Our family has been at Arbor for over 3 years. We've aged through the toddler program and now are…read morein the primary classes. Both the school year and summer program have been great for us. The kids are outside a lot and in summer, primarily in the morning. Parents are required to contribute via volunteer work or classroom need donations. Arbor is very communicative and lets parents volunteer per their ability and skillset.

Our toddler son attended this school since he was able to walk. He quickly grew attached to the…read morekind, gentle teachers. While attending arbor, we saw his development take off and were constantly impressed with everything he learned there. We absolutely recommend this school and will send our other son when he is also able to walk. :)

I have had my children in every age classroom and I cannot recommend OWM enough. Every teacher is…read morekind, caring & nurturing. My children have learned so many life skills and independence from being at OWM, as well as educationally learning each day with lessons. A great perk is the extra activities you can (pay extra) for like soccer, martial arts, Sportball, Flippers, dance, chess club. All activities that my kids love and thrive in, and they get to do it during the day while they are at daycare. OWM also provides breakfast, lunch and snack, which is a great perk. They do fun activities like fall festival, halloween parade, holiday recital, summer parties, career week, book fair, etc. You get updates throughout the day on Brightwheel, helping you stay connected with what your children are doing throughout the day. We love OWM and are very grateful to have found it.

I've had my child at One World Montessori for 2.5 months. We were at another daycare before, but we…read moredecided to switch to OWM as it came recommended by friends. I'm so glad we enrolled. After being on the waitlist for about 6 weeks, my son started in the Infant B classroom. His teachers Ms. Demica and Ms. Lily have been absolutely wonderful. He always smiles when he sees Ms. Demica and goes right into her arms. And there's no doubt in my mind that Ms. Lily was put on this earth to work with children. They're amazing teachers! Anytime I drop by, my son is kept clean and always looks well cared for. The facility is tidy and the classroom is so spacious, allowing plenty of room to crawl around and play. They do outside time when the weather is nice too. Also, I really enjoy the photos they send us through the app. Kids can be sensitive to change. When we switched daycares, of course my son was confused and upset at drop off. Ms. Lily in Infant B went above and beyond that day, taking extra care of my crying son and sending us many, many photos on that first day, and it really eased our anxious minds! My son fully adjusted in about 1.5 weeks. And finally, I love that OWM has theme days and events for the children and parents to enjoy! Keep up the great work, OWM!

$20k per year tuition fees with super average curriculum execution…read more As a parent expect to receive multiple extremely long winded emails every day requesting you make/bring something to school - I would count myself as very organized yet found it extremely difficult to keep up with all their requests Unusually high Headmaster attrition - we had 3 different Headmasters in 1 year - not a great sign Worst part of the experience was when we ended up needing to move a new town outside Austin and a new school - when I cancelled (2 months before the beginning of the school year) - IST insisted on not only keeping my deposit (I absolutely understand this) but the tuition fees I paid in advance. The school year wasn't even close to starting! For a not-for-profit this is a fairly shameful business practice and a terrible moral example to our children. After I explained my position to the (at least right now current) head Brian he looked me in the eye and agreed the tuition fee refund I was asking for was fair - to which he then sent an email days later rescinding this and denying me a refund. Shady beyond belief. For these reasons I would not recommend sending your child to IST.

We absolutely LOVE IST! The school is so warm and special and has exceeded our expectations of what…read moreeducation can look like. The teachers are engaged and really focus on well rounded goals. We switched mid year from a disappointing experience at public school and can't even compare the two as it's night and day experience. We love the focus on community and that families are so involved and connected. I also love that every single person on campus from teachers to admin know our whole families names and help us feel so welcome and loved. I'm so grateful this curriculum exists and look forward to many wonderful years ahead.

