My girls have been at Lightbridge for over a year and we could not have had a better experience…read more The staff is very welcoming and became family almost immediately. The office staff is very responsive to questions and concerns. My youngest daughter (now 2) has developed so well and looks forward to going everyday! My oldest (now 5) entered Lightbridge very reserved and unsure and left with full confidence and now exceling in Kindergarten! The classrooms are clean and the staff was very attentive to the new guidelines. I could go on and on but our experience could not have been better.

My children began at Lightbridge Academy back in 2017 and have been very pleased with the level of…read morecare and education that they have provided. They have well prepared my oldest for kindergarten and help nurture my sons' curiosity and friendships. The staff is welcoming and all around wonderful and the classrooms are beautiful and clean. We tell everyone that needs childcare or preschool to look at Lightbridge. I promise you will not be disappointed as it is a great, safe and caring environment for your little ones.

To be honest, I was very disappointed with my experience at Kids Co-op…read more My daughter is still only in preschool, so I didn't expect too much to begin with. But since I just moved to the area, I thought it was important to enroll my little one in something where she could make new friends locally. I thought it would be a wonderful opportunity for some good exercise, learning to follow multiple-step instructions, learning about thinking positively/feeling a sense of achievement, healthy eating, etc. But none of my hopes came to fruition at all. (And I know what I was looking for wasn't over-the-top, because I've seen this sort of positive environment before at a different location, and also experienced it myself at my adult trapeze class.) - After 6 classes, the coach NEVER introduced herself to me. I learned her name the last day because I asked. She also never introduced the kids to one another. My daughter only learned the names of any other kids because when week 3 rolled around and I asked her who her favourite friends were at the class, she couldn't tell me any names. I said, "Oh, well go introduce yourself! Just say, 'My name is X, what's your name?'" She left the class with 4 names that day. When you're in gymnastics, isn't one of the biggest goals to develop a good team mentality? How did the kids go un-introduced the entire time they practiced and played together? - I only knew the name of the receptionist/business owner because of a purchase confirmation. She never said hello when we came into the building. She DEFINITELY never asked if my daughter was enjoying the class. She never apologized after a scheduling mix-up. She spoke poorly to me of her own daughter right in front of her, in a facility that supposedly is supposed to encourage kids to have a good self-image. Put a bad taste in my mouth, for sure. Her kid wasn't even much older than mine. - Apparently, parents were supposed to receive a progress update every couple weeks, but, like I said, the coach never so much as introduced herself. - They sell soda, cookies, chips, and other junk food as a snack for after a class that's supposed to promote good health. - Dust is caked on everything. There are these huge vents that are painted jewel-toned primary colours, which you can see from beneath, but even so, you can't see through the dust on the top halves of the tubes. At first, I thought that only the bottom halves were painted! - The bathrooms are always gross. I didn't feel comfortable getting my daughter changed for class in there. - The coach is nice enough to the kids, but isn't able to give any of the kids any sort of individual attention due to there being too many kids per class. Since they do activities in "rotations", the coach will often be distracted by a single activity while the kids wander to the other rotations without instruction. Typically, the kids watch whichever kid is in front of them for direction. The only reasons I have to NOT rate it 1 star are: because my daughter had fun there, anyway; because it seems like the competition classes have more skillful coaches; and because a lot of kids benefit from the activity days there, where at least they're socializing instead of being parked in front of a TV. I don't suggest enrolling your 3-4 year old there.

The best choice for your children! Our daughter began attending gymnastics class here in 2010, and…read morerecieved some of the best instruction. This is a family owned facility with both non-competitive and competitive classes. EXCELLENT all around! If you are looking for a summer camp, this is the place. Our daughter has attended the summer camp since 2010 as well! Fitness, activities, field trips and friends in a safe enviiorment.Have no reservations at all. Just call and ask for more information!

I have two children who have entered and worked there way through Moravian Academy -- both from…read morekindergarten with the Spanish immersion program. My first daughter had a relatively positive experience when she was in elementary school and is doing well in the high school currently. However, my youngest has had a very negative experience with one teacher in particular: Mr. Yerrington. She had him last year and he was horribly abrasive, rude, and discouraging toward her exploration of her education. She has struggled with self esteem issues with both her ability to speak spanish and engagement in the classroom since. We tried to talk to Moravian about it, but they brushed it off, as they do most things. Be aware of this when selecting MA as your childs future school.

From a parent of a student who attends MA: MA provides a first-rate education. The strength of this…read moreschool is the teachers and three strong administrators, the backbone of MA: the head of the Lower School[preK-5], head of Middle School[ grades 6-8] and The head of the Upper School [grades 9-12]. This school sets a foundation that allows its students to transition easily into highly selective colleges and universities. A higher percentage of students get accepted into highly selective schools versus any counterpart high school in the area. This is also due to MA's college counselor who does a tremendous job matching a student's profile with the right college. Study habits are honed in MA's middle schoool and further tuned in Upper School. MA has very strong math and science teachers. Language and other non-math/science instructors were also very good. I do not recall any unflattering comments about any educator in the school regarding subject matter. All kids complain about something, but never got any negative feedback on educator competence. Also, theatre and performing arts are featured with showcase events that reveal talents of students, a tribute to MA staff, students, and those who organize these events. Other aspects: -Some MA parents can get a bit tiresome. Imagine the NY Times Weekend Style section, or the social pages showing adults mugging for photos at some self-serving fundraiser. Now conjur up in your mind a very low-end junior varsity version of that--think of a Saturday Night Live skit. -MA has turned out its share of athletes that go on to play in D1 programs in college, mostly field hockey players over the past 10 years. However, MA sports could be supported a little better financially, and with encouraged attendance. MA's athletic director--who did a great job--retired. Hopefully the new AD will get more support from the school and sports won't be de-emphasized. All in all, I could not have asked for a better educational outcome for my daughter.

