My son went to school here for almost 3 years and we loved the experience. What the school lacks in…read morebells and whistles (its an unassuming little school house with a small backyard garden) it more than makes up for that in academics. My son can read and write at a second grade level or better. He "graduated" from kindergarten knowing how to research facts in books and write paragraphs on what he learned. Multiplication, division, algebraic concepts, periodic chart of the elements!?! I would find it hard to believe if I didn't witness it first hand but it is true. The school believes that nothing is out of reach, that a lot of kids are really capable of taking on much more than we give them credit for. Music class with Ms. Davis is not just singing a song. The kids learn to play piano, so if they are playing a piece by Mozart they will learn not only about the music, but history, geography, languages, even math. Everything gets connected. True to the Montessori method the children will spend time in mixed age groups. I feel it has helped my son be comfortable talking to older kids and compassionate and caring to the little ones. Also, the kids were very well behaved. Ms Ada runs a tight ship in regards to manners and behavior. Most of all my son felt at home here, he had friends, love, and a lot of fun. Birthday parties, digging in the garden, Halloween, etc... Ms. Ada and her teachers really go out of their way for the kids. I could go on and on but I really am happy that we sent our son here and I think it was a wonderful foundation for a happy boy.

I would urge all parents to visit the place a couple of times and have the kid acquainted with the…read moresurroundings before making any payment as there are no refunds.

The Embankment School is a magical place for children to learn the life skills they need to…read morenavigate an ever-changing world where social-emotional intelligence and curiosity will prove to be just as important as scholastic achievements. My husband and I so happy with our choice to send our son to this wonderful, progressive school. The founding teachers are highly experienced and have created a brilliant mix of project based, hands-on learning, and academic programs for reading and maths. The individual focus on each child allows students to develop at their own pace both academically and emotionally. Safety has always been very important to us and we've never had a reason to worry about our son's wellbeing while at school. For example, there's a strict rule that the children are never to open the front door to anyone, not even their parents. If they see someone waiting to get in they have to notify a teacher. A few days ago the policy was put to a test. My son saw me through the window when I came to pick him up and in his excitement he forgot the rule and ran out of the classroom to let me in. Before he knew it, the head teacher had caught up with him and she firmly reminded him that for everyone's safety, only the teachers are allowed to open the doors. My son nodded and then they walked down the hall together to let me in. There is a good balance of freedom and creativity on the one had, and discipline and responsibility on the other. Overall our son has thrived tremendously in Kindergarten. School is now like a second home and he is always eager to get there in the morning. Everyday the children get to play outside, regardless of weather. Movement, music and dance is part of the curriculum and arts and crafts are natural components of every project the students are working on. As parents, we couldn't be more pleased with the progress our son is making; he is not only learning to read, add and subtract - he is learning to collaborate, to problem solve, to lead, to innovate and to be an independent thinker. He is not even 6 years old! What an amazing start in life. Thank you Embankment School!

We could not be more impressed with the school that Rachel and Jessica have created. Our girls have…read morereceived the highest form of education, while being allowed to be outdoors (regardless of weather), and given the space to be at their individual levels. We chose to send them to The Embankment School and have never once regretted our decision. I admit it was hard to pass up a space at a local Charter school, but after weighing out the things that were important to us, we felt it was more than worth it to send them there. The children are so happy to go to school each day. They never want to miss a moment. The student to teacher ratio is so amazing that children do not get left behind. From field trips to after school add ons, the education and activities have a huge range. Our kids have participated in farm trips, river walks, talent shows, fencing, Bollywood dance, chemistry and even magic classes. They are building skills that I never imagined they would, are being challenged, and still have time to play and be creative. We believe in progressive education and our children truly receive that there. This does not mean that they "play" in the traditional sense all day. They have learned to read and write but not by doing repetitive workbook/ homework. And the best part is that they WANT to learn. They love to read because they are encouraged to try without fear of being wrong. The way the teachers document the weeks by sending home images and a detailed description of the week, provides parents with questions to ask the children to provoke thoughtful and meaningful communication about their experiences. All in all, the entire experience at Embankment has been extremely positive and empowering while also providing an environment that induces scholastic as well as personal development. Thank you Rachel and Jessica and all of the outstanding teachers there!

Hugs and Bugs Club is as good as it gets. My 4-year old son has been to every camp / program in…read moreHoboken and this is his favorite and his parents. The reasons are quite simple: (I) Ms. Olivia - the owner/operator - pours her life into the program; creates thoughtful / engaging curriculum; and provides a great space for the kids; (ii) My son always learns new things and creates interesting art tied to these - for instance, they had a superhero day and visited the fire station and police station and met w/ the firemen and police officers. The art / books for the week corresponded to this; (iii) the classes are small and personal. My son asked that he have his fourth birthday party at Hugs and Bugs. Of course we obliged and it was fantastic. The kids played in the play space; were read books; and completed a truck-oriented art project (my son loves trucks!). The party was a huge success and Ms. Olivia even coordinated each kid receiving a differentiated kids book and hugs and bugs t-shirt as a gift. The books were amazing and none of the kids had them so both kids and parents were pleased! I couldn't recommend Hugs and Bugs Club enough!

After many months of researching various summer camps for my daughter, I was lucky enough to come…read moreacross Hugs & Bugs. From the moment she stepped into her first day of camp, she could not stop smiling! Hearing about her day and all that she did made me want to be a child again! The themes each week are carried out with such thorough planning and never cease to amaze me! Teachers are kind, nurturing and always coming up with new ideas as well as open to student ideas. I am adding my younger son to attend at the end of the summer. This summer camp is absolutely the best!!!!

