This is a great day care with caring staf. Everyone was attentive and helpful…read more The location is also great.

Ms. Marita by far is the best daycare teacher I've ever meet. She's intelligent, kind, caring,…read moreloving, patient and most of all she's always on top of the mental and physically development of each child in her daycare. She gives each kids different attention they need. And shes also very cooperative on the requests by the parents My son wouldn't go to other daycare or after school after he's been to little star.

My child attended this school when he was 18 months old. At that age, he loved blowing raspberries…read more-- a common developmental stage in early language development. Rather than gently redirecting the behavior, one of the teachers put a mask on him, even though children under 2 are not recommended to wear masks for health and safety reasons. Unfortunately, I saw this happen to other children as well. I also witnessed and heard yelling from some teachers -- which is not only inappropriate in any early childhood setting but especially concerning for a school that claims to follow the Montessori method. You don't have to be a Montessori teacher to know that yelling at children, especially toddlers as young as 18 months to 3 years old, is not acceptable. I later confirmed with certified Montessori educators and visited other Montessori schools where this kind of behavior would never be tolerated. To be fair, there are some truly kind and capable teachers here -- like Delancey and Dina -- who genuinely treat children with care and respect. However, The director herself has also been seen yelling at children. There are two bathrooms shared by both children and staff. When the kids were potty trained, the children used to go to the bathroom alone without supervision. It wasn't until a school inspector visited that the practice changed -- only then did they start sending a teacher to accompany the children. This raises questions about the school's priorities and compliance with basic safety standards. One more thing to be aware of: at the end of the school year, parents are expected to give "tips" to each teacher -- with a minimum of $30 per teacher. If your child has one lead teacher and 3 or 4 assistants, that adds up quickly. However, the tip money is collected by the boss first, and it's unclear if or how it's distributed to the teachers who actually work with your child. That process made me uncomfortable, and I felt parents deserved more transparency. In the end, it's your decision. I just hope that by sharing my experience, I can help other parents make an informed one. Every child deserves a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment.

When my 5yo daughter and 2 yo son attended summer camp at Countryside Montessori back in 2022,…read moretheir experience was not positive. I kind of forgot about it until recently when we were talking about all of the summer camps they have attended so far and Countryside Montessori came up. My daughter started to share more details about her experience 3 years ago that concerned me. She mentioned that she would get yelled at frequently for small things like not lining up right away or for speaking up for her younger brother- something that she did out of care, not out of defiance. Once there was a birthday party and they were giving out juice boxes. When they offered one to my 2 yo son, my 5 yo daughter spoke up on his behalf and said that he doesn't like juice, to which the teacher replied "stop talking, let your brother speak for himself!!" While I understand the intention, the delivery felt a bit harsh for a 5yo who was just trying to help. Another time, my 2yo son coming home and all of a sudden he became scared of taking a bath or even a brief shower. Turns out that the teachers would hose down the kids outside to "cool them down" even though my 2yo son expressed that he didn't like it. They did not respect his wishes and kept spraying him. He eventually became terrified of water even though he used to be okay with water before this experience. When my 5yo asked them to not spray her younger brother she was often ignored. When I brought this up to the director at the time I was told "it's too hot outside, they need to cool down." Perhaps things are different during the regular school year, but based on our experience, I would not recommend this place for a summer camp. If we could give 0 stars based on how they treated my children, I would.

This place has been my synagogue for about 4 years. Since then, my family has become close friends…read morewith the Rabbi, who is extremely nice. With my Bar Mitzvah coming up in a few weeks, I am especially thankful for this place.

I cannot recommend this daycare enough. My son went to K. Academy years ago and we were happy with…read morethat however, I didn't realize how much more wonderful and nurturing a daycare can be until my girls started Little Explorers. The teachers (Ms. Lidia, Ms. Arielle, Ms. Alejandra, and Ms. Sosana) are full of soooo much love and treat my children as if they are their own. As an educator myself, I am amazed by how much my girls have learned at 2 years old- about every single holiday, about presidents, about historical events, etc. The teachers are so creative and when I show their daily school photos to friends who have children in daycare, they are even impressed by the dedication and creativity of the teachers at Little Explorers. The staff at this daycare are warm and feel like family, and this is absolutely something created from the top down.

