Art Lab
1000 Richmond Terrace • 10301
718.447.8667
Malissa Priebe
E-mail: artlabinc@earthlink.net
www.artlab.info

Art classes for children, teens and adults. Day, afternoon & evening classes. Weekdays and weekends at Snug Harbor Cultural Center. 10 week sessions in Fall, Winter and Spring. 8 week summer session includes Camp Picasso and Intensive Scholarship Program. Parking available. S40 and S44 bus close by. Experienced professional artists give individualized instruction to students of all levels–beginners to advanced. Call for a free brochure.

Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute of the JCC
1466 Manor Road • 10314
1297 Arthur Kill Road • 10312
718.475.5263
www.sijcc.org

Private music lessons taught by professional musicians. Piano, voice,quitar, violin, cello, all woodwind and brass. Early childhood music. Ensembles. Adult choir and chamber groups. Workshops for public schools.Students also take musicianship and theory class.They may participate in recitals held monthly.Open to students of all ages, beginners to advanced, non-profit, member school of National Guild of Community Arts Education.

Enrichment Through the Arts
11 Borman Avenue • 10314
718.982.5678
Judy Schneider
E-mail: etaarts@aol.com
www.theatertrps.org

Theatre trips for schools. Grades Pre-K to 12. School day 9:45-11:30am. Busing available.Dance, magic, music and puppets are just a sample of the live professional shows performed each day at the College of Staten Island. All performances are open to families, home-schoolers and seniors as well.To expose children to the arts through live shows.

Inspirations in Dance
585 N. Gannon Avenue • 10314
718.494.6280
Jennifer Trought
E-mail: inspirationsindance@yahoo.com
www.inspirationsindance.com

Ages 21/2 to adult. Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Creative Movement, Dance Birthday Parties, Pilates and Dance Workout.We are a friendly and family oriented school that offers quality and professional dance instruction. Classes are creative, fun & energetic, each teaching strong technique, expression, discipline and confidence. Individual attention and family discounts are offered.We inspire your every move, one step at a time!

Rise Dance Studios
1 Gunton Place • 10309
718.966.RISE (7473)
Valerie Bongiorno
Email: risedancestudios@verizon.net
www.risedancestudios.com

New 1850 sq ft dance studio: 2 dance rooms, viewing windows, parking & seating. Creative, friendly teachers with years of performance & teaching experience.Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical & Hip-Hop ages 3-adult. Competition & non-competition classes. All boys hip hop classes. Zumba classes for adults. Children’s birthday parties. Providing students with the best possible foundation in dance ed. & to continue to challenge them as they progress through dance. Encourage personal growth, help students achieve greater levels of confidence & individuality. Create a friendly, family environment.

Silhouette Dance Studio
389 Manor Road • 10314
718.727.2649
Sandy Osgood

Ages 2 1/2 to adult. Kindercombos, ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, modern, hip hop, birthday parties. DEA certified.Curriculum stresses age appropriate dance & performances. We believe a well rounded dance education makes a better dancer & person. We add music theory, literature, history & French language to the movement to understand everything dance related.A place where movement to music is taught as an expression of self-esteem & discipline along with the encouragement of new experiences.

The Sunnyside School
1366 Clove Road • 10301
718.442.4848
John Febb-Fevelo
Email: sunnysidesch@aol.com
www.sunnysideschool.net

Special voice program with optional regular shows/private lessons for ages 5 and up in piano, guitar, voice/acting, musical theater, ages 5-17/dance, ages 3 & up-all styles/recitals, shows.We provide an atmosphere that promotes long term interest in an area that best suits a child. Improved self-esteem, confidence and good communication are the by-products.

Theater in the Woods
2 Helena Road • 10304
718.351.6134
JoAnna Petrouleas
Email: theaterinwoods@aol.com
www.theaterinthewoods.org

Voice, Movement, Acting. Saturdays:Preteens Ages 9-11 from 10am-2pm. Teen I Ages 12-14 from 11am-3pm. Teen II Ages 15-17 from 12-4pm. Summer Camp in July“TITW” is an intimate acting school designed for teens to express themselves through the art of dramatic theater.

Wizard of Art and Design
255 Nelson Avenue • 10308
718.227.7600
Denise Cartelli-Arena
Email: deeareana@aol.com
www.siwizard.com

Drawing and Painting for ages 6-60. Fashion Designing, Portfolio Development for H.S. Students. New & Exciting Japanese Animé.All of our classes work with all the medias, oil, acrylic, watercolors and 3 dimensional clay. Taught by a licensed art teacher, celebrating her 25th year of teaching.Somewhere over the rainbow there is an artistic child wanting to draw. Our goal is to bring out the creative drive that is within all of us. Once this is done, the love of art and nurturing begins and continues for many years of talent and enjoyment of art.

4 Angels Day Care, Inc.
245 Simonson Avenue • 10303
718.876.6498 • 917.821.5048
Email: my4angelsdaycareinc@msn.com

Infant/preschool programs 6 wks to 6 yrs. M-F 7am-7pm. Meals/snacks incl. Cert. teachers and fully trained staff. Spanish/ English. Vouchers accepted. After school care ages 6-12, UPK free for 4 year olds. Creative curriculum, computers, math, science, reading, social studies, art, music. Everything your child needs to grow physically, socially, emotionally & cognitively within a friendly, loving, multicultural environment giving parents peace of mind. Guiding your child toward maturity by exposing them to an environment of high moral standards and values to build strong character, while providing them with the intelligence they need to succeed.

Babes in Toyland Preschool/Day Care
79 Wolverine Street • 10306
718.667.1834
Toni-Ann Maisano-Roy

Toddlers, Pre-K, After school, Ages 2-5. CPR licensed and insured. Monday to Friday, 7am-6pm. Challenging preschool curriculum. Computers, sign language, Spanish, cooking, science, new themes explored each month, trips, large outdoor play area.We’ve created a safe, fun-filled, hands-on learning environment for your child to explore, grow & create in. Low staff to child ratio.

