This is both a genuine reflection of the services we have received from Discovery Village and a…read morefull-throated rebuke of a recent 1-star review by a clearly ill-intentioned person. Since enrolling our son in July 2019, we have been provided nothing short of high quality child care by a supportive, compassionate, and safety-minded staff and leadership team. We were present during the transition to the current web/app-based communication and documentation tool. It has provided us with a more than adequate level of security and connectivity with the daycare. Since the roll-out of the system last year, it was made clear that it was the parents' responsibility to check-in children on arrival. To think that a teacher should take the extra time - away from the other kids in class - to make up for your own irresponsible mismanagement of the platform is selfish and ridiculous. I, for one, am completely satisfied that the teachers prioritize direct care of the children over task-saturation within an online recording tool. The app-based tool has also provided parents with secure, direct access through a bluetooth-enabled unlocking system. Anyone that would consider providing access to this app to an unauthorized person is a security risk, and I think we are a safer community with this person gone. When I exit the facility, I either wait for someone entering to do so with their own access or I confirm with the staff at the front desk that the person belongs here before opening the door. I hope that everyone would challenge me in the same way when I enter! We are a community of families and should each have a vested interest in the safety of our children that supercedes an ease-of-access mindset. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 health crisis, the leadership at Discovery Village has been completely transparent about the challenges of both managing a business and meeting the demands of working parents in this environment. The center quickly adapted to the new normal by implementing more than the State-required sanitation protocols and providing regular updates to families. We suspended our enrollment in late March and returned to the village in May and have had ZERO complications. The idea that Discovery Village is, was, or has been lax about their cleaning and COVID protocol mandates is a baseless and belligerent accusation. This team is professional to the core! I would be remiss to not mention that our son absolutely loves his teachers at Discovery Village. He is happy as can be every day we pick him up and his learning and curiosity is clearly nurtured. I recommend this center to anyone looking for high quality care by a team that is genuinely invested in the well-being and development of your child. Thank you for all that you do.

Discovery Village has been absolutely wonderful for our girls. From the warm greetings every…read moremorning by Stephanie, Yasmill, and Krystallyn at the front office, to the kindness and dedication of their teachers throughout the day, we've felt genuinely supported and cared for. They truly live by the saying "it takes a village"--actively involving parents and creating a real sense of community and family. The only reason we're leaving is due to a major change for our family, and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Discovery Village to all of our friends and family.

Absolutely AMAZING program! We enrolled our 2 children at Lightbridge Elmsford when they first…read moreopened in October of 2019 and have zero complaints. Our son spent a year in the Pre-K class before entering Kindergarten and our toddler daughter is still there. It has done wonders for both of their socialization and learning skills and helped our daughter make up so much lost time from what she missed during the first 6 months of being home bound in COVID. The directors and teachers are excellent with the kids, the cameras and app make keeping track of their progress and milestones a breeze. We already miss all of the shared information and access having our son in Kindergarten. HIGHLY recommended.

Lightbridge Academy of Elmsford is fantastic. My daughter has been enrolled there for 3 years. We…read moreare impressed with their curriculum. I love that it focuses on the "whole child." The activities that they plan are age appropriate and fun. The events that they have for the families are so much fun. WE LOVE going to all the events. Their summer carnivals, fall festivals and holiday events are geared for all family members. We cannot wait for the next event.

This is a review for the summer camp, only, where my seven-year-old Onondaga Chief has been going…read morefor two years in a row. Adam Wallach and Ken Barer do an incredible job of running the camp, marketing it, communicating with parents, rallying kids for weekly spirit days -- and generally rockin' it. The kids swim twice day and are given just the right amount of freedom for their age. My guy was thrilled to ride his bike around on trails independently (without a grownup following closely) in mountain biking. Picky eater though he is, he seems to eat decently well, carbo-loading every day at lunch. Kids get occasional treats like fruit sushi, which the kids get to make themselves, trips to an ice cream truck, and cold (not-too-unhealthy) popsicles in the afternoon. Our guy kept telling us about eating fresh strawberries at lunchtime that were picked, he said, from the camp's own strawberry patch. (I can't verify this claim; it did seem like it'd take an improbably long growing season and an awfully, awfully large patch of strawberries to supply all those hungry kids for the summer.) Counselors keep the kids hydrated in the heat, buses are shockingly timely (MTA should take note!). Bus counselors do a great job of communicating bus arrival times. Activities are varied and interesting, including options like "mining," water works, pottery, archery, crafts, farming(!), all manner of sports (tennis, soccer, baseball, etc..) -- and there is always something new going on. My guy was excited to go from the moment he woke up each morning. Yes, the camp is guilty of blatant cultural appropriation -- but we get that at this point, there's monetary value in the branding that makes change difficult. At least they're changing the logo in coming years. We'd be thrilled if they actually taught the kids a bit about the tribes of the Haudenosaunee / Iroquois Confederacy that the groups are named after. (Our son reports that there is some sort of small "museum" on the grounds with a few artifacts found on-site.) We did some of our own research. All in all a fabulous, fun way to spend the summer. Our guy is counting the years until he gets to be a counselor himself.

