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At Manhattan Country School, students in pre-K through eighth grade are members of a collaborative learning community that has been a model for both progressive education and socioeconomic, racial and ethnic diversity since our founding in 1966. Whether in our New York City classrooms or at our farm in the Catskill Mountains, students participate in a robust academic program that fosters critical thinking, curiosity, individuality and sense of purpose; provides a deep understanding of our multicultural world; instills a life-long love of learning; and prepares students to succeed in high school and beyond.

Kidville operates large, upscale facilities, catering to children newborn to six years old and their families. Choose from world-class early childhood enrichment programs in gym, music, art, dance, and more. Named the Most Awesome Birthday Party Spot for Kids by Red Tricycle, Kidville offers all-inclusive birthday parties for children up to age nine. An annual Silver family membership is included with the purchase of any Kidville class. Membership benefits includes access to our state-of-the-art indoor playspace, discounts in the Kidville boutique and salon (select locations), and more!

The Manhattan Childrens Center provides scientifically-based world class treatment and education to children, ages 3 to 18, utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Our goal is to offer every child an opportunity to enjoy a quality of life and emerge as a functioning member of society. As each child is unique, we provide individualized instruction according to his or her developmental abilities. This program’s interdisciplinary model incorporates ABA, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, as well as sensory integration, natural environment training and family support. The Manhattan Childrens Center provides a comprehensive educational approach for children with autism spectrum disorder utilizing scientific research-based interventions that are effective based on years of experience on our other campus. The Childrens Center Brooklyn facility was established in 1996 and has served over 1,500 children including those with PDD and autism. We are a partner in research and service activities with Columbia University, Teachers College faculty and students. Our caring professionals focus on each student to enhance and foster his or her maximum potential. We also support our parents and families in helping them to understand the special needs of these children. Families become an equal partner with us in the educational process to help all children achieve their full potential.

Each class is designed to enhance fitness, learning, speech, listening skills and social behavior. www.elliottsclasses.com

Hands On! A Musical Experience offers age-appropriate music classes for children ages 4 months to 5 years using a specially formatted, instrument-based music curriculum. Our classes introduce children to musical concepts, instruments and activities that enhance other learning such as the acquisition of language, listening skills, auditory discrimination, social understanding and personal discovery. Hands On! classes are designed to include music, story, movement and the exploration of various musical instruments that children can see and touch.

Hands On! A Musical Experience offers age-appropriate music classes for children ages 4 months to 5 years using a specially formatted, instrument-based music curriculum. Our classes introduce children to musical concepts, instruments and activities that enhance other learning such as the acquisition of language, listening skills, auditory discrimination, social understanding and personal discovery. Hands On! classes are designed to include music, story, movement and the exploration of various musical instruments that children can see and touch.

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The Community Meditation Center is located on Manhattan’s upper west side in New York City. With a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere the CMC offers classes, Insight Meditation (Vipassana) instruction and practice, daylong retreats, workshops, and social events. Some of the world’s most renowned teachers join with guiding teacher Allan Lokos as we endeavor to develop greater compassion, lovingkindness, wisdom, generosity, and equanimity. The CMC exists for all who would seek a more joyful and meaningful life.

FasTracKids is a proven early childhood education program designed for children 2-8 years old. Using an innovative combination of multi-sensory learning methods enhanced by interactive SMART technology, we prepare children for success both in school and in life. Your child will explore a variety of rich subjects ranging from Earth Science and Astronomy to Economics and Public Speaking. Our goal is to help students discover a love of learning in a fun and interactive setting. Contact us today for more information!

Hands On! A Musical Experience offers age-appropriate music classes for children ages 4 months to 5 years using a specially formatted, instrument-based music curriculum. Our classes introduce children to musical concepts, instruments and activities that enhance other learning such as the acquisition of language, listening skills, auditory discrimination, social understanding and personal discovery. Hands On! classes are designed to include music, story, movement and the exploration of various musical instruments that children can see and touch.

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At Manhattan Country School, students in pre-K through eighth grade are members of a collaborative learning community that has been a model for both progressive education and socioeconomic, racial and ethnic diversity since our founding in 1966. Whether in our New York City classrooms or at our farm in the Catskill Mountains, students participate in a robust academic program that fosters critical thinking, curiosity, individuality and sense of purpose; provides a deep understanding of our multicultural world; instills a life-long love of learning; and prepares students to succeed in high school and beyond.

The New York Kids Club is New York's premier children's enrichment center renowned for an exemplary preschool program and creative and innovative kids classes, day camps, birthday celebrations, and special events! Our unique and original curricula provide children the opportunity to build confidence and express their individuality through participation in physically challenging, artistically enriching, and intellectually stimulating programs.

In Happy Kids Family Daycare children of all ages are given opportunities to learn through experiences with stories, songs/music, art, science, dramatic play, sensory materials, number and letter activities and the outdoors. Even children younger than 2 years, tend to choose to participate in the above activities so our activities are tailored to the interest, abilities, as well as, the ages of the children in my care.

At The Manhattan Behavioral Center, our goal is to build each child’s program from the ground up, creating structured, fun and individually tailored services ranging from our educational programming like Applied Behavior Analysis services all the way to our exclusively adapted birthday parties. MBC is here to help your child experience all that life has to offer.

Book Nook is a literacy based, early childhood enrichment program designed for small group instruction ages 1 1/2-7 years old. With high depends on Kindergarten placement in New York City, the curriculum was designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness through a whole-child approach. Individual attention is given to ensure positive results and foster long term goals for learning. Book Nook understands that learning should be fun and engaging. Check out booknooknyc.com for more information.

Music Studio Manhattan (MSM) specializes in teaching violin, viola, theory, chamber music, orchestral audition and music appreciation. Under the direction of Ching Chen Juhl, who teaches music at St. Joseph's College as well as a concert violist, the studio uses the Western traditional method with Suzuki philosophy as well as Chinese training theory. Believe in each person can learn music, MSM helps students all ages to achieve their individual goals. The MSM shares ideas, photos and videos. To students: daily practicing, taking weekly private lessons, and attending live concerts are essential. Performing publicly is encouraged strongly. To parents of young children: making notes for your child at lessons is beneficial; helping practicing is very important. Bio: Ching Chen Juhl, a senior music lecturer at St. Joseph's College for 11 years, has performed throughout North and South America, Europe, Hong Kong and China. A graduate of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, she earned a M.M. from Indiana University in viola performance. Her major teachers were Xidi Shen, Kim Kashkashian, and Csaba Erdelyi. A Silver Prize winner at the Giuranna International Viola Competition, Ching has appeared as a soloist with orchestras in US and China. She was a member with the Phoenix Symphony, Pittsburgh Opera and Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. She has backing up Rod Stewart, touring with Perry Como, and performing in the Broadway Touring Production of My Fair Lady with Richard Chamberlain. Her love and dedication for chamber music led to the founding of the Jade String Trio in 1999. Holding a minor degree in Violin Teaching to Children from the Indiana University, she has taught at Bloomingdale School of Music, JCC Chamber Music Camp, Shanghai Conservatory of Music and Long Island University. Ching Chen Juhl has been teaching private lessons for more than 25 years.

1) Dual language preschool for children 2-5 years old. 2) Playgroups in Spanish for children 12 months to 6 years old accompanied by a caregiver. 3) Afterschool Program for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade to maintain their bilingualism, biculturalism and biliteracy.