Schools near Hicksville, NY

“It took our daughter a while to get comfortable, but you can tell the teachers really tried cause now Ms. Gabby is one of her favorite people. They constantly send home fun creative things they kids did and we’ve really seen our daughter grow intellectually; from simple things like learning songs to expressing emotions.”

“My husband and I Can’t say enough positive things about our experience at The Learning Experience in Oceanside.

Our daughter started in the twaddler program in April of 2023 when she was 18 months old.
This was our first experience with a daycare / school program. From day 1 we were treated like family. Gladys and her team were nothing but supportive of us through the early days of adjusting my 18 month old to daycare and continued to support us until her last day at 3 years old.
Kim or Meza always called to let me know she was ok after a rough drop off. We always felt that we were a team with the teachers and staff caring for our daughter to see she was developing. Her best interest was always put first. We always felt that they went above and beyond to create a fun learning environment. Special guest visits from safety swim or the fire department, mystery readers from parents and grand parents.
Our daughter began to THRIVE early on. She went from babbling to speaking to speaking in full sentences quickly from the time she started. Every week I felt like she knew more and more.
She was always excited to go to “bubbles”!
All of the teachers were wonderful- loving, patient, supportive. They all know all the kids!
Our daughter made wonderful friends at the learning experience!
Gladys is truly wonderful! You can tell how invested she is in each child and their family.

If you are unsure of where to send your kids for daycare or school- TLE Oceanside is a great choice. You can’t go wrong!!

TLE- thank you so much for all you have done for our family. We will miss you all!!”

“My daughter attended Primrose for 2.5 years and it was the best experience for her and us as first time parents!Everything from the food to the curriculum was outstanding. My daughter graduated last month and she already knows how to read and write! She even learned how to speak spanish, and best of all, she was taught Math as a 4 year old!The communication is what really impressed me right from the beginning. I was able to communicate with the admin and the teacher via the Procare app and even by calling (even if that was multiple times a day)The building is only a few years old and it is so clean inside, you really feel like you're leaving your child in good hands!”

“TLE gets 5 stars from me for a few reasons but the biggest has to be the Director of this location. Ms. Danielle is an absolute joy to work with. She displays a level of professionalism that is rarely seen in any industry much less the Daycare industry. I have never met anyone more suited to their job. Ms. Danielle takes every opportunity to communicate. She is kind (even if I am not), knowledgeable and solution oriented. Her door is always open - literally and figuratively.The facility itself is bright, cheery and well organized. The curriculum is clear and all levels of tech are used to communicate with parents (always a plus for me). The TLE app is used to send me updates all day - always interesting to see what my little one is perfectly willing to eat at school but not at home - ha!I was initially concerned with turnover but in the time that my child has been with the facility, Ms. Danielle has ensured that the teaching staff is consistent and familiar to the children.PS - The receptionist is also just phenomenal, helpful and always greets us parents and our kids. Simple but meaningful to me!”

“My daughter started attending this daycare a few weeks ago, and she loves it so far. She comes home smiling every day and talks about various activities she engages in and has already made friends with the other children and talks about the mall the time. The staff is very kind and professional. I would definitely recommend this facility.”

“So happy we found St Marks Nursery School. My son spent two summers going to camp there and was enrolled in the three and fours program. The teachers and staff are phenomenal. Fun, loving, energetic personalities that keep the kids always wanting to learn. They learn through play, reading, interactive activities and field trips and so much more. There is a music class that they all attend which is amazing, where the kids are so involved and having fun. The playground is a very special place as well. Because it is a co-op, parents are very involved which really gives it that family/community feel. Participations days at the school are a highlight for me. I love being in class with my kids seeing what they do and getting to spend time with them there. We’ve met some amazing friends while at St Marks which was so nice since we were new to the area. My oldest is now in kindergarten and excelling. I know it’s because of the experience he had at St Marks. My daughter is now in the 3s program and thriving and making friends and having a blast. So happy she still has this coming summer and next year so we can continue to be a part of the St Marks family.”

“Little Scholars Country Day is an amazing preschool and daycare. Love the structure, unique learning opportunities, family engagement, and experiences they provide for the kids(and families) Highly recommended to everyone!!”

“I can not say enough about how amazing Bright Star is and how lucky we feel to have found this school. The teachers are caring, attentive, and encouraging, and they really take the time to get to know each child. The director and the staff also go above and beyond to ensure that the facility is a safe environment for the kids. That peace of mind as a parent is priceless. If you're looking for daycare that employs a more academic approach but also encourages early childhood discovery and fun, this is the place!”

“Patient and cooperative teachers managed by an excellent director Ms. Madhu! We've been sending our son here for over a year now and couldn't be happier :)”

“My son started last September in the duckling class. In a few short weeks, his vocabulary grew. The teachers and staff are so kind and welcoming. They have great communication. He is currently doing the summer camp this summer and will be there again in the fall.”

