Schools near Massapequa, NY

“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!”

“Everyone has to do what works for their family. If this is what works, just be sure to be involved and check in often to ensure your kids are getting cared for the way you want them to. I found another option after a week of my daughter going here. I wasn’t happy and I didn’t have the best experience but I know other parents who are very happy with TT.”

“Teachers are great and there's not enough praise to put into writing to say how amazing the teachers are. The care and attention they give to the kids is priceless. The teachers focus on growth and development is unmatched. The faculty all give there 110% to the children leaving parents worry free.”

“My son started Academic Explorers approximately 6 months ago and he loves it! He’s happy to go every morning and has been learning so much. One day he came home counting in Spanish and I was happy because it shows how much they’re learning at school. If you’ve been wondering where to send your children, I would highly recommend this establishment! Everyone is friendly and welcoming and your kids will feel safe and at home.”

“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!!!!”

“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.”

“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.”

“There is not a better place that I would want work or my children to spend their summers than Park Shore, Country Day Camp and School. The best Activities for both myself as a staff member and the children as campers beings a smile to my face. ? I can’t think of a better way to spend my summers.”

“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”

“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!”

“I usually never write reviews but this place definitely deserves all the praises they can get. My two girls went there since 17 months and trust me it was the best decision ever. Both Ms Luv and Ms Singh go over and beyond for the child and the atmosphere is just so homely. We definitely recommend this to every for there children. They learn so much and feel at home at the same time.”

“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.”

“Jacqueline and her team were amazing. The facility is very clean and exceptionally welcoming. They were more than accomodating for our little one and would recommend this daycare to anyone looking to enroll their child in a daycare and is considering this one particularly.”

“The separation classes helped my son immensely! It was such a relief to find this program that understood what kids go need. The educators there were so caring and thoughtful. I definitely recommend MATSS.”

“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.”

“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.”

“? A Truly Exceptional Preschool - Tender Garden ?

As a parent, choosing the right preschool for my child is one of the most important decisions you can make — and I can confidently say that Tender Garden has been nothing short of a blessing for my family.

From the very first day, the warmth, care, and dedication of the Tender Garden team have been evident. The teachers and staff are not only highly qualified but also incredibly nurturing and patient. They create an environment where every child feels safe, seen, and celebrated.

What sets Tender Garden apart is their beautiful balance of play-based learning with meaningful structure. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and build confidence — all while meeting each child exactly where they are developmentally.

My children have blossomed in ways we couldn’t have imagined — socially, emotionally, and academically. Every day they came home excited to share stories about their friends, the songs they sang, the art projects they created, and the new things they discovered. It’s clear that they feel genuinely happy and loved when they were at school.

The communication from the staff is outstanding. We always felt informed, involved, and supported. It’s comforting to know that the entire Tender Garden team treats every child as if they were their own.

If you’re looking for a preschool that combines warmth, quality education, and a true sense of community, Tender Garden is the place. I cannot recommend it enough — they have given our children the very best foundation to grow, learn, and thrive.

Thank you, Mrs. Yvonne, Mrs. Susan, Mrs. Lori, Mrs. Nicole and all the teachers aids at Tender Garden, for creating such a magical and loving place for my little ones. You are truly one of a kind!”

“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.”

“Excellent education, my son did not speak when he started studying there and now he speaks many words and understands instructions. And the communication with the social worker is very good ?”

“We absolutely adore CNSB! Our youngest has attended their 4 year old pre-k program and it’s been everything we had hoped for and more. We had a not so great experience with our oldest at another school and were extremely cautious when selecting our youngest son’s school. We immediately felt comfortable with CNSB based off our first few interactions and chose them over the UPK easily. Especially with the schedules they offer. All of the staff are extremely kind, the teachers are very caring and their curriculum is amazing. It’s easy to get in contact with anyone and most importantly we feel our son is always safe. He’s learning important things like letters , numbers and science . The thing we love most is this is one of the few schools still doing the fun things that leave lasting childhood memories we all had. Like celebrating holidays, birthdays, having shows and parties, lots of parent/family involvement and food/goodie bags are not a crime ?! Overall it has been an inclusive, fun , safe and caring learning environment that I can not recommend enough.”