One of the teachers allowed another child to report to me about my son's behavior during dismissal…read more She watched and nodded along as the child reported. This is extremely unprofessional. A teacher had a man that DOES NOT work at the school sitting in the school with her watching her work during after care hours. I did not know who this man was and I am sure he did not pass the necessary background check required for educators. That same teacher was vacuuming in one room while the children were alone in another room. My son was 3 or 4 years old at the time and the other students were young as well. If there had been a problem would she have been able to hear the emergency? The leader is rude to parents and students. In addition, for many years she has not had a proper board of directors. The board consisted of the founder and two of her relatives. This is a huge conflict of interest reflected in the schools inability to grow and adapt to relevant educational research. The Beddow School is supposed to be a non-profit. However, the school clearly ran in the best interest of the founder as opposed to the organization. Beddow operates like a for-profit business that mostly just benefits the founder. For example, the founder benefits by cutting costs and making staff that should be watching children clean instead. My son was left in a classroom with other students alone. Definitely, not what I signed up for. I am sad that I enrolled my child at this school. The first red flag for me is that the school is not named after someone who is a great educator. It is named after the founder, a shriveling woman that is alive and well. I am a teacher. It is not a career path for people that are self absorbed. Teaching requires a level of humility that puts students in the spotlight, which is why most schools are named for a mission or a person that has already proven themselves (like Mary McLeod Bethune or Maria Montessori). The first sign that the school operates in the interest of the founder is the school's name!

This is a wonderful school! The HOS is very caring and she puts the children first! The…read moreMontessori environment cultivates individualism and promotes a child's development and respect for other people. My kids loved this school an my granddaughter loves it!

I'm actually being generous giving this center 1 Star. Here is my experience…read more My son has autism, I wanted to look into moving him from an in home daycare to a center. After bringing him in for a day visit I was told no thank you, "we will pass" when picking him up (this was by the center director) that they already had a "problem child". I'm assuming the center director wasn't aware that you can't refuse to provide care for children with special needs. It's actually against the law.

My children have been a part of World of Fun Child Care Center for 4 years. My son stayed until he…read morewas starting kindergarten. My daughter is still in attendance. The teachers have been very attentive to my children and their needs. The director, Ms. Linette has always been willing to be available if I needed her. I've always been greeted with a smile when entering the business, even during the stressful times of covid when we could not go past the front lobby area. I just want to thank all of the staff for everything they do! Much appreciated!

Early Years is actually an early learning center, not just a daycare. Ms. Youngs and her staff…read moreprepare my child for school. He started school already knowing his alphabet, counting 1-100, and reading. I cannot give this center enough praises.

I wrote this review for the Company that owns and runs this school, but my opinion is still the…read moresame. ****** My child attends the Alexandria (Old Town) campus. I cannot express how much I like this school. Montessori preschool is an adjustment for anyone coming from a regular play based preschool or daycare, but there is a method (and no madness). I am impressed with the scope of what my kid is learning and impressed with how the teachers have cultivated a sense of leadership in her. It's just an all around great place and I heartily recommend it for any parent looking for daycare in Old Town Alexandria. Unlike many of the schools in the area, this school allows for Space Sharing (MWF/TH), which is great if you are slowing planning on returning to work full time or work part time.

Attending this school has definitely had a positive impact on my kids, and the parent experience…read morehas been good too. I'd recommend NES to anyone looking for a preschool.

If you are looking for a professional, friendly and affordable place to bring your child, Chris'…read moreLearning Center checks all of those boxes. As a parent of three young children, I was in need of a childcare provider with the feel of family but the structure of a facility. Not only was I impressed with the way the staff handled my children, but also the things my children learned throughout the day. Curriculum is extremely important, but so are organization and cleanliness, and I have to say that I am very pleased with everything. Thank you for being a place I trust my babies at!!!