Big Bird’s Playhouse
1859 Richmond Avenue • 10314
718.982.0550 • Ms. Linda Indelicato
Email: bigbirdsplay@aol.com
www.bigbirdsplay.com

Mon-Fri: 7am-7pm. Ages 3mos-5ys. Pre-school 2-5 yrs old. Before/afterschool drop off & pick up at PS 58, 60 & 69. UPK free for 4 yr olds. 2 1/2 hrs extended day avail. After school program ages 6-12. Full day Pre-k. $300 per month.We offer breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks. Indoor & outdoor play area, computers, dance & music. Open 51 weeks a year. UPK, trips, parties throughout the year. We offer an early childhood program where our children learn through play, song, storytime, arts and crafts so they are learning and having fun at the same time. Serving S.I. parents for 19 years.

Building Blocks Montessori School
55 Forest Avenue • 10301
Silver Lake
718.448.2992 • Margaret Shanley
www.buildingblocksmontessori.com

Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary 1st thru 5th grades. Half and full day programs, split week, extended hours.Art, music, computers, Spanish, multi-cultural studies, yoga, gym.Montessori child-centered,multisensory open classroom programs, aimed at developing confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Bumblebees-R-Us Child Care Center
2734 Victory Boulevard • 10314
718.494.4448
Shari Seidman
Email: shariseidman@aol.com
www.bumblebees-r-us.com

Hands-on, multi-sensory approach to learning. We learn through play and we play while we learn.Head Start based curriculum,specialty days, carft time, music time, SPARK sports program, outdoor playground, baking, author studios and science.We recognize and understand that each and every child is special and unique. It is our pleasure to create a warm, nuturing environment where their gifts can shine and they can be gently encouraged to reach their true ptotential.

Busy Beach Day Care Center, Inc.
377 Seaview Avenue • Bldg #11
718.667.2861
Maria Cirillo
Email: sbbbmfm@omh.state.ny.us
www.busybeachdaycare.org

Infant/toddler program ages 3-24 mos. Preschool program ages 2-5 years. Open M-F, 7am-6pm, full day only, 51 weeks/year round. Certified teachers. Not-for- profit. Licensed Music Together provider, Kinderdance & Spanish program. Creative curriculum, weekly theme activities, including Growing w/Mathematics & Spark Physcial Education curriculums. Striving to provide quality childcare by fostering physical and emotional well-being, nurturing self-esteem, facilitating social development, creativity and cognitive growth. Servicing state families for over 25 years.

Castleton Hill Moravian Preschool
1657 Victory Boulevard • 10314
718.442.5350 • Betty Jane Bullen
Email: bjbullen@yahoo.com
www.castletonhillpreschool.com

Toddler classes (2 yr. olds). 3 & 4 year old classes. Half-day classes. Full day classes for 3 and 4 year olds.Curriculum reflects the changing needs for today’s child including early literacy, critical thinking skills, handwriting program, music enrichment all through an integrated curriculum. A creative early childhood program in Christian environment where developmentally appropriate curriculum encourages young children to enjoy being young while they look forward to growing older.

C.B.I. Academy Preschool
45 Twombly Avenue • 10306
718.987.6200
Email: cbiacademy123@gmail.com
www.cbiacademy.com

Preschool for children ages 2-6. Full & part time classes; 7am-6pm. Beautiful, fully-equipped classrooms. Large enclosed outdoor play area. Free Universal Pre-K, 2 1/2 hours for children born in 2006. Bilingual teachers. Extended care classes with enrichment activities. Lunch & snacks provided. All vouchers accepted.Our caring, nurturing environment creates a happy place to learn through an age-appropriate curriculum. Our program prepares each child in physical, social, cognitive and creative development. Licensed by the NYCDOHMH, Bureau of Day Care.

Children’s Harbor Montessori School
Located on the grounds of Snug Harbor Cultural Center
1000 Richmond Terrace • 10301
718.442.6112 • Dina Baio-McLaugllin
E-mail: childharborms@aol.com

Transitional toddler for ages 2-3. Pre Primary programs for children ages 3-6, including kindergarten. Half and full day options. Extended hours avail. UPK provider. Individualized Montessori curriculum. Arts-integrated classrooms. Programs include art, music and yoga. Nature studies, computers and cultural programs. Educational onsite and offsite trips.As a Montessori school, we focus on the development of the total child.The multi-sensory approach encourages independence and self-reliance.

Children’s Playhouse, Inc.
85 Monahan Avenue • 10314
950 Rockland Avenue • 10314
718.761.0129 • Jo-Ann Fox

Infant: 2-23 months • Full Day. Toddler: 2-2.8 years • Full & Half Day. Preschool: 2.9-4 years (UPK provider) Full & Half Day. Free UPK: 9:00-11:30; 1:00-3:30 • Half Day. Summer Day Camp.Curriculum based upon children’s interest, their questions and experiences. Art, music/movement, science, math block play, sand-water play, dramatic play & outdoor play daily. Teaching approach helps children cumulatively master complex skills & knowledge. Communication throughout the day, with mutual speaking opportunities.We gear ourselves to the children’s own individuality and encourage them in the process of growing physically, socially, emotionally and intellecutally. Our curriculum and environment are the result of careful planning.

Congregation B’nai Jeshurun Hebrew School
275 Martling Avenue • 10314
718.981.5550 • Rabbi Judah Kogen
Email: cbjshul@aol.com
www.cbjsi.org

Educational trips, Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, model seder, high holiday junior congregation, special student led services, mitzvah & tzedakah projects, youth groups. Classes are Thurs afternoons & Sun mornings.Music, Hebrew language lessons, craft projects, Torah instruction, prayers, Jewish history lessons, Bar/Bat Mitzvah instruction, Kabbalat Shabbat.To provide our community with a place to send their children to receive a traditional Hebrew & Jewish education. The next generation of Jewish leaders will enjoy the shared values & traditions of their faith, heritage, look to the Torah for moral & spiritual guidance, & feel a sense of belonging to participate in the vital evolving, religious civilization of which Conservative Judaism is central.

