My daughter went to the Children's Center for 3 years (ages 3-5), and we had a wonderful experience…read morethere. Many of the teachers have been working at the center for years, and the director, Ginny Simoneau, is wonderful. Everyone there truly cares about children, and they understand kids and how to help them develop and learn. My daughter had separation issues and can be, well, a bit difficult at times...her teachers handled everything with patience and grace. They always had a kind word for me, and I found them very encouraging and positive. The center also is more flexible about their schedule than many preschools/daycares. I used the center as a preschool, but many working parents had their children stay on in the afternoons. You can pick which days you want your child to attend, which was perfect for me since I was working in the office part of the time and at home part of the time. And it always smells like cookies or cinnamon French toast when you walk inside in the morning! It doesn't get any better than that.

All three of our children go here...and I agree that they do a fantastic job! The teachers are very…read moreinteractive and take the time to know the children. If you live close I would recommend Children's Center Walkersville.

I love Bluebell. My son loved everyone there and if he could have stayed instead of going to…read morekindergarten he would have. I hope they bring there summer program back because I will definitely send my son back!!

This Academy/Pre-School has one of the best curriculums I've ever seen. I was always intrigued by…read morethe montessorie approach to learning, but was hesitant because it lacked the real world aspect. However, BELA combines both the montessorie approach with the traditional approach (best of both worlds). They have some of the most dedicated teachers (who are all certified). And in addition to that, the school sits in a 54 acre campus, so the kids get to hike and do all of the outdoorsy stuff. This pre-school is aimed at those who want the best for their kids without breaking the pocket. The prices are very competitive and the kids get the ultimate experience. I can't wait until my little one is old enough to attend.

We love Taney Ave Kindercare! They love and care for my daughter as if she were their own! Great…read morestaff and I'm constantly impressed with what my daughter has learned- even in the tots and two year old classrooms! So excited to bring our second child here soon too!

Sending our first child to a daycare was definitely an anxiety-ridden experience. When we toured…read moreKindercare, everyone was so kind and knowledgeable. After touring at least 8 other daycares, we chose to go with Taney Ave. The location was perfect for us and the cost even better. Let me start by saying that Kindercare on Taney Avenue has been one of the best places for us and for our son. Every single teacher knows our name, and always greets us with a smile. When we drop our son off and he decides to have a tantrum, they immediately know what to do to make sure he is smiling within 30 seconds. We are kept up-to-date on his experience during the day and even get to see pictures of his activities. When we were having trouble transitioning him over from purees to solid foods, Kindercare helped us make the transition so much easier. He gets outside time and loves playing with the other children. He loves his teachers too! For a kid who is going through stranger danger phase, I've never seen him run to anyone like he does Ms. Vicky and Ms. Eva (besides our family). In situations where there is a problem (sickness, emergency, etc) Kindercare immediately informs us, even if he fell over and scraped his knee. We are always the first to know within less than a half hour of the situation. They keep us updated through phone call, email, and their app. If they are concerned at any time for his health, they are very straightforward about the situation. I have to say I appreciate that considering how much more experience they have than I do. I am grateful for every teacher and director at Kindercare on Taney Avenue and we will be so glad to see our son grow with them. Thank you all for making this a wonderful experience.

As a grandparent picking up my grandson there I would say the teaching staff was always lovely. I…read morewill also say to their detriment is that La Petite is concerned about their money first and foremost . My daughter gave a full time tuition. They made her sign a paper stating when the child would be dropped off/ picked up even though her work schedule was variable weekly ... and they knew that. If she arrived later than the time they made her state then they wouldn't allowy grandson to attend that day.,. Even though they received full time tuition. I quickly leadned that they did that to observe only necessary teacher - student ratios to pay the least hourly teacher wages possible. Also, many times at the end of the day, your child would be in another classroom because they had already sent your child's classroom teacher home and put them with another teacher until uou arrived .... Also to save them money. Management seems nice but is not transparent at ALL. Be wary. Get what you pay for and be sure to ask about full time tuition and open hours . Bonus : They also like to send kids home for any health reason they can imagine.

It is difficult as a parent to drop your child off and go to work. I'm sure many of us would love…read moreto stay at home. I can honestly say that I am beyond grateful for the family we have found at La Petite. The staff and teachers care. They love my daughter, they nurture her, they are shaping her to be a wonderful human during some of the most important developmental years of her life. It brings me joy to know that when she's not with me I can rest assured that she is still being loved and cared for by people who want to see her be happy and succeed in life. This place is an extension of home. I will be forever in their debt for helping me raise such a great kid.

The YMCA is the only place I know that cancels swimming when it thunderstorms and it's beyond…read moreridiculous. What's the point of paying for swim lesson if they keep canceling class and they only allow you to make up one class between sessions. The staff in the reception area can't tell you if there will be make up classes. The coach who teaches the class can't confirm. They all direct you to the swim director. There should be some better communication there.

I'm a senior whose been a member here for years but in recent weeks have been confronted with…read moreaggressive and unkind staff at the front desk questioning my membership despite being up-to date with my payments and never behind. I am ending my membership as I fear entry into this facility. It is sad and unfathomable that the YMCA appears unable to hire staff with simple customer service skills. I have been intimidated into quitting. It's not worth the stress.

