# Sunshine Learning Center
## About
Sunshine Learning Center is an NYC DOH-licensed daycare and early childhood education provider serving children ages 6 weeks to 6 years across 8 locations in Manhattan, The Bronx, and Brooklyn.
Programs: Infant Care (6 weeks-12 months), Toddler (1-2 years), Early Preschool (2-4 years), Preschool/Pre-K (4-6 years), Universal Pre-K (UPK), 3-K for All.
Funding: HRA vouchers, ACS, NYC DOE (UPK/3-K), private pay.
Curriculum: Creative Curriculum — research-backed, play-based, individualized early childhood education framework.
Phone: (718) 679-9098 | Website: https://www.sunshinenewyork.com

## Main Pages
- [Home](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/)
- [About](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/about)
- [Curriculum](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/curriculum)
- [Locations](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations)
- [Careers](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/careers)
- [Contact](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/contact)
- [Articles/Blog](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/articles)
- [Enroll](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/enroll)

## Physical Locations (8 centers)
- [Jackson Avenue](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 609 Jackson Avenue Bronx, NY 10455 | 718-679-9073
- [Morris Avenue](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 253 E. 142nd Street Bronx, NY 10451 | 718-989-9807
- [3rd Avenue](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 2205 Third Ave New York, NY 10035 | 718-679-9077
- [Lexington](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 1595 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10029 | 718-679-9072
- [Willis Avenue](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 416 Willis Ave. Bronx, NY 10454 | 718-989-9804
- [91st Street](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 316 East 91st Street New York, NY 10128 | 646-687-0061
- [5th Avenue](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 1330 5th Ave. New York, NY 10026 | 718-679-9054
- [Coney Island](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/locations) | 2929 West 31st Street Brooklyn, NY 11224 | 718-679-9052

## Neighborhood Service Area Pages (31 NYC neighborhoods)
- [Childcare in Yorkville, Manhattan | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/yorkville)
- [Daycare & Preschool on Upper East Side | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/upper-east-side)
- [Child Care in Spanish Harlem, NYC | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/spanish-harlem)
- [Daycare & Preschool in South Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/south-bronx)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Sheepshead Bay | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/sheepshead-bay)
- [Childcare in Sea Gate, Brooklyn | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/sea-gate)
- [Childcare in Port Morris, Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/port-morris)
- [Childcare in Morrisania, Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/morrisania)
- [Childcare in Morningside Heights | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/morningside-heights)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Melrose, Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/melrose)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Longwood, Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/longwood)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Lenox Hill | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/lenox-hill)
- [Childcare in Hunts Point, Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/hunts-point)
- [Childcare in Highbridge, Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/highbridge)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Hamilton Heights | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/hamilton-heights)
- [Childcare in Gravesend, Brooklyn | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/gravesend)
- [Daycare & Preschool in El Barrio, East Harlem | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/el-barrio)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Concourse Village, Bronx | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/concourse-village)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Central Harlem | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/central-harlem)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Carnegie Hill | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/carnegie-hill)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/brighton-beach)
- [Childcare in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/bensonhurst)
- [Daycare & Preschool in Bath Beach, Brooklyn | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/bath-beach)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning in Coney Island, Brooklyn | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/coney-island-brooklyn)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning on Willis Ave in Mott Haven | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/willis-avenue-mott-haven)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning near Morris Ave in Mott Haven | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/morris-avenue-mott-haven)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning on Jackson Ave in Mott Haven | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/jackson-avenue-mott-haven)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning on Third Ave in East Harlem | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/3rd-avenue-east-harlem)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning on East 91st St in Yorkville | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/91st-street-yorkville)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning on 5th Avenue in Harlem | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/5th-avenue-harlem)
- [Trusted Daycare & Early Learning on Lexington Ave in East Harlem | Sunshine Learning Center](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/daycare/lexington-ave-east-harlem)