Congregation Temple Emanu-EL
984 Post Avenue • 10302
718.442.5966
Rabbi Gerald Sussman
E-mail: sitempleemanuel@aol.com

Hebrew school. Ages 5-13. Sundays 9:30-12:30.Jewish Culture, Holidays, History, Prayers, Hebrew Reading, Music, Art and Drama.Provide children with basic knowledge of Jewish culture and faith in an enjoyable child centered atmosphere.

Eltingville Lutheran School
300 Genesee Avenue • 10312
718.356.7811

Pre-K programs: 3 and 4 yr olds. Full & half days and extended day for 4 year olds. Full day kindergarten-grade 8. Afterschool program. Bus service K-8. Spanish, chorus, art, PE, computers, soccer, softball, baseball, basketball, bowling, scouts, & active PTFA that sponsors many activities. New York State curriculum. A caring Christian environment that offers academic excellence. . . "Large enough to serve your child . . . small enough to know your child."

Excel Preschool and Day Care
2144 Richmond Avenue • 10314
718.370.3784
Sharlini Bissram
Email: sharlini@aol.com
www.excelpreschoolsi.com

Excel Preschool and Day Care, UPK. Three and two year olds. Full and half days. Flexible extended hours. 7am-7pm. ACD vouchers accepted.Literacy and math skills, storytelling, learning centers, computers, science, cooking, Spanish, music, movement, outdoor play, creative art.Our NYS certified teachers make learning fun in a warm, supportive classroom environment which meets pre-k
performance standards.

Foresight School,The
2221 Richmond Avenue • 10314
718.761.6060 • Joyce Horowitz

Preschool for ages 2, 3, and 4 • Full days & half days • Five hour days • UPK • Extended hours (6:45am to 7:00pm).Activities include indoor gym, outdoor play, art, music, dance, computers and trips.We offer a broad program geared to the developmental needs of preschoolers. Our unique curriculum is based on weekly themes, emphasizing the education of the “whole child” thru hands-on experience.

Great Beginnings Infant and Toddler Center
2221 Richmond Avenue • 10314
718.983.0014 • Shari Suchecki

Open 6:45am to 7:00pm year round. Licensed. Infants and toddlers 2 mos to 3 yrs. Warm, friendly staff. Loving home-like setting. Low caregiver to child ratio.Age appropriate. Storytime, music, arts and crafts, indoor gym and outdoor play. Creative weekly themes enhance learning through play.Nurturing environment dedicated to learning and love. We encourage children to learn about their world through sensory experiences, verbal expression and through interaction with children and adults.

High Hopes
1298 Woodrow Road • 10309
718.317.8143
Dawn Burnett, MS Ed
Doris Cannizzaro, MS Ed

6 weeks-5 years. Full and half days available 6:30am-6:30pm. Before and after school program. Board of Ed Universal Pre-K location.Full preschool curriculum; music, creative movement, computers, science, cooking activities, outdoor play area, arts and crafts, snacks.To provide an environment in which a child feels valued, loved, respected & accepted. To offer the children an opportunity to succeed in all areas of development.

Holy Child Pre-School
4747 Amboy Road • 10312
718.356.5159 • JoAnn Gaal
Email: holychildprek@gmail.com

3 and 4 year old programs on Tuesdays thru Fridays. Parent & Me Program. Toddling Around Program.Computers, art, science, Sparks Gym Program. Handwriting Without Tears and The Letterpeople Programs.

JCC of Staten Island
1297 Arthur Kill Road • 10312
718.475.5224
485 Victory Boulevard • 10301
718.475.5290
1466 Manor Road • 10314
718.475.5230
www.sijcc.org

Day care, preschool, toddler, UPK, part-time and full-time available.Thematic curriculum includes literature, art, music, and movement. Introduction to Jewish culture and tradition. Indoor and outdoor play area.Nurturing environment that provides stimulating programs to meet the needs of young children and their families.

J&J Academy Preschool
55 Wyona Avenue • 10314
718.698.0280
Mandy Ng
E-mail: help@jjacademy.org
www.jjacademy.org

2-5 years old. Extremely clean environment. Operates from 7am to 7pm. NYS certified teacher. Small class ratio. Chinese Wednesday.Academic curriculum. Social, developmental and
educational skills are learned in a stimulating and secure environment. Children enjoy learning and take pride in their accomplishments.To make learning exciting and rewarding. Instill basic skills and values. We strive to make this a happy time filled with adventure, discovery and growth.

Kiddie Academy of SI
1110 South Ave • 10314 • SI Corporate Park 718.698.6905 • Ellie Sharaf
Email: patriciagilmartin@yahoo.com
www.kiddieacademy.com

Year-round programs, summer programs, full/part time. Open 6:30am-7:00pm. Serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers & kindergarten. Before and after school ages 6-12.Multi-cultural based learning centers. Computers, basic Spanish, creative movement, music, art, playground, hot lunch, snacks, licensed teachers, CPR.To develop the whole child in a loving, nurturing, safe and secure environment. A place where little people do big things!

Mini World Preschool
7516 Amboy Rd • 10307
718.948.9535 • Debra Ercole
E-mail: miniworld2001@aol.com

Ages 2.3-5.5 yrs old. Free pre-k to all 4 year olds. Not potty trained ok. Extended hours, reasonable rates. Nursery, Universal Pre-k, Summer Camp available. Licensed by the City of NY.Fully equipped centers in large classrooms. Blocks, dramatic play, table toys, art, library, discovery, sand and water, music and movement, cooking, computers and more! Large outdoor yard.The use of interest areas, each with different materials gives children opportunities to learn using their particular kind of intelligence rather than forcing the child into a mold. Children have the capacity to develop all their intelligences if given appropriate encouragement, enrichment and support.

