We feel lucky our son was able to attend Beyond Basic Learning in Brooklyn. He started last year…read moreand his experience at BBL has brought our family so much joy. The caregivers are top notch, the school is very clean and adheres to high standards. Each of the staff brings something special to the classroom. I love that each day has play, learning time, story time, activities to keep the children learning and engaged. They have live music and different story book themes that change with the seasons. All the activities are age appropriate and there is so much natural light at the school. The kids have a yard to play in and there is a family vibe to place. It doesn't feel like some kind of impersonal chain daycare place. The director of the school holds advanced education degrees and encourages the staff to keep their training and education current. The head teacher in my son's room is a model of what a caregiver should be. His primary caregiver has become like family for my son, in the best sense of the word. I love that there are no screens used to baby sit the kids here. There is one on one instruction and care for each child. They look at each child as an individual with their own learning style. The staff give us great advice as we hit developmental milestones together with our son. My partner says she likes BBL because: Positive, engaged staff who give great feedback about children's days, both in writing and verbally, Conveniently located . Do their all to create a safe, healthy environment for kids--very clean, proactive about protecting health, good security protocols etc. Create a community of children. I also like that the school is only closed for the Christmas holiday week/New Year's and for the last week of August. It makes a huge difference in arranging childcare and I am so grateful this place exists. So bring on the puppet shows and baby Zumba dancing. I love this place and my son loves it even more.

My daughter has been attending Honeydew on the Green since March and we are so appreciative of…read moretheir fostering and caring environment. The teachers are friendly, and always tend to the needs of our child. We appreciate the communication from the team and detailed updates on our child. I definitely recommend this center to everyone.

Staff is extremely hard working ! I appreciate how they take the time getting to know their…read morestudents. They use the creative curriculum, very hands on.

My son started at Two by Two when he was 23 months (he's in Pre-K now) and everyday I'm glad for…read moreour choice in care. When we were exploring local options, we knew our decision would be based on where we felt he would be 1) safe, 2) healthy and 3) loved. Everywhere we toured, we felt like he'd be safe and healthy. What set Two By Two apart was that we felt like he'd would be cared for by professionals who created genuine, authentic connections - as aunties, as kin. He was so little and our care priorities were more about him feeling seen, heard and addressed. Now that he's approaching Kindergarten, he's getting the same care while also getting support with socialization, learning emotional regulation, and the basics of academics (letter and number recognition, phonics). He has a group of close friends, uses feeling statements and is reading sight words and writing his name. All huge wins without robotic structure or impersonal instruction- which while inevitable in our school systems can wait until the elementary years. Two By Two continues to make progress in communication, family engagement and facilities. We've seen growth here and have been grateful for their request for feedback and impressed to see it implemented. Considering our care priorities and the experience that our son and we have had here, we will continue to recommend Two By Two to our neighbors and friends.

My son is 2yrs old and he is absolutely THRIVING at this school. He comes home every day with new…read moreskills, a greater vocabulary, and although my son is potty trained already they have one teacher who specializes in that. He gets healthy meals and plenty of playtime in one of three outdoor spaces, including the garden where they learn horticulture in the summer. Which is great because it means we don't have to take him to public playgrounds where he might be at greater exposure to COVID or just regular sicknesses. They have a very responsible approach to COVID protections limiting class size and contact. Have you ever seen an entire room of 2-3 year olds wear masks the whole day? I have because Trilok sends daily photo updates of classroom activities. It's also somehow a cheaper option than many other private schools. We know some other parents who have had their children there for years and it's all rave reviews. EDIT: I've read another bad review here that talked about their child being injured. I can't speak to that but I will mention that my child was bitten by another child (it happens) and I was immediately notified and provided with a full write up of the incident and also given an opportunity to meet with the teachers about it. It was a small bite, nothing to worry about. I was surprised they even mentioned it. But I was happy they had a protocol in place. Very professional.

