My son has been attending TLE since he was about 22 months old. Before that, we had a nanny that we…read moreloved, but I felt like my son needed to be around other kids and have a bit more structure and formal learning in his day. When we toured TLE East Northport, we immediately felt like it was a warm and inviting space. The Director, Miss Elena, met with us for over an hour and has continued to be engaged and dedicated in conversations about our son's development. In the time he has been at TLE, our son has blossomed and grown in so many ways. From reinforcing learning we do at home, to teaching him so many new and exciting things, the teachers at TLE are kind, professional and most important to me, loving. He has so much fun at school and has been enriched by the friendships he's made and the things he has learned. TLE is truly a wonderful addition to any parents childcare village.

Unfortunately, my experience with this daycare has been very disappointing, and I feel it's…read moreimportant to warn other parents. 1. Teachers' attention. Children are often left without proper supervision, especially when they cry. My child was bitten repeatedly for three weeks in a row. Instead of addressing the issue directly, the administration said they had bought a book for the teachers so they could "learn" how to prevent such situations. But these are basic skills every caregiver should already have when working with children. 2. Food. The menu includes a lot of sweets and processed foods. I personally saw children being given Oreo cookies. There was even a case when the milk was close to spoiling. This is absolutely unacceptable for children's nutrition. 3. Water and milk. Children are regularly given very cold milk and water from the refrigerator. Even when I brought my own water and left it separately, I would still find it in the fridge at the end of the day. As a result, children often get sore throats and coughs. 4. Temperature in the classroom. Several times I noticed that the rooms were very cold: teachers were wearing jackets, while the children sat in shorts and were freezing. This happens quite often and raises serious concerns about the comfort of the environment. 5. Parent communication app. The app almost never works properly. For months, their iPad would shut down after just one hour of use. Even after replacing it, the problem remained -- updates are not entered on time, and parents don't receive information in real time. 6. Formula and basic needs. When my child first started, she was still partially on formula. In the application form, I filled out all the details to help her adapt smoothly. However, I was told that "the daycare doesn't have hot water" to prepare the formula. This is absurd, especially considering they also accept infants. How can a daycare operate without such a basic necessity? After some unpleasant conversations, they eventually allowed it for a while, but the very fact that this was an issue shows a lack of basic readiness and care. Conclusion: In my opinion, this daycare fails to provide the basic safety, nutrition, and comfort that children deserve. Parents considering this option should think very carefully before enrolling their child here.

The Rinx PreSchool Academy is top notch. My daughter has been enrolled for the last two years and…read morewill go to Kindergarten next year and I could honestly say we will miss the Rinx. They have incredible attention to detail and the staff is amazing. I could guarantee you will be happy you decided on the Rinx if you are unsure where to enroll your child.

I love this place I take my daughter here and all of the staff there is very friendly and also they…read morehave an app that they update you through the day and send pictures of what they do. I really recommend this place to take your kid.

We are so so happy that we found this school. Our 2 year old child loves to go there. The teachers…read moreare amazing and just the whole atmosphere is so warm and caring. Its a wonderful place for a child to grow up and learn. Playgrounds and inside interior are newly done and wonderfully designed !! We love the Anne Brower School !

I absolutely love this preschool! It is homey and loving and the children learn through play. I…read moresent both my kids here and had the best experience. The teachers are amazing! they know children so well and know how to educate them while making sure they are being creative and having fun. The preschool created such a great community for my family and children and they will always have a place in heart.

This preschool is fantastic! The staff are all so kind, accommodating, and wonderful. I have had…read moretwo of my children attend this school (each a year) and have been extremely satisfied. There is an abundant amount of activities for the kids; there always seems to be something fun going on! The school offers many options in terms of scheduling days/times of attendance. The value is there, for everything that is offered by this school. Highly recommend!

I worked here last year and it was good. The staff was awesome and there for you. The kids were…read moregood too. While I worked there there was a nice sized chicken coop on on side of the playground. The playground was a good size as well. It was separated into two sections, one for the 4-5 year olds and a smaller one for the younger children. Which were 3-4. There was also a before and after program, which is good for the kids in elementary school.

This place is AMAZING. Their prices are listed on the website fyi…read more I honestly can not find fault with them. They have top notch security, they are located in a isolated location so that part is great. They offer OUTSIDE time every day for the kids. Each room has its own backyard. They have a lot of art supplies and toys. The facilities are spotless and this place NEVER smells like poop, unlike some places i visited. The quality of care i get is like from extended family. I honestly feel that they LOVE my children. I used extra student loans in order to afford this daycare, and honestly it was worth it, my children flourished there and i could never put a price on that. *i do wish it was cheaper though, i have to pull my kids out when school is not in session because of cost*

I worked in this school program a while back. I do still take some cases from them on a part time…read morework schedule. This place is one of the best schools that provides learning for children with special needs. They also provide related services including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. The place is always clean. The atmosphere is very child-friendly and cozy. The staff are always courteous and respectful. This is one of the places I highly recommend if your child qualifies to be here.

