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Kings Bay Y

📍 Brooklyn, NY

★4.0(139 Google reviews)đŸ‘ļAll ages

Well-regarded for preschool programs and swim instruction, though families should stick to the main Nostrand Avenue location for the best experience and cleanliness standards.

✓ Excellent preschool programs✓ Great swim lessons✓ Diverse community✓ Location matters
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★★★★★Featured review by Liudmila Ivanova

Our 3К is very good. The principal, teachers and employees of KingsBayYm are very responsive, understanding, can always help. We found our 3K on the recommendation of friends and will be satisfied. There is a large parking lot nearby in the building, it is very convenient. The same organization has many events for all ages. There is also a swimming pool and a hall. The inside and outside of the building is always clean. I recommend who will join this great organization in the future. Our son goes to 3K, from autumn they have to go to PRE-K. There are camps in the summer. I recommend it with pleasure.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Kings Bay Y excels at early childhood education and swim programs, making it ideal for families with preschoolers seeking quality care and instruction. However, parents should be cautious about facility cleanliness and ensure enrollment at the main Nostrand Avenue location rather than satellite sites. Best suited for families prioritizing educational programs over recreational swimming.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Confirm enrollment at main Nostrand Avenue building rather than satellite locations
⏰Convenient parking available in the building
đŸŽŸī¸Pay attention to pool hygiene - some reviewers noted cleanliness concerns
🚗Cash payments may provide better placement options than vouchers

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.0
★★★★★

139 Google reviews

Strong educational programs80%
Quality swim instruction60%
Facility cleanliness issues60%
Good community atmosphere60%
Location-dependent experience40%
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Liudmila Ivanova

2 years ago

★★★★★

“Our 3К is very good. The principal, teachers and employees of KingsBayYm are very responsive, understanding, can always help. We found our 3K on the recommendation of friends and will be satisfied. There is a large parking lot nearby in the building, it is very convenient. The same organization has many events for all ages. There is also a swimming pool and a hall. The inside and outside of the building is always clean. I recommend who will join this great organization in the future. Our son goes to 3K, from autumn they have to go to PRE-K. There are camps in the summer. I recommend it with pleasure.”

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Sarah Cho

a year ago

★★★★★

“My son joined the summer camp for his first time last summer (5y/o) and had so much fun I pre-registered for this summer already. The camp is run well and all the camp counselors, directors and admins were kind and welcoming. Communication was great and facilities are well maintained. Also love that it is a very diverse community. My son has also been participating in their swim program since he was 4. I have seen significant improvement with the awesome coaches and am looking forward to seeing more this semester.”

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Genesis Vargas

a year ago

★★★★★

“This is the second year my son has attended the Kings bay Y preschool . He is thriving and growing in so many ways. When he started he was in the 2k class and now he attends the 3k program. His teachers are welcoming and make him want to come to school even on the weekends. I go to work each day knowing he is happy, safe and getting the best possible early childhood experience.”

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Vitaliy Tei

6 months ago

★★★★★

“We had a very positive experience with Kings Bay Y Summer Camp back in 2024 when we paid in cash. Our child was placed at their main building on Nostrand Avenue, and we were satisfied with the environment, transportation (for an additional fee), and the overall camp activities. However, in 2025, we decided to enroll our child again, this time using a voucher. Initially, everything seemed fine, and they accepted our son based on our previous good experience. Unfortunately, just one day before camp started, we were informed that there were no spots left in the main building. They moved him to a nearby sub-location on Avenue U. We agreed to this change, but the conditions at the sub-location were extremely disappointing. The facility was dirty, the food provided was poor, and the supervision was inadequate. Our 8-year-old son was placed in a group with children ranging from toddlers to teenagers, which led to daily conflicts. He ended up in fights and even lost some money from his pocket during this chaotic experience. We had paid for four weeks via the voucher, but after just two visits, we stopped sending him. We requested a transfer back to the main building, but the management ignored us, and by that time it was too late to join another summer camp. In the end, they took the full payment, but our child only attended for a very short time. We feel other parents should be aware of this experience. Unfortunately, our 2025 experience was nothing like the previous year, and we cannot recommend them based on what happened this time.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Kings Bay Y offers comprehensive children's programming including preschool, afterschool programs, summer camps, and swim instruction. The facility features group and private swim classes, sports programs including basketball and tennis, and specialized camps like Kochavim and teen travel programs. Additional offerings include tutoring services, family festivals, and weekend programming for various age groups.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday07:30 – 20:00
Tuesday06:10 – 21:50
Wednesday06:10 – 21:50
Thursday06:10 – 21:50
Friday06:10 – 21:50
Saturday06:10 – 18:00

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