We have been sending our kids to Little School on the Hill for the last 5 years and we have…read morecherished our time there for sooo many reasons. This is a nature-focused program with Montessori and Reggio Emilia influences as well. One of our favorite things about Little School is how the children truly learn to problem-solve and communicate with their peers. Our kiddos have brought their learnings home to us so that we can also hone our communication skills as a family. Little School is a special place and we feel lucky that our kids have had their first years of learning outside of the home with Mrs. Jen and Mrs. Barbie :)

One of the biggest hidden gems among NW Pre-Schools. Ms. Jenn and Co. provide Littles with lots of…read moreloving care, structure, nature play, and they learn a TON. Ms. Jenn is truly passionate about children. We love Little School!

As a parent, nothing matters more than your child's safety, and the second I left my tour almost a…read moreyear ago, I knew this was a place where my child would be genuinely cared for. I either toured or had a zoom meeting with 18 different daycares of differ price ranges, and I can honestly say that this was the only school where I immediately felt completely at ease. One of the biggest things that sets this school apart is that they don't simply "watch" children, they teach them. Even in the infant room, they follow a thoughtful learning lesson plan. I found that many daycares seemed to focus primarily on babysitting, but this school is intentional about early childhood education from the very beginning. Every interaction feels purposeful and designed to help children learn, grow, and thrive. The teachers are nothing short of incredible. They truly love their students, are consistently professional, patient, and caring, and it's obvious they take immense pride in what they do. You can see that they are passionate about their students and making parents feel welcome. The warmth they show every child is something special. For example, when I walk my son to class, teachers from other classes and grades say hello to him and know him by name. If I see a member of the staff that I haven't met, they speak and introduce themselves and they typically already know my son! I love this community mentality because it really does take a village. The administrators and teachers also go above and beyond to build relationships with families. They're genuinely kind, personable, and always take the time to connect with parents. It never feels transactional. That level of communication and care has meant so much to our family because I am a person who REALLY likes to be involved and I highly value community. The director, Ms. Ariel deserves special recognition. She is one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet, but beyond that, she is an exceptional leader. She is incredibly organized, respectful, compassionate, and clearly loves every student in the building. She works tirelessly, and it shows. She has created a culture where professionalism, kindness, and genuine love for children are the standard. Her leadership is truly unmatched, and I believe it is the reason this school is as outstanding as it is. Ms. Rhoda who manages the front office is also a welcome presence who greets everyone and takes time to get to know the families well. My child's teachers are phenomenal and I truly believe they care for my kid and he really loves them! I also think it's incredibly telling that so many of the parents I've met have had multiple children attend this school from the infant room all the way until they're ready to start elementary school. That kind of loyalty speaks volumes about the quality of the program and the trust families place in the staff. I feel unbelievably fortunate to have found this school. Choosing childcare is one of the hardest decisions a parent can make, and after looking at so many options, I can confidently say I wouldn't choose anywhere else. I recommend this daycare wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a place where children are not only safe, but truly loved and valued.

I was present at the AEL FUNDAY , July 31, 2026 and was totally in the dark when I saw a group of…read moreadults enter the playground with shirts implying an AEL TO PRISON PIPELINE .... I knew immediately that this was some form of personal offensive being staged ... just as I was about to ask one of the men in the group about the WHY for the shirts... I saw staff and security approaching them ... I felt the manner of their protest was inappropriately offensive and imposing upon myself ( a grandparent) and others who were not there to view a Personal Protest .... For everything there is a manner to appropriately navigate disappointment... L Rich

terrible awful place with terrible awful administration. at least the old principle cared about the…read morekids recently there has been 0 concern for student well being. it's sad how they shape the kids and how they come out of that school.

I heard really high ratings about this place! I was doing a painting gig with others for an open…read morehouse event and the kids were cool! I see a very active sports soccer team in the parking lot. Their campus was gorgeous! Makes me wish I knew about them instead of going to Central High school freshmen year when I was younger! I would have gotten in on full scholarship just based on my top notch city wide scores test where I was like 95-98% then! Oh so proud of the good old beainy days! Lol! Oh I think I heard it was a scholarship or tuition based school. What it takes to qualify I don't know. You gotta do some research! My advice to scholars: straight A's, state standard testing and extracurricular activities and hobbies and travel when young are the way to go! All the best luck to the kids who do go here! I heard like a third of class for accepted to Harvard or an Ivy League! Kuddos to the Brainiacs!!!

Our son has been a student at House at Pooh Corner for a year now and I can say that this is a…read morespecial school. There are many things I like about this school--the love and patience shown by the teachers, the intentional community-building, the inclusive atmosphere--but what really sets it apart to me is thought and care that goes into the design of the educational experience. I am a teacher, and I think a lot about how an educator's vision affects how students learn. My experience has been that many daycare centers either lack any educational vision at all, or else teach a "canned" curriculum devised by an institution outside the school. Not so at Pooh Corner. The educational director works with the teachers to develop a curriculum that is appropriate for THESE SPECIFIC KIDS and reflects their interests. They do special projects based on whatever the kids are excited about--my son's class did a project on shoes, and then another on "gravity" (things going up and falling down). The kids get exposure to lots of different kinds of learning experiences. They have a weekly science class that involves gardening, composting, and bugs. This is not just "experiential" science either--they collect data on their plants (I don't think they call it that, but that's what it is) and compare the ones growing inside and outside! There are options like Spanish class and dance class as well. This is all in the context of lots of free play with a great outdoor playspace, as well as time for physical skills, reading, letters, and numbers. However even the letters and numbers are incorporated thoughtfully into the things that the kids are interested in. The school works as a team with families on big changes like potty training--it made it so easy for us, I think he went from diapers to underpants in two days. They also encourage kids to do as much as possible by themselves, which helps them to be independent.

