2021
BEST ART SCHOOL
LIC SCHOOL OF BALLET
44-02 23rd St, Long Island City
(718) 781-1169–www.licsb.com
If your child dreams of becoming a ballerina,
help them begin their transformation at Long
Island City School of Ballet. Recognized as
one of the foremost dance programs in New
York City, LICSB focuses on developing
strong technique and physical conditioning
in its students while fostering an appreciation
for the performing arts. At LICSB, students
learn the value of hard work, the pride of
accomplishment and, most importantly, the
joy of performing. LICSB classes range from
age two all the way up to adult ballet, starting
from predance and progressing to graded-level
ballet and contemporary dance. Long Island
City School of Ballet provides opportunities
for both girls and boys to learn the artform.
Pick out the perfect slippers and leotard for
your child and start them off on their journey
in motion.
BEST CATHOLIC SCHOOL
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC
ACADEMY OF GLENDALE
84-05 78th Ave, Glendale
(718) 456-6636–www.sacredheartglendale.org
Sacred Heart Catholic Academy of Glendale is
a private school aimed for children as young as
nursery aged to eighth grade children. Sacred
Heart follows all New York State and diocesan
standards and are accredited by the Middle
States Association of Colleges and Schools. Its
mission is to motivate, educate and empower
their students academically, spiritually and
socially. Its faculty works hard to encourage
their students and maintain a stress-free
learning environment. Students get a wellrounded
education at Sacred Heart, taking
courses in STEM fields as well as art, music,
religion and more. The school’s standardized
test scores meet and exceed those of other
local schools. Sacred Heart sets children up for
success and helps them qualify for admission
to the Nw York City high school of their choice.
BEST COLLEGE
OR UNIVERSITY
QUEENS COLLEGE
65-30 Kissena Blvd, Queens
(718) 997-5000–www.qc.cuny.edu
Queens College continues its rich tradition
of molding young minds into the leaders of
tomorrow. The institution was founded in
1937 and is now part of the City University of
New York. It has students from more than 150
countries and are one of the most affordable
public colleges in the nation. The liberal arts
and sciences school boasts its state-of-theart
computer and science laboratories, a
spectacular music building and the six-story
Rosenthal Library. Queens College is a member
of Phi Beta Kappa and is ranked among
the leading schools in America for student
achievement and its academic programs.
Queens College has four major areas of study:
Arts and Humanities, Mathematics and the
Natural Sciences, the Social Sciences and
Education. The school is also committed to
sustainability, earning them a spot on Princeton
Review’s list of green colleges.
BEST DAY CARE
BRIGHTER BABIES EARLY
DEVELOPMENT CENTER
5009 2nd St, Long Island City
(718) 786-2273–www.brighterbabieslic.com
Brighter Babies Early Development Center in
Long Island City has been caring for children
across the city since 2011. The daycare caters
to children aged 3 months old to 5 years old
and offers them not just a safe place to stay
while their parents or guardians are at work,
but also enriches their minds. Brighter Babies
Early Development Center offers children daily
classes that are meant to help engage their
development, both mentally and physically.
Its mobile app also allows parents to see what
their child has accomplished that day while
they are in the care of Brighter Babies Early
Development Center, so you can partake in
those special moments with your child.
BEST DRIVING SCHOOL
FERRARI DRIVING SCHOOL
3528 19th Ave, Long Island City
(718) 278-6679–www.ferraridrivingschool.com
“When it comes time to start learning the rules
of the road, you’re going to need some capable,
patient instructors to help you out. Since 1968,
the professionals at Ferrari Driving School
have been helping future drivers get a feel for
life on the open road, or at the very least how
to navigate the busy city streets. The school’s
exclusive method of teaching has helped
thousands of drivers prepare for their road
tests and become a lifelong smart drivers.
Ferrari Driving School also offers lessons
that can help you get your motorcycle or
commercial drivers license, as well as lessons
for adults who started driving later in life — so
there isn’t anything its team can’t handle.
BEST HIGH SCHOOL
THOMAS A. EDISON CAREER &
TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH
SCHOOL
165-65 84th Ave, Jamaica
(718) 297-6580–www.taehs.org
When your child has their sights on finishing
the eighth grade, you’re going to want to
pick the best high school in Queens — that’s
where Thomas A. Edison Career & Technical
Education High School steps in. At Thomas
A. Edison Career & Technical Education High
School, the staff strives to provide students
with the foundation they need to be able to
handle life beyond high school. Students
are met with high academic, technical, civic
and workforce challenges of the twenty-first
century within the curriculum, and leadership
among the students and faculty is highly
encouraged. There is no substitute for hard
work at this high school, so you are guaranteed
that your child will earn every grade they
make.
BEST HIGH SCHOOL
SPIRIT
MASPETH HIGH SCHOOL
54-40 74th St, Queens
(718) 803-7100–www.mhs.nyc
Who’s got spirit? Maspeth High School
does! At Maspeth High School, students
and faculty are always presenting their best
selves by being heavily involved in academics
and extracurricular activities that showcase
their critical thinking skills and need for
unity. Whether it’s “twin day” or the sporting
event of the year against a rival school,
Maspeth students are always cheering on!
The school’s vision is to have its students
eventually become leaders in all fields of
personal endeavors through academia and to
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be physically, emotionally and intellectually
healthy with determination and compassion
throughout their lives.
BEST NURSERY SCHOOL
COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL -
CHURCH ON THE HILL
167-07 35th Ave, Flushing
718) 539-0732–www.cothcommunitynursery.
com
You won’t find a nursery school with more
satisfied children and parents than The
Church on the Hill Community Nursery
School in Flushing. The licensed child care
center enrolls children as young as 24 months
through the age of 5. It offers intimate,
individualized service that many parents
describe as a “blessing.” You will feel at ease
leaving your young one in the hands of its
caring staff. And your child will not only have
a safe space to roam free, but also be in an
environment where children are put first. The
Church on the Hill Community Nursery School
also offers hands-on activities including art,
science, cooking and music to help your child
reach their fullest potential. If you’re looking
for the best for your child, give The Church on
the HIll a call.
BEST PRE SCHOOL
COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL -
CHURCH ON THE HILL
167-07 35th Ave, Flushing
(718) 539-0732–www.cothcommunitynursery.
com
Described as “amazing” by parents, The
Church on the Hill Community Nursery School
in Flushing is lauded by the community for
its wonderful pre-school program. It offers a
developmentally appropriate individualized
and multi-cultural program, where children
get to learn in a safe environment through
hands-on experience. Your young ones are
provided with a wide range of activities — such
as manipulative and conceptual materials,
block building, art, science, social studies,
cooking, water play, music and movement,
among others that are geared to meet their
needs and to reach their full potential. The
school’s ultimate goal is to foster a noncompetitive
and nurturing atmosphere to help
children develop a positive self-image. What
more could a parent ask for?
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