Our daughter went to Viaquenti Village, starting from when she was 1 1/2. We were nervous because she is a very sensitive little one, perceptive, quiet, and, it bears repeating, sensitive. She has always been that way and, because of it, it can take some time before she warms to new people and new environments. My partner and I have learned quickly that being a parent means carrying alot of fears around your shoulders, and sending a kid out into the world brings with it a whole host of fears. My partner is very thorough, much more so than I and she searched vigorously on line, talked on list serves with other moms and mom groups about the options for day care. Viaquenti stood atop the others in the estimation of everyone she spoke with. Still, the worries, hang there, getting heavier and heavier until the day that you place the little one in the care of complete strangers. The process set up by Viaquenti is impressive, the meet up page and online check in, where you can see the activities your child is doing their mood, whether or not they ate their lunch, snacks, etc. This is helpful, along with the pictures. It seems impressive when you discover that Viaquenti uses technology so that parents can check in, but to be able to do so helped to calm us. Our little one needed a little toy to take with her for the first few months and this was allowed, and, so, In the pictures there the toy is, a purple little dog with yellow ears that she named FuFu. Whether she was riding a bike, eating, doing an art project or sitting during circle time, there was FuFu, loyally by her side. And, if ever we forgot him, a teacher would ask us where he was and we'd go back for him. This kind of care and attention to detail is one of the myriad of reasons that Viaquenti is a special place. To make any place you need good people and the staff at Viaquenti are warm and kind. Our daughter would speak about them during the weekend and she had her favorites for sure, but everyone, even the staff not directly responsible for her class, knew her name and the student's names. It really is a village. I look at our little one now amazed. Life, especially that age is about growth and development and the little person we nervously dropped off on her first day has grown, developed and learned so much. She speaks so well, can count 24, up 12 in Spanish, knows her abcs, can recognize her numbers up 10 and all of her letters. And, she is much more social, kind to smaller children and patient, if you can call a 2 year old patient. On the play ground she takes delight in waiting her turn and saying excuse me and please. It's a wonder. She is a small wonder and I think a great deal of the little wonder that she has become is because she, for too short of a time was cared for at Viaquenti Academy. Finally, while we looked forward to moving to our new house, the one great regret we have is that our daughter would no longer be able to attend Viaquenti. read more

I have been sending my two children to Viaquenti Preschool for the last 2-3 years, and my experience with the school has been extremely positive. 1. Viaquenti is run very efficiently when it comes to communication. Weekly newsletters are emailed and photos and lesson plans are uploaded in Meetup, so that parents are always aware of what's happening in the classroom, and can engage in conversation with their children about the school activities. The director/assistant directors promptly respond to your emails (99% of the time within a couple hours), and show openness for your concerns/suggestions, which I deeply appreciate. Any accidents in school (although it happens very rarely) are always handled professionally - with written accident reports, proper first aid treatment, and phone calls to the parents explaining what had happened. 2. The school provides well-balanced programs and a good variety of extracurricular activities - Spanish, music, art, and cooking classes. The teachers are not only good models for the children, but also are warm, caring, and fun. The school also provides high quality art supplies (apparently your one-time supplies fee is going to where it is supposed to be). 3. Everything in the school is beautiful (especially the mural), tastefully designed, and well-maintained. I am usually very picky with visuals and cleanliness, but Viaquenti has never disappointed me. Recently, the school opened a new location on the border of Jersey City and Hoboken. Although the surrounding area is a bit sketchy because of the redevelopment project, the school itself is super nice - spacious and brand new. 4. If you are a busy working parent, I recommend Viaquenti even more. Unlike public schools and some private schools in the area, this school offers such a working family friendly schedule. They open at 7:30am and close at 6pm. They will stay open throughout the year except for major holidays, 1 week spring break, 1.5 week Christmas break, and 2 half days for parent-teacher conference. At one point, I sent my older child to a montessori school, but their academic calendar was incompatible with my not-so-flexible work schedule. Having to hire someone for those extra days (which amounted to almost 2 weeks for the academic year + 3 more weeks between the summer sessions) not only adds up costs but a lot of stress on my part. Viaquenti has no random closures!! Another working family friendly point is that the school has a contract with a local catering vendor, so you can order hot lunch meals to be delivered to the school. 5. Last but not least, their tuition is reasonable compared to other private schools in the area. They do not charge additional fees for extra curricular activities, and there is absolutely no hidden fee. The school is putting so much effort to constantly improve their offerings. They will certainly listen to you and accommodate your needs if any. A big kudos to the administration! read more

