Very poor management and lack of communication and leadership skills. The academy is just one whole…read morebig classroom and over stimulating environment for kids. Very repetitive and kids seem to get bored very easily. The staff could use a lot more positivity and not be so miserable looking. They also are not very empathetic and pretty much ignore when kids are hysterically crying and seems like they don't know how to handle that in a professional manner but just let the crying kid wonder around ALL day and not even try to engage them in any activities simply bc they don't want to deal with it. Ooh, there's a nice park for them in which they go to on weather allowing days but that's pretty much the only positive thing about this little academy.

We couldn't recommend this sweet little school more. The staff are caring, the learning approach…read more(Bank Street model, similar to Montessori but with an extra focus on mixed-age learning) has been phenomenal for both of our kids. We love that it is a small business owned by two sisters and not a big chain. The interior radiates joy and there are lots of celebrations the families can participate in. They truly care about the children's educational and social-emotional development. This is not a daycare, it's a preschool run by educators and that really shows. We love PPA!

The director and the instructors are professional, caring, and kind. They made sure that both of…read moremy children are challenged, identify and improve their weak spots, and make progress. It was a great experience overall, and I highly recommend Jersey City Mathnasium!

My son who was in the 7th grade at the time needed to take the SAT (note not the PSAT, the actual…read moreSAT that is usually taken my high school juniors and seniors) for an academic scholarship that he was applying for. The scholarship has a cut off 500 in the math score to apply. He started at Mathnasium in early January and the SATs would be in early April. So he had three months to cover about three years of math if you go by the grade level the SATs usually cover. Only going two, sometimes three times a week, my son was able to score 610 in the math section of the SATs. To top it off, he also won the scholarship. I can't say enough about the quality of the tutoring that Naresh and his staff provides. My son will now start to prepare for the ISEE tests at Mathnasium, and I am sure they will guide him to a great score for that exam as well.

I came across Kidz Inn Day Care almost 3 years ago when I was looking for a school to enlist my…read morechild in. Not many Day Cares offer the Abbott Program but Kidz Inn does. As of this year two of my children have attended this school, so I feel pretty confident in leaving a detailed review. When it comes to my children I take great lengths to making sure they are getting the best of the best, especially when it comes to academics. And I can definitely say Kidz Inn is a great Day Care. This is a very tight knit school with limited staff and classrooms, but offers so much for their students. Spots fill up quickly so I suggest inquiring as soon as possible. For the Abbott program specifically, they operate from 8:30am-2:30pm with the opportunity for early/ after care(that is charged to the parent). However, the Abbott program is completely free. Activities: They take the children on field trips. Daily engagement includes: drawing, painting, puzzles, counting, reading books, and so much more. They send home the children's work for parents to keep. They also host occasional parades and parent activities at the school which is nice. What I enjoy most are the take home projects that allow me to assist my child with. They also take the children to the park or to their outdoor play area. My children's overall development has without a doubt excelled. Communication: Communication is done through mainly through text messages and email. But, every time I have called the office I never had an issue speaking to someone. Pictures are sent by the teachers on a daily basis to showcase child engagement. There is also an app used to communicate with parents called Kaymbu. Within this app, progress reports are sent (COR Advantage Reports). Within these reports the teachers inform parents of their child's progress. Food/ Nutrition: Parents are able to pack lunches and snacks for their children but the school also provides it for free. They offer nutritional food for the kids. They offer breakfast, lunch, and snacks every day. The menu is not automatically given, so be sure to ask the teacher for it every month. Attire: They just started implementing uniform shirts to be worn. This is beneficial it serves as a safety procedure in locating the children easily for when they do go to the nearby park. They do charge for each shirt and sweatshirt. Overall, this is a great Day Care and I highly recommend. A big thank you to Ms. Allie and Ms. Cecilia, they are the best of the best over at Kidz Inn Day Care! https://www.kidzinndaycare.com

My daughter has an IEP and this school made enrollment easy and had all things a great daycare…read moreneeds: great teachers, outdoor area, great food, great curriculum and overall great management! I also love the communication i receive daily by her amazing teacher, Miss Cecilia! Free prek program and they offer affordable aftercare and summer programming!

Cresthill is a FANTASTIC school for early learning and development, I cannot recommend it enough…read more Our child started at 5 weeks and the teachers got him on a sleep schedule and ensure they hit his development milestones. Every teacher cares so much about each child. The school Director puts thought and care into each season and holiday to be inclusive and magical for the students. It's an inclusive and loving environment. 10000/10!

It's been almost a year since we signed up for our first class here. We started with a trial, then…read moreunlimited membership , where it felt like we almost lived there, and then School skills training (a new drop off classes before PreK). This particular Gymboree has a gem, and that is the owner Ms. Pooja, she is the loudest, funniest, most welcoming person ever. The teachers are great, so loving and patient,,I want to say thank you to Ms. Melissa, Ms. Elga and Ms. Dani. My daughter loved her year here, we are now of to PreK but as soon as my second daughter will turn 6 month, I will be back.

