2021
EDUCATION
BETHPAGE BEST OF THE CITY 2021 WINNERS GUIDE BESTOFTHECITY.COM 11
BEST ADULT
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN
COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CENTER
FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION &
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
25 Broadway, 8th Floor (212) 346-8410
www.bmcc.cuny.edu
It’s never too late to become who you
are supposed to be. Nobody understands
this better than Borough of Manhattan
Community College, which has ample
offerings of Adult Education classes that
will feed your soul, expand your knowledge
and help you on your journey toward
professional development. From workforce
development to certification programs,
stepping into one of its classrooms—whether
it is virtual or in person—is taking a positive
step toward living a fulfilled life. The
staff and educators at BMCC offer small
courses with professionalism, expertise,
and personalized service. Education is an
investment in yourself, and BMCC strives to
give you the knowledge and skills you need
for tomorrow.
BEST ART SCHOOL
ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL
245 E 56th St (212) 752-4340
www.artanddesignpta.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 CATHOLIC SCHOOL
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL
30 West 16th St (212) 924-7900
www.xavierhs.org
Xavier High School has built a renowned
reputation based on its traditions of raising fine,
well-educated Catholic young men who go on
to excel in college and become leaders in their
professional lives. Its Jesuit-based teachings
educate students in order to teach them to live
lives of integrity, responsibility and knowledge.
Students here are equal in their pursuits to serve
God and to deepen their academic portfolios.
Originally founded in 1847, Xavier High School
is in its 174th year of producing college-prepared
young Catholic men. Located in Manhattan,
students travel from far and wide to attend this
prestigious institution where upon graduation
they are open to growth, intellectually competent,
religious, loving and committed to doing justice.
BEST COLLEGE
OR UNIVERSITY
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
383 Lafayette St (212) 998-4500
www.nyu.edu
Choosing a college is one of the most important
decisions young adults face. Not only is it expensiv,e
but choosing the right school could really set you
on the right track for a successful career. While
some colleges boast about the best dorm rooms or
notable professors, New York University (NYU) has
worked hard to create a place where everyone, no
matter what class, can get a quality education. NYU
has grown immensely since it was founded in 1831,
it has campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai along
with 11 study away sites around the world. The NYC
campus is extremely diverse, with students and
faculty from every state and 133 countries. If you
are looking for a true NY experience look no further,
then NYU.
BEST CONTINUING
EDUCATION
COLLEGE FOR ADULTS AT
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
1130 Amsterdam Ave (212) 854-2441
www.gs.columbia.edu
Columbia University, an Ivy League school
whose alumni go on to influence the world (such
as President Barack Obama) boasts a robust
General Studies program designed to make
this iconic institution available to all—from
community college students looking to expand
their education and skills to the immigrant
community and budding entrepreneurs and
veterans—all are welcome to continue the
story of their education journey at Columbia.
Guided by dedicated academic advisors, the
Columbia University General Studies program
offers a pathway for non-traditional students
to establish successful careers and create more
opportunities. General Studies students are fully
integrated into the school and work through a
curriculum designed to meet them where they
are in their lives with support services like career
counseling, veteran resources and academic
advisement.
BEST DAY CARE
TRIBECA KINDERCARE
311 Greenwich St (212) 962-1316
www.kindercare.com
While you’re at work, you want to make sure
your little one is in the best hands. KinderCare
has partnered with Manhattan families for more
than 50 years to provide high-quality childcare
in Manhattan, NY. The caring professionals
here help families build confidence for life
and give children a foundation they can build
on. KinderCare offers fun and learning at an
affordable price, with a wide range of full-time
and part time programs available. The center
holds national accreditations from multiple
national early childhood accreditation agencies,
including National Accreditation Commission
for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC)
and the National Early Childhood Program
Accreditation (NECPA). Wherever your child
goes after they leave KinderCare, they’ll be ready
to think bigger, feel stronger, and aim higher.
BEST NURSERY
SCHOOL
THE ACORN SCHOOL
330 E 26th St (212) 684-0230
www.acornschoolnyc.com
The Acorn School, a non-profit organization,
starts two, three- and four-year-olds on an
exciting educational journey. The 10,000
square-foot campus includes four classrooms,
gardens, an enclosed playground and an indoor
activity center, where children can play, explore
and learn in bright and inviting classrooms.
At Acorn, experienced teachers create childcentered
curriculums and guide children to
support their social, emotional and cognitive
growth, as well as install a lifelong love of
learning. Building community is a top priority,
and the school works closely with families to
support them as their children experience the
wonder of school for the first time and prepare
for their schooling beyond East 26th Street.
BEST PAROCHIAL
SCHOOL
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL
327 W 13th St (212) 620-5575
www.cheznous.org
Notre Dame is a private, Catholic, collegepreparatory
school for girls that was founded
in 1912 by the Sisters of St. Ursula. The school’s
curriculum goes beyond the typical studies;
it is rich in the sciences, arts and technology.
The students are also offered cultural and
educational opportunities outside of the
classroom. By going above and beyond typical
curriculum, the staff can help set the students up
for a successful transition into college. Since the
school opened its doors over a hundred years
ago, it has been known for its high academic
standards and warm, family like setting. This
way when students walk through the doors, they
feel fulfilled not only academically but socially
and spiritually as well.
BEST PRE SCHOOL
PERRY SCHOOL
155 Bank St (212) 255-1685
www.perryschool.com
Preschool is so important to little ones because
it gives them the opportunity to be around peers
their own age while also learning the basics.
The Pre-K program at Perry School focuses on
making students comfortable with their peers
through group activates; this allows them to
form bonds with others as well as develop
leadership skills. The curriculum incorporates
storytelling, book making, art, music, and
movement as well as math and reading. Perry
School is an art and science based school, so
a lot of the activities are based around art or
science studies. At Perry School, your little one
will get a well-rounded education that will set
them up for a successful future.
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