Puddle stompers did phenomenal job with fun and science. They know how to make it accessible to…read morelittle kids and have helped grow my son into a little naturalist.

We showed up to a winter camp session that had been advertised as an outdoor experience, only to…read morefind that the entire morning was indoors. My son cannot tolerate wearing a mask due to hypersensitivities related to being Autistic, and they would not make an exception to their masking rule. We were not allowed in the door, and had to forfeit three days of camp tuition. This is all after I spent hours finding a 1:1 aide we needed to pay out of pocket in order for them to allow him to attend. While I realize I should have double checked about how strict the policy is, there is nowhere else in our life that doesn't make an exception for him and for an outdoor program it didn't even occur to me. I frankly feel angry and sad about the experience, as a welcoming nature camp is exactly the right place for my son. While I understand and support masking as needed, we are three years into the pandemic, and he is triple vaccinated. I hope they improve in their flexibility and if they do I will edit this review happily.

The New Art Center in Newton is a fabulous community resource for art classes for adults, teens and…read morekids. There are also terrific art camps for children and teens throughout the summer and over school vacation weeks. New Art also has free art experiences for the community, including a gallery at 245 Walnut St, Newton and a robust scholarship program.

I am impressed that this more conservative contemporary art gallery was willing to exhibit all…read morekinds of "urban" art!! I went there Friday evening and saw what some of the highly skilled graffiti artists in Boston and New York have been up to lately. Cheers to the board at the New Art Center for approving such a cutting edge and controversial showcase!

I signed up my daughter for the extended day option and called to request a cancellation/refund as…read morewe no longer needed this option. I was informed by Eileen that this would not be possible as beaver does not offer any refunds/adjustments after April 1st. I understand that this policy would be reasonable for enrollment but just wanted to request a partial refund for the extended day program which she stated would be impossible. All the other camps that my daughter is signed up for this summer offered a refund to cancel their extended day options. Beaver has a very strict policy and my daughter and son will not sign up for future summer camps at beaver. There are plenty of other great summer camps in the area that are much more flexible and understanding.

I've been keeping this quiet but i wanted to tell more people. When i was about five we were in the…read morepool playing some sort of red light green light. All the counselors were helping other kids except for me. When we were swimming back i lost my grip of the wall. I didn't know how to tread so i was just in the water. I started breathing in and out, opening my eyes, and swallowing water. I was down there for about 10 seconds before a counselor noticed my DROWNING and helped me up. I never went back to that camp again. (Here's some cute otters)

My son absolutely thrived at Pine Manor last year. He looked forward to going every day and was…read moreexcited to tell me all the activities he did each day. The teachers really worked with him on what he needed and helped him grow. They were warm, kind, and seemed to truly love each child for who they were. We're so lucky to have found them!

Both of my kids went to Pine Manor's CSC for 3 years each and they loved it! The program offers…read morewarm, nurturing and experienced teachers led by an awesome director in an idyllic setting. My kids had such positive experiences there -- I cried when my little guy had his last day ever!

We did a few weeks of the summer camp - the students are fun and kind and the teachers are…read moreenergetic. They are genuinely interested in teaching the students. My child had a great experience at this camp, would come back!

From the owner: Register today for Spring classes and the Robo Club after school program at The Robo Hub!…read more **Use Promo: YELP10 and save 10% off ALL packages! Kids in Grades K-8 will explore, learn, find their passion, make new friends and bond with our amazing instructors at our Spring classes, starting January 6th. Choose from First LEGO® League Teams, Chess Ai, Coding (Scratch, Python), Robotics, Game Development, CD CAD and Manufacturing, Minecraft Engineering and more! Our Robo Club After School program offers "Next Level" after school activities! Kids will safely explore cutting-edge technology and innovate together. Specialty clubs, sports and games, academic support, healthy snacks, and optional classes will round out their day. Enroll now, seats are limited!

Five stars for Kids Corner, three to four for everything else. Lots of new equipment, friendly…read morestaff, lively atmosphere and family-friendly. The building is v v old though.

Came here for the pool. They have shoe booties to cover your dirty shoes before entering the pool…read more There are two pools - one for swim lessons and laps while the smaller pool is for little kiddies and water aerobic classes? Good to see that they offer life jackets, noodles, and other floaties. Staff hand out different colored necklaces to kids depending on their swimming level (red dotted = can't swim, red = can swim a bit but can't go to deep end, yellow = can swim to deep end). Overall ok until I saw a floating bandaid in the deep end and clump of hair on the deck. Family locker room is clean. They have soap if you want to rinse. Need to scan pass in order to enter (turnstyle like paying before entering the mbta train). That's good because other locations, everyone can enter without checking IDs or memberships. Machines can use an update. I didn't use but a family member said they are old.

My little dancer LOVES Creative Steps!!! Season after season she asks to come back…read more Miss Michelle is always taking care of every single detail and she does a great job communicating and even though she has lot of students she manages to know each of them and be sure they are in the proper class! Strongly recommended!!!

Really grateful that they have a camp with a daily program and availability, and they start at 3…read moreyears old! Miss Jess helped my almost-4-year-old feel immediately at ease, and I feel confident that I left her in very competent hands. There was plenty of supervision (2 adults + a CIT) for ~6 kids in the younger age group. I am sure she will be asking to go back!

Best school ever! My son is 5 1/2 yrs old, and has been a student since he was 15 months. I would…read morehighly recommend this school! I am very sad that it's his last year since he will be starting Kindergarten in September, but if you want the best education and an amazing staff of teachers, this is the school!

From the owner: Now enrolling children ages 15 months to 5 years at Newton School for Children in Newton, MA. We…read moreoffer nurturing, play-based programs that support each child's growth and development. Our experienced educators create a warm environment where children engage in age-appropriate activities that promote learning and social skills. Conveniently located at 25 Lenglen Rd, Newton, MA 02458, we provide flexible scheduling options to accommodate your family's needs. Spaces are limited--call (617) 965-3549 or visit our website to schedule a tour and secure your child's spot today.