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February 2023 by Shachi Patel, M.D.
Love this place. Alyssa, jackie, and so many of the other staff make it such a fun place for the kids. My kid is always in there smiling and laughing. Would trust no one else this much with a newborn. I have seen my older one blossom in terms of speech and play being here. Thanks Ducklings!! Highly recommend!!
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July 2018 by Kelsey MacLean
Our son loves Ducklings and we do it! EXCELLENT facility, staff! THANK YOU!
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July 2018 by Justin D
Have sent both of my kids here for the last 5 and 3 years respectively. The experience has been great and they learn so much. Feel like my daughter is almost over prepparred to be a kindergartener!! Highly recommend.
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July 2017 by Lindsay Evans
I love the Ducklings team! They navigate parent-teacher relationships extremely well. Being a Ducklings parent for 5 years, I've come to really appreciate the partnership approach. The teachers and staff are like an extension of our family, everyone all working together. It's never adversarial and I never feel judged. The facilities are clean, they purchase new toys/books as needed, and there's a gym when weather prevents outside play. I love all of the learning! The teaching style prepares kids for big school but also allows them to be kids and play. The baby and toddler rooms have teachers that know each kid, and expose them to books, art projects, and ABCs. It's been a great experience having Ducklings as a partner for our working parents family.
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July 2017 by Andrew Elia
We are so happy with Ducklings. We came from the Goddard school in Maryland which we also loved, but Ducklings has provided us with an even greater experience. It is a wonderful feeling to drop off your child and feel confident that they are in good hands.
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July 2015 by Robert McLeod
Ducklings has been an excellent experience for our son. A wonderful facility located conveniently off Route 1 with outdoor play areas, bright and colorful classrooms, a library, and a gym; staffed with friendly and attentive teachers; all put in motion by an accommodating and efficient administration.
Music, art, lessons, games, and free play are part of the daily routine, and children are encouraged to play outside when the weather permits. Status reminders emailed to you at the completion of each day detail meals, naptimes, activities, and even packing reminders. Bonus: sometimes the staff email pictures of your child and their class during their activities... this is always a treat!
Ducklings also regularly hosts seasonal activities for parents and families to get involved with, including parent breakfasts and outdoor "block parties".
One of the downsides to all this fun at Ducklings is the lack of "free" vacation time. Tuition is due in full each month regardless of attendance. Not a big deal, but it might be a factor for some. Additionally, other than pizza Wednesdays, there are no paid lunch options anymore due to lack of interest.
All in all, I would highly recommend Ducklings ELC!
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July 2015 by Loryn Furey
I can't say enough good things about the experience my family has had with Ducklings. Both of my boys have thrived there and I leave them each day knowing they are well taken care of. Every person on staff is kind and caring to my children regardless of whether or not they are their teacher. I couldn't imagine my kids being anywhere else. Ducklings is like family to them and to us.
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July 2015 by Erika Bove
I love Ducklings! It's hard to decide where to start. It can be hard as a working parent to feel good about being without your child during the work week, but Ducklings is truly a place where children thrive. Our four year old is constantly surprising us with the new things that he learns during his days at Ducklings and our 16 month old is full of smiles and giggles when I pick him up in the afternoon. Each and every member of the staff, from management, to the teachers and helpers, are wonderful people (where do they find them!). Each week there is a new area of focus that the crew shapes into lessons, activities, artistic projects, and events. The kids play outside a great deal, including water play, riding around on bikes/scooters/trikes, and even parades. The positive energy starts with the management, through teachers, staff and right into the kids. The vibe even extends to parents, who often become friends and who know the other children in their child's class by name. Way to go Ducklings! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for all that you do for our boys!
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July 2015 by Jackie Bonkoski
Ducklings has provided a wonderful environment for my children to learn and grow. All NAEYC accredited centers are going to have a lot of the same basic components around curriculum, safety, etc, however I think there are a number of things that set ducklings apart. The staff is highly creative and always has new and exciting things on the walls/art projects under way (being very left brained I'm thankful my kids are getting this stimulation). They have a gym which is great for giving the kids a chance to run around in the middle of the winter. They also have a number of special events (PJ Day complete with breakfast for lunch, Super Hero/Princess Day, Valentine Dance, Summer Splash Days and more) without asking the parents to provide a lot of extra support (by way of money or time). We have taken advantage of the Soccer Shots program and Oxford Dance Program that they offer during the school day which saves us from running around so much in the evenings. Very happy with our experience!
