I regret enrolling my daughter here. Despite committing early (touring in Feb 2024, paying a…read moredeposit, and submitting all forms), the school's lack of communication, disorganization, and disregard for basic safety and hygiene created a deeply frustrating and emotionally exhausting year. From misplaced incident reports and unaddressed injuries, to administrative errors and tone-deaf leadership, this school consistently failed to provide a safe, transparent, and developmentally supportive environment. My daughter came home with swollen lips, unexplained bruises, missing shoes, and stories of peer mistreatment -- with no formal documentation provided, despite repeated requests. These were not isolated events; I have video/photo documentation, and other parents voiced similar concerns in meetings. The director's conduct was both inappropriate and hypocritical -- once sending me a photo of my 3-year-old with paper in her mouth and demanding I "talk to her about telling the truth" over a harmless joke (gum from dad), while gaslighting parents about emails that were never sent. We were made to feel like the problem, when in reality the school's tech systems, operations, and staffing plans were simply broken. Staffing was unstable -- the lead teacher left for maternity leave with no real succession plan. Parents were informed of changes through hallway gossip before any official notice. Other red flags included: * Poor nap hygiene (child's skin broke out); * No proper underwear/clean clothes sent home; * Unsafe food handling policies; * Lost orthopedic shoes due to mishandling after an accident -- only replaced after escalation; * Inconsistent behavioral reporting, with my child being singled out for normal 3-year-old behavior, while aggressive peer behavior went unaddressed all year. The school showed a lack of respect for working parents, sending critical updates (like school closures) late at night and offering no accessible options for required events (no childcare, no virtual options, last-minute notices). They ran meetings on free Zoom accounts that cut off mid-call, used free Gmail accounts, and misunderstood basic tools like unlisted YouTube links. My concerns were dismissed, incident reports were never filed, and when I reported this to the county, I was told it was "too late." Given how long and hard I tried to resolve these issues internally -- and my documentation of events -- this only added to the heartbreak. In hindsight, I should have trusted my gut and pulled my child out much earlier. If you're a parent considering this school, please ask hard questions about staff turnover, behavior policies, safety reporting, and operational transparency. And if something feels off -- trust yourself.

Will only state the facts that lead to this review…read more.. In preparation for our move to VA this year, my family and I have been searching for a suitable Montessori school within this area. After speaking with Cardinal several times via the phone we felt that this might be a great option. A few weeks ago, my wife had scheduled a school tour and staff meet with Cardinal's senior coordinator (not official title) to allow us to see a routine day at the school and view its operation. We scheduled the tour for a Friday, which we were told was not "normal" but would be allowed given the fact that my family had to drive 5+ hours to get there. The tour was locked on that Monday with a 0930 start time on Friday. We had no other communication from the school throughout the week and on Thursday afternoon, we hit the road after I had gotten off work and arrived in VA just after midnight. We were up the following Friday morning and arrived at Cardinal at 0910 to an empty parking lot, locked building, lights off, and no one on site... We sat, waited, and attempted to call anyone with no luck and no response. It was about 0930 when finally a car pulled up and a women was dropped off. She didn't engage us at all and simply walked into the school. My wife proceeded to knock on the door and was met by said women who appeared to be cleaning. My wife explained our situation to the women who simply laughed, nodded, and said that the school was closed due to a maintenance emergency. A few minutes later, another women arrived who identified herself as a teacher. We calmly explained how we were scheduled to meet with a Ms. Igera for our tour but had not been able to reach her or anyone else. The teacher looked surprised and quickly reiterated that the school had been closed for the last few days. She then pulled out her phone and said she would call the "school owner" who was already on her way to Cardinal. At approx. 0945 the school co-owner arrived and welcomed us inside. We explained, again, who we were and why we were there. She quickly apologized and then explained how the school closed on Wednesday and Thursday due to plumbing issues. They had sent all the students and staff home and were now back (Friday morning) in order to clean for the reopening on Monday. She didn't ask any further about the botched tour appointment, but rather tried to go right into her pitch for the school. At the end of the walk-through, we were on our way out the door when we asked for Ms. Igera to call us about the clear failure in communication. The Co-owner said she would, glorified her staff, and said she hoped we would consider them when we moved... Fast forward 2+ weeks later....we got that call.... And it was to schedule yet another tour at the school. Nothing more. The level of complete disregard, disrespect, and sheer unprofessionalism that went into this waste of time is truly astounding. For better perspective, here is a better overview of all my family and I sacrificed in order to simply VISIT the school and observe its operation. - late night drive 5+ hours after work. - pulled my 4yo daughter out of current school in order to see the Cardinal school and meet the teachers. - my wife is 7 months pregnant at the time of all this. And she had to make all these movements. - I scheduled a full day away from work to make this trip happen. - spent hundreds on gas to make the round trip. Along with paying for a hotel in order to stay overnight... The Cardinal school may do just fine in some things, but I find it hard to imagine what. The coordination, communication, and lack of accountability is frightening. To make a commitment to an outside family who is willing to spend thousands on the betterment of their children's care and education and then not even have the courtesy to communicate a simple appointment change is unacceptable. I would HIGHLY encourage any family seeking a Montessori program to move on and explore other options (military families or otherwise). I have nothing negative to post about the teachers who work here, simply the lack of efficient and effective administrative overview of the school itself. This was not a sophisticated encounter, but rather a simple and what I would image routine engagement with an interested party. If this is how they treat an unaffiliated party, how do they respond under higher stress situations? Who actually maintains the schools appointments? Who is charge of registrations? Etc... Bottom line, keep searching. There are other great options within this region of VA, as my family and I learned. So disappointed to leave a review of this manner on a Montessori related establishment, but title alone does not guarantee quality. I truly hope this review can bring about a greater awareness of the low standard practices at Cardinal.

