Manhattan Schoolhouse at 1538 2nd Ave
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Overview
Educational philosophy
Progressive / Play BasedAnnual tuition
Free (NYC DOE)
Ages served
Infant (3 months) – 5
Financial aid
Not offered
Operating hours
8:30am – 2:50pm
Full year?
Yes
Manhattan Schoolhouse at 1538 2nd Avenue is a Reggio Emilia-inspired, year-round early childhood center in Yorkville on the Upper East Side, serving children from 3 months through Pre-K. The newest of the chain's five NYC locations, it occupies a purpose-built space in the Beckford Tower and emphasizes individualized, child-centered care with low teacher-to-child ratios and daily enrichment specials. Full-time, part-time and extended-hour (wrap-around) options run alongside free NYC DOE 3-K and Pre-K seats and a summer camp. Admissions are rolling via a waitlist, tour, application and home visit.
Programs & Schedule
| Program | Ages | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Room | 3 mo – 1 yr | Monday – Friday |
| Infant Room | 1 yr – 2 yrs | Monday – Friday |
| Twos Room | 2 yrs – 3 yrs | Monday – Friday |
| 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, child-centered early education in an environment of trust and partnership, cultivating each child's intellectual, emotional, social and moral potential. Emphasis on individualized care, low teacher-to-child ratios, and weekly enrichment specials (music, art, movement, yoga, foreign language).
Health & Safety
NYC daycares are licensed and inspected by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
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