EARLY CHILDHOOD

Our Early Childhood program is designed specifically for the age and level of each child. We promote all areas of development including intellectual, physical, social and emotional. It is our goal to provide excellent early childhood services to the community in which we serve and to meet the needs of all our students and families.

AGE: Children 2.5 to 5 years of age

Program activities include instructional gym, music & movement, storytime, arts & crafts and events for families to join for parent engagement. The latter activities mentioned are an addition to our regular extended day and year round programming and the developmentally appropriate curriculum that is furnished through the DOE for 3s & 4s.

Highlights of the Early Childhood Center:

1) 3K and Pre-K full year program

3K: Mon – Fri (7:30 am – 6 pm)
Pre-K: Mon – Fri (8:30 am – 2:50 pm)
Subsidized Program, voucher and private pay accepted for 3K and Pre-K For All

2) Extended Day available 3 – 6 pm

Private pay options available for Extended Day

3) Breakfast, lunch and snack
4) Outdoor playgrounds and gym on premise
5) Benefit of community center services
6) Safe and secure; Following and exceeding all public health guidelines

The H.E.S. Early Childhood program is a uniform school.

Our Staff

Classrooms are led by a Lead Teacher and an Assistant Teacher. Teachers hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education and are working toward Masters degrees and New York State Teacher Certification.

Our Families

Our families are an integral part of the school. We have a Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) of parents from across our program. PAC board members are voted into office by their fellow parents and together with the Administration and teachers build a rich learning environment for the children. Parent volunteers support the school by assisting with school-wide activities and raising funds to enrich the children’s learning experiences.

Summer Camp

Early Childhood continues through the summer to provide families with our year-round programming.

For both 3K and Pre-K, Extended Days are available and the program includes breakfast and lunch.

For more info about NYC’s 3-K For All, go here.

For more info about NYC’s Pre-K For All, go here.

A Peak Into Early Childhood

For more information about the Early Childhood Program, contact Raymona Pittman at (718) 241-3000 ext. 119 or Tonya Williams at (718) 241-3000 ext. 130 or email earlychildhood@thehes.org.

Early Childhood Calendar 23-24

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Whether you are a new family or a current family, we are honored that you have chosen us to be one of the first stepping stones in your child’s educational journey and for trusting us with your child.

Follow the steps below to make the enrollment process smooth and efficient:

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

Follow the steps below to make the enrollment process smooth and efficient:

STEP 1: In order to be officially accepted by our program, all families must submit an application for enrollment online at www.myschools.nyc. After submitting your application, you will receive an official offer letter. You must accept the offer by the due date or the H.E.S. cannot guarantee a seat will be reserved for your child.

Returning families must submit an application for enrollment online at www.myschools.nyc every school year.

Step 2: Once you receive your NYC official letter, complete your H.E.S. Early Childhood Registration here for UPK and here for Early Learn 3K.

If you are a family that has an active ACS or HRA voucher and was offered a seat, please contact us directly as the information needed to process your application will require more documentation.

** H.E.S. registration for School Year 2023-2024 is not open yet. It will open soon. **

If you register past the deadline, your child will be placed on a waiting list. You will receive a call from the H.E.S. Early Childhood staff if space is available, but there are no guarantees.

For more information about the Early Childhood Program, contact Raymona Pittman at (718) 241-3000 ext. 119 or Tonya Williams at (718) 241-3000 ext. 130 or email earlychildhood@thehes.org.

Need assistance registering? Check out our Registration Assistance page or contact HES Registration by calling (718) 241-3000 ext. 122 or (718) 241-3000 ext. 131.

Students are expected to attend school each day in the uniforms outlined below. Thank you!

GIRLS

Khaki Pants, Jumper, Skort, or Skirt
White/Navy Blue Polo or Woven Shirt – Rounded collar – Long or short sleeve
White Socks/ Knee Highs or Tights
Navy Blue School Sweater
Black Dress Shoes – Rubber bottoms/sneakers

BOYS

Khaki Uniform Pants
White/Navy Polo or Woven Shirt – Long or short sleeve
Black Socks
Navy Blue School Sweater
Black Dress Shoes – Rubber bottoms/sneakers

For more information about the Early Childhood Program, contact Raymona Pittman at (718) 241-3000 ext. 119 or Tonya Williams at (718) 241-3000 ext. 130 or email earlychildhood@thehes.org.