310 Starin Avenue Buffalo, New York 14216

north park community preschool

A Nurturing Community Where Kids Grow in Their Love of Learning

Apply for the 2026-2027 School Year

Come discover a warm educational environment nestled in North Buffalo.

North Park Community Preschool

About Us

For over 29 years, North Park Community Preschool has been developed as a community service to families in the North Buffalo area. The Preschool provides a quality educational program for young children ages 2-5 years, enhancing their growth and development academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our goal is to create a fun, safe, nurturing environment where children will grow to love learning in an educational setting that will prepare them for success as they grow.

Programs

2 YEAR OLD CLASS

This class is designed to be a positive, nurturing first classroom experience with activities that include: crafts, fine and gross motor exercises, story-time, gym, and free play.

3 YEAR OLD CLASS

This program is designed to develop social and cognitive skills through learning centers and themed activities. The curriculum for this pivotal year is designed to promote positive social interactions.

4 YEAR OLD CLASS

Our 4 year old program is designed to help our growing preschoolers prepare for success in kindergarten and beyond. Curriculum is designed to begin reading readiness through class instruction, learning centers, and themed activities.

Before and After School Program

We run a Before and After School Program in conjunction with Buffalo Public School #50- North Park Community School. Our program is available from 7 am until the start of school and from pick-up at school until 6 pm. Our caring, responsible staff will pick up your child from North Park Community School and walk to them to 310 Starin Avenue where the Preschool and Before and After School Program is located. The cost is $10 per hour per child. Contact Alicia Stradley at [email protected] for an application or more information.

A Typical Day

Children attending our preschool participate in the following activities on a regular basis:

  • Free play
  • Circle Time
  • Creative Stations
  • Nutritious Snack
  • Activity time in our Gym
  • Story Time
  • Music/Creative Movement
  • Art Projects
  • Sensory Activities

Curriculum

Your child will be introduced to many areas of learning while attending our Preschool, including, but not limited to, the following:

  • Colors and Shapes
  • Letters and Numbers
  • Seasons and Holidays
  • Plants and Animals
  • Community Helpers
  • Transportation
  • Health and Nutrition
  • Home and Family

Our Preschool offers a rich and varied program which includes Creative Movement, Dramatic Play, Discovery Centers, and Field Trips. Our classrooms incorporate learning centers which are designed for young children. We are happy to have parents and grandparents join us and assist in our classroom environments as well.

Schedule

Monday thru Friday 9:00-11:30AM

The Preschool program runs from September through June and follows the Buffalo Public School’s calendar for holidays and cancellations.

OUR STAFF

Our teachers and teachers’ aides are trained and experienced professionals. All employees have undergone a criminal background check to ensure the safety of our children.

Program Costs

Registration Fee

Upon registration, there is a non-refundable fee of $50 per child.

Tuition

2 days/week – $260 per month
3 days/week – $320 per month
4 days/week – $375 per month
5 days/week – $425 per month

Questions?

or call: 716-427-3309