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Last Updated: September, 2011

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Albany Montessori Education Center, LLC; 250-4401
514 Old Loudon Road
Cohoes NY 12047 (Town of Colonie)
Provider: Deborah Boswell
E-mail:
dboswell@albanymec.com
Web:
www.albanymec.com
Hours: Nesting House: 7:00-5:30; Infant/Toddlers: (6 weeks -3 years)
Children's House: 8-3:15; Preschool-Third Grade: (3 years - 9 years)
Before/After Care: 7:00-8 / 3:15-5:30
Ages: Infant-Third Grade; 6 weeks-9 years
Capacity: 40
Located off Route 9 just south of the Colonie Town Park, Albany Montessori Ecuation Center offers an exceptional learing environment for Infant (6 weeks) through Third Grade. AMEC provides a learning experience that is based upon the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. One key goal in a Montessori primary program is to provide an intellectually stimulating and emotionally calming atmosphere in which children become independent learners. Our Director and Lead Teachers are experienced, Montessori Certified educators. AMEC offers full and part-time enrollment, part-time Kindergarten program (Kindergarten Advantage) to supplement the academic and social needs of children enrolled in 1/2 day public school programs and a wonderful new Intergenerational Program with the MillView Assisted Living Residence.


Bethlehem Preschool, Inc. 463-8091
397 Route 9W
PO Box 4
Glenmont NY 12077
Mary Morrill and Cathy Halayko, Co-Directors
E-mail:
info@bethlehempreschool.com
Web:
www.bethlehempreschool.com
Monday-Friday; 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Capacity: 90
Bethlehem Preschool is a not for profit early childhood education center providing full-day care for children 6 weeks to 6 years.

Raymond & Ruth D. Laven Early Childhood Center; 689-0039

340 Whitehall Road
Albany NY 12208
Monday - Thursday 7:00 - 6pm Friday 7:00 - 5:00pm
Director: Sharon Mudge
2 months - 12 years of age
Capacity: 224
Website:
SAAJCC.org
e-mail:
Sharonm@saajcc.org
Full day, morning and afterschool programs.


Bright Horizons at Corporate Woods; 436-5821
15 Corporate Woods Blvd.
Albany, New York 12211
Provider: Carrie McDermott, Director
Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
122 children
Two snacks are provided.
E-mail:
wood@brighthorizons.com
Website:
www.brighthorizons.com
We accept full and part time children in all age groups 6 weeks to 12 years.

Colonie Community Day Care Center @ Community Reformed Church of Colonie; 869-0131
701 Sand Creek Road
Albany NY 12205
Provider: Carol Grasso
E-Mail:
cgrasso6@yahoo.com
Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:30 am-5:30 pm
Ages: 3 years to Fourth Grade
3 and 4 year olds: 5 day only
Before or After School: K-4th Grade
Capacity: 48 preschool; 20 school age
Large outdoor playground. Before and After School care K-4. Summer program for preschool and school age children.


Colonie Youth Center, Inc.; 438-9596
21 Aviation Rd.
Colonie, N.Y. 12205
7:00 am - 9:00 am and 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm (before and after school care)
Provider: Nikki Caruso; program director
K - 6th grade
Locations during the school year at North Colonie and South Colonie Central Schools. Summer program.



Forest Meadows Daycare & Preschool; 482-2849
2 Chanelle Ct.
Loudonvile, New York 12211
Director: Deborah West
E-Mail:
forest1meadows@aol.com
Monday-Friday: 7:30 am-5:00 pm
Ages: 6 weeks - 13 years
Capacity: 16 children
South Colonie before and after school program. Full and part-time. Rich environment. High Reach to Learning program and curriculum. Monthly scholastic magazine lesson with Clifford the Dog.


Parkside Preschool; 449-2999
21 North Lyon Ave.
Menands, N.Y. 12204
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am-5:30 pm. Year Round
breakfast, lunch, snack
Provider: Heather Cinpula; Director
E-mail: parksidepreschool@verizon.net
Ages of children: 2 yrs 9 months - 5.5 yrs. - 39 children
Parkside Pre-school is a pre-kindergarten and day care center, located in Menands, adjacent to The Village Park, providing quality pre-kindergarten preparation. Parkside serves breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Full and part-time care is available year round. Weekly library visits and monthly field trips complement the program. Parkside has been distinguished as a program of excellence by Cornell University and New York State Child Care Coordinating Council. Parkside is licensed by New York State Department of Children and Family Services and is sponsored by The Bethany Presbyterian Church.


