Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Early Childhood Education in New Windsor
Windsor Academy Educational Campus in New Windsor, New York, is dedicated to creating a secure and nurturing environment where children develop essential developmental skills and build positive self-concepts. Our programs emphasize safe exploration, risk-taking, and learning from mistakes in academic and social contexts, supported by a positive behavior approach that fosters lifelong interpersonal skills. With a focus on collaboration and communication, we ensure families feel confident in our care, offering tailored transitions for children moving between age groups or into elementary school.Our thematic, child-centered curriculum promotes learning through play, differentiated by children's abilities and interests, while our experienced staff supports multiple intelligences and holistic growth. As a fully licensed childcare center under the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, we maintain low teacher-to-child ratios to provide individualized care, serving as both an educational institution and community resource for over two decades.
Services
Infant Program
Toddler Program
Preschool
Pre-Kindergarten
Summer Camp
Extended Day
Academic Calendar
Parent Resources
Community Partnerships
Educator Training
Highlights and features
- We offer a thematic curriculum promoting learning through play and individualized exploration.
- Our staff maintains low teacher-to-child ratios for personalized developmental support.
- Licensed educators with decades of combined experience lead every classroom.
- Community partnerships provide extended learning opportunities and resource sharing.
- We operate year-round with summer programs and no public school vacation closures.
Associations and certifications
- New York State Office of Children and Family Services
What people say
Safe and cared for
Engaging curriculum
Supportive staff
Experienced teachers
Child's confidence
Services
Infant Program
Our Infant Program supports children aged 6 weeks to 18 months through sensory-rich environments and individualized care plans. Experienced staff provide nurturing attention to feeding, sleeping, and developmental milestones while maintaining strong home-to-school communication. The program emphasizes early brain development through tummy time, music, and gentle interaction in a secure, loving environment.
Toddler Program
Designed for 18-month to 3-year-olds, this program balances curiosity-driven exploration with structured routines. Toddlers develop language skills, emotional awareness, and independence through age-appropriate toys, storytime, and outdoor activities. Staff support potty training readiness and social skill development while maintaining low teacher-to-child ratios for personalized attention.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-Kindergarten program prepares children for elementary school through play-based academic and social-emotional learning. Licensed educators implement individualized lesson plans focusing on math readiness, early literacy, and organizational skills. As the longest-operating Universal Pre-K site in the district, we combine 20 years of expertise with community partnerships for comprehensive child development.
Summer Camp
Available to enrolled students and public school children, our summer programs blend academic review with enrichment activities. Certified teachers lead curriculum incorporating art, music, theater, and physical education while maintaining regular infant through pre-K classes. Flexible scheduling accommodates family vacations and work commitments with extended day coverage available.
Extended Day
Public school students begin and end their days in our nurturing environment with supervised transportation to local schools. Morning programs offer relaxed peer interaction while afternoon Homework Club ensures completed assignments in a quiet setting. Post-homework activities include indoor/outdoor recreation, maintaining our electronics-free policy except for designated computer lab sessions.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children from 6 weeks old through school-age, offering infant, toddler, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and extended day programs.
Are you licensed educators?
Yes, our directors and teaching staff are licensed educators with decades of combined experience in early childhood development.
Do you operate year-round?
We maintain regular programming throughout the year with no closures during public school vacations.
What summer programs are available?
Our summer camp includes academic review, enrichment activities, and field trips for enrolled students and public school children.
How do you communicate with parents?
We prioritize open communication through daily updates, scheduled conferences, and immediate response to family concerns.
What makes Windsor Academy unique?
As one of few educator-owned preschools in Orange County, we combine personalized care with community partnerships and 20+ years of proven programming.
