Schools near Pearl River, NY

“Highly recommend. My son is 19 months old and loves going to “school”. He started around 13 months. He loves his classmates and teachers and has learned so many things that he surprises me every day. The school provides food, we bring our own diapers and wipes. The people there are super nice and accommodating. They do interesting activities, go outside every day and have a good selection of toys to play with. It’s important to socialize with other kids his age from an early age.”

“Mindful Montessori has been an incredible experience for our family. The teachers are exceptional—so patient, caring, and attentive. They helped my little one transition from a tearful start to genuinely enjoying school each day!! Seeing him excited to go to school now means everything to us. We are so grateful!❤️”

“All About Me has been the best thing that has happened to our family. We have gone through multiple nightmares with different daycares in the area. Our biggest mistake was not coming to AAM sooner. The staff really show that they care for our son and are invested in his progress. They also work and collaborate with his therapists that come to the center, which is HUGE! Ever since he started here he began talking in full sentences within a month. More progress has been made in the 5 months he’s been here versus the previous place he was for nearly 2 years! That showed us that this is the right place for him. Thank you to all of the staff for really taking a lot of our anxiety/stress away from us and for caring so much for our boy!”

“Both my kids attend Goddard and have been there since they were both 5 months old. It has been such a joy watching them grow up there. They have learned so much and it's truly amazing to see. We have had such great experiences with all the teachers that we have had. The teachers are so caring, compassionate and always there to help. My kids walk in with a smile and leave with one. Knowing they are in great hands while my husband and I are work, makes our day easier. The pictures and videos help a lot too! The Goddard School of Norwood will always hold a special place in our families hearts and we are forever grateful!”

“We are so happy with the care our son Angad receives in the Khaki Kangaroo classroom. Ms. Ximena and Ms. Daniela are amazing—caring, patient, and attentive. Angad comes home happy and excited about what he learns each day, and we can see how much he’s growing under their guidance. We’re so grateful for the love and support they give him every single day!”

“Our oldest daughter is now just wrapping up her time in pre k4 at Appletree Preschool and I have to say it's been such a positive experience for her. She's been attending since Jan 2022 and she's loved every minute of it. From the teaching curriculum to the different activities throughout the day its been a fun journey. All of the teachers and staff have been so kind and amazing and its been so great seeing her always coming home with a smile on her face because the day at Appletree was so enjoyable. While I'm sure it's not easy and it will be a big change, I think Appletree definitely prepares kids well for the next journey into Kindergarten. We're looking forward to having our youngest daughter enroll in Appletree in a couple of years.”

“Loving Touch is a great nursery school!! My child loves it there. She has such a special bond with her teachers and I feel at ease when she is there. 5 stars for everything they do!”

“My older son has been at Red Owl Academy for 3 years and my younger son is completing his 2nd. Ms. Liana is a special person, she is passionate about early child development bring her school to a very high standard. Her teachers are each amazing people and have shown my boys care, love, attention to listen to them, respect and of course education. We looked at more than a dozen schools and very pleased with our decision to send our boys to Red Owl Academy. I have never worried after dropping my boys in the morning. I know they are is a safe and nurturing environment. They have developed friendships and bonds with classmates. What more could a parent ask for?”

“We've had nothing but an incredible experience with our children at this school. The teachers and staff have been instrumental in shaping their abilities to learn how to read and write and frankly be good people. I can't recommend this place enough. Shout out to Jill and Gabby, who oversee operations there.

Further, in the summer they do extra enrichment programs, and our kids have a blast there. It was worth every penny saving that year.”

“We love this daycare so much! My 3 year old is always so happy to RUN through the doors everyday. My 7 month old just started here last month! The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing, compassionate, and caring people - that truly care about every individual child. The relatively large indoor gym is key for those rainy days or any afternoon when the kids just need to play and run around with their friends. They bring optional extracurricular activities into the center such as super soccer stars, karate, and dance (for an extra cost), which is awesome to have available! I also enjoy the daily updates and pictures on what my kids are up to! We couldn’t be happier sending our kids to this school!”

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about this daycare. I started with my oldest daughter 2½ years ago, and later my younger daughter joined as well. From the very beginning, the staff made my girls feel safe, loved, and excited to learn. They created a nurturing, caring, and fun environment where children can truly thrive.

The teachers are patient, attentive, and genuinely treat each child as if they were their own. They always kept me informed about my girls’ progress, celebrated their milestones, and offered reassurance whenever I needed it as a parent. Knowing my daughters were in such compassionate and capable hands gave me incredible peace of mind.

Today was our last day, and I can honestly say that nothing has been harder about leaving the neighborhood than saying goodbye to all of you. You have been such an important part of our family’s journey over the past 2½ years. The love, kindness, encouragement, and care you showed my girls will never be forgotten.

Thank you for every hug, every lesson, every smile, and every memory. We are forever grateful for the impact you’ve had on our daughters’ lives. I wholeheartedly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a place where their children will be genuinely cared for, supported, and loved.”

