Newark

This review for the Newark Campus near NMHS has been a long time coming. My son attended Challenger from when he was 2 years and 9 months old until he was old enough for public Tk. I have nothing but glowing remarks to say about the staff, the atmosphere, and the program. Having grown up in the Tri-city area, I already knew of Challenger's prowess and reputation for being a strong academic program. We chose this campus because of the flexibility of their hours which work well for working parents. What we didn't know was how much we actually would come to appreciate the staff and the program. Led by Ms. Michelle, whose energy is nearly unparalleled, the staff at the Newark Challenger campus share their love for their students. Everyone embodies the core values of Challenger and beyond. Their kindness, willingness to help students during stressful times, and patience towards each student is unmatched. Even while writing this review, I have tears of joy while looking back at how well my son matured, grew, and developed in his early academic career. I recommend this campus to anyone who is on the fence about it and look forward to sending my second son when he's old enough. So thank you Ms Michelle, Ms. Danea, Ms. Nancy, Ms. Monica, Ms. Neha, Ms. Phaily, and everyone else who helped with my son during our short time at the Challenger Newark Campus. We miss you.

Two of my kids have attended this Challenger campus, and we’ve had such a positive experience. My son spent two years here and graduated this summer. My daughter attended the three-year-old preschool program and summer camp, and she’ll be back for the four-year-old program after the summer. What makes this campus so special is really the people. Michelle, the director, has created such a warm and supportive culture. Miss Phaily greets the kids so warmly every morning. The teachers, Miss Becker, Miss Srivatava, Miss Neha, and Miss Monica, have all been wonderful. You can tell that the staff genuinely care about the children. It doesn’t feel like it’s just a job to them. As a parent, I also really value the personal relationships our family has built with the school staff. It feels like more than a school. It feels like a warm and welcoming community. We’re very grateful that both of our kids have had the chance to be here.

My family and I are extremely grateful for our experience at Challenger School Newark campus. The school’s strong emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and student growth is evident in every aspect of its culture. Director Mrs. Michelle provides exceptional leadership and genuinely cares about the success and well-being of every child. Miss Phaily is equally outstanding, offering professional, organized, and welcoming support to families. What truly sets this campus apart is their personal connection with students—they know every child by name, creating a warm, nurturing, and supportive environment where children feel valued and encouraged to thrive. My daughter began her educational journey at Challenger School Newark in Preschool, and I still vividly remember her first day. She was a shy, quiet, and reserved child. Transitioning from daycare to a structured academic environment with high expectations was a significant change, and naturally, I was concerned about how she would adjust. To my delight, she adapted within a week, and I quickly began to see positive changes in her confidence, independence, and enthusiasm for learning. During Preschool, Miss. Shanaya played a significant role in shaping that early year. Her classroom was built upon discipline, accountability, and clear expectations. At the time, her structured and disciplined approach seemed demanding, but in hindsight, I realize it was exactly what the children needed. She helped establish a strong foundation of responsibility, self-discipline, and academic readiness that benefited my daughter tremendously. The following year, my daughter progressed to Pre-K under the guidance of Miss. Namita and Miss. Monica. Their teaching styles complemented each other beautifully. Miss. Monica brought warmth, patience, and comfort to the classroom, while Miss. Namita inspired students with structure, motivation, and high expectations. Together, they created an environment that encouraged curiosity, creativity, continuous improvement, and a healthy sense of achievement. They inspired the children to challenge themselves and strive for excellence each day. As my daughter now completes Kindergarten, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Mrs. Becker and Mrs. Srivastava. They have been exceptional educators whose dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to student success are evident every day. Kindergarten represents an important stage of academic and personal growth, and both teachers have guided their students with remarkable skill and care. Although Kindergarten naturally offers fewer opportunities for daily teacher interactions compared to Pre-K, I always found Mrs. Becker and Mrs. Srivastava approachable and supportive whenever I wanted to discuss my daughter's progress. Mrs. Becker consistently brings positivity to the classroom, balancing a cute smile with firm guidance. She encourages creativity, critical thinking, and independence while maintaining high academic standards. Mrs. Srivastava is also outstanding, bringing kindness, encouragement, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for helping children grow both academically and personally. As my daughter prepares to complete Kindergarten, I am amazed by her transformation from a shy and hesitant child into a confident, independent learner who embraces challenges and looks forward to school each day with enthusiasm. Challenger School Newark has provided much more than a strong academic foundation—it has fostered her confidence, character, and love of learning. I am deeply grateful to the administration, teachers, and staff for their dedication and positive influence during these formative years (2023 to 2026). I wholeheartedly recommend Challenger School Newark to families seeking a nurturing, academically challenging, and supportive environment where children can truly thrive.

My son attended Challenger School Newark Campus from age 3 through kindergarten, spending three wonderful years at this campus before moving on to first grade. Although this campus is relatively small and serves only preschool through kindergarten, its warm, welcoming, and supportive environment stands out among the many larger campuses we toured. My son has always been on the reserved side, and throughout his time here, the teachers and staff showed tremendous patience, encouragement, and care in helping him come out of his shell. The growth and confidence he gained over these three years have been truly amazing to watch. I would especially like to recognize Ms. Becker, Ms. Srivastava, Ms. Phaily, Ms. Monica, Ms. Namita, Ms. Siyan, and Ms. Neha for their dedication, kindness, and positive impact on my son’s development. A special thank-you also goes to Director Ms. Michelle, whose leadership helped create such a nurturing and welcoming community for both students and parents. The changes and improvements we’ve seen in our son during his time at Challenger Newark have been nothing short of remarkable. We are incredibly grateful for the support, guidance, and care our family received here. We will always look back on our experience with great appreciation and highly recommend this campus to other families.

We’ve had a phenomenal experience at Challenger School (Newark campus). Both of our children, have thrived academically and grown so much in confidence. A heartfelt thank you to the amazing classroom teachers, as well as Mrs. Michelle Silva and Ms. Phaily Souvanthong for their exceptional leadership and warmth. They create a wonderful, structured environment where kids genuinely love to learn!