Friendly and experienced staff, specialized small class instruction, and private tutoring services…read moreavailable for students of all ages and in various subject areas. SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, and various other standardized test prep services available at reasonable prices compared to similar nearby competition, like SEED and C2. They recently replaced their carpeting and wood flooring, which has really enhanced the place.

A great school with great teachers, staff and support. Son has made brilliant progress with his…read moretutor. They were very flexible to his schedule. My son talks about his experience in person and learning at home and both options were productive and enjoyable for him.

Both of my children are in middle school and have been at Hackley since Kindergarten. Although many…read morepeople think the curriculum is rigorous, the students are well prepared for the academics in university and are able to organize and perform well on their own. The campus is beautiful but most importantly the teachers are amazing educators who genuinely care for the students and often have their own children in the school. My husband and I could not be happier with Hackley.

I contacted the Hackley Alumni Relations Office for a reason I do not feel like getting into now on…read moreyelp. It was all innocent enough. I spoke with Margie, in charge of Alumni Connections who told me to call back on Friday when she would have more time to speak with me and handle my issue. I remember feeling as if it can be handled right then and there when I explained it to her, and it wasn't so complicated. In fact the whole thing would have taken all but three minutes no matter how we resolved it. I left not one but two voice messages for her on that Friday at her request and she never called back. This was two weeks ago yesterday. I do not think she forgot and I don't think she is that busy. If she forgot to call back or didn't have time, then she can't handle her job very well. I feel as if it was done purposely though. If she does not want or is unable to cater to someone, there are more professional ways of handling it than telling a person to call in order not to call. I was surprised to see that such a fine institution as Hackley, hires staff that do not represent the extraordinary excellence they pride everyone else in their school in having; teachers, students and families. I think Hackley should have higher standards when screening out for certain roles such as Director of Alumni Engagement to better set an example for their students on how to interact with people.

We moved to Westchester from Brooklyn and were looking for a diverse Montessori school for our 2…read moreboys. We were so lucky to find this school. The classes are super diverse and inclusive but more importantly, my sons were lucky enough to have 2 teachers that were absolutely excellent (Ms. Marcy and Ms. Shamel). They taught my boys so much - my 3 year old was basically reading and my older one was more than prepared for kindergarten. if you're lucky enough to get into their class, they will love your kids like they love their own. Beyond that, the school has fostered an excellent community among the parents who do not hesitate to chip in and help each other and who go out of their way to have social activities to bring the kids together. This is truly a special school with amazing teachers and community of parents.

please don't sent your kids there they promise alot things and they didn't beginning they say they…read moredo patty training second year she tell us we don't do any more they don't even change diapers or when they get dirdy they don't change 2 years old they sent home paint picture which is you can understand they do for them this is the way they teach they don't even teach any song also principal so so Ruth when you tell her if you don't like something instead fix she tell us look another school and she doesn't care how she take care of with that personality also mostly time helper only part time one teacher take care of 10 kids teacher leaves early and helper which is they don't have any certificate stay with kids thats why this year they don't take parent inside anymore from out side door they pick up doesn't let parent come inside because they will see also all worker scary from principle she is very nasty with everybody that's not right as a parent I see that from outside please don't sent your kids there

Truly not a school wasting your money on. "Financial aid" scholarships are given mostly to Bronx…read moreBaseball players and those in need receive nothing. Staff constantly turns over and is unresponsive to communication. Pick another catholic school where your son will have many more opportunities, especially in their senior ear. While most schools in the area are coordinating trips/ activities etc Salesian offers a BBQ. Zero quality. This school is a perfect example of why people choose not to be religious or walk away from religion. If this is their Christ like example we are all doomed.

This school is really beautiful the staff care about there students and go out of their way to make…read moresure they are learning and being helped. Everybody from the Gym teacher to the receptionist are great. If you want your son to learn in a caring environment that helps him achieve this is the perfect school. They have a beautiful campus and lots of sports and activities .

I love this school it's great to learn and everyone is nice this when I was in 3rd grade but in…read moreNovember 27 2019 I move to Egypt and I still miss everyone at the school but COVID changed things so I support this school From Yossef

I am a student at school 29 and been here for 7 years about to be 8 years. The tables and floors at…read morethe cafeteria are sometimes dirty from the kids but will always get cleaned up after all kids leave. Most of the teachers are nice but some are mean. They have a basketball court. Very very very big field and a playground. The boys bathroom are dirty and it smells. But will get cleaned up. I don't know about the girls. Overall good school.

