Downing Street Preschool
Daycare center in Manhattan, NY. 32 Carmine Street, Manhattan, NY 10014
About the program
Downing Street Preschool is a licensed daycare center in Manhattan, New York. It is licensed for 15 children and serves preschool ages.
Downing Street Preschool is a non-profit cooperative preschool for children aged two to four located in New York City.
The program follows a co-op approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Downing Street Preschool does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,500 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →New York publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.
What parents say
We LOVE Downing Street! Since it's a parent-run coop, I've been able to meet so many parents - it's more than just a "hi" at drop off. The teachers are amazing, the space is so cute, and getting to know the other children who go to school with my daughter is amazing. If you want to be involved with your kids' school, this is the place to go! (Also, because it's a coop, the tuition is much more reasonable.)
Kate Siegel · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoWe are so happy we found Downing Street - the moment we walked in the door and saw the classroom (charming, cozy, perfect) and met Nancy (the most empathetic, kindest teacher you can imagine) we knew we found the ideal place to start our son's school journey. He loves going, we love taking him, and we love the opportunity to build a community with other Downing Street families through the work of the co-op, doing…
Logan Sachon · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoAn amazing gem. This school is pure community and reflects the spirit of a true preschool with emphasis on play as a child’s work and deep understanding of children’s development on the part of both teachers, who are not just gifted and empathic educators but overall beautiful souls. I couldn’t be more grateful that my toddler got his start with school at Downing Street playgroup. It not only promoted his general…
Emily Burns · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoWe love Downing Street. This is our second year at the school. The teachers are incredible - they know my daughter so well and are so experienced with handling all the different personalities in the classroom. It is a parent-run school and each family is an integral part of the community. And your voice can really make a difference.
Hon Yu Chan · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
32 Carmine Street, Manhattan, NY 10014
Questions about Downing Street Preschool
Is Downing Street Preschool licensed?
Yes. Downing Street Preschool holds an active NYC Preschool (GCC) licence from New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services (licence 6705), with a licensed capacity of 15 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
What ages does Downing Street Preschool take?
Downing Street Preschool is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Downing Street Preschool cost?
Downing Street Preschool does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
