Peppermint Tree is excellent when you have an only child! Even if you don't require child care,…read moreaffording your child that social interaction is huge for their growth! It is also an excellent place to prepare your child for Kindergarten so they won't go in overwhelmed and scared. At home we can provide structure and learning tools but it just isn't the same as a true school environment. My son gets excited to see his teachers & his friends. He looks forward to gardening, dance parties and art projects. His overall growth has also jumped leaps and bounds from when he first started last year. So much so we extended his hours from half to full day! We also LOVE that the classes are small & the teachers build a close relationship w/ every child. Touring other schools was quite scary seeing kids screaming and overwhelmed staff. I can assure you Peppermint Tree is not and never will be that way! You also have a built in Summer Camp w/ 2 pools to accommodate all age groups. Did I mention swimming lessons, class trips, gardening, ice cream days, etc? All those things are either part of class or an option to add on. So if you are on the fence about where or if you are going to enroll your child, Peppermint Tree is definitely the Best Choice!

My child was enrolled in Peppermint Tree's summer camp. He was there for 5 hours and he was out…read more(playground & pool) from 10:30 am until 11:30 am. Then they'd go inside from noon until 3 pm. This was their time to eat and sleep! Their naptime was 2 hours. So, if you want your 4.5 year old toddler to go to summer camp and nap for 2 hours this is your place. There were no other activities as promised on the schedule we were emailed to before camp began. The schedule showed that they were going to do arts, science and so many fun things. When I asked if he was doing any of these things I was told by his teachers that most of these were happening during his pool time. Really? Isn't the establishment's responsibility to ensure that all groups get to do these "fun things?" Why should a 4.5 yr old eat and sleep from 12 pm - 3 pm. There is plenty of time for his "teachers" to read books, engage them in fun/educational activities while they're inside. So really, all that money we paid for was only for 2 hours (run around in the playground and use the pool). Our child didn't learn anything, there were no educational activities as the written schedule showed, and we basically paid for 5 hours, 3 out of which were eat and sleep! I don't recommend this place whether it is for summer camp or as a daycare. Unless you want to use it as a babysitting place, sure, then it's fine. Just don't expect your child to learn here...

I'm a social worker who works with children & families across NJ and I have three children who…read morecurrently attend this daycare for well over a year now. Ms. Angela, Ms. Kayla, Ms. Tamia, & Ms. Zeba have been there from day one and are amazing early educators. I cannot thank them enough for the care & education they provide my children with on a daily basis. Other teachers/aides are also wonderful with the children, Ms. Sam & Alyssa have been wonderful additions to the classroom. The front office staff is very friendly, super helpful with communication, and answering any questions that may arise. Jamie, Julie, Bonnie, and Amy have always been supportive and available to our family and I've even seen them help out in the classrooms with the children when needed. The school has camera access so when I get a chance, I often see the children learning to write, sensory learning, circle time, and many librarian visits. They also offer breakfast, lunch, snack, & transportation. Kiddie Academy in Toms River has been a huge support for my family.

From the owner: Kiddie Academy of Toms River, an educational daycare in Toms River, offers age-specific child care…read moreprograms. Our flexible, standard-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life. We pride ourselves in providing a daycare that focuses on developing positive character traits for kids, while providing a nurturing learning environment. Our programs can range from infant and toddler to kindergarten and school age. Read our child care reviews, take a virtual tour and learn more about Kiddie Academy to find the best "daycare near me" for you and your child.

This daycare has changed my sons life. He absolutely loves the teachers there and all the kids…read morethere are great! My son has learned so much also from being there we will be going on a year and a half !

From the owner: Busy Bee's Daycare is a small, family-owned childcare center. Located in Beachwood, NJ, we are…read morestate trained and licensed for up to 20 children starting from ages 6 weeks old to 5 years of age. We provide a safe and positive environment, offering fun and exciting lesson plans to build an educational foundation for each individualized child.

I am a 5 year employee of Sung Star Academy. Everyone who…read moreworks here loves children and they are all dedicated to their students as well as being amazing team players with each other. Our Director is such an phenomenal boss!! she is so compassionate, supportive and understanding of all of her employees. She is beyond professional and totally devoted to Sung Star including the health and well being of all of the staff, the students and their families. Ms. Young has created a positive, caring, safe and fun learning environment for all. I felt compelled to write this review after a false slanderous review was brought to my attention.