Pineview Pre-School and Kindergarten; 456-6786
251 Washington Ave. Ext.
Albany NY 12205
Provider: Kirsten Wielt
Website:
www.pineviewpreschool.com
E-mail:
office@pineviewpreschool.org
Ages: 6 weeks-Kindergarten
Capacity: 123
Monday-Friday; 7:30 am-5:30 pm
Full day only; full time: 5 days; part time: 2-3 days
Summer camp for K-3rd grade

Seton Family Resource Center; 272-4964
1400 8th Ave.
Watervliet, N.Y. 12189
Monday thru Friday 6:30 am-6:00 pm All year.
Breakfast, Lunch, and snack.
Provider: Mary Edwards, Director
Capacity:. 88 children - 18 months. to 5yrs
Website:  cccms.org
E-mail address:
marye@cccms.org
Small classes, indoor/outdoor playground, full and part-time care, county funding accepted, PEDS screenings available.


St. Coleman's Day Care Center; 273-7559
150 Boght Road
Watervliet, New York 12189
Provider: Sr. Rosaire Marie, Director
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am-5:30 pm
147 children – 18mths – 5years
PM snack
The aim of St. Coleman's Day Care Center's program is to develop and maintain a quality standard of education, and to nurture children throughout the total day. We maintain a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of the individual child and of the group. The program is likewise structured to reflect the needs of today's families, and the staff serve as a resource and support system to the family life. Summer program for primary school age.

Spotted Zebra Learning Center, The; 438-4800
2 Kross Keys Drive
Albany NY 12205
Director: Sheri Townsend
E-Mail:
sheri@spottedzebra.org
M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm (Open 50 weeks a year)
Ages: 2 yrs. 9 months - 5 years
Capacity: 44
Full-day or half-day preschool programs that allow for purposeful and imaginative creative play in a language and literary rich environment. Class sizes are small and led by licensed teachers. We use the Creative Curriculum which addresses all areas of early learning standards and allows parents to stay connected with their child and their progress through electronic portfolios which are accessible on a daily basis.


Stepping Stone Pre-school and Daycare Center; 786-1112
1003 New Loudon Road
Cohoes, N.Y. 12047
Monday-Friday 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Year round
Lunch and two snacks
Provider: Dr. Lynn Fischer; Director
8 ˝ wks - Kindergarten (Kindergarten is ˝ day program)
70 children
North Colonie transports to and from for ˝ day kindergarten care: either following or prior to Kindergarten within district. Separate classrooms for infant, one year olds, two year olds, three year olds, pre-school (4&5's), and kindergarten.
Please call for fee.


Colonie Youth Services  Wrap-Around Program; 456-2135
1653 Central Ave.
Albany, N.Y. 12205
Monday – Friday 7:00 – 9:00 am and 3:00 - 6:00pm
Provider: Town of Colonie Youth Services / Mary Burke
K - 6th grade; Capacity 130
Website:
www.colonie.org/youthcomm
E-mail address:
burmar@nycap.rr.com
A before and after school daycare for grades K-6. Certified by New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Also provides Holiday Happenings, a full day child care program on certain school holidays. A full day summer program for children 5-13 years of age from 7:30am – 6pm. See website for additional opportunities!


Wee Care Child Care Center; 783-8524
91 Fiddlers Lane (former Goodrich school Building)
Latham, N.Y.
Monday - Friday 7:30 am-5:30 pm. Year Round.
Morning and afternoon snack.
Capacity: 3-5 yrs. old 35 children
Provider: Mary Beth Murphy
E-mail:
murphym192@aol.com
Also after-kindergarten care if attending a North Colonie school morning session. Monthly field trips. Morning and afternoon snack. No hot
Lunch, but microwave available.


Home Day Care

A Merry Heart; 273-0575

204 Boght Rd.

Watervliet, NY 12189

Provider: Rosemarie

Email: merryheart257@yahoo.com

Ages: 6wks – 12 years

Capacity: 8

Part and full time daycare including before/after school care. Flexible hours and very accommodating. Also runs a summer program. NYS registered daycare.

