Manhattan Schoolhouse at 1456 1st Ave
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Overview
Educational philosophy
Progressive / Play BasedAnnual tuition
Free (NYC DOE)
Ages served
Infant – 5
Financial aid
Not offered
Operating hours
8am – 6pm
Full year?
Yes
Manhattan Schoolhouse at 1456 First Avenue is a Reggio Emilia-inspired early childhood center on the Upper East Side serving children from 3 months through Pre-K. The program emphasizes project-based learning, low child-to-teacher ratios, and a rich enrichment slate including yoga, music, art, movement, STEAM, soccer, swim, and chess. It runs year-round with a full daycare-through-preschool progression plus a wrap-around option to 6:00 PM and summer camp, and freshly prepared meals from the toddler level up. Admission is rolling, beginning with a waitlist pre-application and tour.
Programs & Schedule
| Program | Ages | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Infant | 3–12 months | Monday – Friday · 8am–6pm |
| Toddler | 12–24 months | Monday – Friday · 8am–6pm |
| Twos | two–year–olds | Monday – Friday · 8am–6pm |
| 3-K for All (3s) · Core Day | 3 yrs – 4 yrs | Monday – Friday · 8:30am–2:50pm |
| Pre-K for All (4s) · Core Day | 4 yrs – 5 yrs | Monday – Friday · 8:30am–2:50pm |
Tuition on request
Enrollment
This center enrolls on a rolling basis year-round (subject to availability and waitlists). There is no fixed application deadline — reach out to the center directly to check for openings.
Center director
Amy Rockwell
Enrollment contact
lvisman@mshnyc.comCulture & Community
Reggio Emilia-inspired, project-based early childhood program that cultivates each child's intellectual, emotional, social, and moral potential through documentation, the environment as the third teacher, and low child-to-teacher ratios.
Health & Safety
NYC daycares are licensed and inspected by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
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