Amazing daycare. Very caring teachers. Yes, teachers rotated in the beginning since it's a brand new place and t takes time for things to settle down. My daughter loves the place and every day she goes there with a smile on her face. She has been going there for 1.5 years now and i can see how much she learned. Every child gets very customized approach, my daughter is very far from easy and they've been very nice and understanding to her. read more

To say I love this daycare would be a massive understatement. We left a prior daycare due to a negative experience and I was very nervous and suspicious of a new school and new caregivers. My son has been here a year now and he is thriving beyond my wildest dreams. They have such an enriching curriculum for all ages. Sensory activities, educational experiences and extracurriculars like gym class and soccer. I think 2 year olds in a gym class might be the cutest thing I've ever seen. But the best part by far is how much kindness, support, and love he receives from the entire staff. He talks all the time about his friends and the teachers and the even the director and associate director. Every single person here is so attentive and pays such close attention to the unique needs of each child. I love the photos and updates I get from the teachers and I feel so comfortable while Im working knowing how well cared for my son is. This is hands down the best daycare in Staten Island. read more

Kinder Island - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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I love Kinder Island! I have been sending my oldest to Kinder Island since he was one. From the first day he attended, the teachers and administration made us feel so welcomed and part of their community. Every day he comes home and talks non stop about his teachers, classmates, and all the fun he had. Once I had my second child, I knew exactly where I wanted her to go when I felt she was ready for school. Mr. Adam Frank, the director of the school. Welcomes every parent and child with lots of love and compassion. He always takes time in his busy day to talk to all of us like family. No matter what concern any of us (the parent) have. Mr. Frank always tends to our concerns and puts 100% of his efforts in making sure we are heard, and that our children are being nutured to grow and learn. It has really made the experience of bringing my children to school all the better. The school is very clean which was a big concern for me. Looking back at other locations I toured, this location is the only one that I can say for certain was immaculate. Another big concern for me are my children's allergies. Both of my children are 100% allergic to nuts. Both the administration and staff are very ontop of allergy prevention. It has made it the safest place for them because the food is constantly checked. Additionally, the day care has many activities that affect the child's development. I love seeing my children make their own playdough, mix paint to learn new colors, read books and create crafts that reflect what they have read. It is astounding how much they do throughout the week. They even have dance, gym, and soccer classes. Which my children love participating in and really gives them that extra activity to release all that extra energy we all know our children have. So if you are looking for a great place for your children to learn and grow. For you to know you are leaving your child in safe hands. I recommend Kinder Island 100%. read more

Kinder Island is beautifully decorated; it is new and clean. It gave us a peace of mind to send our child in during a pandemic. This is the place if that's on the top of your list. However, if your child is new to daycare, or pretty much the world because they were sheltered in because of the pandemic, this is not the place to send your child. From personal experience, the Director, Yelena, of this daycare does not care about your child's well-being and growth. When she is challenged about the services and the lack of support that she as a director is providing, she will say unpleasant words about your child and insinuate other things about your child. Each child is different and their adaptability ranges differently, but she does not seem to agree with that. She claims that all children should acclimate to their new environment within 3 weeks and there should not be any regression. It is extremely hard for a first-time daycare child to get acclimate to three, 3!, different sets of teachers in a little bit over a month. One would also wonder why the day care can't retain its workers? I would not recommend this daycare due to the constant changes of classroom providers and the lack of willingness to understand, accept and support from the director. With that being said, I have disenrolled my child from this daycare, even though I have paid for this month's full tuition. ~ November 9, 2021 read more

Kinder Island is such an amazing school. The school is very clean and very welcoming. I enrolled both my 1 year old and 3 year old and found that the pricing was much cheaper than most daycares in my area. The school director is such a nice woman. She listens to my concers and really puts focus into all that I ask about. The teaching staff there is great. Every time my children get picked up they are happy and sometimes do not want to leave. My 3 year old constantly talks about her teachers and wakes up every morning saying can we go to school. If you are looking for a warm environment that focuses on your child's safety and development. This is the place to go. If you are looking for tuition that is lower then most places that also provides the best quality of academics and care THIS IS IT. I highly recommend looking into this school. read more