As a parent and a speech therapist I can honestly say that this school does not have your child's…read morebest interest at heart. They claim to be Montessori yet don't allow for individuality and zero imaginary/free play ( if you tour the school notice the toys don't include dolls, animals, kitchen set, cars). I was concerned because my 20 month old wasn't adjusting (after a couple of weeks of being at their facility). I approached the administrator, Suma, in regards to this issue and said she'd "observe and speak with her teachers". In sum, in the middle of the front desk she went on and said my 20 month old "is a whiner and loner because she doesn't play with other children" and I should speak to a doctor about it. Anyone who has basic knowledge in developmental milestones should know that children BEGIN to play the together at the age of 2 and it is normal for them to play alone/parallel play. Suma also said that if my daughter doesn't nap we'd have to pick her up, I said that wasn't option because I had to work she responded by saying "well, then you have to make a choice on what's more important to you". When I went to pick up my daughter that day, the teachers confessed that Suma "only watched my daughter play for 2 minutes and ran with it" they were deeply apologetic and told me Suma was wrong. As I was leaving, I saw Suma eavesdropping on our conversation. She clearly runs they place as a dictatorship and labels children without any backing. Even though I had the paid the month in full, I dissnerolled my daughter from this school and placed her in Prodigy. I could not be any happier with my choice! All I can say is RUN! There are much better schools out there that will allow children to be children and treat you and your family with the respect and patience you deserve.

The Parmer Children's Montessori Academy discriminate against kids with multiple food allergies…read moreconditions. They named themselves as nut- free facility, but they don't accept enrollment of children with multiple food allergies. I enrolled my son to Parmer Children's Montessori Pre-School, and after two meetings with the daycare center including an email explaining his allergies issue (he is allergic to egg, milk, lentils, tomato, kiwi, and strawberry) they told only on his first day at the daycare that they can't accept him in there due his allergies issue. Mrs. Jodi specifically said my son's condition would create high liability for them and investors wouldn't like that! After this event happened to me, I checked on the DFPS site another complaint that a child was left unsupervised in the bathroom for approximately 2 hours. I wonder how was that even possible and what irresponsibility. Here is the website: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Care/Search_Texas_Child_Care/CCLNET/Source/Provider/ppComplianceHistory.aspx?fid=737009&tab=2 I do not recommend this daycare at all and I appreciate other parents to read this review and really consider not enrolling their child in a place that ignores ADA and its anti-discrimination protection and left children unattended for long periods of time.

Does your child's teacher let you know at pick up time if your child has been moody, constipated,…read moreisn't eating something out of their lunchbox, or has noticed their attitude change when they eat too much starch or sugar? Is your four year old reading, writing, doing basic geometry, naming the continents and oceans, and counting in 3 different languages? I am absolutely not embellishing, my daughter is doing these things. International Montessori House of Children is exceptional in every way. Each child is treated with one-on-one attention, by teachers who truly care. I gave them a wild toddler, they send me back a thoughtful, bright child. This is the best place to begin investing in my daughter's education. Highly recommended!

We had our daughter in this school for almost a year, it was her first experience at a daycare and…read morewe were nervous, but our daughter was the happiest when attending IMSI. All the staff is very loving and nurturing, creating an environment where she felt safe, loved and cared for. We recently had to change schools because of our commuting times, but it is with heavy hearts we say bye and thank you to IMSI! You are amazing! Gracias!!!

Miss Elizabeth has been wonderful with my son, Anthony. He is only 2 years old and has learned so…read moremany new words and skills in her classroom. She is patient, caring, and truly dedicated to helping the children learn and grow. We are so grateful for the positive impact she has had

Our family couldn't be happier with our experience at this school. From the very first day, we've…read morefelt welcomed, supported, and valued it truly feels like a community that cares deeply about every child and family. Each morning starts off on the right foot thanks to Miss Lorraine, who always greets us with kindness and a smile. Miss Teresa and Miss Donna and the administrative team deserve so much credit for everything they do behind the scenes (and often right in front of us, too!). They're always approachable, professional, and eager to help. You can tell they truly love what they do their communication is clear, their leadership is steady, and they treat every family like part of one big extended family. They go above and beyond to keep everything running so beautifully. And of course, we have to give special thanks to Miss Elizabeth, who is an incredible teacher. She creates a classroom that's both structured and full of joy, where every student feels seen and supported. One of the things that stands out most about this school is the sense of stability and consistency there's very little turnover, which says so much about how well the staff are treated and how much they love being here. We're truly grateful to be part of such a positive community. This school is a special place one that not only helps children learn and grow, but also makes families feel supported every step of the way.

I'm so glad my LO was able to attend here. The teachers really care, my LO is safe, and it feels…read morelike a family. I get so many art projects (treasures!) each week. They have a curriculum and are always teaching the kids responsibilities. Even in the short while my LO has attended, he has learned so much! Thank you, NAMS!

