named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
After-School Classes
Spanish-language enrichment for school-aged children ages 4–8 with prior Spanish knowledge, offered in mixed-age groups to reinforce language through content exploration
Bilingual Preschool Program
Play-based, dual-language Spanish and English preschool for children ages 2–5 using a 90:10 model (90% Spanish instruction in 3s/4s classes, 100% in 2s class), with thematic, child-led curriculum and native Spanish-speaking teachers
Extended Day and Early Drop-off
Extended care from 8:15 AM to 5:30 PM for enrolled students, featuring mixed-age, child-directed open play; available regularly or as needed
Music Class
Weekly music program for children 16 months to 3 years old, offered with caregiver participation, focusing on singing, dancing, and instrument exploration
Summer Camp
Full-immersion Spanish summer program for children 2.5 to 5 years old, featuring expanded outdoor time, water play, and thematic units led by regular faculty
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 2 activities
- Deliver specialized enrichment programsProvides weekly yoga and music classes for students, focusing on movement, breathwork, mindfulness, singing, dancing, and exploration of musical instruments. Also develops and implements thematic, interdisciplinary units based on student interests across literacy, math, science, art, dramatic play, manipulatives, and music.
- Operate bilingual preschool programOperates a nonprofit, bilingual preschool and day care center for children ages 2 to 5 on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, providing a play-based, emergent curriculum in a language-rich environment with full Spanish immersion options. The program emphasizes bilingual literacy in Spanish and English, intercultural development, and is supported by highly trained teachers.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Facilitate kindergarten admissions supportProvides individualized support to families navigating kindergarten admissions processes for both public and private schools.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Maintain dedicated preschool facilityMaintains a preschool facility with six classrooms, a library, an indoor gymnasium, and a private outdoor playspace to support educational and developmental activities for enrolled children.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Organize community engagement eventsOrganizes annual community events including a Halloween celebration, Teacher Appreciation Day, and a Book Fair to foster family and community involvement.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Provide extended day and drop-off optionsOffers early drop-off starting at 8:15am and extended day programming until 5:30pm, during which children engage in child-directed open play in mixed-age groups.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Run summer and after-school language programsOperates a full-immersion summer program for children ages 2.5 to 5 conducted entirely in Spanish, featuring outdoor time, water play, and thematic learning. Offers after-school classes for children ages 4–8 to reinforce and practice Spanish language skills through content-based, mixed-age group instruction.
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Sliding-Scale Tuition Programs 1 activity
- Support family access and socioeconomic diversityCharges a $60 nonrefundable application fee (reduced to $25 for families applying for tuition reduction) and provides tuition reduction to approximately 25% of families to promote socioeconomic diversity and accessibility.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.16M
Contributions & grants$136K6%
Program service revenue$1.89M88%
Investment income$68K3%
Other revenue$61K
expenses
Total expenses$1.87M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.20M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.78M
Cash$1.78M
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.43M
Net assets$1.34M
Liquid reserves11.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +15.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| KELLEY GRANT | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $109K |
board members · 17
- ADRIANE MILIOTIS — DIRECTOR
- ANDRES VARON — DIRECTOR
- DANA GOIN — DIRECTOR
- DREW O'GWYNN — DIRECTOR
- JACQUELINE HIRSCH — DIRECTOR
- JAKE LIPTON — DIRECTOR
- JAMES THOMAS — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER WEISS FRIEDMAN — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER WOODRUFF — DIRECTOR
- JUSTIN TYACK — DIRECTOR
- KEVIN WOODRUFF — PRESIDENT
- KIMBERLY MILLER — DIRECTOR
- MARTHA ESCOBAR — TREASURER
- MEGAN PASSANISI — DIRECTOR
- PABLO KAPUSTA — DIRECTOR
- REBECKA MORENO — DIRECTOR
- VILDA VERA MAYUGA — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Instagram Partner — Shares current activities and community life through an Instagram presence.
- Instagram Partner — Shares program updates and classroom activities through an active Instagram presence.
- Kelley Grant Government — Executive Director who leads the exmissions process and kindergarten admissions guidance
- Not specified Partner — Collaborates with unnamed community partners to support family needs through extended day and early drop-off services.
- St. Michael’s Church Partner — Hosts La Escuelita’s preschool facility on the Upper West Side.
strategies · 3
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.
- Dual-Language Immersion with 90:10 Modelmethodology: dual_language_90_10_modelBy implementing a 90:10 dual-language model with Spanish as the primary language of instruction, we develop bilingualism and cross-cultural competencies in all children, because early and immersive exposure to the non-dominant language maximizes language acquisition and equity in bilingual development.
- Inclusive Community and Family Engagementmethodology: inclusive_community_buildingBy building inclusive school communities through intentional family engagement, parent leadership, and pre-year home visits, we strengthen student emotional readiness and program cohesion, because trusting relationships between families, staff, and children are foundational to equitable and effective early learning.
- Play-Based, Child-Led Learningmethodology: child-led_play-based_learningBy using play as the foundational method of instruction—particularly child-led, interest-driven play—we promote deep cognitive, social, and emotional learning, because research shows young children learn most effectively through active, experiential engagement with their environment.