## Blog Posts (37 articles)
- [A Parent's Guide to Choosing Summer Childcare](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/a-parents-guide-to-choosing-summer-childcare)
- [Baby Yoga Poses: Nurturing Connection and Development from Day One](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/baby-yoga-poses-nurturing-connection-and-development-from-day-one)
- [Bilingual Children: How Early Language Exposure Shapes the Brain](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/bilingual-children-language-exposure)
- [Cultivating a Love for Language: The Sunshine Spanish Curriculum](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/cultivating-a-love-for-language-the-sunshine-spanish-curriculum)
- [Daycare Separation Anxiety: What Is Normal & When to Worry](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/separation-anxiety-daycare-whats-normal)
- [Daycare vs Learning Center: The Difference For Your Child's Future](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/daycare-vs-learning-center-the-difference-for-your-childs-future)
- [Daycare vs Nanny vs Family Care: NYC Parent Guide](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/daycare-vs-nanny-vs-family-care-pros-cons)
- [How to Apply for Childcare Vouchers and HRA Subsidies in New York City](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/how-to-apply-childcare-vouchers-hra-subsidies-nyc)
- [How to Help Your Child Transition to a New Daycare Classroom](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/how-to-transition-daycare-classroom)
- [How to Read an NYC Daycare Inspection Report](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/how-to-read-daycare-inspection-report)
- [How to Teach Kids About Gratitude: Moving Beyond Just "Thank You"](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/how-to-teach-kids-about-gratitude-moving-beyond-just-thank-you)
- [Is Your Toddler Ready for Group Childcare? Signs to Look For](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/toddler-ready-for-group-childcare)
- [Is Your Toddler Ready for Preschool? Signs to Watch (And Why Age Isn't Everything)](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/toddler-readiness-for-preschool-signs)
- [Kindergarten Readiness Skills Every NYC Child Needs](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/kindergarten-readiness-skills)
- [NYC Childcare Vouchers 2026: HRA, UPK & 3-K Explained](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/your-back-to-school-guide-to-childcare-vouchers-in-nyc)
- [NYC UPK & 3-K Programs: Complete Parent Guide 2026](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/nyc-upk-3k-programs-guide-parents)
- [Preschool vs Pre Kindergarten: What's the Difference?](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/preschool-vs-pre-kindergarten-whats-the-difference)
- [Raising Confident Kids: How Early Independence Builds Lifelong Resilience](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/raising-confident-kids-independence-resilience)
- [Screen Time and Young Children: What the Research Actually Says](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/screen-time-research-toddlers)
- [Social-Emotional Learning in Preschool: Why It Matters More Than ABCs](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/social-emotional-learning-preschool)
- [Summer Camp Activities For Kids: Fun Beyond the Classroom](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/summer-camp-activities-for-kids-fun-beyond-the-classroom)
- [Summer Childcare in NYC: Your Options Beyond the School Year](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/summer-childcare-in-nyc)
- [Sunshine Learning Center Hosts "Winter Wonderland" Event featuring NFL Alumni Nick Singh to Support Children's Health and Learning](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/sunshine-learning-center-hosts-winter-wonderland-event-feturing-nfl-alumni-nick-singh-to-support-childrens-health-and-learning)
- [Sunshine Learning Center Launches the Bridge School: A New Premier NYC Private Preschool ](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/sunshine-learning-center-launches-the-bridge-school-a-new-premier-nyc-private-preschool)
- [The Building Blocks of Movement: Fine vs Gross Motor Skills](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/the-building-blocks-of-movement-fine-vs-gross-motor-skills)
- [The First Week of Daycare: What to Expect and How to Prepare](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/first-week-daycare-what-to-expect-29403)
- [The First Week of Daycare: What to Expect and How to Prepare](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/first-week-daycare-what-to-expect)
- [The Real Difference Between Daycare and Preschool — And Why It Matters Less Than You Think](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/daycare-vs-preschool-what-actually-matters)
- [What Is Creative Curriculum? A Complete Parent Guide](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/creative-curriculum-preschool-what-is-it)
- [What Is the Creative Curriculum? A Parent's Guide to How Your Child Actually Learns](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/what-is-creative-curriculum-parents-guide)
- [What Parents Should Know About NYC DOH Daycare Licensing](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/nyc-doh-daycare-licensing)
- [What to Look for on a Daycare Tour: 15 Things Most Parents Miss](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/what-to-look-for-on-daycare-tour)
- [When Can Babies Learn Sign Language? Unlocking Early Communication](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/when-can-babies-learn-sign-language-unlocking-early-communication)
- [Why Play-Based Learning Beats Worksheets for Young Kids](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/play-based-learning-better-than-worksheets)
- [Why is Art Important for Kids? More Than Just Messy Fun](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/why-is-art-important-for-kids-more-than-just-messy-fun)
- [Why is Sensory Play Important for Early Age?](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/why-is-sensory-play-important-for-early-age)
- [Your Child Has Separation Anxiety (And That's Completely Normal)](https://www.sunshinenewyork.com/blog/separation-anxiety-preschool-starting-school)