I was recommended to this place by our dentist, Comprehensive Pediatric Dentistry in Bound Brook…read more We visited and absolutely loved the staff. Can't wait for our little one to start this fall.

My child is in the infant class at AMS, and I am very pleased with my experience. We joined at the…read morebeginning of the school year, and we are so happy to see how our child is learning and developing at school. I can see how much the teachers care for our child - they provide me with daily updates via the portal, take time to speak with me at pickup and dropoff, address my questions and requests, and call me if they have any concerns. I see how much the teachers genuinely care for my child and the other children in the class. It is great to see my child also enjoy and connect with the teachers. I love the crafts and development activities the teachers do throughout the week - and appreciate the pictures we receive of our child participating in class activities. The parent portal and video cameras (extra cost) in the class are great because we get to check in on a regular basis to see how our child and class is going. Also, the infant head teachers are well qualified with degrees in early childhood education which is good to see at the infant age. The school offers great hours, a coverage calendar for daycare kids that is very friendly for working parents, and reasonable tuition costs. I do think there are administration opportunities of improvement for parents and teachers to connect - mixers, parent days with the kids, etc. Sometimes school emails and notifications are delayed. I also notice the grounds can be better kept. For example, the pumpkin decor from the fall is still up in January. Nevertheless, I have a sense of peace and calm when I drop off my child at AMS - Warren because I am happy with the staff, wonderful class teachers and know my child is happy, loved and safe.

My 3rd child is currently enrolled at Long Hill Montessori, and I only have positive things to say…read moreabout the education, care, and attention my children have received at LHMS, in no small part to the new owners Kelly Legiec & Fiona Rouse. They both have strong education backgrounds, and have been at LHMS for 5 + years, and recently bought the school from the sorta shady guy that previously owned the school. The school is set up in 2 large classrooms - the Acorn Room is set up for the the 2.5 y/os - 3 yr/0, and the Oak Room is for the 3-6 yr olds. It's a nice set up so the super young kids don't feel overwhelmed by the older kids, and the older kids have a sense of accomplishment moving on to the Big Room . There is a pretty nice, mulched playground out back for the kids can burn off some energy during the day. I knew nothing of the Montessori system when my first child started there, but it's really kinda cool. The students are given a lot of autonomy for such a young age -- they are gently guided through age-appropriate tasks & lessons, where they work independently or in small groups. Not only are they learning counting, letters, shapes, sizes etc--- the things you'd expect your kids to learn in preschool, but they are also learning to self-motivate, work independently and work in small groups --- all great life lessons. My older 2 children are thriving in public school in great part to the skills, confidence, independence and education they gathered at Long Hill Montessori. I highly recommend this school !

I am so thrilled to have found LHMS! My eldest daughter is currently enrolled in Kindergarten in…read morepublic school and is thriving academically and socially after her three years at LHMS. She started out in the Acorn room with the schools' youngest students, and like many of her peers, she was weary to leave her mommy at three years old. Her teachers showed her such compassion and patience that within a matter of days she was eager to get through the gate in the mornings and excited to tell me about her day when I came to pick her up each afternoon. Over the course of the three years she was enrolled in LHMS, our entire family noticed such a change in her! She went from clinging to my legs at family gatherings to confidently looking adults in the eye and playing with other children. I remember how quickly she learned the alphabet, the sounds each letter makes, counting, cultures from around the world, the environment, animals and their habitats - I mean, you name it - and I am so grateful for that strong foundation because she now does her homework with such ease, making the whole school experience so much more pleasant! My youngest child is now in the Acorn room and absolutely loves it! The teachers have a way of making school so fun, that he went from crying every morning to literally running to get in the car to see them. It's the personal touches - the way they patiently help him settle down to nap, the way they brush off an accident instead of dwelling or shaming, they even personalize the school's annual fundraiser so parents have an idea of which gifts would be best suited for their child in particular. A couple times I had some disciplinary issues and they took the time to help guide me through my kids' changing emotions, giving me advice and listening to concerns; I truly consider them like a co-parent! You can tell that the staff at LHMS really love what they do, they genuinely care for the kids, they're not just supervising them or teaching them, they're caring for them in a holistic way. Each day they're offered healthy snacks, guided through the work to make sure they're on track academically, and given the affection and attention each individual kid needs, and believe me, my kids can be a handful, they demand a LOT of attention! I trust them with my most precious little ones, and endorse them whole-heartedly!

