At a Glance
A small, high-trust early childhood center serving 3-year-olds and pre-K in a stable, homeowner-heavy Queens neighborhood
Families with 3 and 4-year-olds living in or near Queens Village who want a small, intimate early childhood experience with highly trusting teachers — particularly those who value neighborhood stability and are comfortable with car-dependent logistics. Best suited for parents prioritizing social-emotional development and school readiness over competitive academics, and those who secured a seat through the universal pre-K lottery.
- Universal pre-K access through centralized admissions
- 100% teacher-rated instructional quality
- 100% teacher collegial trust — unusually high cohesion
- Dedicated 3K and pre-K program with early childhood focus
- Located in highly stable neighborhood (97.7% stability score)
- Very small school — only 3K and pre-K, serving approximately 60-80 students total
- Teacher survey based on only 6 responses — while positive, the sample is too small to be statistically significant
- No academic proficiency data available — school is evaluated on early childhood development metrics, not test scores
- Limited transit access — families will need a car or significant walking/busing arrangements
- Pre-K lottery admissions means no guaranteed zoned placement
Based on 2025 data
School SummaryDistrict
As a standalone early childhood center, Nurturing Center doesn't compete directly with K-5 elementary schools in District 28 or nearby areas. Its peer group is other 3K/pre-K programs and early childhood centers. The exceptional teacher trust scores distinguish it among early childhood options, though parents should weigh the very small sample size when evaluating these ratings.
As an early childhood center serving only 3K and pre-K students, Nurturing Center does not have state test scores — the academic program centers on foundational readiness rather than proficiency metrics. The focus is on social-emotional development, early literacy, and school readiness skills appropriate for 3 and 4-year-olds.
The teacher survey results paint an unusually positive picture: 100% instruction quality ratings, 98% principal trust, and 100% collegial trust. These numbers suggest a cohesive, well-functioning early childhood environment where teachers feel supported and collaborative. With only six survey responses, however, these results should be interpreted as indicative rather than definitive. The universal pre-K model means families enter through a centralized lottery rather than zoned assignment, suggesting a parent body that actively chose this program.
Queens Village is a predominantly homeowner neighborhood with 72.7% homeownership and a median home value of $633,570 — substantially above the city average. The area has a relatively low poverty rate (8.8%) and a moderate BA+ education rate (28.7%). With only 16.3% of households having children, families with young children are a smaller segment of the overall population, making this early childhood center a key resource for the neighborhood's youngest residents. The school's 3K and pre-K population reflects these family demographics.
Queens Village scores extremely high on stability (97.7%) and health environment (83.14%), reflecting a neighborhood where families put down roots and stay. The safety score (63.6%) is moderate, while transit access (33.33%) is limited — this is very much a car-dependent area. The education orientation score (70.88%) indicates families here value schooling, though the percentage with bachelor's degrees is modest (28.7%). The area offers several nearby parks and is known for its quiet, residential character away from busier commercial corridors.
Queens Village is largely residential and suburban in feel. Most families drive or get dropped off; the low transit score (33.33) reflects limited subway access. Walkable for short trips within the neighborhood but not convenient for commuting without a car.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Nurturing Center, Inc. a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Nurturing Center, Inc. yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 3-K to Pre-K in Queens Village.
- What grades does Nurturing Center, Inc. serve?
- Nurturing Center, Inc. serves grades 3-K to Pre-K.
- How do students get into Nurturing Center, Inc.?
- Nurturing Center, Inc. admits through the NYC 3-K and Pre-K application.
- Is Nurturing Center, Inc. public, charter, or private?
- Nurturing Center, Inc. is a public school.
- What neighborhood is Nurturing Center, Inc. in?
- Nurturing Center, Inc. is in Queens Village, Queens.
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