A Quality, Fun Preschool with Special Education Services and Universal Pre-Kindergarten for Everyone!
Lighthouse International welcomes boys and girls from two through five years to attend our integrated preschool which is also approved as a Universal Pre-Kindergarten program by the New York City Department of Education.
Children who are visually impaired learn alongside their sighted peers in our preschool for a more enriching educational experience. Our curriculum is designed to maximize learning and growth while children enjoy creative and fun activities, make new friends and discover new experiences in a safe and nurturing environment. A smart, convenient choice: We have a certified, highly trained and nurturing staff, a small teacher-student ratio and reasonable fees.
2011-2012 Preschool Openings!
Welcoming children with and without vision impairments, between ages 2-5, for year-round enrollment in our integrated preschool.
- Early intervention, universal Pre-K and special education programs, which include additional therapies
- Extensive competitive curriculum and low teacher-student ratio
- Master’s degree-level teachers and a multi-lingual staff
- Highly competitive tuition and 10% sibling discount
More Preschool Features
- An extended-day preschool option, which runs until 5:30 p.m.
- A maximum of 12 students per 1 teacher and 2 assistants
- Master's degree level teachers; teachers of the visually impaired; speech, occupational and physical therapists; and music teachers
- Well rounded, fun activities: extensive early childhood curricula, physical education, strong emphasis on literacy, outdoor play area, neighborhood field trips and community outings
- Computers in every classroom, with age-appropriate programs
- New Lighthouse Parent Center which offers extensive training, classes, workshops and fun events for all parents of The Ethel and Samuel J. LeFrak School students. The Center is run by a parent coordinator, with a high level of decision making by parents from the school's Parent Focus Group.
- Parent Center toy and book lending program
Enroll Today! For additional information, or to make an appointment to visit our facility, call (212) 821-9604.
What are People Saying About Our Preschool?
"The background [my daughter] was given has been tremendous. It was a loving and nurturing environment." - Babette Haggerty. Read how the Lighthouse helped Babette Haggerty’s daughter, Sarah Brennan, transition to public school in Voices of Hope.
"The enrichment, love and warmth at the Lighthouse can't be measured." - Adam and Jill London
"My son loves going to school every day. The Lighthouse is the best-kept preschool secret in New York!" - Jennifer Goodman
The Ethel and Samuel J. LeFrak School has been recognized by People Magazine and Good Morning America as a unique integrated preschool!
Learn More!
- 2011/2012 School Calendar (PDF format)
- 2010-2011 Parent Handbook
- 2010-2011 Parent Handbook (Spanish)
- 2010-2011 Parent Handbook Attachments
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