I just wanted to say a big thank you for the amazing Japanese and Spanish classes Ms. Zoya in Blue…read moreHorses have been teaching my kid. My husband and I were totally surprised when he started counting numbers in Japanese! (After seeing our surprising faces he went on to "show off" his Spanish) It's really cool to see him picking up new languages like that. Thanks for making learning so much fun for the little ones!

We have been at Lightbridge since September 2021. Our kids have loved it there and the staff has…read morebeen amazing, especially the director Ms. Elizabeth. Definitely would recommend Lightbridge to any family looking for a full time daycare!

Terrible first impression! I was calling around daycares to inquire about availability in the…read moreclassroom for my son. The receptionist answered and said she would look into it and I was put on hold. Shortly after a different woman picked up, I explained I was already on hold and waiting to hear back from someone who was already helping me, she responded by telling me I have to call back tomorrow and hung up as I was still speaking. So rude! I don't feel comfortable having rude and unfriendly staff in the care of my son! If that's how they act to a prospective parent, how are they treating the kids?!

Had a great experience in the infant room wit Bev and Bianca. Once we got to the toddler room we…read morehad issues with constant diaper rash. We're were only there a few weeks and couldn't take it as we were being told something that didn't match up with the daily reports. My kid was also constantly sick the first year which is most likely common. We left the day care since we felt as if we couldn't trust the new care takers. We tried telling them to change and apply diaper cream regularly but they couldn't provide basic care. They also lost some of my sons belonging. Pan the director told us we would get reimbursed and then never did. Not a pleasant experience after the infant room and management didn't bother to ask why we left which shows their care and character.

Our daughter has been going to the Baby Spa for a few months and I am extremely pleased with the…read morequality of daycare we are receiving! I echo the sentiments of the previous poster regarding the director, Mr. Charles, along with all the great staff we have met so far. Our daughter was only three months old when we started her in daycare to allow us continue working. You can imagine how difficult it was leaving her with anyone you don't know well that young, especially for eight or more hours each day. Many months later, I can honestly say I we have not even once second guessed that we chose the absolute best place for our daughter. Each morning when I drop our her off her face actually lights up as if she is excited to be there! The caregivers are all invested in the children and make sure they receive individual attention while remaining extremely receptive to odd first time parent requests and questions (we have a lot). If you are looking for a very reasonably priced, well run and staffed daycare facility I highly recommend taking the time to consider Baby Spa.

I feel so blessed to have found such an amazing daycare center for my two children. I don't usually…read morepost reviews, but felt compelled to let people know about this place. This school is small and treats your child like family, not a $. The director, Mr. Charles, is wonderful, truly approachable & accommodating. The facility is well maintained, clean & has a happy energy. Very low turnover, which is rare in child care. The teachers work so hard and go above and beyond for your kids. They seemed to love what they do. My only challenge is the amount of holiday closings. However, it is well worth it. A+ rating from this mom!

Five stars just doesn't feel like enough for Little Explorers Early Learning Academy - UPK…read more From the moment we walked through the doors, we knew we had found a truly special place. The staff isn't just professional and knowledgeable -- they are incredibly loving, warm, and deeply committed to every child in their care. Our daughter lights up every morning when we tell her it's time for school. That kind of joy can't be faked -- it's the result of being in an environment where she feels safe, celebrated, and genuinely loved. The teachers treat each child like family, noticing the little things, comforting them when needed, and encouraging their growth every step of the way. They consistently go above and beyond -- whether it's through thoughtful activities, creative learning experiences, or just taking the time to share updates that show how well they know and care for our child. It means the world to us to know she is not only learning and growing, but doing so surrounded by people who truly care. We're endlessly grateful to the Little Explorers team for creating such a nurturing and inspiring space. They are helping raise kind, curious, and confident little humans -- and we couldn't imagine a better place for our daughter to begin her journey.

