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What our customers think of us!
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The teachers are fantastic - and the admin are lovely!
Not disappointed, just don’t feel like the staff goes above and beyond like our last daycare did. Also feel they can focus more on academic progress.
Amazing School and Staff!
We are very happy with Lightbridge in Fanwood. Our son is happy and learning a lot.
I love the structured activities coupled with giving the kids freedom to choose sometimes. I also love all of the outdoor time and how dedicated the teachers are.
I love how the teachers treat my baby boy! It really makes me more comfortable as a first time mom to have him in their care. I chose LightBridge because the staff was always friendly and inviting from the first visit.
My daughter has learned so much from her Lightbridge teachers. She loves her school, the friends she has made, and is excited to attend everyday.
The staff and how much they care for my child.
My daughter has been attending Lightbridge in Whippany for the last 2 years. Lightbridge has truly become a second home to my daughter. In two years she has gotten to know so many staff members, and has bonded with several teachers. Overall we are very happy. My daughter has also watched several teachers come and go, which has been hard for her at times. The turnover of teachers is discouraging, as it certainly upsets the "flow" and structure of the room at times, but we know this is out of the control of administration and they do the best they can to backfill appropriately.
As my daughter gets older, (now is Pre-K) I do place more emphasis on curriculum, and structure as these are the years preparing them for Kindergarten. My hope is to see more projects, hands on learning centers, and skill building as the year goes on (ie: being able to start identifying letters in the alphabet and sounds they make).
On a very positive note - I need to recognize both Tara Kaltsas and Sam Down. They are both truly amazing! They are so kind, attentive, and approachable with any and all concerns, questions etc. They are so accommodating to the smallest or biggest of changes and will do whatever they can to help the parents and the children of Lightbridge.
My daughter has had a hard time transitioning into pre-k this year, and has bonded heavily with both Sam and Tara. Every morning, she asks to go see them in the office and they are waiting with open arms to greet her and make her feel at ease. They have her sit in the office with them, take her on a little walk, and go with her back to the class to help her feel comfortable.
Without them, morning drop off would be so hard for both her and I. I am so grateful for the extra TLC that they show my daughter on a daily basis, and because of them, I leave her with a smile on her face in the morning.
Caring about kids. Teaching kids knowledge. Well designed schedule. Very clean classroom. the most important, Kids like this place.
We love Lightbridge in Fanwood! Our son’s teachers, Ms. Ivette, Ms. Lydie and Ms. Andrea are the best. He is always excited to go to school and has the best time while he’s there. He has learned so much. The school communicates with families very well and we never feel out of the loop! 10/10!
Absolutely everything. From the teachers to the enrichment programs, administrators and cleanliness. This place is top notch in every aspect.
We’ve had a really positive experience with this daycare. They offer long hours, which have been a lifesaver for our schedule. The teachers are very kind, patient, and genuinely care about the kids. I also love that they have live camera access so I can check in during the day—it gives me a lot of peace of mind. Overall, it feels like a safe and nurturing environment.
The thing I love most is that my daughter loves Lightbridge! I also have peace of mind leaving her there and feel that she is in great hands. The teachers are all great and welcoming and do so many different activities with the kids. My daughter has learned so much already from them!
Great communication and staff!
We’ve had such a positive experience with Lightbridge Academy. The staff are always professional yet approachable, which makes it easy to feel comfortable leaving our children in their care. Their curriculum is thoughtfully designed, even for infants, to make sure every child is meeting (and often exceeding) important developmental milestones.
What we appreciate most is how communicative and collaborative they are with families; they truly work as a team with us to support our kids. On top of that, our children come home having learned things we never would have thought to teach them ourselves. It’s clear they are growing in a nurturing, engaging environment, and we’re so grateful to have found this place.
We love the daycare. Id just ask to be more mindful of age appropriate snacks. Certain snacks are choking hazards
The program is very knowledgeable & informative my daughter is learning new things everyday. The teachers & staff are very kind.
Great teachers and very accommodating!
All the lead teachers/assistance teachers are great with the kids. Our daughter has learned so much from Lightbridge. We would highly recommend.
There are so many things we love about Lightbridge Academy. Here are just a few...
The curriculum; knowing that our son is learning something new everyday keeps his mind active and curious. I love the way this is done each week by reinforcing with words, colors, emotions, tactile activities, movement and art.
We teach politeness at home with our words, but the first time he used sign language to say, "please" and "thank you" almost brought me to tears. He learned this from his caring teachers at Lightbridge.
The fact that when I pull into the parking lot in the morning, our son shouts, "Hooray!" really says it all! He thrives at Lightbridge. He loves his teachers, classroom, playground and friends.
We are so grateful for the peace of mind that comes from knowing he is so well cared for.
Our daughter has been attending Lightbridge Academy of Westwood for almost two years, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From day one, the staff has been incredibly warm, attentive, and professional. It’s clear they genuinely care about each child and take the time to create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. We’re so grateful to have found a place where our daughter feels happy, supported, and excited to go every day. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a reliable and caring daycare in the area!
I love that the teachers are so caring and attentive, creating a safe and nurturing environment where my son feels excited to come every day. The program has a great balance of learning and play, and I’ve seen wonderful growth in his confidence, social skills, and independence. I also appreciate the clear communication with parents, which makes me feel involved and reassured.
The teachers, staff, and administration at Lightbridge have been nothing short of exceptional throughout our son's time there. Their genuine care and affection for him, and for every child, is evident in everything they do. They've created a true community of nurturing caregivers and dedicated educators, and our family feels so fortunate to be part of it!
LBA goes above and beyond to make each day joyful for the children and engaging for the parents. There's themed days and weeks and parent appreciation events, food trucks, thoughtful celebrations, that consistently foster a vibrant and inclusive environment.
One of the highlights of my day is dropping off my son and interacting with his teachers and the administrative team. Their transparency, flexibility during transitions, and unwavering commitment to the program make us feel supported and informed every step of the way.
We absolutely love Lightbridge and are so grateful for the way they've embraced our family and cared for our little boy. It’s truly a place where staff, children, and parents become family and I’m proud to call them not just educators, but friends.
The center has been doing a great job of keeping the rooms staffed and communicating changes. We love the infant teachers
We have had all three of our kids go through Lightbridge in Westwood and we cannot recommend them more! From the front office staff to the daily teachers in the classrooms, they all care so much. Even more importantly, they listen to parents and caregivers. The facilities really are great; two playgrounds, indoor gym, extracurricular options and, cameras so you can always keep up on what your littles are doing. They are a wonderful place for your kids.
Classes/teachers need more in-class support to manage behaviors, make sure the kids are being taken care of properly and to ensure that a standard of practices are being met. I have expressed multiple concerns to teachers and administrative staff. They listen respectfully and I believe they are continuing to try to make improvements, it’s just stressful that the concerns arise to begin with.
I am not disappointed. I am happy with my experience with the facility and the staff, but the staff is always leaving. Having a full, happy staff would enhance the experience for the kids and help them have more consistency with the relationships they're building with their teachers.
I love how the whole school follows a weekly curriculum theme- even my daughter in the infant room! Both of my kids are extremely happy and my toddler gets so excited to see his friends everyday. All of the teachers we’ve had have been so happy and welcoming. We couldn’t be happier with our choice of childcare.
I like Lightbirdge Academy because my daughter learning so fast she count now 1-20 and she is doing great thank you for hard work all the teachers and Mrs Britinay and Mr Kate director