I saw this woman and the children unfortunate enough to be with her at an event at ac Moore craft…read morestore today. The woman was terribly rude to other patrons, and the kids were basically watching each other. At least 7 of them went to the bathroom while she waited in line. A bad example and I would never want my kids in her care.

From the owner: Grandma's Place Child Care Center provides Drop ins, Reading Classes, Writing Classes, Pre-School…read moreClass, Free Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with 3 snacks and Tutorial Classes to the Frederick, MD area.

We had a couple years of positive experiences but something has changed dramatically recently. I…read morecould detail my many minor frustrations with the lack of communication and what seems to be intentional deceit with moving students between classes without notifying parents, but I feel the two major incidents that caused us to leave will speak for themselves: In the last week and a half my daughter was first directly given a known allergen by a staff member, causing an ER visit and extremely stressful day for my whole family. To be clear, this was not an accidental exposure - she was handed a cup of milk despite having a well-documented allergy to milk. Yesterday, my daughter was sent home with dried feces caked on the back of her shirt from a BM that occurred at 10 AM. She was walking around all day with a significant amount of feces on her. Based on the fingerprints and smudges she was touching it frequently, so it is fair to assume that everything she touched and even the other children she interacted with were exposed to the potential bacteria and illnesses known to be in feces. When I called to address both issues their response essentially amounted to 'mistakes happen.' Obviously this was extremely upsetting given these two incidents so close together, which clearly indicates a larger issue. After a tense but professional phone call with the owner I was told my daughter was no longer allowed to attend, effective immediately. Luckily we were already making plans since we didn't feel she was safe there anyway, but I was still appalled that rather than bear responsibility they chose to dismiss it. I am truly fearful for every student in that center. I don't know what it is happening but there is a clear lack of appropriate management and it is putting kids' well being at risk.

I can't say enough about how wonderful The Learning Bee and its staff have been for us as parents…read moreand for our daughter. She started there at three months and is almost two years old now. Every day, she surprises us with how much she's learned: letters, words (English, Spanish, and sign language), colors, animals- and she genuinely enjoys it. Sometimes, I have to work to entice her to leave! As two working parents with often opposing schedules, the on site chef is a major convenience as it leaves one less thing for us to worry about. The staff is warm, patient, kind, fun, and engage the kids in a variety of activities to keep them learning and having fun. They readily chat with me about her day and answer any questions I may have. I get daily reports about what she's learning, eating, dsiaper changes and potty training, naps, and loads of fun pictures! She's not always an angel and they apply patience, thoughtful boundaries, and kindness in helping her learn the appropriate behaviors. I had to chime in and improve the rating as one person had a different experience eight years ago and gave one star, but we truly value this business and wanted to share our experience.

I LOVE this place. I LOVE the staff, the environment, overall it's a great place for your kid(s)…read more There's so much to say I don't know how I will get it all out. Let's start from the top, administration. Lauren and Laura are WONDERFUL. If there's any issues, concerns, or you just want to give feedback, they are open to it. Communication is great, via HiMama, phone calls, or emails. The staff, I love them. My twins are there and throughout their growth and transition to different classes, it has been a great experience. Ms. Megan, Ms. Morgan, Ms. Stephanie, Ms. Marissa, Ms. Katie, Ms. Beth, Mr. Troy are just to name a few (please charge it to my head not my heart those I didn't mention). When I say the staff at Celebree Spring Ridge care, I mean it. As parents you want your children in a safe, healthy learning environment. Celebree Spring Ridge is the place. From infants to school-age, they're the best in my opinion. If you're considering enrolling your kid(s), attend the open house, go visit the location, you'll sign up! With any daycare, cost is a major factor. It's worth the money AND there is assistance for those that are interested (check with them for more details). I wholeheartedly stand by my review. Good luck in your daycare search, put Celebree Spring Ridge on your list of places to check out!

Love Celebree! They provide such phenomenal education and nurturing care for all children!!read more

Finding the right childcare as a first time parent is a daunting task, but we couldn't have been…read morehappier at Little Owlets. So much that my child spent 4 great years at Owlets and we all cried a bit when we moved out of state and had to leave. I can't say enough about the warm, family-like environment. Teachers and classmates became a second family for my child, and families were really encouraged to get to know each other through events and gatherings. It felt like Owlets was a support system even outside of school hours. We loved the balance between structure and free play and really felt like Little Owlets prepared my daughter very well socially and knowledge-wise for kindergarten - the transition to elementary school was a breeze. My child LOVED the Montessori-inspired activity time and still talks about it. And there were so many creative and fun activities - cooking, yoga....We loved that outdoor time was emphasized in all but the worst weather and the kids got in quality outside play and exercise time. Oh, and the food was so good - I found myself envious of my child's lunches.

Where do I start? First of all, what I love about this…read morechildcare is the setting: it's on the main floor (not in the basement) with lots of windows and glass doors. That was the first thing on my list when I was searching for a childcare for my son. CHECK! I personally observed the providers and how they take care of my child and other children. Happy to put another CHECK right here! Aliya and Lola are very patient and nurturing. They have plenty of teaching materials and incorporate lessons into play every day. The 'Little Owlets" is my number one choice in the area! Oh, almost forgot - the food is all homemade and very delicious! I asked to try :)