To Mrs. Chris 26 April 2020…read more Chris Learning Center is a wonderful place for your child/children. When my granddaughter began attending there at the age of four, she had some educational delays. She was enrolled in September 2019 and the table has turned tremendously. She started learning everything a four-year old should know and more. At Chris, each age group has their own teacher(s) and play area. This is something I really love and appreciate. They also teach the children sign language and Spanish at no extra cost. The children learn something new each day, and they have homework and progress reports during the year. We could not ask for anything more. The owner is very loving yet very stern. I appreciate that as well. Her staff is top notch and I would highly recommend them to anyone needing exceptional childcare, even infants. For a working parent and Grandparent, it is a good feeling to have a piece of mind and is put at ease knowing that your child is well taken care of. To help with this, you must sign your child in and out electronically, not on a paper. This gives parent's added security and a sense of added safety, also the doors stay looked. I used to think they were a little pricey however; you get what you pay for. Chris Learning Center is more than a 'Day Care'; it is a place where children are given the opportunity to learn and grow to their fullest potential. I'm sure that I missed something however; all I will say is that I would not trade them for any other place for child care. Thank you for all that you do, and we appreciate you and your staff. Sincerely, JoAnn

We love Bright Minds Preschool. Our daughter likes all her teachers. They're very patient and…read morereceptive. We enjoy the field trips and family events they host throughout the year.

We love Bright Minds Preschool! Our 3 year old daughter started attending in July this year and…read morewe've been so impressed by how much she's already learned in just a few months. The teachers made sure it was a welcoming environment where she was able to make new friends quickly. There are art projects and activities every day in addition to open playtime. In the summer there were pool sessions and in the fall they often visit local parks and libraries! There's also an app that keeps every parent up to date on daily routines with photos and descriptions of what the kids had for lunch! It's my new favorite app! Truly a perfect environment for toddlers and we could not be happier we chose this school. Thank you BMPS team!

Our family was part of this school for two years, and in the beginning we truly felt at home. The…read moreteachers cared, our children were happy, and it felt like a community. Things changed after new leadership came in. The atmosphere shifted, communication became strained, and we started to feel pushed out. At one point our child's personal information was shared, which crossed a line for us. This used to be a warm and welcoming place that valued different backgrounds and perspectives. Sadly, that sense of inclusion is gone. I hope one day it becomes that kind of space again, but right now I wouldn't recommend it to families looking for a safe or supportive environment.

Outside, nature and play-based education - so the kids are having fun and don't even realize…read morethey're learning. My 5yo and 3yo are both thriving. It's a great community for children (and their parents too, let's be honest), and we are so glad every day that we found this hidden gem of a preschool.

We joined midway through the school year in the 2's class (which meets two mornings a week), and…read moreour daughter immediately felt right at home. It's such a wonderful school and a truly special community. As a cooperative preschool, parents help out in the classroom 1-2 times a month--and that's one of the things that makes it so unique and rewarding. Everyone gets to know each other's kids so well, and there's such a genuine sense of connection and support among the families. The teachers are absolutely fantastic--so kind, warm, and engaged--and the outdoor space is incredible. There are so many areas for the kids to explore, climb, dig, and play. It's the kind of place where childhood really feels like childhood. We love the balance of unstructured play and thoughtful, low-pressure structured activities. Our daughter looked forward to every single school day, and we always felt confident she was safe, happy, and learning through play. We can't recommend Ft. Hunt Preschool enough!

The 2s class at this school was my child's first school/care experience outside of our home, and I…read morecouldn't imagine a better place for her to go. You can tell that the staff here truly care for your child. This school really prioritizes nature, and there is a natural, wooded playground (not just a bunch of cement and plastic like so many playgrounds), rain barrels so the kids can play with water, a huge sand pit with a canopy, tree stumps and rocks, an outdoor kitchen. It creates an environment that is reminiscent of generations past, when children would run outside into nature and play freely. The parents and relationships you have the opportunity to form here are also wonderful. What could have been just a preschool has turned into a community for us.