The care and development of one's child is among the most sacred responsibilities in which a parent…read morecan entrust others. Enrolling our son in his new school probably made us feel more vulnerable than him! From day one, our experience with the staff at Albrook, especially his teachers and aftercare aids, has only made us feel comfortable with our decision. From our regular amazement at his pace of learning, to his obvious enthusiasm when talking about his classmates and teachers, we're so appreciative of his time at the school and look forward to many more smiles in the future. Thank you, Albrook!

From the owner: Montessori at its best! The Albrook School, educates students from toddler through sixth grade. As…read morea private non-profit Montessori school, it is fully accredited by the American Montessori Society and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is staffed by certified Montessori teachers.

THE SCHOOL IS NOT CLOSED! Classes will start up again in September…read more It has run continuously for over forty years! The Sundance School is an independent day school that continues to be a warm, happy place where all the children 2 1/2 years old through grade 8 are supported, challenged and encouraged to reach their highest potential. THE SCHOOL IS NOT CLOSED for the summer! The Performing Arts Camp runs for three sessions and puts on three amazing shows each summer! There is also a camp for pre-school-aged children. Check out the website to find out more: https://www.thesundanceschool.com/

Teachers are friendly, welcoming and will take care your child with attention. They have a lot of…read moretoys and cool activities for children. However the cost is expensive $1600 a month for mon-frir 9-3pm. Lunch not included. If you have the money, do enroll your child

Went recently to an open house to obtain some information on their program and I am so glad I…read morewent! They provided a tour and I was informed of their recent upgrades and what additional upgrades were to be expected. The staff were professional and attentive to my questions. What I was most impressed with was their curriculum, including the ratio of teacher to students. I left feeling that the staff really cared and that it truly was a nurturing environment.

Because of covid we were forced to put our child in a larger day care. Something we were very…read moreuneasy about. Cynthia the owner is very nice and explained all of the protocols and everything they are doing to keep our son safe. This put me at great ease and I am very happy with the staff and the app that they use to keep us in the loop everyday. Overall this is the best place for my son and he is super excited to go there everyday. Highly recommend!

In my opinion, this day care is THE BEST DAY CARE in town (and neighboring towns). Let me start off…read moreby saying, that similar to many parents, I researched many daycares before choosing a location. In addition, my child attended two other day cares before we landed here. The way the teachers interact with the children is wonderful to see. The teachers are firm and consistent in their approach to bad behavior (ie. removing the child from the space, talking to them, explaining why, etc.). They are kind and patient, they teach, they have fun (art, shaving cream, dancing). It's truly the BEST DAYCARE IN TOWN. My daughter has learned so much!!!!! Examples - ABC's, sign language, how to write, even some Spanish colors, and so much more. The Director, Johana is phenomenal, as well. My daughter was having a behavioral issue 2-3 months into joining. She was ok with the other children but she was not listening to the teachers and displaying behavior that was not her normal behavior. I believe this was because we just changed daycares and in parallel I was transitioning her into her own room / bed. Johana sat me down and explained all the issues and the impact it was having. She gave some recommendations on what we could work to implement, together, to try and rectify the problem. She was also very clear on how long we had to try and implement a solution (before we would need to change schools). All things I truly appreciated because there was over communication on the problem, a willingness to work together to try and resolve the issue, and a clear deadline. In the end, I was finally able to get through to my daughter and her morning statements of "I don't want to go here!!!" changed into "I can't wait to tell Ms. Caila XYZ" or greeting Mrs. Johana on the way to excitedly join Ms. Temu's class. Their willingness to try and work with you (as a parent) and their dedication to providing a safe, fun, and educational place for all the children is impeccable. You won't regret sending your child, here.

Can't say enough wonderful things about Lightbridge Academy, my son thrives and is always happy to…read morecome here. As a parent one of the most important things is to know your child is safe and well taken care of and this is exactly what we feel here. Nothing can compare to having peace of mind knowing that our son is in good hands. Also, the staff and teachers are wonderful and easy to communicate with. We are beyond happy with Lightbridge Academy! Keep up the good work! :)

The dedicated teachers at this school create a nurturing environment that fosters independence and…read moreallows children to build confidence through hands-on learning experiences. What impressed me the most is their innovative approach to introducing Chinese as a second language. They engage the kids through sing-alongs, daily greeting practices, holiday and birthday celebrations, as well as brush painting and writing activities. It's truly commendable how they embrace the notion that play is a child's work and the cornerstone of early childhood education.

