New York, NY
92nd Street YM-YWHA Nursery School
Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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neighborhood: 90's · Telephone: (212) 415-5532 · Website: www.92Y.org
Basic Stats
| Total enrollment | 175 |
| Established | 1938 |
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Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.6) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Outside play equipment |
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Transportation
- Located close to public transportation
- Parents bring their children to and from school
Dropoff Procedure
- Parents walk their child into the classroom
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Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year | Yes |
| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program | No |
Accreditation, Membership & Awards
| Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children | Yes |
Other Memberships
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The school is a member of the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY). |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Since the Y Nursery School is part of the larger institution, there are opportunities for the students to interact with other patrons of the Y (for ex, senior citizens) and/or to take advantage of the cultural programming (ex: attending concerts). Great opportunities to broaden the children's world view and understanding of their place in the world!! And fun!!
Parent #2
I was very impressed with the professionalism of all the staff. The director, the administration and the teachers each seem genuinely happy to be there and are exceedingly helpful. They help to make the experience great.
Parent #3
It is a wonderful preschool. The strength is the combination of amazing, caring and nurturing teachers with an extremely dynamic educational program.
Parent #4
The 92nd Street Y greatest strength is the dedication of the staff, both the directors and teachers. It's a very loyal group of people.
Parent #5
The major weakness of our nursery school is the waiting and crowding at the elevators every morning. It is very disconcerting to the children.
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