Preschools
Preschool Programs
AHRC New York City operates five schools for students ages 3 to 5, built upon the belief that children with developmental delays have the same needs as all children, and that parents and families are the most important people in the lives of their children. AHRC NYC currently operates five preschools for students with disabilities and some classes for children without disabilities:
- Astoria Blue Feather Early Learning Center – located in Astoria, Queens, NY
- Howard Haber Early Learning Center – located in Parkchester, Bronx, NY
- Francis of Paola Early Learning Center – located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY
- Esther Ashkenas Central Park Early Learning Center – located in Manhattan, NY
- James P Murphy Staten Island Prep – located in Staten Island, NY
Our preschools feature the following types of classrooms:
- Special Education Classes: for preschoolers with a disability
- ABA Rooms: for children on the autism spectrum
Our preschool students have access to related services to address individual deficits and needs. Related services are provided on the recommendations of the child’s Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) and noted on his or her IFSP.
Related services include:
- Speech/Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Nursing
- Psychological Services & Counseling
All of AHRC NYC’s preschools are designed for preschool children who have or are suspected of having a disability pursuant to Section 4410 of Article 89 of the Education Law. Specific services provided by these schools are based upon individual child needs which have been determined by the CPSE of the child’s local school district. The school district is ultimately responsible for determining the location where special education services, if necessary, will be provided.