Education and Schools for Kids in New York: News and Resources

Amazing Explorers Academy Williamsburg

Welcome to Amazing Explorers Academy, a premier STEAM-based preschool dedicated to fostering a love of learning and exploration in children aged 0 to 5. Our innovative and dynamic programs provide a nurturing environment where young minds can thrive and develop essential skills that will shape their future. At Amazing Explorers Academy, we embrace the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) approach, integrating these disciplines into our comprehensive curriculum. Through hands-on experiences and age-appropriate activities, children are encouraged to inquire, investigate, and discover, igniting their natural curiosity. We have many Enrichment programs included in our curriculum like Tiny Chefs, where your child is introduced to the joys of cooking and nutrition. Under the guidance of our incredible team, they learn to create delicious and healthy treats, fostering independence and creativity in the kitchen. Music and Movement is another integral part of our curriculum, enhancing children's motor skills, coordination, and self-expression. Beyond being a creative outlet, music&rsquo;s rhythmic and melodic patterns stimulate the brain, exercising it and aiding memory development. We also place a strong emphasis on Nature Exploration, recognizing the importance of connecting with the natural world. Nature as a classroom allows children to engage all their senses, appreciate nature, and form stronger connections to their environment and community. Central to our philosophy is the belief in the power of play-based learning. We understand that children learn best through play, and our skilled educators design play-based activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional development. Play-based learning nurtures creativity, problem-solving, and communication skills, all essential for success in the 21st century. Our highly trained and caring teachers are committed to creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere, where every child feels valued and supported. At Amazing Explorers Academy, we strive to inspire a lifelong love of learning, providing a solid foundation for future academic and personal achievements. Join us on this exciting journey of exploration and discovery, where every day is an opportunity to learn, play, and grow together!

Sora Schools

Sora Schools is the virtual, private middle and high school turning&nbsp;today&rsquo;s students into&nbsp;tomorrow&rsquo;s change-makers. Our approach is founded on inquiry-based and interdisciplinary learning. This gives students the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills through engaging projects, based on real-world challenges and problems. Students choose from over 400 interest-based learning experiences like &ldquo;Create Your Own Civilization!,&rdquo; &ldquo;Food Science,&rdquo; &ldquo;ToMAYto ToMAHto: Intro to Language in Society,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Making Your Own Cell: Principles of Cellular Biology,&rdquo; just to name a few. <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Sora families have the flexibility to learn from practically anywhere and enjoy a dynamic community. Student-life experiences include clubs, meetings with their &ldquo;house,&rdquo; filled with students in their geographical region, daily checkpoints with academic advisors, and fun events. Learn more about Sora, the future of school, at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.soraschools.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.soraschools.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1708530686934000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Nnl67LTIwlviYDWPiPYgB">www.soraschools.com</a>.</div>

Green Meadow Waldorf School

Striving to create a social, cultural, and learning environment that recognizes the child&rsquo;s spiritual freedom and growth, Green Meadow nurtures the physical, emotional, and intellectual capacities of the growing child through a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Lyceum Kennedy French American School

An independent school that provides students with an outstanding bilingual and bi-cultural education based on the principles of self-expression and differentiated pedagogy.