I just wanted to take a moment to shout out to the staff and owner of Sung Star. My daughter loves…read moreher school and is learning so much at Sung Star. The staff is amazing and I know my daughter is safe and having fun when she is at school. Thank you!!

I can't say enough wonderful things about this daycare. From day one, Katie, Cheri, and Lisa have…read moregone above and beyond to not only make my child feel welcome and loved, but also to provide the extra support she needs. Their patience, kindness, and dedication have given me so much peace of mind knowing she is in the best hands. They take the time to truly understand her and accommodate her special needs with care and compassion. I am so grateful for the amazing environment they've created--it feels like a second home for my child. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a safe, supportive, and nurturing place for their little one.

My son attended cherry lane for two years. Cheri and Lisa welcomed myself and my son with open…read morearms. I was worried about my sons transition as he was so young when he started. they updated me on every little thing, the staff was attentive and loving, like family. Any issues with my son were immediately reported to me, and properly documented at all times. My son absolutely loved this school. Every child and parent I've seen attending cherry lane, are happy and smiling. the staff are all well trained and attentive to the children AND the parents. Family events welcoming extended family are also common occurrences here. Any problems or worries I've had were always addressed right away. Sadly I needed to change schools due to distance, but I will forever recommend this school to any parent looking to feel like they're dropping their children off with a family member when dropping their child at school. No other daycare like it, family owned and not a chain daycare! One of a kind, my family will miss them greatly.

I enjoyed the tour I was given. Everything was nice, clean, and quiet. The staff there were…read moreexcellent and nice.

I am absolutely appalled by my experience with The Learning Experience of Toms River. Imagine…read morereceiving a phone call from Child Protective Services informing you that your child's teacher was anonymously reported for **physically abusing him**--this was my reality. I rushed to pick up my son, panicked and horrified, only to be met with a director who seemed more concerned about **staff conflicts** than the safety of my child. I was told that teachers may have reported each other due to personal grievances, as if that somehow made this situation any less alarming. When we rightfully asked for our money back--since there was no chance we'd be sending our child back to an environment where this was even a possibility--we were told we had to **wait for the investigation's outcome.** No compassion, no urgency, no reassurance--just indifference. And to make matters worse, we haven't heard a single word from them since. The investigation concluded with some teachers saying they witnessed the incident and others claiming they did not. Because of this, the state ruled they **could not confirm the allegations.** But what does that mean for my child, who was the victim in all of this? The teacher in question is now likely reinstated and undergoing "training." That is absolutely **sickening.** When I asked if they had cameras in the classroom during my first meeting with them, I was told, **"Yes, we do" Never did I think to ask, **"Do your cameras also record?"** because, like most parents, I assumed they did. Had I known otherwise, I **never** would have entrusted my child to this place. At the very least, I expected The Learning Experience to handle this situation with care and transparency. Instead, they offered **no support, no communication, and no accountability.** I feel completely misled, disappointed, and betrayed. If you are considering this daycare, **please think twice.** No child should ever have to experience what mine did.

My children have attended smart start for a few years. Wonderful staff. Clean environment. And most…read moreimportantly they are learning. Both socially & academically.

My son has been attending Smart Start Academy for 6 months now. He loves his teachers and his…read moreclass!! They are the best teachers and so attentive to all the children. He is learning so much in the toddler classroom!! I highly reccomend this day care!!

We enrolled our granddaughter at The Learning Experience after a great tour and conversation with…read morethe director. Unfortunately, once she started, we saw very little educational progress. Most days were described as "just playing," and it felt more like babysitting than a structured learning environment. Things became more concerning when a summer-only student repeatedly bullied other children, including our granddaughter. She was hit and pushed, and none of this was communicated to us by staff, we only found out after asking. Despite knowing this child had ongoing behavioral issues, the school allowed the behavior to continue. After witnessing our granddaughter crying due to another incident, we immediately removed her. She is now enrolled at Hillcrest and absolutely loves it. The difference in care, communication, and learning has been night and day. Talk to your kids and ask them questions, you'll be surprised what you learn

I cannot thank TLE Berkeley enough! Miss Janet has been potty training, my 3 year old and has done…read moresuch an amazing job building his confidence and reassuring him that he's doing a great job! She is truly an asset to the school and I am so grateful that she is teaching my child every day. I highly recommend TLE Berkeley to anybody looking for a center that truly cares about your children!

PreK class had more than 20 kids - too big for a private school compared to other private nursery…read moreschools. Teachers need to do better as well as director. Overpriced for what they provide.