History

1944
Founded as a “play group”
for local children to enjoy learning among their peers
1974
Awarded an Absolute Charter
by the Board of Regents of the New York State Department of Education

1974
1986
Purchased our present 3,200-square-foot home
on Old Post Road in East Setauket, NY
1992
Licensed By NYS
Earned licensing by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services

1992
1994
Golden Anniversary
Celebrating 50 years of community and progress.
1997
Accreditation
Earned accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children

1997
2003
Construction Completed
Constructed our first dedicated outdoor area for nature study.
2006
Renovation Completed
Completed a “top-to-bottom” renovation of our building

2006
2011
Dedication Ceremony
Held a dedication ceremony for our beautiful new ½-acre Outdoor Classroom
2014
70 Years!
Celebrated our 70th Anniversary

2014

1944