Established in 1931, Great Neck Community School is a not-for-profit, non-sectarian, multicultural preschool  registered by the New York State Department of Education and licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. We are the oldest cooperative in Long Island.

Mission
Great Neck Community School's mission is to provide a safe and enjoyable first school experience for your child. We help each child learn to get along with others, solve problems, share, assume responsibility and play and learn within a group. Children are encouraged to question, to be curious and to find joy in discovery.

Goals
Our goals are directed towards your child’s development of self-confidence, independence and initiative. Our learning environment respects and nurtures the different gifts and learning styles each child brings to the group. Active, expressive, child-centered learning experiences are emphasized. Recognizing that play is the work of the children, materials are provided for exploration and manipulation. Children are encouraged to think, to plan, to recreate and to make sense of the world.

While absorbed in creative play, the children will attain the cognitive skills appropriate for young children. Professionally qualified teachers develop programs rich in language experiences and reading and math readiness to encourage a love of learning.

The program at Great Neck Community School is further enhanced by weekly music, movement and library classes. We also have a strong commitment to modeling social and environmental responsibility. Enrichment, excitement, and encouragement of each child’s total growth and creativity are cornerstones of the program.

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