This was my son's first experience at a theater camp and we couldn't have asked for a better…read moreprogram. The teachers were amazing and both challenged and nurtured my son while teaching him dancing, singing and acting as well running a full scale musical production. The play itself was very impressive and they definitely knew how to maximize the talent and potential of all of the kids. This camp has definitely created a true love of theater in my child and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to get more comfortable on stage or enhance their theater skills.

I was blown away at the quality of Young Players Theaters' performance of "Speaking Up", a…read moreproduction it is bringing to school children. As someone passionate about the need for children to express themselves through the arts in school and out, I was so impressed with how they nailed the issues kids face and offered a solution in the most upbeat positive way possible, through song and dance! I would highly recommend their programs to educators and parents alike. --Steph Thompson, Founder & Executive Director, InspireCorps

My 4 (just turned 5) year old son absolutely loved the Everyday Heroes class that he took with…read moreNicole this summer! Everything from the initial course description, to registration, to attending classes, to knowing what was done in each class from Nicole's weekly email updates--all explained clearly and accurately so that we knew exactly what to expect and could talk about the day with our son to discuss the things he learned with Nicole. I couldn't believe the amount of activities and creativity Nicole facilitated within the time she was with the kids. It was a dream to have a class that included painting, drawing, reading, writing, storytelling, making smoothies, and social-emotional learning. And Nicole does it so seamlessly, allowing the kids to be creative and enjoy the time with each other. It was play at its best! But what I loved the most was seeing everything my son created by the end of the course--which included a superhero cape, mask, tools, artwork, a self-portrait, book (that Nicole had hard bound!) and the beautiful photos of my son in his costume in front of a backdrop the kids had created. Nicole not only took the photos but printed them out for us to frame! My son looked like a real superhero and had the biggest smile on his face. Nicole is clearly a seasoned, skilled, and enthusiastic educator whose kindness and patience with children is rare. She really, truly understands kids and gives them the tools and encouragement young ones need to flourish with new challenges. I can't recommend her courses enough--I'm hoping we can take another one with her soon!

From Wonder is a very special program -- the kind of experience a child and their family will…read morealways remember and talk about. This summer, my four-year-old son spent two consecutive weeks in Nicole's camp sessions and was overjoyed to go every morning. Nicole is a stunningly creative, highly experienced teacher who puts tons of energy and thought into every activity she plans. My son had a ball and came away with new skills and passionate new interest in whole range of topics. I could not recommend From Wonder more enthusiastically to any family who values educational enrichment, fun and creativity for their kids.

Discovery Pitstop has a problematic and toxic environment, with an administrative body that lacks…read morecommunication skills (and frankly, empathy) and staff that seem very unprepared. We took our kid to their location in 175 Vanderbilt Ave and they were very unprepared to run a second location effectively. I had read great things about them before they opened the second location and before deciding to take our kid there, but now I would recommend to any parent in the area to look for other better alternatives.

I could not be happier with the care my child has received at Discovery Pitstop. We originally…read moreenrolled at a completely different daycare facility, which we overall liked, but the Myrtle Avenue Discovery Pitstop location is closer to our home and we liked the idea of them having their own outdoor space, so we decided to switch. I could not have anticipated all of the ways that DPS would benefit our family's life. The teachers and directors are loving, thoughtful, and transparent. The days are structured for the kids while also allowing for room to let the kids be kids and learn at their own individual pace. I always feel like I have a good understanding of what my kid's day was like, both because of the communication via the app and the conversations I have with her teachers at the end of the day. But most importantly, the teachers go above and beyond to connect with each of the kids, and it's clear that they care about them. The love and support that my child has received makes me feel like DPS is an extension of my parenthood journey. Instead of daycare feeling like a stressful thing that I have to manage, it is a place where my child is learning and growing while surrounded by people who love her. I'll be sad when we graduate from daycare!

I can't overstate how great this daycare is. They took tremendous care of our son and are…read moreincredibly thoughtful. The facility is spotless and their communication is excellent. They use an app that provides pictures and videos throughout the day. We also made a lot of friends through Tic Tac's parent group. Its a great place and I can't speak highly enough about Dorothy, Ms Anna and their team

They are awesome!! my baby girl loves to go. It's amazing how clean my baby returns every day. I…read morelove how they do a small project mostly every day, my baby girls gets so happy everytime she goes. Also staff is extremely nice!! I would recommend to any parent looking for a daycare for its child. They are amazing !!