Our experience with this preschool, was absolutely amazing and exceeded all our expectations! We…read moresaw ,firsthand, the positive impact it had on my nephew. From the first weeks, the teachers made a genuine effort to support his adjustment, keeping us , thoroughly informed and ensuring he felt secure and always included. That level of communication and Genuine care made a big difference for our family. Their classroom environment is very structured, organized, and welcoming. It is a setup, where the students, are not overly stimulated and they keep it simple, but, yet, very relaxed and productive! Smart Starts Academy has a curriculum , in which, encourages learning through, play while building important social and academic skills. Over time, we noticed improvements in his confidence, language skills, and enthusiasm for learning, which speaks volumes about the quality of instruction and Attentiveness to each student in their classroom! Emotions that each child may carry ,throughout their day, was Never ignored , but rather, very respected and handled with Extreme care and Genuine Understanding! The staff is beyond,professional, attentive, and Deeply committed to each child's development and learning journey! This preschool sets a HIGH standard for early education, and we would confidently recommend it to any family seeking a program that combines strong academics with Genuine care. Furthermore, the fact that, the students are to wear a uniform, distinctively separates, from other schools,especially because, the students are grasping the idea that, "we are going to school" and it clearly shows the difference between all other schools in the area. I absolutely RECOMMEND Smart Starts Academy and it will Not disappoint! The Smart Start Academy is a Great School for each child's first major steps in Learning and socially engaging in Healthy and Sustainable Growth and Development!

Our 3year old has attended Smart Start Academy (SSA Lumbar House) in Jersey City for almost a year…read more We are so happy with the facility, staff and overall program. 1) Love the mandatory uniform. She associates her uniform with "going to school", which is a great visual prompt to get us ready & out the door each day. 2) The administration and staff are so helpful & have been extra accommodating to her special needs. There is a great curriculum including an introduction to Spanish language skills & preschool preparation (tracing letters, using glue sticks & scissors, etc) . It's truly like a school rather than just a daycare facility. She loves her teachers Mrs Ruth & Miss Justine :) 3) The tech used by the facility is great. The app lets us check her in & out for the day with ease. We get information and photo updates throughout the day. 3) Food is healthy and our picky eater never goes hungry.

Outstanding learning institution. Prepares their students for the high school experience. Thank…read moreyou and God bless Sacred Heart School & Church.

Horrible horrible horrible! They don't even deserve one star! Don't waste your time or money…read moresending your children here. I was previously warned about this school and how they don't prepare your children for high school! My children transferred in the middle of the school year, no transcript with the grades they left off with was ever sent to the new school. Multiple requests were sent and they say their information was deleted. Then have the audacity to say that I'm making a big deal because regardless they still received an education. Totally unprofessional, no accountability and a complete waste of money!

My daughter goes to LCCS and I am happy with the school. The circle value that they teach their…read morekids works and helps to keep an environment of love, free of bullying, of love for learning, even the bullies get turned to be better people at this school, it comes naturally since there is a sense of respect for others in this institution. The LCCS system get the parents involved in the school community, get to know the other parents better and the other kids. Another thing I love is that the parents have the same goal, we hold our kids responsible for their effort, and we moved to get our kids in this school because we want a better education for them, better than the current public school system. There are lots of great teachers, a few that are not great (can't lie).

This school gets 60% of what public schools get for funding and is able to do so much because they…read moreare active in the community and have done fundraisers to get by. They have done such a great job that a majority of the graduating 8th graders have been accepted to McNair High School! I believe the tests scores are tops in J.C.! I know my son loves his school and has made a great deal of friends there in the 3 years he has attended.

Very poor management and lack of communication and leadership skills. The academy is just one whole…read morebig classroom and over stimulating environment for kids. Very repetitive and kids seem to get bored very easily. The staff could use a lot more positivity and not be so miserable looking. They also are not very empathetic and pretty much ignore when kids are hysterically crying and seems like they don't know how to handle that in a professional manner but just let the crying kid wonder around ALL day and not even try to engage them in any activities simply bc they don't want to deal with it. Ooh, there's a nice park for them in which they go to on weather allowing days but that's pretty much the only positive thing about this little academy.

We couldn't recommend this sweet little school more. The staff are caring, the learning approach…read more(Bank Street model, similar to Montessori but with an extra focus on mixed-age learning) has been phenomenal for both of our kids. We love that it is a small business owned by two sisters and not a big chain. The interior radiates joy and there are lots of celebrations the families can participate in. They truly care about the children's educational and social-emotional development. This is not a daycare, it's a preschool run by educators and that really shows. We love PPA!

Not sure why it has taken me so long to write a review of TBS! This is such a wonderful school. My…read moreson is in the kindergarten program and my daughter is in one of the young toddler classrooms. They have both been with Brunswick since they were infants. I am so happy we found this community and entrusted them to care for our children. All of the teachers we have had throughout the years have been extremely knowledgeable and caring. Both kids enjoy and look forward to school every day. The meals are a huge time saver (very healthy menu) and the extended hours are a huge benefit for full time working parents. The team has also done an excellent job managing this pandemic. Appropriate safety measures and constant communication. I hope the school keeps adding grades!

We are super satisfied with this school since day one and now it has been almost three years. It's…read morea super fun program, and kids will enjoy crafts, music/dancing, yoga, chess and Mandarin plus since last year, school has various choices of after school activities. In summer, kids will also do water play. In winter, kids might have chances to go to the nearby library and indoor gym. Food is always good which saves parents a lot of time preparing breakfast/lunch/snacks. Teachers and staff are always friendly and teaching method is very fun. In terms of culture, especially in the main campus, culture/backgrounds are very diversified. My kid enjoys the school every day.