Miss Fran’s DayCare Nursery
16 Marx Street • 10301
718.448-8807 • Miss Fran

Home/Based NYS Licensed DayCare Nursery Full time M-F 7:30am-5:30pm. Flexible hourrs available for an additional charge. 3,4,5 day programs. (Mini-DayCare 10am-noon. Must be toilet trained)Reading, ABC’s, Numbers, Arts & Crafts, Neighborhood outings, parks, preschool curriculum.To nurture all children in all areas of growth development and to enhance the many individual gifts each child has.

New Dorp Christian Academy
259 Rose Avenue • 10306
718.351.4442
Dr. Anthony Luciano, Principal
Email: ndbcndca@yahoo.com

Nursery (3-4 yrs old), Kindergarten to 8th grade. Free bus service.Abeka curriculum. Computers, music program. Committed to excellence in academic and spiritual education.

Oakdale Academy
366 Oakdale Street • 10312
718.948.4220
Deborah Wallach
Email: oakdaleacademy@rocketmail.com
www.oakdaleacademy.net

Infant/Toddler, Pre-school, Pre-K, ages 1month-6years; open 7am-7pm; part time & full time; music, gym. Open year round with a dynamic summer camp.Academics, crafts, gym and movement, swimming. Fully equipped play yard. Full scope curriculum with engaging learning centers.To foster creativity and independence. To promote academic enrichment. Unique curriculum design. Small groups insure success. CPR, first aid certified staff.

Oakwood Heights Community Church Nursery School
547 Falcon Avenue • 10306
718.351.0984 • Jodee Lord

Ages 2.0-5.7. Full day programs. Two-three-five full days. Half day programs.Promote socialization, develop language skills, develop large motor skills, develop fine motor skills and explore art and music. Caring and nurturing setting, extended hours, licensed preschool, qualified educators, fenced in outdoor playground.

Richmond Hill Children’s Center
501 Richmond Hill Road • 10314
718 494-7422 • Donna M. Bak
Email: rhcc@pipeline.com
www.rhccny.com

Preschool/daycare. Ages 2-5. Full & half day. Open 51 weeks. 7am-6:30pm. Diapers okay. Security cameras. Free UPK.Our curriculum is designed to stimulate healthy growth in all areas of a child’s development. Weekly themes promote academics in a fun, “hands-on” environment.5 large classrooms enable us to provide enriching educational activities, which promote physical, language and cognitive development.

St. Ann Pre-School
125 Cromwell Avenue • 10304
718.351.8551 • Barbara DiMare
E-mail: bardimar1@aol.com

We offer 2, 3, 4 and 5 half and full day programs. Half days (8:15am-10:45am) and (11:45am-2:15pm).We meet as a group twice a day for group instruction, story time and other activities. The remainder of the day children receive individualized guidance at various areas (art, small muscle, blocks, science, practical life, language and math).To encourage independence, help develop listening and concentration skills, build self-confidence and instill within each child a love for learning.

St. John’s Lutheran School
663 Manor Road • 10314
718.761.1858 • Mrs. Rosemary Palisay
Email: schooloffice@stjohnslutheransi.org
www.stjohnslutheransi.org

Pre-k 3 & 4 year olds, UPK provider, Mon-Fri, Kindergarten-8th grade, gym, art, music, gifted & talented, Title I services.New York State standards. Smartboard use, robotics, sports, choir and Knitting.We are family-oriented, servicing students from all academic, socio-economic, religious and ethnic backgrounds. Christ-centered ed. combined with a NYS based curriculum. Through our State of the Art Technology, we acheive academic success, while creating a positive & nuturing environment.

St. Christopher School
15 Lisbon Place • 10306
718.351.0902
Mrs. Catherine Falabella
Email: emdrivick@aol.com
www.stchristophersi.com

UPK 4 year old program. 3 year old program. Extended day.Music, art, gym, computers for grades K-8. Value based curriculum.With God’s love and guidance we journey towards knowledge.

St. Clare Pre School
110 Nelson Avenue • 10308
718.967.0990 • Julia McDonald
Email: preschool@stclaresi.com
www.stclaresi.com

A Christ centered program for 3 and 4 year olds in a safe and nurturing environment. Half days and full days are held Mon-Tues-Thurs.We offer an academically appropriate program including pre-reading, pre-writing, math skills, color recognition, shapes, letters and numerical recognition. Our program also consists of arts and crafts, science, health and social studies. Daily activities in our gym facility include our Sparks program.A speical enrichment program which encompases science, creative cooking and exploring books is also available.

St. Joseph Hill Academy
850 Hylan Boulevard • 10305
718.981.1187
Mrs. Dorothy Zissler, Principal
www.stjosephhill.homestead.com

Pre-k through 8th grade. Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 year old program. Five half days, five full days and three full days. Call for more information. Aftercare available.Providing a premier Catholic education to the Staten Island community for over 90 years. Blue Ribbon Nominated for Excellence in Education.

Small World Preschool
144 Bloomingdale Road • 10309
718.356.7795 • Maria Schraidt
E-mail: kdsrmybiz@aol.com
www.smallworldpreschool.net

Ages 2-6. Toddler, Nursery, Summer Camp & UPK Program. 1/2 & full day, 1-5 days, am/pm, 6:30am-7:00pm. UPK free to children born in 2006. Extended hours at reasonable rates. Newly expanded facility.Licensed by the NYC Dept. of Health. ACS vouchers accepted, new outdoor play area, developmentally appropriate curriculum, certified teachers, CPR, nurturing S.I. children since 1977.To provide a high quality early childhood program that promotes physical, cognitive, social & emotional development in a non-threatening environmen

South Shore Toddler Academy and Pre-K
Formerly S.I. Community Preschool
11 Sampson Ave • 10308
718.356.3563 • Kathleen Spinelli

Ages 2 yrs to 5 yrs old. Mon-Fri. Full and half days. Half days 8:30-11:30, 12:30-3:30. Universal Pre-K free for eligible 4 yr. olds.Arts and crafts, music and movement, hands-on fun, outdoor play yard with equipment. Multisensory approach to learning.Children will learn and play while enhancing self-esteem. Emphasis on social, emotional skills while arousing natural intellectual curiosity.

