My daughter has gone to camp here for the last two summers and absolutely loves it. The counselors…read moreand staff are amazing. There's so much for the kids to do. They also learn so much. For instance, Courtney has become a very good and confident swimmer during her time here. We would definitely recommend Driftwood and are sending our younger daughter there next year as well.

This place is extremely unprofessional with its staffing. Accidental emails, getting the run…read morearound, being told they would contact me and making me wait two weeks just to tell me they don't want "to make me wait around" for the position of group leader. I'm happy I didn't end up working here but the way they handled their professionalism was beyond a let down to say the least. If I had kids they would not attend this camp. They seem like they mean well but really have no idea what they are doing. I've read other reviews of problems with Driftwood management respecting staff so I can see this is a trend.

Before our first daughter was born, we toured Tutor Time of Holbrook. We were so impressed with the…read morecare and love and attention to the babies in the infant room, we signed up immediately! Miss J. in Infant A, we can't thank you enough for all your love and care for our girls. Now our first daughter is four and a half, and when our second daughter was born (she just turned 2), we knew she'd be happy and well-taken-care-of (and well-loved) there, too! Our second had some gross motor skill delays and had certain special requirements for her care as an infant, and we might have worried that she would have a hard time at full-time daycare, but we knew, based on the care we'd seen with other kids who needed a little help (some kids had their PTs visit during school), we knew that she would be just fine. She is a bright and happy kid, and we were so impressed and grateful for the many ways in which the Directors and her teachers in the infant rooms on up worked with her every day to keep her mind happy, stimulated and busy with age-appropriate activities even when she couldn't crawl when others were starting to walk. When she could crawl but not yet walk, but many classmates were walking, her teachers again made certain she could participate both inside the classroom and on the playground (and not be squashed by the walkers :D). Now she is walking proudly and hasn't looked back! :D We are forever grateful for all the special love and care for her! Both have been attending since they were a few months old, and we continue to be impressed by not only the care, but the educational curriculum, the safety and security of the school, the activities aimed specifically at each child's development, and even the menu! The directors and every teacher learns every child's name, and the girls love being greeted when they arrive. They also love the playground and projects and special fun days (and my preschooler is in Cub Camp for her second year, something she looks forward to), and I love that the curriculum is presented in a way that makes it fun to learn, and that each child comes home with a paper saying what she did, what she ate, how she napped, etc. each day. Most of all, though, you can tell that everyone loves and cares for your children, and it's a safe, nurturing environment that my husband and I feel comfortable having my girls attend. Highest recommendations!!!

The director danazahia Sciofield and Alyssa are very unprofessional . they do things out of spite…read more they retaliated with I started asking for writing documentation on incidents that occu especially my child being abused and isolated inside a bathroom . they tell phi over the phone to people without proper verification. Mice dropping on the floor . Staff let children eat out the floor and swallow unknown items. They're never staffed properly . Bad quality bad service . Don't send your child there to Holbrook .

When we relocated to Long Island, the first thing we wanted to look for was a place for our son. We…read morewere worried about the transition and if he would adapt to this new environment. We found COA and from the day we met everyone they welcomed us with open arms and have taken amazing care of him and have poured so much love and knowledge into him. We couldn't have asked for a better place for him to learn and grow! He has developed so much and has adapted to so many positive changes with all of the support he receives . Thank you to the amazing team at COA for doing what you do. We appreciate you all so much!

My child came home saying that - "there was centipedes and bad smells almost everywhere!"read more

Would never send my kids to another kiddie academy, we tried it for my toddler and the teachers…read morejust didn't care enough to take the extra step to make my son feel welcomed and comfortable I walked in one day and he was screaming then the teacher told me he had been crying for the past 2 hours and she didn't know what was wrong with him that all he wanted was her to carry him,I then went to the director and expressed my concerns she assured me she would speak with her staff. I gave it another week and nothing changed except I was getting dirty looks from the staff and eyes rolled at me, this place has kids taking care of kids that clearly could care less to take the extra step!!

