I have 2 children at Lakes Area Montessori…read more It is a great experience for the kids. They have learned a lot from the teachers and the staff. The staff really cares for the children. The children not only learn basic schoolwork, but they also excel in working in groups, being kind to others, cleaning up after themselves, etiquette, motor skills, music, other languages, and much more.

Just an avg Montessori poorly managed .. I checked it out recently and was not impressed.read more

Excellent school! Great facility. Both of my sons went here with very positive experiences. They…read morehave now graduated and one is at U of M Ann Arbor and the other one is headed there. This Montessori school provides an excellent base for young children. You can only attend until 5th grade. Teachers are all good, front office staff is as well. My daughter currently goes here (4th grade) and has learned so much. The academics are on point and really challenges children. But your child is not pushed, if teachers see they are not doing well, they try to help and place your child where it is the best fit. The extracurricular activities are good - Art, Spanish, Computers, and Gym are important and done well here. It's a very diverse school. Tuition is about 15K per year but worth it!

There's a Teacher named Julie Eldridge and she's been a teacher at Costello since 2010 and a lot of…read moreher black students she's had over the years I've talked to and we've all felt and had the same experience with her, She'll single us out and purposely treat the black students horribly and embarrass them in front of the class. Hand out candy to the whole class but certain students!!!

Costello Has Great teachers Including Mr Rondot and Mr mckinney all teachers are greatread more

Gateway Montessori School is definitely overrated and and uses its brand name to attract parents…read more In fact, both of my kids were there last year (infant and then toddler) and I can tell you that the infant room is not managed properly: Babies were sleeping in their car seats, accidents not reported properly, management is not present. While the price is very expensive (the most expensive in the area: between $1,500 and $1,700), it doesn't include lunch and snacks and several request to bring food or supplies are made on a monthly basis. Also the head of school is probably not experienced enough to manage the school. In fact, she seems overwhelmed with everything which happens in the school (she closes the school all the time rather than thinking through the issues). Staffs called themselves teachers while they take naps on the floor or look at their email all day. I left gateway few months ago and would definitely not recommend. There is cheaper and better service quality around in troy or royal oak. To avoid!!

Wow, the other review surprises me. While we have not tried the infant room, we have been there…read morefor two years 2014-2017 for our daughter and now we are in the 2nd year for our son in the Primary classroom. Teachers are engaged, professional, and friendly. The room is immaculate and it is a loving environment. It appears to be a true Montessori as compared to a big name one in the area that seems to push a very academic curriculum. We have never encountered any issues. We have moved and now drive approximately 20 minutes to continue our relationship with this school, passing another Montessori that is probably just fine.

Wonderful school. They care so much about each and every student individually. The staff's hearts…read moreare filled with love for learning and love for their students. It is a wonderful christian environment, perfect for any child.

We love MSOC! Our son has been here since he was 9 months old. The level of care is amazing, the…read morestaff is caring and compassionate, and I'm amazed at the things he is learning when compared to others his age who are in a traditional day care setting.

Found it strange that there were really no reviews on this school even though its been around for…read moreyears. Regardless, we enrolled our son and aside from it being somewhat expensive, at the end removed him as it seemed more like daycare.

Excellent preschool with wonderful caring teachers. They built the building just for…read morepre-schoolers, so everything is geared toward forward learning and love. All the teachers are very good and are willing to hug a child when they get sad (especially after dropping them off). Thanks and keep up the good work! Their playground is housed with brick walls to keep the children safer.

We have loved our time at TCP, both my children have gone through the program and I can't imagine a…read morebetter place to send my kids for preschool. Great teachers, wonderfully run classrooms, caring environment for their first "experience" at school. I loved being involved in the classroom and working closely with other parents and the teachers. You get to know not only the other children in the class but also the other parents. GREAT preschool! I highly recommend Troy Co-op Preschool!

I could almost cry writing this! My son has some confidence issues. Mild autism, and a muscle…read moredisorder which affects his gait and fine and gross motor skills. Let's just say he has a bit of an extra challenge. But I can't even express the power of amazing teachers!! Every single one of his teachers this year fostered his confidence. He's a shy child but, his teachers told me he was a top participant in his classes. They encouraged him and praised him and also assisted him to use his skills in unique ways. For example, an art project for my son is daunting. He gets very stressed. He doesn't have the coordination to cut and paste or anything intricate. His teacher worked with him and allowed him to use his computer skills instead. So he was producing videos and power point presentations in place of some of the assigned work. This entire year, I knew his teachers cared about him, and his grades and wellbeing. I am sure this is also a reflection of great leadership on the administration side of things as well! Nate went from struggling last year in virtual school to shining brightly! With his math and science teachers' encouragement he applied, and was accepted, into Utica's Center for Math Science and Technology! He also managed to get on the all A honor roll! Thank a teacher! They can make an enormous difference in your child's confidence! I can't believe I have a Freshman now!

Utica Community Schools rock! I have 5 kids that currently attend 2 of the schools in the district…read more My oldest is at the junior high, but because he is in 9th grade, he's in the matching band for Eisenhower High school. This school is as exceptional, as the rest in the district. When we sold our house back in April, our number 1 criteria for finding a new house was that it HAD to be in the Utica district. We bought a house in Slate August, just days before the start of the new year- and it WAS in the Utica district. So close to our old house that our kids did not even have to switch school. The teachers are amazing and willing to help and go above and beyond 110%! They are willing to meet at your convenience- if you ever need to talk or if you see your child struggling. The inside of the schools are always immaculate- even if there is 100s of kids spending 8 hours plus inside. I can't say enough good things about Utica Community Schools. I'm so pleased with the education my kids are receiving!