Shostakovich School logo SHOSTAKOVICH School of Music · Art · Dance

Early Childhood · 1 yr 10 mo – 5 yrs

Day Care & Pre‑School

Free 3-K and Pre-K for All, bilingual education and a day enriched with music, dance and art. Open year-round, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, at Avenue X and Bath Avenue.

Schedule a Visit Call (917) 991-0658
Ages
1 yr 10 mo – 5 yrs
Hours
7:30 AM – 6:00 PMOpen year-round
Tuition
Free 3-K & Pre-KNYC 3-K and Pre-K for All
Locations
297 Avenue X1938 Bath Avenue
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & snack

What we offer

A licensed early-childhood program where every day includes the arts that our school is known for.

  • Free 3-K for All (NYC Public Schools)
  • Free Pre-K for All (NYC Public Schools)
  • A program enriched by music, dance and art classes
  • Bilingual education
  • A healthy breakfast, lunch and snack
  • After School Program
  • Winter, Spring and Summer Break Camp

Our school and Day Care program are licensed by the New York State Department of Education.

Why families choose us

Peace of mind for parents, and a joyful day for children.

Open year-round

7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with break camps when public schools are out.

On-site fenced playground

Safe outdoor play, right at the school.

Parent–teacher communication

A modern parent–teacher communication system keeps families informed.

Modern security system

A modern security system helps keep every child safe.

How to enroll

Four simple steps to a place in our classrooms.

  1. Call or visit

    Call (917) 991-0658 or send a message to see a classroom at Avenue X or Bath Avenue.

  2. Apply for 3-K / Pre-K

    Apply through NYC Public Schools and list Shostakovich Music, Art and Sport School. We can help.

  3. Register with us

    Complete our registration form with your child’s details and health notes.

  4. First day

    We welcome your child and walk you through the daily routine.

Day Care teachers

With education and experience in early-childhood care.

DTDiana Trost

Diana Trost

Executive Director, Music School & Day Care

ANAlina Nudelman

Alina Nudelman

Certified Day Care Teacher

Fina Babin

Day Care Pre-School Teacher

Irina Tomin

Day Care Pre-School Teacher

Alona Zhelezko

Day Care Pre-School Teacher

OBOlena Bila

Olena Bila

Day Care Assistant Teacher

TVTamara Voinova

Tamara Voinova

Day Care Assistant Teacher

MBMaria Blobshteyn

Maria Blobshteyn

Day Care Cook

Meet all our faculty →

Two Day Care locations

Both open year-round, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM.

Gravesend297 Avenue X, Brooklyn, NY 11223Get directions
Bath Beach1938 Bath Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214Get directions

Frequently Asked Questions

What ages do you accept?

Children from 1 year 10 months to 5 years old.

Is 3-K and Pre-K really free?

Yes. We offer free 3-K for All and Pre-K for All through NYC Public Schools. Call us about options for children who are not in 3-K or Pre-K.

How do I apply for free 3-K or Pre-K?

Families apply through NYC Public Schools (the 3-K and Pre-K pages explain how). Our programs are listed under the school’s registered name, Shostakovich Music, Art and Sport School. Call us and we will help with the application and check seat availability.

What are your hours?

We are open year-round, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are meals included?

Yes: a healthy breakfast, lunch and snack.

What happens during school breaks?

We run Winter, Spring and Summer Break Camps and an After School Program.

Come and see a day with us

Schedule a visit, meet our teachers, and ask about free 3-K and Pre-K seats.

Schedule a Visit Call (917) 991-0658