Early Childhood Programs
Looking for an affordable, high-quality early childhood education program in the Bronx? Think RNH!
The RNH Early Childhood program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and meets all New York State and NYC Department of Education standards.
Programs for 3-Year-Olds
Our nursery 3-year-old class runs from September through June, with the usual “school breaks” and holidays and includes an optional summer program.
- Full Day 3’s Program: Monday – Friday: open from 8am-6pm
- Part Time 3’s: Monday – Wednesday – Fri OR Tues – Thurs from 8am – 12 noon
- Part Time Full Day 3’s: Mon – Weds – Fri OR Tuesday – Thurs from 8am – 6pm
Programs for 4-Year-Olds
Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) – UPK is a program funded by the New York State, administered by NYS Department of Education and is available without cost to all 4-year-old children living in New York City. Many organizations, like RNH, offer this program in a variety of options.
Here is how we offer UPK to our families. UPK is a free, 6 hour and 20 minute, five day a week, pre-kindergarten program. RNH has four UPK classes, all beginning at 8:00am and ending at 2:20pm. NYC Department of Education determines when our enrollment period can begin. Parents who may need longer hours (2:20-6pm) can enroll their child in the Extended Day Program for a fee. For more information, or to schedule a visit, please call Kathy Powers at 718-549-8100 extension 133 or email her at kpowers@riverdaleonline.org