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Yorkville is the Upper East Side neighborhood east of Lexington Avenue, stretching from East 79th to East 96th Street. Named after an early settler, Yorkville has historically been a more residential, family-oriented neighborhood than its western ...

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Trusted Daycare and Early Learning Center Serving Yorkville Families

Yorkville is the Upper East Side neighborhood east of Lexington Avenue, stretching from East 79th to East 96th Street. Named after an early settler, Yorkville has historically been a more residential, family-oriented neighborhood than its western Upper East Side counterpart. Today, Yorkville is home to a mix of families, young professionals, and long-time residents living in apartment buildings and town houses. York Avenue runs along the neighborhood's eastern edge, and the neighborhood has a quieter, less commercial feel than the areas farther west.

Carl Schurz Park, one of Manhattan's most beautiful parks, anchors Yorkville at East 86th Street and the East River. The park provides green space, playgrounds, and waterfront access where families gather year-round. The Lexington Avenue line runs through the neighborhood with multiple stops at 77th, 86th, and 96th Streets. The F train provides additional transit options. Second and Third Avenues have local shops, restaurants, and services that serve the neighborhood community.

Our Sunshine Learning Center at 316 East 91st Street is ideally located for Yorkville families. Between Second and Third Avenues, our center is accessible via the 4, 5, and 6 trains at East 86th Street. Carl Schurz Park is just blocks away. Yorkville residents can walk to our center from most addresses in the neighborhood, or take the subway from any point in Yorkville in minutes.

Yorkville families value education and community. They seek early childhood programs that will prepare their children for success while maintaining the joy and play that define childhood. Our center provides exactly that foundation.

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A Curriculum Built Around How Children Actually Learn

At Sunshine Learning Center, we follow the Creative Curriculum, a research-backed, nationally recognized early childhood framework that puts hands-on, play-based learning at the center of everything we do. Unlike rigid, one-size-fits-all programs, Creative Curriculum is designed to meet each child exactly where they are developmentally and help them grow at their own pace.

Our teachers use this framework to create structured yet flexible lesson plans that integrate four core developmental areas:

Problem-solving, critical thinking, and early math and science concepts introduced through exploration and discovery

Building vocabulary, early literacy skills, and the confidence to express ideas through stories, songs, and conversation

Fine and gross motor skills developed through active play, art, sensory activities, and outdoor experiences

Learning to share, collaborate, build friendships, and manage emotions in a supportive classroom community

We are guided by the principle that childhood should be joyful, that learning should feel like play, and that development unfolds on each child's timeline.

Programs for Every Age and Stage

Infants (6 weeks - 12 months)

Our infant program centers on individualized, responsive care. Consistent caregivers learn each baby's unique rhythm, preferences, and personality. Personal cribs, a clean shoe-free environment, and separate feeding and diaper areas create safety and comfort. Sensory play, music, language interaction, and physical affection support early development and secure attachment.

Toddlers (1-2 years)

Toddlers are becoming more independent and expressive. Our classrooms balance structure with freedom to explore. We introduce early academic concepts through play, offer sensory activities that build motor skills, and support emerging language development and self-expression.

Early Preschool (2-4 years)

Early preschool children are developing friendships and academic foundations. Our learning centers invite exploration in literacy, math, science, art, and dramatic play. Children work together, develop early academic skills, and build social competencies through meaningful, play-based activities.

Preschool and Pre-K (4-6years)

Our pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten success. We integrate phonics, writing, math, and science into meaningful activities. Art, music, movement, and outdoor exploration ensure that children develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

What Sets Sunshine Learning Center Apart

NYC Department of Health Licensed

Observation windows, security cameras, and electronic access controls protect children while providing transparency for parents.

State-of-the-Art Security

Observation windows, security cameras, and electronic access controls protect children while providing transparency for parents.

Open Door Policy

Parents are welcome to visit anytime. We encourage family involvement and transparent communication about your child's day.

Tadpoles Communication App

Daily photos, activity updates, meal logs, and direct teacher messaging keep you connected throughout your child's day.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Regular conferences provide comprehensive developmental feedback and collaborative planning around your child's growth.

Weekly Links Newsletter

Every week, learn what your child has been learning, what's coming up, and how you can support learning at home.

Trusted Daycare and Early Learning Center Serving Yorkville Families

Yorkville is the Upper East Side neighborhood east of Lexington Avenue, stretching from East 79th to East 96th Street. Named after an early settler, Yorkville has historically been a more residential, family-oriented neighborhood than its western Upper East Side counterpart. Today, Yorkville is home to a mix of families, young professionals, and long-time residents living in apartment buildings and town houses. York Avenue runs along the neighborhood's eastern edge, and the neighborhood has a quieter, less commercial feel than the areas farther west.

Carl Schurz Park, one of Manhattan's most beautiful parks, anchors Yorkville at East 86th Street and the East River. The park provides green space, playgrounds, and waterfront access where families gather year-round. The Lexington Avenue line runs through the neighborhood with multiple stops at 77th, 86th, and 96th Streets. The F train provides additional transit options. Second and Third Avenues have local shops, restaurants, and services that serve the neighborhood community.

Why Yorkville Families Choose Sunshine Learning Center

Yorkville families appreciate quality education and genuine community. They want their children's teachers to know them well, to understand their individual needs and personalities, and to celebrate their growth over time. They value clear communication and partnership with their children's educators.

Our 91st Street center delivers on all of those values. Our teachers work with children year after year, building relationships that last. Parents receive daily updates and have regular conferences. The curriculum is research-based but flexible, honoring each child's pace and preferences. Yorkville families choose Sunshine because we truly care about their children and families.

Schedule a Tour of Our 91st Street Center

Visit our center on East 91st Street and discover why Yorkville families trust Sunshine Learning Center. Tour the classrooms, meet our teaching team, and experience our commitment to early childhood excellence and community. Your child's bright future starts here.

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