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Recent preschool reviews in Central Islip, NY

Imagine Early Learning Center at Courtyard Kids

5.0

The children are intellectually stimulated and creatively encouraged while engaging in age appropriate fun. More importantly, the staff at Courtyard Kids genuinely cares about the children. In addition to introducing colors, letters and numbers, they teach kindness, courtesy and sharing. I like...

- Diane

Emanuel Lutheran Early Education Center

5.0

They are the best! They care for my daughter and for everyone.

- Ketty L.

Learn and Play Islandia

5.0

They are very caring and always listen to the parents needs. They keep you updated throughout the day and they make sure the children are comfortable.

- kaitlin C.

Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare

5.0

Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare is by far the best daycare around! I looked around at a few other daycares in the area before deciding on Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare for my kids. I have never felt more comfortable dropping my kids off for the day while I go to work. Nida is amazing with all of...

- Sara M.

Leon Early Childhood Center

5.0

Amazing. That’s all I have to say. All around amazing. A huge facility that caters to each child’s needs. Highly recommended!

- Care member

Preschools in Central Islip, NY

Imagine Early Learning Center at Courtyard Kids

Imagine Early Learning Center at Courtyard Kids

10 Federal Plaza, Central Islip, NY

5.0

(5)

Imagine @ Courtyard Kids is a NYS licensed and NAEYC accredited childcare center serving children 6 weeks-5 years old. We are a 12 month program, open 7:30am-6:00pm. We are a state of the art facility complete with an indoor gym and Infant, Toddler and Preschool playgrounds. When you come inside,...
5.0
"The children are intellectually stimulated and creatively encouraged while engaging in age appropriate fun. More importantly, the staff at Courtyard Kids genuinely cares about the children. In addition to introducing colors, letters and numbers, they teach...

Diane


Central Islip Public Schools located at 50 Wheeler Road, Central Islip, NY aims to help students fulfill their potentials and become responsible. The schools provide a quality, educational experience that offers innovative and equitable learning opportunities in a secure and nurturing environment.

Small Scholars Day Care and Learning Center

436 Ocean Ave, Central Islip, NY

Small Scholars Day Care and Learning Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Central Islip, New York, for kids from six weeks to twelve years old program. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents...

Emanuel Lutheran Early Education Center

Emanuel Lutheran Early Education Center

179 East Main Street, PATCHOGUE, NY

Starting at $745/mo

5.0

(1)

Emanuel has been in Patchogue for over 60 years. Deciding to choose a preschool for your child’s education demonstrates you want what is best for your child. Emanuel is committed to working with the parent community to provide a nurturing environment to foster the growth of children...
5.0
"They are the best! They care for my daughter and for everyone."

Ketty L.


PRECIOUS LAMBS, INC.  EARLY CHILDHOOD AND CHILD CA

PRECIOUS LAMBS, INC. EARLY CHILDHOOD AND CHILD CA

630 BROADWAY AVE STE 8, HOLBROOK, NY

4.0

(1)

Boutique style child care center and early learning center providing individualized and personalized care for children ages 6 week through 5 years old. We also provide before and after care as well as drop in emergency care.

Learn and Play Islandia

Learn and Play Islandia

1305 East Suffolk Ave, ISLANDIA, NY

Starting at $1625/mo

3.0

(2)

*Our Play Based Curriculum* The Learn and Play system gets children excited about learning through activities that reward curiosity and games that promote cooperation and focus. Children learn best when children are having fun playing. The Learn and Play curriculum aims to meet the varying...
5.0
"They are very caring and always listen to the parents needs. They keep you updated throughout the day and they make sure the children are comfortable. "

kaitlin C.


Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare

Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare

5 Wendy Drive, Farmingville, NY

5.0

(3)

Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare: 631-566-7886, www.Facebook.com/LittleKiddieEinsteinsDaycare Preschool, 5 Wendy Drive, Farmingville, NY 11738. Hours of Operation: 6:30am through 7:00pm. State Licensed | CPR & First Aid & Safety Certified. Welcoming Children: 6 weeks - 9 years. FULL-TIME/PART-TIME...
5.0
"Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare is by far the best daycare around! I looked around at a few other daycares in the area before deciding on Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare for my kids. I have never felt more comfortable dropping my kids off for the day while I go...

Sara M.


Leon Early Childhood Center

Leon Early Childhood Center

25 Church St, RONKONKOMA, NY

5.0

(2)

Leon Early Childhood Center is a new fully equipped school that offers a STEM HighScope educational Program that allows students to explore their interest at an early age in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Hence our Motto, "Cultivating Young Minds to Impact the world". We server children...
5.0
"Amazing. That’s all I have to say. All around amazing. A huge facility that caters to each child’s needs. Highly recommended!"

Care member


ALL ABOUT THE LITTLE ONES DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL

ALL ABOUT THE LITTLE ONES DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL

15 KNICKERBOCKER AVE UNIT 3, HOLBROOK, NY

5.0

(1)

Our facility offers bright classrooms with age apporiated toy's, and a private fenced in playground. Your little one will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. Each classroom offers theme based curriculum that is age...
5.0
"My daughter has been with the center since she was 2 and it had been wonderful. We have had a wonderful experience here. The staff is amazing and work really well with the children. I would 100% recommend the day care to anyone who is looking gin the area for...