Staten Island Academy
715 Todt Hill Road • 10304
718.303.7802
Diane J. Hulse, Head of School
Linda Shuffman, Director of Admissions
Email: hello@statenislandacademy.org
www.statenislandacademy.org

A coed college prep school for prekindergarten-grade 12. Extended day student care 7am-7pm (no cost).Extensive summer programs. Leading college guidance program. Financial aid available. Curriculum is designed to challenge & inspire. Power Track math & science, AP curriculum, & college guidance program. Extracurricular: arts, community service, Model UN, clubs, student government. Over 12 competitive Varsity & JV teams, incl. basketball, baseball, lacrosse, soccer, tennis & golf. A welcoming mix of inspiring people, challenging schoolwork, & opportunities for expanded learning.
A 125-year tradition focusing entirely on providing children with the best future.

Staten Island YMCA
651 Broadway • 10310
718.981.4933 • Allison Sicuranza, Director
E-mail: asicuranza@ymcanyc.org
3939 Richmond Ave • 10312
718.227.3200 • Bonnie Schiuma, Director
E-mail: bschiuma@ymcanyc.org
www.ymcanyc.org

Early Childhood (10mos–4yrs); Nursery School (born in 2006) with 2, 3 & 5-day options avail; Free UPK (born in 2005); Enriched extended day, before & after care. Youth & Teen programs. Swim classes–all ages & levels.Swim lessons included in curriculum for 3 & 5 day Nursery School & Enriched Extended Day participants.Community-based organization offering a variety of programs that focus on the whole child to prepare them cognitively, physically & emotionally.

Steps to Success II
2975 Hylan Blvd • 10306
718.351.7777
E-mail: info@stepstosuccess2.com
www.stepstosuccess2.com

Based on a multi level approach developed with a “theme” taught in various forms reflecting the seven intelligences. Day care ages 2-6. After school ages K-5. Summer program ages 6-12. Monday-Friday 7am-7pm. Our curriculum is structured in a way that every child will be encouraged to learn and flourish in their unique way.We aim to promote our innovative and unique
programs that strive to develop the highest quality day care for your children. Our goal is to educate & train students in a loving & nurturing environment.

The Children’s Center at the College of Staten Island
2800 Victory Blvd • Bldg. 2R-104 • 10314
718.982.3190 • Cynthia Murphy
www.csi.cuny.edu/childcare/

Infant/toddler, preschool, school age, summer. For children of CSI students only. Flexible scheduling. Child care fees are subsidized. Department of Education Universal Pre-K Provider.Literacy, art, computers, learning through play.The Children’s Center provides quality child care and early education. Programs focus on the age-appropriate development of each child.

Temple Israel Reform Congregation
718-727-2231
www.templeisraelsi.com

Tot Shabbat, Religious & Hebrew School, Youth Group, Pre-School/Grade School/Bar & Bat Mitzvah/Confirmation, Art, Music, Social Action, Community Involvement. First day of Religious School-Sept 15th. Open Houses:-Aug. 20 & Aug 27. Yom Kippur Children’s Service-Open to the Community Sept.18th at 2PM. Give Your Child the Jewish Education They Deserve. Building life long friendships. Interfaith families welcomed.

Trinity Lutheran School
309 St. Pauls Ave • 10304
718-447-4600 • Mrs. Vernell R. Davis, Principal
Email: vrdtls@earthlink.net
www.tlssiny.org

"Early Childhood Program"- Pre-K-3. #2 Universal Pre-K 4 classes K-8th grade. 7:30am-2:10pm; Afterschool program 2:15-6:00pm. Athletic programs-basketball, cheerleading and track.Ability grouping/advanced placement/reading & math for K-8–comprehensive and challenging curriculum/Title I Teacher/Counselor services/smartboards & laptops in the classrooms.TLS is celebrating 50 years of providing an excellent academic program for the North Shore and surrounding communities. Students receive exceptional HS prep and placement program in an environment which nurtures the whole child.

Village Preschool,The
76 St. Alban’s Place • 10312
718.967.5809 • Lisbeth Brandefine

Full days available. Daily AM class 8:45am-11:30am. Daily PM Class 12:30pm-3:15pm. Pre-K 4’s. Nursery 2’s & 3’s.Tailor design your program.Reading Readiness, arts/crafts, language development, auditory & visual discrimination, small & gross motor skills, indoor & outdoor activities, self-help skills, computer.Tutoring available. Multi-sensory approach.A workshop of learning through developmentally appropriate play with qualified staff in a safe & nurturing environment. Complete reading readiness program.

Wagner College Early Childhood Ctr
One Campus Road • 10301
718.390.3137 • Claire P. Maher

For children 2.3-6 yrs. Preschool and kindergarten. Full day 9- 2:30.Extended hours. Half days 9-11:45, 12:45-3:30.A well-rounded individualized program which meets the developmental needs of the young child. Open to the entire Staten Island community.Children learn best through age appropriate activities which offer opportunities to explore, imagine, create, & discover.

Woodrow Preschool Center
1075 Woodrow Road • 10312
718.984.0148 • Lisa Foronjy

2.9-5 years old. 2, 3 or 5 day classes. 3 hour sessions. Free Universal Pre-K. 8:45am-11:15am & 11:45am-2:15pm. Extended hours.Indoor/outdoor play areas. Low tuition, no hidden costs. Warm, nurturing environment. Licensed teachers, CPR Certified, Department of Health Certified.Ample parking.To foster the development of social, physical & emotional growth through creative learning experiences.

