We had a phenomenal experience at this school! The facility is new and state of the art, very…read morebeautiful with great light, a spacious play area indoors and large playground outdoors. Everyday they have a wealth of activities spanning from STEM to understanding emotions, which were great for overall development. The teachers are very kind and thoughtful and all the staff know everyone by name. Most importantly, they have amazing cleanliness protocols. I think their diaper change process has 18 steps?!! Our daughter was getting back to back ear infections (this was prior to covid) and she was completely free of colds once we moved her here!

I highly recommend the Goddard School in Westport. My daughter (2 y/o) has been attending basically…read moresince they opened the doors in Aug'19. We've recognized so much growth/development in a short time period. The facilities are state of the art. I love that they have a retina scanner, temperature monitors and the Zono Sanitizing Cabinet which uses ultraviolet light (not heat) to clean, so it's ideal for things like crayons, books, soft toys, backpacks, etc. Additionally, the classrooms and outdoor space is brand new and impressive. There's constant supervision of the children and their educators teach a curriculum that focuses on developing STEAM subjects (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics). The educators send pictures throughout the day of my daughter enjoying the activates. Additionally, the educators send a daily report at the end of each school day. The daily report provides insight into Nap Schedule, Meals (what she ate), Bathroom (schedule/ diaper changes) and Activities with which STEAM area was the focus of the activity. Lastly, Kristen (owner) and Nadia (director) are so personable and accommodating to our changing needs. Our daughter loves Kristen and Nadia and we're so thankful for them both.

Donna is exceptional!! My son has been at Kids Kastle since August 2014. You don't have to be…read morearound Donna for too long to realize that she truly loves what she does. My son was already blowing her kisses after our first introduction meeting. She is always upbeat and finds creative ways to teach my son new things. Her experience comes through in the way that she teaches my son and what she teaches him. I am particularly impressed with the tools she has given him to express himself - instead of just being frustrated because he can't do something, she taught him to say "Help, please" - how appropriate! He says it all the time when he needs our help. She is very responsible and we feel so comfortable with our son in Donna's care!

My husband and I cannot say enough good things about Kids Kastle!! We had been looking for a…read moredaycare provider for our son for months and months until we finally came across Kids Kastle in February 2014 when our son was just 18 months old. It was truly a BLESSING that we found Donna-she is just what we were looking for in a daycare provider. Her loving attention to the children was apparent the first day I met her, and our son took to her immediately. She is full of energy and dedication to the children and it is very obvious that she loves what she does. My son often protests when my husband or I go to pick him up after a day at Kids Kastle because he doesn't want to come home!! Our son's development really skyrocketed after he started going to Kids Kastle-talking, self-help, manners, socialization with other children, etc.-we couldn't be happier-it is very obvious that he gets loving attention and opportunities for learning all day long at Kids Kastle. My husband and I feel so at ease by knowing that our son is in a safe and positive environment and is provided with more enrichment and learning than we could have ever imagined he would recieve at a daycare. And Donna is just such a genuine, caring person and has been such a joy and pleasure to work with. Anyone who chooses Kids Kastle as a daycare provider for their child/children will not be disappointed. HUGE praise for Kids Kastle!!!!

My son has been going to Pumpkin Preschool since November when he was 4 months old and now almost…read more8. They have been incredible and I am so happy to have such a loving, safe place for my son to go every day.

From the owner: Since our inception in 1986, Pumpkin Preschool Early Learning Centers have provided quality,…read moreaffordable childcare in a nurturing and loving environment. We offer a creative curriculum including music, science, art, computer learning, and Spanish and French lessons, all taught by our well-educated and nurturing staff. Our loving and nurturing atmosphere promotes optimal physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development and progress for the whole child. We build each childs self-esteem and self-confidence through quality teacher interaction, gentle guidance of age-appropriate play, exploration of self-selected activities, and discovery learning.

A Child's Place has been magical for our 3 children. When we extensively researched preschools our…read morepriorities were the safety of our child, creativity & commitment of faculty & staff and school resources. Every day my son's teachers report to the parents & I'm astounded by what they are teaching and how creatively they do it. The building is secure and both the classrooms & play spaces are far superior to other schools in the area. My older kids were well prepared for Westport kindergarten and we've all made lasting friendships. The faculty and director have always been attentive to each of my children's individual needs. I remember back to the day I took the tour and submitted my application the same day, fingers crossed my child would get a spot. How happy I am all these years later and will be sad when our preschool days are over. It's been a really positive experience.

