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.

With four kids under my belt I've had my fair share of schools, teachers, camps, babysitters and…read moredaycares. Needless to say but The Goddard School in Farmington has truly exceeded my expectations. Sure, I can go on and on about the structured days led by teachers who actually have a degree in early childhood education and brag about the art projects and the pictures I receive during the day and the complete report of my child's every activity at the end of the day...all emailed to me, but I'd like to focus on something else. The staff is owner operated, happy to be there and, my favorite part, is that when a child is having difficulties adjusting or a teacher doesn't have the "connection" with the kids they don't just sit there and wait to see if it all works out. How awesome is it that the owners are not just looking out for their bottom line but also the happiness and comfort of the student/teacher/parent relationship? The facilities are brand new, sparkling and fabulous. The hardwood floors are a perk for those who hate a germy carpet (totally me) and the bathrooms are disinfected after each use.....don't even let me get started on the epic hand washing routine they have! Amazing! Also, given this day and age, I must point out the security system, cameras, unique codes and fingerprint system. Sorry, I take no chances with my little ones and I want to know they are secure and this place is like Fort. Knox. Net/net the place is new, the owners are experienced and they too have a standard to live up to by using "The Goddard School" name. And aside from reading my fabulous review, which could be total BS because my kid goes there so I drink the kool-aid, check it out for yourself. Take a tour and see the art projects, see the doors of the classrooms changing weekly, she the teachers loving, singing and playing with the kids and, most importantly, see the kids happily responding to their peers and teachers. Reviews can be biased based on the happiness or unhappiness of a guest but what you see with your own eyes and how your child walks happily into school speaks for itself. Take a tour and drink your own cup of Kool-Aid, you'll know what I'm talking about!

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.

I have been with Cadance Academy for 7 years! Through world changes and life changes they have…read moreworked through everything with amazing grace and care. I cant really say enough about Ms. Melissa the schools director. She deserves the world. She quietly cares for our children and supports our family in ways that make the long days in these short years that much easier. I cant say enough about her and it reflects the teachers and all the staff that care for out children bc of her leadership and huge heart! When your child reaches pre-k you will find Ms. Crystal the best pre-k teacher you could ever imagine. I love them with all my heart and im grateful every day to have them as apart of our tribe! Love, The Guarinos

Joni's has been an incredible school for both of my two young kids. They are constantly learning,…read morecreating and staying active in a safe, clean, compassionate and healthy environment. The director is amazing, flexible, incredibly organized and always available for questions. We are so lucky to have found such amazing childcare!

Kindercare Rocky Hill has become part of our family. We found Kindercare after an extensive search…read moreof almost a dozen "schools" that we would be comfortable leaving our daughter. Who would have thought that the perfect fit would be in our own town, Rocky Hill. Our daughter has thrived in her time with Kindercare. She comes home full of excitement with stories of her classmates and teachers and all the fun things she did/learned that day. The staff is so warm and hospitable. I trust them with my daughter and all her classmates. If you are looking, or have a second of a doubt on where being your child for care...I am behind Kindercare Rocky Hill 100%! We recently had our second child, and the staff has been so kind and flexible with us. They communicate with us daily on activities of the day and any relative information we would need as parents. I breathe an extra warm breath of air after dropping off my daughter at Kindercare Rocky Hill. I know in my full heart that she is in the best care with them. Thank you Kindercare Rocky Hill! You ROCK!

My son has been going to this daycare since he was two months old, after a bad experience at…read moreanother daycare. The center was very accommodating with my schedule and getting him in quickly. I feel confident dropping him off, knowing that he is well taken care of, and that he is having fun! The director, Jessenia is so kind and greets everyone by name when they come in. All of the teachers, even the ones that my son doesn't interact with daily, know his name and greet him when they see him. He has been in three different classrooms as he's gotten older, and each teacher has treated him with so much love and care. I have seen his confidence and abilities grow, and he's always excited to get in the car to go to "school". I also love the app, which his teachers update regularly so I can see pictures and videos of his day. My family is so grateful to have such a supportive facility for my child.

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 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.

Our son has attending this program for the past 2 years. Working in K - 12 school administration…read moremyself, I am consistently impressed with the professionalism of the staff and the curriculum offered to children - particularly in the context of preschool programming. The preschool programs follow state early learning standards, and I am confident that he will be well-prepared for kindergarten as a direct result of the dedicated instruction he receives from Scotty's. The director of this program is heavily involved with the children and staff, and it's clear she loves her job and the various programs. The center is also exceptionally clean and I observe the staff cleaning thoroughly on a daily basis. We look forward to continuing to send our children here for the next several years, and highly recommend this to any parent

My son has been at Scotty's Kiddie Korner since he was 1 and now he's in the latch key program for…read moreschool age kids. I've always felt very safe dropping him off at Scotty's. I knew his needs would be met but more importantly I knew the teachers really cared about him. They have seen him through many transitions. They always offer a hug, wipe a tear or give him the appropriate discipline he needs to help him grow. I know they really care about my child and that kind of peace of mind is priceless. -Pamela Johnson (Ellington) Ps. I saw that one reviewer didn't like the security but I LOVE the security. I have a completely different take on that. I don't want people just being able to walk into the center and have access to the kids. I like that they check the parents are really the parents. I have dropped in unannounced at all times of day and have had no problem getting access to my son.

My daughter has been in the Discovery centers' infant/toddler program and now in the toddler…read moreMontessori program and next fall she will be starting the primary program. My son has also recently entered the infant toddler program. Both of my children absolutely love this school and really like their teachers. As a mom it feels nice when your children are excited about their day at school and look forward to seeing their teachers and friends. My children have learned so much about self care, independence, sharing, and many other academically enriching activities while at this school. I highly recommend you take a visit and see for yourself.

I don't understand how this school is still in business. Worst management with burntout teachers…read more Take your kiddos elsewhere.