Smart Stars Academy 1201 Avenue K, Brooklyn, NY 11230

"This is an absolutely amazing pre-school. The curriculum is so rich and the kids really excel. My daughter has learned so much during her time there and has come out of her shell when socializing with other children. Friends and family have noticed the difference in her and often ask about the school. The cameras in the classroom gives my husband and I reassurance that she is well taken care of. To be honest, I barely check the cameras anymore. Ms. Luda and Ms. Tatyana are a great duo that treat the kids like their own. I highly recommend this school to anyone."

"Just wanted to share my experience here soo other parents can be benefited before putting their little ones here. The manager herself is nice but the staff especially in Room 3 Ms. MELISA is super RUDE along with one more lady in twin purple shirt. She misbehaved with me and when I went to drop in my 3yr to the daycare on her first day she litterly pulled her from her arms and throw her inside the room infront of my eyes which I also mentioned to the manager Ms. Veronica. The thing was it was my daughter's first day first minute in this daycare first ever experience which we were excited for but this broke my heart and they didnt even allow me in the room 3 for a second soo I could atleast settle her down. Later I was watching her on live streaming till she was there 3 hrs as they told me to pick before nap time. I observed my daughter cried for 1 hr on herself no one to cheerup or make her feel welcoming, then later after an hour one of these two ladies pulled her towards the drawing coloring table and made her sit. It was her first day she was obviously crying but this made Ms. Melisa hate her for no reason it clear in her frustated voice. No wonder how, may be the seat was wet, her pants got wet I saw on camera they took her to change the pants and couldnt see her for 10mins. After changing my daughter was seen a bit calm and after some time drowsy and after half hr exactly I picked her and she slept 7 hrs straight which made me concerned if she was given some medication or what made her soo sleepy? (my child is super friendly and active throughout the day at home). On camera I didnt saw her doing anything except crying which might bothered them but it was her first day and they were suppose to Takecare of her since its a daycare for a reason. They didnt did any activity as well just saw watching some tv and later kids making blocks and again tv the teachers werent even interactive . My daughter is also continously pointing towards her jaw and putting hand in her mouth saying it hurts. The next day I went to pick her stuff back Ms Merisa was there they charged me $85 for a day and she was very rude with me and didnt gave me any receipt as a proof I called back that I will come to pick and she said in a mad tone come get it then. Just because the way Ms Melisa treated us soo rudely and has some attitude issues and seems frustrated. I am withdrawing my child from this daycare and wont recommend anyone else all that matter for them is your money not your child. Hope it helps someone!"

"I wanna say my daughter was here for a year and she loved it. The teachers are so caring and mindful, also the owner Veronica is very understanding. Overall this is a great and safe environment for your kiddos. Truly recommend:)"

"I rarely ever leave comments or reviews but found it very necessary to do so for this daycare. When my son first started I was nervous and anxious in all ways possible but the open communication between the director, his teachers, and all staff members at the daycare really eased my stress. My 2-year-old son started daycare speaking in single word fragments and now speaks in sentences. He also has started to understand Russian although it is not even his home language. Within months, he has learned to count from 1-20, identify colors, shapes, animals, and has grown in so many ways socially, expressively and academically. The best part of this daycare is the live stream option which allows me to watch my son anytime during the day when I want to however, I barely even do because I know he is safe while there. I truly do wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for a safe, engaging, fun, and welcoming place for their child. Thank you to the whole Smart Stars staff for taking in my baby and treating him like your own! Special shout out to Ms. Luda who my son won’t stop talking about at home!"

"I think Smart Stars is a solid preschool. I would recommend them to other parents for their flexibility, attention to my son's development, and general way they treated him. Some highlights - Notice of development concerns within a month of my son's start at the school. - Happy red faces from my son when I picked him up at the end of the day - My son telling me he has a bunch of friends at Smart Stars - his teacher insights and guidance on to how we can help him"