Let me start by saying the negative reviews here seem to be from people who visited but did not…read moreenroll their children. I would say it is unfair to give a harsh review based on a first impression and on a place that is not suited to your personal preference. I wouldn't give a negative review for a steak restaurant just because I'm a vegetarian. That being said, my wife and I visited and researched several daycares in the area before selecting STREAM. We were rather judicious because our son was only 4 months at the time of enrollment and because we wanted him to have a good developmental experience but we weren't keen on putting too much pressure on him to get a "headstart". For example, we visited another daycare which was much larger in size and felt more like a school with desks and classrooms. That's not really what we were looking for. We wanted him to learn and grow and be guided but not be in a rigid environment focused on getting him ready for standardized testing. That is not to say that STREAM doesn't teach their students - their approach is very thoughtful and creative and allows the children to learn naturally, practically and at their own pace. Perhaps more than that is that we trust the staff and teachers there. We can really feel their care and concern and how much they love the children. They are in constant communication and they are devoted to the children. Our child has thrived in that environment and is always happy and excited to go there. We can't thank the staff their enough for the indispensable role they have played in caring for our child.

American Montessori School was a god sent a gift for our daughter. Their education quality is…read moretop-notch. The teachers are loving and caring. Being in the education system myself, I understand how much effort it takes to provide valued education to children. AMS does it all. Sadly, we have to move to a different area, We will miss AMS so much. Thank you, Ms. Lalita, Ms. Anu, Ms. Maria, and Ms. Amrita for what you do. I highly recommend AMS for early education.

My daughter has had a wonderful time here, for a whole year. We started to go in the beginning of…read moreKindergarten, and because she loved her teacher and friends, she wanted to go everyday. In the mist of a new school environment, she had a lovely time adjusting with her friendly teachers and friends. During break, my daughter is looking forward to summer camp.

My daughter started at KinderCare in Warren last March and it has been an amazing experience! The…read morestaff and management are so friendly, caring, and really take the time to focus on the children as individuals. The center does a lot of family events and there's always something exciting happening. We love this center and are so happy to be a part of the KinderCare family!!

My daughter is almost 8 months and started daycare this week. She came home with a raspy voice on…read moreMonday (was there from 9am-12pm) and it sounded like she's been screaming or crying but her day sheet said she did great. Tuesday, her voice got worse and I'm starting to worry. Keep in mind that I have been calling multiple times a day to see how she is doing and I'm always told she is doing great but what they tell me over the phone does not match her day sheet, activity wise. I have also been stoping by at least once a day and she's either already napping or about to go down for a nap (always in her crib). I gave them her daily schedule and they weren't following it but I figured, it's her first week and she's trying to adjust. Wednesday.. the drop off was so tough with her clinching onto me and just crying. I walked away and had this feeling that the daycare workers were not bothered by my little girls screams. I called an hr later and spoke to her teacher who said, everything was fine. I explained to her that I know my daughter has been crying and I just want to keep the communication open and honest so I need to know when she cries the most and how long does it take her to settle down after I leave. She agreed, however I got another "great day" sheet. Also, her feeding and sleeping were off, she was eating 1/4 of what she would have had at home and sleeping twice as much. Thursday.. I drop her off, she's screaming and crying like everyday. I walked out but decided to wait outside the room to see how they calm her down and long it takes (she can't see me). 10 min in, she is still crying and they are doing nothing other than telling her "it's ok". Finally her teacher picks her up which calms her down a little and takes her into another room where I can't see her so I left. I waited 45 min and went back in. I saw my little girl hyperventilating from crying all by herself in the foam pit while her teacher sat 2 feet away with the other 2 babies who are quiet, doing paperwork, like she can't hear my daughter. I waited a minute and nothing! I ran in to grab my baby and asked the teacher if this is what she does all day, her response "yes". I was livid! They had been lying to me from day one! Instead of helping her adjust to a new setting, they just let her cry until she can't cry anymore and put her in her crib to pass out. When I asked why I wasn't informed that my baby was crying all day, she responded with an attitude, "isn't this what she does at home". I don't know how someone so cold and disconnected ended up in childcare. I wish I was informed of the difficulties my baby was having so maybe I could do something to help with the transition. Needless to say, we are done with Kindercare!