About Us · NYCDOE Pre-K Center
Stand-alone Pre-K Centers, rooted in the South Bronx.
We are NYCDOE stand-alone Pre-K Centers that specialize in providing free, full-day, high-quality Pre-K and 3-K for all residents of New York City — and more specifically the South Bronx. We operate out of three locations: Union Avenue, Willis Avenue, and Brook Avenue.
Our vision
We believe in creating a community of learners where our children grow — as well as our teachers and families. Educating children and working in partnership with families, combined with high-quality teachers, provides our children with experiences that help them grow as individuals and prepare them for the future.
Our mission
To provide planned, purposeful, engaging experiences that build the foundation for positive social-emotional development and academic learning for every student.
What we stand on
Four values, one foundation.
Learning Through Inquiry
Professional learning, teacher support, family empowerment, disruptive leadership, and professional learning communities.
Relationships
Warm, responsive interactions among families, staff, and children that provide unconditional support for all.
The Learner
High, consistent participation and engagement through play, with culturally and social-emotionally responsive practices.
Quality
Developmentally appropriate curricula and engaging materials in a safe, language-rich physical setting.
Program details
How our day is built.
- Each site has a Site Coordinator who partners with families and manages daily operations.
- Every classroom is staffed by one certified teacher and one certified paraprofessional.
- Each site is supported by a school nurse, custodian, and school safety agent.
- School day hours
- 8:10–2:30School day hours
- Students per Pre-K class
- 18Students per Pre-K class
- Students per 3-K class
- 15Students per 3-K class
- South Bronx sites
- 3South Bronx sites
A place to learn, play and grow
The foundation for the future starts with one call.