“Gorgeous center. Staff are amazing. Equipment is always top of the line. Classes are diverse with talented instructors. Experienced personal trainers. Clean and welcoming. Five star experience everytime.”

“We recently moved from another country, and the team at Old Tappan KinderCare made the transition for our four-year-old daughter incredibly warm, pleasant, and welcoming. Starting in a new new environment can be challenging, but they helped her feel comfortable and safe from the very first day.

The center’s director, Jessica, is exceptional — highly professional, caring, and always attentive to both the children and the parents. She creates a calm, supportive atmosphere that truly sets the tone for the entire center.

The assistant director, Holly, is also wonderful. She is warm, approachable, and consistently goes out of her way to support families and ensure the classroom environment runs smoothly. Her kindness and attention to detail make a real difference.

Our daughter’s teacher, Ms. Diana, has been amazing as well. She is patient, kind, and truly understands how to connect with children while helping them grow socially, emotionally, and academically. Our daughter absolutely loves her and looks forward to school every day.

We are extremely grateful for the thoughtful care, communication, and professionalism of the entire team. Highly recommended for any family looking for a nurturing and high-quality Pre-K experience.”

“I am currently an employee here & I promise you "Happy Happens Here" I love this job & I'm glad that other people see that for me, everywhere I go people are like I love that you love your job you look like you have so much fun I'm happy for you & that makes me happy Thank you for making me a part of a wonderful team & a wonderful place ‼️ #TLEWaldwick #MsQ #ThankYouDenielle”

“The co-op nursery school has been the best choice we made since moving to the area. My son, now in kinder, thrived with the warm, caring staff and well thought out curriculum, balanced with plenty of play time. He graduated more than prepared both academically and socially. I have a daughter now in the 3's class and another who will be going in a few years! Between meeting friends (both for moms and kids!) and the awesome events and caring community you can bring your kids knowing they are cared for like they are the teachers own. Would recommend 1000%.”

“Friends School is a truly special place that fosters a deep sense of community while nurturing young minds. The teachers are all exceptional and care for the students in a way far exceeds a traditional standard. Both our children have attended the program and we have seen tremendous growth and emotional development during their time at the school. Ms Amanda leads from the front having recruited, and importantly retained, a wonderful faculty who embrace play based learning in a natural environment. What stands out most to me is the creativity that this setting inspired in our children, you can see their minds expanding as they begin to develop a life long love of learning. The families you find at Friends care deeply about one another and the community leading to warm personal friendships outside of the school as well.”

“There is just no place quite like Lindgren, (look and you won’t find) It carries a unique spirit of childhood and wonder that only 82 years of growth and understanding passed down from generation to generation can accumulate. My son (and I) were blessed to have 3 wonderful years there, and now a 1st grader, he continues to go to their summer camp, a perfect way to balance a year of public school :) , now a tradition he looks forward to. He thrived in this outdoor woodland wonderland, made strong friendships, developed an avid imagination, is unconventionally creative, unafraid, never “bored”, has low interest in devices, and I really believe it’s thanks in big part to the foundation built at Lindgren.
His skilled and nurturing warm teachers walked with him from year to year, and being a single mom, they sometimes walked with me too. The school continues to grow and develop with lovely additions like the pottery studio in the barn, a beautiful greenhouse and gardening area, and let’s not forget the always adorable collection of farm animals to love…and so much more.
If you’re looking for a place that’s nature based, literally down to earth, will support you in growing a loving, kind and confident human with a foundation that will last a lifetime, then count your lucky stars you found Lindgren.
Knowing that I could go to work everyday and had full confidence my child was in fantastic hands, was priceless.”

“Being our first child, my wife and I were very anxious to send our new baby to daycare. We looked at all the centers in the area and could not be happier with our decision to join WCL Kindercare. From day one the director Renee has been warm and welcoming, professional, attentive, and quick to make sure our family’s needs are met. My child’s teachers are terrific. They took time to get to know our family and care for our son as if he’s their own. We get lots of updates and pictures throughout the day too. The director Renee has lots of fun family events that you can bring your other children to, all fun and all included in enrollment. Can’t recommend enough.”

“My son has been attending TLC Learning Center for a while now, and I’ve seen such amazing growth in him since he started. They recently moved to their new facility, and the upgrade is incredible—much more of a true school-based environment, clean, organized, and very welcoming.

The staff is excellent. They really care about the kids, keep great communication with parents, and you can tell they put a lot of effort into creating a safe and structured learning space.

I would definitely recommend TLC Learning Center to any family looking for a great daycare or pre-K option in the area. It’s been a wonderful experience for us.”

“Lightbridge Academy of Bergenfield is an absolute standout. Amanda, the Director, runs a truly fantastic program and is highly involved in the day-to-day activities of the school. Amanda goes above and beyond to accommodate the needs of each family, and is aided by a wonderful office staff and group of teachers who really invest in each child under their care. Parents and children are personally greeted upon entering the school each morning, adding to the warm and cheerful nature they've created. Lightbridge Bergenfield has not just been a daycare for our son, but a truly enriching academic environment.”

