Academics
Early Learning, Elementary School, and Other Programs
THE PHYL'S ACADEMIC PHILOSOPHY
A quality education nurtures creativity, knowledge, and character. We recognize each child’s unique abilities and celebrate their individuality and growth. We encourage exploration and problem-solving to develop independent thinkers, leaders, and confident members of society.
3-K & Pre-K For All
Discovering a love for learning
Our 3-K & Pre-K For All classes are free high quality early learning programs designed to foster growth in all developmental areas. These funded programs provide a fun, progressive, child centered curriculum to inspire young children to learn and soar. At Phyl’s Academy, we recognize our students’ natural curiosity and encourage their need to explore through:
-sensory play,
-storytelling,
-building projects,
-learning centers,
-children’s literature,
-early math and the arts!
They explore how sounds and letters work, and new vocabulary develops as they make connections between school activities and their greater world.
Please call our office at (718)469-9400 for further information. We’ll be happy to assist you!
Kindergarten & Grade 1
Building a Strong Foundation
Kindergarten and Grade 1 are a bridge from our early learning program to a purposely more formal academic experience.
Our Kindergarten and Grade 1 curriculum includes:
– Reading and Phonetic Awareness,
– Math Facts, Concepts & Computation
– Arts and Purposeful Play
– Social Emotional Learning
– Intro to Foreign Language
– STEAM
Grades 2 & 3
Defining Excellence
In Grades 2 & 3, students are encouraged to find their own voices and opinions, we teach them that learning is beyond the moment and a valuable pursuit of its own. Curriculum and club choices expand to include:
– Reading Comprehension and Critical Thinking
– Mathematical Thinking and Problem Solving
– Project Based Learning
– Foreign Language
– Coding & Robotics, and Maker Spaces
– Physical Education
– Studio Art
Grades 4 & 5
Advancing Abstract Thought and Skill Mastery
We know that excellence is a path that students must choose to pursue. In Grades 4 & 5 students are encouraged to explore advanced mathematical thinking, critical thinking, scientific experimentation, and the exploration of cultures, history, politics and current events; resulting in students with advanced comprehension and writing on post high school levels. We prepare our students for a higher education by ensuring:
-They can demonstrate their understanding of genre, character analysis, voice and perspective.
-They can support their opinions with researched facts and make connections between texts and their own writing.
-They can work cooperatively with their peers, and notice the connections between seemingly abstract subjects and the world at large.
As intellects grow, ideas become more sophisticated and students more pointedly observe and question life. At Phyl’s Academy, students develop the ability to think independently, to solve problems, and the confidence to utilize these skills in life.
Extended Day Programs
Early Bird: The Early Bird Program allows students to come to school earlier than their scheduled school day classes. Children can and enjoy both individual and shared group activities. Early learning students are supervised in age level groups and participate in:
-storytelling,
-puzzles and crafts
-hands on activities.
After Care: The afternoon begins with a healthy snack and homework. Teachers assist students with assignments as needed. After completing their homework, students can participate in various, recreational activities or pursue individual interests.
Enrichment
Our Enrichment programs help students find their interests and talents, build self-assurance, autonomy and a sense of innovation.
Summer Camp
Registration for our Summer 2026 programs for students 3 – 10 years old will be available soon!
Our YOUNG EXPLORERS PROGRAM for children ages 3 to 6 is fun-filled, with daily academic enrichment and hands-on STEAM-based activities. Children enjoy cooking, math games, arts and crafts, and engineering projects. Young Explorers develop their creativity through Reggio Emilia-inspired loose parts and maker space activities. They enjoy daily music and movement in our gym. Explorers have lots of opportunities for physical activity on our playground and enjoy sprinkler days and tricycle rides. They make new friends and build social skills while participating in exciting events!
Our ADVENTURERS PROGRAM is for students ages 7 to 10. During the morning, our adventurers reinforce their math and literacy skills to prevent summer learning loss, keeping them well prepared for the Fall semester. Research shows that students who engage in summer learning improve their skills and stay motivated for the new school year.
Choose a Half-Day Academic Morning or the Full-Day program.
Our Full-Day program includes Adventurer Afternoons filled with STEAM activities like exciting science experiments, art, crafts, engineering, and technology projects. Creativity blossoms in our maker space studio, and children experience music, dance, and sports skills in our gym and outdoor spaces. With cooking projects, movie days, and much more, there are many joyful opportunities to socialize, learn new things, and explore.
Join us for a summer of fun-filled learning. Choose the weeks you’ll attend or opt for our three-week sessions. Either way, a great summer awaits you!
Or call 718-469-9400 for assistance with registration.
ART STUDIO
Our young students collaborate with professional artists as they explore a wide range of media and artistic styles. Through this journey, their view of the world expands, fostering connections to diverse cultures and histories. As they create, their self-expression flourishes, and their confidence soars!
STEAM LAB
Our project-based methodology effectively promotes teamwork and learning, facilitating constructive interactions among students. Through practical hands-on exercises and tasks, we enhance creativity, build self-confidence, and develop critical thinking skills, equipping children to tackle challenges with innovative solutions.
Dance
Dance is an integral part of the Phyl’s Enrichment and Physical Education programs. In our partnership with the Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet Dance Theater of Brooklyn (JGCO) students gain the focus to test their personal boundaries stretching beyond what comes easy. Dance not only awakens students understanding of themselves, but opens up their awareness of cultural diversity highlighting the importance of all people. Through dance our students learn teamwork while gaining concentration and freedom of self-expression.
Students can engage in more intense dance training with JGCO as an after-school enrichment program (additional fees apply)
Clubs
In Clubs, Phyl’s staff members share their talents with students introducing them to a variety of interesting experiences. Students switch Clubs every 2 months opening up new opportunities for them to discover diverse interests & talents.
Some of the clubs we offer are:
- Art & Crafts
- Cartooning
- Chorus
- Coding & Robotics
- Drama
- Homecrafts
- Maker Space
- Music
- STEAM
- Zumba
Tutoring
At Phyl’s Academy, in our 46 years of service we have consistently helped students succeed in standardized tests like the ELA, gifted middle school entrance exams and the ISEE for entry into private, independent schools. Annually, we successfully facilitate students with placements in highly competitive programs like Prep for Prep and A Better Chance. Our tutoring program now extends these opportunities to students within and outside our school community through both on premises and virtual tutoring sessions. For applying students, Grades 1-5, we ask families to please complete an online inquiry form to start the process. We look forward to connecting with you.