If you're looking for academic based..look here! Kids are learning vs just being baby sat and…read moreplaying. Teachers are caring, listen and adapt to any concerns. My child has been attending since he was almost 2.he is way more advanced than the average toddler with the help of kings kidz! They learn but also have activities for the kids and families. I toured other daycares but they were either play based, teaching things my child already knows and just ddnt offer the things offered here (Spanish, swimming, yoga, black history etc)..choose kings kidz if you are looking for a place to help your child get ahead

I have 2 boys enrolled at kings kidz for the past 2 years my kids love to get to day care everyday…read more They have grown tremendously with communicating with others. At kings kidz they have a great curriculum that keeps the kids interactive and learning throughout the course of the day.

I enrolled my son in the Toddler 2 community when he was 19 months old. Prior to enrollment, my son…read morehas been in Early Intervention since he was 7 months old, working with both an Occupation and Speech Therapist. He was speech delayed and developing areas of concern within his development, along with his emotions surfacing = very tough time! Transitioning from his sitter 5 days to Montessori setting 5 days was certainly an adjustment for him. It took my son a few weeks to stop crying at drop off, and months to get acclimated to the routine, work periods and the environment, and even then, still working through normal toddler behavior ie. biting, hitting pushing. As a single mom, with an only child, it was important to me that my child become independent, resilient and was within a supportive environment where his development can continue to progress regardless of the phases he is experiencing. By far, this was the BEST DECISION I have ever made. The Lead Guides and Leadership team work super hard to invest in training to ensure the classrooms are lead professionally with love. It genuinely warms my heart to know that my son has developed close relationships with his teachers and has learned to really care and love his classmates. My son was diagnosed to be on the Autistic Spectrum right around 2yo, which increased my concerns for him to develop emotional connections. I deeply know that if my son was not supported in the way he was at Guidepost, he would not have developed his emotional muscles as strongly, and build true personal connections like he has. I believe in Montessori philosophies and approach, and with the school's help and practicing this approach at home, has made me believe that my son will have equal opportunity in the world and positively make a contribution, (ok ok I know he's only two :). ) All this to say, if you're looking for an extension of your own home, where structure, community, kindness, genuine care and development opportunity is present, this is THEE PLACE. The experience is truly invaluable, no amount of money can actually repay the hard work these teachers put in every single day. Genuinely, you cannot put a price on, peace of mind, circle of community, support and programming. You will not be disappointed. Shout out to Carolyn, Sam, Taylor, Ms. Jenny, Ms. Carmen, Ms. Mariela, and Ms, Dono (many others who's names I can't spell I am so sorry). Chauncey and I will always have a special place in our hearts for you all.

We have been so happy here! The whole team from Sam down feels deeply invested in giving our child…read morethe best possible experience she can have, and the moment you walk in you can feel what a happy, thriving community they've built. They go above and beyond to keep the children engaged, happy, comfortable, and active - proactively identifying any concerns and raising them to parents to ensure their little ones live their best lives and get all their needs met. The facility is attractive, clean, well run, and always filled with laughter. And our child is absolutely thriving. We could not recommend it more!

We aren't regular members here anymore now that they are in Winnetka since it's not as convenient…read morefor my kids, but occasionally I call for tutoring when my kids need extra help on a concept or want to review before a test. My 2 older kids had tests this week and asked me to book sessions with the House so i called and they were able to set my daughter up with Silas and my son up with Emmy at the exact times I wanted. That alone is a win! We've used many of their tutors (Kyle and Young to name a few) at this point and they've said great things about all of them. Silas and Emmy were no exception and helped them review for their math tests. I also received notes from each of them a few days later recapping how the session went, which is super helpful for a parent. When my kids attend New Trier at the Winnetka campus I could see us resuming our membership, but in the meantime it's a great option for sporadic tutoring.

This place is such a great concept for kids. It gives them the freedom they need to get their…read morehomework done and ask for help, have a safe place to hang out with friends, awesome tutors, and best of all my son looks forward to being there.

Excellent, personalized service. The tutors they use are clearly all top-notch. My son was…read morestruggling with math and in only a month and a half I was seeing his chapter test scores improve and compliments from his teacher. The fact that they come to your home is also extremely conscience for a busy single mom like myself. I highly recommend their service if you're child benefits more form one-one learning vs. group settings.

Thrilled with the results! ACT tutoring has motivated and improved my son's test taking skills. I…read morewould recommend this for all Juniors wishing to improve their score. The one on one tutoring cannot be beat, and the price is reasonable. I give Laura and her team 5 stars!

