My son attended the Young School at Honeygo Plaza for about a year of pre-k. He had a good…read moreexperience and left much better prepared for the classroom structure of kindergarten. This school takes a more curriculum/teaching-oriented approach rather than simple "day care". They follow a pedagogical philosophy similar to Montessori, emphasizing freedom and harnessing each child's own specific interests and motivations. The biggest strength of YS is the outstanding teaching staff, all of whom care deeply about the well-being and growth of the children. The different teachers within the "cottage" of four adjoining classrooms developed individual connections with my son and the other children, knowing well their various interests and quirks. The pre-k cottage director, Ms. Jess oversees the classrooms with expertise and a deep sense of empathy. She effectively fields informal chats with parents about questions and concerns that pop up on the fly. Between the wonderful teachers and cottage director, I always felt that my child was in very safe and nurturing hands. The classroom atmosphere is warm and inviting. There is lots of natural light and many learning stations with carefully thought-out objects left for the children to "discover". Kids get zero screen time at the Young School. Instead of punishing children, behavior is managed through redirection and talking.  Healthy snacks are offered, and the staff teaches and practices good hygiene. The main area that could be improved upon is communication from the director. On several occasions, I received mass emails chastising (unnamed) other parents for taking screenshots of the live video feed, requesting child-specific changes to naptime logistics, incorrectly using cubby space, and calling in to the classroom during non-naptime hours. ("Any parent disrupting the day too frequently will lose camera access and a parent meeting will be requested.") I would prefer these types of issues be resolved by one-on-one conversations with the relevant parents, rather than public shaming. The unprofessional tone of these emails was underscored by a lack of basic proofreading. My child's classroom had high turnover, with three different teachers in a six-month period. Shockingly, when one left and was replaced by a brand new employee, parents were not given any notice whatsoever. I showed up one morning to drop off my son in his classroom and encountered a total stranger who claimed to be in charge. Luckily, another teacher was in the cottage area and vouched for the new teacher's legitimacy. Lack of preemptive communication on this type of matter is unacceptable. Another instance of poor communication occurred when initially attempting to enroll my child. The paperwork was confusing and I had trouble getting questions answered, as other reviews have noted. Overall, I recommend the Young School as a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for child; parents may have to deal with some unneccesary hassles.

this is a follow up to my previous review from three months ago. Three months have passed and my…read morechild is still traumatized by his experience at the school after only 2 days. whenever we happen to drive near or in the shopping complex where the school is located, he gets nervous as if I am going to take him back (it's near a UPS and a restaurant we frequently eat at.) this evening he randomly shared that the director stated that she was going to put him a classroom with babies. this is new information that he didn't share with me three months ago. this school owes my child an apology and should consider adding new emotional intelligence training for their administrative staff. there is no exception to this type of behavior. I've received no phone call from the owners to discuss the experience. parents beware!

the management is miserable. They don't know how to manage, they treat their staff with little…read morerespect. None of the management have any management skills. They whisper about their employees And manage in a passive aggressive manner. They provided no unemployment when the pandemic hit. Nor did they ever pay into unemployment insurance.

I don't know what it is about this place, but I wouldn't send my child here. It just rubs me the…read morewrong way. I've talked to people who bring their kids here.

Wonderful multilingual center with caring and attentive staff. The care providers were amazing and…read moremade us feel comfortable and supported. I would highly recommend this daycare to families looking for a nurturing and welcoming environment for their children.

My son went to a couple of different daycares before he came here. I was on the waiting list for…read moreabout 2 years and when I got the call I wanted to cry. I have heard so many good things I wanted more then anything for my baby to go here. They are amazing. Great teachers. You can tell they love the kids and love what they do. Starting a food, patience and all the classes they have for the kids I could not be happier. Highly recommend.

Infant Teachers are not interested in doing their job doesn't have patience for the babies my…read moregrandchild attended here for 4 months And dreaded coming to daycare my grandchild is now attending a new center and is thriving I have no issues whats so ever

I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND, 6 months my daughter attended and it always was a money issue all the time…read more Peoples who receives Subsidize vouchers are Normally underestimated.

