About us

Who we are

Sunshine Learning Center is a nurturing early childhood community where children are supported, challenged, and celebrated every day. We believe strong foundations are built through a balance of warmth, structure, and meaningful learning experiences. By partnering closely with families, we help each child grow with confidence and prepare for a successful transition into the schools and environments where they will thrive.

The Sunshine Story.

Our journey began with a single, privately owned center on Coney Island, where we set out to create an environment that nurtured growth and ignited a passion for lifelong learning. Our dedicated teachers embodied our mission, crafting curricula that went beyond instruction to inspire our young learners.

The impact was noticeable. We saw overjoyed children and satisfied parents, reinforcing our belief that countless families are in search of a growth-focused learning environment.

Since those early days, we have proudly expanded to eight centers across three boroughs, welcoming thousands of delighted little learners into our ever-growing family.
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Beyond
graduation.

At Sunshine Learning Center, we don’t just prepare children—we help place them. Our team partners with families throughout the admissions process to ensure each child is matched with the right school. Because the right environment makes all the difference.

Find your center

With eight state-of-the-art centers around New York City, your child can receive quality education close to home.
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We
believe in

Community

By connecting staff, families, and children, we create an environment of warmth and unity that you’ll be a part of long after your

Collaboration

By joining forces with parents, communicating about each child’s achievements and development allowing everyone to stay aligned and supported.

Creativity

Our teachers think outside the box to solve challenges, partner with parents, and develop engaging lesson plans that inspire and stimulate learning.

Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education, emphasizing academic, emotional, and
physical achievements.

Meet the Sunshine
Learning Center team.

Yossi Tress
CEO           
Yolanda Diaz
Executive Director     
Dr. Spence
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Ashley Diaz
Administrative Team Lead
Gina Sourelos
91st Educational Director     
Tracee Black
91st Administrative Director
Ashley Corriette
Lexington Educational Director     
Joan Natal
Lexington Administrative Director
Alexandra Rene-Fedna
5th Ave Educational Director     
Jill Meints
5th Ave Administrative Director     
Jessica Batista
3rd Ave Administrative Director     
Dr. Breahna Watkins-Cole
Morris Ave Educational Director
Kiara Emanuel
Mott Haven Educational Director    
Kayleigh LaMaina
Mott Haven Administrative Director
Latisha Linton
Jackson Ave Educational Director    
Tavia Millan
Jackson Ave Administrative Director    
Ashley Negron
Jackson Ave Administrator
Abigail Mercado
Coney Island Educational Director
Lourdy Mondesir
Coney Island Administrative Director
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