I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Ms. Sammi and the amazing team at Little Genius. I…read morefirst met Ms. Sammi when I was searching for a 3-K program for my son. We felt incredibly lucky to secure a spot, as Little Genius is such a highly sought-after program--and it truly lived up to its reputation. My son absolutely loved his time there. A few years later, we were fortunate enough to enroll our daughter shortly after she turned one. We had complete peace of mind knowing she was in such caring and capable hands under Ms. Sammi's guidance. She has learned so much and genuinely enjoys going to school each day. I always looked forward to the weekly projects she proudly brought home, as well as the festive Christmas performances. Ms. Sammi does an exceptional job communicating with parents, often sharing sweet moments and photos that brighten my day. It's clear how much love, attention, and dedication she and her team give to each child. It's hard to believe that three years have already flown by and that my daughter will soon be graduating. I'm confident she is more than ready for pre-K and will continue to thrive. While it's bittersweet that we won't be seeing the wonderful staff at Little Genius every day, I'm sure we'll stay in touch. We are so grateful for the care, support, and love shown to our children--it truly means everything to our family.

Little Genius has proven to be an exceptional educational institution. My son, currently enrolled…read morein Pre-K, has already mastered much of the curriculum, a testament to the outstanding efforts of Ms. Sammi and her dedicated team. Ms. Sammi and her educators exhibit a remarkable blend of friendliness and support, creating an atmosphere that feels like an extended family. The environment they foster is not only safe and nurturing but also vibrant and engaging, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and effective. She is so good we are gonna enroll our next kid too !

I was struggling to look for a place to send my toddler (2 years old) because there aren't many…read moretoddler programs in Long Island. Buckley's toddler program is amazing! They are extremely safe regarding COVID at all grade levels and separate everyone into cohorts, so whenever there is exposure, we don't need to shut down the entire school. This entire school year, we have not yet had to stay at home due to COVID, which wasn't the case at the last school we enrolled our son in. As for his learning, his language has really exploded while being enrolled in the school. He has even started playing with other children so well and being interested in their activities, which I attribute to the great socialization at Buckley. My son loves going to school every morning. His teachers, Miss Susan and Miss April, are so wonderful and provide great updates on his progress as well as his classmates. The Buckley community as a whole is very welcoming and inclusive. Would definitely recommend!

From the owner: Buckley Country Day School is an inclusive, diverse environment that nurtures the whole child and…read morelays the foundation for success in high school, college, and beyond. Buckley accepts students as young as two years old in the Pre-Nursery program, and admits students on a rolling basis through grade seven. The school’s mission, Opening The Eyes And Awakening The Mind, is at the heart of its curriculum, which seeks to inspire and prepare students for a lifetime of learning. Buckley sets itself apart from other independent schools by fostering a deep appreciation of learning, and developing students who are committed to making the world a better place through thoughtful inquiry, critical thinking, and community engagement.

My 2 girls have been going here for the past year and love it. They love their teachers and all the…read moreactivities they do with them. One of my girls started kindergarten this year and Ms. Jo & Ms. Johnna prepared her for school. She learned so much in their pre-k program. In the morning the girls were always so excited to go to the school they would forget to give us a hug goodbye. They come home daily with arts and crafts and we love seeing them have fun in pics on their Facebook page.

My son's first daycare. We enrolled him when he turned 2. I've only browsed other daycares and this…read moreplace was the obvious winner. They are caring, loving, & the facility is super clean and organized. My son didn't take long to adjust at all. He now looks forward to going to school.

Best child care center IMO (and I used to work at one for 6 years). Facility is clean and spacious…read more Faculty and teachers are amazing and so friendly. I wouldnt sent my babies anywhere else. Worth the money.

Debbie's is the best daycare I know. I went back to work soon after I had my son, and I wouldn't…read moretrust my son with anyone else. The teachers are amazing, and they treat your child like their own.