Angel Blessings Night-Care; 935-8922
13 Weymouth Street
Albany NY 12205
Provider: Stephanie Taylor-Durenay
E-Mail:
angel.Blessings.Pre-Care@hotmail.com
10pm – 8am open Sun. – Thurs.
Provides overnight care for families with alternative schedules.

Cuddle Time Day Care; 783-9364
25 Laura Drive
Latham, New York 12110
Provider: Kathleen Merolla
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am-5:30 pm
8 children
Lunch, pm snack
Fenced in play yard, field trips or off-site activities, arts & crafts.


Family Day Care; 437-9719
24 Danielwood Drive
Loudonville, New York 12211
Provider: Michelle O’Hare Monday-Friday, 7:15 am-5:15 pm
Capacity: 8 children
Ages: 6 weeks – 12 years
e-mail address: michelle31k@hotmail.com
South Colonie School District


Happy Feet Childcare; 300-1053
18 Roberts Lane
Latham, NY 12110
Director: Melissa Bouchard
E-mail: happyfeetchildcarelatham@gmail.com
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm
Website: www.happyfeetchildcarelatham.com
Happy Feet Child Care offers a loving, structured child care. Owner Melissa Bouchard, having over 20 years of experience, believes that taking care of and raising children is one of the most rewarding and important jobs a person can have. Children are the future generation. Melissa believes children deserve the same respect as adults. Melissa’s role as a child care provider is always making sure children are safe, happy and secure.
Quality home based child care is an essential resource for working parents, let Happy Feet Child Care take care of your child.


Kanda Panda Day Care; 573-5628
136 George St.
Green Island, New York 12183
Provider: Kristen Holland
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am-5:00 pm
Ages: Up to 12 years old
Capacity: 7 children

Linda's Daycare; 869-2322
2 Marini Ct.
Albany, New York 12205
Provider: Linda Schmit
E-Mail:
resjr623@yahoo.com
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am-5:30 pm
Ages: 6 weeks thru 10 years old
Capacity: 4 children
Breakfast, lunch, snacks provided.
Safe, loving nurturing environment. My South Colonie home near Wolf Rd.

Miss Michelle; 438-2629
14 Berkshire Dr.
Albany NY 12205
Provider: Michelle Drahushuk
  
 www.michelesdaycare.yolasite.com
Monday-Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
evenings/weekends by special request
Capacity: 6 weeks to 12 years old (12-16 children)
Hot lunch, snack
Licensed group daycare. Preschool program, fenced in yard


Ro-Ro's Daycare; 482-6864
Rosemary Levine
131 Berkshire Boulevard
Albany, New York
E-mail: dahlia 5123@aol.com
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Capacity: 8 children
Small group licenced since 1991
Pre-K program offered, fenced yard, references available


NURSERY/Pre-K SCHOOLS

Academy of the Holy Names

Beyond the Rainbow

Blessed Sacrament Pre-K

Brown School

Calvary Methodist Pre-School

Christ the King Early Childhood Center

College of Saint Rose Nursery School

First United Methodist Pre-School

Hansel and Gretel Nursery School

Kids Express

Leading the Way for Little Learners

Life Kids

Little Tot Nursery School

Loudonville Christian School

Mayfair Nursery School

Newtonville Preschool

Niskayuna Co Op Nursery School

Niskayuna Reformed Church Nursery School

 

 

 

Noah's Ark Preschool

Our Lady of Victory Early Childhood Program

Our Savior's Nursery School

Park Avenue Nursery School

RPI Campus Playschool

Sonshine Patch Preschool
 
Saint Gregory's Nursery School

Saint Helen's School

St. Ambrose Pre-K

St. Pius X Early Childhood/Pre-school

Story Place Preschool


Susan Odell Taylor School

Tumbling Tykes

Two by Two Nursery School

Universal Pre-K – South Colonie Central School District

Woodland Hill Montessori School



Academy of the Holy Names; 438-7895
1073 New Scotland Road
Albany, NY 12208
Ann Rento, Admissions Director
E-mail: arento@ahns.org
Web: www.ahns.org
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Flexible, full-time and part-time aftercare available from 3:00-6:00 pm
Ages: Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 (all girls) and kindergarten
Capacity: 16 in pre-K 16 in Kindergarten