Had a fantastic experience in the babies class with my 8 month old recently. Miss Pooja was…read moreawesome, not just with the children but equally us parents, interjecting with great (& funny) quips as well as advice for ways to help achieve developmental milestones at home. I wasn't sure how (or IF) my baby would respond and was delighted to see her so engaged / responsive to all the activities, songs and (her favorites) the bubbles & parachute! Very much looking forward to our next class - After a pretty tough few months as a 1st time parent, it was so nice to be able to go somewhere like Gymboree and do new, fun things together as a bonding experience with our Daughter. To summarise; I loved it & definitely recommend checking this place out

My son (10yo) has been attending for about four months now working on acoustic guitar. He had been…read morewith a teacher at another school who was good and making progress, but with Wes, I now see much more passion in his practice and progress. We've done individual and group classes and can see benefits in both, particularly in the exposure to different learning styles and instruments. I've brought a few of his friends by to try out the classes and one has also signed up and is practicing by himself daily. Not easy to motivate an 11yo to do that!

My 13 year old son, has been taking lessons at Gotham Music for 3 months now, and ABSOLUTELY LOVES…read moreIT, he goes three days a week. He does guitar/ukelele lessons, occasional beat making class and when they added the new drum set - gave that a try as well. Wes is an amazing teacher, very flexible and really encourages my son's passion for music. The studio is fully equipped, with digital music making equipment, guitars, drums and keyboards. They are adding piano lessons and planning a summer camp offering. GMA is a real find for kids & adults with an interest in music.

Recently moved to New Jersey and my daughter has gotten really into arts and crafts, she is 5 and…read morethe teachers are great with her. She enjoys and looks forward to class every week. Reasonable prices and all materials included. Highly recommend

The Embankment School is a magical place for children to learn the life skills they need to…read morenavigate an ever-changing world where social-emotional intelligence and curiosity will prove to be just as important as scholastic achievements. My husband and I so happy with our choice to send our son to this wonderful, progressive school. The founding teachers are highly experienced and have created a brilliant mix of project based, hands-on learning, and academic programs for reading and maths. The individual focus on each child allows students to develop at their own pace both academically and emotionally. Safety has always been very important to us and we've never had a reason to worry about our son's wellbeing while at school. For example, there's a strict rule that the children are never to open the front door to anyone, not even their parents. If they see someone waiting to get in they have to notify a teacher. A few days ago the policy was put to a test. My son saw me through the window when I came to pick him up and in his excitement he forgot the rule and ran out of the classroom to let me in. Before he knew it, the head teacher had caught up with him and she firmly reminded him that for everyone's safety, only the teachers are allowed to open the doors. My son nodded and then they walked down the hall together to let me in. There is a good balance of freedom and creativity on the one had, and discipline and responsibility on the other. Overall our son has thrived tremendously in Kindergarten. School is now like a second home and he is always eager to get there in the morning. Everyday the children get to play outside, regardless of weather. Movement, music and dance is part of the curriculum and arts and crafts are natural components of every project the students are working on. As parents, we couldn't be more pleased with the progress our son is making; he is not only learning to read, add and subtract - he is learning to collaborate, to problem solve, to lead, to innovate and to be an independent thinker. He is not even 6 years old! What an amazing start in life. Thank you Embankment School!

We could not be more impressed with the school that Rachel and Jessica have created. Our girls have…read morereceived the highest form of education, while being allowed to be outdoors (regardless of weather), and given the space to be at their individual levels. We chose to send them to The Embankment School and have never once regretted our decision. I admit it was hard to pass up a space at a local Charter school, but after weighing out the things that were important to us, we felt it was more than worth it to send them there. The children are so happy to go to school each day. They never want to miss a moment. The student to teacher ratio is so amazing that children do not get left behind. From field trips to after school add ons, the education and activities have a huge range. Our kids have participated in farm trips, river walks, talent shows, fencing, Bollywood dance, chemistry and even magic classes. They are building skills that I never imagined they would, are being challenged, and still have time to play and be creative. We believe in progressive education and our children truly receive that there. This does not mean that they "play" in the traditional sense all day. They have learned to read and write but not by doing repetitive workbook/ homework. And the best part is that they WANT to learn. They love to read because they are encouraged to try without fear of being wrong. The way the teachers document the weeks by sending home images and a detailed description of the week, provides parents with questions to ask the children to provoke thoughtful and meaningful communication about their experiences. All in all, the entire experience at Embankment has been extremely positive and empowering while also providing an environment that induces scholastic as well as personal development. Thank you Rachel and Jessica and all of the outstanding teachers there!