A fair and honest review for my few years at Occoquan…read more Old Management: incompetent, many teachers came and left, poor accounting. New Management: fair, very pleasant, try their best to work with my family to resolve a debt due to previous poor management. Observed one really mean teacher, complained, and she was removed about two weeks later. The rest were very pleasant and seemed to enjoy their job. Please, if you ever placed your child in their care, leave fair and honest reviews for the sake of the well being of our children, as it takes a village to raise a child.

I sent my daughter to this daycare during the pandemic uproar. My child was 7 months. Everything…read morewas fine at first. The director was kind . Nex thing i knew Gabrielle came home almost every week scratched up. So i cut her nails and filed them and boom a new scratch. Every time the lady at the door came to check her in , my daughter was burst out in shrilly. She only did that with her. My daughter is so friendly and loving . She will go to anyone. But when that lady came she was petrified. It's was almost like my daughter tried to tell me something. When i told the director how i felt . Like can someone else check her in . I hate to leave her crying and screaming. She said yea and the next day the lady got her . Same thing. So i moved her to the one closer to my house. She told them i was mad at her that must be why i moved her. Or because i didnt let her come to daycare last minute. I paid late. Which was a damn lie. I ask what's the latest i could pay . She said Wednesday so i paid Wednesday. Smh . Plus other kids would hold her . And i was so scared for her . I didnt want her to catch rsv due to big kids holding her. When my sister googled the franchise. The were in the news left and damn right. Kids fights, molestation, and workers hitting kids. Pray over your kids if the go there.

Applied for job here. Was denied job because of my sexuality. Very judge mental. I had all the…read morerequirements for the job but was turned down because of me being gay!!! Phone was hung up on me very aggressive after stating my sexuality also. Definitely won't send anyone this way. Agape "CHRISTIAN" Academy owner is very judge mental in telling me they don't accept that(me being gay)at there facility. Side note: I am also a Christian and was raised in a Christian church and to this day I attend church faithfully. I don't recommend Agape Academics values and outlook on worldly things.

BEWARE DON'T BRING YOUR CHILD HERE!!! First of all this is…read morenot a Christian Academy it was more like the Hell Academy! My son started on 11/28/22 and I removed him on 2/17/23. He was only there a lil over two months. During that time I witness 4 teachers quit during the two months my son was there. The owner of the place Ms. Cynthia lives in NC. She's cheap and would hire anybody. The facility itself is old and not sanitary at all!!! They have roaches and mice running rampant. (See picture)The picture attached is from mice poop left on a child sleeping mat. There has been multiple complaints about this place and I don't understand why is it still open. The Director Ms. Gene had the nastiness attitude. Shes old and had a number of health issues and shouldn't be working there. She would scream and yell at the kids all day long. My son would come there every day in a good mood and when I came to pick him up he would be crying. Ms Gene would have him isolated in the back room by himself until I would come pick him up and he would be crying the entire time. The last day my son was there she decided to video tape my son crying without my permission! I am currently in the process of filing a complaint. Worse preschool ever!!!

Absolutely horrible experience with Prince William County school district! I went all the way up to…read morethe Congressman and got nothing! They make it extremely hard to place your child in a better rated school. We are a military family and completely disheartened by regulations prince William has. The transfer windows suck and are VERY UNFAIR! They make you jump through hoops to get nowhere. There's no way I'd be ok with my child going to an Unaccredited "F" school! Prince William I am so saddened and unsatisfied with your tactics. All we wanted was a better school for our children and you couldn't make that happen. Thank you but no thank you! Sad!

Our son went to public school for 6 years until attending 6th grade at CCA. He received great…read moreinstruction at the public school but the attention and guidance he has received at CCA is incredible. The class sizes are small so the kids get more attention and time with the teachers. My son's organization skills, confidence, and determination have increased tenfold with Mrs. Christine and Mr. Josh. The tuition is very affordable for a private school and the community is so warm and welcoming!

Cornerstone Christian Academy feels and operates as an extended family. The leadership, teachers,…read moreand staff have a heart for God, children, and learning. The tuition is affordable, the only downside are the uniforms are a bit expensive. My child has learned to read very fast. The children learn many Scriptures and sing many songs which they recite as they play at home. They are definitely young scholars who complete winter packets during break, so be prepared. Many parents are unaware of the conditions in public schools and no idea what is being taught or how their children are being conditioned. Placing my child at CCA has been a blessing and I go to work each day knowing she is safe, supported, loved, cared for, and learning.

Great center and teachers! Love the photos they send in the app to give updates. Great experience…read morewith the center.

Wonderful place. I'm glad I found this childcare for my little one. I was very worried about…read moreleaving my 2 month old with strangers. They took my fears away and every day I'm more and more happy with how that care for my child. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a loving and caring place for their little ones.

We love Trinity Temple Preschool! The teachers are wonderful and the school administration truly…read moretake the time to know your family and love your child. I don't know what we would do without these amazing people.

From the owner: Trinity Temple Preschool has been in operation since 1975 and has consistently been named "among…read morethe best in Prince William County." We offer full day and part-time childcare for children age 6-weeks through age 5. We also offer before and after school care for children in Kindergarten through 5th Grade at Belmont Elementary School. Our caring, professional teachers use the ABEKA Curriculum in our K2 - K4 classes Our building is Security access controlled and maintained. Our hours of operation are 6am through 6pm. Tuition Special: 1 week free with paid enrollment (6th week of enrollment is Free!) Home cooked, hot lunches and snacks provided daily. (Children bring lunch from home on Fridays).