Schools near Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

“My daughter has been coming to this location for the last 2 years after a switch from the Medford location. Since she’s been coming here she loves it she has made multiple friends and built relationships with other kids and teachers. Veronica and Erika always update on my daughter and are very interactive with all the kids I have noticed. I have nothing bad to say at all when it comes to this daycare!”

“As I leave today with my son after two years of the best days of his childhood, and one of the most loving, caring and compassionate places, I have ever felt so comfortable to leave him with I can definitely say today I feel the same way as I did 2 1/2 years ago when I was taking through a tour of Little Rascals When I was told in a small voice, just wanted to let you know that Little Rascals is more than a daycare. It really is a family. I didn’t know it then as I thought it was just a marketing word, but it really is their lifeline and motto most of the people that work there , keep on coming back and you have 10 people who have been there for it seems to be a lifetime where other organizations daycare facilities and afterschool programs are having trouble finding staffing and have waitlist. I would be surprised if they were turning people away due to the amount of people who truly love working there as I’ve never seen an employee not smiling . Thank you to the team in which I mean thank you to our extended family for taking care of Starvo and all of his needs but most of all thank you for the respect that you gave me the time and more importantly the memories that will last a lifetime you will not soon be forgotten and I’m gonna make sure we still get there every single holiday possible Because I will take that drive 25 minutes to your location just like I have done the last two years any day”

“Both my kids went to Bohemia Kindercare and we absolutely love it, teachers are very warm and welcoming . Especially Ms Denise and Ms Krissy , Ms Denise was teacher for my daughter and now to my son and we all love her and how she take care of the kids and teaches them. She has become family. Thank you to Miss Denise and Ms Krissy to shower love and care to my son.”

“We have had such a wonderful experience with the 3K program at The Goddard School of Stony Brook. The teachers are incredibly caring, patient, and attentive, and it truly shows in how happy and comfortable my son is every day. He has grown so much socially, emotionally, and academically since starting here.

I was nervous sending my son to a program for the first time but the school made the transition easy and worry free not only for my son but for my husband and I as well.

The communication from staff is consistent and reassuring, and I always feel like my child is in a safe, nurturing environment. It’s clear the team genuinely loves what they do, and that makes all the difference. We’re so grateful to be part of this school community.”

“My daughter is a recent graduate of Mill Pond Pre-K program. She started attending the school since she was a 4mo infant. Now that she has been going to public Kindergarten for over two months, I can tell she is very prepped from Mill Pond.The past 4-5 years have been an excellent experience with the teaching team at Mill Pond. Choosing Mill Pond was the best decision our family have ever made.Mill Pond rocks!!!”

“Our daughter has been going to COA since she was 7 months old (she will be 3 in just a few short weeks). All of her teachers have been incredible and we can't say enough about them. Miss Sonda, Miss Pina, Miss Kaitlin, and Miss Jaclyn are amazing teachers. The additional staff that support the classrooms like Miss Nina and Miss Jordan are also so wonderful! I also can't forget to shout out Miss Alex, who is an incredible director! Her love and passion for the school and the kids really shows! All of their support and care for our daughter has truly made us feel so comfortable leaving her in their competent and loving hands.”

“Esen is very warm and welcoming. She made the transition so much easier and clearly cares about the babies. It’s reassuring as a parent. When my son sees her he lights up.”

“This place is like family. Since my son has attend this school he has grown so much. His speech has improved tremendously, he plays and shares better with his brother and he now loves to read books. I couldn’t be more proud of him. The teachers are incredible. I couldn’t picture a better place for my son. I’m forever grateful for all they do for him and happy with all he has learned thus far!”

“This is my Daughter’s last year at Kiddie academy of Nesconset and I cannot say enough good things about our experience here. She started when she was two years old. She has learned so much. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly. The facility is extremely clean. My daughter always says that she loves going to school. She has built confidence from coming here, has learned so much (very prepared to go off to Kindergarten), made so many new friends. All of the teachers and staff are amazing. Jeanie really knows how to run the place well.”

“My child loves going here ! She loves the summer program, everyday she comes home excited to tel me about her day. They have many activities Like the game bus,art projects, and dance parties. I would highly recommend.”

“RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE, and TRUSTWORTHY childcare. I am a Registered Nurse Supervisor who has experience with early childhood education prior to my current profession. Story Book Hollow is by far the best child care facility my children have been to, and they have been to many. The ratios of teacher to child are low, meaning more attention for my 2 and 1 year olds. The staff retention rate is high. I could not ask for a better facility. They incorporate high standards of learning, the same as a corporation like Tutor Time, but with the perks of SAFE STAFFING. As a supervisor, covid-19 hit my facility hard. I knew my children would be safe and best cared for in Story Book Hollow. I don’t ever have to worry. They truly enforce all safety precautions.They promoted my children to drink from a regular cup at age 1, sleep independently at age 1, and ultimately grow up to be independent all around. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS FACILITY. You do not need to look any further. I opted to write this review because they have treated my children so lovely. My children’s are “mamas girls” and they leave my arms with ease to enter the facility.”

“This is a wonder daycare!!! My son was there for about 4 years and we recently left because he started “big boy school”. The owner and director are amazing and they truly care for the kids. They partner with you and they do become family. My son was very loved and I couldn’t have been more lucky to have found them. They have great teachers who are also super engaged with the kids development. My son learned so much, I highly recommend Galileo ❤️”

“Kiddie Academy has been the best environment for my child. He was born with a chronic health condition and there was never a time the staff members were hesitant or intimidated on giving him the best of care so that he can grow seamlessly with the rest of his group. They maintained a complex medication regimen while still incorporating the educational program into my son's schedule. Kiddie Academy has played an instrumental role in my families life because of the first class care that has been provided to my son and i'll be forever grateful.”

“Such an amazing place! My daughter has been so happy here. The teachers treat my daughter as if she was there own and she cannot wait to go back every day. She has learned so much, and they were so helpful with the transition process. Very interactive including several field trips, guest speakers, events and more! I cannot recommend this place enough. Over the summer my daughter has not stopped talking about going back to school and every time we pass the building she asks to go to school.”

“The best summer camp!! Both of my children have been attending for the last 7 years and every summer they look forward to it. The staff is respectful, compassionate and attentive. The environment is safe, nurturing and fun! My children are hoping to be CITs and counselors in the future because they never want to leave. I highly recommend this camp!”

“I have been part of the Tiny Treasures Community since sending my first child there in 2018. Now, in 2023, my other two children are currently attending. The owners, administrative staff and teachers are all loving, caring, trustworthy and professional. My children enjoy attending daycare each day. I highly recommend Tiny Treasures for all your childcare needs.”

“Kidtastic Kids is an amazing school. My daughter thrived there and was totally ready when she entered kindergarten. The teachers and owner are wonderful and easy to work with. I have recommended this school to countless families who have all been thrilled with the care and attentiveness to each child's needs. These people know children. They are caring, kind, supportive and helpful and any child would be lucky to begin their education with Kidtastic.”

“Tutor Time of Holbrook has been under new management for close to a year, it is now absolutely the best childcare facility I have seen! I am very impressed with the professional staff and the day-to-day curriculum is top notch!! Quite often I have witnessed children who don't want to go home because they are having such a wonderful time! They offer a clean, safe environment for young ones ! Highly recommended!!”

“This is the 2nd tutor time my son has attended. The first was a nightmare. I transferred my son to this location and it was like day and night. The staff adheres to the lesson plans with very structured classrooms and goes above and beyond to work with my son regardless of the challenges. So grateful for the staff and the director here that has always promptly addressed any concerns I've had.”

“SSCC was the best place I could have chosen to send my daughter for daycare. This is not just a daycare. Not only are the programs and schedules flexible for early childhood learning but allows the children to have fun while developing at such an important age. My daughter is 2 and started in the summer camp which was great. This year she is in Miss Tess's class. The care, love and compassion she and her assistants have for my daughter and ALL their students is beyond compare. I know that while I am at work my daughter is being taken care of by someone who genuinely cares for her. I can not say enough great things about everyone I have encountered here at SCC ! THANK YOU!”