Vets Kids
We love Vets Kids. These teachers are part of our family — truly the backbone that allows us both to work. We love watching Julian develop through enriching activities and social experiences with his teachers and friends. I never worry when I drop him off. We trust you implicitly. Thank you for all that you do!
- Vets Kids Parent
Infants/Toddlers/Preschoolers
Full-time/Part-time rates are available.
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
423 East 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010
We serve families of federal employees, employees of the VA/New York Harbor Health Hospital, and the community.
Vets Kids Highlights
- Located in the secure grounds of the VA/New York Harbor Health Care System
- Four child-centered and age-appropriate classrooms
- State-of-the-art playground
- Classes with local musicians, yoga instructors, and sports coaches
- Educational visits from hospital employees and support staff
- Parades and performances in collaboration with the hospital/veteran community
- Parent Advisory Board
Where We Go Outside
East River Marina
Aser Levy Playground
Partnership with Aser Levy Rec Center
Local farmers markets
Local firehouses
School Leadership
Marina Gutierrez
Director Masters Degree in Early Childhood Educations; Bachelor's Degree in Speech Pathology and Elementary; Professional Certification Birth through Second grade
Approaching working with a diverse population with authenticity, being willing to learn and grow every day, and taking the time to find joy in the simple moments.
Jessica Cha
Associate Director Masters Degrees in Early Childhood Special Education; Masters Degree in School Building Leadership; Certified in the Environmental Rating Scales (FCCERS, ITERS, ECERS) in New York and New Jersey, as well as Teachstone’s CLASS Toddler Assessment Tool.
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.
Kayleen Carrillo-Velez
Assistant Director Bachelor's in Childhood Education, pursuing a Master's in Early Childhood and Special Education.
The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery,
Rates
Vets Hospital Staff/Federal Employees
Infant:
Toddler:
Pre-K:
NYC DOE 3K:
NYC DOE 4K:
Community
Infant:
Toddler:
Pre-K:
NYC DOE 3K:
NYC DOE 4K:
For more information on our part-time rates, please contact our center at (212) 951-3435 /5408 or [email protected].
Accreditation & Licensing Information
Imagine Vets Kids is licensed by the NYC DOHMH/Bureau of Child Care and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
This center offers New York City Department of Education sponsored 3k and 4k pre-k programs.
Contact Us or Visit the Center
We believe it is essential that you come into the schools to get a true feel for the Imagine ethos and community. We require families to join a tour (we can accommodate virtual tours for those not able to attend in person) before being added to our waitlist.
