This review is for the summer camp. My son has attended the COA summer camp for 2 consecutive years…read moreand we plan on re-enrolling again this year. They provide breakfast and lunch daily, weekly trips (which my son loves!), there are weekly special activities on site and they do water play and go to local playgrounds. My son has made friends that return in the summer, just like he does, and he looks forward to seeing them. There is a lot to do and ms. Surita, ms. Wendy, ms. Lulu communicate well with parents. They offer full time hours (5 days a week, 10 hrs/ day) for 8 weeks, this is hard to get with the free, public school Summer camp program. Overall, we recommend their summer camp.

my son was here and was hurt by one of the day care staff, no justice was served not even sure who…read moredid it (from observation I possibly do) or if anything was done. I don't blame the place but people gotta do better when hiring and watching their employees, especially when it comes to our children.

We've had such a positive experience with Kids Rainbowland Nursery School over the past three…read moreyears. Our 4-year-old has thrived--socially, and emotionally. The teachers are warm, attentive, and clearly passionate about early childhood education. The classroom environment is nurturing and engaging, with lots of hands-on learning, imaginative play, and opportunities for creativity. Our child comes home excited to share what he's learned and tells us so many things about his teachers (all good stuff) . We especially appreciate the school's emphasis on kindness, curiosity, and community. Communication with families is very good, and we always feel welcome and well-informed.

We have had our child here since 10 months old and they will be entering Pre-k in the fall. Our…read morefamily has been so lucky that Kids Rainbowland is our child's first educational experience. It is a cozy learning environment and the teachers are super supportive and you can tell they care. The office is amazing as well and very supportive and good with communication. There isn't really any teacher turnover which I feel speaks volumes! Truly a gem in the sunnyside/woodside neighborhood.

Not a great start…read more.... We inquired about part time enrollment in their summer camp. Note their registration fee is not a deposit toward tuition, it's a separate fee. I don't think that was clear and wound up being 20% of the tuition. We were also told by Jessica that they would be open Friday July 3rd. We received the enrollment pack...they are not open that date. Thus far....feeling mislead and lied to.

My son was cared for at the infant center from 3 months of age and continued with Little Friends…read morethrough Pre-K. Communication was always great. He had care takers and teachers that he still talks about now at 7. All of the staff, admins, teachers and facility team are friendly, social and know all of the students, which also lends an extra level of security and safety. It is a loving environment, which at such a young age, is the most important factor, which is priceless.

TPD will forever be our favorite memory of Forest Hills and New York! Our two children were there…read morefrom mid-2020 to mid-2022 and we left only because we moved out of the state. We first found this gem because COVID restrictions shut down our previous daycare and forced us to find a new care option, but in hindsight, it was such a blessing in disguise and a transformative experience! The owner and teachers were so loving and caring - they prepared freshly-cooked meals from scratch everyday, ensured our young children propelyr rest after lunch and avoid being over-stimulated and going home cranky and difficult for the parents. Though not a Montessori school, they used many similar techniques and spirits. For example, they emphasized learning through five senses, taught practical life skills (like dressing oneself) and emotional regulation along with academic knowledge, involved children in hands-on real-life projects such as making their own snacks (with ingredients prepared and process guided by the teachers like squeezing orange juice), encouraged older children to help younger children, encouraged self-expression through weekly talent shows, and fostered a community among the families by facilitating weekend playdates. The experience was entirely different from the traditional programming in a chain daycare center. As a result, one of our children transformed from a timid child to an outgoing one, and we were embraced into a strong community with long-lasting connections.

We always say it takes a village to raise a child, and Toadlers Pond was a HUGE part of our…read morevillage.  We sent in our son when he turned two years old, and due to the pandemic had never been in a daycare environment before, or even had many playdates or much exposure to other adults, and over the next year and a half the TPD staff worked with him on language, eating skills, coordination, confidence, and so many other things we didn't even expect (like facts about the different U.S. states).  What originally attracted us to Toadlers Pond was the passion and caring of the staff which was evident from our initial video tour, plus the incredible, fresh home-cooked food, which our son still misses very much and talks about.  We also credit TPD for (at least) 80% of our son's speedy potty learning progress, and helping him become a "big boy" about this typically anxiety-inducing chapter of toddlerhood, all with ease and a positive approach, keeping us up to speed every step of the way.  The staff were fantastic about giving us a glimpse into our child's day through pictures and videos posted on their private facebook group, and we absolutely loved the Friday talent shows.  By the end of his tenure at the Pond, our son was beyond prepared for the next step in his education, and we appreciate everything Toadlers Pond did to get him there. We will always be Toadies at heart, and can't wait for our daughter to become a Tadpole too!