This school truly feels like home. It's a warm, beautiful program that has helped my son grow and…read moreflourish in every way. The teachers are absolutely wonderful -- you can tell they genuinely love what they do, and it shows in how they care for the children every single day. My son has been there since the 2s separation class and is now in Pre‑K, and I couldn't be happier with his experience. My daughter is currently in the 2s class and will be continuing into the 3s because we trust this community so much. It's a lovely environment with a supportive staff, a real sense of community, and the best teachers. You won't regret choosing this school. Laura Romano

I can't say enough good things about St Marks Cooperative. This school is a hidden gem that I…read morewished I had found with my first born. Our first experience was in a parent and me class which met once a week. I felt welcomed by the teacher and the other parents. The children are introduced to circle time, snack time, turn taking etc. Parents are given an opportunity to socialize and talk with the teacher. It gave me a sense of community and allowed me to feel comfortable sharing concerns and parents an opportunity to learn from each other. It was a no brainer to have my son enrolled in the 3 year old class for the following year. My son is thriving in the class. I love that the class sizes are small, the teachers are certified and many have children who are alumni themselves. The directors are familiar with not only the children but the families. They help coordinate services and keep lines of communication open. I feel supported and know that my child is learning through play and hands on experiences. I love that this school is a cooperative as it gives a unique opportunity for parents and caregivers to be involved in the classroom. This has allowed me to observe my son in social settings and allows me to get to know the teachers and fellow classmates. If you are considering a pre school for your child I can't recommend St Marks Cooperative enough. Your child will thrive and learn and grow which will ultimately help prepare them for kindergarten.

over priced and they send your child home with every little thing and then u get the full price of…read morethe day charge they constantly send my child home for no reason and im paying full service over this crap they made us leave cause she's teething so rude and over priced !!

My son started earlier this year before he turned 2 years old and so far have had a very good…read moreexperience. There were definitely some bumps in the road as this is my first child and first experience with daycare/ school. All the teachers know my son and are available to answer questions whenever needed. I may not like the answers but they try their best. In the beginning it was rough because my son cried everyday while drop off but it got better with time and I'm happy to say that he's enjoys his time there. Due to Covid parents aren't allowed to go in to the class to drop off and I'd have to say that was the hardest part. They have all kinds of activities such as water play, bounce house, and petting zoo, it's nice that the children get to enjoy all these various activities. Overall it's been a good experience this far.

As a parent of special needs child, this school was the absolute best thing to happen to him. The…read morestaff is phenomenal. Every single person there loves these kids. All services like speech, OT, PT, ABA and music therapy.

This is the best school for early childhood development. The teachers are amazing. In fact, the…read morewhole staff is. I send my younger daughter also for daycare and they teach as well as just letting them play. The method here is what they call, "incidental learning". They play while learning at the same time so there is no pressure for these kids at all.

My daughter attended Manhasset KinderCare for over 2 years. Ever since the new director Ms. Cory…read moretook over (2018?), it's been fantastic. She is a hands-on director truly dedicated to her profession. She's always checking in on classrooms and teachers, filling in whatever role is needed, and handling any situation with a smile. Ms. Christine, the assistant director, is just as fantastic. I love the transparency and open communication--they use an app to log your children's activities throughout the day; you can call anytime to talk to the teachers or directors; you can drop in anytime (pre-Covid). Teachers are warm, fun, and attentive; they give concrete, detailed feedback during evaluations. My daughter adored her preschool and preK teachers. She really missed them when NY went into Covid lockdown. The facility is clean and the classrooms are well stocked with enough toys but not overwhelming. Activities are varied and stimulating, even though they're confined within the daycare grounds. This is a full-time, for-profit daycare, so it's pricey. But they do almost everything for you--breakfast, lunch, potty train, sunblock, etc. The hours are incredible (6:30am-7pm!). If you need a flexible, reliable, full-time daycare for your child, you can't find much better.

A four star vetting? Far from it…read more It's dirty and unsafe. You're putting your kids at risk by sending them here. There's never enough staff, and the staff they do have, many are not licensed or being reviewed by the licensing agency for misconduct. Most of the good teachers left out of frustration. Few good ones are still left, are paid a few Pennie's over minimum wage, and have had enough. More recently, they chose to keep around a teacher that was accused of abusing 3 (THREE!) infants by another teacher because they "felt it couldn't be true". Only when parents called corporate was it actioned on. Before enrolling, try reaching out to the families who've left to get their honest reviews. I'm sure you can find them easily. I wish someone told me all this when I enrolled. It's expensive, one of the most expensive areas in the area, and has the worse reputation in the neighborhood. Run. Your welcome.