I worked at WMS two years ago for 5 years total and within that time learned and loved the…read moreMontessori Method applied here. From the wee seedlings to the elementary kids, I watched how these children flourished beyond anything else I've ever experienced during all my hours of student teaching at various schools. First off all, the organization behind every aspect of the school comes from the extensive training and education that the school founders have along with their decades of experience. Yes, decades. Everything offered at WMS is all very carefully considered and all the material there is hand-picked by their wonderful teachers and moderated by the head directress. By hand-picked, I mean hundreds of material is considered before being chosen. The material selected all depended on the season, subject, and mastery of each child in mind. This is no easy task. Secondly, the work is all relative. What your child is doing in the infant and toddlers program (from pouring to sorting) will lay a strong foundation for what they will be doing years later in the preschool and elementary program. I cannot stress enough how many times my jaw dropped when I realized how all of the works are so connected. All of the works encourage independence early on so they can master specific work later on. It all comes full circle. Third, the socialization that happens within the walls of the school is inspired by the work itself because the way the work is designed teaches children patience, compassion and empathy. A lot of the work here teaches children how to contribute to their homes and communities in a positive way. It also helps children find their confidence because they realize they can do so many every day things themselves that it sets them up for success academically - from tying their shoes to doing dishes the practical life work is such an essential part of their learning. The teachers have so much patience and love towards their students. It's really beautiful to observe. They develop connections with each individual child and because of the nature of the Montessori applied here, they have the ability to do that as opposed to teaching every child in the same exact way like most traditional schools. While working there it was pretty common for the children to be far more advanced than their friends and family who were in regular public and private schooling. Because of the method, they had the ability to cognitively identify and grasp things much easier in a safe and encouraging environment - all at their own pace. I look back on my time working here with a lot of fondness. As teachers, we took a lot of pride in the work we put into our kids. We provided them with quality education, but above all else a lot of encouragement to explore and play - all important parts of this method. We let our children lead and that is what makes this place so special. They all eventually became leaders in their own right. If you have any questions, reach out and book a tour! They're always really informative and it's a real peace of mind seeing the beautiful space your children will grow in before enrolling them there.

My review will be slightly different from the rest of the reviewers…read more Most of the reviews are from the perspective of parents who have or had children attend here. I will give you the perspective from a former alumni that graduated from here over 2 decades ago. While many of the teachers have come and gone, the leadership has remained steady with the founders since '93. I went to Wonder Montessori in the mid 90s, a few years after they opened, and I can honestly say it was the one of the most important educational experiences of my life. Of course, I did not realize it then, but reflecting back I can clearly point to my experience here to clearly shape the person I am today. Every detail was examined, and every individual considered. I am sure Wonder Montessori's mastery of the montessori method has improved in the years since. I can remember learning to use the computer here, learning about planets and plants and science in general. Singing songs in multiple languages. Even mundane life skills like washing the dishes, oh and of course - I learned to tie my shoes here. Even more importantly social skills on how to properly interact with your peers was developed, and if someone has been wronged we were guided to resolutions, often with apologies to the wronged party. Conflict mediation is an underrated skill. Parents, it is easy to forget how profoundly influential these formative years are for a child. In terms of social development and satisfying their intellectual and creative endeavors - positive and enriching experiences in these areas now will only compound in the years to come. Your children will be more confident, more independent, and more intellectually curious. Characteristics that will hopefully stay with them for the rest of their lives As for myself, what happened to me? While everyone's path in life is different, many years after here I attended an engineering college and studied electrical engineering, achieved moderate success as an entrepreneur and in my other professional endeavors. My final vote of confidence? I will be sending my kids here when they are ready.

We are so happy with our decision to send our daughter to Magpie! The staff is so caring and our…read moredaughter came home with a smile every day. They're so communicative and supportive during our transitions too. As first time parents sending our child to daycare, we took the utmost comfort in knowing our daughter is in good hands.

We couldn't be happier with the decision to send our daughter here. After having nanny for two…read moreyears, It was a big decision for us to go the daycare route. After a few short months our daughter grew leaps and bounds. There's only one location and the owner is present and actively onsite on a daily basis. This business is her sole focus as oppose to there being multiple locations and a watered down level of service. As a result, the teachers are also amazing. Right when you walk in you'll also immediately feel a difference in the daycare by the skylights, plants, and overall setup which includes a science center.

Chelsea tutored my middle school son who struggled with Executive function and Adhd/ dyslexia…read more Communication was great between chelsea and me as we discussed what I thought was needed. Then she did a great job with my son, helping him figure out systems that he might actually use to keep himself on track with his school work! She worked in our home and over zoom. Very knowledgeable and supportive!

My son was at Sunny Days from 6 weeks old until he started Kidnergarten. Everyone there was…read moreoutstanding. They are very reliable and really care about the children. I highly recommend Sunny Days.

We have used Sunny Days for around four years now. I cannot give them enough stars. All classrooms…read moreare very clean, and their playground for the tots has an amazing treehouse my son still loves. He is now 5 and although we now longer need full-time child care we opted to send him for pre-school; after having less then desirable experiences at other preschools. He is truly a different child while at Sunny Days; compared to other programs where he was sad, disengaged, and even refusing to go! When he comes home from SD he is happy and full of stories of how much he learned, and the fun he had. When we did have him enrolled there full-time we could not have been happier. My husband and I went to work each day knowing he was in excellent hands. When he was younger and still in diapers we never once thought the room smelled, or was unsafe in any way. We found all of the staff there to be friendly, professional, and never once saw any negative attributes out of a staff member. From the administration: Mrs. Pat, Jennifer, Maryann; to all of the teachers, including Kim, Mary, Monica, Dana, Ofe ( just to name a few) we looked at them as if they were part of our son's family. I cannot stress how wonderful and welcoming they are. I know it will be a sad day for my little guy when he is too old to attend!