Beyond the Rainbow; 435-1391
Wolf Road Shoppers Park
5 Metro Park Road
Albany NY 12205
Provider: Laurie Jones / Linda Hoyt
Website:
www.beyondtherainbownurseryschool.com
Ages accepted: 20 months-5 years
MWF: 3 & 4 year old Kindergarten Readiness Pre-K program 8:45-11:15 & 12:15-2:45
TTh: 2 year old Toddler program 9:00-11:00 (Your child is welcome to join at any time during the year as he/she turns 20 months old.)
MWF: 5 day program - information upon request
Capacity: 15-20 per class
Cheerful, bright, friendly atmosphere for your child's first learning experience. We offer positive learning- age appropriate programs for each class. Your child does not need to be potty-trainined to attend our school. We do change pants while they are with us.
2 yr. old Toddler program - socialization/first separation from parents
3-4 yr. old - Kindergarten Readiness Pre-K - age appropriate programs


Blessed Sacrament School; 438-5854
605 Central Avenue
Albany NY 12206
Provider: Sr. Patricia Lynch, Principal
Website:
www.blessedsacramentschool.net
E-mail:
bss@nycap.rr.com
Ages Accepted: Nursery: 3 years; Pre-K: 4 years; Kindergarten: 5 years
Capacity: Nursery: 18; Pre-K: 24 each classroom; Kindergarten: 25
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-3:00 pm; Aftercare: 3:00-5:25 pm

Tours daily (walk-ins welcome)  

Brown School; 370-0366
150 Corlaer Avenue
Schenectady, NY 12304
Director: Patti Vitale
E-mail:
admissions@brownschool.org
Web:
www.brownschool.org
Hours: 7:15 am-6:00 pm
Ages: 3 years old to 14 years old (Preschool to 8th grade)
Capacity: 350 total school capacity. Class size remains small with a 6:1 student/teacher ratio on average.

Options: Half or full day for 3 and 4 year olds. 3, 4, or 5 day options available.
Founded in 1893, Brown School is an independent co-educational school serving youth from pre-school to 8th grade throughout the Capital Region. Brown School's mission is to inspire each student to love learning while striving for academic excellence.


Calvary United Methodist Preschool; 785-5142
15 Ridge Place
Latham N.Y. 12110
September - June
Provider: Debbie Hyde; Director
E-Mail:
debh_calvaryprek@hotmail.com
Web Page calvaryumclatham.org
Ages acepted: 3 and 6 years
3yrs old T/Th 9:00 - noon; 4yrs. old M/W/F 9:00- 12:00 or 5 day 9:00 - noon
Kindergarten wrap-around noon - 3:00 pm
Capacity: 3 years: 1:7 ratio (Total of 28, 14/class)
4 years: 1:9 ratio (Total of 36, 18/class)
Snack is provided.


Christ the King Early Childhood Center; 456-5400
20 Sumter Avenue
Albany NY 12203
Provider: Stacie Boelkins, Director
Hours: M-F 7:30 - 5:30
E-mail:
ctkecec@gmail.com
Ages Accepted: 3-5 year olds
Capacity: 101
Full day and part time nursery and Pre-K options available.
Nursery includes music class and weekly visit to school library.
Pre-K includes P.E. class, music, and weekly visit to school library.


College of Saint Rose Nursery School; 337-2337
1009 Madison Avenue
Albany NY 12203
Provider: Laura Sorrentino
E-Mail:
sorrentl@strose.edu
Website:
www.strose.edu/nurseryschool
Ages: 3 year old program: Children must turn 3 by December 1.
4 year old program: Children must turn 4 by December 1.
Hours: 3 year olds: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30-11 am(part time options available)  Capacity: 12 children per class
4 year olds: Monday-Friday 12:00-3:00 pm (part time options available) Capacity: 14 children per class

First United Methodist Pre-School; 477-5484

1 Gilligan Road
East Greenbush NY 12061
Director: Joy Caola
Ages accepted: 3-5 year olds
4 year olds: M/W/F 9:15-11:45 am
3 year olds: T/TH 9:15-11:45 am
Pre-K (4&5 year olds): M/T/W/Th 12:30-3:00 pm
Capacity: 20- 4 year olds, 16- 3 year olds
A nurturing, child-centered environment where children grow by exploring the world around them, enriching their minds, and extending their understanding of the themselves and others. Fun preschool offers a balanced program of socialization and academic readiness for Kindergarten. Children must be toilet trained to begin school.