This was the best school ever! Super fun/great. Has two great playgrounds and awesome swings in the…read morebigger playground. Also has an outdoor basketball court. I Edgewood!

I am 24 years old now. I routinely think about Robin and this pre-school. I can't believe I…read moreremember anything. I think what resonated, is that they prepare kids to learn and adapt, so we can become the adult we were meant to be. It's easy to keep a child busy and entertained. Working with kids and treating them with respect, showing them how to learn on their own, is what pre-school should be for everybody. I had a very difficult time with my parents - I struggled for independence for literally no reason. Robin never talked down to me, and helped me cope with the very difficult task of being a toddler. The friends I made, especially Sophia(I love you) are lifelong and foundational. I had to say something - looking at my life, Sarah Lawrence was a key developmental period. I hope my children have the same opportunity as I did. This is where your kid can love learning. THANK YOU ROBIN!!! There will be nothing but blessings in your life. From a very very grateful student.

Sarah Lawrence College's Early Childhood Center is a progressive, lab school community for…read morepreschool-aged children. It's child-centered and play-based. My child started the 2s program this fall (2014) and I couldn't be happier with our experience. Everyone-from the Director to the teachers to the receptionist-is not only incredibly loving and warm but also child development nerds. These people know children. Deeply. The people at the ECC are true professionals. They have graduate degrees in early childhood education, many have been teaching for decades, and they all love a good geek-out on anything kid related. Anytime I bring up a topic I'm interested whomever I am speaking with pulls out books, recommends films, and sends me articles about the topic. They are not inly knowledgeable about how children learn and develop but they are passionate about it. I've learned so much about how children learn and process their world and can truly say that I am a better parent for being part of this community. For example I never knew how important narrative play was. Ever since we started the ECC I now try to narrate and get my child to narrate what he is doing when he is playing. His verbal, storytelling, and memory skills have developed so much. On the subject of play- this school takes play very, very seriously. Much child development research indicates that play is of tantamount importance-it is how children learn and develop the skills and foundation for later life success. The book Children's Play: The Roots of Reading by Edward Zigler is a great place to to start your overview of the research. For more on the topic of play being the work of children check out a TEDx talk by an ECC graduate student https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7y6ZgQCnvw If you are looking for a place that does flashcard drills and gives 3 year olds homework, look elsewhere. This is not an "academic" preschool. This is a preschool where children are given the space and opportunity to be children and learn in developmentally appropriate ways, which research shows prepares them so well for later academic study. It is also a place where your child will develop their love and passion for learning. My child is so excited about school-it's the best part of our week. It's truly breathtaking to see his curiosity nurtured and to know that his first experience with school is joyous and fun-he hasn't gotten the joy and curiosity beaten out of him in the name of Common Core and standardized testing. The community is very diverse-economically, socially, ethnically, and racially and my child is exposed to what the real world looks like. Families come from as south as the Upper West Side and as north as Brewster. ECC families represent the full economic and social spectrum of the US, an achievement that is sadly too rare in the highly stratified society of New York. Families are very involved-it truly feels like a community. The Parents Association is active and sponsors several activities throughout the year for both children and adults that are always well attended and enjoyed. I think it's a great alternative and even superior option in some ways to Bank Street or Barnard's Toddler Center for upper Manhattan and Bronx families because it has more space and outdoor play areas. Children go outside to play in the expansive play areas every class day even in cold weather. The 2s program does require a parent/primary caregiver -can't be a secondary caregiver- to attend with the child the whole year. This only works if one or more parents have flexible jobs or stay at home. I structured my work schedule to be able to accompany my child but not everyone has that privilege. Starting in the 3s program children are dropped off but in accordance with the school philosophy each child separates at their own pace. Lastly, the ECC is a lab school-one of the oldest of it's kind. It serves as a laboratory environment for undergraduate and graduate students. There are always one or several students in addition to teachers and teacher assistants in the classroom. Their main objective is to study and learn from the children but having so many adults in the classroom provides for amazing one-on-one attention. Students (undergrads/grads) are always supervised and mentored by the teacher in the classroom.

Expensive but worth it. My daughter went from failing to passing in little to a month. She was so…read morebelow average it was frightening. The teachers are all veteran educators not teens. Starting her up again in the fall.

My daughter attends Huntington at the Scarsdale/Eastchester location. The administrative staff…read moreand tutors are supportive, professional, and caring. They provide excellent customer service. Their materials and program customization are effective. My daughter's experience here has been very positive. She is motivated to attend her sessions each week. Tutoring ar Huntington is a valuable service. We are happy with our choice. The Managing Director Christina is AWESOME!