“My kids have been at Bell's since 2016 and my last child will be at Bell's until 2027. Besides the school being conveniently located and reasonably priced with very accommodating hours, I have continued to stay at Bell's because I trust them. My kids are taken care of mentally & physically, nurtured, educated and treated kindly and with respect. The teachers are very attentive to the kids and really get to know each kid individually. In almost 10 years, none of my kids have come home sad from Bell's or had a bad story to tell. They always come home happy and excited and can't wait to go back tomorrow to see their teachers and friends. Throughout the year, Bell's offers different opportunities for the kids to participate in (dance, yoga, soccer, show & tell, dress-up days, etc) and during the summer they have so many fun summer activities, including visits from farm animals, carnival day, and water play 3 times a week. I know some families bounce around to different schools before finding one that works for them. I was so lucky to find Bell's on the first try and they are the only daycare/preschool I have sent my children to.”

“Highly recommend KinderCare to anybody looking for childcare. Two of my children are currently attending; one it’s graduating from UPK & one is 1 and a half year old. My baby started there at 8 weeks old. Worried about leaving her with anybody, she never gave me a trouble leaving her there. Even now, she loves going to school and she’s always learning something new every day.”

“Love love love Smarty Pants! My daughter has been apart of the program for almost 3 years. She has advanced so much learning how to spell and writing. The staff is so pleasant and welcoming. The director contacts me personally about any concerns. If you want your child to grow and progress you've come to the right place. Well done.”

“Wonderful Preschool with caring and attentive teachers. Our son has learned so much and always comes home happy. The staff are friendly, professional, and truly care about the kids.”

“This Montessori-based academy is truly one of a kind. My son attended from age two through the June before kindergarten. We tried two other daycares/schools in the area prior to Evergreen and struggled to find the right fit in both structure and environment. Evergreen stood out as top-tier from the moment we walked in.

The teachers are incredibly welcoming and clearly understand the responsibility that comes with caring for our little ones. Their consistent communication and photo updates made me feel like my son was still a part of my day, even when we were apart. They foster a family-friendly environment while also teaching strong foundational skills.

My son left Evergreen extremely well-prepared for kindergarten. I would recommend Evergreen 1,000%.”

“Our family's journey at Children's Corner Preschool has spanned three plus wonderful years, beginning in the summer of 2020 with our daughter and now continuing for another three years with our son. The dedicated staff, who are not only educators but nurturing caretakers, have made an indelible impact on us. The small class sizes provide a personalized learning experience that we value.Cleanliness and safety are top priorities, and the preschool consistently maintains clean and secure classrooms. The expansive outdoor play area has been a valuable space for our children's growth and imaginative play. Effective communication with the staff, facilitated by their open-door policy, has always made us feel at ease and well-informed.We've cherished the heartwarming photos of our children enjoying their time with friends, a testament to the memorable experiences they've had at the preschool. Our son's consistent cleanliness and the weekly folders with his classwork demonstrate the staff's commitment to hygiene and education. Our daughter's confident transition to kindergarten, thanks to her preparation at Children's Corner, speaks volumes about the quality of teaching.The ability for parents to visit the school and classrooms whenever we choose is a standout feature, providing transparency and a firsthand look at the magical learning environment. Even with new management and staff, our son is thriving, reaffirming that Children's Corner Preschool is truly a delightful experience when managed properly.”

“Yoga Therapy Course is an easily understood and very informative way to understand how to help myself heal and how to help others. Body systems are studied scientifically and also with Eastern holistic self-healing. In depth with science based research and medical understanding of physical and mental health, instruction is covered with experience based application as we moved our bodies. Very applicable to incorporate in my daily life to improve my health. Coaching flows to systematically observe as we help others. Listening to Master Bama Kim assist each participant reflected how this practice can be applied to help many people including ourselves.”

“Just wanna stop by and say that I enrolled my son during the height of Covid 2020, and we’re glad we did! Very impressed with their Covid protocols, but most importantly, for the teachers, shout-out to Mrs. Norma for keeping the kids safe and at the same time, preparing them for the big school, despite the Covid outbreak! It’s a small classroom setting that teaches them to be a part of society, discipline and most importantly for us, Christian values. Thank you to all the teachers and staff for making it possible, through their hard work and love for the children!”

“My daughter had an enriching experience where she got to try new activities and foods, take part in sing-alongs, and make new friends. The counselors were terrific!”

“My son has attended tutor time since he turned 1. All of his teachers have been amazing. Teachers and Admin are so responsive via the app to any and all questions. They constantly upload information in real time regarding meals, diapers, activities and mostly importantly adorable pictures. I always feel connected to my son, which is invaluable. He loves it and so do we. I highly recommend. The staff work very hard to stay open all year round and during inclement weather!”