Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Early Childhood Education
Founded in 1958, Miss Sue's Nursery School & Summer Fun has established itself as a family-run leader in early childhood education. Our dedicated team maintains a 5:1 student-teacher ratio, ensuring personalized attention and fostering a nurturing environment for ages 2-5. With 14 consecutive years as Long Island's Best Nursery School, we combine structured curricula with creative learning techniques to develop cognitive, social, and motor skills. Our state-of-the-art facilities at Driftwood Day Camp provide access to diverse activities while maintaining a safe, supervised environment. Our educators, selected for their expertise and passion, implement multi-modal teaching approaches that cater to individual learning styles.As an industry benchmark, we consistently exceed parental expectations through transparent communication and evidence-based educational practices. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through ongoing staff development and adherence to the highest safety standards. We take pride in preparing children for future academic success while cultivating a lifelong love of learning. This philosophy has earned us recognition as a trusted institution for foundational education on Long Island. Our legacy of excellence continues through innovative programming that adapts to evolving educational needs while maintaining core values of care and quality.
Services
Toddlers Program
Nursery Program
Pre-K Program
Summer Camp
Transportation Services
Safety Education
Parent Communication
Educational Development
Social Skills Training
Camp Activities
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- Family-run since 1958 with proven educational expertise
- Maintain a 5:1 student-teacher ratio for personalized attention
- Average class size of 10 students ensures focused learning
- Recognized as Best Nursery School on Long Island for 14 years
- Integrated within Driftwood Day Camp's award-winning facilities
What people say
Unparalleled care
Best run preschool
Impeccable experience
Exceeds expectations
Transformative learning
Services
Toddlers Program
Our Toddler Program (Age 2) provides foundational socialization and academic introduction through structured play and developmentally appropriate curriculum. With certified educators and small class sizes, we focus on motor skills, language development, and social interaction. The program prepares children for nursery school through consistent routines and engaging learning experiences.
Nursery Program
The Nursery Program (Age 3) builds cognitive and fine motor skills through project-based learning and educational activities. Our curriculum emphasizes individualized attention while preparing students for pre-k. Certified teachers implement multi-sensory approaches that accommodate different learning styles in a supportive classroom environment.
Pre-K Program
Our Pre-K Program (Age 4) combines academic advancement with social-emotional development through creative teaching methods. The curriculum focuses on literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking while nurturing self-expression and peer interaction. Students gain essential skills for future educational success in a confidence-building environment.
Summer Camp
The Summer Camp program offers age-appropriate activities within Driftwood Day Camp's facilities. Children participate in swimming, sports, and creative play while maintaining educational continuity. Supervised groups ensure safety and social development through structured recreational experiences and specialized instruction.
Parent Communication
We maintain ongoing parent communication through regular updates and progress reports. Our educators provide personalized feedback about child development and learning achievements. This collaborative approach ensures families remain informed about their child's educational journey and social growth throughout the program.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children aged 2-5 through our toddler, nursery, and pre-k programs, with summer camp options for ages 2-3.
What makes Miss Sues unique?
Our 5:1 student-teacher ratio, experienced educators, and integration with Driftwood Day Camp's facilities provide exceptional personalized attention and comprehensive development.
Are meals provided during the program?
Our program includes morning and afternoon snacks, with optional lunch arrangements available for full-day participants.
How do you communicate student progress?
We provide regular updates through parent-teacher conferences, written reports, and ongoing communication with classroom educators.
What safety measures are in place?
Our campus maintains strict security protocols, supervised activities, and certified staff trained in child safety and emergency procedures.
Can parents schedule facility tours?
Yes, we offer scheduled tours of our Melville campus to help families experience our learning environment firsthand.