Stay away!!! This place has a "happy camper policy" for refunding if your kid is not happy. There…read moreis a chance that your kid is bullied or hurt and you want to get out of this scam. They do not gove your money back. Stay away and keep your hard earned money!! We had the worst experience ever. Terrible camp director and unresponsive staff.

Ann and Andy has been the best place for my two kids. They are excited to go each day and have…read morethrived in this safe and nurturing environment since they were infants. I am so grateful to this place and the wonderful staff for loving and caring for my kids!

Just called and someone very impatient couldn't help me locate the email address to submit the camp…read moreapplication once done. I was interested in enrolling my child but now never. This camp was recommended to me by a group of parents that have enrolled their children and I will make sure to tell them about the awful experience. I just had. Whomever answered the phone at 12:27pm should be fired. I would never ever want my child to attend a camp for children and be exposed to this staff member that lacks professionalism and respect for customers that call asking simple questions about how to find the camp email address on the company website. I will do her the pleasure of posting my review on YELP! She had a disgusting attitude!

First of all let me say - not every daycare is perfect for every family…read more My son started at Little Years when he was 9 months old. My daughter started when she was 4. In the past 2 years - I have had times when I was frustrated - I would vent to friends and "hypothesize" and then I would talk to the Director or the Assistant Director. Every time I would wish that I had taken the time to address my issues with Danielle and Stacey before I allowed myself to get worked up. It's a stressful thing leaving your baby with someone else - and I had a lot to learn about how to ask the right questions. But, they are always willing to talk through your concerns! They want their families to be happy. They can also be fairly tough with their staff - but, honestly, I can't imagine a harder job than running a daycare - being responsible for staff and families and babies. That being said - I have also witnessed really thoughtful, kind interactions between the Director and her staff. My daughter was well prepared for kindergarten by her year in room 9. She still stops in to give Miss Bri a hug when we drop off my son. My son gives everyone hugs and says "I love you" as we leave "school". I have seen a whole table of children (unprompted) get up from their table to give Danielle a hug - just because she happened to stick her head in the room to get a room count from the teacher. My little man absolutely thrived as a baby (no strange rashes and he was always in either a bouncy or in the little baby gated area playing with a teacher when I would pick him up - unless he was actually napping in his crib). He continues to be warm, loving, smiley and happy! He has learned to walk, feed himself, sing songs and talk (he's one of very few not potty trained for his age group - but that's because I'm in no rush). (We love Miss Lacey, Miss Jessica, Miss Cindy, Miss Kim and Miss Hannah). Also - get to know the families who are there. We have met some of he nicest, most down to earth parents at Little Years.

My older son has gone through little years right before the pandemic hit (he was 4) and now we have…read moreour second son (2yo) attending while his older brother is in kindergarten. This daycare has become part of the family. They are warm and welcoming and I always feel confident that my son is in good hands and is HAPPY! It's so nice to get updates on the app with a picture or that he's napping or his activity. He has flourished here and I couldn't be happier!

was here for a birthday party today. Let me tell you it's…read morein a corporate complex so if you are searching for it you'll need to look closely at the signs. Once inside it was very clean and very open. they had very clean bathrooms as well. they have a nice toddlers and young children's play area as well as a larger tennis, soccer, and dance studio. Additionally they have private party rooms which were great. A very well organized and friendly place for a kids party. They do not take photos of your kids so please remember to bring your own camera!

Very overwhelming on a recent cold weekend. They allow walk-ins, and clearly a lot of families…read morewanted an indoor place to play. The indoor climbing equipment is unique and robust. It seemed pretty clean despite kids being everywhere. Adults could fairly easily also use the structure with their kids. Age ranges are pretty big! There's a small area for babies and young toddlers, but otherwise there seemed to be kids between 18 months and 6 or 7 years old in the main spaces. Our favorite part was the larger, open space with balls. There were lots of places to run around. Having an indoor tennis court was unique, but it was a bit crowded on our given day. We entered through the back, through the dance studio entrance, and were a little confused about set-up and cost. I'm surprised they don't have a desk at that entrance.

I cannot believe there are no reviews for this business…read more My 13 month old just completed the Spring session at the YWCA in White Plains. I can't say enough about the teacher Miss Eileen. The class doesn't simply introduce little ones to music, but incorporates many facets of learning development as well. My daughter was the youngest one in the class and even though she doesn't walk, still loved the class. I am signing her up for the summer session. I really have learned a lot of cool techniques to use at home with my toddler. Musical Munchkins offers classes all over Westchester county.

Musical Munchkis came for our son's second birthday party and it could not have been better. She…read morewas incredible at engaging the kids and including the parents. She was in complete control of the party. I was worried that anyone could control 7 two year olds along with their infant siblings. The performer was skilled and the songs were so happy all of the kids were enthralled and attentive. It took the load off of me for having to plan something. I knew Musical Munchkins performed at nursery schools and I am so thrilled they do birthday parties.