Gymtime has been wonderful for our family - we've hosted a birthday party and taken many of the…read more"mommy & me" classes, and we're just starting on the organized sports leagues for our 6 yr old. Meghan & Ben and their whole staff are such great coaches/mentors for the kids! Positive attitudes, clean atmosphere, and great activities!

From the owner: Gymnastics - Preschool (ages 3 & 4) Level I, Level II, Advanced (ages 5 & up)…read moreXcel Competitive Teams Parent/Child Classes (6 mos-3) Pre-school Fit N Learn Ninja Warrior Parkour Classes (3 & up) Summer Day Camps Summer Gymnastics Camps Birthday Parties Parents night out

Possibly the only Y in the state which has a hot tub, steam room and sauna in the locker room.read more

(As a preface, I've never taken a class or anything else here in my life and nor do I ever intend…read moreto. But, my kids have been taking things here for the past 7-8 years so I think I've got a pretty good grip on things from that perspective.) It's not the best of Y's but it's not the worst of Y's. It's a Y where the pool gets closed for cleaning at the last minute and you are never told. It's a Y where when something does hit their Facebook account it's not uncommon for the information to differ from what you're told if you call their front desk. It's a Y where a class that starts at 4 gets supposedly gets changed to a 4:15 start for the rest of the semester without you being told only to have you show up next week for 4:15 to find out that the class this week started at 4 at the whim of the teacher's schedule which of course means that you partially paid for nothing that week. It's a Y where in the distant past swimming classes would regularly have teachers that wouldn't show up/didn't know they were supposed to be there that day/no one was ever scheduled for that time by management. It' a Y that does offer a very good swim team with the minor issues of it having very unrealistic expectations as to what you are expected to pay and if you actually have a job that requires you to work weekends then you might as well forget it because you have no prayer with the volunteering requirements/travel schedule. But with all that said, at least in Bethlehem it's more or less the only game in town in terms of swim lessons for younger children so you sort or need to love the one your with and over time you do learn to lower your expectations and accept that no matter who you complain to things more or less never change.

PLEASE READ: I…read morethink we can all agree: trusting someone with your kid(s) is a big deal. My wife and I, in particular, dislike the notion of being away from our child; however, if you have an occupation and can't afford for one parent to stay home, or stagger your schedule even, this is a necessary evil. Here's the good news! If you enroll your child at Lightbridge Academy, the word EVIL will never come to mind! Each worker at the Bethlehem Lightbridge Academy, comes to work every day and treats the kids as if the kids were their own. The energy and the positive vibes walking in that place is unparallel. As a parent, I know every precaution is taken and a village of loving adults will be watching over my little girl. I cherish the good people on this Earth, and Lightbridge has managed to only employee these particular people. Everyone there has an amazing love for children and can back up their love with the experience. I am the biggest fan of these godsent workers and wouldn't dare take time out of my busy schedule to tell a lie. I wouldn't feel right if I didn't recognize this wonderful group of caretakers. I am insanely appreciative of them and owe them something special; after all, they take care of my most prized possession. A special shout out to Aliscia, Pat, Heidi, Jessie, Meghan & Tricia. I am blanking on the names of so many people, so please forgive me. Thank you all & 1,000 Blessings! Cordially, Corey, Darice & Demi!

From the owner: We are so much more than just a daycare! Busy working families need childcare for their children…read morebut also desire a high-quality early childhood education program. Lightbridge Academy offers infant, toddler, preschool and back-up care programs. We want every child to feel safe, nurtured, and excited to learn and grow with us, and every family to consider us a true partner in the development and education of their child. We go beyond what's expected from daycare to create an exceptional early childhood education experience.

The Older kids don't always get treated that well, but I guess this place is fine for the younger…read morekids, and the summer camp was pretty expensive, but it was far better than the after school program.

They took my son on as a new client even though their staff, and director (Palmer location) lacked…read morethe proper skills and qualifications to care for my son. In the future they should be more transparent when telling potential clients just how uneducated their staff is when it comes to caring for a child with autism. This was AFTER receiving my sons IEP two weeks prior, and I walking them through his needs and her expressing that was something they were comfortable with.

Gave them a chance but the energy was off from day one. Pulled my child out, I understand…read moretransitions are challenging but nothing was done to reassure or comfort my daughter or provide an adequate professional update to a parent. The staff doesn't seem like they enjoy being there and children were crying left and right. On day one my child was hysterical at pick up, eyes swollen like they had been crying all day. No welcoming greeting, there was no update on their adjustment or a care to interact with a parent. It felt like it was a bother my child was another "one" added to the class. Just a money maker with indecent humans who don't give a crap about the child they work with. Don't send your children here if you're a parent that cares about quality transparent care. I work with children and I've worked in child care- don't work with kids if you don't like them.

My daughter has been attending Chesterbrook since she 3 months old. As a new mom I was so nervous…read moreabout leaving her but it has been the best decision. She is now 16 months and LOVES school. She has learned so much. Our pediatrician comments how much she knows at every wellness visit. The teachers are incredible, communication is great and it truly is a little family. Can't recommend it enough!