This is a fantastic center that I truly cannot recommend enough! The team here takes every step to…read moreensure each child's individual needs are met, allowing them to thrive in their academic and social-emotional growth. Both my daughters are so, so loved, and I never doubt the level of care and attention they are getting at school. Nutritious meals are included with tuition, which is a HUGE benefit. There are also seasonal classes such as dance, gymnastics, and soccer provided on-site by outside vendors, which lets us expose the girls to different sports without eating up precious weekends or evenings. Truly a great center!!

Beyond disappointed in the bait and switch we received by the school. We toured the school 3 times…read moreand weren't given all the information needed to make a decision for our sons to attend under AFTER they received our registration fee AND the Friday before they were to start at the parent orientation. They make the 4 year olds wear uniforms (never disclosed), all children must use the school provided backpacks (never disclosed) amongst other school related decisions we were not disclosed. When we attempted to get our registration fee back we were told we're weren't charged tuition and the charge wasn't enforced as a "good faith" gesture. Pretty much you're lucky so no your $600 registration is ours. The owner was absolutely rude and snarky. The education director is cold and very rude. Make sure you ask every question you can think of because they don't ask, don't tell.

TL;DR: This is an amazing school with caring teachers. Your child will learn so much and will love…read moregoing to school. Our now 2yo daughter started at Primrose of Florham Park last summer after we relocated to the area. During a time of such transition for her, Ms. Samuels and her other teachers provided so much nurturing, love, and compassion for her. She has since transitioned into the Toddlers class where Ms. White and Ms. Santana are loving and patient with her antics AND she learns so much. Over Christmas, she came home one day and just started naming colors (at 18mo!!). She now counts as she goes down the stairs. It's clear that education truly is the foundation for everything they do and that they do it with love for each child. Lastly, I will say that in addition to her teachers, our daughter has great relationships with people at Primrose who aren't even her teachers - Ms. Cathy, Ms. Joseph, etc. To me, this shows that the culture at the school is amazing in every classroom environment. Another benefit of going to Primrose is the app they use - Procare. This may seem trivial but it's been a huge upgrade from our previous daycare. You can customize notifications to get real-time photos and updates from your child's day. And, on tough mornings, the school will send extra photos to reassure you that your little one is okay. Regarding COVID-19, the school has taken critical precautions that thus far have prevented any school shutdowns or outbreaks. It is sometimes inconvenient to keep our daughter home with a cold while we wait for a COVID-19 result; however, it gives me peace that everyone else has to do it too. Overall, we're so glad that we chose Primrose. And our daughter is too - she squeals when we pull into the school parking lot most days.

Our son started at the center when he was only 8 weeks old. Of course leaving your baby so young…read morewas extremely scary. But from the moment when we brought our son to the center his teachers were amazingly warm, welcoming, and extremely caring. They took of him as if he was their own and that's all that you can ask for. It will almost be a year now that we have had the pleasure of working with the Learning Experience of Union and can't wait for many more years to come. The Reynolds Family

A Wonderful Experience at The Learning Experience - Union, NJ…read moreMy daughter has been attending The Learning Experience in Union, NJ, since she was just six months old, and now, at 4 1/2 years old, she is getting ready to move on. This has truly been more than just a school for her--it has been like a second home. The administration is incredibly supportive and always available to help, making the entire experience smooth and reassuring for parents. The teachers are absolutely amazing--caring, patient, and dedicated. My daughter adores them and speaks about them with so much love and excitement. She has grown tremendously, both academically and socially, during her time here. She has made wonderful friends and developed essential social skills that will benefit her for years to come. One of the things I love most about The Learning Experience is the amazing curriculum. She has learned so much--phonics, numbers, community events, philanthropy, and even manners. They incorporate so many fun and engaging activities, such as book fairs, pajama days, pizza parties, dress-up days, and spirit weeks, making learning exciting and enjoyable. On top of all that, as a parent of a child with multiple allergies, I truly appreciate how well they have cared for her. They have always been diligent in ensuring she avoids any allergens, giving me peace of mind that she is in safe hands every day. What sets this center apart is the genuine care and love they show for each child. They don't just teach--they nurture, support, and encourage. I truly appreciate everything they have done for my daughter, and we will always be grateful for the amazing start they have given her. If you're looking for a place where your child will be safe, loved, and given the best early education experience, The Learning Experience - Union is the perfect choice. Thank you to the entire staff for making these years so special!

