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!

I was extremely disappointed by the way my daughter and I were treated at the learning experience…read morein Union. After two days I disenrolled my daughter immediately. The teachers I encountered have no compassion or professionalism. The after 5pm teacher confronted me in the middle of class in front of the other children and teacher about why my daughter didn't follow instructions. Please note I have never met this teacher, she did not introduce herself to me and my child shouldn't have been in that classroom to begin with because arrived at 4:45pm, the children are moved here after from 5pm-6pm for pickup. The director encouraged me to have my child Evaluated by her doctor because she doesn't make eye contact with her (keep in mind she spent little time with my daughter because she was filling in for one of the teachers assigned to my daughter class who left early because she was sick) am not someone that can not take criticism or feedback about their child, but I find it extremely egregious to only spend 2 days with a child who is also 2 years old in a new environment with new people and classmates and suggest that there is something medically wrong with them. My daughter was given no acclamation period and no sympathy. I emailed them a notice to withdraw and never heard back from them. The app they use was not updated accurately, there were pictures posted on my daughters profile that did not include her in the picture. I wasn't notified that she peed on herself or that she didn't eat her lunch. The tour I was given was false advertisement and I would not suggest enrolling your kids here.

Wow, if I had read that review I wouldn't have enrolled my daughter. Good thing I somehow missed…read moreit. My daughter started at POA at 3 months and I've had a terrific experience. The teachers are fabulous, very caring and loving. The Director is fantastic (two of her kids also go to POA at that location) and runs a well organized school. I was torn between doing the nanny thing or daycare and this school has set the bar very high. My little one eats better and naps better at school than at home. The experience has been wonderful. I have no complaints at all about this place. I'm sorry to see the negative review below. My daughter is thriving.. eating well and is an early walker, very social, very happy all the time. I know her experience at the school fueled all this. I am thankful and recommend POA to any parents. Please message me if you have any questions.

My son started here at 4 months and we have felt great about it! The staff is truly caring.. The…read moreteachers are high quality and when you walk in - the whole place feels welcoming. They helped get my little guy on a schedule, but always met his individual needs. True professionals. We are very happy here.

I have had 2 of my kids attend Tutor Time of West Orange over the past 5 years, (including summers)…read moreand have had such a wonderful experience. Katrina and Rayna do an excellent job of running things. Operationally, they are extremely organized. Communication, which is critical for such a dynamic environment, is excellent. One thing that stands out is how much the entire staff truly cares about the kids and develop relationships with each of them. I was very nervous about my 3 year old, who wasn't potty trained and had a speech delay. Marilyn was so patient with him and helped him progress much faster than I could have hoped for. The Pre-K program that followed exposed him to so much and made his early Kindergarten experience a very smooth transition. I'm extremely grateful to have found Tutor Time of West Orange.

My son has been at Tutor Time since he was 4 months old. He has always enjoyed going to school and…read morehas learned so much. The teachers, leadership and staff are all very kind. We appreciate the early drop off hours too.

My child attends the Pre-K 4 program at Happy Face. I am very pleased with their curriculum. The…read moreteachers and staff are very innovative, engaging, friendly and nurturing. My child loves them ALL!!! They are also very informative with their bulletins and Parent/Teacher app which keeps my partner and me abreast of all activities, events, and notices. It is a joy to see my child thriving. Every day my child and I have enjoyable discussions on what was learned and plans for each week. HF also go above and beyond by accommodating to my hectic work schedule with aftercare. Much Appreciated. Keep up the Great Work!

Mari is very nice and the carers were very good with my Charlotte. when I requested daily updates…read morethe crew updated their system for parents to have a app where we can ask questions and they would post pictures and let me know when charlotte ate or did some activities. The app transition to communicate was a little slow and I would have appreciated a little more consistency. Regardless, Charlotte was very happy to go to daycare everyday and really like Christie. They also brought a petting farm to the neighborhood last year which was really nice.

This place is more than a place for my kid to spend a day while we are at work. Maria's teaching…read moremethod and her ideas are just amazing. She will have lessons on human anatomy and 3yr olds can sit though and actually learn. It is so great to know my son is not only safely having fun but is becoming a well rounded kid. Lessons, story times, playtimes, yoga, meditation are just some of th things she does with the kids and kids enjoy so much. I can't imagine a better place for my kid.

