Exceptional Childcare at Our Midtown West 8th Ave Location
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21 Years of Care — And Every Safeguard Behind It
A Camera in Every Classroom
There is a security camera in every classroom — not just entryways or hallways.
No Adult Is Ever Alone With a Child
Our teachers work in teams. No adult is ever isolated with the children, and our staff support and monitor one another.
Locked Doors, Verified Entry
All exterior doors are locked at all times. Entry is by secure keypad or front-desk verification. Anyone who is not an enrolled parent or staff member must present government-issued ID and be cross-checked against your approved visitor list.
DOH & DOE Oversight
The Department of Health and the Department of Education conduct periodic checks, and our directors run regular unannounced classroom audits.
Every Child Accounted For
A daily sign-in sheet, a daily transition log, and head counts throughout the day — so we always know who is with your child.
Open-Door Policy
We don't keep restricted visiting hours. You're welcome to visit during any working hour — we simply ask that you schedule a time or let us know in advance, the same reason our doors stay locked.
Services Offered at Our New York Location
Infants
Loving, attentive care in a cozy, secure environment.
Toddlers
Sensory play, motor skills development, and structured routines.
Preschool
Kindergarten readiness with a mix of academics and play.
Pre-K
Enrichment, literacy, STEM activities, and independence building.
After School Enrichment Program Available
We understand that school days end before the workday does — that’s why we make after-school care easy for busy families. In partnership with Star America Kids – Midtown West, your child can enjoy an exciting, educational environment every weekday afternoon.
- Safe, secure, and licensed environment
- Homework support & quiet reading time
- Music, dance, arts, and STEM activities
- Mandarin language and cultural exploration
- Engaging staff focused on growth & fun
A Safe, Stimulating Learning Space in the Heart of NYC
- Full-time and part-time options
- Experienced and caring staff
- Age-appropriate programs
- Safe and clean facility
- Daily reports and parent communication
Bright from the Start
Care and Trust
Preparing for Life
What Makes Star America Kids Different?
- Low child-to-teacher ratio
- Family-style care with professional standards
- Multilingual environment
- Healthy snacks and meals
- Regular updates via parent communication app
Visit Our 8th Ave Location in Midtown West
Got an ACS or HRA Voucher? Use It at Star America Kids!
Your ACS or HRA Child Care Voucher can cover 100% of your childcare costs at Star America Kids — no out-of-pocket expenses required.
Join our 20-year legacy of trusted childcare in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, where eligible NYC families enjoy completely FREE, high-quality care for their little ones.
What Your Voucher Covers
- FREE childcare from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- 12 months a year — including DOE Winter, Spring & Summer Break
- All DOE Religious Holidays included
- Trilingual care: English, Spanish & Mandarin
- Located at 780 8th Ave, steps from Times Square & Port Authority
Who Qualifies?
- ACS assistance recipients
- HRA Child Care Voucher holders
- NYC Promise eligible families
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The Questions That Actually Matter
Yes. We operate an open-door policy for enrolled parents — we don’t keep restricted visiting hours, and you’re welcome to visit during any working hour. We simply ask that you schedule a time or let us know in advance. That’s for the same reason our doors stay locked and every visitor is checked against an approved list: the only people who come through are people we’ve confirmed belong here.
Yes — a security camera in every classroom, not only in entryways or hallways.
No. Our teachers work in teams, so no adult is ever isolated with the children, and staff support and monitor one another. Our directors also conduct regular unannounced audits of every classroom.
We keep a daily sign-in sheet, a daily transition log each time a child moves between rooms or staff, and head counts throughout the day.
Every staff member undergoes background checks and fingerprinting to New York State requirements, along with rigorous reference checks, before working with children. Screening is continuous, and background checks are renewed annually — not just at the time of hire.
All staff receive mandatory, ongoing training in pediatric CPR and First Aid, safe sleep practices, child abuse recognition and prevention, and positive behavioral redirection.
The NYC Department of Health and the Department of Education conduct periodic checks. In addition, our directors carry out regular unannounced classroom audits.
All exterior doors are locked at all times. Entry is by secure keypad for enrolled parents and staff, or by manual verification at the front desk. Anyone who is not a regular enrolled parent or staff member must present government-issued ID and be cross-checked against your approved visitor list. Our classrooms are also designed with high visibility to minimize blind spots.
We strictly adhere to — and frequently exceed — state-mandated teacher-to-child ratios, so every classroom is thoroughly monitored and no child is overlooked.
Through our secure parent app you receive daily logs covering meals, naps, and diaper changes or potty breaks, along with photos and short videos of your child. You can also message your child’s teaching team directly during business hours.
Yes — we’re a member of QUALITYstarsNY, New York’s early-childhood quality-rating system, and we’ve served Midtown families for over 21 years.