“My 2 girls have been going here for the past year and love it. They love their teachers and all the activities they do with them. One of my girls started kindergarten this year and Ms. Jo & Ms. Johnna prepared her for school. She learned so much in their pre-k program. In the morning the girls were always so excited to go to the school they would forget to give us a hug goodbye. They come home daily with arts and crafts and we love seeing them have fun in pics on their Facebook page.”

“My son attends UPK at this facility and we could not be more happy with his progress! His classroom and building are warm and inviting. He enjoys playing in the playground each and every day. The staff is amazing and attentive!”

“My son Cavani just started the U-Prek program and all I can say is that he LOVESSSS IT!!! Every morning he wakes up with a smile to get ready for school and hates the weekends or days he’s off lol. I’m so glad he’s able to experience new learning, activities and meet new friends. The director Ms. Stephanie is the sweetest. He talks about her and his other teachers all the time. The daily reports on tadpoles is what I look forward to just to see how exciting his day went. Thank you Academic Explorers!!!!”

“Had my daughter’s first birthday here and it was amazing!!! The kids who help are so nice and helpful! They do the decor there for you and it looked amazingggg…they did not disappoint! The play area is so cute & all the kids we had from crawler to 7yo had so much fun!! Best party place ever!!”

“We’ve had our son since he was almost 6 months old at LightBridge academy.Everyone, from admin staff to the teachers are wonderful with the kids. They’re all treated with love, kindness, and respect. They adhere quite strictly to safety measures and communicate thoroughly throughout the day.My son has been assessed and has been deemed advanced in great part to Lightbrige Academy. He learned ASL (less tantrums- trust me), basic Spanish, letters, numbers, advanced environmental concepts, etc. all years ahead of some of my families other children.My husband and I work full time and our families are very far away, so LightBridge has become our village. One of the best parenting decisions we’ve ever made for our miracle baby.”

“Wind n willow has been the most best experience for our family. The teachers have the students best interests at heart, and understand that each one has their own timeline. They fully support you as parents, and help guide the children with patience and love. Jeannie has done such a beautiful job creating a safe place for my child along with many others. Margie always welcomes you with a smile. And the staff of teachers and aides/assistants truly love your child as one of their own. I will always recommend WNW to my friends!”

“Kiddie Junction is the best school to take any of your young children! I have twin boys who had a bad experience somewhere else & had separation anxiety and they treated us so kindly & welcomed us so warmly. They know exactly what they are doing & are so sweet and caring. My sons enjoy to go to school & are thriving! Everyone in Kiddie Junction is fabulous and such professionals! Thank you Miss Abby, Miss Jillian and Miss Sammie! You are all so wonderful!”

“(Translated by Google) The international biblical center is a missionary church throughout the world, that's why we do growth groups every Friday to send these aids to homeless children ❤️(Original)El centro bíblico internaciónal ,es una iglesia misionera en todo el mundo ,x eso hacemos los grupos de crecimeinto todos los viernes para hacer llegar esas ayudas a niños desamparados ❤️”

“This place is a gem. The teachers are warm, sweet and organized. They redirect rather than punish and have a great understanding of childhood development. The owners are professional, friendly and go out of their way to make sure our questions are answered. They communicate quickly. I love the app they use that keeps me informed about what my child did, what they ate, when they used the bathroom, napped, etc. The classrooms are a good size. The backyard has a small playground perfect for young kids and they bring in extra curricular teachers like for music, sports, etc. But the best indicator to me is that my 3 year old LOVES going there and actually cries when she CAN’T go. As a parent, that is the best feeling”

“I cannot thank the Prime Time Staff enough for being so attentive and caring with my five month old son. As a first time parent, I was nervous leaving him, but everyone made the transition so easy. I can breathe during the day knowing he's loved and cared for as well as he is at home.”

“My baby started going to the Goddard School a month ago and it has been a wonderful experience so far. The staff is warm, nurturing and professional. They take the time to get to know your child. The emphasis on safety, excellent communication with parents, and approach to early childhood education makes the Goddard School the best choice for our little one. I love that I get pictures throughout the day, and a daily summary of activities. Highly recommend.”

“My daughter loves this child care! The teachers here are so kind and professional when taking care of little ones! They are very supportive and patient with my daughter’s language as we are a bilingual family. They also conduct different events and programs after school. And this child care has an indoor gym back there, so if the weather not allows kids going out, they will still have some physical activities indoor. Another thing I like is they are using an app to pass msg and post kids photos! So if you are missing your child you always have something to see lol. And the teachers and admins are always very responsive if you need anything.”

“We are going on our fifth year of having children at KinderCare of Huntington and we couldn’t be happier. Gina and Michelle, as well as all other staff, are wonderful. Thank you for taking such good care of our kids !”