Zion Lutheran Preschool
505 Watchogue Road • 10314
718.981.3623 • Kim Luxoro
E-mail: misskimzion@aol.com
www.zionlutheransiny.org

4 year olds: 3 full, 3 half or 5 half days. 3 year olds: 2 or 3 half days. 2 year olds: 2 hours, 2 days a week. Extended day available. Afterschool activities for preschool/elementary aged kids. Kindermusik for infants and parents: 1 day a week.Preschool program provides organized playtime, music and art in an educationally focused curriculum.We provide programs for your child from birth to age 4 in a nurturing, safe, Christian environment.

Staten Island Children’s Museum
1000 Richmond Terrace • 10301
718.273.2060 • Dina Rosenthal
Email: info@statenislandkids.org
www.statenislandkids.org

Ages 1-10. Hours: Tues-Fri, 12-5pm, Sat, Sun & when public schools are closed (incl. summer): 10am-5pm. Admission $6 for people one year of age and older. Seniors free on Wed. Open for free on ten Northfield Savings Foundation Cool School Holidays.8 hands-on, minds-on interactive exhibits. Toddler programs & creative workshops weekday mornings & afternoons incl. daily storytelling, animal feeding & Kidz Cook on Fridays. Family workshops, performances & special events on weekends. School programs for students pre-k – intermediate school.Committed to nurturing the creativity & curiosity natural to children.

Wagner College Academy of Arts & Sciences
One Campus Road • 10301
718.390.3221 • Sharon Guinta
Email: external@wagner.edu
www.wagner.edu/external

Fri after school clubs & Sat classes for ages 3-17. Private/ group lessons-guitar, piano, strings & voice.ACT Theater-Annie, Jr., ACT Mommy & Me on Broadway, ACT Interpreting the Script, ACT Master Pro Audition, Dance, Glee Club, Mad Science, Math Club, Art Explorers, Digital Photography, Etiquette, Lego® Robotics, Computer Game Design, Graphic Design, Computer Keyboarding, Spanish Quest I, Italian Quest I, Fashion Trends, Fashion Trends Magazine, Exploration in Clay, Carfts Club, Parent/Child Clay Workshops, Driver’s Ed., Kaplan Test Prep. & more.To provide an enriching & diverse arts & sciences program in a nurturing, safe & social environment.

Gingerbread Learning Center, Inc.
80 Woodrow Road • 10312
718.356.0008 • Dennis Mosesman

Pre-school: 3-5 yrs. Infant-stimulation: 0-2 yrs. Inclusion, Itinerant program. Mon thru Fri.: 8:30am to 2:30pm. Full & half day available. Universal Pre-K. Programs funded through state and local agencies.Individual developmental language based program. Program and transportation free to eligible children. ABA training.Helping children who are challenged in areas of speech/language, fine motor, gross motor, behavior, learning disabilities. Help parents too.

Our P.L.A.C.E. School, Inc.
329 Norway Avenue • 10305
718.987.9400 • Madeline DeStefano

Language based special education program for preschoolers ages 3-5. Mon to Fri. Full day: 9am-2pm. Half day: 8:30am-11:00am. Reading and math readiness activities, printing letters and numbers, educational games, independent play, library and snack time, arts and crafts. Child centered curriculum services may include speech, occupational and physical therapy and counseling. Transportation. Language based, child centered multi-disciplinary as well as multi-sensory approach to learning.

United Cerebral Palsy of New York City
Staten Island Preschool Program
281 Port Richmond Avenue • 10302
877 UCP CONNECT
Email: projectconnect@ucpnyc.org
www.ucpnyc.org

UCP/NYC’s Staten Island Preschool program offers year-round early childhood special education and therapeutic services for children ages three to five with physical and developmental disabilities. The program operates weekdays 8am - 2pm; transportation is provided. All services and evaluations are provided by licensed and/or certified professionals in fully-accessible classrooms.

Volunteers of America Early Learning Center
10 Joline Lane • 10307
718.984.7900 • Bonnie Wohl

Special ed. pre-school ages 3-5. Full day 9:00-2:30 Mon-Fri. Small student teacher ratio.Trans. provided. Evaluation services for children 2.6 to 5 years. Special ed. itinerant teacher services ages 3-5. Sat. recreation program. Home-based behavior intervention program.Speech, special ed., occupational/physical therapy, A.B.A.(Applied Behavior Analysis), counseling, parent support groups & workshops, music, dance & therapeutic horseback riding, Evaluation & nursing services. In a loving, nurturing & positive atmosphere, quality special educational services are provided to children with developmental delays.

Bright Start Speech and Language Pathology, P.C.
3767 Richmond Avenue • 10312
718.967.0359 • Fax: 718.967.0394
Email: brightstart@si.rr.com

Energetic, devoted talented speech-language pathologists. Therapists are lic. by NYS & ASHA. Major ins. plans accepted, CPSE & RSA’s. Services in English & Russian. Evaluative & diagnostic services. Experienced in all pediatric age groups incl. children with: swallowing/ feeding, oral motor, auditory processing, stuttering, voice, articulation and phonological, Autism spectrum disorders and children with learning disabilities.

Claire Guttsman, M.A.,C.C.C.-SLP
1076 Forest Avenue • 10310
718.447.5501

Children and adults are serviced individually and/or in groups in full time private practice. Individual speech and language evaluations for children & adults. Individual and/or group sessions for speech and language therapy, accent reduction and public speaking enhancement training.

Kristin Bevilacqua, MA, CCC-SLP, PLLC
718.208.9444
Kristin Bevilacqua, MA, CCC-SLP, PLLC
Email: kbevilacquaslp@aol.com

Programs available for all ages birth thru adult, morning and evening appointments available. Open weekdays and weekends. Homecare and onsite services available. Most insurance accepted. CSE/CPSE/RSA accepted. Speech and language therapy, apraxia, oral-motor, stuttering, autism spectrum, dyspraxia, expressive/receptive language, articulation. PROMPT trained therapists available. OT and PT services onsite.

