My 2 children have been attending this school since they were 2.5 y/o. They are now 4.5 y/o. MSHR…read moreis absolutely wonderful. Ms. Ling, the administrator, is the ultimate professional and the school is very well run. I love the ease-of-access to direct communication with the administrators and teachers. I don't have to leave endless voice messages that go unanswered and every response is super timely. My kids were in Lavender and Ocean. They are the same age and I was nervous to separate them, but Ms. Christy (head of school) encouraged me that this was the right decision. Ms. Jharna and Ms. Michelle have fostered the growth of each child in a loving and attentive way. EVERY ONE of the staff there seem to genuinely care for the children. Academically, I believe the Montessori was worked best for my kids. I highly recommend this school to any parent.

My daughter attended Holmes Run Montessori starting at three years old and until kindergarten,…read morealmost three years. It's a wonderful school. The teachers are exceptional. They are loving and caring and skilled at fostering a calm environment conducive to learning. My daughter had a wonderful teacher, Ms. Jharna, for three years. What a blessing to have that stability in her little life. I will be forever grateful for her. My daughter learned to read and write early, but more importantly has developed a curiosity about learning new things and enjoys science experiments, museums, nature We met wonderful friends and enjoyed the school community. I highly recommend this school.

My 4 year old daughter has been at Friendship Preschool since she turned 2 years old and it was one…read moreof the best decisions I have ever made! Carrie, the director and the rest of the teachers are very kind and great with the kids! I highly recommend this school!!!!

We had a wonderful experience at Friendship Preschool. The teachers are top notch and the director…read moreis one of the best people I've ever met! I always felt a sense of ease when dropping my twins off at preschool knowing they were well taken care of and learning so much.

St Charles is the perfect place to send your PreK children. There are not many options for 2-year…read moreolds and this has been a blessing for our daughter. After just a few weeks, we noticed an improvement in her social and motor skills. The school is also nestled next to a bunch of cafes so if we show up early for pick-up, there are plenty of places to wait while enjoying a lovely croissant and latte. Unfortunately, the rumor is that the school will be closing after next year. :(

My husband and I are continuously impressed by the quality of the teachers at St. charles; our kids…read morelearn a lot and very much enjoy school. We wanted to share some stories that highlight why we appreciate the school and it's wonderful teachers ... Today our son, Michael, recited the entire Lords Prayer and was so proud of himself :) We very much appreciate the wealth of religious knowledge they gain at school whether it's saying grace or learning biblical stories ... Michael often requests that we take a trip to China. When he asked again today, our daughter, Brianne, started singing "Ni Hao Parker". We couldn't believe it!! We are so appreciative of the education on diversity they receive from their teachers who do an excellent job discussing different countries, cultures and languages with them!! There are countless similar stories ranging from their teachers working with them on motor skills or learning basic skills/concepts or exploring various topics. The school is also very flexible and supportive of our family given that both my husband and I work full time! I would highly recommend this school!

We sent our daughter to CHMS for three years, and we'd do it again without hesitating…read more The education is excellent. She left reading and doing math at a level we couldn't have imagined for a five-year-old. What makes it work is that CHMS makes learning feel fun and intuitive rather than forced. Some of our most cherished memories of these years are of her coming home excited to show off something she'd written or a math puzzle she'd cracked. The administrators, teachers, and staff are friendly, accessible, and accountable. Communication is consistently clear, an app makes messaging simple, and our questions have always gotten thoughtful answers. When there's a bumped head or a similar incident, we hear about it promptly and in real detail. Not once in three years did we wonder whether our daughter was safe, whether her time was being spent well, or whether someone who cared about her was paying attention. The school also hosts back-to-school nights where parents meet one-on-one with their child's teacher, along with other chances to observe your child at work in the classroom -- a rare gift, and something we'll always be glad we got to see. The community events are lovely. The children put on a concert every winter and spring, and there's an annual pizza party and a trike-a-thon where the kids show off their cycling skills while raising money for a good cause. These are the occasions where we got to watch our daughter with her classmates and teachers and see how much she'd grown. CHMS is thoughtful about food, too. A monthly calendar lays out exactly what's being served each day, the meals are genuinely healthy, and lunch here meaningfully broadened the range of foods our daughter will try at home. CHMS has never been merely a place that watched our child during the workday. It's a caring educational community that helped her flourish, and one we've felt privileged to be part of. We'll miss it dearly as we head off to kindergarten this fall -- though we're thrilled at how ready she so clearly is for what comes next.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at CHMS! We had two children enrolled and from day one,…read morewe knew they were in wonderful hands. The warmth, kindness, and dedication of the staff are unmatched. Watching our youngest flourish in such a nurturing environment and seeing our oldest build the confidence, curiosity, and skills needed for kindergarten has been incredible. CHMS has truly laid a rock-solid foundation for their early education. We are so grateful our kids had such a wonderful experience and recommend CHMS to any parent looking for an exceptional early childhood experience!

