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    The Learning Experience - Middletown NJ

    The Learning Experience - Middletown NJ

    (3 reviews)

    We used to truly love this school, which makes this very hard to write. Unfortunately, there has…read morebeen a serious decline in care, communication, and professionalism. There has been constant staff turnover, frequent shuffling of children from class to class, and very little consistency -- especially for my younger son. Many days I didn't even know what room he would be in. That lack of stability is concerning for young children. There have also been concerns about ratios and a lack of accountability when issues were raised. On one occasion, I picked up my son in a diaper that clearly had not been changed for an extended period of time. I'm also aware of an incident where a child was hurt and parents were not notified. These things are unacceptable. When I mentioned that I was considering switching schools and simply asked what the transition process would look like, management took it upon themselves to decide our last day without me formally giving notice. It felt like the decision was made for us rather than with us. The ultimate dealbreaker was when the owner grabbed me in the hallway and said, "You are really screwing me," in front of my children, other parents, and staff. I have never been spoken to in such a disrespectful and unprofessional manner. I was completely taken aback. As a parent, I will always advocate for my children. It's heartbreaking because we once trusted and appreciated this school. I truly hope meaningful changes are made for the sake of the children and staff. It should also be mentioned that they do have a handful of excellent teachers left, namely Ms Vanessa In Preschool 2. She truly goes above and beyond to her students and her love for teaching show's. She'd be better suited at a school that appreciates her.

    We attended Learning Experience in Middletown for almost two years. While it started out great, the…read morelast few months showed a major decline. Staff turnover was extremely high, far beyond what we've seen at other centers. Leadership issues were obvious, and staff morale was very low. The final straw was when our son was injured at school (bloody nose and facial bruising) and we were never notified. There was no incident report available at pickup, and we only learned about the injury ourselves. An incident report was emailed two days later, after we raised concerns. We were not upset about the injury itself -- accidents happen. The issue was the lack of communication, documentation, and accountability. We pulled our twins out the very next day. We have since reported the school to the state over classroom ratio concerns. We are happy to speak privately with parents who are considering this daycare center and would like more information.

    A B Seas Schoolhouse - Outdoor play.

    A B Seas Schoolhouse

    (4 reviews)

    We are so glad we found A B Seas for our princess. We were new in town and the area in general, but…read morefrom the first visit to our daughter's first day they have been fantastic. Finding the right place to take care of the most important person in you life isn't always easy, but we 100% made the right choice. The teachers are all amazing, Gloria, Sidney, Liz, everyone really. They are so loving, caring and involved with each child. Tina, the owner is so helpful and friendly. You really feel like family here. They even held a get together with bouncy house, food, etc. It was so great to meet the other teachers and parents. My daughter is happy to go there every morning and just lights up when she is dropped off (when was the last time you felt that way about "school?") and she even gets a little grumpy when she leaves. They take such good care of her and you can see the pure joy in all the kids from the photos they post. The facility is clean, convenient and well maintained. I honestly can't recommend them enough. Of all the places we looked this was the only one that truly felt "right."

    I've been meaning to write this review for a while. I had my son in A, B, Seas from the time he…read morewas one till he was almost two. Tina and her employees are wonderful. A, B, Seas has a real familial feel. They took care of my son better than I could have hoped and that became even more clear when we moved away, and I had to put my son in a different daycare. The new daycare is good, but it doesn't hold a candle to A, B, Seas. The child to caretaker ratio is similar, and what they do with the children seems to be similar, but I can't put a price on the personal touch Tina uses in her business. We felt like part of the family, and I always felt like my son was truly cared for when he was there. It is a stressful thing to leave your child with people you don't really know (sometimes it's stressful to leave your child with people you do know).. If you have the opportunity to get your child into A, B, Seas - don't stress and don't hesitate. You will be happy you did.

    Bright Kidz Preschool & Daycare

    Bright Kidz Preschool & Daycare

    (19 reviews)

    As a parent, there's no greater peace of mind than knowing your child is safe, loved, and thriving…read moreand that's exactly what we've found at Bright Kidz. From day one, the teachers and staff have been incredibly attentive, nurturing, and genuinely invested in our daughter's growth and happiness. We've seen such amazing development in her , socially, emotionally, and academically and it's clear that the care and guidance she receives every day is a big part of that. The environment is always clean, cheerful, and thoughtfully organized to support learning and play. It's a place where children are not only cared for, but truly cherished. Every drop-off is met with smiling faces, warm greetings, and a sense of calm reassurance. We feel comfortable leaving her there, knowing she's in the best hands possible. We're beyond grateful to be part of this daycare family. Thank you for helping our little one grow with love and confidence!

    From the moment my husband&I toured bright kidz we were treated like family. They go above and…read morebeyond for all the kids. My son has learned so much. He truly looks forward to school every day. Miss Jessica makes sure your child has the best day possible every day. Maureen&Linda in the office are so sweet and nice always greet you with a smile. In my opinion there is no better place to send your children but here. The cherry on top? Every Friday Is pizza Friday!!! If your looking for a daycare/school look no further check this place out immediately.

    First Discoveries - childcare - Updated May 2026

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