I'm a first-time dance mom here of a fresh 5 year old that's been twirling around the house for…read moreyears. We finally gave in and put her in dance. DVDA was the closest to our home so we started there without doing any deep dive into their business practices. The first day seemed great, she had a blast and I got to watch her through an open door along with a dozen or more other parents trying to see their own tiny dancers in the room. The second week in, the teachers shut the door on the parents. At first, I was sad that I wouldn't be able to see those bright happy smiles like last week. Then it turned to concern seeing several other parents' react the same way. After speaking with a few of them, it clearly bothered everyone there. I brought my concerns to Amanda in the office and she made it seem like not a single parent ever brought this up to them. Ever? Really? "That's just not how we operate here". Meaning....? Parents are a distraction so we shut them out and that's how we like it here??? These people are more than happy to take your money whether your child is enjoying it or not. But how would you know unless your 2 or 3 or 4 year old tells you so? Because observing in real-time is out of the question here at DVDA. Parents are "allowed" a few classes a year when we can go in and actually observe our dancers in class....ALLOWED. And they say this with a straight face. Videoing and picture taking is also not allowed. My 5 year old puts on a leotard and a tutu for her first time and they tell me I can't take her picture while she dances? Again...they say this with straight faces! They literally shut the door in the face of a mother of a 2 year old trying dance for her first time. The look on their faces was tragic. 2 years old! DVDA is clearly missing the point here. And to make me seem like the crazy one for having these expectations is just bad business at best, demoralizing at its worst. "We can't help you here with this" when asking why I can't see my baby dance should NEVER be the response. I politely made the suggestion of having a 2-way mirror or even CCTV which would completely solve these issues, but.... I was made to look like a clown for asking such questions. I was made to feel like my child and I were not welcome at DVDA with these concerns. They claim it's for "child safety." Child safety is precisely why parents SHOULD be able to observe their child. DVDA must first earn the trust of parents before they can shut the door on them. They must feel so superior to other studios that making a child uncomfortable for any reason whatsoever couldn't possibly be happening behind their closed doors . Now if my child was perhaps 8 years old or more...this might not be AS concerning. But babies and toddlers, shutting them away from their safe place, is absolutely unacceptable. I'm clearly not alone in this sentiment because there's sometimes 4 or 5 parents all gathered around the tiny window in the door to try to get a glimpse of their tiny dancer and realizing it's of no use, saunter back to the main room completely shut out. It's crushing! DVDA should be embarrassed to treat parents this way. Our children are there to have fun and to show off their moves to the people who matter most to them! They are not there to be professional and disciplined ballerinas while wearing a size 4T tutu! Ironically, the same policies that restrict parents at DVDA are the very reasons OTHER studios would never object to such things. I know. I checked. If you want to share in your child's progress and their joy of dancing, it's a no-brainer to take your business elsewhere. There's plenty in the area who don't believe in these odd business practices and want the parents to feel welcome too.

From the owner: Mommy & Me | Pre-Ballet | Ballet | Jazz | Tap | Contemporary | Hip Hop | Teen Beginner Ballet…read more Delaware Valley Dance Academy is the premier Dance Studio in the area. Our dance classes are designed to take students from their first introduction to dance to a full and varied course of dance training. Our school caters specifically to parents who seek the best for their children and who are aware of the benefits dance training can bring to them. At DVDA, we maintain a reputation for setting a standard of excellence for all of our students. It is our goal to bring out the best in every student. Our experienced faculty share their passion for dance and encourage students to set their goals high, not only in dance and drama, but in all areas of their lives. In addition to our own faculty, we offer opportunities to take master dance classes featuring many of Philadelphia's well-known dance professionals. Our training culminates in two fully staged productions each year including "The Nutcracker" as well as a Story Ballet each spring. DVDA students come to us from a wide segment of Montgomery County and Upper Bucks County, including the communities of Chalfont, Doylestown, Dublin, Harleysville, Hatfield, Lansdale, Montgomeryville, New Britain, North Wales, Perkasie, Souderton, Sellersville and Telford.

It's permanently closed. Just for anyone else who is looking for this business. The sign is still…read moreup and I drove there. The door were locked but I called the Archery business they must have been sharing space with and they were so nice and let me know the dance place was closed. So, don't take a road trip like I did! Haha

Amazing experience! We called with short notice before our wedding and were able to try out a…read moresession before committing. We felt so comfortable right away that we booked a package and learned our wedding dance in a few weeks. Instructor Staz was so much fun to work with and fit our routine to our personalities. Thanks so much! Can't wait to dance again once the wedding hustle slows down!

