***DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD HERE**** I don't post things like…read morethis lightly, but I feel a responsibility to share our experience in case it helps another child or family. Chesterbrook Academy - Newtown Square has been the worst childcare experience of my 13 years as a mom. In our experience, the environment was cold, harsh, and deeply unsettling. When children are sad or crying, they are placed in a so-called "cuddle corner" and intentionally ignored--no one is allowed to speak to or comfort them until they stop crying. Teachers follow a strict "no response" approach, meaning kids who are screaming, throwing, or clearly distressed are simply ignored. The level of rudeness, judgment, and lack of warmth from staff has honestly left me bewildered. My child came home crying many days, saying the teachers yelled at them--and I personally witnessed teachers yelling at children right in front of me. Leaving your child in someone else's care is already incredibly hard. You expect compassion, patience, and basic emotional safety. That was not our experience here. I can't speak to other Chesterbrook locations, but Chesterbrook Academy in Newtown Square is one I would strongly urge parents to avoid. If sharing this helps even one child have a safer, more loving experience elsewhere, it's worth it

Oh how quickly this place went downhill after the previous principal left. If your child does not…read moremeet their standards, there are teachers who will verbally judge and criticize your family. Severe lack in communication (no reports for injury, no pickup ID confirmation for non registered adults, etc). Management is struggling, and they cannot keep their teachers around for more than a certain amount of time. Just so sad and disappointed.

We have had such a great experience at the Malvern School! The teachers have been so kind and…read morecaring, and the leadership truly takes pride in their school!

Total scam. I don't have experience with the quality of care here, but this location basically took…read moreour money for a waitlist spot ($150) and we never heard from them again. I literally called them myself every few months on several occasions only to be told that we were "several down" on the waiting list each time. We paid the waitlist fee in August of 2021, and in late 2022, I got an email notification (out of nowhere) that we had been removed from the waitlist. By that time, luckily, we had already enrolled at The Goddard School, but thank God we weren't depending on the Malvern school, and thank God we had somewhere else to put our daughter. I had such a bad experience with them during the initial waitlist process that I'm sure we're better off not enrolling my daughter there anyway, since communication obviously isn't a priority for them. They currently have a sign up that says "Enroll now for Fall", which is laughable. More like "Enroll now and you might hear from us in 2 years, or maybe not at all, but we'll gladly take your money anyway." Do yourself a favor and look elsewhere. The Malvern School location in Malvern had a child abuse lawsuit filed against them, so I don't trust the entire Malvern franchise or any of their locations now, period.

We previously had our son enrolled in another Goddard school, but when we moved to Collegeville,…read morethis location was more convenient. This location is not owned by the same person, and BOY does it show! Everyone we've interacted with has been absolutely wonderful. We were on the waiting list for 8 months, but it was worth the wait. We immediately saw the difference, between the amount of time the kids spend outside or in the gym, (yes, there's a gym with a rock climbing wall!!!), the cleanliness of the class rooms, kitchen, etc... They had a back to school picnic with activities, face painting, a bounce house and water ice truck which gave us the opportunity to meet other parents. My son also LOVES McKenzie, he actually sings her name on the way there in the morning. Also, I'm pretty neurotic, so I appreciate that the teachers send us multiple photos per day. If you get on the wait list, stay on it. It's worth the wait!!

I'm surprised no one has written a review on this place. I feel that I need to warn people of my…read moreexperience. We had my son here for a year and he learned absolutely nothing. With a $600.00 per month tuition, you would expect more. He managed to have 5 different teachers in that time frame and when we asked the teachers "why" they were leaving, some said, "we aren't being paid enough". Really, with a tuition as high as this, where is all this money going? I was appalled at the lack of control they had over the classroom. It looked like a circus when I went to pick him up. I can tell you that there are smaller, more affordable options in the area and my son learned so much more there. I had been warned about Goddard Schools how you're just a number and everyone was so right. Obviously this is not my real name so I can tell you that I am being totally honest with this review. As you can see the response was a typical one from this facility.

Our kids loved Willowdale! They are in kindergarten now but still talk about how much they miss…read moretheir old school.

Top rate teachers and facilities! The class sizes are all small so that each child can receive…read moreadequate attention. The classrooms are spacious and clean. Willowdale is so much different than other centers I've visited or used over the years. I definitely recommend this Center to anyone who asks about local childcares!