We couldn't be any happier! My son has been going to SOHO location in Cast Iron Lofts for 1 1/2 years. He started as a baby in the infant room when they first opened in 2015 and is now in early preschool program. We made the decision based off of the reputation on their other location in the Village on Newark Ave which I had always heard parents love and are dedicated. Even though the SOHO location was opening brand new and my son was one of the first children to enroll, I met with the teachers and staff who gave me confidence they had the same activities and child caring philosophy as their Village location. I also have an older child who attends the SOHO location Kindergarten program on his days off from public school and summer breaks. Viaquenti has made a very welcoming and friendly community and we feel like it's a big family. They provide lots of love to my children, the teachers know my children even if my children aren't in their classroom -- they mix the kids as needed and are not rigid about classroom division lines. They have tons of engaging activities (painting for the little ones, language skills, singing, bringing in musician, outdoor play time every day 2x day, cooking class and kick boxing for older kids) and even this summer my kindergartener learned how to swim since they brought in a swim instructor and used their Cast Iron loft pool 2 times a week! I was so happy about that. They send photos daily via an app and download more photos on a weekly basis. I find the Spanish lesson is a real bonus for my kids. I wasn't seeking it out primarily but it's been a big asset and enjoyable for both kids. My younger son probably knows more Spanish than English since he's been attending since an infant! My older son picked up a lot of Spanish in the summer programs and sings songs in Spanish and has tuned in when he hears strangers speaking Spanish in public. Viaquenti is warm, happy, energetic atmosphere. They are flexible if you have questions or want to observe the classrooms. There are lots of opportunities to meet other parents or engage with your child in classroom activities. I highly recommend it. I know their cast iron location will become a big demand with a waitlist once the area develops more. read more

I have been so happy with both of my daughters at the Soho West location. We moved our older daughter here when she was two and a half and my little one has been attending since she was 12 weeks old. The teachers take great care of the children, the classrooms are extremely clean and communication between the school and the parents is top notch. My older daughter just moved up to the pre-k class and and I can honestly say I am amazed at how much she has thrived in this class since September. All of the teachers know the children by name and Charlotte and Sylvia have created a great program where children can be children and learn in a way that makes it fun and exciting. Although Viaquenti is a bilingual program I really feel that they do not push this on the children too much and I am proud to say that my 3.5 year old daughter can count to 10 in Spanish and comes home with a new word almost everyday! In the infant room the teachers are extremely caring (and careful) with the babies. They let them have their own schedule and make sure that they engage them throughout the day with different activities no matter how young they are. The teachers are very diligent about keeping you up to date with your child's activities and photos throughout the day with their dailyconnect app which is such a relief when you are a working mother. I would definitely recommend this program to anyone in the Jersey City area. read more

Viaquenti is as good as it gets in terms of schools, it actually feels like being part of a very happy family. My first son, who is now 7, went to Viaquenti when he turned 2 and stayed only for one year as I moved him to a dual language program in public school in Downtown Jersey City. I have come to realize it was a mistake and that he would have had a much better education and more fun had he stayed at Viaquenti. My second son ( 4 and a half) started at Viaquenti at One and a half years old and is still there. I am truly amazed at how much he has learned in this school, socially and academically. The most important thing is that he has learned to LOVE to learn, this is the most precious gift a teacher can give, this will stay with him for the rest of his life. They teach the kids to be caring, curious, good students in general, all with fun activities so kids actually want to go to school. They also have extra curricular activities for no extra fees like music, art, cooking, theater... Another plus is the afterschool program which is all in Spanish so kids can learn a second language. Finally, the staff including the director are all wonderful and very helpful, the communication is easy and effective. I highly recommended Viaquenti to any parent who want their children to thrive in a warm, encouraging, highly educational environment. Thank you Viaquenti!!! read more

We have had the privilege and good fortune of being a part of the Viaquenti community for the last 6 years. Having moved to JC from Brooklyn, we needed to find a school for our then 1.5 year old. We had high expectations and after touring a few schools in the neighborhood, we were beginning to feel panicked. We were concerned we wouldn't be able to find a school that balanced education and creativity, and was highly communicative. Until we come into Viaquenti. Our oldest son thrived at Viquenti as has our 2nd son. We, as parents, couldn't feel more grateful for the trust and confidence that Viaquenti has afforded us as the boys grew. We have always been listened to, communicated to. When in unexpected situations have come up (need a last minute baby-sitter, need outreach for nanny recommendations, etc.), we have been able to lean on Rachel and Charlotte for help and guidance. Never once have we felt like we are just another family, the folks at Viaquenti have always personal and genuine. I would (and have) highly recommend Viaquenti as a phenomenal place for kiddos and parents alike. read more

