I cannot say enough positive things about Merrick Woods! MW has been a HUGE blessing to my girls…read more Not only do they wake up early each morning looking forward to another exciting, fun-filled day at MW, but I can go to work and not stress or worry for a minute wondering if the girls are safe/bored/alone/insert your worry here. As a parent, you will always feel safe knowing that your kids have certified, caring teachers surrounding them. The kids even take swim lessons and reach American Red Cross levels of safety and skill. You also will not realize you are even in Merrick or Long Island for that matter once you enter the sprawling, wooded campus! We are very grateful to MW !!!!!

Both of my sons went to pre k here , and my oldest went to kindergarten as well. Great staff and a…read morequality education . It is pricy, but you get what you pay for .

I work here and I absolutely love it. The kids are great and so are my coworkers. We all work…read moretogether to help everyone out. The hours are great and we follow a school schedule. So, we are off when the elementary/high schools are off. My director and assistant director are great as well. They are very understanding when it comes to having a day off, coming in late, or leaving early. I feel very comfortable going up to them and talking to them as well. The owners are great too. They, as well as the assistant director and director, are concerned for out health and, of course, the childrens health. It makes me happy working with such great people

Both my children have attended this wonderful school. The staff here are amazing. They really take…read moretheir profession to the next level with their compassion, patience, and love of teaching. I could not recommend this place more, they are fantastic.

This school and the teachers and administrator are amazing. I have sent two kids here and they were…read moreso great with them. My older son went to another school his first year, and they were terrible. We moved him here and they worked with him so much, and he really loved it here. So when it was time for my second son to go to school, we didn't think twice about sending him here. They are so nice and so great with the kids. They really care about the kids and communicate with the parents very well. They inform the parents at pick up what the kids did that day. If your looking for a nursery/preschool, this is the school to go to.

My daughter has been enrolled in this school for almost a full year now. I have found it to be a…read morewonderful first school for her-- her teacher and assistant teacher are AMAZING, the (new 2017-2018) director is very involved, the classrooms are well-equipped, the gym space is huge and offers lots of room for exercise. The school offers a curriculum with structure and routine, but play is also a big part of each day. The student body is racially and culturally diverse. Parents can opt to participate in the classroom 1 day per month for a slightly lower tuition. It has been a joy to watch my daughter and her classmates develop their social skills, fine motor skills, and overall enthusiasm for learning this year. I wholeheartedly recommend this school!

Very good communication between school and parents. Very…read morekind and caring teachers. Very warm learning atmosphere. My 3 years old daughter loves the school and teachers so so much

There are some negative reviews here that don't reflect our experience at Goddard. My son has…read moreattended this school since he was 1.5 years old (he's is almost 4). Before daycare, we had an au pair, but we felt he would benefit more from being around other children. Of all the options we explored, Goddard was by far the best choice. The school is safe, clean, and has plenty of outdoor space for kids to run and play, plus an indoor gym for rainy or very cold days. The staff is passionate about their work, maintains strict teacher-to-child ratios, and follows a curriculum that balances fun with learning. We receive photos throughout the day and a helpful en-of-day report. We've been very happy with all my son's teachers over the years. They've made him feel special, encouraged his growth, and helped him form strong friendships. The children motivate one another in such a positive way. Some people mention that tuition is higher than other schools, but we feel it's worth it for the level of care and education provided. You do need to pack lunch and snacks daily, but that's no different from feeding your child at home-and it ensures they'll eat food they enjoy. Coming from NYC, we were expecting long daycare waitlists, so we reached out six months before his start date. To our surprise, we had no issues getting a spot, and he's been enrolled full time since day one. We highly recommend this school.

I get the feeling that this daycare is nothing more than a money grab. They presented well at…read morefirst, but it quickly became apparent to me that they prioritize profit over care. Where other comparable schools charge $50 for enrollment, Goddard charges $350 non-refundable and then tells you they won't have space for your child. Other schools provide breakfast, lunch, and snacks - at Goddard, despite the tuition being double, there is no lunch provided. If you need to withdraw your child, many schools have a 30-day opt-out clause - Goddard's opt-out clause is 60 days, and you need to be careful because they are extremely vague and unclear when it comes to money. The teachers seemed entirely disinterested in the families and children, the outdoor space is tiny, and the overall environment did not feel welcoming.

I like overall this place. Teachers are great. However,…read morethey have gone crazy with the prices. Not only they have an annual "registration" fee on top of your very high, well above average fee, they also increase fees 10% annually. They are trying to upsale... constantly. Talking to the kids about all these pricy extra activities that happen at the same time they are there: yoga class, cooking class... I'm already paying 3k a month... why do I need to pay for activities while my kids are there?

We have been sending our girls to primrose since they were infants and have been so happy with the…read morewhole experience. Great staff, great facility, great owners. The curriculum is well thought out and has prepares my oldest well for kindergarten. Highly recommend.

The best nursery 3 yr. Great teachers, great overall education. My daughter absolutely loves it…read more They offer separate science, music classes, library, play in the gated playground, go on a field trip, have field day, and the cutest shows oh and crafts galore!! Really THE best! Safe as well. Doors are locked and the staff CARES! Not sure why there aren't more good reviews because all the parents I speak to feel the same! We all love Pixie!

Awesome school, we love it, can't say enough. This is my son's second year, he has learned so much…read more He loves his teachers.

I have been attending this daycare for my 13 month old for about a month and it has been such a…read moregreat experience. She sleeps and eats well while she is there. They have great activities for the children, and the staff are super friendly and accommodating to your needs. I am one of those parents that likes to call and check up on her and they are always happy to receive my calls. I have been to other daycare like bright horizons and tutor time. I feel that kids connection provides more of a family feel and not a school like setting. We are happy to be here.