My son has been going to MSS for some time now and he has learned so much and has made so many…read morefriends. The owners are amazing and I can't say one thing bad about any of the teachers. My son likes to put on a show in the morning pretending he doesn't want to stay but this is his way to have his teacher come over and hug him and give him extra attention, he's " slick" because it works every time. He is happy when I pick him up and always has something exciting to tell me about his day. I know he is in good hands at My Special Spot

My son has been in the infant room since he was 4 months old, and we couldn't be more grateful to…read morehave found such an excellent daycare. We work long hours so he's there all day (2nd kid in last one picked up), but he's very happy. The teachers are all very kind, the school is very clean, and there's lots of learning and stimulation. He hasn't been ill once (no fevers, ear aches, just the normal sniffles sometimes) which is more than I can say for any of my friends kids. This is because of the strict sanitary protocols there. They also have the best ratio of any daycare, and the teachers in his room are warm, happy, and patient women. All the teachers in general smile and seem to enjoy their jobs. I have absolutely no concerns when he is there, and he gets very excited when I am dropping him off. The school is very well run, and the owner Jeff is always there and knows all the kids and families well. There's a big outdoor play area and playgrounds, a gym area with a ballpit our son loves, a library with tons of books, and it's a nice modern building. They do lots of fun learning activities with the kids like hatching baby chicks, butterflies, zumba, yoga, and music classes. Also the price is the same as every other local daycare, but way more services. We checked them all out and are fully convinced we made the best choice with Special Spot.

Few years after leaving heritage I still think about how bad I feel for not listening to my sons…read morecues. And what different feedback I get from my sons teachers after we left. They never believe the challenges and behaviors he showed there and for a kid who had a hard time with speech, I now know these behaviors were his distress call. Poor buddy. So thankful for all those teachers around him after heritage who saw/see how bright and kind he is and who enjoy him. Also I've seen bad reviews before on this over the years, including the one I placed while there. They somehow disappear.

This is the worst run school I've ever sent a child too and I would absolutely not do it again. The…read moremanagement is horrific and everytime I pick my child up between 4:30 and 5:30 the kids are lined up outside their room just sitting against the wall waiting for their parents. I highly recommend never sending your children here.

We found Solnyshko daycare 5 years ago and had both our kids attend until they started school. We…read moreare so sad to leave our Solnyshko family behind. The teachers, environment and community have been unbeatable. Highly recommend.

Disappointing Experience. As a concerned parent, I feel compelled to share my disappointing…read moreexperience. First and foremost, the lack of communication from staff members was incredibly frustrating. Important updates regarding my child's progress or any incidents at school were nonexistent. There was no way to know what the children were doing all day at this daycare. They would not come home with any projects, homework, not even a piece of artwork in the month and a half we were there. Furthermore, the curriculum seemed outdated and uninspired. My child showed little enthusiasm for the activities provided, suggesting a lack of engagement and stimulation. It's disheartening to witness such a lackluster approach to early childhood education. Aside from the aspects of the education and staff, my child consistently had unusual episodes of accidents and vomiting that did not seem to be linked to any infection or illness. On the most upsetting occasion, during lunch time, my daughter had told a staff member that she needed to use the restroom and was told that she has to wait. She ended up going number two in her pants in the lunch room. She is 4 years old and has never had an accident as such since being potty trained at 2. She consistently told me that they would tell her she has to wait until after lunch to use the restroom. When I spoke to the owner, she was inconsistent with her story about the incident. Originally telling me that she never told anyone she had to use the restroom, then she speaks very quietly and they will have to work with her to speak louder, and finally that the teacher did come up to her and asked her if she had to go number one or number two and she said number one. As if whether she had to pee or poop would make any of this better. Fast forward one week and during lunch the staff member told her to finish her food, but she did not like it. She ended up throwing up instantly as I put her in my car after school and in tears telling me she didn't like the food she was told to finish. All of this could be over looked if I didn't reach out to SEVERAL other families in Livingston that had similar experiences and had left this day care as well. So far I have yet to meet someone who has something good to say about this day care. These are just a few of my experiences at this facility, which I have plenty more of. The owner also has a ridiculous policy to notify them one month in advance if you decide to leave or you lose your deposit. So basically, my child is miserable there and I have to force them to continue to go for one more month or we lose our deposit. Obviously I care for my child far too much to put her through any more of this. I was so upset over this entire experience I did not even bother to return to pick up my children's belongings leaving behind some clothing and slippers for 2 children. Just stay away, there are plenty of lovely and wonderful daycares, including Russian based day cares, around our areas to choose from. This place is very cold and not a pleasant experience for any child or parent.

I do not recommend this daycare or its affiliated brand. My child was frequently sick--almost every…read moreweek. I also noticed unexplained scratch marks on my child's face, and many of the teachers had noticeably long fingernails, which raised concerns. Additionally, there has been a child abuse scandal involving this daycare brand at their Columbus Circle, NY location.

