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    After his first day of preschool. That smile says everything!
    Evelyn E.

    We found out about the preschool through their Parent Company: Pediatric Language Therapy Associates. My son had participated in the PlayPals Jr Play Group when he was in TK at the start of Covid. We had loved the 2 hour program on T/TH so much, that we had wished they had a preschool. Fast forward to now, and they do! When they finally had an opening, we jumped at it for our newest little! He is a wild 2 year old who needs an environment that will help him regulate his emotions and develop his speech. Jennelle, the Preschool Director, is a wonderful resource as you start your journey. The teachers are so friendly and welcoming. They are like magical fairies when it comes to easing the first day of school jitters and anxieties. We are in our first week and I'm so happy with how Enzo has responded to being in school. He even takes naps WITHOUT a paci! He's more calm about transitions and following directions to clean up. I love that they have a small class size. I believe there is 10 kids and 3-4 teachers. I love the updates I get from the teachers before & after school. The best part are the daily photos in the private google folder.

    Children eager to learn!
    Grace B.

    Play Pals program has been LIFE CHANGING. When my 3 year old started the program she had a vocabulary of about 5-10 words. A year and a half later of 1.5 hr sessions twice a week and her vocabulary is so expansive! Knows hundreds of words, her alphabet, colors, can count up to 50... the best part is she LOVES the program and her teachers. She's made developmental leaps and hit milestones that I thought would take years. I am so thankful for Claire, Monica, and the entire Staff and team for taking the time to connect with my child and really prioritizing her learning.

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    The staff goes above and beyond to to be inclusive, we've loved our time spent with Claire and staff.

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