Hansel and Gretel Nursery School; 458-7178
492 Albany Shaker Rd.
Loudonville N.Y. 12211
Preschool
4 yr. olds: M/W/F 9:00 am-11:30 am
3 and 4 yr. olds: M/W/F 12:30 to 3:00pm
2 and 3 yr. olds: T/Th 9-11:30am
Four - six year olds Reading Readiness Program: Tuesday 12:00-2pm
School is opened September - June
Provider: Cathy Griner; teacher/director (458-7178)
Capacity: 80 children ages 2 to 5 years.
E-mail:
hanselgretel73@yahoo.com
Established at the same location since 1973. Currently celebrating our 39th year. I have taught approximately 4,000 children. Your child does not have to be potty trained to attend school.


Kids Express; 782-1178
Maplewood School
32 Cohoes Road Watervliet, NY 12189
Director: Tami Callister
E-mail: Tami@achievements.org
Website: www.kidsexpress.org
Hours: Mon-Fri  7:00am-5:30pm
Ages: 18 months - 5 years
Kids Express is committed to excellence in education and our curriculum is aligned with New York State Standards and is designed to engage children in the learning process, provide them with a sense of accomplishment, and help them understand the value of learning. Our learning opportunities have a strong focus on theory of mind, social development, and character education. We recognize the amazing potential of each child and share a vision that all children can become our future leaders when given the right supports as they learn and grow. Kids express @ Maplewood offers Kindergarten wrap around (with a certified Kindergarten teacher), preschool learning center programs, enrichment programs, toddler groups, before and after care, and vacation and school break care.

Leading the Way for Little Learners; 339-4842
9 Nicholas Drive
Albany NY 12205
Provider: Melissa Allen
E-mail:
allen@leadingthewayforlittlelearners.com
Web:
www.leadingthewayforlittlelearners.com
Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30 am- 5:30 pm
7:30-9: Before School; 9:-3: Preschool/Pre-K; 3-5:30: After School
Ages: 3 and up
Leading the Way for Little Learners offers a full day preschool curriculum. All classes are taught by a NYS certified Pre-K teacher with 10 years of public school teaching experience. The curriculum includes special areas daily, as well as a technology component. Math and Literacy are key focus areas as your child will be Kindergarten ready upon completion of the program. All activities are developmentally age appropriate with an emphasis on hands-on, engaging learning activities. A nutritional lunch, as well as two snacks are included in the tuition rate.


Life Kids; 456-3022
31 Vly Road
Albany, New York 12205
Provider: Carrie Mazzella
E-Mail: carrie@colonielifekids.com
Website:  www.colonielifekids.com
Monday-Friday 7 am-6 pm
Ages: 3-12
Capacity: 116
A cooperative preschool and before & aftercare center.


Little Tot Nursery School; 235-1373
532 Fifth Ave
Troy, New York 12182
Director: Marisol Donmez
E-Mail:
LittleTotTroy@aol.com
Website:
www.LittleTotNursery.com
Ages: 3-5 years
Capacity: 21
MWF: 8:30-11 am - 4 year olds
T TH: 8:30-11 am - 3 year olds
M-F: 8:30-11 am - 3 and 4 year olds
M-F: Noo-2:30 pm - Universal Pre K
NYS Licensed; CPR/First Aid Certified; Nationally Accredited Pre-K Program; Spanish, music, dance, and more. Full Pre-K curriculum, Large fenced yard, Celebrating 40 years of excellence!


Loudonville Christian School; 434-6051
374 Loudon Road
Loudonville, N.Y. 12211
Admissions Director: Mary Hill
Pre-K Teacher: Heather Crosbie
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 12:00pm. (Mon/Wed/Fri option also available)
enrichment 12:00pm to 3:00 pm 3 or 5 days
E-mail:
mhill@lcs.org
Website:
www.lcs.org
Ages: 4 years by September 1
Capacity: 18 children.
Please call for fee.