Tara P.


Precious Kids

Precious Kids

540 Horseblock Rd Suite 1, Farmingville, NY

5.0

(9)

It is our mission to provide quality childcare. Precious Kids is privately owned by a parent who had the same worries of young working mothers today. We know that choosing a childcare center can be difficult. The worries and guilt new mothers feel leaving your child are very stressful. But you...
5.0
"We absolutely love the staff and Precious Kids! The communication and safety is much better then our previous preschool and the curriculum is great! My 4 year old has progressed so much"

J N


Miss Debbie's Daycare

Miss Debbie's Daycare

9 Berkshire Road, West Babylon, NY

5.0

(1)

Debra Bonventre -Miss Debbie's Day Care New York State Licensed Child Care Provider. Member Child Care Council of Suffolk County. OCFS Fingerprinted and Background Checked CPR and First Aid certified. Over 240 hours of completed Child Care Training (with ongoing training). Miss Debbie's Day...
5.0
"Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring, nurturing caregiver, but she has taught my children so much...doing so many activities with them daily...they never...

Eileen T.


It's About Time Children's Center

It's About Time Children's Center

2 Minto Ct, Centereach, NY

5.0

(1)

Conveniently located in Centereach, It's About Time Children's Center is now enrolling for Summer and Fall! Please read our Facebook reviews and give us a call if you like what you see! Further reference available upon request. We here at It's About Time Children's Center hold the core beliefs...
5.0
"Very pleasant and clean environment. These people really are the real pros. Very attentive to the kids and to the parents. I feel very comfortable leaving my kid in their hands. Also prices that won't break the bank. I only wish I found this place sooner. Anyway...

James A


Kidz Under Constuction

Kidz Under Constuction

829 Greenbelt Pkwy West, Holbrook, NY

4.0

(7)

Our daycare is designed to promote interaction and T.L.C. between providers, children and their peers of all ages. We provide developmental toys and learning materials appropriate for each age group, as well as an environment which is bright, safe, spacious, and stimulating. The yard is fully...
5.0
"My son has attended Kidz Under Construction since he was 6 months old. He is now 6 years old and still loves going there after school. The pre-school program helps kids get ready for the kindergarten, and the child care program provides multiple different learning...

Ann Marie N.


ST. MARY'S PLAYTIME PROGRAMME

ST. MARY'S PLAYTIME PROGRAMME

315 LAKE SHORE RD, LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY

Starting at $300/mo

5.0

(2)

We provide a loving and nurturing social and academic program with your choice of 3,4 or 5 days/week 9:00-1:00 at a cost of $25/day. Your child will feel safe and loved and get plenty of one-on-one attention with our small class size. Our goal is to develop a love for learning that the children...
5.0
"I sent all of my 3 kids there. The teachers are very knowledgeable and loving."

Kerri B.


Sienna's Learning Center

Sienna's Learning Center

1434 Chicago Avenue, Bay Shore, NY

5.0

(1)

Sienna's Learning Center offers quality day care at affordable prices. We provide services in a safe , structured, learning environment. We are open Monday- Friday from 6:30 am to 5:30pm. NYS licensed. Bilingual CPR/FIRST AID
5.0
"This is what educational day care is all about! The staff are all certified teachers and know how to teach the children while they have a fun time. Clean and safe environment. Beautiful atmosphere and reading is important to the provider. I love the daily story...

Jackson M.


Care Solutions Plus

Care Solutions Plus

26 W. 17th Street, Deer Park, NY

5.0

(1)

Care Solutions Plus is a social services provider that can assist in services for children with Autism and developmental disabilities. Our area of expertise is community support and rehabilitation, ABA therapy as a contractor, assistance with daily living skills.
5.0
"Esther provided care for my daughter Aidah who is high needs and sometimes not compliant. Her expertise was helpful and timely to assist and regulating behaviors."

Ema


Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive,...

Kiddie Academy of East Setauket

Kiddie Academy of East Setauket

10 Research Way, EAST SETAUKET, NY

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Children Of America Smithtown

Children Of America Smithtown

100 Landing Ave Smithtown NY 11787, Smithtown, NY

2.3

(3)

At Children Of America, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional environment for your child to flourish and thrive. We are a childcare in Smithtown, NY with many years of experience in providing educational daycare. Children of America is the #1 Preschool in America, providing an educational and...
5.0
"Living on Long Island in 2018 is not easy and to be able to sustain a good life here both Mom and Dad need to to work. Making the decision to put your child into daycare is not an easy one, especially 5 days a week. Since she's been 3 months old our daughter Caylum...

Justin S


0060 - Childtime of Hauppauge

0060 - Childtime of Hauppauge

157 Adams Avenue, HAUPPAUGE, NY

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...

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Ratings for Central Islip, NY preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Preschools in Central Islip, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.