I am a Chesterbrook Montessori alumni! I had such wonderful memories of Chesterbrook that when my 2…read morechildren came of age, I had no hesitation in reaching back out. No surprise that there was another alum with her children also in the program at the same time. My son and daughter had enjoyable experiences, my daughter came up from the Toddler program. I credit Chesterbrook with a lot of their self-assuredness and independence. The small community is full of love and Ms. Judy and Ms. Lisa are an excellent team. My children continue to ask to visit (5th and 7th graders).

Chesterbrook Montessori is such a special place! From the very beginning, the application process…read morefeels personal and thoughtful, with family involvement and a home visit. Ms. Lisa, the lead of the toddler program, worked patiently with us throughout each step from inquiry to first day; offering 1-1 calls and was very responsive to questions via email and phone. The teachers are incredibly kind and truly care about each child, making sure they feel comfortable and supported as they adjust to the classroom. The space itself is always clean, calm, and beautifully organized, creating an ideal environment for nurturing and learning. It's hard to put into words just how wonderful this program is-- it's clear that Chesterbrook Montessori is a place where families are welcomed and valued; and where children thrive.

My older son just finished his first year of preschool at Beginning Bridges, and I can only say it…read moreis an absolutely perfect amazing place, with teachers and an administrative staff that made me secure that my little son was being loved and nurtured in his first year of school. I'm actually getting little weepy writing this review. And he learned so much too, my baby would come home and say the most hilarious things, like explaining bird migration to me. And he is on track with all the things he needs to be learning, so he'll be ready for kindergarten in a year. Beginning Bridges gave my son the exact experience I had hoped for in his start into school. And his teachers Mrs Skopowski and Mrs Dolezal always kept me well informed of his progress, activities... They passed on techniques to me to help me continue what he's learning in school, at home, like how to help him listen and process whatever I'm asking him to do. They even made it special for my younger son, who didn't understand why he had to return home with boring mommy everyday. They created a sign in clothespin for my little one, so he could find his name every morning on his clothespin and check in just like the big kids. And Tricia, who manages the school couldn't have been sweeter or more understanding of whatever my shortcomings were as a frazzled parent. We're moving to a different community and I'm so sad my kids won't be able to come back. Their new school has some big shoes to fill!

Have my youngest child here currently. Love the school and have only great things to say about…read moreBeginning Bridges. My daughter who is currently in 5th grade went here as well and had a fantastic experience. All the teachers we've had have been so caring and fun for the kids. My daughter has fond memories and my son is having a great time as well. The front office is excellent as well! Would definitely recommend Beginning Bridges to friends and family!

My child attends daycare here for 3 years and she really loves it there. Everyone is so friendly…read moreand nice, she loves her teachers. I love the curriculum they have for the different age groups. I'll be sad when my daughter graduates to kindergarten as we have grown to call this place our home!

I love this daycare center! Both of my boys have flourished here and their teachers truly love and…read morenurture them. My second son is a covid baby and is very hesitant around other people, but he is happy here and loves his teachers. My older son has been attending for over two years now and he has had amazing teachers and loves going to school. The director and assistant director are wonderful and caring. I cannot say enough how amazing this place is and how grateful I am to have my boys here. If you are looking for a daycare center, I strongly recommend checking out Kindercare!

My son was constantly complaining about having a "boo boo" on his diaper area. This made me very…read moreconcern so I went to the center and spoke to director about this. She told me that she would express my concerns to the teachers and a possibility could be that maybe the teachers don't change him as much and he gets sore and irritated because of that. I picked up my son earlier than usual two times and yes, he wasn't changed at all. I know it because we have different diaper brands at daycare and at home. the diaper was so full that the blue line disappeared and his skin had rashes and was very irritated. no wonder why he kept complaining about having a "boo boo"? this also means that they send fake updates through the app. don't trust this place.

I recently moved back to the area - with a 2.5 year old in tow this time - during the midst of the…read morepandemic. To say I was nervous about safe childcare was an understatement! Thankfully the team at KinderCare provided a smooth and supportive transition for my son. I love the app that provides updates and pictures throughout the day and direct communications with the center staff for any questions. The teachers and center directors are always very warm and friendly. As I am working from home - I love that my son has a place to go social interaction, structured play and learning activities far more than I could provide at home! Thank you KinderCare!