If you are looking for a daycare with genuine loving teachers and a safe and nurturing environment,…read morethis is the place to go. When i was looking for a daycare for my one year daughter that was closer to home Emma Daycare is the first one that came up when i put in my criteria. I visited them and it was love at first sight! The first thing that i was happy about is that to enter the classroom every parent had to wear booties, which keeps the classroom clean and germ free rather than each and everyone walking in with dirty shoes. This is a place where kids spend 8-9 hours daily and it is very important the environment is clean and dirt free to ensure they do not fall sick. I have never had my child with a dirty/runny nose as the teachers have always been kind enough to clean them so that when i pick them up in the evening they are still like they were in the morning. My daughter hardly fell sick while she was there. The teachers are extremely patient and tolerant and even though she took her time to be potty trained they never showed attitude when they had to clean her. Every year she had wonderful teachers who genuinely love the children and not just a show of. Academically they are very focused and if a child needs to be challenged because they may be ahead to behind the class they are done without questions. In addition to academics the extra curricular activities like Champ Fusion, Jujitshu, Dance all being in one places saved me the effort of driving her around as i did have another child to cater to. The Winter Shows, Monday Day, Pumpkin picking even the Photographs that were taken professionally have all only added to our wonderful experience and i would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this daycare to everyone i meet. (In fact i have referred a few). Oh did i mention food? It yummy and my daughters still asks for it! Thank you Emma Daycare for taking such good care of my daughter.

After doing a virtual tour and taking the time to visit Emma daycare with my 2 year old child, I…read morecalled to find out about registering my child to attend. Despite the fact that I left two voicemails, no one bothered to call me back. I find it extremely disturbing that a daycare center was so unresponsive when they are responsible for looking after young children. Parents should be able to get in touch with a daycare easily in case of any emergencies. After informing me during the tour that they had space for my child, it was bizarre that they didn't call me back. Perhaps they didn't respond because they're racist and didn't want my African American child at their Russian daycare. Either way, it was insulting and they are extremely unprofessional. I would definitely not recommend this daycare to anyone.

Children are sick Wayyyyy toooo much in this facility…read more The children don't learn much and are NOT prepared for the transition to kindergarten No improvement in children Avoid Ms Alicia she's a mean teacher who many mothers complain about . This school is biased and must be shut down !

Esthetics: KinderCare was very nice esthetically; our location resembled a cute little schoolhouse…read morewith clean grounds, clean interior (you don't smell any odor of poop or bleach... like some places I've toured), and definitely bright and airy. Everything I was looking for of the ideal poster image daycare. Both classrooms (1s and 2s); large & spacious, with sections for play, reading , lunch/craft table, and diaper changes/toileting; every child had there own cubby area w/ coat hook and bin (that have their facial picture and their names - cute touch!). Price Tag: Ideal = costly. The school tuition is expensive, however there are two perks; tuition includes blankets and all meals. You supply the typical stuff -- diapers and wipes (ointment, etc). There are additional classes called Learning Adventures (offered for an additional fee $50 per child), I signed my kids up for Music, which in my opinion was a waste of money. My children never hymned or sung the songs they learned at home. At the school they attend now, they do. The teachers there all seemed very nice and pleasant. Class size moderate 2:10 (varies each day). Staff: Stacey DeMarco, the school's director is very nice, however, you will not be dealing with her most of the time. It will be either Kristin, whom is the Asst Director and/or Megan, renamed the Program Specialist -- those two were not always the most personable or easy to talk to. In my opinion, that can make or break a school, and it definitely played a part with me removing my kids. Credentials: The school was in the final stages of becoming NAEYC accredited, which by now they are. However, the overall education factor wasn't there for me. I was looking for more of a preschool setting, with curriculum and pre-K preparation. It appeared to be more Playtime oriented, 1 and 2 year olds play, yes, but not all day, that didn't sit well with me. Other Stuff: There is definitely a nice diversified mix of kids. However, some of those kids displayed signs of biting, and also very sickly. My children were getting sick very frequently at this school; the policy they adhere to is the State's policy, so only if the child(ren) are feverish, has diarrhea, and/or vomiting -- will the children's parents be called to pick up a child. My daughter was sick and no one ever called me to tell me she was or appeared to be ill (i.e. watery eyes, runny nose, looked pail -- a teacher, and one who is a mother, should definitely be able to pick up on those signs). When a parent calls and everything is always fine or great, that raises an eyebrow for me, especially when its week one and two, and this is their first time going to school.

