Montclair Early Learning Center

"My child attended here while i was an employee. First off, the pay is not worth the work! It is an overstimulating and stressful work environment. The directors constantly move children around and pull and move teachers out of their class to do other things such as work in the kitchen. they penny pinch with the groceries and feed the children the bare minimum. Teachers hardly ever get time set aside to lesson plan. It is very disorganized. Their turnover rate is high due to the poor management. I put in a resignation due to a new job opportunity and was told my child would no longer be Attend the center due to previous employees. This had not been expressed to me after being hired and no policies were set in place regarding this manner. Unprofessional! Directors sit at the desk majority of the day even when teachers need help and act as if they’re too busy. I would not recommend working or sending my child here. They show favoritism and acts as if nobody has a life outside of this daycare while they take off a lot so they can enjoy a work- life balance. I’m so glad to no longer be employed here or that my child attends here. A weight has truly been lifted off my shoulders! They should value their teachers more and not just with materialistic things!"

"We have used MELC for almost 6 years - even after we moved across town from them. I can’t imagine sending my children anywhere else. It is a loving and safe environment where my children have thrived."

"MELC is such a great environment for children of all ages! The staff is so nurturing & welcoming! Not only do the children have fun all day, they learn so much as well. I highly recommend MELC."

"We love MELC! We landed at MELC after the daycare we had planned for our son closed. Even through COVID, they maintained a sense of normalcy while also taking appropriate cautions to keep everyone safe. The teachers are wonderful, and the management is great! They have fantastic communication with parents. I would recommend to anyone!"

"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Montclair Early Learning Center. The staff is professional, caring, and creative. My twin toddlers love going to school here! They actually get excited in the mornings to see their teachers and friends. I am so impressed with the skills they learn each day. The staff has wonderful communication and the app they use to inform parents is wonderful! I feel that my children are safe and happy in the care of Montclair Early Learning Center and always recommend it to friends!"