My son has been in the daycare program of this school since he was 3 months old. He is currently 2…read moreyears old and I am beyond pleased with his progress over the years. From 3 months to 15 months he was in the infant room with excellent care givers who took care of him as if he was their own. They did artwork with him, which always adorn my fridge. The room was clean and bright and fun! He had his own crib. I had to provide my own sheets and blanket but it was more than a cheesy bassinet, there were gorgeous wood cribs. He had his own cubby and contain/space in the fridge. When it was time for him to move to the toddler room they transitioned him to make him comfortable. But in his new "big boy" room he really blossomed. They to amazing things with these kids. He goes to gym, computer class, out door recreation, they have circle time, reading time, music class, and so much more. They have their own nap pads which are comfortable and a crib sheet fits them nicely. He again has his own space is in the fridge and a toddler size table where the kids eat their meals together. They work on colors, letters, numbers, vocabulary, and developing their fine motor skills, gross motor Skills, language levels, social development, and more. As a facility that also has the capability of providing Early Intervention they provide me with quarterly evaluations as part of their program. It's a great way to learn more about your child hitting milestones. They have their own sink and bathroom in the room and are more than glad to work with you to potty train, my son is eager to use the potty as a result of the expose he gets to older children at school and the staffs intuitiveness to sense he was ready and to work with him each day to learn to use the potty seat. They are working with my son to develop his skills to use utensils and a regular cup. He comes home every day smarter and happier than the last. I thank each amazing staff member for VCLC each day for their kindness to my child and I, and that each one of them is dedicated to the well being of my son. The pricing is reasonable, the location is a leased elementary school which means it's totally geared towards small children. I do have to provide my own food, which not only saves money, but I know that he is eating good for each day not typical easy toddler food (pizza, mac n cheese, chicken nuggets). Their security is phenomenal. You have to show your family pass before being buzzed into the building. The class sizes are small, and the rooms are colorful and fun and filled with educational toys and decor. He still comes home with fun projects each day and larger projects every so often. It's an excellent choice when you're considering daycare!!

I enrolled my LO here when he was about 9 months old- I grew up in Dix Hills and had recently…read morereturned back to be closer to my parents who provided care for my LO when I returned to work. As a first time mom leaving my son at day care was extremely nerve racking, but I felt reassured by the Day Care Coordinator and his teacher/caretaker that he was in really great hands. He was loved and the teachers were really involved in his care.We had quarterly parent teacher conferences, to talk about his development, I was able to bring up some things we were working on at home- like when he transitioned from bottle to a cup,etc. Or when trying to wean off pacifier. I felt like I could be open with his teachers about both the triumphs and challenges I faced as a mom. They gave some great advice on potty training and tantrums. When he transitioned from the infant class to the toddler class, it was such a smooth transition- and it made me so happy to see how happy he was there.They really make an effort to understand every child's needs and to teach and expose them to so many different things. Learning about hibernation in the toddler class room and having pumpkin picking day in the fall. Every staff member there is involved in your child's well-being and safety. When we moved, it was hard to say goodbye- they really became family. My LO thrives on routine and so the daily schedule worked so well with him. The daily summary was an opportunity for his teacher to communicate about his day, and so it helped me to plan my evening- if he only slept for 30 minutes, I knew to anticipate an early bed time, etc. If you're looking for a place that will provide great care, openly communicate with you, and be accessible, but more importantly have your child be top priority, I highly recommend Alternatives For Children Day Care.

A dream turned nightmare. As a parent with an ASD child, we depend on school and their teams and…read moreour family requires a real working relationship with people working with our children. I cannot say how badly this schools administration and teachers failed my child. My child sustained multiple facial injuries, one extremely close to the eye, as a result of another students BIP not being implemented. The homeroom teacher Lara, the teacher assistant Christine, the paraprofessional Maria and the nurse Maryalyce failed to contact me further than a note sent home during the multiple physical attacks my child received. The school parroted excuses and discuss the BIP child, rather than taking responsibility and doing their jobs. The children were not to blame, it was the lack of adult supervision and intervention!! In the end, the homeroom teacher Lara never contacted my family and did not show up to the Emergency Safety Meeting. I had to pull my child out of the school. My child could not speak up and the adults at this school are indifferent, callous and cowardly. Never stop advocating and protecting your children!