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...

We love Little Beginnings! I started bringing my son at 10 months and he is thriving! His teachers…read moreare wonderful. Today he learned how to blow kisses and it melted my heart! He always has a smile on his face when I pick him up. I was very particular when choosing a daycare, and this place was the first daycare I felt comfortable with after seeing several. Highly recommend!

my two children come to the school now only in the summer, however, they were here year round…read moreprior. The school is very accommodating to children that are special needs. The staff love the children for who they are. They are loving, caring, and teach the children a lot. my children were both ready for kindergarten after being at the school for the younger years. I highly recommend this childcare and learning center for anyone looking.

We absolutely love Kiddie Academy of Freehold. The teachers and the staff are fantastic. My boys…read moreare excelling in every area of their development. Every day my three year old says something to me and when I ask, where'd you learn that, he tells me Miss Cindy! They have done a great job with the COVID precautions and worked through any hiccups very smoothly. Even with the somewhat of a disconnect (parents aren't allowed in the facility) the staff and especially Miss Lauren go out of their way to keep me informed about my one year olds development and what we can be working on at home. We would highly recommend Kiddie Academy to anyone looking for a top notch daycare/school facility in the area.

My little one just started and can't rave engough about how thoughtful, caring and gentle his…read moreteacher and the staff are. He is 18months and I have seen such progression this last month. He is a premier do I was a little worried mama bear but glad I made the push.

My son was in the infant room at Kindercare in Wall and we've been very happy! The teachers are…read morecapable, friendly, and seem to really love the children. We were happy with the care he received. Jennifer the center director is great - very nice, flexible, and has the place under control. We had nothing but great things to say about our experience!

My daughter started attending KC when she was 6 months and now she is almost 3 yo. It was nerve…read morewracking at first to leave your baby but the teachers/managers made us feel at ease. They are such warm, kind, inviting and caring individuals. Most of them are moms and treat the children like they are their own. It feels great to know my baby is in great hands and well cared for. Now that she can talk she tells us all about her friends at school and what she did that day. She talks about her teachers and how she loves them and they are her friends. It melts my heart. We love that they offer healthy food for the kiddos. They have fun events, parties and each day has a theme - wacky hair or mismatch day. They are very accommodating and easy to work with. She learns so much, has a great vocabulary and she's very social and this is all due to KinderCare!

Both of my children go to this little Giggles and the group of women there are absolutely amazing…read more They provide every detail through their app/in person of what is going on with the kids, how they are eating etc/stick to schedules., send lots of pictures and they have fun events for them each month. my children loved all their teachers and I noticed when I pick up my kids that all the other children do as well and they just seem so happy to be there. They are very clean and they stick to any schedule you provide . They feel like family and I feel so comfortable having my kids there.

They are absolutely AMAZING!!!! I can't say enough about this daycare and staff!!! They are clean,…read moreprofessiona, caring, loving, and are just pleasant to deal with!!! If you want to have a safe place and somewhere that you know your child will be loved this is the place to send your children. Everyone is wonderful here

My son absolutely loves Kiddie Academy of Toms River! He has adjusted so well and is always happy…read moreand excited to be there. It makes me so happy as a parent to see him smiling, playing with the other children, and becoming more comfortable and confident every day. The teachers have been wonderful, and I truly appreciate the care and attention they give him. I feel very comfortable knowing he is in such a warm and positive environment.

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.

Our son attended Lightbridge Academy of Freehold for two years prior to our family relocating to…read morenorthern Monmouth County. Overall, my wife and I were very happy with this facility and if it were still practical to send our son there, we would. As with any new parents, we were very nervous about picking a daycare as everyone has a horror story. Two things stand out about LB of Freehold which ultimately eased our concerns: 1) The owners care. From day one Vita and Nicole were incredibly welcoming and professional. Not a day went by where we were not met with a friendly greeting. If there was a concern, they were always receptive and willing to set aside time to listen and take action when necessary. 2) The facility was modern (opened around 2015) and very clean. Every night each classroom along with all the toys were cleaned and disinfected. Did our son get sick? Yes, of course he did, it's daycare, but it was not excessive and was not a result of the facility being dirty (I'll hold the commentary on parents dropping off kids that are already sick). The teachers my son had (Infants / mobile infants /1.5-2.5 years) were great. All cared and all were in control of their classrooms and there was no turnover during my son's tenure (Ms Meryl in the infant room was incredibly caring and really helped our sons transition to DC). The owners made good hires. Some turnover was noted at the teacher aide level, but that is to be expected. Finally, and most importantly our son enjoyed being there. He never protested going in the morning and was always happy when we picked him up. Being around other kids on a daily basis has helped him develop socially. This is evident when I see him around other toddlers who have not spent time with their peers. If you have reasonable expectations, this is a great daycare and I would recommend to anyone looking in the Freehold area.

what an amazing childcare center. everyone is so happy and welcoming. the staff is always smiling…read moreand helpful. the admin team is fantastic as well. the curriculum is better than most I have seen at other schools.

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.