Brooklyn School of Excellence Early Excellence
About BSE Early Excellence Academy
Helping young learners thrive in a safe, inspiring classroom that feels like home.
At BSE Early Excellence Academy, we believe a child’s early years set the tone for lifelong learning. Our Brooklyn‑based academy of early education offers a warm, nurturing environment where children ages two to five learn, play, and grow through discovery and creativity.
We combine structure and spontaneity to help children build confidence, independence, social skills, and early academic foundations at a natural and encouraging pace.
About Us
Building Strong Foundations Through Early Childhood Education
Early childhood education should go beyond childcare. Children deserve a safe and nurturing environment with structure, encouragement, and experiences that spark growth in every area of development.
Our Brooklyn early childhood education program combines hands-on activities with purposeful lessons that support steady, joyful learning.
Building Strong Foundations Through Early Childhood Education
In our classrooms, kids strengthen their language and communication skills while building early math and school readiness through interactive lessons, storytelling, group activities, and hands-on learning experiences.
Helping Children Grow Into Confident, Independent Learners
Classrooms Filled With Creativity and Connection
Our classrooms are bright, engaging spaces where creativity meets learning. Through small group instruction, interactive play, and individualized support, children feel encouraged to participate and explore new ideas.
Creating a Lifelong Love for Learning
When children graduate from our program, they leave with curiosity fueled by a positive connection with learning that continues well beyond preschool.
Our Mission and Vision for Early Learning
Our Mission
Our Mission
We believe early childhood education should prepare children for far more than their next classroom. We want children to become confident learners, thoughtful classmates, and curious thinkers.
Our Play-Based Learning Approach for Early Childhood Education
Learning Through Movement and Hands-On Discovery
Turning Playtime Into Meaningful Educational Experiences
Creating Safe, Supportive Classrooms
At the core, we create classrooms where children feel comfortable asking questions, trying new things, and continuing to grow. We celebrate progress and encourage participation in age-appropriate challenges to prepare children for future learning experiences.
How Play-Based Learning Supports Preschool Development
Young children learn best when they are actively involved in what they are doing. Our daycare with play-based learning blends instruction with hands-on exploration, creative activities, and engaging classroom experiences.
Throughout the day, children are encouraged to ask questions, communicate with others, and solve problems through supervised interaction and purposeful play.
Our play-based preschool environment encourages curiosity and helps children develop a positive connection with learning from an early age. Rather than simply keep children occupied, we help them become more confident in classroom and social settings with each new experience.
15+ Years
Educational Experience
Low Ratio
Student-to-Teacher Support
Certified Curriculum
With Enhanced Play-Based Learning
Half-day and full-day programs available
Meet Our Early Childhood Educators
Nicky Yakhyaeva
The heart of BSE Early Excellence Academy lies with our incredible teachers. Each educator brings passion, expertise, and a deep love for helping children flourish. We know that every child learns differently, and they meet them where they are, every single day.
Kristina Shutova
Margarita Kotlyarsky
Margarita Kotlyarsky has been passionate about teaching since her own early Montessori days. Her background includes preschool teaching, tutoring, special education experience, and work as a children’s therapy intern. She holds a BA in Psychology with a minor in Math from Southern New Hampshire University and brings three years of classroom experience in elementary education. As a certified yoga instructor, she also incorporates mindfulness and movement into her teaching whenever possible.
Natalia Kovalevskaya
Victoria Maslov
Why Families Choose Our Brooklyn Early Learning Academy
Our approach to early childhood education in Brooklyn helps children feel ready to learn inside a supportive academy designed for early education.
Small Class Sizes
Your child is not just another name on a roster. Our smaller classrooms allow teachers to deeply understand each child’s personality, strengths, and needs to create deeper bonds and meaningful daily progress.
Structured Play-Based Curriculum
H3: Structured Play-Based Curriculum We balance guided academics, creative exploration, social development, and learning activities that help children stay engaged throughout the day.
Experienced Early Childhood Educators
Our experienced teachers bring warmth, patience, and professionalism into every classroom, and we encourage children and celebrate each milestone along the way.
Individualized Attention
Every child develops at a different pace. We meet children where they are and gently guide them forward with steady encouragement and support.
A Safe Place to Learn and Belong
Families trust us because their children feel secure, welcomed, and understood from the moment they walk through our doors.
Open Communication With Parents
We believe parents should feel connected to their child’s day. Clear communication and strong partnerships help us support each child together.
Preparing Children for What Comes Next
Our focus on school readiness helps children transition into kindergarten with stronger independence, classroom habits, and early academic skills.
Testimonial
What Parents Are Saying
We noticed a difference in our child very quickly. The communication, confidence, and overall learning really improved. This feels like a real learning environment, not just a place to watch children.
Michele
Our kid wants to be in the school and never wants to leave, and that says everything. The teachers are warm, attentive, and genuinely care. We’ve seen so much growth in her already.
Joshua
We were looking for a place that offered more than daycare, and BSE has been exactly that. The structure, attention, and educational focus have made a big impact on our son.
Maria Garcia
Faq's
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Early Learning Academy
Play-based learning means children learn through guided activities that feel natural and fun. Teachers use hands-on play, stories, movement, and group projects to build early literacy, math readiness, communication, and social skills without forcing “sit-still” learning.
We prepare children for kindergarten by establishing classroom habits, communication skills, listening abilities, and early academic foundations. Through planned routines and instruction, children gain confidence participating in group settings and develop the independence needed for future school success.
Our daycare with play-based learning focuses on real developmental progress, not just supervision. Small class sizes, experienced educators, and individualized attention create a balanced environment where children feel secure while creating academic readiness.
Yes, we offer full-day program options designed to support working families while providing children with consistent daily structure. Each day includes guided learning, play-based exploration, social development, and age-appropriate academic experiences in a safe environment.
We value strong parent partnerships. Teachers provide regular updates, classroom feedback, and open communication so families feel connected to their child’s growth. We encourage ongoing conversations to support each child’s development both at school and at home.