Quality Care Speech Center, Inc.
3767 Hylan Boulevard • 10308
718.605.4301
Randi Pino, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSHH
Email: RandiSLP4595@aol.com
www.qualitycarespeech.com

Speech, Language, PT/OT (Individual & Group) and Evaluations, Articulation, Phonology, Receptive & Expressive Language, Fluency, Dysphagia, Apraxia, Oral Motor, Pragmatics, Socialization, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Bilingual Services, P.R.O.M.P.T, Sensory Gym, Handwriting, Fine & Gross Motor, Sensory Stimulation. Free Phone Consultation, M-F: 8:30am-8pm, Ages 1–adult. Onsite treatment/homecare available. Experienced & caring Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical & Occupational Therapists provide individualized care in a colorful & child friendly environment. Children seen in private rooms & sensory gym.

Sandra Mazzucco, M.A., C.C.C. - SLP
1076 Forest Avenue • 10310
718.815.6024

To provide individual speech therapy to preschoolers, school age children and adults. Over 25 years experience. Providing speech and language evaluation and therapeutic intervention for children and adults.

South Shore Speech Pathology
520B Bloomingdale Road • 10309
718.608-1508
Laurie Stiga, MA, CCC-SLP
Nicole Scire, MS, CCC-SLP

Large speech therapy practice specializing in pediatrics. Licensed therapists trained in various treatment techniques including PROMPT and oral motor. One-on-one therapy, social skills groups, flexible hours for working parents. Experience with Apraxia, PDD, Autism, and other pediatric delays.

Speech & Language Therapy Associates of Staten Island, PLLC
3077 Hylan Boulevard • 10306
718.351.6604
Lisa Jiannetto, MA, CCC-SLP, Director

We specialize in speech, language and oro-motor therapy programs for children and adults. Evaluations and therapy programs are available.We specialize in, but are not limited to, treating Autism/ PDD, Language, Articulation, Oro-Motor Delays, Feeding Disorders and Apraxia.PROMPT trained therapists on site.

Fastbreak Basketball Center
236 Richmond Valley Road • 10309
718.948.3710 • Lori Ceciliani
Email: info@fastbreakhoops.com
www.fastbreakhoops.com

Fundamentals–age 5-8 • Future Stars­–age 3-4. Multi-Sport Activity • Small Group Lessons–ages 8-16. Friday Nights Open Gym.Men’s leagues. Mommy & Me class 10-24 mos. Fastbreak Boot Camp-women’s fitness class (child friendly) M-W-F morning. B’day parties–specializing in pre-k parties. Any event with party room rental available. School, church group, field days available.Offering the people of S.I. of all ages a new state-of-the-art facility in which to participate indoors in basketball, volleyball & more. Programs for all levels & abilities.

Staten Island Community Tennis
2800 Victory Boulevard • 10314
718.982.3355 • Jim Barton • Mat Buxbaum
Email: tennis0822@aol.com

Tennis instruction for children 4 years and older. Tournament training.Learn to enjoy a lifetime sport. Training for high school.

Bright Start Speech and Language Pathology, P.C.
3767 Richmond Avenue • 10312
718.967.0359 • Fax: 718.967.0394
Email: brightstart@si.rr.com

Energetic, devoted talented speech-language pathologists. Therapists are lic. by NYS & ASHA. Major ins. plans accepted, CPSE & RSA’s. Services in English & Russian.Evaluative & diagnostic services. Experienced in all pediatric age groups incl. children with: swallowing/ feeding, oral motor, auditory processing, stuttering, voice, articulation and phonological, Autism spectrum disorders and children with learning disabilities.To provide evaluative & therapeutic services.Patients are empowered to utilize our strategies to maximize their ability to participate in their environment.

Children at Play Preschool and Early Intervention Center
40 Merrill Avenue • 10314
718.370.7529 • Linda Salmon
E-mail: cap@childrenatplayeic.org
www.childrenatplayeic.org

Home based/Center based therapy programs. Preschool- half day and full day integrated Preschool classes, ages 3-5. Related services.Special Education Itinerant Teacher.Services and evaluations: speech, OT, PT, Special Ed., counseling, play therapy, Strong family participation, multi-disciplinary Team approach.Children At Play and parents…Partners In Progress helping children with special needs grow and learn at their own pace. NYS Funded.

Claire Guttsman, M.A.,C.C.C.-SLP
1076 Forest Avenue (Manor Rd) • 10310
718.447.5501

Children and adults are serviced individually and/or in groups in full time private practice.Individual speech and language evaluations for children & adults. Individual and/or group sessions for speech and language therapy, accent reduction and public speaking enhancement training.To provide speech and language therapy because each individual should have the opportunity to achieve their highest level of speech and language development.

JCC of SI -First Foot Forward
1466 Manor Road • 10314
718.475.5225 • Beth Howard
1297 Arthur Kill Road • 10312
www.sijcc.org

Special education preschool for children 2 1/2-5 yrs. Half/full day sessions. Center based and integrated classes. Related service. Transportation and tuition at no cost to eligible children.Multi-disciplinary evaluations. Speech & language, occupational, physical & play therapy. Movement and music. Swim instruction. Mainstreaming. Parent support groups.Individualized instruction allows special needs children to reach their full potential in a warm, nurturing environment.

Kristin Bevilacqua, MA, CCC-SLP, PLLC
718.208.9444
Kristin Bevilacqua, MA, CCC-SLP, PLLC
Email: kbevilacquaslp@aol.com

Programs available for all ages birth thru adult, morning and evening appointments available. Open weekdays and weekends. Homecare and onsite services available. Most insurance accepted. CSE/CPSE/RSA accepted.Speech and language therapy, apraxia, oral-motor, stuttering, autism spectrum, dyspraxia, expressive/receptive language, articulation. PROMPT trained therapists available. OT and PT services onsite.Evaluating and treating all speech & language disorders.