Had to make the difficult decision to switch our kids to a new daycare last fall and we found New…read moreGeneration towards the end of an exhaustive search. Thank god we did! The center is phenomenal - clean, well-organized, strict with their sick policy, and to top it off, offers great hours (6:30a-7:30p). They also feed the kiddos all of their meals and snacks (made in-house, and are organic and healthy). Part of the curriculum includes music classes, language lessons, STEAM play, and the center has also hosted a few holiday parties and parades, including a mini music recital for the parents! Another perk are the number of cameras, which have been such a relief when feeling anxious and wanting to check in on the children. The teachers also use an app to update parents on the kids' activities during the day, with some fun photos, too. The staff are also very kind and caring, the directors are amazing; I could go on and on! So far, my kids AND my hubs and I are huge fans. We can easily say NG would be very highly recommended.

Coming from another town with really bad experience with Daycare, our first impression of NGLC was…read moreimpeccable. From the moment we communicated via email with Ms Anastasia to the time we went for a tour with Ms Stella we were so pleased with the overall experience. Right away the next day my daughter asked me if she can go the new school, my heart already felt so much better knowing that she loved it. (And she is kid who just went through a lot of traumas with unorganized fire drills or random alarm going on and many unqualified teachers with the previous daycare and my daughter was so traumatized to the point that she couldn't sleep at night and would have night mares and cry for going to the school which she has been attending since 9mths). NGCL has met all our expectation and delivered beyond expectation up till now, the teachers are well qualified and give close attention to the kids. You have camera accessibility to their class and outside all through out the day, they send regular updates on the app during the day. The school provides fresh food (organic and nut free) everyday to the kids. They have languages classes as well as sports/ dance classes on certain days. They follow a well organized programs which helps parents like me to balanced out my time. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place!

My daughter started Goddard (Jan 2021) when our preschool in South Orange abruptly closed during…read morethe pandemic. The facility is exceptionally clean and they had no disruption with Covid. I believe they stayed open the entire time. We were so blown away with how well the school was sanitized daily. It felt like the right place to enroll my son as an infant. Comparing our experience with two daycares my daughter attended.. at Goddard my children are rarely sick or sent home. Like both my kids missed no more than 3 days in 3 years. Goddard really values keeping kids healthy and safe. I enrolled my son around 10 months old and it was a great transition. The teachers in the infant room were so pleasant and truly are like family. They were very accommodating with special requests about milk and nap time. Speaking of communication, I give the admin staff 5 stars with how well they run the front office. They have exceptional follow up and communication-daily reminders, photos, reports and weekly newsletters. I also appreciate the diversity of the staff and families. As a mom of color, I really love that. There have been many special events to bring the community together. My favorite events have been Halloween parade, the carnival, the "prom" for graduating class and Mother's Day/Father's Day appreciation. So much thought goes into all these celebrations and it's special. Once older, my kids were constantly entertained with art, yoga, music, water play, so many fun things. Always tired from a fun day. While the tuition may not be the cheapest -- you get what you pay for. It's well worth it for the safety, health and well being of our children. I highly recommend!

My review is based on my recent tour. The staff seemed pleasant as was the owner who facilitated my…read moretour. But the price point, paired with the lack of color, excess of whites and grays and somber feel of the facility didn't scream childcare to me. Felt like I was walking into a prep school for much older kids and couldn't envision my 6 month old enrolled here. Location is great for Montclair residents but in the same vein, they applied the Montclair-esq pricing...the curriculum for the various age groups was also underwhelming in my opinion. My sentiment upon exiting was "meh"