I love this school! The facilities are clean and well kept and the provocations are amazing! I love…read morelooking at Brightwheel to see pics and updates. Most of all, the love the entire staff has for my daughter is unmatched by any other facility. They go out of their way to make her feel at home, which in turn helps me feel at ease while working. A great gem on the south side for sure!

From the owner: Oak Leaf School is a year-round early enrichment program that operates Monday through Friday from…read more6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. We are modeled after the schools of Reggio Emilia in Italy. We foster an interest in learning for our students by encouraging each child's driving sense of curiosity. We believe that each child is a capable and competent learner that develops by interacting with others. We provide a flexible, relationship-driven learning environment for children 6 weeks through 12 years of age. We also have an Afterschool Connections Program where we provide school-agers with an opportunity to participate in basketball, martial arts, cheerleading, dance, visual arts and music.

Primary Student/Teacher ratio: 19 to 1 + 1 assistant teacher for ages 3-6 years. Classroom clean…read moreand organized. Centers appropriately placed. Independence and peer interaction highly encouraged. At minimum, a 2-year commitment for your child to learn the Montessori Method. I did notice the classroom environment was very "sterile". Lacks academic and visual stimulation. No alphabets or numbers on the wall, even a lack of seasonal focus. I heard from another parent whose child is currently enrolled in the primary class that the teacher is not proactive in offering solutions to help your child succeed in the classroom. It was frustrating to her because she's paying them to educate her child, and to work with her on how she could get her child up to par within the school's standards. Perhaps the teacher lacks training in offering solutions because I get the sense that the school Director is "limited" by her views and conforms to the Montessori tradition. If you plan on enrolling your child in the Fayette County public schools system when he enters kindergarten, you better look for a different preschool. The reason why you moved into this county was for the excellent public schools right? Fayette County has a reputation for being an affluent and educated county. The public school educators here will challenge your child to thrive socially & academically. And the best way to do that is to get your child enrolled in a traditional preschool with a focus on academics (your child will also get play time ) and will teach your child from the very beginning to write his first & last name; familiar with and recognize the sounds of the alphabet, recognize numbers 1-20 and count up to 100; recognize at least 20 sight words (current Fayette County kindergarteners must recognize at least 130 sight words by January); familiar with colors; comfortable using a pair of scissors safely; ability to sit for at least 15 minutes during circle or story time; and demonstrate good listening skills, that's just to name a few. If you DO NOT want your child in a preschool that focuses on academics, and would like to have this Montessori school teach him "reality based" life skills like cleaning, organizing, gardening and collaborating with friends, then this is the place!

From the owner: We are a fully implemented Montessori school serving students ages 18 months thru 6th grade. We…read moreare Certified through Association Montessori International. This organization was founded by Maria Montessori to ensure that teacher training centers and Montessori schools maintain the exacting standards she established. AMI certification of a school assures parents that the school and its teachers meet the highest standards. We also meet the standards of the Georgia Accrediting Commission.

If you are looking for a childcare center this solely for babysitting, this is a great choice. The…read morecurrent director, assistant director, and core teachers are dedicated to children. Yet, the management (owners) or lack of management's knowledge is the issue. They are not educators. In the more than six months that my child attended several things occurred that you should be WARNED about: 1) tuition increased $84 with no written communication. Emails were sent stating a 25 dollar increase a week. I was told that did not pertain to me no increase I was a new parent , only to find out in the portal of the increase. The director gravely resolved but the owner never responded to my request for a meeting regarding the issue. 2) No curriculum. The owner might say a team was brought in but you will never get a newsletter with academic focus for the week, no benchmark assessment or weekly activities. Lessons are on the wall but you can't have academics with inconsistent staffing. Some classes like the two years are so big you need small groups for instruction. 3) Staffing is a major issue. Some classes have consistent teachers others not so much. You will drop your child off to people you know and pick your child up to people you have never seen. Its so bad teachers in the room won't know the children's names 4) BUT THE WORST INCIDENT --- I went to drop my child off and it was 9:15. Since coming to the center the 9:00 cut off has not been implemented. I was met at the door without any communication from management and told we could not enter. I had a meeting as many other working parents, I was late. I had to take my child back home despite not being told about a policy before hand. I am not sure why you would take your child to a place that is punitive to parents --the customer. It boggles my mind that the people I pay could not have resolved an issue or implemented a policy more effectively. THIS IS NOT A PLACE FOR WORKING PARENTS--- NO CURRICULUM , CUSTOMER SERVICE, AND PUNITIVE TO CLIENT. Please know my review is as a parent and early childhood professional with 3 degrees.

