Mulberry House Playschool 1181 Jefferson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

"We spent two very happy years at Mulberry House Playschool. The teachers are warm and loving, and the environment is peaceful yet engaging for little ones. There is a strong emphasis on community, art, music, and above all, play. Children are listened to and respected, and as such learn to be self-sufficient and confidant in themselves. Both the children and their caregivers receive the utmost support from the team, with clear communication across the board. They are truly a little jewel of a school and such a valuable addition to the North Brooklyn community."

"Mulberry House is a very special place for children. The environment is carefully curated to engage children in their interests and spark their curiosity. Here children are at the core and center. They will be cared for and nurtured. My son keeps asking when he can go back and visit Ms. Suzanne’s house. It didn’t feel like school. It felt a second home to him. His time at Mulberry was very special and we wish there were more gems like Mulberry available to children all over the city."

"Our experience at Mulberry House has been deeply formative for our family as we have watched our son develop from a young toddler with little language and social exposure (deep pandemic baby) to a thriving, engaged, expressive and confident child. As parents, we feel expertly guided and supported through each new aspect of school and developmental stage with a the above-and-beyond levels of care, consideration, and community that Suzanne and her team cultivate. We knew the environment and approach at Mulberry House was highly regarded, but it has far exceeded every expectation as we watch how our child and others grow in structured, yet child-led dialogue with the emergent curriculum, teachers, and larger community. Honestly as first time parents, we have learned and grown so much (and become a lot more confident) as a result of our relationship with Mulberry House and all the friendly faces and support we find there. Suzanne is a gifted early child educator who seems to push tirelessly to grow, adapt, and continually improve upon the incredible world of Mulberry House. It’s inspiring to watch and we don’t know how she does it! Same goes for her wonderful teachers, particularly Ms. Veronica and Teacher Lucy who we have known since last year and who our son adores. We are endlessly grateful that this place exists and could not recommend it more highly. ❤️"

"When coming in for our first meet, I was a little unsure, nervous but also in amazement of the space. I've done all my research so I knew what Mulberry House had to offer: exploration, discovery etc. which is what I wanted for my child. I was just hoping we were able to have the opportunity based on our circumstances. I walked in just me and my toddler, in need of support...and a bit of guidance. Little did I know, Ms. Suzanne was more than prepared to receive us. We were welcomed into Mulberry House that day, and our lives were forever changed. I came into Mulberry House as a single parent, and left being a part of such a wonderful community. Thank you for allowing our family to come as we are. Thank you for providing a true, honest and nurturing environment. Thank you for allowing us to feel seen, heard and welcomed. Our family is forever grateful."

"Mulberry House is pure magic. From the main classroom to the atelier to the outdoor classroom, our 3-year-old can’t get enough of the space, the teachers, and her friends. The teachers know her so well, and she has grown so much in the time she’s spent there as a summer camper and school year student. The communication from school is like no other: daily photos, highlight stories, and respectful and responsive texts or emails for updates when needed. As an educator I appreciate Suzanne and her team’s ability to be inspired by the interests of their students when cultivating the materials available to children daily and creating an enriching environment for structured yet play-based learning. Our kiddo has truly thrived there, and we have made some wonderful parent friends thanks in large part to the Mulberry House Family Connections Events. We feel so fortunate to be a part of the Mulberry House family."