about
The Reggio Emilia Montessori Center (REMC) is a learning community committed to supporting the development of young children. The center employs a whole child approach to ensure that each student is engaged and challenged in a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and kindness and respect for others.
We offer a Montessori and Reggio inspired school year program for children ages 2-5, and infant/toddler daycare for children 6 months-24 months old. We also provide playspaces open to families at an hourly rate, and space rentals for family and child events. Our school year programs are from September to June. Summer programming is available at an additional cost. Infant/toddler daycare and playspaces are open all year.
our founder
Krystal Wright (formerly Astwood) is the Founder of the Reggio Emilia Montessori Center (REMC). Krystal is originally from Guyana in South America, and currently lives in Brooklyn where her formal work in schools began. She has a BA in Philosophy from Boston College, a Master of Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Master of Science in Teaching Urban Students with Disabilities from LIU - Brooklyn.
Mrs. Wright holds an NY State Professional Teaching Certificate and has worked in private, public and charter schools for over 10 years. Krystal has experience teaching K-8th Grade in NYC public schools in Brooklyn and the Bronx, and, just prior to founding REMC, served as the Director of Special Education and Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction at a Pre-K - 5th grade public Montessori school for 5 years.
Krystal’s work in early childhood education is supported and inspired by her family - husband, daughter and fur baby Callie.
our director of early childhood program
Stephanie Clarke is the Director of Early Childhood Programs at The Reggio Emilia Montessori Center, where she has proudly served for the past four years. She began her career working with children in Maryland in 2017 while earning her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Passionate about supporting young learners, Stephanie went on to earn her New York State Teacher Certification in 2022 and later completed her Master of Science in School Leadership in 2026.
A New York native originally from Queens, Stephanie relocated to Brooklyn in 2022 and continues to bring warmth, leadership, and dedication to the families and children she serves. Her inspiration comes from the bright future of every child and her commitment to creating a loving, caring, and fun environment where children can experience the true joy of learning.
recognitions
REM Center Receives Emerging Non-Profit Award
The Mayor’s Office hosted the first Excellence in Human Service Delivery Awards at Gracie Mansion on Aug. 19 2025.
The award process drew more than 100 nominations, with city agency employees nominating nonprofit providers with active contracts and nonprofits nominating city staff who support them. A selection committee of nonprofit leaders and city employees reviewed applications, interviewed finalists, and made the final decisions.
REM Center was one of four nonprofit organizations honored for their impact across the five boroughs.
Our Bronx HYPE Family Enrichment Center Receives Proclamation From NYC ACS
Deputy Mayor Miles-Gustave, NYC ACS Commissioner, and the Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services visits Bronx HYPE during non-profit week. Our Family Enrichment Center (FEC) was recognized during Nonprofit Week. FECs are warm, welcoming, home-like spaces where neighbors are able to connect, support one another and find resources.
View our weekly programming at bronxhype.org.
