I've had to pull my daughter out of this center after multiple safety issues in the toddler…read moreclassroom. My daughter has been bit three times in the span of a month and a half. Extremely dissatisfied with how they handle situations regarding supervision in the classroom, and they do not keep proper documentation of incidents that occur. Not to mention that the last incident that had occurred, I received a text instead of a phone call even though management knew this was a very sensitive issue. Additionally, tuition is raised each year and they have gotten rid of the "Men and Women in the Workforce" discount. Staff are constantly being turned over or shuffled around. The list goes on and on. Look elsewhere!

Finding the right daycare for your little one can be an anxiety-ridden task, but the moment we…read moretoured TLE's facility in Cromwell we were impressed. We've had our kiddo enrolled here for several months now, and we're so happy we made the decision of this daycare. The staff is amazingly patient, informed, and kind. They are great with the children and it's obvious they genuinely care. This is our little one's first experience in daycare and we've seen such a huge improvement in him since starting him here. Thank you TLE for all your effort and care - each and every one of your staff I've met is amazing.

It's so hard when you are looking for a daycare and don't know anyone who can give a personal…read morerecommendation. I can't say enough positive things about this daycare. I brought my daughter there starting from 9 weeks old and it was the hardest thing I've ever had to do. I feel so fortunate that I was able to bring her to such a warm, loving and happy environment. When we had to leave (for personal reasons,) we cried, my daughter cried and her teachers cried. The teachers here genuinely love and care for your kids. There is something really special going on at this Kindercare. I am so grateful to them for making my transition back to work bearable. I would recommend them without hesitation!

We have been with Kindercare since our first son was 16 weeks. It was a hard transition for a…read moreworking mother but this daycare is truly amazing. The director and the teachers truly love their job. Prior to Covid, I was able to come into the center and nurse my baby. I saw firsthand how well the infant teachers handled their kids. They were all held and attended to as if they were their own. We now have two kids in this center. Their Covid precautions are strict, but we feel safe and clean here. My toddler son is learning so much at the discovery preschool level, much more than I would have been able to expose him to. It truly is like a play based school before school. Only cons are high teacher turnover, but this is common in other daycares from what I hear.

This JCC affiliate preschool is set in the lovely suburb of Glastonbury, Connecticut at the local…read moretemple Congregation Kol Haverim. It's a wonderful place to send the kids and extremely popular, so make sure you go check it out early on & get on the list asap!! I sent my son here and he was so happy and well adjusted. It's just terrific and they think of everything. I only wish I could keep him here until he was 18, but alas, it's only through kindergarten. What a great alternative to the other cookie cutter choices around. Come on over and see for yourself. You won't regret it!

Shirley Reaback is a true early education center, not a glorified day care. My daughter has been…read moreattending the 3 year old program, however there are other programs for 2 year olds up through kindergarten. There are also after kindergarten programs if you'd like your kindergartener to have a full day of school. Prices are very reasonable considering the level and quality of the programs here. The teachers are great, and the teacher to student ratio is excellent (3 kids to 1 teacher in the 3 year old program). The entire facility is very aware of childhood allergies, and if your child has a sensitivity of any kind, it is addressed. This is great to keep in mind. Fortunately, my kids aren't allergic to anything, but I understand what a challenge this for other families.

My daughter has attended kidco since she was three months old. She is now five and will be starting…read morekindergarten in the fall. We have been very happy with her care and education at this daycare/preschool. I highly recommend it. Her current teacher, Ms. Melissa manages the classroom well. She is kind, nuturing and exceptional at redirecting behaviors to more positive ones. My daughter looks forward to school, feels safe and has made many friends. She adores all the teachers she has had (Ms Erin, Ms. Emily, Ms. Nicole, Ms. Joy, Ms. Danielle, Mr. Adam, Ms. Ceceila, Ms. Robin and more) The director and assistant director are professional, approachable and caring. When I've had concerns (having healthier snacks, nap time issues) I have been able to discuss it with her teacher/assistant director and they have responded favorably. If you're looking for a center that is safe, caring and will provide your child with positive educational experiences daily, I would highly suggest considering Kidco as your first choice for the Newington area. My daughter's review: "My favorites are being lunch helper, blueberry picking and water play"

We have 2 kids in Kidco for about 2 years, daycare and after school program. We completely…read moresatisfied with their service, stuff is responsible, kind and work hard to satisfy kids needs in learning and playing. 5 stars for sure, definitely recommend.

Our Babies, now currently 3 and 5 have been part of the Kindercare Family since 4 months old. As…read moredifficult as it is to put trust in someone looking after your child/children they went above and beyond. They have loved every day, sometimes sad it's the weekend. The staff have been so understanding and accommodating with all of our needs. The teachers have left so many memories in our hearts and continue to. I'm so incredibly lucky we found this amazing group of teachers and directors . Our kids have learned so much!!!!Through this pandemic they have been able to keep the children's best interest at heart and keep the facility safe and clean. Completely recommend

We're 4 years in and still not one complaint. The love they've shown my babies consistently is…read moreunmatched. My daughter had the pleasure of being in Ms Wanda's classes, I can't say enough about how far she has come. Wanda's passion for teaching is obvious and truly special. Honestly, every teacher we've had is amazing. Somy, Enidza and Jess are always there for morning hugs. It feels like I'm dropping them off with family, not school. Choosing Newington Kindercare was one of the best decisions we made for our kids.

