Both of my kids have gone to ACS and they absolutely love it there. The teachers are so welcoming…read moreand kind. Couldn't ask for a better place to send my young children.

Our son started at ACS this fall and we couldn't be more thrilled. The teachers are pleasant,…read moreprofessional, loving and mature. They provide constructive feedback on progress, strengths and weaknesses, and areas of improvement. They work with us to ensure consistency between home and school. I love how the teachers rotate activities and the dramatic play areas throughout the month to match holidays, seasons, etc. Our son is still talking about the play teepee and Thanksgiving-themed dress up. Most of all, we appreciate how the teachers work with the kids' energy and direct them towards the activities that suit their personality and learning style best, rather than stifling it. As well as ensuring sufficient outside play time for the kids. Our only complaint is that we did not make the switch to ACS sooner.

A terrible school. The teachers are terrible for the most part, the school administration is…read moreterrible, and this school district in general is terrible. It is a stain on the community it is in. I had the misfortune of going here while growing up, and as someone with high functioning autism, I was forced into the special ed program even though I very much shouldn't have been and didn't belong there. I was seperated from my friends and treated like I was too stupid to learn anything, and so I didn't, other than the things I taught myself. I am not a stupid person and I am not a bad learner, I just had bad teachers, and trust me, this whole school, and especially its special ed program, have no shortage of bad teachers. They do nothing to stop bullying, either. They say they have a zero tolerance policy for bullying. What they mean is they have a zero tolerance policy for those who get bullied. They do nothing to punish bullies, ever, not even once, but whenever I'd stand up for myself, despite being told to do so by teachers, I'd get in trouble. The teachers would also join in on the bullying. I am gay, and while I wasn't open about it when I was that young I definitely knew it and it was pretty obvious. So the bullying was relentless. This is not a safe place to be for anyone who isn't completely conformist in every way, be it due to being queer, or being autistic. This school doesn't nurture individuals or individuality, it doesn't recognize student's talents, it crushes them. I was and still am an artist, and teachers would always try to stop me from doing art whenever they could, try to spin it like my art was inappropriate. It wasn't inappropriate art, in fact a lot of my art had major historical themes, which you think would be educational. But I was only ever punished for engaging in my talents and passions. This school was the first step on the long road to having lots of trouble going through school, and I struggled all the way until I had to drop out, and eventually get my GED. That wasn't entirely because of this school, but it didn't help and I had to swtich schools after 6th grade. From what I've heard from other students, their experience wasn't much better. If you live in Pepperell, I recommend you homeschool your kids, or send them to a charter school, neither of which I would usually recommend. But our school system is terrible and by far the biggest embarassment to our community. I will never recommend raising children here to anyone. I'm glad I don't plan to, because other than the terrible schools, Pepperell is a great place to live.

I am beyond grateful for Applewild Deven. We just graduated our 3rd boy from Pre-K and are…read moreheartbroken to leave. To be able to wholeheartedly trust the folks at AW to care, educate and nurture my boys while I'm at work is such a gift. The teachers and directors are such loving, smart, helpful and fun people and it's felt like a little family the last few years. The friendships my boys have built here have been beautiful to watch. The teachers bring the kids outside in all weather and all the adventures and play become an opportunity to learn, build, grow and spark curiosity. I cannot say enough good things- we are beyond grateful for this wonderful place and amazing people!

I WAS very very excited about this school- it seemed to have the perfect balance of structure and…read moreplay; outside and inside; natural materials for play; kind and calm teachers etc. BUT we were completely BLINDSIDED when they gave us a 2-week notice and kicked our little 5 year old boy out of school! Granted, we did have two virtual meetings to talk about his behavior- he was having potty talk, throwing toys sometimes and blowing raspberries/ making fart sounds with his friends (which the teachers said he was spitting on kids!!). When we met, I offered them suggestions about what works at home when he is giving us trouble but mid-sentence I was interrupted and persuaded time and time again that he needs an evaluation. I am sorry Applewild, five year old boys are just like that sometimes. I am very disappointed and heartbroken over their course of action. The director seems to be heartless. The teacher was so timid she didn't stick up for our son. The assistant teacher's main objective was making sure we got him evaluated. Which, we are right now...and he's doing great (he is above average!). They are not finding ANYTHING wrong. During his evaluation, the specialist told me that this is not the first time THIS YEAR that Applewild has kicked out children! Mid year- March! So now we are left scrambling for a new school, my son has anxiety about starting a new school, we have to get evaluations done just to prove Applewild wrong...so much stress! In conclusion, if you have a daughter, she will love this school. I would have loved it. If you have a child that needs firm rules and can get excited around other children, then Applewild will probably find your child to be "behavioral." I am deeply, deeply saddened by Applewild's approach. I have never in my life written a Yelp review- I am a very understanding person. This experience has rattled me to my core though. Something has to change with this school and they certainly should never try to persuade parents that something is wrong with their child. Shame on you, Applewild.

We love The Kids League. my two children have been at kids league for two years, and do a week of…read moretheir Summer camp. My kids come home happy. Their adult professional staff and thoughtful activities engage the kids, and make them feel welcome everyday. After being at another after school for a few years, the difference in the approach Kids league takes is refreshing.

The Kids' League was the first after school and summer program my boys attended in Westford…read more They've been a part of these programs for over 3 years and still look forward to them. (They haven't changed since!) As a parent, I am so grateful for the committed, enthusiastic, and respectful staff. They offer creative programs to keep my boys both mentally and physically enriched.

Our two children had a wonderful experience at CCG. Faculty was warm and caring. The school day…read moreis inquiry based, creative, and student-centered. Overall the school environment has a genuine warmth and community feel. We couldn't have asked for a better preschool experience for our children from ages 2-5 y/o.

I would not recommend CCG to anyone after what my family and child were put through. The…read moreadministration is horrible and the board members are inexperienced and dysfunctional. I fell in love with the beautiful classrooms and the educational philosophy. But the reality is that the administration makes it a miserable environment for teachers and parents, and therefor children as well. I had prepared my child mentally for attending CCG for over a year during the pandemic, and we were the schools biggest fans. If someone had told me somethin negative about the school, I would not have listened and would want to believe that it was a wonderful place. A place cannot be good for children if it treats children with disregard and families are met with hostility. There's nothing I can do to take back the immense stress that was caused to my family and child. Please look elsewhere, save your family the stress. I too read a bad review, but wanted to believe it was just one disgruntled person. It is not worth putting your child in the hands of an act. Go to the Groton Community School instead, or a small intimate daycare in a neighboring town, or get a nanny. Anything else but CCG.