I completely trust Ms. Sosanna, Ms. Sara, and all the other teachers (Ms. Lydia, Ms. Arielle) with…read moremy child. They are absolutely amazing, completely focus on your little one, and help them grow, develop, and learn. This is not just a daycare or school, it is a family that takes care of your child as if they were their own (Even Akram!!). It starts with the top, and Ms. Kate and her family are phenomenal. They are dedicated to the kids and put their time, resources, and love to the little ones. They are always available and always willing to help. I have been with this school since its beginning in Floral Park with my oldest. Ms. Sosanna was there and took care of her and made sure she was given love and was fed and learned. When it came time for our youngest, there was no doubt or any other choice. We would wait for a spot here. The school itself is a beautiful home, with a spacious area around. It is in tree lined streets. Inside, it is soo warm, full of color or life and love. Everyone who works there loves each child and gives their full time and effort. There is no question, I would trust Ms. Sosanna and everyone here with the life of my child. They are not only in the best hands, but will also develop to their full potential.

We had such an amazing experience at Kiddie. My daughter started daycare there since she was 2. She…read moreloved the fun and learning at the daycare. The teachers and staff are super friendly, patient and loving. Special thanks to Ms Gloria who is always great at communication of all the needs & concerns we have! We love you, Ms Gloria! They send the pictures and daily reports (with potty time) every day, which is super helpful for first-time parents! And they even helped potty training for the kids (thank god!). During Covid, there are very strict Covid protocols in place (mask mandate, cleaning, no parents at the class room, etc). As someone who is more cautious and still doesn't feel comfortable with indoor dining with mask off, I trust Ms Gloria and teachers at Kiddie since they follow the Covid protocols very well. Now that my kid has graduated from Kiddie, I am planning to send her back during future summer/winter breaks. I will definitely recommend to my family and friends as well!

My daughter started Kiddie Academy of Little Neck at 3 yrs old and from the moment she step foot…read morein the classroom, she never looked back. She just adapted so well. The teachers are friendly and always keep the parents up-to-date with daily activities. They even send us reports and photos everyday to our emails and tadpoles app! The facility is clean and well-taken care of and the kids are happy and disciplined! I can't wait to enroll my 2 yr son in a few months!

I'm not someone who usually leaves reviews, but this occasion requires it, with the goal of helping…read moreother parents and the institution. At no point is my intention to discredit Little Leaves, but I can't stay silent about what happened, since after this very unpleasant situation, I unfortunately cannot recommend them. From the moment we visited the institution, they never mentioned any minimum requirements for children to attend, such as needing to be able to feed themselves, among other things. On the contrary, they told us they would take care of giving him structure, helping him with potty training, and his education. To me, it was "music to my ears," but in reality I feel it was more of a sales tactic than reality, since there are other negative reviews mentioning the same thing. My son only lasted three days at Little Leaves and, by the institution's decision, was expelled due to his behavior, without them taking any responsibility for their lack of professionalism, their lack of structure for welcoming new children, and their inability to handle children who were struggling to adjust to a new environment in less than a week. They simply stopped providing service without even allowing a reasonable amount of time before making such a drastic decision -- only 3 days. My son is a child who has received a high level of care and love at home, and from the moment he entered this daycare he didn't feel accepted. The teachers expected him to follow the same routine as the other children, who had already been there for a while. He had just turned two years old a month earlier, and this whole process was completely new to him. Expecting him to adapt within three days is something not even an adult manages in weeks. They made no effort whatsoever to help integrate him -- they simply isolated him from the group. What kind of care is this? Are they actually qualified to care for children? My biggest complaint is that Little Leaves is not prepared to properly welcome children. A new child needs support from the teacher, a proper welcome into a new environment, and an appropriate integration into a group he doesn't know -- exactly as they described it to us when they were offering us on the service, which turned out to be completely false. My son, who is a very sweet child, exhibited behavior he doesn't show at home: he was erratic, pulled hair, and bit -- things he doesn't normally do -- and suddenly, in this new environment, he did them repeatedly. This makes me think he wasn't being treated properly; no person changes so radically from one environment to another without a reason. Contrary to what I expected, all I received were complaints. They had me fill out a report that they didn't explain properly, and at no point did they guide me through the process. One of the teachers had the recklessness to say they needed to "keep the rest of the children in the room safe" -- an extremely strong and alarming comment, considering they are dealing with children, not criminals. It's one of the most irresponsible statements I've ever heard from an education professional. To the owner, I recommend reviewing your processes for welcoming new children, being transparent about expectations and the center's limitations, and better training your staff on how to communicate with parents. I feel deeply disappointed by the treatment we received and by the unpleasant experience I went through. Who can determine a child's behavior in just three days? How would you feel if one of your own children were treated this way?

