Queens Education Guide - Source Book 2009

Here you'll find schools, programs and classes serving Queens kids from infants through high school seniors!  Offering everything from pre-k to college prep to cooking classes, there is something for everyone! And check out more schools and programs in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Rockland, Fairfield, Nassau and Suffolk.

COGNITIVE MENTORING PROGRAM
(718) 464-1950 
www.cognitive-mentoring.com

Through our exclusive mentoring technique, your child will learn how to think and reason. He/she will develop keener thinking skills, which will translate into improved learning abilities, quicker learning time and retention, improved test scores, and greater advancement in school.

COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
354 Lakeville Rd, Great Neck
(516) 466-8422 
www.cmsgn.com

Countryside Montessori School was founded in 1998. We were founded with the aim of providing a high quality early childhood education, based upon the philosophy, methods and techniques developed 100 years ago by educational pioneer and Nobel prize nominee Dr. Maria Montessori. Our children become responsible for their own learning and their own behavior. They learn to respect themselves and others. Everything in our school is designed to encourage and aid the child's natural curiosity.

GARDEN SCHOOL
33-16 79th St, Jackson Heights
(718) 335-6363 
www.gardenschool.org

Changing schools can change everything. Smaller classes mean more attention; allow each child to directly benefit from instruction and independent work; and means that your child's teachers will have time to work with your child and communicate with you. From nursery through grade 12, Garden School offers a seamless education in a safe environment; prepares children for college and a lifetime of learning; and can help you change your child's future, starting in September. Call to see the school, learn about the Garden experience, and discuss our new transportation program.

LOVE PEACE & JOY PRE SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
220-03 Hempstead Ave, Queens Village
(718) 479-7276 
111-10/12 Farmers Blvd
St. Albans
 (718) 264-0555 

Love Peace and Joy Pre-School and Kindergarten (LPJ) has been in establishment for over 23 years. This unique multi-cultural program provides service for children between the ages of 6 months to 6 years from 7am to 6pm in Southeast Queens. LPJ's age-appropriate curriculum and activities are designed to provide children with a strong academic foundation and foster an enthusiasm for learning. The nurturing environment of LPJ enables each child to excel and explore his or her own individuality.

NEW YORK CITY CHILD CARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL CONSORTIUM
 (888)469-5999 

The New York City Child Care Resource & Referral Consortium offers FREE information to help you find child care and so much more. The Consortium works to improve and increase access to a range of early learning programs, including child care, Head Start and Pre-K. Focused on improving the quality of services available, we provide trainings, technical assistance, and more for child care programs and providers. We offer other free and low-cost services, including consultations and referrals for families to support them in making appropriate choices for their children.

PRESCHOOL OF AMERICA
345 West 42nd St
 (212) 262-4545 

1501 Lexington Ave
 (212) 987-3700 

101 West End Ave
 (212)362-0135 

25 Tudor City
 (212) 987-3700 

600 6th Ave
 (212) 255-6911 

1190 Park Ave
 (212) 410-1100 

Having fun and learning is what Preschool of America's summer program is all about. Our new summer program "Around the World in 50 days" is a great enrichment to our standard program. Students will be exposed to the rich traditions of South America, North America, Asia and Europe. Our summer program will enable children to learn about the distinct and various languages, foods, dress and traditions of specific regions. Children will be engaged20in meaningful hands on learning, where they will be able to participate and share in all of the different traditions that make each region unique.

QUEENS VILLAGE DAY SCHOOL
219-32 Jamaica Avenue, Queens Village
 (718) 479-5926 
Email [email protected]

Queens Village Day School (QVDS) is a not-for-profit, community-based early childhood organization that was established in 1988. Our multi-cultural program is designed to service children between the ages of 6 months- 12 years from 7am to 6pm. Children are involved in an array of educational and recreational activities, which provide a strong academic foundation, the ability to read, and invoke a genuine love of learning. At QVDS, we strive to expose each child to a variety of enjoyable learning experiences that will foster a sound foundation of excellence. "It takes a village to raise a child!"

ROCKLAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
176-60 Union Tpke, Ste 160, Fresh Meadows
 (866) 715-3209  ext. 4111
Email [email protected].

Rockland Child Development Services (RCDS) is now offering an educational enrichment program for infants, toddlers and preschool children involving parent-child developmental groups within our new sensory classroom. Infant/toddler groups involve music, sensory play, cognitive skill-building, language and visual stimulation exercises. Preschool groups focus on kindergarten and reading readiness through science exploration, sensory play, circle time, arts and crafts and interactive group activities. RCDS also offers private pay individualized speech and behavioral therapy and private developmental or educational evaluations to children of all ages. For additional information, please contact Dawn Mastoridis.

YOUNG CHEFS ACADEMY
108-10 72nd Ave, 2nd Fl, Forest Hills
 (718) 268-0343 
www.youngchefsacademy.com/foresthills

Forest Hills Kids Corner^TM is offering a unique summer-camp experience for kids ages 5-14. This summer, YCA campers will use their budding culinary skills to solve "The Great Kitchen Mystery." Choose from 2 exciting, fun-filled sessions. Weeks 1 &2: "The Freezer Pleaser Riddle" - savory recipes to cool the sizzle of summer and "The Key to the Garden Gate" -wholesome recipes straight from the garden. Weeks 3 & 4: "The Case of the Smoking Grill" - secret recipes for yummy BBQ and "The Puzzle of the Picture-Perfect Plate" - amazing appetizers, enchanting entrees, and delectable desserts.