I am compelled to leave this review for fear that even one more unsuspecting parent would entrust…read moretheir children with this school. We pulled our son out with 6 weeks left bc we felt unstable and disrespected. We tried our best to make this work and engage the administration. We endured months of lies and deflection while multiple very good teachers and assistants left due to an alleged hostile work environment. But when a 2 yr old child was found by their mother on the sidewalk alone at pick up time, the city shut the school down and we never went back. All throughout, we did not receive a single honest, straightforward communication from the founder, Sudha. While well intention as an educator, as a leader, she is next level dissociative and narcissistic. Unreal.

My experience at The Learning Experience in Bushwick was truly wonderful! My daughter excelled…read moretremendously during her time there, and the communication has always been excellent. I genuinely love and appreciate the staff who cared for my daughter and treated her as if she were their own. This was my first experience trusting someone outside of my family to care for one of my children, and the staff made the transition so easy and comfortable for me. I will always be grateful for the love, care, and support they provided to my daughter. If it weren't for the commuting challenges, I would absolutely continue having my daughter attend this location. I truly appreciate everyone there for making such a positive impact on her early childhood experience. A special thank-you to Ms. Lee for taking the time to call and check on my daughter. That thoughtful gesture meant a lot to me and reminded me of the genuine care and compassion you all show your families. You truly made my day a little brighter! Thank you, The Learning Experience/Bushwick, for being such a wonderful part of my daughter's journey. You will always have my appreciation! John Sr.

My daughter is 7 months old and we absolutely love The Learning Experience Bushwick! All of the…read morestaff from the front desk to the teachers to the directors are so kind and pleasant. They enthusiastically greet us every morning and evening. They do a terrific job communicating with me and my husband throughout the day with updates on her activities and photos through the app. The teachers are great at giving us suggestions on things we can do at home to help our daughter's development. My daughter is super happy and smiley there. The teachers are so patient and truly care about her and it shows. I was at another day care prior which was awful. The Learning Experience Bushwick has been above and beyond our expectations! Also, the school is gorgeous with large, colorful, clean classrooms.

I absolutely love Preschool of Business (POB)! The teachers and staff genuinely love what they do,…read moreand it shows in the way they care for and nurture the children. You can truly see that they love the kids and take their responsibility seriously. If you're a parent who worries about leaving your child and wants to know how their day is going, POB makes that so much easier. They use an app where staff share pictures and updates about your child's activities throughout the day, so you can stay connected and see what your little one is doing even when you're not there. The team at POB truly creates a home away from home for children. Knowing that your child is cared for, loved, and engaged throughout the day gives parents such valuable peace of mind. I'm so grateful for the care and dedication they provide!

Our two and a half year old loves Preschool of Business! The teachers are warm and loving, they…read morereally teach the kids too! my 2 yo can sing the alphabet, is learning to spell, plays with all sorts of blocks and toys and draws/colors a lot. When the weather is nice they get the kids outside and visit businesses in the community. They focus on literacy with lots of read alouds, phonics training and books. I highly recommend Ms. Geneva and her team. They care deeply about all kids in their community.

My son started pre-k in this school and it was quite an amazing experience. This school is small…read moreand everyone knows each other which reminded me of the school I went to. They really stress parent involvement which I like. Everyone that works there is very positive and very professional. My son's first year of pre-k was nothing short of amazing. He will be there next year because I truly loved the school.

OLHCA is a wonderful community. Academics have been top notch, new extracurriculars, and overall…read moresense of safety and belonging have been great for my child. We are very happy there.

Our Lady of Hope is more than just a school, it's a community. Since enrolling, our children have…read moregrown so much, both academically and in character. The strong Catholic foundation they are being taught shine through in the values, kindness, and integrity they demonstrate. The admin and teachers go above and beyond. They care deeply about each child, are always available when needed, and provide an environment where students feel supported, challenged, and loved!

My son attended DPS from the day it opened (and hen he was about 16 months) until he was old enough…read moreto attend UPK. We loved the school, the teachers and the owners Linique and Karen (mother and daughter). The space is always clean, communication is top notch and with the owners on site everyday, you never have to wait for updates or wonder if they really care. My son went to a very well known and pricey daycare chain in Manhattan before DPS and it was impossible to reach anyone in charge... I plan on sending my 2nd baby there as well. Highly recommend!

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.