Reviews of The Giving Nest Preschool and Kindergarten of North Plainfield (Kindergarten)

Kathleen Nitzsche

I can close my eyes and relive my child's first day of school. Clinging and crying she doesn’t want me to leave. I knew it was time for her to make her own way. My heart was breaking. I remember the empathetic teachers encouraging me to check in anytime. I called 10 minutes later and the office staff reassured me she was laughing, singing and playing with her new friends. Then the staff asked if I was ok. It was that moment I knew we were part of a special place. We were beginning our lifetime membership in the caring community of the Giving Nest, North Plainfield, NJ. The Giving Nest practices a holistic approach to learning, reaching and developing each child's needs on a social, emotional and academic level. Since 1990, the Giving Nest education has proven to be a strong foundation for success. Caring, dedicated professionals work in small groups instructing, nurturing, creating and having fun with their students. Many of these professionals are continuing the prodigious educational experience given to their own children. These professionals are committed to make all students feel safe and comforted, fostering their eagerness to learn and build relationships. It is very common to hear local elementary teachers exclaim they knew immediately which of their students started at the Nest. As they grow, Giving Nest alumni have a legacy of being empathetic high achieving scholars and community leaders. Many schools later and now going on college visits, we can’t help but compare these institutions to the Giving Nest Preschool, in North Plainfield, NJ. . How I wish this school would become a university so I could enroll her all over again!

Amanda Hyde

The Giving Nest has been a wonderful experience for my daughter and our entire family. The staff is warm and welcoming and provides an excellent curriculum as well as enrichment classes like yoga, cooking, and arts and crafts. My daughter has also been able to participate in soccer lessons at The Giving Nest. The school stays in constant communication with families to keep us abreast of whats going on at the school. My daughter LOVES going to school every day and she has learned so much since starting at The Giving Nest last year. Mary Sue and he entire staff are hands on and make sure that each child at the school is well cared for. I am so glad that we found The Giving Nest for my daughter and couldn't imagine her attending a better school!

Robert Hyde

I can't speak more highly of the Giving Nest and it's staff! They are a caring, supportive organization who's focus is set directly on the positive development of their students. The student body is very diverse and the teachers clearly care for their pupils. Mary Sue Frank always greets parents and children with a smile and is quick to address any issues or concerns of the parents. I highly recommend the giving nest to anyone who wants to see their children thrive.

Danielle Lepski

I want to start off by saying, I love the Giving Nest Preschool, all of the teachers and office staff. Mary Sue, Jill and Jennifer go above and beyond for each child and their parents. I knew as soon as I walked through the door this would be the best environment for my children. It felt safe so I knew they would be too. Instantly I knew that they would be in the best hands possible. Every child is unique and the staff recognizes each child's individual need as if the child were their own. Any chance I get, I highly recommend this preschool to friends, family and every person who has asked me about it. My twin daughters were sad to leave after they graduated from the Cardinal class. I currently have my son enrolled in the Chickadee class and is loving every bit of it and learning and growing each and everyday. Family is very important to me and that's how I feel about the Giving Nest, it's one big happy family. This wonderful and amazing preschool/kindergarten is a gift that keeps on "giving!" Danielle Lepski

Amal Agha

Oh Giving Nest...how we love thee! We currently have three children enrolled at The Giving Nest in North Plainfield; one in Kindergarten, one as a Cardinal and the other as a Duckling. We are so blessed to have found such an affordable preschool without sacrificing academics, nurture and experienced professionals. Our children look forward to going to school every day and actually get upset when we come to pick them up! We also have them signed up for extracurricular activities, which they love! The Giving Nest offers a wide variety of activities such as cooking, art, soccer and yoga! The kids love it there! And of course, we can't say enough about Mrs. Frank! Her loving, warm and approachable personality is one that will reside with us and our children for the rest of our lives. The school and staff members are truly like family to us. We've been so spoiled by everyone's devotion and attention that we fear the changes we face once the kids start grade school! They truly have set the bar so high! I would recommend The Giving Nest a million times over again to anyone in search for a preschool. Wouldn't send our kids anywhere else! Love you guys!

Brian Ford

We are so happy we decided to send our two kids here, one did 3 years, the other is in his 2nd. Every staff member is very caring, patient, and communicates with the parents. They also run great family events. Our kids come home happy, have made great new friends, and we are both surprised at how much they actually learn at such an early age. This school definitely helps them be better prepared for K, 1, and on. We recommend it to all our friends in the area.

shannon dutton

I would give them 100 stars if I could. Our oldest son has gone from a duckling to bluebird to cardinal and now a kindergarten. Our youngest is a chick a dee. The dedication, love and academics at this school are top notch. We were faced with a difficult medical situation weeks before our oldest started school at 3 yrs old. Afraid that they may no longer accept him, I called the school crying. They didn't know me yet but Mary Sue and Mrs C took the time to meet with us and learn all the medical care. There is no nurse at the school and they didn't have to take on this difficult challenge but they wanted to. We have at least 5 staff at the school fully trained on how to care for our son so he's always covered. Over the past 3 1/2 years, they have gone above and beyond to ensure our sons health but also made sure he was able to get his school work in. Many changes were made and accommodations granted. We wish our children could attend the giving nest until 12th grade!! I get emotional thinking about my oldest graduating this year. He doesn't want to leave either. He feels safe and loved. I trust them 100% with our children and know they are in the best care, happy environment and having great learning experience. Thank you to all the staff who have loved my children when I'm not there and treat them like their own. We feel so lucky!!!