Mindful nest has been a great experience for our family, Maria has looked after our daughter for…read moremore then 2 years. We wish we can let her stay there longer but elementary school is calling. There are so many great things too say about how she has raised our daughter. She puts so much effort into raising all her children, from caring for them like her own to her daily routines and her great home cooking. our daughter would come home each day and we would notice all the different knowledge she has gained from her days at mindful nest and she would always come home well fed. Marias one of the nicest people I ever met and distills that same attitude and morality into her children. She is like a second mom to our daughter. Theres no way to ease that feeling of dropping your baby off to someone for the first time. But rest assured your child will be in good hands at mindful nest. Hands down one of the best daycares around the neighborhood.

I loved my experience with Martine and all of the teachers at Sole'! my daughter learned so much…read morebut most of all she was dealt with in a warm, loving and patient way. The teachers are kind and communicative. The teachers work very hard to create a safe and happy atmosphere!

Or 2 year old has been attending Sole's for over a year now and we love it! It's always clean and…read morethe staff are unbelievable. It's an amazing sight to pick up or daughter and see ten toddlers sitting quietly and eating their end of the day snack together, unreal. The kids all get naps, they have a new yoga class for the kids and they even help with potty training! We have a newborn who will be attending when it's time for mommy to go back to work as well. I don't know what we would do without the dedication of Martine and her crew.

Our experience with this preschool, was absolutely amazing and exceeded all our expectations! We…read moresaw ,firsthand, the positive impact it had on my nephew. From the first weeks, the teachers made a genuine effort to support his adjustment, keeping us , thoroughly informed and ensuring he felt secure and always included. That level of communication and Genuine care made a big difference for our family. Their classroom environment is very structured, organized, and welcoming. It is a setup, where the students, are not overly stimulated and they keep it simple, but, yet, very relaxed and productive! Smart Starts Academy has a curriculum , in which, encourages learning through, play while building important social and academic skills. Over time, we noticed improvements in his confidence, language skills, and enthusiasm for learning, which speaks volumes about the quality of instruction and Attentiveness to each student in their classroom! Emotions that each child may carry ,throughout their day, was Never ignored , but rather, very respected and handled with Extreme care and Genuine Understanding! The staff is beyond,professional, attentive, and Deeply committed to each child's development and learning journey! This preschool sets a HIGH standard for early education, and we would confidently recommend it to any family seeking a program that combines strong academics with Genuine care. Furthermore, the fact that, the students are to wear a uniform, distinctively separates, from other schools,especially because, the students are grasping the idea that, "we are going to school" and it clearly shows the difference between all other schools in the area. I absolutely RECOMMEND Smart Starts Academy and it will Not disappoint! The Smart Start Academy is a Great School for each child's first major steps in Learning and socially engaging in Healthy and Sustainable Growth and Development!

Our 3year old has attended Smart Start Academy (SSA Lumbar House) in Jersey City for almost a year…read more We are so happy with the facility, staff and overall program. 1) Love the mandatory uniform. She associates her uniform with "going to school", which is a great visual prompt to get us ready & out the door each day. 2) The administration and staff are so helpful & have been extra accommodating to her special needs. There is a great curriculum including an introduction to Spanish language skills & preschool preparation (tracing letters, using glue sticks & scissors, etc) . It's truly like a school rather than just a daycare facility. She loves her teachers Mrs Ruth & Miss Justine :) 3) The tech used by the facility is great. The app lets us check her in & out for the day with ease. We get information and photo updates throughout the day. 3) Food is healthy and our picky eater never goes hungry.

Parker's Place is a really special place. My three kids loved the school and all teachers, learned…read moreso much (while playing), and importantly, developed independence and the sense of responsibility. Children spend time in Prospect Park, nearby playgrounds, exploring the neighborhood, but the school also has a small dedicated backyard. Enrichment includes yoga and music classes. I highly appreciate that even in the last few years, Parker's Place has remained a haven of normalcy where kids can be kids who play, make art, and exercise (rather than virus-vectors).

We had hoped to enroll our son here but have decided not to because the school doesn't require…read moremasks for children. I can understand challenges with 2 year olds wearing masks but not ages 3 and up; and in fact don't know of a single other school that doesn't have children wear masks. It strikes me as sad that the school will require adults to wear masks but not children to protect their safety as well. The science is quite clear: masks work. When I asked the school about this, they claimed they have had no cases so are quite confident in their policy. I was pretty shocked to read that because it seems to claim that the policy of no masks works to prevent the spread of Covid. That's obviously luck and not science! I had high hopes for this school but during the pandemic have to choose safety for my child first.