We feel SO very lucky to have our daughter at Viaquenti. We enrolled our daughter at the SOHO West location in February 2016 when she was 15 months old and since then we have seen her grow and learn so much every day, all while having fun and feeling safe, comforted and loved by the amazing caregivers. It's a great program; not too crazy for the little ones with restrictive structure but her days are also filled with fun activities and opportunities for her to play AND learn with her new friends. She looks forward to drop-off every day and all of the caretakers, even those who aren't in charge of her age group, know her so well. The ratio of kids to caretakers is exceptional and I am updated hourly via an app with pictures and reports of her meals, naps and activities. She does gymnastics, soccer, music class, art...and gets to play outside every day. The place is incredibly clean and the director Charlotte is immensely caring and communicative. I have never had to wait for a response to an email or call. Viaquenti is a model program and we are so happy our little one is here. read more

My son and daughter go to Viaquenti. My son is 5 and has been going there since he was 18 months old. We chose Viaquenti after an exhaustive search of the Jersey City area. We felt it was the best of the pre-schools in Jersey City. It has been an overwhelmingly positive experience. The International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum is rich and diverse, and teaches them so much more than simple language, and math. The senior leadership including Silvia the owner is top notch. They are 100% tuned to the education, and development of the kids, and it is super visible in the hiring, choices of content, curriculum, and activities for the kids. The teachers are caring, attentive, and truly teachers (vs. just babysitters). The kids learn lots of new things, that they bring home and share with us at random times. My son is 12+ months ahead of his age on the state evaluation charts, and I would attribute much of this to Viaquenti. My daughter goes there now as well, and she is already showing solid signs of growth, and development. Thank you Viaquenti! read more

We love Viaquenti! I'll start by saying that as a first time mom, I was adamant about finding a nanny for my daughter when I went back to work. However after exploring many options, we enrolled her at Viaquenti Academy when she was 5 months old and couldn't be happier. The teachers are absolutely amazing! They're so caring and patient as they worked with my daughter through learning how to crawl, then walk, being a picky eater, managing temper tantrums, learning Spanish (one of her first words was agua) and sign language, and so much more. A huge thank you to Miss Dahiana and Miss Juliana in the early preschool room who have been so so wonderful with her. Most days when we pick her up, she wants to stay and play with her friends. Now we're moving to the suburbs and have a hard time finding a daycare because Viaquenti has set the bar so high. There's also a shuttle to/from the PATH that makes commuting even easier. read more

My older son started at Viaquenti (Village location) at 18 months, and since then they have done a fantastic job in helping him reach his potential. He speaks Spanish as well as he speaks in English, reads fluently (again in both languages), and is well on his way to learning math. His progression is a testament to Ms. Sylvia, Ms. Rachel, and the entire Viaquenti staff, who are caring, warm, and who provide a nurturing atmosphere that has allowed my little guys to thrive. We thought that there might be a drop off in quality when the school moved from the Village location to Soho, but, if anything, the school has gotten even better. So much so, that we enrolled our younger son at the Soho location, and have seen Viaquenti guide him just as well as they guided our eldest. Our only compliant is that Viaquenti ends at Kindergarten/First Grade, as it means that our boys will have to leave this great school. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Viaquenti! I enrolled my daughter at 10 months and she is thriving. Each and every staff member is absolutely wonderful. So far I can only speak about the infant and early preschool programs since I haven't experienced the other classes yet. But this has been absolutely the best experience. I can tell the staff has a genuine affection for their role, as well as the children they are caring for. The infant room is amazing. I felt so good about leaving my daughter in their care. Aside from being very well loved and cared for; she has absolutely thrived. And she learned to communicate in Sign Language and can also understand Spanish. My daughter is now 15 months old and has just moved to the Early Preschool class. Friendly, loving teachers and wonderful environment. My daughter is happy, thriving, loved and well cared for! read more