I Love Kiddie Academy of Nesconset!!! I refer people to this daycare all the time. I find them to…read morebe very helpful and great with my children. I am always greeted with a smile and everyone is so friendly. My daughter who is now in Kindergarten had a great experience at Kiddie Academy. She is a shy and reserved girl who has developed so many fabulous friendships and loves learning. When she went for herkindergarten screening and the teachers complimented her and said they could tell she went to preschool.. :) My son goes here since he was 2. He is now 4 and I cannot believe how much he has learned. He is so smart and comes homes so excited everyday to tell us what he has learned. He has also developed so many great friendships. I have a 1 year old and next year when he is 2 he too will be going to Kiddie Academy. I cann ot wait to watch him grow and learn. I love the teachers, the webcams and the great things my children are learning. They always come home happy... sometimes they dont want to leave when I get there to pick them up!!! :) Thank you for the wonderful job you guys are doing with my children :)

Lack of Structure and Unprofessional Staff…read more I would not recommend this daycare. There was very little structure or planning throughout the day, which created a chaotic environment for the children. Rather than focusing on improving the classroom environment, staff suggested that my child might have a diagnosis, even though they are not qualified to make medical or developmental assessments. I found this inappropriate and concerning. If staff have developmental concerns, they should communicate specific observations respectfully and encourage parents to speak with their child's pediatrician--not suggest diagnoses. I expected a supportive, well-organized, and professional environment, but that was not my experience.

The head person in charge of the day care cares more about kids that are paid by the state then any…read moreparent self paying. she yes you to death to get you out of her office. If a child is there that's paid for by the state, that child can do what ever they want to your child. All she cares about that the kids that are paid by the state, stays there. she also disrespects her own staff because she's "head person" and treats them unfair. I have never in my life have I felt that if I dropped off my child, will they be safe. Never again

This is the third time I'm trying to put this review up. Do not send your kids here. The staff is…read moreyoung and unexperienced. Classrooms are overly populated with kettle attention to your kid. My child was bit 3 times. We took them out this week.

My two children attend Everbrook academy in Smithtown. We are so happy with the care that they…read morereceive. The teachers and staff are so hardworking and caring. Overall my family have been having a great experience here everyday. My children don't want to leave they have so much fun here!

I sailed with Mike the summer of 1973, during the formative years of "Sail Carribbean" in the…read moreBritish Virgin Islands, Necker Island. It was and still is a high point of my lifetime, and I still have vivid memories of that summer. Not only did I complete the three week trip, I stayed another five weeks, for a total of 8, since I was so deeply immersed in the Island Camp and Sailing adventure program. I would like to say that I was 17, not 13-16 years old like some of the kids of this Yelp sites other reviewers, so came to the program with more maturity. Yes, portions of the trip were tough, yes there were mosquitoes at times if you stayed out too late or didn't prepare adequate cover, but we adapted and solved those unique and exciting experiences. I matured so much in so many ways over the course of that summer that everyone I came in contact with upon my return commented, astounded. I urge the parents considering this program for their kids to ask more questions before signing them up. This was and can be a peak experience for them! And to Sail Caribbean - perhaps take extra care with those of younger ages - it's not 1973 anymore! Michelle Cameron, Lester Prairie, MN; formerly of Greenlawn, NY.

The BVI marine safety just issued it's report on the 2025 grounding and sinking of a catamaran…read moreoperated by Sail Caribbean. The scathing report details an appaling list of seamanship and competenchy violations leading to the sinking. If you are sending your children to the Caribbean at $6,000+ each insist on a licensed local captain.

My daughters have attended camp alvernia two years in a row and are signed up for another summer. I…read moream honestly surprised about negative reviews for this camp. I think it is extremely well run and organized. I never have any problems with communicating with director or counselors. My daughters LOVE this camp and look forward to it all year round! They swim in the pools every day, have different types of boats depending on ages, do all kinds of activities. My kids come home dirty and exhausted every day. I like the small group sizes, that is honestly part of what sold me on the camp! I dont worry about my kids being missed or neglected. The counselors remember them from years prior. It truly is a wonderful camp!

Amazing camp! My son's camp counselor participates with the children doing activities during the…read moreday and is in college receiving his master's degree. Such a camaraderie among the campers and staff of Camp Alvernia. My son has such a close bond with his group and they work together like a team. The sailing on the Centerport Harbor is unmatched. The campers truly learn how to sail and I believe the 5th graders are able to obtain a sailing license. The camp is set in the forest and the campers walk to their various activities like arts and crafts, swimming (free swim & lessons), nature, gaga, various sports, tennis by an instructor, dance, and more activities than I can list. Fairly priced and includes lunch & sailing. My son says it's magic. He has attended other well-known camps in the area, but this by far is his favorite! Camp Alvernia is a happy place & just epic!