Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center (2025-26 Profile)

71 Lincoln Place
Brooklyn, NY 11217

The Park Slope North Child Development Center (Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center) has been serving families since 1974.

The program provides early education for children from ages 2 to 4.

We believe children learn best when they are taught by qualified teachers in a welcoming and challenging learning environment.

We use a play-based curriculum wherein children can learn through hands-on activities which give them opportunities to develop many skills.

Meals are prepared in our on-site kitchen. We have two on-site playgrounds and a children's garden.

We have a very diverse population of families-- both socio-economically diverse as well as culturally diverse.

This gives families and children opportunities to interact with people from many different backgrounds and lends a richness to our learning community.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 134 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1974

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

134 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 40%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

One-half of the students' families qualify for subsidized tuition through ACS (Administration of Children's Services, NYC) The other students are private-tuition students.

Admissions Director

Deanna Butler

Admissions Associate

Ms. Warner

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

To learn more about our school, please contact us at 718-638-4100 to schedule a tour. Small group tours are usually offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center often compared to?

Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center is often viewed alongside schools like The Dillon Child Study Center by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center?

The application deadline for Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center located?

Helen Owen Carey Child Development Center is located in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other private schools located in Park Slope.

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