Work & Play School - East Windsor, Connecticut

April D.

Work and play school is more than just some preschool or after-school program you send your children to, I have had my children attending here since 2000. I have 6 children all of who still talk about the teachers/staff and owner of Work and Play because it wasn't just someplace they were attending school it was a place where they felt like family, where my husband and I felt like family. Everyone there genuinely cares about the children and their families, they keep you involved in every aspect of your child's learning and development, they are Accredited by NAEC which means they are teaching a curriculum that will prepare your children for their academic futures. Not only do they develop intellectually, but they also developed emotionally and socially. They teach the children how to use their words to communicate their feeling, for example, "when you do that it makes me feel...so please don't do that", they give the children the opportunity to use skills for conflict resolution, to be productive with their communication so others understand and respond in better ways. They embrace all ethnicities and cultures. They love it when the family's come to the classrooms to share/teach the children about their cultures/celebrations and the children get so excited when learning about all the new cultures. Be prepared for your children to get down and dirty with science and the outdoors. They ask that you bring extra clothes because they like the children to be hands on when learning, feel the textures, smell things, hear things, look closely at the environment around them. They even get your children to try new foods at snack time allowing them to expand their pallet from the Mac n cheese or Ham sandwiches they decided were the only food group in existence lol. The school has an app also that lets you follow your child's day, what they read, songs they sang, activities they did, how long they slept at nap time, etc. Plus it has learning games and a way to communicate with the staff. I am really surprised that Work and Play School hasn't expanded, but then I guess the children wouldn't get the same experiences that a smaller more intimate setting they provide gives them, it really is like sending my children to family, if I could I would give Work and Play School a 10 STAR REVIEW!! I know I will be sending my grandchildren here...I wouldn't allow them to go anywhere else and neither would my children 🙂

Nicole L.

Our family could not love Work & Play School more. My son was enrolled in another local school and it was not the right fit, I called Stephanie with a trembling voice to explain what was happening. We toured the school, met the teachers and had our son enrolled so quickly, this was one of the best choices we have made.

Work & Play School has offered my son a place to blossom and be himself. He comes out of school SO excited to show us what he created each day, talks about his friends and what they did!
Our son can be hesitant with people, but with the communication, support and guidance from the staff, he is thriving. The staff is invaluable and we are very, very thankful.

Eugenia C.

Both of my children attended Work and Play School until they started Kindergarten. Ms. Stephanie and her staff are exceptional! The teachers are knowledgeable, caring, attentive, and personable. I loved the ease of communication between the parents and teachers; when I had a question about anything, they were certain to get back to me with an answer promptly. They have a well-rounded learning curriculum and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities. Their summer camp is fantastic; my kids never had a bad day and always came home smiling. Work and Play School is a positive, happy, healthy preschool for children to learn and grow in a safe and fun environment. I highly recommend Work and Play School, the care they give is the next best thing to home.

Joli

First off let me start by saying how great of a school this is. The teachers are very attentive, knowledgeable and very caring. They are welcoming and extremely inviting and they also listen to the needs of the parents. I have never felt safer in dropping my son off at school and knowing that he is being well taken care of. Ms. Stephanie is absolutely amazing, and we love her dearly. She has a great team alongside her. They have become a second family to us. I don't know what I would do without them. They will support you in whatever way they possibly can. I am very sad that it is my sons last year, but they have taught him the things needed to advance and continue growing. They will always have a huge place in our heart. Your kids will be safe, they are gentle, and they treat the kids as their own. I couldn't have been any happier in enrolling my son to this school. I don't regret one moment in my decision to have my son attend the school. We will miss them next year, but for now we embrace them and enjoy the time we have left. This school is absolutely AMAZING and no other school I have interviewed with can top Work & Play!!!! Hands down the best school EVER!!! My son loves being there, and I go to work with ease and peace. I can go on and on, but if you have an opportunity to meet with this special team, I will say RUN DONT WALK!! THANK YOU all for the hard work and the dedication to our children and families. Lots of love

The G.

We feel so fortunate to be part of the Work and Play School family. It only took one initial meeting with the director and a tour of the facility and playground to know this school was something special. The staff is phenomenal with the children. They make learning fun and exciting and really strive to understand how your child learns best and how to appropriately address their needs. My daughter thrived at Work and Play due to the love and support she received. I highly recommend this preschool to families with young children.

Jennifer H.

Work and Play is the BEST preschool and school-age program in the area. As an educator, it was very important to me to find a preschool that was child-centered, taught appropriate social skills, encouraged children to be independent while play well with others and Work and Play does that and much more! From the moment I first walked in, the staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. My son instantly began playing and was comfortable in their play-centered environment. Ms. Betsy, Ms. Stephanie, and Ms. Sarah are top notch when working with children and meeting each individual child’s needs. They are supportive and keep in constant communication with parents. My son thrived in their preschool program, was completely prepared for kindergarten, and now LOVES the school age program he’s in. They offer structured play and academic times. It’s a wonderful balance while also keeping a key focus on developing well-rounded social skills. Choosing Work and Play was one of the best decisions I’ve made as a parent. My son feels loved, cared for, confident, and genuinely happy each day. As a mom, it’s the best feeling to know how well taken care of he is each day. Work and Play is AMAZING!

Kelly B.

Words can’t describe how grateful we are to be a part of the Work And Play family! From their incredible teachers to their play-based curriculum, this school is top tier in early childhood education. Our daughter has loved her experience so far and we cannot wait for our son to start in the future!

Erica S.

Work and Play School was recommended to me by a few of my friends, and having my child attend the school may have been the best thing I could do to jumpstart his education.

I wish I could give more stars! Work and Play School is THE best preschool and school age education program. My son has been a student at Work and Play for preschool from ages 3-4 and I am confident that he will be ready for kindergarten. Under the direction of Ms. Betsy, the director, and the school's teachers and teaching assistants, my son has had the best care and support a parent could ask for. The teaching staff is so attentive and with a very low student-to-teacher ratio, children have a chance to grow with lots of opportunities to develop their speech, motor skills, reading skills, and most importantly, socializing with their peers.

My family will be sad to leave Work and Play when my son goes on to kindergarten, but so thankful for the strong foundation he developed while there.