We highly recommend them! My baby loves the teachers and classes. She is learning so many and…read moreenjoying it! It's just few months she started going to the school but she has already learned so much! I believe the most important thing to 2-3 yrs old babies to grow up nicely is huge love and nice teachers, not just learning ABC or numbers. They offer everything my kid needs now. They are trusted!

Can't say enough about these two ladies Mrs. Shami and Barbara. Tommy loves going to THIS school,…read moreevery week he comes with a bag full of class work and you can tell he is indeed learning just by his knowledge. Thank you so much for being second moms to my little man ladies!! I always leave him knowing he is in good hands. The director Saul is just as lovely and accommodating. My fluctuating schedule drives me off the walls!! He is always accommodating within reason to make sure all are taken care off. I can't say thank you enough. this is a working parents dream of a second home.

Brand new daycare/education center that opened. It is super clean and there is lots of space! Very…read moreconvenient location as it is just steps away from the 63rd Drive-Rego Park subway station. My 21 month old is enrolled here and the teacher is very attentive and kind to her. They teach Spanish to all the kids and keep parents updated throughout the day with photos/videos. My daughter asks about her teacher over the weekend so you know they are taking care of her well over there. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included and it is all organic food. So far I am enjoying my experience and so is my daughter!

Best decision I made for my daughter she is thriving here and having fun doing so. I don't write…read moretoo many reviews but I wanted to give them a shot out. She's even learning to eat things she would never eat at home. It's great! Super clean as well. My kid use to get sick but she hasn't gotten sick here yet.

When we were first looking at daycares, The Learning Station was the only spot to respond to us…read more.. so we didn't have much choice but it was a blessing. The classroom is located on the 1st floor of a small residential building and might not be as fancy or obvious as the other large daycares, but they are clean, attentive, consider safety, and have everything toddlers need to grow and learn. They try hard to keep costs reasonable. My son (18mos) has been attending TLS since he was 6 months old and from the very start, he has loved it there! Every week he learns something new, and you can tell that Miss Cira and her staff put a lot of energy and thought into every kid's individual development. I love that the place is small, so we know each child gets lots of attention & the staff have a good understanding of each personality. They are also flexible with drop-off/pick-up times as long as it's between 8a-6p - which is perfect coverage for two parents with full-time jobs. They helped my baby build muscles to crawl, stand, walk, and now he's coming home reciting ABCs, counting, and building his vocabulary (mostly verbal English but some Spanish & basic ASL too)! Best of all, they've taught him to tidy up after himself so even at home just puts toys back when he's done with them... when he sees toys, pacifiers, or books on the floor (even the dog's toys lol) he says, 'uh oh!' and picks it up to put away or give to a grown-up (or dog)! He even wipes the table after himself and can wipe his nose/face (very convenient), and loves washing his hands. It doesn't get much better than that. At drop-off he sits at the door waiting for it to open & then runs inside without a backwards glance. At pick-up, he sometimes cries and runs back into the classroom because he's having too much fun to leave! While they're not the most consistent with communication/photos, Miss Cira will happily chat at pick-up or drop-off and texts for any questions or updates. I personally do not need constant photo updates since I'd rather the staff concentrated on the kids' activities and safety (vs. being distracted trying to get daily pics of every child) so just occasional photos works for us. I assume if some parents want more frequent updates, they'll provide that. We trust TLS and are very happy that our little one is excited for school every day.

We have the utmost appreciation for Cira and the wonderful staff at the Learning Station. We first…read morediscovered TLS when we needed a space for my oldest son to interact with other children and to be on a scheduled routine. From the very first day we were greeted with warmth and love, as if it was our second family. During drop-offs my oldest son always walked in confidently and happy. My husband and I also walked away with confidence and peace of mind that our son was being taken care of by highly responsible, loving and professional people and in a safe and secure place. We also knew that he would have an amazing learning experience and great so is interactions with other children. Now, our youngest (infant) son attends and we can honestly say we still hold those strong feelings. Our youngest son cannot wait to go everyday! Its a great sign when he gives me his jacket to put on every morning! I cannot say enough about the program itself, they are always up to something so creative through arts and crafts projects, sensory play and even seasonal food making. I have and will continue to recommend families to send their children here!

From the moment I dropped my godson off at a year old I knew he was in good hands. The staff is…read morecaring and nurturing. They take wonderful care of all the children. They make sure they eat healthy and they eat well. They communicate with the parents and take steps to ensure the safety of all the children. It's an atmosphere where one can be comfortable to leave their child knowing nothing bad will happen to them.

Great place, fairly priced. My kid loved it there. She always talked about how much she liked one…read moreof her teachers and her friends. I was so sad when she had to transfer to another daycare due to a job change. (She was too.) They were always very communicative and sent pictures regularly. Wish they would expand into being part of the 3K system.