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sourpatchkids
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Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Can anyone recommend their LO's preschool that they LOVE in either Setauket or Stony Brook? DD goes to one that is okay, but I'm just exploring other options possibly for September. (Oh, and if you feel comfortable sharing pricing please do so or FM me.) TIA 
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DaniJude
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
I came up with a list from GreatSchools.org - your best bet is to call around, look online at reviews, and maybe do a quick tour of each place in your target area.
I did this when looking where I live and I tell you, between the reviews and a quick tour - the choice was clear!!! And I'm SO beyond happy with the place.
Here's what I came up with on a search for ya:
North Shore Montessori
Private · Preschool
218 Christian Avenue
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Mill Pond Nursery School
Private · Preschool
10 Mill Pond Road
Stony Brook, NY 11790
University Pre-School
Private · Preschool
100 Nicolls Rd
Stony Brook, NY 11794
Vanna Day Care
Private · Preschool
31 Triangle Drive
Setauket- East Setauket, NY 11733
Setauket Play School
Private · Preschool
160 Main Street
Setauket- East Setauket, NY 11733
The Laurel Hill School
Private · PK-8
201 Old Town Road
Setauket- East Setauket, NY 11733
Imagination Pre-School
Private · Preschool
380 Nicolls Road
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Briarwood Montessori School
Private · Preschool
1401 Stony Brook Road
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Lucky duck - you have lots to choose from!!! I only had like four in my area and I was hoping that one would be stellar -- I lucked out and one was OUTSTANDING.
Good luck in your search - I'm sure you'll find a place you love!
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| Posted 1/15/15 4:09 PM |
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BargainMama
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Playgroups gets good reviews
http://www.playgroupsschool.com/
Message edited 1/15/2015 6:24:43 PM.
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| Posted 1/15/15 6:24 PM |
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Naturalmama
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Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
I know someone who uses Playgroups in Setauket. I can ask her how she likes it if you would like.
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
I know someone who sent their DC to Playgroups and another who used Imagination. Both loved where their DC went.
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| Posted 1/15/15 8:37 PM |
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sourpatchkids
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Thanks so much for the suggestions! I'm going to make some phone calls this week, and hope to visit some of these schools soon.
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| Posted 1/17/15 11:20 PM |
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DancinBarefoot
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Harbor Country Day School is in St James, right on the Stony Brook border. They have a pre-school. They are having an open house on Saturday, January 24, 10am-noon. My DD went there for pre-k. We absolutely loved it.
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| Posted 1/17/15 11:45 PM |
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Jillianm08
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
I would also recommend Playgroups in Setauket.
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| Posted 1/18/15 7:36 AM |
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Pomegranate5
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Posted by Mamallamadrama
I know someone who sent their DC to Playgroups and another who used Imagination. Both loved where their DC went.
Ditto to both of these.
IIRC, Playgroups has a waiting list though. I could be wrong.
Also know someone else who's DC went to North Shore Montessori on Christian Ave and really liked it.
Message edited 1/19/2015 9:49:06 AM.
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MegZee
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Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Laurel hill is great. It is expensive for a preschool but if you are used to paying daycare prices then it is very comparable for full day.
Play groups has a great rep also. Three village sd is staring a prek at nassakeag, but I think the price is ridiculous for what they are offering.
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| Posted 1/19/15 12:21 PM |
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BargainMama
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Posted by MegZee
Laurel hill is great. It is expensive for a preschool but if you are used to paying daycare prices then it is very comparable for full day.
Play groups has a great rep also. Three village sd is staring a prek at nassakeag, but I think the price is ridiculous for what they are offering.
Holy cow, I saw the price the other day and almost fell over. $1,100 a month is ridiculous for pre-k!
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| Posted 1/19/15 9:47 PM |
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livdrl112
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Re: Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Stonybrook Child Care is on SBU campus-they take families not affiliated with SBU too. It's beyond fabulous. They are nationally accredited. The lead teacher in each room has a masters in early education and they are some of the warmest people I have ever met. Schedule a visit-you will not be disappointed. http://www.stonybrook.edu/childcare/
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| Posted 1/20/15 6:39 PM |
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KarenK122
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Setauket/Stony Brook Preschools?
Playgroups, Imagination, North Shore Montessori and Laurel Hill all get rave reviews from my friends. Three Village School District is also opening up a pre-k program next year as well which, while expensive will probably be great.
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| Posted 1/20/15 6:45 PM |
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