Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street)
Daycare center in Manhattan, NY. 30 West 68th Street, Manhattan, NY 10023
About the program
Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) is a licensed daycare center in Manhattan, New York. It is licensed for 10 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
The Stephen Wise Free Synagogue Early Childhood Center is a Reggio-inspired, play-based preschool located on Manhattan's Upper West Side.
The program follows a Reggio Emilia, play-based and faith-based approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) 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
Stephen Wise ECC is a special place - for parents and students alike. The school really puts a premium on their students and in building a sense of community. The teachers and staff truly care about the children and are helpful and accessible. Our son still speaks of his first ever teachers (as as 2 year old!) with such love and great affection.
Megan Murphy Vlasto · 5/5 on Google · 7 years agoThe Stephen Wise ECC (Early Childhood Center) was a wonderful place for my 3 children. It is a nurturing and warm environment where the kids learn through play and exploration. The teachers provide daily logs of what the children are doing. The school prepared my children for Kindergarten. I also personally found wonderful parent friends and a great community. I definitely recommend the ECC to all parents.
Pam Unger · 5/5 on Google · 8 years agoOur daughter had 3 wonderful years there (ages 2s, 3s, & pre-K) and was very well prepared to start kindergarten this fall. As parents, we loved being part of the community of families and we have made many close friends. The school provides an incredible, nurturing environment in which our daughter learned and thrived. We are thrilled to introduce our 1 year old to their Seeds of Wonder program this year. As…
Jordan Wruble · 5/5 on Google · 7 years agoAs a young family, we have been so impressed with everything the ECC offers. It’s a wonderfully warm, welcoming and supportive community. Our children come home every day telling stories from the classroom, singing songs from music and showing off their art work from the art studio. We feel so lucky to be part of a special place.
Laurie Schneider · 5/5 on Google · 7 years agoGetting there
30 West 68th Street, Manhattan, NY 10023
Questions about Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street)
Is Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) licensed?
Yes. Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) holds an active NYC Infant Toddler (GCC) licence from New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services (licence 4899), with a licensed capacity of 10 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
What ages does Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) take?
Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) cost?
Early Childhood Center at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue (30 West 68th Street) does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