My daughter has been going here for 2 years so far and loves it! Very family based, all the kids…read moreare loved and get both learning and play during the day. They are very good with allergies(food) and keeping a eye on the kids! I cant stress enough how very family based they are & thats why i love this daycare

From the owner: Low Rates / in Business since 1981…read more Little Lion Nursery & Day Care Center provides child care at reasonable rates. Your child will enjoy our center because we are more comfortable. Being small and having small classrooms allows the teacher to engage with the child rather than herding children all day. For more information, call us today!

Went to a high school hockey game here last night. They have three buildings with ice rinks. I was…read moretold by my daughter that this was the worst of the three, the other two were much better. So this is a rating on just this one. First of all the complex needs more parking. There were event's taking place in all three venues and it was almost impossible to find a space. There was limited seating in the building for spectators. It consisted of one small bench, which means that you had to stand throughout the game. I realize that this is ice hockey, but the room was very cold. On a positive note, the ice looks like it was well maintained, with the maintenance people cleaning up the ice between games. The had a very good scoreboard.

honestly i love this place. i like the food at the cafe and the rinks are pretty decent. but when i…read morewent to a hockey camp there the vending machines were literally broken. also the locker rooms smell bad a lot of the time. their also kinda dirty. the tiny arcade doesnt work too.

We love Babylon! Great studio, teachers, classes and well orchestrated recital. Looking forward to…read morecoming back next year.

Our daughter attended this dance company when they were still at the sports complex which was an…read moreinteresting environment. We started with Mommy & Me classes during the pandemic. The way they structured a "social distancing class" for 2 year olds was great. We loved having Miss Jen and fast forward to this year our daughter is in her 2nd year of Creative Rhythm with Miss Jen. The dance company has a new location which didn't travel far from the previous location. it is located right off of county line and upper state road in Chalfont. The building is like night and day from their old spot! It's welcoming, clean, and each dance class room is brightly lit with windows/doors to "peek in" on the dancers doing their craft. My daughter feels so safe going to Babylon and enjoys making new friends (even at the age of 4). She is figuring out if she has a passion for dance, and I'm glad she is doing it here. The owners are always communicating with you about the fees/payments, exciting news, and class closures due to weather related issues. I also love that they let you "trial" a class for free before you commit! I would highly recommend this dance company to any parent trying to start their little one out

Used to be solid sent my kids their for camps and classes. Things have fallen apart under the…read moreleadership of Noah. Prices have gone way up, and quality has gone way down.

Some of the negative reviews calling this place a joke is being kind. AJ, I hope you're listening…read morewhen I tell you it's pathetic to throw a flag football championship only to hand it over to the team we beat because he's your buddy. Your corroboration with everybody but the parents of my team or myself and send out an email claiming these kinds are some kind of derelicts is disgusting at best. We followed every rule you threw at those kids and to then blame them for whatever happened in a parking lot is garbage. Crown your champ bud be we all know who won.

Our experience over the past 4 years with The Goddard School in Chalfont, PA has been nothing short…read moreof remarkable. Staci, Melissa, and Lauren along with their talented teachers have been more than just a child care center for us; it has become a second family. The warmth, care, and support they provide are unparalleled. Leadership and commitment to excellence shine through in every aspect of the program. Our eldest is now in elementary school, and we are immensely grateful for the strong foundation he received at Goddard -He was more than prepared and is excelling in all subjects. The teachers and staff at The Goddard School have played a pivotal role in our children's development. Their dedication, patience, and expertise have created a safe and stimulating environment that encourages growth and exploration. It's evident that the staff genuinely care about each child's well-being and development, which has provided us with tremendous peace of mind. Amid the challenges of the COVID-19 shutdown, The Goddard School continued to show their unwavering support. When our son's birthday was right around the corner, and traditional celebrations were impossible, the Goddard teachers stepped up to the plate. They joined in our "drive-by Birthday Parade," bringing balloons, signs, and their smiles to our doorstep. This act of kindness and support during a difficult time exemplified the exceptional bond within The Goddard School community. We've had the pleasure of forming lasting friendships with other parents and families, and have enjoyed the variety of events and activities hosted for the Goddard families!

My son has been going to the Goddard School in Chalfont since he was 5 months old. From day one I…read morewhen I met with the management team & a few teachers I knew my child would be in great hands. Over the years any concerns that I had, I felt comfortable calling or even stopping in the Director's office. Both Melissa (Director) and Lauren (Assistant Director) have always made time for any questions that I have had. Each year my son has had friendly, kind and most of all loving teachers. Knowing that the directors and staff all have the children's well being and safety in mind as their top priority makes me (a first time mom) feel more than comfortable and happy dropping my son off every day. We have had been treated like family since our first day several years ago.