We had a great experience at NAMS, our 2 year old son was there for most of 2021, and I wish it…read morecould've been longer! He grew so much in that time, and even with the difficulties of COVID it make me so happy to see him participating and learning. Miss Laurie is just awesome, my LO still asks for her, she really helped him adjust to going to school and gave him all the extra support he needed. It was clear he was well cared for there, and I really appreciated their COVID safety... while most friends and coworkers have had regular closures of their daycare or preschool because of COVID we did not have a single case or closure while we were at NAMS. I loved all the art he brought home and all the different activities he did. It was clear he was learning and having fun. Definitely recommend, you can feel comfortable having your child here.

My oldest son started at CUMC in 2022 - he attended for two years prior to Kindergarten, and loved…read morehis experience here! Attending this wonderful school made transitioning to Kindergarten much easier! Now, my younger son is in his second year at CUMC and loves it so much. The teachers are all experienced and caring - the class sizes are small, giving each child the chance to grow and develop. Teachers send weekly emails to let parents know the weekly curriculum, there are after-school activities, and much more! Jan Glosser, the school's director is engaged in daily life at school and fosters a wonderful and caring community. I've met all of the staff and can personally attest to their care for the students.

Over the past few years, we have tried a few preschools in the neighborhood and while they are all…read moregreat in their own ways, Covenant UMC Preschool takes the cake for it's excellent staff (many are previous school teachers), wonderful facilities (with an awesome playground), and a thoughtful curriculum for the kiddos. I've had kids at every grade level at this school and each teacher has been wonderful and engaging. The director, Jan Glosser, is so welcoming, warm, kind and knows each family personally which makes you feel right at home. We love it!

I have 2 grandkids at this school and I think they are fabulous! It is a loving and caring…read moreenvironment and the children are happy there. The grounds are large and the children have a lot of room to play and simply be children. The teachers are loving and kind and speak Spanish which is wonderful and the children are learning more of it everyday. This is a great place to let kids be kids.

We absolutely loved Wholesome Generation for our pre-schooler. The teachers were kind and…read morecourteous. The director is loving and nurturing. Our child's gross motor skills excelled while at Wholesome. The play learning and lots of outside time gave my child opportunities they wouldn't have had at other preschools/daycare centers to use their body and discover nature in a whole new way. Additionally, I really appreciated not having to prepare lunches and snacks for my child and that there was zero screen time while at school. At times, the school's ideas were so large and grand they were hard to capture, coming across as unorganized. The love and energy put into the school made up for that aspect. We moved on to (public) kindergarten for a more traditional academic education. I'd give Wholesome 4.5 stars if possible. No where is perfect but love and kindness goes a long way when raising children and making the best decision for them. In summary, we loved Wholesome Generation and would highly recommend it overall.

Shaking my head on why we even started here after hearing other parents' nightmares and having to…read moreswitch schools. We were desperate so we gave it a try. Had to pull out our kiddo after seeing safety issues. Also there is so much turnover with teachers. My kiddo was always telling me of a new person teaching that the admins never told us about. Lack of communication and when I asked the admins questions, they snapped at me and got defensive. Then I looked at the licensing reports after one parent pulled out her infant for big safety concerns (documented in a high violation). Small school and so many teachers have left. In 2024 so far many violations including untrained teachers. We are thriving at our new school and it's cheaper, staff is nicer (communicates at least without snapping) and is a safer place for our little one. Also located right under a 5 G tower (see the other review - it's unsafe for that reason too).Here is the mess I found from licensing. I was shocked to read the reports. https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1113756

If your child is neurotypical, you'll PROBABLY be "ok" with your FSCS experience. That said, if…read moreyour child is NOT neurotypical your mileage may vary. Our child was diagnosed with ASD and ADHD after leaving FSCS. That said, FSCS never suggested that his behaviors might be due to some sort of developmental delays or neurodivergence. For the cost, I'd think/hope/expect that they would have someone on staff that would be able to help parents identify these types of "issues" early on but it was never suggested that his "behavior issues" might be something to take a longer look at. It was never part of ANY conversation that he/we might benefit from an evaluation for ANYTHING. We were just told (REGULARLY (almost daily)) about behavior issues. So, if you're into paying a premium to be shamed as a caregiver or being made to feel like a less than amazing parent, I encourage you to send your loved one(s) to FSCS.