Young minds. Bright futures.

Child centered daycare and preschool in NYC

We’re an early childhood education center focused on creative learning and school preparedness for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

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Trusted Daycare and Early Learning Center
on Lexington Ave in East Harlem

Finding the right daycare in East Harlem is one of the most important decisions you will make as aparent. You want a place where your child feels safe, where they are genuinely cared for, and where every day brings real opportunities to learn and grow. That is exactly what Sunshine Learning Centerprovides at our Lexington Avenue location in the heart of East Harlem.

Our center at 1595 Lexington Ave serves families throughout East Harlem, Spanish Harlem, CarnegieHill, and the surrounding Upper Manhattan neighborhoods. We welcome children from 6 weeks through6 years old, offering a full continuum of care · from our nurturing infant program through toddler, earlypreschool, and pre-kindergarten classrooms. Whether you are a first-time parent searching for infant

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A Curriculum Built Around
How Children Actually Learn

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

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

·Cognitive Development · Problem-solving, critical thinking, and early math and science conceptsintroduced through exploration and discovery

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

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

· Social and Emotional Development · Learning to share, collaborate, build friendships, and manageemotions in a supportive classroom community

Every unit and lesson is strategically aligned with specific goals and objectives for each age group, soyour child is always progressing · not just being watched.

Programs for
Every Age and Stage

Infants (6 weeks - 12 months)

Our infant classrooms are thoughtfully designed with customized safety flooring, personal cribs, andseparate diaper and feeding areas. We maintain a strict "Shoe Free" policy to keep the environmentclean and safe for crawlers and new walkers. Your baby's day includes structured learning activitiestailored to their individual needs · sensory play, tummy time, music, and one-on-one interaction with theirdedicated caregivers. We focus on building secure attachments so your child feels confident exploringthe world around them.

Toddlers (1-2 years)

Our toddler classrooms channel all that wonderful busy energy into meaningful learning experiences.Small group activities introduce early concepts like numbers, letters, and shapes, while sensoryexploration with paint, water, sand, and modeling dough builds creativity and fine motor skills. Teacherscustomize lesson plans around the strengths and interests of the children in their class, so learningalways feels engaging and age-appropriate.

Early Preschool (2-4 years)

As children grow, our curriculum expands to include more collaborative learning, early literacy and mathreadiness, and the social skills they will need for kindergarten. Classroom centers are designed tospark investigation and discovery · from dramatic play areas to science and art stations. Your child willdevelop self-help skills, build vocabulary, and gain the independence and confidence that comes frombeing part of a learning community.

Preschool and Pre-K (4-6years)

Our pre-K program is focused on kindergarten readiness. Children engage in structured academicactivities alongside creative projects, building a strong foundation in reading, writing, and math. Weprepare children not just academically, but socially and emotionally · so they walk into their first day ofkindergarten feeling capable and excited.

What Sets Sunshine Learning
Center Apart

NYC Department of Health Licensed

Our Lexington Ave center is fully licensed and regularly inspected by the NYC DOH. We meet or exceed every health, safety, and staffing requirement set by the city.

State-of-the-Art Security

Every Sunshine center is equipped with observation windows in each classroom, security cameras, and an electronic access system that ensures only authorized personnel can enter the building. Your child's safety is never an afterthought.

Open Door Policy

We believe parents should always feel welcome. Drop in anytime. Our open door policy means you are never shut out of your child's day.

Tadpoles Communication App

Stay connected throughout the day with real-time updates on meals, naps, and activities. Teachers share photos, videos, and notes directly with parents, and you can viewlesson plans up to four weeks in advance. You will never have to wonder what your child did today.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Formal conferences throughout the year give you detailed insight into your child's progress, how curriculum goals align with their development, and what you can do at home to support their growth.

Weekly Links Newsletter

Every week you will receive our parent newsletter with a breakdown of what your child learned that week, keeping you informed and involved.

Serving Families Across East Harlem Learning and Upper Manhattan

Our Lexington Avenue center is easily accessible for families living in East Harlem, Spanish Harlem, ElBarrio, Carnegie Hill, Yorkville, and the surrounding neighborhoods. Located right on Lexington Avebetween 101st and 102nd Streets, we are close to major bus routes and subway lines, making drop-offand pick-up convenient for working parents.

We understand that finding quality childcare in Manhattan is not easy · and it is not cheap. That is why wework with families to make enrollment as accessible as possible. Many of our locations accept HRAvouchers, UPK, and 3-K funding. Contact our Lexington Ave location directly to learn about currentavailability and accepted subsidy programs.

Why East Harlem Families Choose Sunshine Learning Center

Parents in East Harlem do not just need daycare. They need a partner in their child's development · ateam of educators who care about outcomes, not just headcounts. At Sunshine Learning Center, ourexperienced teachers build genuine relationships with every child and family. We are not adrop-off-and-forget facility. We are a learning community where your child's growth is planned, tracked,and celebrated.

With multiple locations across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx, Sunshine Learning Center hasbeen a trusted name in early childhood education for New York City families. Our Lexington Ave centercarries that same commitment to excellence right here in East Harlem.

Schedule a Tour of Our Lexington Ave Center

The best way to see what makes Sunshine Learning Center different is to visit us. Schedule a tour ofour East Harlem location and meet the teachers who will be caring for your child. Walk through ourclassrooms. See our security systems firsthand. Ask us anything.

Sunshine Learning Center · Lexington Ave
1595 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10029
Call Us: 718-215-1188

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