United Preschool Center (UPC), located at 456 North Street in White Plains, offers an integrated learning experience for children with and without disabilities, between the ages of 2.9 to 5 years. Within a safe, friendly and nurturing environment, children grow together through our integrated programs with activities designed to meet each child’s intellectual, physical and social needs.

Our programs offers music, yoga, arts and crafts, outside action and more! Our preschool program promotes a learning environment where all students are welcome, safe, and valued, and provided with appropriate support to participate alongside their peers.

Teachers and staff ensure that children reach their full potential by embracing diversity among all learners, providing flexible learning and assessments, laying the foundation for education equity in all aspects of students’ lives.

Curriculum

PreK On My Way

PreK On My Way provides access to a collection of authentic, culturally relevant books, in addition to fun and engaging songs and games that foster critical thinking and reasoning. Throughout each lesson, mascots Scout the Squirrel, Pablo the Parrot, and Lala the Lizard guide children on their learning journeys as they build skills across content areas: language, literacy, math, science, fine arts, physical development, social studies and technology.

High-quality literature

Children learn through a rich selection of more than 350 print and digital books featuring exciting, interactive stories that have been transadapted between English and Spanish. These stories reflect children’s own lives and experiences, while introducing them to new worlds of discovery.

Hands-on learning

With a gradual release approach, children take an active role in their own learning through hands-on small group activities and purposeful play in independent centers. All learning is connected to the week’s concept question, creating an immersive learning experience each week.

Family engagement
Through the digital Family Exchange portal, available via smartphone, tablet, or computer, caregivers gain access to original bilingual activities including play ideas, songs, and writing or question prompts that create a two-way learning exchange between school and home.

Teacher support
Best practices for responsive teaching, classroom management, and meaningful family engagement are embedded throughout the program; resources include a Teacher Hub with customizable lesson planning, an implementation guide, teaching guides, read-aloud cards, and activity cards.

Sample Schedule

8:30 – Morning Meeting / Tabletop Toys
9:30 – Breakfast / Book Challenge
10:00 – Learning Experience 1
11:00 – Outside Playground
11:30 – Learning Experience 2
12:00 – Lunch
12:30 – Quiet Time / Nap Time
1:00 – Outside Playground
1:30- Learning Experience 3
2:00 – Snack
2:30 – Dismissal

Community Collaboration

White Plains Public Library
White Plains Police Department
White Plains Fire Department
Westmoreland Animal Sanctuary

Schoolwide Events

Sports Jersey Day
Silly Sock Day
Thanksgiving Celebrations
Pajama Day
Autism Acceptance Activities
Halloween Parade
International Day

Monthly Parent Workshops

Topics Include:
UPK/Kindergarten Transition Meetings
OT: Development of Hand Function with Fine Motor Activities
PT: Gross Motor Activities that Promote Balance and Coordination
Speech: Engaging with your Child During Play
Making Learning Fun During the Summer

And so much more!

United Preschool Center has three programs under one roof!

1. Special Education Program

Students with special needs are referred to United Preschool Center from their local committee on preschool special education. These students will have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) indicating classroom and related services.
Program hours are 9:00am – 2:30pm

Related Services Include
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Psychological Counseling

2. White Plains UPK

In collaboration with the White Plains City School District a Universal Pre-Kindergarten program is offered in our two integrated (SCIS) classrooms.
Program hours are 8:30am – 2:30pm – Extended Hours available.

3. Daycare

Children between the ages of 2.9 to 5 years old may attend program for a monthly fee in one of our two integrated (SCIS) classrooms.
Program hours are 8:00am – 4:00pm

Meal Program

United Preschool Center offers a meal program through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). We provide breakfast, lunch and snack at no cost to families. Meals are delivered daily from our food vendor. We are a peanut and nut free school. If your child has any food allergies, please let the school know.