After a very disappointing experience at another daycare, I can confidently say that House at Pooh…read moreCorner is everything you want and can expect from a daycare. We send our current toddler there, and we plan to send our future infant there as well. (And we plan to have them grow through each class within the center.) The daycare is well staffed and has floating staff, so each room is always equipped with the minimum (often more than) number staff required for each age group. This helps the staff morale, as it seems that no one is over or underworked. The staff is friendly, knowledgable and truly cares about the children and the community. And many staff members have been there for many years (some are former students of Pooh Corner). Notable Pros: -Staff members are ALWAYS "on the floor". They are never sitting in a chair and on cell phones (unfortunately, many other daycares accept this). Staff are actively involved and playing with and teaching the children. -Lesson plans are sent through email weekly. Other emails are sent with pictures of events and other things that the community is involved in. -There is a strong community mentality. Pooh Corner is a welcoming community with many volunteer events, art shows, and social events (at the center and at parents' homes). -Everybody knows everyone else. Because of the movement of staff floaters and the community mentality, everyone knows my wife, my daughter and me, when I walk in (from the director, to the pre-school teachers, to all of my daughter's teachers in the toddler room). This truly makes me feel like my daughter is in safe and caring hands. -Outdoor play everyday (weather permitting). They have a wonderful playground and do things like water play in the summer. -They have a focus on sustainable practices and organic materials. They welcome cloth diapers provide organic sunscreen and bug spray during the spring/summer.

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is a unique community of caring, cooperative, highly educated…read moreand nurturing teachers and faculty. Both of our kids have attended (and one has now graduated from) Philly Waldorf and have received not just a top level education but have also developed a strong sense of self and compassion for others. This school is truly a community: parents, students, teachers, and staff help to create an extended family of creative and thoughtful kids. Our son is now in 9th grade and was both academically and socially prepared to take on the challenge of high school. Waldorf works and this school is an amazing place.

We love our school! My son goes to school happy, comes home fulfilled and educated beyond our…read moreexpectations. I can't wait to see where he goes in this world- thank you philly Waldorf for loving and holding my child. - we've experienced 1st through 7th at this time, and will complete 8th grade next year.

We love BCSYC and cannot recommend them enough. Our older daughter has been there for 2 years and…read moreour younger daughter has been there for 4 months. The teachers are wonderful and the leaders of the school are also great. I love that they value and teach kindness and inclusion. They have been great about communicating during COVID and I feel comfortable with their protocols. Their curriculum is engaging and I love hearing the songs my daughters have learned each week. My older daughter has Spanish as well and even learned to swim over the summer. I feel at ease knowing my kids are happy and well-cared for there.

We absolutely adore the teachers and staff at the Bala Cynwyd School for Young Children. Our kids…read moreare in the preschool and toddler classrooms, and we have been thrilled with the kindness and thoughtfulness of their teachers and administrators. Many of the teachers have been there for decades (a family member went to BCSYC 20 years ago and had three of the same teachers our kids have today). The teaching staff is quite diverse, as are the families. We have been impressed with their approach to COVID safety, including clear and prompt communication with families. The Spanish and music lessons have been a big hit, and our older child loved the swimming lessons last summer. It's an excellent program.

There are multiple reasons why I would not recommend this child care facility. First, during the…read morestart of the pandemic we removed our children from this facility due to the fact that schools were virtual and we no longer needed the coverage. The owner was given ample notice so that a replacement could be found. We were required to pre pay two full months in advance and requested our money back (not a small amount for 2 kids approx $3,700). The owner stated she would not return the money even though no services were provided as we paid months in advance. This was frustrating and we went through the proper channels bringing her to small claims court. We won our case and were awarded the full amount by a judge. The owner has still refused to pay even though she is court ordered to do so. In fact there is a sheriffs sale being held at her property as a result. The owner and business itself are not hurting for money by any means as the owner drives an $80,000 suv. Also we were willing to work with her and be understanding of the pandemic by only requiring half of our money back, she refused leading to the court case. The owner is extremely dishonest and spiteful and utilizes unethical business practices. I would recommend finding another facility so that you will never have to experience a situation like this.

My son has been attending this school since he was 6 months old- He is now five. The staff are…read moregreat, his current teacher is amazingly patient and structured, and they always keep me informed of the tiniest things. He goes on trips, reads daily, practices writing, sings, goes on the computer, and celebrates various holidays with the school. Something to consider- this school has been around for a very long time...decades. Many of the staff are long-term. I've been to other daycare centers, the more expensive, and I've never felt as comfortable as I do with Four Seasons. He's moving on to K in September to Green Woods....and although I'm ecstatic he's going to this wonderful new school, I will miss the staff and kids at Four Seasons terribly.

Established in 2007, Keisha's Kozy Corner Child Development…read morehas been in businesses for 18 years.

Learning My Way Montessori is a small center and my child receives so much one to one time with the…read moreteacher. I love it. PS it's Learning My Way Montessori They have a resource website learning My Way Montessori Resources where you can find a ton of things/ activities to do with the kids at home

From the owner: Develop your child’s motor, social, and mental skills with help from the staff of Learning My Way…read moreMontessori in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. If you are a parent or guardian who wishes to leave your children to a safe facility where they could learn while having fun, this is the best place to be. We are open 24/7 to welcome the following: Infants Toddlers Preschoolers School-Aged