We love Countryside! The program includes a lot of fun, age-appropriate activities and the director…read moreis extremely responsive and really a wonderful teacher and person. Our child was on the old side for her grade and they were able to adapt to try to meet some of her interests and needs even though they weren't always in line with the rest of the class. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Absolutely an amazing early learning preschool. The teachers and director are absolutely amazing…read more Kids are allowed to be kids and learn in a fun atmosphere. We are so thankful we received the opportunity to have our son attend preschool there.

This review is for the preschool program. We sent our child there for one year and were pretty…read moredisappointed. The teachers were kind and well-intentioned but there is a definitely "daycare" feel to the place. The director was condescending at times and not really interested in our child as an individual or challenging her to grow in any way - it was pretty much one-size-fits-all. Similarly, if you send the child the whole day, there is no way to opt out of a nap (even if your child gave up napping long ago and the nap will keep them up until 11 pm...), and the food choices are not the healthiest. I don't think many of the teachers are actually certified teachers which says a lot about how the "school" views their role. There are much better programs in Columbia so we are happy we moved on and found someplace else!

Garden Gate holds a special place in my heart. This preschool took my reserved little boy in with…read moreopen arms helping both him (and his parents!) during the difficult transition of letting him go off on his own. He now comes home humming the songs and retelling the stories he's learned in story time; he insists that "toe-food" (tofu) is ok, but the bread he helped make tastes much better! When I come to pick him up I find myself lingering because it's tranquil even with little ones running around pretending to be pirates or chasing fairies. What I mean to say is that this pre school has both nurtured my little one and our family as we grow together, and I am grateful.

We have been so happy with your years at Garden Gate- a place for kids to be kids. Play-based,…read morenutritious, thoughtful food. Fun in the sun, rain, snow, and puddles! A really wholistic approach to preschool.

The Academy of Early Childhood Learning is a great daycare! The teachers work with their students,…read moreas if was their own child!! If the child has special diets, the cooks do take special attention, to accommodate to that childs needs! I would recommend this daycare for a good start!!

The Academy is truly an amazing place for children. The Head Teachers are of the highest quality…read moreand the retention of the Head Teachers is hands-down above and beyond my expectations in this industry. The children are loved, cared for, and valued. The facilities are beautiful with the East location being located on acres of parkscape. I highly recommend both locations and know you will be pleased with your experience.

The administration and staff were friendly and helpful. While looking for the right preschool I…read morecalled and visited several different facilities. CMS set aside time to take me on a tour and answer all my questions. After I decided to enroll my child they facilitated an observation with me and my child to spend time in each of the three preschool rooms which allowed me to decide which room to place my child in. They even let us come back and spend the morning with the class to help with the transition. They always made time for us and my child is happy and in the right environment. Everyone from the administration to the teachers helped us while making the big decision on choice of education and care. Three months later and we couldn't be happier. It's an amazing community of parents, children and educators dedicated to success of the children and their implementation of the Montessori philosophy.

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