Mayfair Nursery School; 399-0353 (school)
51 Glenridge Road
Glenville NY
Provider: Jennifer Groth
Registrar: Bethany Mancuso, 381-4675
Website:
www.mayfairnursery.com
E-mail:
registrar@mayfairnursery.com
Ages: 3-5 years old
Capacity: 13- each 3-4 year old class; 13- each 4-5 year old class
Classes: 3-4 yr: Tuesday/Thursday, 9:00-11:30 am or 12:15-2:45 pm
4-5 yr: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:00-11:30 am or 12:15-2:45 pm

Pre-K enrichment class (4-5 yr olds) – Tuesday/Thursday 12:15-2:45pm
Class times are subject to change due to enrollment.
Mayfair is a cooperative nursery school. You will get the rare satisfaction and joy of participating in the learning experience alongside your child. Your child will be part of a controlled group experience at Mayfair, learning to express feelings and socialize with others while having hours of fun.

Newtonville Preschool; 783-1976
PO Box 7, Rt. 9 & Maxwell Rd.
Newtonville, N.Y. 12128
Provider: Karin Wheatley
E-mail:
newtonvilleumc@nycap.rr.com
3 year olds: Tuesday/Thursday: 9:00 am-11:30 am
4 year olds: Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Ages accepted: 3-5 years old (must be 3 by 12/1)
Capacity: 12- 3 yr olds; 16- 4 yr olds
Newtonville Preschool is committed to being a child centered preschool program. A curriculum implemented through teacher guidance, exploratory activities and dramatic play with peers provides for the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of preschool children. Daily lessons and experiences will allow for the development of preschool readiness. Through diversity education various traditions and cultures will be explored, honored and respected. Communications with parents will be emphasized as an important and necessary component to the program.

Niskayuna Cooperative Nursery School; 370-5705
852 Ashmore Ave.
Niskayuna NY 12309
Website:  www.niskayunaco-opnurseryschool.org
E-mail:
info@niskayunaco-opnurseryschool.com
Provider: Hallie Holmes
Ages: 3, 4, 5
Capacity: 18- M,W,F; 14- T, Th
M/W/F, 9-11:30 am (4-5 year olds)
T/TH, 9-11:30 am (3-4 year olds, must be 3 by 12/1)
A play centered nursery school that focuses primarily on socialization for children ages 3-5. We have existed in the Niskayuna area since 1964 thanks to our wonderful teachers and parents. Our nursery school is also special because we are a co-op, which means that the parents are an integral part of the daily function of the school. All parents serve as helping parents in the classroom on a rotating basis as well as select various committees to help out with. These committees can be anything from helping our teachers to select books for the month to serving on the school's executive board. Our children blossom during this first school experience and friends we make at the co-op feel very much like family.


Niskayuna Reformed Church Nursery School; 785-5575
3041 Troy-Schenectady Rd.
Niskayuna , N.Y. 12309
Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:15-11:45 am (4 yr. old)
Tuesday/Thursday 9:15-11:45 am (3 yr. old)
September thru May. Snack provided.
Provider: Kathy Mausert, Director
E-mail:
office@niskayunareformed.org
Website:
www.niskayunareformed.org
Capacity: 16 3-year olds and 18 4-year olds per class. Must celebrate birthday by December 1st.
A non-profit, non-sectarian preschool in the community for over 40 yrs. Goals of our nursery school are to develop a good self image, self discipline, decision making skills and independence. We also help children develop motor skills and emotional growth through a non-pressuring, non-structured environment.


Noah's Ark Preschool; 786-7308
28 Sparrowbush Road
Latham NY 12110
Provider: Susan Bahlatzis, Director
E-mail:
noahsarkalbany@hotmail.com
Website:
www.noahsarkalbany.com
Mon., Wed., Fri., - 4yr. olds 9:00 am-11:30 am and 1pm- 3:30pm
Tuesday, Thursday - 3yr. olds 9:00 am-11:30 am and 1pm- 3:30pm
18- 3 yrs. old in two classes with 9 students each
48 - 4 yrs. old in three classes. Two a.m. classes of 12 each and two afternoon classes of 12 students.
Open Sept-June.
Noah's Ark offers a program that is age-appropriate, yet responsive to the varied needs, interest, and abilities of each child. Children are encouraged to develop an awareness of themselves, their loving God, and their world, through hands on learning, music, art, dramatic play and literature. Field trips and cooking are also part of the program.


Our Lady of Victory Early Childhood Program; 274-6202
451 Marshland Court
Troy NY 12180
Director: Fr. Randall Patterson
E-mail:
olvprek@nycap.rr.com
Hours: Monday- Friday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm - full time; 8:30 am-11:30 am - part time – (after care 2-4:30pm)
Both sessions available
Ages: 3 and 4 year olds
Capacity: 18 per room
Our Lady of Victory was created to provide a quality early childhood education program based upon preparation for kidergarten within a loving and nurturing environment.