I am writing this review as a grandparent who has had my grandson at Peas in a Pod for almost a…read moreyear now. The staff are amazing, talented and very good with the children. They treat us as family. I am very familiar with all of the teachers there and I am always welcome with a smile. I look forward to many more years with them as my grandson looks forward to going to daycare everyday and lights up when he sees, Libia, Gladys, Gracie and Ms. McConicle (hope I spelled it right). I am very very very happy with my choice to bring him here. I waited to give the relationship time to be sure I was right about trusting them with my only grandchild and I was. I am a WORKING grandmother and I have never had an issue. The rules are the rules and are there for the safety of the children and to keep consistency. I appreciate that they take pride in that! GREAT CHOICE FOR CHILD CARE!!!!

Addition context after Goddard's response:…read more After our initial review and Goddard's administrators political non speak response, our son is thriving in public school and all his teachers love him and say while he's high energy it's their job to channel that energy. We have also found out after a few months of school, that other parents that sent their kids to Goddard were targeted for early pick up as well. The facility doesn't care for every student, they only care for the students that fit their own mold and if you don't fit their mold, they will trash talk you and your parenting behind your back. We have now heard at least four other families that have endured the same disrespect from Goddard. Be warned.

My wife and I wanted to enroll our 3 year's daughter in this school since it is really close to our…read morehouse as soon as we walk in the receptionist and a lady was behind her looked at us and didn't even greeted us , I asked how can I apply for enrollment they said we don't have any openings now without any explanation. I think they didn't like how we look or they didn't like our accent anyway we felt some kind a discrimination we have been leaving in Peactreecity over 13 years and yes we can afford this school if that's answer the question. Bad experience

I wanted to share my experience regarding my daughter and granddaughters. First, parents are…read moreallowed to drop their children off in the morning, but we are not allowed to go inside to pick them up. That seems a little odd and can make parents feel uncomfortable, as if something is being hidden. The final straw for me was when my 1-year-old granddaughter came home with a bite mark, and the school could not explain how it happened or who was involved. That is very concerning. In the 3-year-old classroom, it also seems like the teachers may not be properly trained. Children are being sent home with multiple reports for things as minor as playing by themselves in a corner. I understand that children can get sick in daycare, but these poor kids have had almost every illness possible -- RSV, pink eye, strep throat, and hand, foot, and mouth disease. This has happened multiple times, not just once. Parents, please be careful and pay close attention to your children's experiences here also parents that are seeking run!

We could not be more grateful for Mama Birdie's Nest! We have been with Ms. Sylvia since May 2023…read moreand are only sorry we hadn't found her sooner. Ms. Sylvia is truly expert in her field, treating each and every child with compassion, empathy, understanding, and respect. We feel so fortunate to have the chance to watch our children grow in a setting which strives to meet each child where they are developmentally.

From the owner: Lower adult/child ratios Small group lessons…read moreUnique blending of learning philosophies Mother's Morning Out, 3 hours a day Pre-K/Kindergarten, 4 hours a day • 2-3 and 5 day schedules available Calm, peaceful, quiet environment

It's truly the best school I've toured this month! I recommend it 100 times over and over. I'm in…read morelove with their curriculum, the way they treated me and my daughter upon visiting and overall the way I saw the school and how teachers and employers worked.

My child did Georgia Pre-K here and had a great experience. Very well organized and my child…read moreenjoyed going to school every day. Thank you.

the pictures need updating, i liked the school but it was very gloomy inside. I think my child is…read moretoo active for this school.

From the owner: Cedars Preschool at Mt. Zion is a Preschool serving families with Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, and…read moreAfter-School aged children. We offer competitive learning, highly-trained staff to create a substantial learning environment that will help get your child ready for school. We have outdoor learning playgrounds designed for small children. We strongly believe children learn through play. At Cedars Preschool at Mt. Zion, we embrace education development to assist our families in providing a safe, loving, and nurturing environment to all who walk through our doors! Come grow with us!