Hands-down the BEST preschool on the Passaic/Essex County area. Mr. and Mrs. Wood run an organized…read moreand rigorous program for ages 2-5. The entire establishment is centered around family and community. All three of my children have been overly prepared for the expectations in Kindergarten. I couldn't recommend Magic Years any more than I do!

I am a new employee as an Infant teacher, for a few weeks now, I relocated from a another TLE…read moreCenter, where i was also an infant teacher and I have to say the management in the Cedar Grove location is so amazing!!!! what a difference management makes!!!!!!!! they are on point with everything very well organized they have everything running accordingly!!!!They have knowledge, but most of all they have heart.!!!!! It's so refreshing to work with a team that's knowledgeable, supportive, kind, and compassionate.!!!!! Lead leaders..... to make a good team you have to lead by example, I give major kudos to shelley, Danielle and cardine for their work ethic and for making my decision of relocating so much better!!! if you are looking for a daycare, that's very well put together and want to feel safe about having your child go there..... they are going to experience an abundance of love support and compassion. I have met and witnessed other teachers in other classrooms and the way they handle their classroom and the way they are with the children all I could see is love, admiration and compassion!!!! but most of all PATIENCE which is what children need...... This is truly the canter to bring your kids if you live in the Cedar Grove or nearby towns, you will not regret it...I am a mom of two sons who are adults now I've worked in a pediatric office. I've worked in labor and delivery. I'm also a birth doula and I have to say out of all these places I've worked in with management and coworkers this by far......beats it allllllll...,,there's so much love here ..,,, something that they need....you gotta remember parents have to work so I am sure that while they're at work they want to hope and know that their children are giving the love and compassion and support and helping them with their milestones..... and REMEMBER these children are a reflection of us, so us teachers will be raising leaders here...... because what we would want for our own we would want for others...... many people have told me if I say something it's gotta hold truth... I never did have to back up my words because actions always spoke the truth. The Learning experience in Cedar Grove I am telling you....,,. YOU will not be disappointed....... and plus they'll have me as an infant if they are at that age. if you don't take my words, just experience it...

My son has been at TLE for 1 1/2 years and loves it. He looks forward to going - which is a…read moreblessing! The staff and teachers are very attentive. I cannot day enough about the follow-through by Miss Corinne and Ms. Geri.

Our daughter has been there for 6 months and we LOVE it! The staff is incredible, the facilities…read moreare really nice and clean. They are incredibly accommodating. We do their summer camp as well.

We have our 2 sons in this school. They are both very different personalities and are both thriving…read morewonderfully. Our first started part time and is now turning 4 in the pre-k program. He's shy and has come out of shell greatly with the education and the additional enrichment program. The staff is warm, caring, and has taken the time to get to know each kid personally giving a comforting and safe feeling. I can't recommend them enough.

I know it is difficult to leave your children in someone else's care and finding a child care…read moreprovider you can trust. but this place is such a warm and family oriented facility, that you will have no problem leaving the little ones. One of the most impressive things about this place is how well prepared the staff is to deal with all kinds of needs of the children. Staff and directors are very approachable should you have any questions or concerns. I encourage you to schedule a visit and see for yourself.

My family and myself absolutely love the staff! My toddler has been to two different day care…read morelocations and I noticed a significant improvement in his speech, handwriting skills and SO much more. The infant room was also extremely form fitting to my infants crazy schedule. The teachers work well with each child. Each room is always clean when I walk-in in the early morning. My 7 year old stepson needed care in short notice during the holiday break and the director and staff made the process run so much easier than expected. If I still worked in the area my children would still be going to this facility! I would 100% RECOMMEND :)

My son attended First Steps since the age of 1, during that time the children were always active,…read moredoing activities and crafts for special holidays, etc (this can be viewed on the Facebook Page). When the new owner Carmen took over there were promises of a more lively pre-school with even more learning activities and experienced teachers. IT NEVER HAPPENED. The school has dramatically DECLINED. There isn't a steady flow of consistent teachers, the owner Carmen is always overwhelmed (because she's too cheap to hire any real help). This school contributes to hindering the cognitive and language development of children. how? The 2 year olds still eat in high chairs, they are spoon fed by the workers, toddlers still nap on the floor in stead of on cots, toddlers are not encouraged to drink out of regular plastic cups, toddlers are not encouraged to become potty trained. Carmen the owner thinks that the children are "too young" to do problem solving. And learning activities that encourage them to think on their own. My son has been at a new Academy for a week now, I see such differences in the way that my child is taught. If you're just looking for a drop-off spot for your child, First Steps is for you. The woman in the infant room Maria is excellent! If you really care about your child's development go ELSEWHERE.

I assisted a graduation last night, they were so disorganized. Very weird that there were only 5…read morekids. Not quite sure how they keep this business going with just 5 kids in pre K, save yourself some money and put your kids in better hands. Also the director seemed to have a preference on children.

Primrose Wayne was the best choice we could have made for our child's first experience in a school…read moreenvironment. From the moment we stepped foot inside to tour the facility we felt a comfortable, friendly, positive vibe. The facility is clean, spacious, modern and organized. The classrooms are always neat and tidy. The staff is extremely welcoming and have become like our family. With every classroom our child has been in, we find a bond with the teachers which is so important when these are the people spending all of their time with your child. The curriculum is also so incredibly enriching. Our almost 2 year old can count to 20, sing along to the ABCs and spell his name..... it's incredible! We absolutely love everything about Primrose and really have them to thank for guiding our child in the right direction to prepare him for grade school.

IMPOSSIBLE to coordinate a visit. There is only 1 person who gives tours and it all revolves around…read moreher schedule. She has zero flexibility or consideration for people who work in the city. Additionally, she wont provide any information in advance of the visit (ie, rates) and cant give a definitive answer on if a spot would be available 6-7 months from now (its really not that hard to figure out), but is requesting a deposit to be on a waitlist. If this is the way they recruit, it concerns me how the business is run. No thank you