Both of my kids started at Viaquenti in the Early Preschool Programs, my son was 18 months and my daughter 12 months. My son is just finishing up the Kindergarten program and my daughter will be moving up to the next class. We LOVE it here. The kids LOVE it and they LOVE their teachers. The kids really get so much love and attention, and they learn so much. The school really does a great job with providing lots of interesting activities like yoga, music, and theater. The older kids can participate in great activities like swimming (during summer camp), kickboxing, and piano. I really love the Spanish immersion, and that the kids are learning and always exposed to Spanish. The hours are great, the communication is great, and the price is not only reasonable but so worth it. We have been very happy there, the kids love it, and the education they receive is terrific. read more

I can't say enough about how wonderful Viaquenti is. My children have attended from early pre-school through kindergarten for my oldest. The nurturing, caring environment is second to none. They taught my oldest to read- and love reading- before first grade, and both kids are practicing math well above their grade levels. But most importantly, they've taught my kids to love learning and love school and the value of being inquisitive. Each morning, my two children are excited to go off to school, and at pick-up, they want to be the last to leave (and we often are). Knowing that they are learning and developing throughout the day, and truly enjoying it, makes it much easier to work full-time. The teachers, director, and assistant director have made the school into a great community for the whole family to be a part of. read more

Our son has been attending Viaquenti since he was just under 2 years old and we couldn't be happier with his progress (he will be 5 years old next month). His teachers have basically watched him grow up and the Founder and Executive Director, Ms Silvia, is also very hands on. What's even better is that the school runs a camp during the summer so we are able to maintain a routine throughout the year. Viaquenti's dual immersion aspect is extremely beneficial as we are also Spanish-speaking at home so our son has the constant exposure. He can speak, read and write in both languages and we are confident he will continue to do well in kindergarten this fall which will also be within a dual immersion program in one of JCs public schools. We are looking forward to sending our 16 month old daughter here in September! read more

This is a fantastic school with exceptionally loving and caring teachers. Two of my children have already attended, with the third starting in September. I was extremely nervous and anxious about leaving my kids ANYWHERE. After about a week, I saw my kids run up to their teachers and hug them and I knew this was the right place for me. I especially like that they communicate what my child is doing, how long he napped, how much he ate (even how many poopy diapers he had!) via Daily Connect. This communication was/is very comforting to me. I also really like that they have the outdoor space. This was VERY important to me when researching different places (and I researched many). I haven't had any negative experiences thus far and don't anticipate having any. Very happy with Viaquenti! read more

My daughter goes to the kindergarten program at Viaquenti SOHO West. We moved her there after going to the summer camp which she enjoyed. She loves the teachers! She has learned to read and write book reports and has become a wiz at math. She is excited to go to school everyday and when I come to pick her up at after care, she doesn't want to go. Always finishing up some art project or cooking class they do in aftercare. They constantly are making fun arts and crafts with the children to teach about fossil fuels and the different countries. Physical education is a little lacking but they have kickboxing once a week and go on field trips to learn about the world around them. I recommend the school and the staff wholeheartedly. read more

My kid attended their SOHO West branch. The director of this place suffers from "Therapy syndrome". She believes children as young as 2 should be constantly subjected to some kind of therapy or other. if a child laughs too much he/she needs therapy or if a child is simply quiet... he/she needs therapy, if a child wants to constantly play with other children.. he/she must be abnormal .. and vice versa. It's a joke. Un-enrolled my kid within 2 months. Later found out that this branch had positive reviews even before it opened doors (talk about fake reviews) and later they took down their listing for this branch from yelp due to negative reviews. ¸¸.**¨**¸¸.**¨** SUPER FAIL ¸¸.**¨**¸¸.**¨** read more

We love Viaquenti Academy! The staff is so caring and friendly it feels like a second family. My youngest child attended the Early Preschool classroom, it was her first time in a daycare/preschool setting and she has transitioned very easily. She has thrived there! We love all the teachers and assistant teachers, as well as everyone in the administration. The communication is excellent, this school cares for the children AND their families, always trying to make the parents' lives easier too. The curriculum is very well thought, we also loved the outdoor playground and the indoor play area in the Early Preschool classroom. Thank you! read more

My 3 1/2 year old daughter attends Viaquenti Academy and absolutely loves it. She asks to go even on Saturdays and Sundays when there is no school! All of the teachers and staff are so loving and kind and very welcoming to the children. It's a great community of parents, as well. We know many people who send their children there and everyone has such wonderful things to say about it. My husband and I have seen such a difference in our daughter's growth and learning. We couldn't be happier. I HIGHLY recommend Viaquenti! read more