Our Savior's Lutheran Preschool; 459-2273
63 Mountain View Avenue
Albany N.Y. 12205
Principal: John March
Monday-Friday 8:30 am-3:00 pm
15 - 3 yrs old T/T and 20 - 4 yrs. old M/W/F

Also 20 - 3 and 4 year olds M-F with full and part time options available
Website:
oursaviorsschool.com
E-Mail:
jmarch@oursaviorsschool.com
A Christian preschool serving the community for over 25 yrs.


Park Avenue Nursery School; 374-8760
1068 Park Avenue
Schenectady NY 12308
Provider: Mrs. Jo-An Palmer (Teacher)
Website: www.parkavenuenurseryschool.com
E-mail: jpal125@yahoo.com
Ages accepted: 3-5 years old
Monday-Friday: 9-11:30 am [4/5s: MWF; 3s: T/Th]
Capacity: 12- 3 year olds; 16- 4/5 year olds
Park Avenue Nursery School (PANS) is a non-profit cooperative nursery school which offers classes for 3's, 4/5's. We are located at 1068 Park Avenue, Schenectady. Park in the Union Presbyterian Church lot on Wendell Ave. (off Union Street). For more information visit our website or call anytime.


RPI Campus Playschool; 276-6102
285 Sunset Terrace E
Troy NY 12180
Chris Koch, Teacher/Director
Website:
www.rpicampusplayschool.com
E-mail:
hcoktcg@aol.com
Ages Accepted: 3 and 4 year olds
Capacity: 12
Monday-Friday 8:30-11:30 am
Parent co-op, non-profit, multi-national, multi-cultural, community/campus integrated


Sonshine Patch Preschool; 237-5543
123 Mohawk Street
Cohoes, N.Y. 12047
Tuesday/ Thursday, 9:00-11:30 am
Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Capacity: 12- 3 yr olds; 14- 4 year olds
September - June
Provider/Director: Denise Carutasu
e-mail:
sonshine.patch.preschool@gmail.com
A family oriented Christain preschool with an emphasis on social/relational skills, positive reinforcement, and personal growth. Large spacious classrooms and great teacher/student ratio to meet all of your childs needs.


Saint Gregory's Nursery and Pre School; 785-6621
121 Old Niskayuna Road
Loudonville, New York 12211-1399
Jeffery P. Loomis, Head of School
Website:
www.saintgregorysschool.org
e-mail:
jloomis@saintgregorysschool.org
Nursery School (3 years old by 8/31): 3-5 mornings 8:30-11:30 am; Full day options 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Pre-Kindergarten (4 years old by 8/31): Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 am; Full-Day options 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Before and After Care available 7:30 am-6:00 pm
Capacity: Nursery: 16 children; Pre-K: 20 children
A co-educational child-centered, nurturing program that focuses on the five major areas of early childhood development: social-emotional development; language development; cognitive development; motor development (gross and fine motor skills); self-help.


Saint Helen's School; 382-8225
1801 Union Street
Niskayuna NY 12309
Principal: Jennifer Chatain
E-Mail: jenniferchatain@sainthelens.net
Website:
www.sainthelens.net
Ages: 3 years - Fifth grade
Hours: 7 am-6 pm, Monday-Friday


St. Ambrose Pre-K; 605-6001
347 Old Loudon Road
Latham NY 12110
Provider: Mr. James Leveskas
Website:
www.stambroselatham.com
E-Mail:
ambrose_347@hotmail.com
Hours: Monday-Friday (Sept-June)
8:15am-3:00pm (school day)
7:15-8:00 am (beforecare); 3:00-5:30pm (aftercare)
Ages: 3 and 4 by December 1
Capacity: 20

(part time options available for 3 year olds)

St. Pius X Early Childhood/Pre-school; 465-4539
75 Upper Loudon Rd.
Loudonville, N.Y. 12211
PK 1: Tuesday/Thursday - 8:30-11:00 am
PK 2: Monday/Wednesday/Friday - 8:30-11:00 am
PK 3: Monday - Friday 12:30-3:00 pm (4 & 5 yr. olds)
PK 4: Monday - Friday 8:00-3:00 (4 & 5 yr. olds)
.....early drop-off 7:30 am
.....optional aftercare 3:00-6:00 pm
PK 5: Monday - Friday 8:00-3:00 (3 yr. olds)
.....early drop-off 7:30 am
.....optional aftercare 3:00-6:00 pm
Summer program also available
Provider: Mary Jo Belles; director
Capacity: 20 per class
E-mail:
stpiusxschool@nycap.rr.com
Website:
www.stpius-x.com
Parents will receive weekly newsletters about class activities. A separate “play Room” for large motor skill development and social interaction is available each day. We have a safe and modern outdoor playground for fun and exercise.


