Early Childhood

First
Foot Forward

First Foot Forward is dedicated to assisting children 2.5 to 5 years old with developmental needs. Our individualized curriculum allows children to reach their full potential in a warm, nurturing environment. Funded by New York City and New York State.

A woman with curly brown hair smiling and playing with a young boy in a colorful indoor play area. They are sitting on a green and yellow mat, engaging with a stacking toy. The background includes a blue wall decorated with white snowflakes and icicles, and various toys and play equipment.
A woman with brown hair in a ponytail, sitting on a blue chair, reading a children's book titled 'Touch and Feel Ponies' to a young girl with blonde hair and pigtails, in a colorful classroom decorated with butterflies and educational posters.
Certified Autism Center badge with blue and gray design, featuring CAC acronym, IBBCEES, and a yellow ribbon with the words 'Certified Autism Center'

Helping Children Thrive: Specialized Support Services

First Foot Forward specializes in helping children with:

  • Speech/Language Delays

  • Socialization Concerns

  • Developmental Delays

  • Poor Motor Skills

  • Sensory Needs

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

To receive services, children need to be evaluated at an approved evaluation site. Our team of certified professionals can evaluate your child at no cost to you. Program eligibility is recommended by the Department of Education’s Committee on Preschool Special Education and is based upon the individual needs of your child.

We have an open door policy and you are welcome at any time. We welcome children of all faiths and nationalities. All services (evaluations, transportation, tuition) are at no direct cost to parents.

Our organization has worked with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to be designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). Our staff has completed training and certification in best practices when assisting autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. By undergoing additional autism-specific training, the goal is for our team to be better equipped to provide better service and experiences to all. Click to learn more about what it means to be a Certified Autism Center™

Services Offered

Educational Programs

  • Individualized instruction in small center-based or integrated settings

  • Full day, 10 or 12 month options

Evaluations & Therapy Services

  • Evaluations

  • Related Services (therapy around preschool schedule)

  • Speech Therapy

  • Occupational Therapy

  • Physical Therapy

  • Counseling

Enrichment & Support

  • Weekly arts enrichment experiences

  • Parent support groups

  • Door-to-door transportation

  • Smart table technology

Meet the Team

Three Convenient Locations