My son started Zadies as an infant and will soon graduate their prek program and move on to his…read moredistrict school. I could not be happier with the quality of education and care he received throughout his 4+ years there. This center gets an A+ from me on all metrics.

Upon enrolling into Zadie's early childhood development center I was excited. My child was getting…read moreintroduced to preschool and I was referred to them so I was happy. I informed the school of dietary restrictions for my child and also had given all forms required by them prior to starting from the doctor. Unfortunately this allergy was not taken seriously. On multiple occasions my child was served foods that they were allergic to. After the 1st time I was then told that the allergy chart was not up and that there was a miscommunication and it was understood that there were no restrictions for the child's diet. (Even though there was doctors notes in place) I was also told I would have to bring food from home or that they can serve the sides of the day excluding the protein. I was also told that the child would be separated from the rest of the class to make sure of the possibility of the child eating someone's else food wouldnt happen. I thought this would be a good idea but still from then on I was so paranoid that I would remind the staff the day of and call after lunch each time this item was on the menu to assure my child was ok. On the second occasion I spoke to the teacher who ASSURED me that my child did not eat the allergic item. 30 mins later I get a call that my child actually did and was experiencing allergic reactions. I was told that the teacher, yes the teacher was out of the room durning lunchtime and that the aid served lunch and fail to check the chart. With all that being said if you don't want to micro manage your child's school just skip this one. The staff is undertrained and the most important things get overlooked.

Truly thankful to Linda and the team at MELC for the care they've given my 3 yr old son over the…read morepast year. We were attracted to MELC by the intentionality of their curriculum - a great mix of structure, Montessori-type play, and emphasis on getting outside. They've been teaching children for 30+ years and it shows.. every aspect of their program is done for a reason. Our experience was everything we hoped for and our son absolutely thrived in the full day (8:45am-3pm) program, with parabolic language and social development. There was also a real community focus, with (optional) events almost every month to get parents and kids together. A best-in-class program operated by best-in-class people.

We absolutely love it here. My daughter started last spring and it was incredible to see growth in…read morejust a few short months. The teachers are phenomenal. They care so much about each kid. As parents you have the opportunity to speak with them in the pick up/drop off lines and in parent teacher conferences. They spend a lot of time outside and do lots of arts and crafts. The curriculum is solid and I'm amazed at how much she has learned so far. Beyond that I've seen a positive impact on in my daughters manners, vocabulary, interaction with other kids, etc. I see little mannerisms she has picked up from her teacher that are really sweet, kind and empathetic. They do adorable celebrations for birthdays and an amazing end of school year celebration complete with songs and dance. They have an amazing structure set up for flexibility. There are drop in options for before-care and staying later for lunch. I really can't say enough about MELC. We are so grateful to have found this school.

My son attended Buzzing Bees in East Orange for the majority of the 2019 - 2020 school year.  Below…read moreare a list of pros and cons: Pros: I absolutely LOVED all of his teachers.  His first teacher was kind, supportive, understanding, and supported my son's transition to daycare from home-based care.  His second classroom was the same.  Both of his teachers were caring, understanding and sincere.  My son even developed lasting friendships with his peers! He learned so much in the time he spent there, prior to Covid-19 lockdown.  We will miss his teachers dearly! Cons: The administration at this site is in need of increased professionalism.  A lot of communication has gray areas and is done vaguely, leading to miscommunication, misunderstandings, and tense conversations with the owner.  We have since decided not to return to the center but the manager has decided to keep our deposit, despite our child not attending since the state-wide shut down or reopening.  We clearly spoke about removing him from the roster and that he would potentially have to be on a waitlist upon return because a spot WOULD NOT be held.  We were completely okay with that risk.  Unfortunately, she started singing another tune when we decided not to return and is in turn, holding the deposit hostage. I am extremely disheartened that this was our final moment and experience with the center.  His teachers were amazing educators and individuals.  If I recommended Buzzing Bees of East Orange, NJ to you, I would say please be prepared to communicate and stand up for yourself frequently because the manager will switch things up to her benefit and to make sure she keeps as much money as possible, in any situation- just or unjust. Ms. V- please feel free to respond - I welcome your response.

I love this place and highly recommend it. Only regret was waiting so long to put my daughter in…read morethere. The teachers are so loving.....My daughter was potty trained at 2 years old thanks to them! The place is so clean - I see them cleaning and sanitizing every day and you can tell the difference. At my daughter's former daycare in Glen Ridge she was always sick and the other kids always had runny noises. ...We are moving out of town and I'm so sad... We will miss Buzzing Bees!!!

What luck we didn't make it off the waitlist at the preschool near our house...ending up at…read morePlayhouse was the best thing we could have hoped for for our son, and now daughter. The teachers and directors are incredibly warm and absolutely pros. Career early educators who are nurturing and attentive to children's needs and behaviors. The building is small and very clean, with classrooms that are full of interesting activities and toys that are well kept and well loved. I can't say enough good things, an absolute gem.

Playhouse is an amazing place for children to learn, play and flourish! Our two kids have loved…read moretheir time here and we are so grateful they enjoy coming to school everyday!

My daughter has been at this location since she was about 8 months. I've never had a problem and…read morethe staff are well mannered and professional. Anytime I had an issue it was resolved in a timely fashion. Communication here is very strong. Staff takes pride in taking care of all the children and keeping them safe.

Please do notttttt trust this daycare (cabinet st location, specifically)…read moreThe location is NOT clean. The teachers they have caring for infants are NOT fit for that class.. Alice is a scam, the way she determines what kid she has space for.. Horrible experience..

My daughter is attending a CSI agent training event through her GRO program. There were 4 stations…read moreto learn about fingerprints, blood, DNA and look at microorganisms under a microscope. Each station is run by a staff member, who explains the concept clearly and in a language appropriate for the age group. The kids assume the role of a secret agent as they learn about the skills of an investigator. At the same time the moderator is providing clues for a mystery they need to solve. At the end, they all get training certificates. They seem to enjoy it.

My daughter loves this place! From the moment we walked in to sign her up for classes and when we…read moreleft and she broke into tears because she wanted to do science stuff right away... so we went back in and asked if we could drop in or do something. The teacher asked if we wanted to make slime, and he took the time to work with her and show her how to make slime. She was elated. Ever since then, the one constant in my child's ever changing desires is going to science class. She is GIDDY about science camp this summer. The teachers' are great. Miss Sarah has been my daughter's primary teacher and she's wonderful. I can't say enough good things about MLC.

I was very happy with the coZy and warm set up. Teachers engage children, allow them to be…read moreindependent and help them through their phases, tantrums and other relatable trying times. I was happy to see the art work, witness a project in action and hear children sing and learn to sit in agroup, interact, eat with manners and listen to interactive and dynamic story times. I would recommend this school.

From the owner: Our center has been providing quality childcare since 1978. We serve children ages 2 1/2 to 6…read moreyears old. We offer full and half day programs as well as a full day Kindergarten program. We are a dedicated staff committed to offering a superior early childhood education.

Lisa Parone, the director runs this center very well. I appreciated all the email reminders about…read moreupcoming events, days off etc. Such a GREAT HELP! :) All of the teachers at the center are well trained, and they are lovely with the kids. They helped to guide my 3 year old son on the world around him, but also introduced the beginnings of Pre-K learning. My son loved going to school here - he made many of his firsts here. He loved his teachers and all of his classmates, and I can't forget the guards. Months later he still talks about them and what he misses; we will have to visit. The playground is like-new, under a beautiful tree. The kids go outside, and on small walking trips around the park and The City Hall. The center is inside the Federal Building, so you will have to go through security...everyday, but that's OK.