Welcome to
A. Fantis Preschool!

Top Preschool in Brooklyn Heights
Caring, dedicated teachers lead vibrant, joyful preschool classrooms. Child-centered education with play-based instruction, social-emotional growth, and daily outdoor play ensure preschoolers are kindergarten-ready. Two PreK for All classrooms make Fantis Preschool an exceptional value.
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Our Approach

Where love for learning begins

Great Teachers Make Great Preschools

A 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio allows teachers to truly know each child as an individual so they can best help them learn and grow.

Child-centered Education

We focus on the whole child with daily outdoor play, social-emotional learning, music and arts education in addition to a kindergarten-ready curriculum.

Inspired Learning

Play-based instruction guided by expert teachers in captivating learning environments helps students achieve their fullest potential.

Our Programs

Affordable, flexible options in Brooklyn Heights

Pre-K3 & UPK4

A. Fantis preschoolers become kindergarten-ready with play-based learning, social-emotional growth, and daily outdoor play. Tuition-free PreK for All classrooms make Fantis Preschool an exceptional value.

Dual Language Option

Second language exposure begins in Pre-K3. Fantis Preschool has two UPK4 options—traditional and dual language—so parents can choose to enhance their child’s fluency.

After-school Life

Extended care daily until 6:00 pm, camps during holiday breaks and summer provide nearly year-round enrichment for your child. Daily clubs include chess, gardening, soccer, and more.

The Pre-K Teacher

Our experienced teachers work collaboratively and engage in ongoing professional development to hone their craft. Preschool teachers:
  • Start with a foundation based on love
  • Fully understand each student as a unique individual
  • Support the growth and development of the whole child
  • Capture preschoolers natural curiosity and wonder with scaffolded questioning and language modeling
  • Purposefully design the classroom environment and curriculum to enhance learning

Sample Schedules

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Our Home

From rooftop playground to gymnasium, the school’s facilities and location help students thrive.

Rooftop playground

Sunlight, fresh air, and outdoor play are key for preschoolers growing up healthy and strong.

Gymnasium

Daily recess, physical education classes, and after-school clubs are important parts of preschool life.

Patio garden

The outdoor garden patio just off the preschool classrooms offers beautiful green space for gardening, science or just reading outside.

Vibrant Classrooms

Preschool classrooms spark joy, exploration, and wonder with inviting libraries, imaginative play centers, blocks, water & sand tables, and more.

Performance space

Preschoolers shine onstage with songs and dance in special performances all year.

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What Our Parents say
It is a great community because the teachers and staff deeply care for the children. I love the academic excellence, lots of fun activities, after-school clubs, and special events!
Parent '21
What Our Parents say
Our son loves going to school and the teachers and staff are all so warm, loving and caring.
Parent '29
What Our Parents say
Fantis preschool represents an excellent value for a child's education, particularly given the emphasis on foreign language and values.
Parent '24
What Our Parents say
My daughter has completely blossomed at A. Fantis. The teachers, staff, and parent community are phenomenal, and I love the emphasis on character and values.
Parent '32

Ready for Kindergarten

Getting ready for elementary school is more than simply reading, writing and mathematics. Being ready for kindergarten means preschoolers have learned key social-emotional skills, attained a level of autonomy, and can think creatively and solve problems. Most importantly, we want our graduates to enter kindergarten maintaining what is special about preschool—a sense of wonder, curiosity and passion for understanding the world around them.

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