From the owner: A Child's Place has three different programs designed to meet the needs of families in our…read morecommunity: First Steps is a 12-month, full-time day care program serving children from six weeks through preschool. Our 10-Month Programs are designed for twos, three, fours, and fives and meet 2, 3 or 5 days per week. In addition, A Child's Place offers an active and exciting Summer Program. Applications for our Summer 2018 program will be available on our website very soon.

I've had a lot more daycare experience under my belt since I've left Old Hill. Bright Horizons,…read moreKindercare, Goddard, and Primrose. Having a kid and sometimes moving. . .keeping an eye out for the best daycare for my two kids old hill remains the worse of these daycares. The staff was good enough. . .but honestly, staff ratings across these daycares are always good. Old Hill staff is no better than Bright Horizon (top employer by fortune) or Kindercare (maybe the cheaper of these). What makes this place so bad, was the incredible amount of "We are a westport daycare, how dare you think we need to take your needs into account". This place was closed more often than local schools, and more often than any daycare i've done business with. The larger daycares are open EVERY snowday, even the big ice storm that came through. . as long as they had power. These guys would close if they thought that maybe, eventually, someone might slip. School systems have to close, sometimes, they have bus. Yet my work (a large insurer) doesn't close if the school system is closed. My wife work doesn't close if the school system is closed. these guys remain the most ridiculous, ill fitting, don't get why they exist daycare. Seriously - you can do better; and cheaper - I did multiple times over. Maybe the other reviewers should try another daycare, before posting a glowing review about incompetence.

I substituted this past week in this school. I was there to see the goings on in the classrooms,…read morebut mostly the Toddler room. I have to say, from being a teacher with 20 years in ECE, this school's staff is wonderful!! The teachers are so caring, loving, and gentle with the children. I have been in day care centers that would scare you the way they treat the children. Not so here. The staff is incredible with the children, and extremely conscientous. Their love for the children is evident, and I would not hesitate to leave my child in their care.

Both of my (very different) children have thrived from infancy until they were ready for Pre-School…read moreat A Kid's Place 2. The environment is simple, comfortable, and not over stimulating, this allows babies and small children to explore at their own pace, grow their curiosity, and creativity. The staff is simply amazing. I have never felt anything but 100% comfortable leaving my children in their care. They go above and beyond the job and have treated my babies like their own. I truly consider them my village. They are willing to work with the family to solve just about any issue, and get through developmentally challenging times as a united front with you. Karen is fantastic with communication, and nothing lights up my day more than getting a cute picture of my little one's day at A Kid's Place 2!

Karen has taken over as the Director and I can't say enough about her and her team. They are so…read morepassionate about the children and we couldn't ask for a more caring group of people to help guide our children through these early stages. Karen and team are very accommodating and just a joy to be around.

This school is great! The teachers are awesome, all of them! Gerri, Cami, Angela, Carolyn, Jen, &…read moreKelli have nothing but love for all of their students, they truly treat them as if they are their own!! They have all been there for years, and never once a problem with any! My child is happy to walk through those doors each day & they don't want to leave when it's pick up time!! I also must say all the projects they do with the kids are hanging up all over my house, so cute & very creative!!!! This is a pre-school that is doing something RIGHT !!!!

From the owner: Your child's home away from home…read more The Apple Tree Pre-School runs its learning programs for both three year old children and four year old children. Apple Tree Pre-School is fully licensed in the State of Connecticut. We provide a very friendly, caring and supportive environment. It is our policy to make learning fun for the child and to help each child feel good about themselves. Maintaining a non-stressful atmosphere for your child is very important to our staff here at Apple Tree Pre-School! Apple Tree Pre-School hours are 7AM -5:30PM. Children can be enrolled from two to five days per week. Morning and afternoon snacks and juice are served daily. Apple Tree Pre-School staff is made up of teachers and aides who have many years of experience and training in working with pre-school aged children. Please know that at Apple Tree Pre-School your child is cared for as an individual. We see each child as a separate, special person. We take great pride in knowing your child's experience here will be a rewarding one.