We are a private Daycare in Coney Island. Our students are from 12 weeks - 5 years old.
We use Creative Curriculum for all children Birth - 2 years old.
Our 3K class uses Explorations and our 4K class uses Units of Study.
Our day is from 7:30-6:00, Monday-Friday. Our 3K students and 4K students are in school from 8:00 am - 2:20 pm.
Wrap around services are available for 3K and 4K students.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Yearly Tuition: $390
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
10
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
80 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition of $390 is for birth-3 years. From 3-5 tuition is $310 per week. 3K & 4K Wrap Around is $150 per week.
Summer Program Cost
$390
Summer Program Cost Notes
Same discounts as during the school year.
Additional fee of $150 for whole summer for special events.
Admissions Director
Lourdy Mondesir-Hughes
School Notes
- We accept HRA vouchers, ACS Priority vouchers, and Essential Worker Scholarship vouchers. At the start of school, 3 weeks tuition needs to be paid, 1 week for that week and 2 weeks for security. You will use your security deposit for the last 2 weeks of school. We are closed approximately 15-20 days per year. You will receive a calendar upon enrollment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island cost?
Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island's tuition is approximately $390 for private students and $390 for summer students.
When is the application deadline for Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island?
The application deadline for Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island located?
Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Sunshine Learning Center Of Coney Island is Yeshivat Darche Eres Boys High School (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Big Apple Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Block Institute School (1.1 miles away)
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(718) 368-4490
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