Preschools in New York

7 preschools near New York, NY, including Montessori and other private programs. Compare approach, tuition, hours, and location — then save your shortlist.

Preschool approaches in New York

The programs listed here include Montessori, cooperative and play-based. New to the differences? Compare Montessori vs. play-based, read what children learn in preschool, or browse all our guides.

Montessori preschools in New York

4 of the programs listed above are Montessori preschools — child-led, mixed-age classrooms with hands-on materials and long, focused work periods. New to the method? Read what Montessori is, compare Montessori vs. play-based, and see how much Montessori costs.

How much does preschool cost in New York?

Preschool tuition in New York depends on the program, the schedule (half-day vs. full-day), and the approach — Montessori and full-day private programs usually cost more than part-time or co-op options. Where a school publishes pricing it's shown on its listing above; otherwise ask the school for a current quote. Our guide on how much preschool costs shows how to compare the real price, and how to afford preschool covers subsidies, TK, and Head Start that can lower it.

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Frequently asked questions

What preschool approaches are available in New York?

First Cubby lists Montessori, cooperative and play-based programs in New York, among others. Each school's approach is shown on its listing.

How much is preschool tuition in New York?

Preschool tuition in New York varies widely by program, schedule (half- vs. full-day), and approach — Montessori and full-day private programs typically cost more. Pricing is shown on a listing where the school publishes it; otherwise contact the school. Our guide on how much preschool costs explains how to compare the real price, and how to afford preschool covers subsidies and free options.

Are there Montessori preschools in New York?

Yes — 4 Montessori programs are listed in New York above. Montessori classrooms are child-led and mixed-age with hands-on materials; see our guide on what Montessori is.

Are the preschools in New York private?

Most standalone preschools in New York are private (tuition-based). Free and lower-cost options can exist too — Transitional Kindergarten, state pre-K, and Head Start — which our guides on preschool cost and how to afford preschool explain.

How do I choose a preschool in New York?

Shortlist nearby schools, then tour your top choices. Our guides on how to choose a preschool and the questions to ask on a tour walk you through it step by step.