named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
2s Program
Preschool program for children turning 2, offering part-time and full-week options with a play-based curriculum focused on socialization, early learning, and smooth transitions from home to school.
3s & 4s Program
Daily schedule-based program for 3- and 4-year-olds featuring center exploration, group activities, specialty classes, and structured routines to build kindergarten readiness and social-emotional skills.
Specialty Enrichment Classes
Weekly classes in Music, Movement, Spanish, Chess, and Math-Gym designed to enhance cognitive, physical, and linguistic development through play and interactive learning.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 2 activities
- Deliver age-specific curriculum with small class sizes and individualized attentionImplements a developmentally appropriate curriculum with small class sizes and low teacher-to-child ratios: 1:7 (max class size 7) for 2-year-olds, 1:7 with multiple staff for 3-year-olds (max class size 14), and 1:9 (max class size 9) for 4-year-olds. Instruction includes foundational lessons followed by hands-on, project-based learning and theme-based projects aligned with weekly units.
- Offer structured preschool programs with varied schedules by age groupOffers half-day and full-day preschool programs with varying weekly schedules tailored to age groups: 2-day, 3-day, and 5-day options for 2-year-olds; 4-day and 5-day half-day options for 3-year-olds; and 5-day half-day or full-day programs for 3- and 4-year-olds.
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Project-Based Learning Programs 1 activity
- Conduct hands-on enrichment activities to support developmental skillsProvides enrichment activities such as cooking, yoga, and hands-on STEM experiments to develop cognitive, fine motor, and language skills in preschoolers as part of project-based learning.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Host admissions open houses and virtual tours for prospective familiesHosts scheduled open houses for the 2027–2028 admissions cycle on five dates between November 2026 and February 2027, and provides virtual tours titled 'Our Year at BCPS' to showcase the school year experience for prospective families.
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Infection Prevention & Control Protocols 1 activity
- Maintain health, safety, and emergency preparedness protocolsImplements comprehensive health and safety practices including routine handwashing, daily cleaning and disinfection of high-touch surfaces and toys, nightly deep cleaning, use of air purifiers, and individualized medical plans for children with allergies. Staff are trained in CPR, first aid, child abuse prevention, and emergency response, including evacuation and lockdown drills. First-aid kits and an AED are maintained on-site.
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 1 activity
- Operate play-based preschool program for children ages 2.6 to 4Provides a play-based early childhood education program for children ages 2.6 to 4 years old, focusing on socialization, cognitive development, and school readiness through experiential learning in a safe and nurturing environment. The program runs from mid-September to early June and aligns with standards required by New York City public and private schools.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Provide specialty enrichment instruction in music, movement, Spanish, chess, and Math-GymOffers weekly specialty instruction including music (rhythmic exercises, singing, instrument exploration), movement (balance, body awareness), Spanish (vocabulary through songs and games), chess (story-based curriculum for critical thinking), and Math-Gym (counting and arithmetic through games and songs) for 3- and 4-year-olds during morning programming.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$560K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$531K95%
Investment income$29K5%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$589K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$451K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.03M
Cash$1.03M
Investments$0
Liabilities$275K
Net assets$756K
Liquid reserves21.0 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -21.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| JACLYN MELTZER | CO-DIRECTOR | 1 | $96K |
| CYNTHIA PALICKA | CO-DIRECTOR | 0 | $23K |
board members · 1
- JANET RAMOS — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Bridge Community Playschool Inc Network — Self-referential membership in its own network as part of organizational identity
- Kieran O'Shea Partner — Provides development and technical support for the school's calendar system.
- NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Government — Adheres to regulations and guidelines set by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
- NYCDOHMH Government — Staff comply with training requirements set by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
- Our Year at BCPS Partner — Virtual tour resource integrated into the admissions experience.
- PLNY Network — Member of the Preschool League of New York (PLNY) network, as indicated by logo display.
- director@bridgeplayschool.org Partner — Primary contact for enrollment inquiries and open house coordination
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Differentiated, Multi-Modal Instruction in Small Settingsmethodology: differentiated_instructionBy combining self-guided and teacher-directed activities with diverse modes of discovery in small classes, we address individual learning needs and styles because varied instructional approaches allow each child to engage meaningfully and develop problem-solving, collaboration, and listening skills.
- Family-Engaged Early Educationmethodology: family_engaged_early_educationBy partnering with families through open communication, trust, and shared commitment, we bridge home and school environments to support children’s development because continuity between caregivers and educators strengthens social-emotional growth and learning outcomes.
- Gentle Introduction to School with Social-Emotional Focusmethodology: gentle_introduction_to_schoolBy providing a positive, gradual entry into school life with attention to emotional security and separation support, we promote engagement and readiness to learn because young children thrive when they feel safe, seen, and supported during developmental transitions.
- Play-Based, Child-Led Learningmethodology: play_based_learningBy using play as the primary mode of learning and allowing children to explore at their own pace, we foster holistic development across social, emotional, physical, and cognitive domains because play is a natural and developmentally appropriate vehicle for young children to make sense of the world.