We could not be happier with our experience at The Learning Experience in Newington. Our twin…read moredaughters have been attending since they were just 4 months old and are now thriving in the preschool program. Watching their growth over the past few years has been truly incredible, particularly under their current teachers Ms. Lia and Ms. Kiara. They have absolutely flourished in this setting and genuinely love going every single day. All of the teachers are exceptionally strong, skilled, and caring. Not only in terms of learning, but the love my girls receive from every single teacher is nothing short of fantastic. They are deeply invested in each child's development and well-being. The skill building that happens here is impressive, with a wide range of creative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities that keep the children excited and wanting to participate. My girls come home daily with another project that they created at school and the sense of pride on their face is amazing. Over the past year especially, we have seen many positive changes that have made an already great program even better. Communication, organization, and programming have all improved drastically with the director, Ms. Allison. Check-in and drop-off are seamless and stress-free on the school's end, which makes a huge difference for us. My girls take forever to leave because they need to make sure they say goodbye to all the teachers and Ms. Allison. The car ride home is a flurry of stories about what they learned and how great their day was. Even the school itself is impeccably clean and well maintained, which gives us so much peace of mind. Above all, it's clear how much the staff truly care about each and every child that enters through their front door. We feel incredibly grateful to have found a place where our daughters are safe, happy, challenged, and so well loved. We highly recommend this daycare to any family looking for an outstanding experience.

I would not recommend The Learning Experience in Newington. Our experience there was extremely…read moredisappointing and concerning as a parent. The overall environment lacked professionalism and respect. Several staff members were disrespectful when communicating with both parents and children, which is unacceptable in a place that is supposed to support young kids. It often felt like concerns were brushed off rather than taken seriously. One of the biggest issues was the lack of supervision. Teachers were frequently on their phones instead of actively watching the children. In a daycare setting, supervision should always be the top priority, and it was alarming to see how often this seemed to be ignored. Unfortunately, the leadership from the director did not improve these issues. A daycare director should model professionalism and ensure a safe and respectful environment, but that did not seem to be happening. Some of the concerns included: * Allowing teachers to be on their phones while supervising children * Failing to ensure proper supervision in classrooms * Not addressing staff behavior when it is unprofessional or disrespectful * Dismissing or minimizing parent concerns instead of investigating them * Poor communication with families * Lack of accountability for staff actions * Creating an environment where staff do not appear to be held to high standards A daycare director should be actively ensuring that children are safe, staff are attentive, and parents feel comfortable raising concerns. Unfortunately, that was not our experience here. Parents trust childcare centers with the most important thing in their lives, their children. Professionalism, supervision, and respectful communication should be the bare minimum, and sadly those expectations were not met in our experience.

Our two year old son has been at Goddards for 5 months. We have been very happy with the school and…read moreteachers. The school is clean, safe and provides many activities for the children's development. We have worked primarily with Miss Tia, Miss Denise and Miss Tanya who have been absolutely wonderful and caring. They were instrumental in helping our son overcome separation anxiety when he started and have all been very supportive. Our son has become very attached to all of them.

Not a school that I recommend. My 2 children went through…read morethis school. My oldest was there for 3 years and youngest for 2. My older one did fine, no problems. The teachers and directors were always super sweet to us. But when my younger son was 2 years old the school had no idea how to handle age appropriate negative behaviors. Some 2 year olds can be challenging but instead of trying to help, they instead tried everything to get us to leave the school and transfer him out. I would pick him up every day and his diaper and pants would be soaked and I would ask "how come no one changed him?" And consistently I would get the answer "he refused." Ummm a 2 year old refused to change their diaper and you are ok with that? Same thing with food. He would not be given his lunch but everything was thrown out daily. Their attitude towards us changed completely. No more sweet, helpful teachers and directors. It was just a very uncaring situation when a child becomes a little challenging. But if your child follows all their rules and never gives any problem (like my older one), they will do fine. We switched my younger one to Joni's down the street (I was hesitant because the building was older and cramped and I hadn't known much about that school). But I am so thankful for the switch. He did amazing and he thrived there with their love.

This center has continually surpassed my expectations over the course of the past year. They employ…read morea diverse staff that brings a variety of teaching styles that keep the activities fresh and engaging for all of the children; the infants, toddlers and preschool. The kids are always learning something new and they are always having fun (while developing the social skills). Monthly and weekly themes and lessons are consistent, clear, and well communicated with the parents to allow them to be involved and able to follow up and easily provide enrichment after school. Communication across the board is too notch. Throughout the day parents get regular updates via the Brightwheel app, including pictures, meal updates, and potty and/or diaper changing schedules. The app is also used to send centerwide messages from the staff, as well as personal notes to alert us to any issues the children may be having. I could go on forever about my experience and have nothing but positive things to say about FFLL. I highly recommend 'Foundations' to anyone who is in need of childcare and/or preschool. If you are currently looking you owe it to your children to call and set up a tour with the director Marie! I have had direct experience with different ages and classes. I can assure you that you will find compassionate, caring and engaged teachers in every room who will work with you to achieve the goals you have for your child!

Wonderful staff. Caring fun environment!! Structured learning. Genuine care and concern for…read morechildren, staff and parents. I did a lot of searching before choosing Foundations. My four children attend and wouldn't think of sending them anyplace else.