Exceptional Care and Learning at Owings Mills KinderCare!…read more As a Community Outreach Director for Children's Specialized ABA Therapy, I cannot say enough wonderful things about Owings Mills KinderCare! From the moment we stepped through the doors, we felt welcomed and reassured that every child was in the best hands. The staff is incredibly warm, attentive, and dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive. The teachers go above and beyond to make learning fun and engaging, fostering both academic growth and social development. Our child has blossomed under their care, gaining confidence, new skills, and a love for learning. The facility is clean, safe, and thoughtfully designed to encourage exploration and creativity. Children's Specialized ABA Therapy is pleased to partner with Brittany, Arica and their team at Owings Mills KinderCare.

My son, who is 3, has been attending KinderCare for the past 3 years. I appreciate how attentive…read morethe staff is, not just the classroom he is assigned to, but the entire staff. My son has excelled tremendously. He enjoys going to school and has made friends there. KinderCare makes learning enjoyable. He is currently in Ms. Allison's classroom. I don't have anything but positive things to say about Allison. Allison is always ready for the day, positive and pleasant. She is a good example for the children. It is obvious she enjoys teaching and spending time with the children.

Highly recommend!!! We've been part of the Goddard Bel Air…read morefamily for nine years, sending all three of our children there, from babies through kindergarten. From day one, the staff felt like extended family. They treated our children with genuine care, respect, and love, creating a nurturing environment where our kids thrived. Brenda and Eric, the owners, have always gone above and beyond to accommodate our family's needs. They were approachable, kind, and genuinely invested in each child's development. They've also built a strong community through thoughtful events like Dogs for Dads on Father's Day, Mother's Day celebrations, fun date nights, trunk-or-treat and graduations. Academically and socially, our children left Goddard more than ready for kindergarten and well ahead of their peers. The foundation they received there has had a lasting impact on their confidence and love of learning. We will always be grateful for the safe, enriching, and loving environment Goddard provided for our children. It truly became a second home, and we can't recommend it highly enough.

The most honest review of this facility comes from the students who go there. The graduation…read moreceremony was on Thursday and one of the presentations included video clips of each graduate stating what they wanted to be as a grown up. An answer that kept popping up: a teacher. That told my husband and I that the kids themselves truly admire and like the staff here. We've seen the advances in reading, math, shapes, colors, etc. over time but the joy she has in going to school wasn't to learn.. it was being with the teachers and class... which makes learning fun. Hats off to Mr. Eric, Ms. Brenda, Ms. Jess, and Ms. Laurel. They do a fantastic job in maintaining a secure facility, strong communication, fun learning, and a great attitude.

We love Ms. Tiara! She's so kind, patient, and fun, and my God-son has learned so much with her…read more You can really tell she cares about the kids. The whole staff is amazing too -- especially Miss Yvette, who's always so warm and helpful. We appreciate y'all so much! One big family!

My daughter went from her grandmother's care (as an infant), to a live -in nanny (1 years old), to…read moreKidz Stuff a few months later and I am genuinely pleased with my decision. We are new to the area and I wanted to make a good decision for our family. The center is really diverse which was a must for me so that my daughter can be well-rounded. I love her teachers; Ms. Chrae and Ms. Qeyera show my daughter the best care and attention. They are a breath of fresh air. The transition has been smooth and so relieving. My daughter is also a pescatarian and the center accommodates her dietary restrictions with ease! They inform me of everything going on whether big or small. I love it here.

Both of my kids have been going to this location since it opened. The Director, Lisa, is so…read moreamazing! She cares so much about all of the kids and my kids absolutely love her! Can't wait for our new baby to start in a couple of week!

Toddler moms: my advice is to seek elsewhere. This location changed directors, then suddenly the…read moretoddlers had frequent closures with sometimes, three hour notice to come get your child. Ultimately they closed the entire room with 96 hours notice. I had to email upper management to get a refund for these days, since a credit is irrelevant after being booted. We were offered a spot at a location which would take me 30 minutes to commute to.. at a 10% discount. Rather than have a sister location teacher come to the environment the children know. I don't know any moms who have an extra 30 minutes in their morning. Laughable, insulting, incredibly irresponsible management. It shouldn't take entire room closures to realize you need to have backup plans for staff. Don't do it.