Our daughter has been attending Peter Pan and Wendy since she was 6mo old. Tanya and her team are…read moreattentive, communicative, flexible and create a very warm and welcoming environment for the children. Our baby is always clean, happy at drop off and pickup and it is clear that the staff have a genuine care for the kids in their care. As new parents, we are so grateful for this team! Tanya has also been incredibly helpful with advice when starting solids, and various developmental milestones.

We are profoundly disappointed by Chai Tots. The Director, Sarah Hecht, assured us that the class…read morewould be fully occupied. When the year began, and we discovered that there were only 3 full time students besides our daughter, we asked Sarah to relocate her to the Park Slope branch. Ms. Hecht assured us repeatedly that there would be a place for our daughter at the Park Slope location, but insisted that our daughter begin the school year at the Prospect Heights space. Week after week, Sarah came up with new excuses why she couldn't move our daughter. First, she had to observe the class for a full week. Then it was the week of Sukkot and she was busy with preparations. Then, her son was getting married. On and on. We share this review because, after many years as Chai tots parents (3 kids, total of 7 years), we have had many families in the community asking us what happened that we moved our daughter to Luria Academy (where she is extremely happy, the staff there just couldn't be better). We are as baffled as the other parents about the inexcusable behavior of Sarah Hecht. Worst of all, after breaking her promise for months and months, stringing us along, and finally leaving us no choice but to leave because the class was so small, unsocial and gloomy --Chai Tots has still not refunded the $9,000 we paid in good faith that there would be space for our daughter in the location that Sarah promised. There were whispers in the neighborhood that the Hecht family had gotten greedy with all the new locations opening--now we witnessed this for ourselves. This school aggressively markets positive Jewish values. Regrettably, their actions are to the contrary. We look forward to sharing better news when our tuition is refunded to us.

I love this school so much! There are much bigger and more popular preschools in the neighborhood,…read morebut when it came time to put my 22 month old I chose Chai Tots. From the moment I walked in I knew this was the place for us. They have such a warm and nurturing environment and my kids are so happy there. My daughter has been there for 4 years now and my son just started this year. The teachers not only show such warmth, empathy, and patience to all the kids, but to the parents as well. I've learned so much from them throughout the years. It is really a community and teachers become part of your heart. I feel so lucky to be a part of this school.

What a fun and educational class for littles! We love that it's outdoors and a great opportunity…read morefor kids to socialize while playing and exploring in nature. The songs are pretty catchy too! I always recommend this class to other parents with toddlers/pre-schoolers. Love that you can find classes all over the country, and they even offer virtual classes.

This "class" is as good as it gets!…read more I started going to Tinkergarten with my three and a half year old last fall. I battled the BQE to get to Park Slope from Queens for these classes - that's how good they are! The whole premise of kids playing and learning outdoors appealed to the educator in me; the one who laments the lack of play time for children in today's testing-driven world. My daughter and I truly had some of the best weeks of our lives during those classes and made some beautiful memories. Meghan was an exceptional teacher who was able to make the outdoors come alive for children. The activities designed by Tinkergarten helped children explore their surroundings, flex their imaginations, and learn deeply about themselves and their world through play. The activities were fun, engaging, and truly got you learning by getting your hands dirty! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Tinkergarten. My only regret was that our "semester" ended. It was a bittersweet end of class. My daughter still talks about Miss Meghan and remembers, vividly and fondly, all the different activities we did. An added treat to Tinkergarten is their vast collection of activities that you can find on their website (for free!!) As a working mother I don't always have time to prepare activities for my child. What I appreciate most about Tinkergarten activities is that they require minimal to no preparation. They can also be done ANYWHERE! While it's great to go on a "bell hunt" in an outdoor space where you can run around, I've also been able to use it in my small home. We've put a "compass" on our head not just at a park, but when we walk up the block to go to our nearby deli. We've also made a "magic carpet" using household items when it's raining outside. Seriously - visit their website and learn more.

WE love Brainy Academy. My son who is 5 now, took montessori classes here about a year ago, and…read morelego robotics at the Park Slope location. We cant say enough good things. everything is clean, well organized and the teachers are warm and helpful. He did another similar program and did not respond well to it at all. At brainy we watched him blossom in front of our eyes. We have a baby now, but when he gets a little older he is definitely going here as well! So glad a place like this opened up in our community

We attended brainy academy on and off for several years. Here is what I love about the program:…read moreThe teachers are amazing, dedicated and LOVE the kids The place is super organized, everything happens on time and on schedule. You wait while your child attends classes and watch them on tv so you know exactly what is going on at all times And there are plenty of no commitment options which is amazing in terms of flexibility. Amazing place and I just signed up my oldest for their wonderful summer program again! She can't wait to attend.