We are incredibly grateful for our nine-month journey with Lightbridge Academy Fair Lawn. From the…read morevery beginning, we felt welcomed, supported, and confident that our daughter was in caring hands. A special thank you to Lisa and Colleen from the administrative team for always being so kind, approachable, and supportive. Their warmth and dedication made us feel like more than just families at the center -- we truly felt heard and cared for. And an especially heartfelt thank you to Ms. Sagine, who has been an absolutely amazing teacher. Her patience, love, understanding, and genuine care for our daughter have meant so much to our family. She created a safe and nurturing environment where our daughter could grow, learn, and become more comfortable in her own time. We will always be grateful for the love and support she gave her throughout this journey. Thank you to the entire Lightbridge Fair Lawn team for making these nine months such a positive and memorable experience for our family. We will always treasure the wonderful memories and the people who played such an important part in our daughter's journey.

We have had such a wonderful experience with Lightbridge Academy, and I truly cannot say enough…read moregood things about the school, the staff, and the caring environment they have created for the children. A very special thank you to Lisa (Location Director) and her entire team for doing such an amazing job. Lisa is always welcoming, approachable, and genuinely cares about the children and their families. You can really see the effort she and her team put into creating a safe, positive, and nurturing environment where kids feel comfortable, happy, and excited to come to school. I also want to give a special shout-out to Sagine, their class teacher for the incredible care and attention she gave to my daughter. She has been so patient, caring, and thoughtful, and it is clear that she truly loves what she does. Knowing that my daughter was in such caring hands gave us tremendous peace of mind. What I appreciate most is that this doesn't feel like just a daycare--it feels like a place where children are genuinely cared for, encouraged, and treated like family. The positive environment, friendly staff, and attention to each child really makes a difference. We are very grateful to Lisa, Sagine, and the entire Lightbridge Academy team for everything they do every day. Highly recommend Lightbridge Academy to any parent looking for a safe, caring, and nurturing place for their child!

Moved to Paramus from the city. My then 3yo learned his ABCs and 123s fast. I checked in AMSHQ.org…read more(American Montessori Association) prior and found this to be a member school. They do practice Montessori in the classrooms and encourage independence and practical life skills on top of academics. Also love the fact that food is provided, the staff are great, and they have an app where they send regular updates and pictures and communicate with parents. They recently moved to a new building so everything is nice and shiny. Other sites seem to have more reviews than Yelp, but I'd recommend doing more research on the school as an option, we couldn't be happier.

I must admit, it has been quite a few years since I was 3 years old and attended Pre School &…read moreKindergarten... but here goes: *Note* this review is for the Pre-School ONLY* I came to the US when I was three. My parents didn't speak English, and my mom put me in Nursery School for a few hours/day to 'socialize' me since I was an only child (back then, awww, the good ol' days. KIDDING!) I have fond memories of this place as a kidlet.... Miss Olga and Miss Anita were our 'teachers' and even though I was the only non-English speaking kid (for, it seemed, miles around,) they were so patient with me.. imagine! me! not even able to ask if I could go to the bathroom without bursting into tears. Come to think of it, I don't even remember being inside, as we all usually played outside in the big playground- one scary memory is of me hitting my head on the Big Stone Turtle (which I think has since been removed) and ending up getting an Xray. (The scariest part was the xray, not hitting my head!) Five stars for happy memories of finger painting, dressing up in my little kimono for international day, playing on the swings (their swings were the *best*)! (My little bro went here, too!)

My daughter went here for camp one year. She wanted to go so much cause of very good…read morerecommendations from her classmates. We enrolled her. The owners were very rude, but the teacher who gave us a tour was nice. Long story short, this was 3 years ago and every time we drive by this school, my daughter comments on how much she felt lonely when she was left alone crying inside, while the adults told each other to let her cry, how she was pushed to eat something she didn't want to and.how rude and irresponsible the staff was. If you don't mind your kids to be treated this way, go ahead, enroll them here. You were warned!