One Step Beyond, Inc.
3936 Amboy Road • 10308
718.317.6390 • F: 718.317.6391
Mindy Pottheiser, MA, CCC, SLP
Susan Greenberg OTR/L
Email: mindbp@aol.com

Listening Program, Speech Therapy, Oral Motor Feeding Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Counseling, ABA Services, Private Therapy Available.Private evaluations.Center-based related service agency servicing CPSE and RSA students. Sensory gym.To provide a collaborative therapeutic approach in a child friendly environment. We go One Step Beyond to help children reach their full potential.

Quality Care Speech Center, Inc.
3767 Hylan Boulevard • 10308
718.605.4301
Randi Pino, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSHH
Email: RandiSLP4595@aol.com
www.qualitycarespeech.com

Speech, Language, PT/OT (Individual & Group) and Evaluations, Articulation, Phonology, Receptive & Expressive Language, Fluency, Dysphagia, Apraxia, Oral Motor, Pragmatics, Socialization, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Bilingual Services, P.R.O.M.P.T, Sensory Gym, Handwriting, Fine & Gross Motor, Sensory Stimulation. Free Phone Consultation, M-F: 8:30am-8pm, Ages 1–adult. Onsite treatment/homecare available.Experienced & caring Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical & Occupational Therapists provide individualized care in a colorful & child friendly environment. Children seen in private rooms & sensory gym. Providing an environment guaranteeing each child achieves their highest potential to communicate and socialize in all facets of their lives.

Sandra Mazzucco, M.A. C.C.C. - SLP
1076 Forest Avenue • 10310
718.815.6024

To provide individual speech therapy to preschoolers, school age children and adults. Over 30 years experience. Providing speech and language evaluation and therapeutic intervention for children and adults.To provide speech and language therapy to foster the highest potential of speech and language development in each individual.

South Shore Speech Pathology
520B Bloomingdale Road • 10309
718.608-1508
Laurie Stiga, MA, CCC-SLP
Nicole Scire, MS, CCC-SLP

Large speech therapy practice specializing in pediatrics. Licensed therapists trained in various treatment techniques including PROMPT and oral motor.One-on-one therapy, social skills groups, flexible hours for working parents. Experience with Apraxia, PDD, Autism, and other pediatric delays.To maximize each child’s potential to communicate & participate effectively in all educational and social settings by providing the highest quality of care.

Speech and Language Therapy Associates
of Staten Island, PLLC
3077 Hylan Boulevard • 10306
718.351.6604 • Lisa Jiannetto, MA, CCC-SLP, Director

We specialize in speech, language and oro-motor therapy programs for children and adults.Evaluations & therapy programs available.We specialize in, but are not limited to, treating Autism/ PDD, Language, Articulation, Oro-Motor Delays, Feeding Disorders & Apraxia. PROMPT trained therapists on site.Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality of care in order to facilitate every clients optimum level of communicative ability.

Staten Island Mental Health Society:
Eliz.W. Pouch Center for Special People
657 Castleton Avenue • 10301
718.448.9775
Jayne Cooper, LCSW, MPA
www.simhs.org

Integrated classes for special needs children in mainstream environments for children 3-5 years. CPSE evaluations and related services. Outpatient services. Services: Developmental clinic & preschool classes. Speech, occupational & physical therapies. Special education, counseling.Full parental partnership with a professional staff.

The Speech Zone
4131 Richmond Avenue • 10312
718.356.ZONE (9663)
Angela Mullane, LCSW
Email: thespeechzone@verizon.net
www.thespeechzoneonline.com

We provide evaluations and related services for children including speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy and counseling.Open Monday-Saturday. Accepting Dept of Ed CPSE and RSA students, as well as insurance and private pay. Off site therapy available.To provide exceptional therapeutic services to children in a family friendly envrionment.

Therapy Pros
962 Manor Road • 10314
718.982.5944
Esther Misrahi Elting/Margo Lichtanthal
Email: info@therapy-pros.com
www.therapy-pros.com

Special education Itinerant teacher services (SEIT). Speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, ABA services. Provide special ed. services to preschool children and related services. Social skills groups, play therapy, sensory integration, listening program, oral motor therapy, private evaluations.To improve the quality of life for each child whom we serve by increasing their level of independence and improving functional ability in home, school and community settings.

Academic Advantage
99 New Dorp Plaza • 10306
718.351.3168 • Johanna Catella
www.academicadvantagesi.com

TACHS Prep Classes–7th & 8th grade. SHSAT Classes–6th, 7th & 8th grade. SAT Preparation–10th, 11th & 12th grade. ELA & NYS Math–2nd to 7th grade. ITBS Classes–3rd to 7th grade. Regents review. Small group instruction by NYS certified teachers. Over 10 years of experience. Test taking strategies plus content material are covered. Certified teachers integrating various instructional methods to accommodate different learning styles.

Brienza’s Academic Advantage
259 Rose Avenue • 10306
718.232.0114 • Lillian V. Brienza
Email: academicadvantage@msn.com
www.academicadvantageonline.com

Tutoring all subjects grades K-12. One to one and small groups. Test preparation for TACHS, SHSAT, ELA, Math and Regents exams. Innovative Reading Advantage Program. Tues & Thurs 3-7pm & Sat 9am-2pm. Can fulfill mandated summer school requirements.Innovative and creative curriculums allowing students to improve skills. Curriculums meet the NYS Learning Standards & utilize formats used by NYC Dept. of Ed. We strive to enable students to reach their full potential and gain greater confidence in their ability to do well
in school.

JCC of SI - Learning Express
485 Victory Boulevard • 10301
1466 Manor Road • 10314
1297 Arthur Kill Road
718.475.5250 • Michele Gay
www.sijcc.org

Tutoring, enrichment classes. Flexible hours. Qualified instructors. NYC & State review for all grade levels.Tutoring-all subject areas. Test preparation, organizational/study skills.