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January 2024 by DestinyLynn Ingram
Both my children go here love the staff great atmosphere all around great place ? highly recommended
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August 2023 by Kelsey
When looking for a daycare BFA is the way to go! Our family has attended for a few years now and we couldn't be happier. We enjoy the regular school year with a routine, structure and age appropriate academics and the fun in the sun summer camp. Did I mention breakfast, lunch and snack is included?! The Parent Advisory Board along with administration help to bring families together with fun filled activities. The owner, assistant director, and teachers provide answers to your questions and are always there to listen. we are so glad to be apart of not only a facility but to be treated like family.
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August 2023 by Colleen Selvaggio
If you are looking for a daycare/preschool that feels like home, look no further than BFA. They have a team of dedicated teachers that have remained consistent over the last 3 years that my children have been attending.. This is something that i have not experience with my oldest prior to switching here. All meals are provided, almost every day is a themed day to keep kids having fun and the summer camp just adds in extra fun. They have an amazing team of parents that work together to put events together not only within the school but outside the school. To me BFA is not just a daycare but a second family.
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August 2023 by Brian Gormley
Both of my children attended Beginner First Academy (BFA) from infancy to Kindergarten, and several years of summer camp after that. The staff there led by Erica and Erica do an amazing job running a warm, open, clean, and fun environment that is heavily focused on family involvement. They’re always attentive to whatever needs or concerns you might have.Daily communication is great with constant updates throughout the day of what’s going on with your children that include pictures. And the healthy included meals are a godsend. Special days are always happening, a ton of which include family involvement.BFA has left a mark on my children’s lives that will last a lifetime. This year my oldest is going into fifth grade, and he still talks about the good times he had there, the snacks and food that he liked there, and how he still wants to go there. And anytime we drive by he still yells out “BFA!”
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August 2023 by Melita Duda
We have been blessed to have our three kids cared for by BFA. BFA's team is invested in learning the dynamic of each child and family to uniquely meet their needs. Care and communication are on point - you will get the best updates on your child's progress during their time there! From education to nutrition to cleanliness to FUN, BFA strives to provide the best service possible in creative and thoughtfully researched ways. BFA participates in many wellness and community service initiatives, and has a great group of families who collaborate to put on events for the center as well as for the community to enjoy. BFA instills love and learning in each child who enters their door, and their desire to share knowledge and fun is contagious!
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August 2023 by Suzanne DePietro
We love BFA. The staff is caring and nurturing. They take alot of pride in making the establishment clean and fun. My girls love the outside play area and the camp in Summer the most. This is the place to take your kids if you want to feel like you are part of a family.
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August 2023 by Felicia Ingram-Allen
My 3 children have been going here for years and I absolutely love this daycare. The Director and her staff make you feel like you are family. I would recommend this center to anyone.
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August 2023 by Donna P.
Beginners First Academy is a loving, quality, Grow NJ Kids childcare center in Atlantic County. Children are well cared for and happy there.
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August 2023 by Kori R.
Really sad that a couple disgruntled employees who write fake reviews drive the stars down for this incredible establishment. This child care center is TOP NOTCH. Erica W. and Erica S. have really gone above and beyond in making sure they have a top tier learning institution that is still affordable for parents. They are continually looking for ways to improve, to further their education, to train their employees to be better. They follow all of the safety rules and regulations and MORE. This place has become a second home for my children - something that I thought would never be possible when we set out looking for a child care center. But these women care about each and every child as if they were their own, and their employees. I hope you look past the review of former employees that were clearly not a good fit for this school (or any for that matter) and choose BFA, because I promise you it will be the best decision you ever made for your little ones.
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August 2023 by Brian G.
Both of my children attended Beginner First Academy (BFA) from infancy to Kindergarten, and several years of summer camp after that. Erica, Erica, and all their staff do an amazing job keeping everything running smoothly in an environment that should be pure chaos but instead is a warm, open, and fun environment. They're always attentive to whatever needs or concerns you might have (every new parent has them!). One of my biggest reasons for choosing BFA in the first place is the cleanliness. My kids were frequently the last to get picked up, and everyday I would see the building being cleaned so it would be ready for the next day.They send constant updates throughout the day of what's going on with your children that include pictures. And they really do care about your kids! Obviously they let you know immediately of anything major going on with your child, but they'll even notice something minor like your child just seeming down or not acting like themselves that day and let you know. When your child inevitably needs medication during the day, no big deal, bring it in and they'll notify you via the app when it's administered. How about a stain on a special outfit? No big deal, tide pen comes out and outfit is washed before you even know anything happened. How about their favorite stuffy getting a little rip? No bid deal, sewn right up, tears over. There are always different special days going on for the kids and families to enjoy. One of my favorites during summer camp is Around The World, where each group decorates their room as a different country and at the end of the week all the kids, and their families, visit each country and sample the appropriate food for each locale. BFA has left an indelible mark on my children's lives that will last their lifetime. This year my oldest is going into fifth grade, and still to this day he'll randomly talk about the good times he had there, the snacks and food that he liked there (and how it's better than my food), and how he still wants to go there. And anytime we drive by he still yells out "BFA!"
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May 2023 by TheHair Genie
If you’re African American DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD HERE!!!!! They will not watch your child the way they’ll watch the other kids of their race. Multiple incidents with no explanations! Horrible horrible place for black children smh
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December 2021 by Joe
Poorly run
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December 2018 by Amanda Erskine
First off, let me start off by saying I NEVER leave reviews for anything, ever. But I am so obsessed with this place that I just couldn’t keep this place to myself. I was very picky when choosing childcare for my 2yo because I’ve done years of childcare in the past and have seen just about everything. This place is the most reassuring, welcoming and down to earth facility I could have chosen. They update you periodically throughout the day using a secure app and it’s seriously the greatest thing ever. One day my son gave me a really hard time at drop off and broke my heart with his cries.. not even 5 min after I left I get a notification with a picture of him playing and perfectly content. It gives me such a peace of mind. They also provide food and it’s always balanced and healthy meals. I always know what time he goes down for a nap and what time he wakes up. I can not say enough good things about this place. I highly recommend Beginners first academy
