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 !

My son was home with me for almost 3 years before starting Little Genius. He adapted to his new…read moreenvironment fairly quickly and loves going to school. He would sing songs or recite poems that he learned at school randomly at home. I love how they use STEM for teaching and I enjoy all the school activities and arts and crafts projects he brings home. I would highly recommend enrolling your child in Little Genius.

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.

Countryside Montessori School is the kindest, most caring school. My first daughter started summer…read moreof 2022. We were nervous about sending her somewhere as she had never been separated from us before. She had no problem going right in and getting acclimated. She quickly made lots of friends, she learned all of her English skills within the first 6-8 months as she had only spoken Chinese up until this point. She learned so many new skills that I was so impressed by her new skill sets all by age 2. Ms. Cynthia is the best! She has advanced my older daughter beyond what we could have imagined. As soon as my second daughter was eligible I enrolled her and I've been equally impressed at the rate at which she learns new skills and has begun to articulate her needs!! The time and dedication the teacher has put into each and every child truly reflects. My daughters have grown to have such a bond with Ms. Dana in the office. Ms Mary Ann, Ms. DeLancy, and Ms. Dana have been nothing short of amazing and welcoming to my children. I feel safe when I drop my kids, as I know they're going to get everything they need and they will be well cared for. I see some negative opinions here, and I was compelled to post this 5-star review, as you have to come to school with the mentality that you don't know everything, and that the teachers aren't here to just babysit, there here to help your kid learn and grow with proven track records that work. I've found them to all be extremely approachable and often provide me great insight on how I can improve personally, and at home so my kids have the strongest foundation possible. All I can say is this place is awesome and I've already recommended it to many friends and family who also attend here.

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.

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!

I'm incredibly picky and I have had a VERY good experience with Kiddie Academy over the last three…read moreyears. i have found the staff and leadership to be friendly, competent and flexible and the prices fair . My son enjoys going to school and is HAPPY when I pick him up. Barring an occasional stuffy nose, my son has NEVER been ill over the past three years of attending school - nor have his three friends that come here as well - Im not sure Cynthia Z's blame is appropriately directed. It will be difficult to see him graduate into Kindergarten but will hold the memories of the positive experience for years to come. Special thanks to Ms. Erica, Ms Bibi and Gloria - Dojo and Coops

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!!

From the owner: Little Leaves Childcare strives to ensure the safety and development of your little ones! We offer…read morecare from the ages of Birth to 4 Years Old! Gives us a call today at 516-502-1500 to set up a tour :)

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.