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Citywide / specialized
PublicPre-K Universal

Young Minds Day Care Center

972 Fulton Street

At a Glance

A public early childhood center offering 3K and universal pre-K in one of Brooklyn's most affluent and transit-connected neighborhoods

Best suited for

Families with 3 or 4-year-olds seeking a free, high-quality public pre-K option in Clinton Hill or nearby neighborhoods who prioritize a small, early-childhood-focused setting and are comfortable with the limited data available due to the program's small size.

What stands out
  • Dedicated 3K and universal pre-K program (no older grades)
  • Very high teacher-reported instruction quality (95%)
  • Located in a high-education, high-income neighborhood with strong transit
  • Free universal pre-K for all eligible families
Things to consider
  • No academic proficiency data — this is an early childhood program, not a K-12 school
  • Teacher survey sample is extremely small (9 responses), making climate data less reliable
  • Very limited enrollment window — only serves 3 and 4-year-olds
  • Clinton Hill housing costs are among the highest in Brooklyn
  • No discipline or attendance metrics available for this program type

Based on 2024-2025 data

School SummaryDistrict

Young Minds occupies a specific niche as a public early childhood center in District 16, serving only the youngest learners. It cannot be directly compared to K-12 schools on academic metrics. As a universal pre-K site, it competes with other pre-K options in the area, including DOE pre-K centers and community-based organizations.

AcademicsSteady

As a 3K and pre-K program, Young Minds does not participate in state ELA or math assessments, so there are no proficiency scores to compare against district averages. The academic program focuses on early literacy, social-emotional development, and school readiness skills appropriate for 3 and 4-year-olds.

Culturemoderate

Teacher survey responses show exceptionally high marks — 95% rate instruction quality as good or very good, 89% express trust in the principal, and 85% report strong collegial relationships among staff. However, only 9 teachers completed the survey, so these figures represent a very small team and should be interpreted cautiously. There is no discipline or attendance data reported because early childhood programs track engagement differently than K-12 schools.

Community

This early childhood center serves families with 3 and 4-year-olds in a neighborhood that skews highly educated (71.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher) and affluent (median household income of $118,733). The population is predominantly owner-occupied (39.3% homeownership) with relatively few households with children (13.5%), reflecting the area's young professional demographic. As a universal pre-K site, the center is designed to be accessible to all eligible families in the district.

NeighborhoodClinton Hill

Clinton Hill is a desirable Brooklyn neighborhood with excellent subway access (88th percentile transit score), tree-lined streets, and access to Fort Greene Park. Safety scores are moderate (35th percentile), with typical urban considerations for a busy corridor. The area has a strong education orientation (83rd percentile), reflecting the demographics of residents who prioritize schools. Median home values exceed $1.1 million, indicating a high-cost housing market.

The center is located on a major Fulton Street transit corridor with multiple subway lines nearby, making it highly accessible by subway and bus. Street parking can be challenging during peak hours.

Survey Results

Teacher Perspective
Instruction
95%
Principal Trust
89%
Collegial Trust
85%

NYC School Survey (2025)

Frequently Asked Questions
Is Young Minds Day Care Center a good school?
Published quality ratings aren't available for Young Minds Day Care Center yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 3-K to Pre-K in Clinton Hill.
What grades does Young Minds Day Care Center serve?
Young Minds Day Care Center serves grades 3-K to Pre-K.
How do students get into Young Minds Day Care Center?
Young Minds Day Care Center admits through the NYC 3-K and Pre-K application.
Is Young Minds Day Care Center public, charter, or private?
Young Minds Day Care Center is a public school.
What neighborhood is Young Minds Day Care Center in?
Young Minds Day Care Center is in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn.
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