ABOUT THE MIYJCC
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

ABOUT THE MIYJCC
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

The Early Childhood Center at the Mid-Island Y JCC in Plainview, NY, offers enriching nursery school, preschool, and daycare programs where children explore the world around them and develop into confident, independent learners. Our curriculum emphasizes early literacy, mathematics, scientific exploration, critical thinking, and health and fitness.

As a comprehensive early childhood education center, we offer parenting and parent/child classes, transition and separation programs, daycare for infants and children ages 6 weeks through 5 years, and both part-time and full-time nursery school and preschool classes for children ages 2 through 5.

Conveniently located in Nassau County on Long Island, our Early Childhood Center welcomes families from Plainview, Old Bethpage, Bethpage, Hicksville, Syosset, and surrounding communities.

We’re almost always open! Wrap-around care is available Monday through Friday to accommodate busy family schedules.

Transportation to and from school is also available.

Our ECC Programs

We have programs for the different age groups:

We can’t wait to welcome your family! Contact us today to learn more about the Mid Island Y JCC’s Early Childhood Center Programs! Call Now (516) 822-3535, x342

Music, art, movement, physical education, swim, and nature specialists enhance your child’s learning experience. In addition, multi-media opportunities, using the latest technology, are seamlessly woven into the daily activities.

Dedicated swim instructors help children build confidence in the water through a gentle, nurturing approach. This foundation is then taken to skillfully guide students through structured lessons that emphasize water safety and survival techniques, both in and out of the pool. Altogether, a harmonious balance of comfort and skill is created, instilling not only the joy of swimming but also vital pool etiquette and safety practices.

Our highly-qualified, state certified teachers provide your child with the most hands-on educational experiences possible, aligned with the NYS Early Learning Guidelines. A multi-sensory approach to teaching in a center-based environment meets the needs of all learners.

Our children come from a variety of cultural backgrounds. While Jewish values and traditions are holistically woven into our program, the children are taught to be global citizens and to learn and discover from one another.

One of only 3 on Long Island!

Our nature specialist introduces themes, based on month and season to everyone, infants through Pre-K. Nature centers are utilized to explore different areas using sensory and multi-disciplinary approaches. Activities include scavenger hunts, pinecone painting, exploring the inside & outside of pumpkins and apples, and learning the scientific names of the different parts.

We offer a unique and engaging assortment of after-school programming. Our classes range from dance and movement, to sports, STEM, art, and literacy-based activities. Extend your child’s day at the MIYJCC with either a gross motor-based class or one that will expand his or her mind.

Family engagement opportunities in and outside of the classroom environment!

Music, art, movement, physical education, swim, and nature specialists enhance your child’s learning experience. In addition, multi-media opportunities, using the latest technology, are seamlessly woven into the daily activities.

Dedicated swim instructors help children build confidence in the water through a gentle, nurturing approach. This foundation is then taken to skillfully guide students through structured lessons that emphasize water safety and survival techniques, both in and out of the pool. Altogether, a harmonious balance of comfort and skill is created, instilling not only the joy of swimming but also vital pool etiquette and safety practices.

Our highly-qualified, state certified teachers provide your child with the most hands-on educational experiences possible, aligned with the NYS Early Learning Guidelines. A multi-sensory approach to teaching in a center-based environment meets the needs of all learners.

Our children come from a variety of cultural backgrounds. While Jewish values and traditions are holistically woven into our program, the children are taught to be global citizens and to learn and discover from one another.

One of only 3 on Long Island!

Our nature specialist introduces themes, based on month and season to everyone, infants through Pre-K. Nature centers are utilized to explore different areas using sensory and multi-disciplinary approaches. Activities include scavenger hunts, pinecone painting, exploring the inside & outside of pumpkins and apples, and learning the scientific names of the different parts.

We offer a unique and engaging assortment of after-school programming. Our classes range from dance and movement, to sports, STEM, art, and literacy-based activities. Extend your child’s day at the MIYJCC with either a gross motor-based class or one that will expand his or her mind.

Family engagement opportunities in and outside of the classroom environment!

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Joyful Learning – Engaging Curriculum

As a New York State Education Department accredited program, our nursery school and preschool curriculum engages young learners through hands-on exploration and discovery. Our comprehensive, theme-based approach incorporates developmentally appropriate goals for each age group, giving every child opportunities to explore new topics, develop essential skills, and build a strong foundation for future learning.

We believe in a well-rounded approach to early childhood education that combines small group, whole group, and one-on-one instruction to meet the needs of every child. Our engaging curriculum encourages creativity, curiosity, and independent thinking while providing a warm, supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Discover the joy of learning

Theme-Based Days at our Early Childhood Center!
Our curriculum embraces engaging themes that spark curiosity & creativity.

Each Theme Day revolves around a central topic, combining language, math, science, social studies, and the arts into fun, hands-on experiences. From counting, reading, & creating art to dressing up in costumes like animals for “A is for Animal” Day, these immersive activities allow children to explore real-world connections & develop new skills. Our themes are chosen based on children’s interests & developmental needs, creating a cohesive, meaningful learning journey for every child.