DOE 3K

A Nurturing Start for Lifelong Learning

Why Choose Our DOE 3K Program?

World of Wonders offers both universal 3K and 4K through the NYC Department of Education. Our DOE 3K classrooms use The Creative Curriculum for Preschool—a research-based, play-centered approach that encourages children to explore and grow.

  • Hands-on Investigations
  • Early Literacy & Language Development
  • Mathematics and Alphabet Knowledge
  • Creative Arts & Play-Based Learning
  • Social Interaction & Problem Solving

Our certified teachers promote curiosity, collaboration, and confidence every day, giving your child a strong foundation for school and life.

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DOE 3K Program

Explore. Play. Learn. The DOE 3K Way

Our 3K classrooms at World of Wonders use The Creative Curriculum for Preschool, a research-based, play-centered approach that helps children become confident, creative, and caring learners. Through hands-on investigations and structured play, students build strong foundations in language, literacy, math, and social development.

Play-Based Learning

Children engage in meaningful play that builds literacy, early math skills, and a love for learning.

Hands-On Projects

Our curriculum uses investigations to help children explore real-world topics through guided discovery.

Social Interaction

Children learn to cooperate, express themselves, and build relationships through structured group play.

Certified Teachers

Our educators are trained in early childhood development and foster a classroom culture of kindness and curiosity.

Private Pre-K 3 Option

If your child doesn't receive a DOE seat, we offer a private Pre-K 3 class using the same Creative Curriculum.

DOE Application Process

Apply at myschools.nyc. Applications usually open in January. Siblings and current families receive priority.

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Our Programs

Designed to Inspire Learning and Growth

12-Month-Old Program

Focuses on free play, exploration, structured interactions, and a developmentally appropriate curriculum with a low staff-to-child ratio. Daily activities include outdoor and indoor playtime, sensory and art activities, and early literacy development through themed curricula.

Individual Attention Flexible Hours
2-Year-Old Program

Provides an enriched learning experience with arts and crafts, motor activities, and sensory experiences. The program emphasizes vocabulary development, social interactions, independence, and age-appropriate milestones.

Small Class Size Flexible Hours
DOE 3K (Universal 3K Program)

Follows The Creative Curriculum for Preschool, focusing on play-based, hands-on investigations that foster language, literacy, mathematics, and social skills. Applications are available through myschools.nyc.

Small Class Size DOE Program
DOE 4K (Universal Pre-K Program)

Uses The Creative Curriculum for Preschool, supporting early math, literacy, and creative arts development through play-based learning. Applications via myschools.nyc.

Small Class Size DOE Program
Private Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4

Available for students not enrolled in DOE programs. Follows The Creative Curriculum for Preschool, with a focus on early math, literacy, and social development. Contact us for enrollment details.

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Summer Camp

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