Goddard school Newtown square: 1 child in school, started…read moreat 2.5 years old, now 4. Cost is $1,700/month. My child is currently enrolled at the Goddard School in Newtown Square, PA. While the staff and teachers are friendly, for $1,700/month for one child (2+ years old) I don't feel we get the experience that we're paying for. To start, the program is not tailored to the individual child's needs. So, if you believe your child would benefit to go up one class (within reason of course) you're given a nonchalant "we don't do that" response. The school's drop off and pick up procedure is honestly something straight out of hell. To the parents with more than one child - you're saints. The school seems terribly under staffed, which is ridiculous because the building is very small with a large number of kids. On a consistent basis, you will go to your child's classroom to pick them up to find out they're not in their classroom because they were moved to a different room due to staffing. Also, routinely the children do not go outside. During inclement weather is one thing, but too often it's apparent the teachers and other staff find it easier for them if the children don't go outside (I.e., it's too hot or too cold for the teachers). Frequently, teachers don't greet you or are busy on their cell phones rather than paying attention to the children. Additionally, the playground area is very small and limited particularly for a class size of 20 children (that's just my child's class, I don't know the sizes of other classrooms). Frequently the communication from the school lacks professionalism, including proper punctuation and grammar, leaving me to wonder what they are teaching my child. On more than one occasion my child's name has been horribly misspelled on their belongings. On one hand it's no big deal, but given it's a learning environment and they are in a critical period of learning how to read and write, I feel like this should be a given. It is also apparent that the school's owner and administrators are more concerned for what is most convenient for them rather than the school as a whole. Running a school I'm sure is no easy feat. It would be beneficial for Goddard NTS to bring someone in to aid in running the operation more effectively and efficiently. Last, my child has experienced multiple minor incidents where she gets hurt. The school completes their incident report and will notify you. When you get the story from the teacher though we're constantly left with asking "well where was the teacher." Our reason for staying at the Goddard School comes down to other schools' availability (and lack there of). That said, I would like to note while some of the teachers lack enthusiasm even though they teach children under 5, there is still a significant number of teachers who put the children first and are adored by the children. I can't say enough about Ms. Rosetta, Ms. Stephanie, and Ms. Dana. They are fabulous, always very helpful, and attentive. And, although I have my concerns, for the most part I would say my child enjoys going to school (as much as any toddler would). Fun fact: Be cautious of Google reviews about the Goddard School Newtown Square. I posted this on Google but the school won't post it.

Absolutely the best daycare you will ever find. I cannot recommend this school enough. My daughter…read morehas been there since the infant program (starting at 7 months) and at two-years-old, I've seen her progression and development in leaps and bounds. The curriculum is fantastic, the teachers are wonderful and highly credentialed and the owner is fantastic - she gets to know every child and family. My daughter comes home with new skills every day that blow me away (they teach them sign language). It is not just a school, but a second home. There is so much warmth and love and attention there. I couldn't recommend it more. I plan to keep her there through preschool, knowing that it's not only the best education she'll get but the best care.

We currently have two kids at Tenth and look forward to sending our youngest in two years. This…read morepreschool originally appealed to us because we have a full time nanny, but also wanted some social and academic exposure. The progression from 2 to 5 half days has been wonderful and our kids are always eager to attend. It has been great watching the school grow in the past 3 years. They've carefully considered their community, class sizes, and student and teacher needs. We've appreciated the kind teachers, attentive director, and friendly community of parents and kids. The curriculum is largely play based with an emphasis on music, but I feel that my kids will be appropriately prepared to enter kindergarten and have the social skills necessary to succeed. My family does not identify as religious and we had some concerns about placing our kids in a school where religious studies are part of the curriculum. We've found that the short lessons and prayer they are taught are age appropriate and a great exposure to religion without taking away from the broader curriculum of the classes. We have had a wonderful experience and I can't recommend the school enough.

We transferred our kids to For Kids' Sake for the 2018-2019 school year, and we are so glad we did!…read moreFKS has a positive energy and a small, family feel, which starts at the top with owner/Director Sandi. The staff members are engaged and caring, and the turnover is low. Our kids loved FKS from Day 1. Their days are full of music, sports, arts and crafts, outdoor time, and age-appropriate "academics," including early math and language skills. Due to the small environment, they get to interact with other kids of all ages, which is great for their social and emotional development. Last but not least, FKS has a "transitional" Kindergarten program that sets them apart from every other day care in the area. If your child just misses the Kindergarten cut off, or if you've decided to delay your child's entrance into Kindergarten for any reason, you should definitely look into FKS's Pre-K2/Kindergarten classroom!

What a relief to have an establishment committed to following a standard that teaches today's youth…read moreto focus on lifting one another up and working together. Attention to detail in reading , writing and math without desensitization of iPads. I am pleased this school still values fundamental building blocks that no longer are exercised in public school settings. A gifted education for sure with the ability to move at a faster pace, with attention to detail, in a smaller setting. Daria E.

Our family has had an excellent experience over the past five years! This school truly helps young…read morechildren grow in God's word and thrive in the Lord's glory. The teachers are loving, dedicated, and truly prepare students for real life. With band, choir, sports, and so many wonderful activities, it offers everything children need to grow in faith, knowledge, and character. We are so grateful and highly recommend this school!