Story Place Preschool; 477-7103
Two Locations!!
2500 Pondview Medical, Lower Level
Castleton, NY 12033
(close to East Greenbush)
And
Castleton Elementary School
80 Scott Avenue
Castleton-on-Hudson, NY 12033
(9am-2pm only)
Director: Michele Rose
E-mail: mhalse5@yahoo.com
Ages: 18mos. To 5yrs.
Hours: 9am-2pm with beforecare at 7:30am and aftercare from 2pm-5:30pm.
Opportunities for full- and part-time children on a regular basis and also opportunities for childcare during school vacations for 3-5 year olds only.


Susan Odell Taylor School; 274-4994
116 Pinewoods Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
Director: Kelly Magoolaghan
E-mail:
kmagoolaghan@taylorschool.org

www.taylorschool.org
Ages: 3-5 years
Hours: Monday through Friday, Part/Full Time options
school day: 8:30-3:20
Beforecare: 7:15-8:30
Aftercare: 3:20-6:00
Capacity: 8-16 children, depending on the section. 2 teachers per class
The Susan Odell taylor School's mission os "Nurturing Joyful Learners." Our creative, theme-based curriculum provides rich experiences with language, mathematics, and scientific concepts. Our students experience the joys of learning as they become confident in their understanding of self and community.

Tumbling Tykes; 783-0767
1050 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY 12110
Provider: Stacy Myron
Website:
www.tumblingtykes.org
E-mail:
tumblingtykes@gmail.com
Ages Accepted: 2-5 years
Capacity: 12 per class
M/W/F: 9:00-11:30 am (3’s + 4's)

T/Th: 9:30 am-12:00 pm (3's + 4’s)

M/F: 9:30am-12:00pm (2s)

T/Th: 1:30-3:30pm (2s)
Check website for updated schedule.

Two by Two Nursery School; 786-1649
109 Forts Ferry Road
Latham NY 12110
Provider: Sylvia Vatalaro and Sarah Huiest
E-mail:
mrs2by2@hotmail.com
Website: www.twobytwoschool.com
Ages Accepted: 2-5 year olds
Capacity: 40
4 year olds: MWF, 9 am-Noon (Sept.-June)
2 and 3 year olds: T/Th, 9-11:30 am (Sept.-June)
Snacks provided, monthly field trips
Our purpose is to guide children in social adjustment and set the basis for primary education. Independence and confidence will be stressed.


Universal Pre-K – South Colonie Central School District; 869-3576

102 Loralee Drive

Albany, New York 12205

Contact: Dave Pace, District Registrar

Half day morning or afternoon classes.

South Colonie offers a universal pre-k program with a limited number of spots filled through a lottery. Must reside in the South Colonie School District.  

Woodland Hills Montessori School 283-5400
100 Montessori Place
Rensselear, New York 12144
Contact: Susan Kambrich, Head of School
Kris Gernert-Dott, Director of Admissions
E-Mail: kris@woodlanhill.org
Website: http://www.woodlanhill.org
Days/Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Ages Accepted: 18 months to 14 years

A Parent's Day Care Checklist

The Capital District Child Care Coordinating Council has prepared a checklist for parents looking for day care for their children. Topics to consider which are covered on the checklist are:

·  First Impressions

·  Caregivers / Teachers

·  Health and Safety

·  Activities and Equipment

·  Overall Program

To view the checklist click here.

Note: A Parent's Day Care Checklist is in Adobe Acrobat format. You can click the logo to the right to download the program -- there is no charge for it.

 

The Capital District Child Care Coordinating Council can be reached at:

Capital District Child Care Coordinating Council
91 Broadway
Menands, New York 12204

Phone: (518) 426-7181
Web:
www.cdcccc.org