My son went here for about 2 years and I just don't have enough good things to say about how in…read morefantastic this place is! He started when he was 10 months old and the teachers were incredible with easing him into a new setting to decrease the stranger danger phase. All the staff members are so accommodating and keep me updated during the day so it feels like I'm not missing out on a thing! (Extra bonus points for tolerating a very hands on first time momma!!! They never made me feel any kind of way for asking too many questions or making specific requests about food/changes in my sons routine!) My sons social and physical skills have developed so much since he's started and his little personality has been shaped by the lovely teachers as well! Highly recommend for anyone considering!!

We sent both our 2 year old and 7 month old to Little Explorers which was their first time in…read moreDaycare. They made sure to keep us updated with pictures and texts throughout the day which was so incredible as we were all getting adjusted. Miss Wahida was so amazing and we knew our kids were in such good hands and taken care of. Lots of activities and fun packed schedule everyday!

My son attends the smaller satellite location for kids 2 yrs and younger. We love it!…read more Here's what works: First it's a small size group which means the staff to child ratio is good. Staff have been there for years, and you want there to be little staff turn over for consistency. You will get to know your child's teacher. They respond to any concerns, and do so courteously. The owner, Kate, has always been very professional and I really appreciate that. They have a backyard so kids can also be outdoors. While it was hard at first to leave my son, and he cried for about two weeks at drop off (all normal) now when I pick him up there are days he doesn't want to go home because he is having fun!

My 18th month old has been at this wonderful daycare since he was 2 months old. We are so very…read morepleased. It has so much to offer! 1) Dedicated and caring, well educated/trained teachers/staff, 2) fun, learning filled structured days, 3) great communication with parents, 4) unmatched amount of space for Queens with a beautiful playground, 5) windows in every classroom with plenty of trees outside, 6) PARKING LOT! No circling for a spot for drop-off and pick-up! 7) breakfast and lunch with varied monthly menu included for toddlers! 8) informative and helpful development report and meeting at 16 months, 9) drop-off as early at 6:45 AM, 10) no blackout weeks like other daycares!!

My son was enrolled from 6 months to 4 years old. I love the staff so much and miss the care they…read moreshowed for him. He grew in reach room as he aged up..... such a well rounded program.

My children attended this daycare for a year and I greatly appreciated the parking lot for drop off…read moreand pick up. Very convenient. However, I wouldn't recommend this day care for the following reasons: The educational factor is lacking in their daycare structure (ages 3 and under). Which is unacceptable and underwhelming for the high cost to attend here. My children have been in daycare since they were infants and have always had exceptional care and an engaging environment. I have walked in mid day to find the kids just watching TV here! When this was brought up to the owner- she tried to make excuses then said she'd talk to the teachers and nothing changed. At their previous daycare they would share things they learned or sing songs but didn't happen in the year my child attended. The Pre-K program is different than what they offer for daycare children. They try to follow the guidelines set by the DOE. The program seemed ok for this area. Cleanliness: Bathrooms are in a dingy basement with leaking sinks, insufficient soap and has consistently looked like it was in great need for a cleaning. This to me shows a lack of care and diligence regarding the safety of the kids not to get sick, and lack of respect for your own facility's upkeep. The management is not organized and their practices are a bit antiquated. The contract is for a year, where as other places, it's month to month and if you try to leave before then, they keep the deposit no matter the reason. If families were happy and satisfied, there wouldn't be a need to trap people with this type of contract. The only reason I give two stars is the teachers for my kids seemed to really care for the kids and were very patient and kind.

My daughter had an AMAZING Pre-K experience here. As mentioned in the previous review; it is the…read morekindness and caring of the teachers and other staff that makes this place so good!! Quite frankly there is down time in any learning environment. The local district 26 public schools are not above putting a movie on in the auditorium if its a rainy day outside! My daughter wished she could always be in this school; she is now in First Grade and still remembers the rules, the routine and the warmth that set the foundation for her good grades and healthy attitude about school.