Very impressed with. Went for Childs birthday. First half hours is arts and crafts with guidance …read more Next hour play and staff was involved . Then to party room to eat . No problem with 25 kids attending, which is probably maximum. Good parking lot.

I love kidville! Every location has been absolutely amazing!…read moreI have worked for the Hoboken one teaching dance, art, rr and the preschool classes. I also have loved this location. Theure your 1 stop shop for babies and kids 5 months or so until about 6 on average.

Here is a review from Leslie Goldstein that I thought would share: I recommend everything about the…read morePalisades Preschool family! It's a truly enriching environment where you see your children grow exponentially, truly! Now I can say It's even better the second time around with your grandchildren as my grandson is graduating this year from Class 5! I also remember every single day of my daughter's years there and her darling cousin. They both had fabulous experiences with the original cast and crew. My sister and I went to help class 3 bake and gave the girls teacher a block of dough! They were wonderful about it and we all had a good laugh. The children come home and tell the parents everything so you know the staff is amazing! I love my grandson's teachers. They are amazing as are all grades. He teaches me about space and more! Oh, we all started with the toddler class and recommend it highly. Best place for your little ones to begin and you can peek in! 5 stars don't look further! I didnt even mention the enrichment programs with music and dance and more. I especially love the chicks that hatch each year. I remember it from my childhood. They are the best! From a loving Mom and Nana xoxo

My granddaughter is just finishing up her first year at Palisades Preschool in the Toddler 2s…read moreprogram. She started in September with three full days a week and loved it so much her parents increased her to five days. This was her very first time away from home, and the teachers were incredibly kind and reassuring. We were worried in the beginning about how she would adjust, but they sent sweet photos of her being comforted and held, and thanks to their warmth and patience, she adjusted beautifully. Before long, she was eagerly looking forward to school each day! She adores all the special classes, but music with Miss Momo on Fridays is definitely her favorite. One of the highlights of the year was the holiday show they performed for the families. Seeing those little ones dressed as elves, singing, and shaking their instruments putting their whole hearts into it was absolutely precious. Our granddaughter has truly blossomed at Palisades Preschool. She's become quite the social butterfly and talks all the time about her friends at school. The teachers often send photos and videos during the day, and it's so clear from those big smiles that the kids are having the time of their lives while learning and growing. On days that I pick her up from school, I'm amazed at how joyful and excited all the children are at Palisades Preschool. It's been such a wonderful year, and while we're a little sad to see it end, we're thrilled she'll be joining the summer camp and moving on to the 3s class this fall.

Wow! They are amazing. My daughter has been going here since 4 months old and she loves all the…read morestaff. She has formed safe bonds with them and it's so lovely to see. She loves being with the other kids and she eats real good there! She comes home exhausted and happy. She's over a year old now and every morning when we talk about going to daycare, she smiles and giggles. Best decision I ever made for childcare !

I could not say enough about why I like this school. I originally looked at another school in the…read morearea and was torn between which one to send my daughters to. When I bumped into a coworker at Jenn's Junction and she told me that her daughter LOVED the place it was a no-brainer. I immediately registered my twins. Since Day 1, I have been happy with that decision. The work ethic is apparent of not only teachers but especially the staff. Ms Anita and Ms Jenn are super accommodating, loving, flexible, enthusiastic, etc etc etc. In addition, when my daughters had trouble acclimating in the beginning, they made it a point to walk them down to their classroom and were super hands-on. One day Ms Anita heard my daughter saying she had a bad day and she immediately walked down the hall to ask her why and comfort her. I could go on and on and on. The children's days are filled with writing and reading and puzzles and hands-on activities, as well as yummy snacks and lunches and nap time! All in all an A+ according to me! oh and I should also add that whenever I email Ms Jenn she is on it. She responds fast and is ready to answer any questions or give me feedback. Love love love! Nice to know my daughters are in good hands when I drop them off and head to teach myself!