Member Testimonials
My kid really likes the staff at Hillside and is looking forward to a pancake party.
My daughter has always come home happy and looking forward to the next Staycation.
The caring of the staff and the overall professionalism
The counselors are very caring and engaging! I feel good that I can trust them with my child.
The staff is kind and welcoming to all. They all are accommodating and understanding to my child’s special needs , safety and different abilities social and emotional . They are also understanding to our family different dynamic and situations and continue to maintain professionalism at all times.
Adela and her staff are all wonderful. My son has food allergies and Asthma, and Adela ensured my child had his emergency medications in the school, and communicated my son's needs with the school nurse. I completely trust your staff will care for my son appropriately in before care, and appreciate everything they do. My son even asked if he could enroll in after care because he heard the students have so much fun with different activities. We do not need the services at this time, but if needed, we would not hesitate to have him enrolled in the program. Thank you for everything!
Excellent!
My daughter always wants to stay longer to play when I pick her up. She has a close bond with the other after-care children and counselors and doesn't feel like it's a chore to be there.
Kind people all around.
The staff are kind and take up time with the kids. They play with and engage with them by hosting soccer matches, playing board games with the kids, doing crafts with the kids, and helping them with their homework. Ms. Heather and Mr, Parker are great supervisors and I feel confident that they will keep my son safe while he is there. When I go to pick up my son after school, he often wants to stay because he’s having so much fun.
We love Ms. Heather and her staff! They are the best!
The after school (as well as before school care) child care program has been an absolute lifesaver! Miss Heather and her staff are dedicated, supportive and reliable. As a working parent who also commutes, I am relieved to have this option and to have had this experience with the After School Program. I receive calls or conversations if the staff is concerned or my child was injured during play and I always see them being attentive and alert when I am there for pick up. The children get homework help and lots of play time including lots of outdoor play if the weather permits. Even with 90+ children in one room it is never chaotic and there is a level of order and discipline expected and instilled in them. I have witnessed conflict resolution and lots of care from the staff and wish I could take them with us when my child goes to middle school.
Easy registration process, although the marketing of it was not good- I learned about it from a mom group.
Seamless drop off and pickup.
Clear instructions for arrival (what was needed, etc)
Clear instructions for what kids need to bring and what they will do.
Age appropriate grouping. Counselors were attentive when we saw them at pick up.
I love the organized fun of it all. The program managers in our school- Ms. Heather and Mr. Parker- have huge hearts and fair practices that benefit all children. I trust them. They have a team of kind adults who play with and guide my child as he plays and navigates relationships. It’s just right for us! Thank you, team!
Ms Heather Mr Parker Ms Mallorie and the entire staff at CHB before and after care are excellent. They really get to know the kids and are so enthusiastic. My boys don’t want to leave! I share with all new families how wonderful Ms Heather is and how grateful I am for the program that she oversees. As a parent who has to rush from an office to school pick up it makes me feel much better knowing that my boys are happy and safe with Ms Heather and her team.
My son had a great time and can't wait to go back!
Love the counselors, the reliability, the community environment. Appreciate that they have the kids do their homework. And they make it a fun place to be!
Free play for kids outdoors after school.
the teachers are great with the kids and keep them actively engaged!
All of the staff of the YMCA Northeast aftercare program are wonderful.
My daughter loves it!
We love the YMCA staff! Everyone is so kind and full of ideas to entertain the kids. Whether playing card games, braiding bracelets or dancing Zumba! I am so glad I signed my daughter up! She never wants me to pick her up to leave early!!
It’s a great experience !! Just wish there was more encouragement to pull out and do some homework. We continue to reinforce to try to do it with friends at aftercare because they are so tired when they come home. Thank you for a wonderful experience !
My kids enjoy themselves and are well-cared for
Caring staff
The staff are responsible & reliable
Montclair school age childcare is the best! The staff are professional and caring. You never feel worried when your child is in their care.
Reliable service and engaging, high energy counselors who genuinely want the kids to learn good values even while having fun
The Care program staff member took my son and the other kids to the ice cream truck.
The before-and-aftercare program at Hillside is wonderful! Ms. Monte takes extra care of the kids, and she ensures their safety and well-being are her top priorities.