Both of my children are in middle school and have been at Hackley since Kindergarten. Although many…read morepeople think the curriculum is rigorous, the students are well prepared for the academics in university and are able to organize and perform well on their own. The campus is beautiful but most importantly the teachers are amazing educators who genuinely care for the students and often have their own children in the school. My husband and I could not be happier with Hackley.

I contacted the Hackley Alumni Relations Office for a reason I do not feel like getting into now on…read moreyelp. It was all innocent enough. I spoke with Margie, in charge of Alumni Connections who told me to call back on Friday when she would have more time to speak with me and handle my issue. I remember feeling as if it can be handled right then and there when I explained it to her, and it wasn't so complicated. In fact the whole thing would have taken all but three minutes no matter how we resolved it. I left not one but two voice messages for her on that Friday at her request and she never called back. This was two weeks ago yesterday. I do not think she forgot and I don't think she is that busy. If she forgot to call back or didn't have time, then she can't handle her job very well. I feel as if it was done purposely though. If she does not want or is unable to cater to someone, there are more professional ways of handling it than telling a person to call in order not to call. I was surprised to see that such a fine institution as Hackley, hires staff that do not represent the extraordinary excellence they pride everyone else in their school in having; teachers, students and families. I think Hackley should have higher standards when screening out for certain roles such as Director of Alumni Engagement to better set an example for their students on how to interact with people.

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.

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.

A truly excellent place to learn and grow. Excellent academics and test scores continually outpace…read morepublic schools. A smaller environment with big results. My son is happy and thriving!

From the owner: Transfiguration School, founded by the Carmelite Friars, is regarded as one of Westchester's finest…read moreelementary schools because of its strong commitment to educational excellence. Situated in historic Tarrytown, New York, Transfiguration opened its doors in 1949. Today, Transfiguration School is part of the Central Westchester Catholic School Region and continues its tradition of educational excellence. It is not by chance that Transfiguration has earned a place of high recognition within the academic community. Over the years, Transfiguration School has matured and grown adhering to the belief that a commitment to excellence in all areas of education would result in a school that would produce qualified, caring Christians.

The employees are very friendly and my son is very happy to go there every day and they they teach…read moremy son to speak Spanish

My experience with Little Superheroes Daycare was very disappointing, and I ultimately withdrew my…read morechild. My child benefits from structure, consistent supervision, and clear communication. I did not feel this program met her needs. My child came home very hungry every day, which made me concerned about how much she was eating. I asked for pictures of the meals being served and of her eating, but those requests were not fulfilled. The menu listed dinner, but my experience left me questioning whether she was receiving the meals described. Sseeing children running around without apparent structured or educational activities, even though pickup was at 6 p.m. She described children climbing, running through the hallway, and bumping into one another despite several staff members being present. She also reported seeing some children offered snacks while others were not, and cleaning products being sprayed around 5:30 p.m. while children were still nearby. These reports raised concerns for me about supervision and safety. On one occasion, I personally saw a baby sitting on the floor crying while another child, who appeared to be an older sibling, tried to comfort the baby. Staff were walking nearby, but I did not see them respond during the time I was watching. That concerned me. In my experience, staff communication, television programs, and songs were predominantly in Spanish, with very little English. I welcome my child learning another language and have no objection to a bilingual environment. However, I would have appreciated a balance of English and Spanish, with communication and activities that supported her individual language and developmental needs. I have since found another daycare run by a psychologist who showed me her credentials and training certificates. She also showed me her assistants' credentials, including their training hours and teaching assistant certifications. She explained her structured preschool program and how she supports children's learning and development. The cost is the same as what I was paying at Little Superheroes. My advice to other parents is to do your due diligence. Ask to see credentials, certifications, and training documentation for the owner and everyone caring for your child. Ask about meals, supervision, daily activities, and how the program supports children with special needs. I wish I had asked more questions instead of assuming. I wanted more than babysitting. I wanted a safe, structured environment where my child could learn, grow, and receive support for her individual needs. Based on our experience, I did not feel Little Superheroes provided that. For the same money, I found a program that gives me much greater confidence in my child's care.

I am proud to have been able to bring both children to Pooh and Friends. My oldest started at 7…read moremonths an he flourished under Barbara's care. He has excelled with his language skills as development skills. My youngest started at 6 months and was a little bit more of a sensitive soul. She required a bit more time to get comfortable in a new environment. Barbara and the team were patient and nurturing during this transition time and now she loves going to school everyday. I love that both kids were in a group of different aged children but still had a very individualized program. I love that they had field trips, lots of fresh air and learning experiences. Both children would come home happy, clean and nourished. I know they were in good hands. Barbara and her team are friendly, accommodating, loving and caring.

My toddler has been attending this Day Care for the past month and I am beyond happy with the staff…read moreand owner Ms. Barbara. For parents who are nervous about leaving their little ones at a Day Care like I was, you have nothing to worry about here. Very grateful with the entire team!

Excellent School !!!…read more This program has exceeded all of my expectations. From the moment I stepped through the doors on the tour, I knew this was a special place. The staff here are incredibly dedicated and caring, creating a warm and nurturing environment for the students. The curriculum is fantastic!!! Tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. I've witnessed remarkable growth in my child's

Sadly, this school is not what we thought it was. They promised a lot of things but could not…read moredeliver and the new principal, Amanda is running it into the ground. She doesn't call parents back and does what she wants. The board has no clue what goes on and the executive director likes it like that. She's making over $200,000 and doesn't list to parents or teachers. There's a high turnover and not all teachers are licensed. Very disappointing!

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.