Academic Explorers of Merrick, LLC

Ages and programs

Reported to Office of Children and Family Services (New York City center-based programs are permitted by NYC DOHMH and published separately; NYC family, group family and school-age programs are OCFS-overseen and included here) by Academic Explorers of Merrick, LLC and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.

Hours

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

What New York licensed

The state describes Academic Explorers of Merrick, LLC’s capacity as “8 Infants, 10 Toddlers, 26 Preschoolers”. Each figure is a ceiling OCFS set, not a count of children enrolled or places free.

Infant places

8

Toddler places

10

Preschool places

26

Program opened

September 7, 2020

Registration through

September 6, 2028

School district

North Merrick

OCFS region

Long Island Regional Office

Amenities and accessibility

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

How the reviews split

The 4.8 average comes from 27 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

• 5 star25
• 4 star1
• 3 star0
• 2 star0
• 1 star1

From Google

Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  My son has been attending for almost 10 months and we've had a great experience. He loves going to school each day and loves his teachers. I feel like he is really cared for and learning.

  Camille MabryNov 26, 2025
• ★★★★★

  The best Day care I’ve ever had for my family. They are very professional, attentive and safety is their priority. My daughter loves seeing the stay when she arrives in the morning. The care they give is impeccable. I am so happy i found Academic Explorers!

  Brittney StoudemireJun 14, 2024
• ★★★★★

  Academic explores has truly been a saving grace for family and I . I was looking for not just a daycare with academics but an extended family . Being a new mom , I had a lot of anxiety with trusting strangers with my baby but not only were the teachers reassuring, but also other mothers that have their kids enrolled reassured me as well. My daughter has thrived in so many ways. I’m so happy and I highly recommend!

  LaMaryse MonteverdeJul 13, 2023
• ★★★★★

  As a first time mom you always question your decisions daily! My daughter enrolled at 3months and is now turning 1! Enrolling my daughter in this daycare was the BEST decision I made this far! From the first phone call and communication with Ms. Danielle to the tour with Ms. Rochelle (the director) whom made me feel so comfortable with leaving my child in their hands! & it trickles down to billing with Ms. India! So friendly and super helpful every time! My daughter has literally gained a whole family while attending this daycare! The app they use to update her eating, naps & pictures are SUPER HELPFUL! I don’t worry while I’m at work because I know she is in great hands! Even teachers that aren’t in her class love her and show her so much love & are her aunties and uncles! This is the best daycare everywhere and I recommend everyone here! My friends & sisters have both enrolled their child here & I would recommend every time! Thank you for making the hardest decision in motherhood the BEST one!

  kahla mccabeMar 30, 2023
• ★★★★★

  If you’re looking for a school/program that cares for your child like their own then this is the school for you ! Everyone from the director to the teachers and assistants are so loving and hands on with the children and for me as a first time mom this was so important. I was so hesitant to enroll my daughter in a school for the first time just because with everything going on in this world you can’t just trust anyone with your child. Mrs. Rochelle (The Director) gave me a tour of the school and immediately me and my fiancé loved her personality and she gave off such a warm and comforting vibe that I hadn’t gotten with most of the prior school tours I went on. The teachers go above and beyond to make sure your children are constantly learning new things and having fun while doing so. My daughter has been coming here for almost 2 Yrs. (Including camp) and I’m still very happy with the decision I made to enroll her here.

  Tanija DanielsMar 30, 2023
• ★★★★★

  I cannot say enough about how amazing Academic Explorer’s is! Every single staff member treats each student like their very own. My son is a typical wild toddler who loves to March to the beat of his own drum and never has he been treated with anything but patience and love no matter how difficult he was being. Ms.Solomon has always gone above and beyond to accommodate myself and my son in every possible way. Finding this school was such a blessing and I recommend it to anyone looking for a clean, safe and loving place to bring their child.

  Linette SuberoMar 31, 2022

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.