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Recent preschool reviews in Melville, NY
Kiddie Academy of Farmingdale
3.0
My son has been attending this school for 4 years. When he was little it was great, liked the teacher, the education, the school in general. Now that he is getting older it's not that great. They don't know how to handle hyper boys, my son is always being yelled at. They don't allow them to get up...
- Tiffany R.
Sandcastle Day Care
5.0
Amazing daycare! Teachers are wonderful and my children have an great time at school!!
- Anom
First Stop Kids Daycare & Preschool
5.0
The staff is fantastic! We know our baby is safe and well cared for at First Stop Kids. Scott has done a fantastic job redoing the building while still keeping the essence of a warm and nurturing daycare. The hours are perfect. The fact that it is opened until 7pm has been a blessing for our work...
- Julie
Day Creative Tots Care
5.0
It's a home away from home. Very loving, clean, reliable. They close at 5:30pm . The tuition was affordable. She always worked with me.
- Sandy
St John Play Day School
5.0
I was looking for a facility that would help prepare my child for Kindergarten... i could not be happier.
Our Philosophy
'Learn and Play Levittown' provides a positive learning environment for infants as young as 6 weeks up to school aged children of 12 years old including before and after school care.
We believe that children learn through play. We encourage the children to explore, create, and share....
SCHOOL:
The mission of The School House is to build the best Pre-K - 8th Grade school in the world combining what we know scientifically works in learning with what we love about traditional American schools. The result is the American Emergent Curriculum (AEC) - an integrated curriculum...
I'm married and a mother of 2. Our Family NY State licensed day care is located in Deer Park, has been opened since 2008. I am CPR/First Aid trained, all employees are fingerprinted with a background check. We love to sing, dance, laugh and play. We also make time for reading/story time, numbers,...
Our goal in providing quality child care for your child is to provide...
A safe environment
A nurturing environment
A learning environment... learning is not necessarily the ABC's and 123's, but is also the learning of values. The learning of honesty, respect, self-reliance, and potential,...
Miss Marcy's home daycare provides a warm loving environment for babies and toddlers. We foster a love of learning and sharing, while having so much fun together. A typical day is filled with colors, numbers, shapes, stories, songs, outside play and arts and crafts. We would love for your child to...
Kiddie Academy of Farmingdale is an early education provider that offers various programs for prekindergarten and school-age kids. The company offers infant and toddler care, structured learning programs for preschool and prekindergarten children, and various after-school enrichment opportunities...
3.0
"My son has been attending this school for 4 years. When he was little it was great, liked the teacher, the education, the school in general. Now that he is getting older it's not that great. They don't know how to handle hyper boys, my son is always being yelled...
Sandcastle Day Care is a licensed early childhood center that offers educational day care programs for preschool children. Located in Bethpage, New York, the company features child-friendly and age-appropriate materials and facilities that support young children’s holistic development. The company’s...
5.0
"Amazing daycare! Teachers are wonderful and my children have an great time at school!!"
First Stop Kids in Bellmore offers a full-time and part-time program for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Our hours are 7AM to 7PM and children are provided meals. We pride ourselves an a high level of educational child care in a close-knit environment.
5.0
"The staff is fantastic! We know our baby is safe and well cared for at First Stop Kids. Scott has done a fantastic job redoing the building while still keeping the essence of a warm and nurturing daycare. The hours are perfect. The fact that it is opened until 7pm...
Day Creative Tots Care in Brentwood, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from six weeks to twelve years...
5.0
"It's a home away from home. Very loving, clean, reliable. They close at 5:30pm . The tuition was affordable. She always worked with me."
St. John Play Day School is dedicated to nurturing the emotional, social, and cognitive development of the whole child. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships. Established in 2008, it is located at 80...
5.0
"I was looking for a facility that would help prepare my child for Kindergarten... i could not be happier."
Star Bright Child Care is a licensed group family day care that provides affordable and quality child care in a healthy and safe environment. We provide our children with ample opportunities to learn, play and engage in fun and educational activities in a nurturing atmosphere.
Star Bright Child...
5.0
"Star Bright is a great choice for a day care and way better alternative than a facility, with a complete feel of home to it! My son absolutely loves coming here!!!"
At the Learning Cottage Daycare, we believe children should explore, learn and interact with one another with kindness and excitement and look forward to their next day at the Learning Cottage
5.0
"Our son was 4 years old when he started Pre-k at the Learning Cottage Daycare. He settled in quite well, the learning cottage has provided us with the capacity for our son to refine and build on whatever educational materials he was already taught at home. We...
Step by Step Preschool is a Christian school owned and operated by the Dix Hills Evangelical Free church. The School provides opportunities for children to discover and learn, be part of a group, have positive interaction with other children and adults, experience God’s world and prepare for the...
Contact and see Miss Midgie's Preschool in West Babylon and we thank you for taking your time to preview us as one of your options. We love the idea of being an intimate size family preschool.
Welcome to the beginning of your search in choosing the location where you feel your child will receive...
Trinity Lutheran School takes pride in providing high quality academics and traditional values to all students. Trinity is proud to be a school of academic excellence for students in Kindergarten through Eighth grade for over 65 years, and for over 50 years has been providing a nurturing environment...
Little Lights Christian Pre-School in East Northport, New York is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from Toddler,...
Kids Connection Day Care and Nursery School, located in Plainview, New York, is an early care and education facility for children with developmental and genetic disabilities. The company admits young children, starting at birth up to 5 years old. The company provides a preschool curriculum...
Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp in Old Westbury creates a warm and caring environment for both parents and children to learn, play and grow! We provide services for families with children aged infant to 3 years old, including infant & toddler daycare, nursery school and preschool.
Baby Flower Day Care is a childcare provider in Deer Park, New York. It offers a safe and secure environment, conducive to children's learning and development. The center offers quality childcare, preschool, and before/after-school care, full-time for 5 days a week. Baby Flower Day Care is open from...
First Steps Group Day Care is a state-licensed child care company located in Bay Shore, New York that offers educational day care services for preschoolers and school-age kids. The company’s programs are open to children between the ages of six weeks old to twelve years old.
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December 19th, 2023 Whether you’re looking to support your child with their social skills, communication skills or help them self-regulate, there are a number of engaging, enri... Read more
September 26th, 2024 Ask any new parent and they’ll tell you: One of the most difficult adjustments after having a child is navigating the erratic, sometimes nonexistent, sleep ... Read more
FAQs for finding preschools near you in Melville, NY
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Melville, NY?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Melville, NY. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Melville, NY for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Melville, NY?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Melville, NY, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Melville, NY.
How can I find a preschool near me in Melville, NY?
When looking for a preschool near you in Melville, NY on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Melville, NY who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.