It's so unfortunate how such a lovely facility with such amazing staff can have such a horrible…read moreregional manager. If I were to review the center and it's staff it would be an easy 5/5. My child had such an amazing experience, had such lovely humans love and care for her and received nothing less than great education during her time there. However, if you ever have an issue that you need to discuss beyond the center leadership team please let Maura Ryan be the last person you speak to. Unfortunately I had a tuition related matter to discuss in which the Center Director believed deserved to be escalated to her boss (Maura) and what a horrible experience that was. Before even meeting Maura had made on 2 separate occasions the same comment stating "I don't know what she expects to happen. I am going to help her" and unfortunately was not very mindful of her surroundings when making the comment. How sad and disappointing to hear that an individual who has never met you and knows nothing about you AND works for Bright Horizons FAMILY SOLUTIONS already had no intention of giving you a solution. Nonetheless, I gave her the benefit of the doubt , thanked her for meeting with me and explained the situation. Unfortunately, as expected Maura was of no help.Instead, she presented a very condescending attitude, smirked after every word/point I tried to make, constantly spoke over me and eventually told me that effective Monday (this conversation was yesterday, Thursday 01/23) my daughter would no longer be allowed in the center if tuition was not paid in full KNOWING that the meeting was about the error that someone on her team made with my tuition. I understand business is business and that just like all of us who have our children in child care, she has a job to follow. Making me waste my time meeting with her knowing she was not going to do anything to help me (keeping in mind she had already said this) , smirking and giggling when it was very evident that I was extremely upset about the situation , dismissing everything I had to say and taking 0 accountability as to how this has been going on for 3 months and she has once again done NOTHING to even try to help me hence why this is the first time I spoke to this individual in the 3 months this has been occurring is absolutely not part of the job she is expected to follow. I will never tell you to not bring your children here instead I would encourage it because again, the center, the staff, the love and care is amazing and truly what made me so sad to have to wake my child up from her nap to take her away from the place that she was so happy and thriving in all because Maura instead of saying "let's come up with a solution" or "let me try to see what I can do to help you" told me my child could not be at the center. However, I will say if you ever have an issue that for whatever reason cannot be solved through the center leadership team, let Maura be the last person you speak to. My experience with Bright Horizons has always been exceptional but it really upset me to see that someone like this represents a company that is so faithful to finding solutions for families.

We have taken our son to Chatham KinderCare since he was 3 months old and he is now 2 years old…read more Every class and teacher we've had so far has been absolutely wonderful. He has learned a lot, gotten to interact with other children, and loves going each day. They run an excellent center and would recommend to anyone looking in the area. Food is provided which is a great help!

I have only the best things to say about Chatham Kindercare. My family moved from Manhattan to a…read morelocal town and I was looking for a great facility that would offer the smoothest transition from the private preschool/full-time nanny combination we had in the city. We needed long hours since both my husband and I commute into NYC. We visited around 6 different daycares and preschools and this one had the longest hours from 6:30am-7pm and the brightest and cleanest facility stocked full of toys/books. Ms. Jaime the site director was extremely welcoming from the onset and took time to get to know each of my children from day one. All the teachers are very nice, warm, and engaged with the children. My children really enjoyed their time there. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to any of my friends or family.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Little Duck Day School (LDDS)! From the moment we walked…read morethrough the doors, we felt an overwhelming sense of warmth and professionalism. The staff is incredibly attentive, caring, and genuinely invested in the well-being and development of each child. The facility itself is adorable and thoughtfully designed to create a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment. My child is always excited to go to daycare and comes home with the biggest smile, eager to share all the fun activities and new things they've learned. The curriculum is well-rounded, incorporating a perfect balance of educational activities, creative play, and physical exercise. Communication with parents is top-notch. We receive regular updates, photos, and detailed reports on our child's progress, which gives us peace of mind and keeps us connected to their daily experiences. The staff is always approachable and responsive to any questions or concerns we might have. What truly sets LDDS apart is the genuine sense of community they foster. They organize wonderful events and activities that bring families together, creating a supportive network that extends beyond the daycare walls. In summary, this place is a gem in our town. They provide exceptional care, a nurturing environment, and a strong foundation for our child's growth and development. We are incredibly grateful to have found such a fantastic daycare and highly recommend it to any parent looking for the best care for their little ones! Miss Amanda has been such a big impact in our lives. My family has never been happier.

This place is magic for my daughter, and was for her big brother before her. Children and parents…read moreare treated with kindness and respect. The atmosphere is calm, a welcome respite from busy lives. My son has a wonderful grasp of numbers thanks to all his hard work with the math beads. My daughter found her voice and made her first friends in the 2's program. The community of parents, teachers, and administrators is wonderful. We love MMS!

Both of my daughters attended Madison Montessori School and both loved it. It was a nurturing…read moreplace where children were treated with respect and loved learning. The teachers and staff seemed happy to be there and were dedicated to the children. My husband is convinced that both our girls' confident and direct way of dealing with adults is a result of their relationships with teachers and staff at Madison Montessori. The girls still recall the school fondly and remark on how relatively "boring" public school kindergarten was.

My twins have been attending FVCDS since they were 16 months old; they are now nearly 5 and are…read morepreparing to go to kindergarten this Fall 2020. The owner Miss Aimee is wonderful and hands on. Very easy going and accommodating! The teachers love the kids as if they were their own. I am very confident in our choice to send our children to FVCDS as I have seen them grow to respectful, kind and intellectual little humans!

My kids enjoy this place as much, if not more than, the higher end places we used prior to moving…read moreto the area. They get lots of exercise and adore the staff. My 5 year old is in the summer camp program and LOVES it. It was a great decision for our family.