McDermott pool is a great place to be with Your younger ones. My daughter gos there for swim team…read moreAnd I watch her. It is a very big wide deep and shallow Pool. Unfortunately they keep the doors open witch Mack it very cold. Theh have a hot poop with h is curantly closed. Said Lu you have to we're masks in there. The locker rooms are very crowded most of the tome. But besides that is is a very good place to be and swim with your family

Hours are super for adults; less super for kids and families. Open swims at 7 or 8 at night are not…read moregreat for school aged kids. Locker rooms down and dumpy with pooling water....but the POOL is great. Usually get my own lane and lifeguard staff are quite nice. Love the sauna pool after a swim--its the best in the Winter!!

Our 3 year old son is enrolled in all seven weeks of the St. Michael's Morning Adventurers Summer…read moreCamp - it's that good!! He loves it! Each week has a different theme, which keeps it really exciting for the kids. Every day I pick him up, he has some amazing piece of art that pertains to that week's theme - they're all "framers"! Our son also loves that they start each day by going to the swimming pool - it doesn't get any better than that! The teachers have all been very friendly and good with the kids. We're very pleased with our experience thus far - highly recommended!

This place is great for families! The little ones have multiple play areas and features, and the…read moreadults can order some delicious food from the neighboring coffe shop.

If I could leave more stars, this place is 1 million stars cause that's how they treat their…read moreguests. Where do I even begin? Our experience at Go Play was absolutely phenomenal! We had celebrated both of our boys' birthday parties here, and it exceeded all expectations--it was an absolute blast! This indoor playground is a clean, safe, and spacious haven tailored perfectly for families with young children. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by friendly and attentive staff who made us feel instantly welcome. The facility was immaculate and beautifully supervised, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment. A huge thank you to all the staff for their incredible organizational skills in confirming our date and answering all my questions with ease! The birthday party was incredibly well-organized. When we arrived early, we found the party room beautifully decorated with our decorations that we bring, which made set-up a breeze! Our host was fantastic--keeping us on schedule, checking in with our guests, and even assisting with clean-up afterward. The pizza that comes with the birthday party packet they ordered was delicious, further enhancing the perfect party atmosphere. And the juice box and chips. They also had different size of party room, which is a huge help and nice to have for big parties and small parties. Now let's talk about the playground itself--it truly is a wonderland! With a wide array of play structures, including thrilling slides, adventurous mazes, and soft play areas perfect for toddlers, there's something for every age. As parents, we loved the unique opportunity to plunge into the fun and play alongside our children--something we genuinely haven't experienced at other places. It enhanced our family bonding experience in a way that was truly special. One standout feature is the ability to order coffee online from the neighboring café, delivered directly to the counter. This kept us energized as we watched the kids run wild! The smooth waiver process upon arrival also added peace of mind, ensuring a safe and enjoyable visit for everyone. Overall, Go Play is the perfect destination--whether for a fun day out or a fantastic birthday party! Kids can wear themselves out with endless activities, and parents can unwind, even bringing their laptops to work while overseeing their little ones. We had such an amazing time that we will absolutely be back for more fun and unforgettable memories! If you're searching for a clean, enjoyable, and family-friendly atmosphere, Go Play is the place to be. Highly recommended--go play, go play, go have fun! You won't regret it!

Wonderful programs, great teachers, and so many opportunities for the little ones including swim…read moreclass once a week during their school day!! Highly recommend Twice As Nice!

Our son has spent time in a couple different classrooms here and he loves it/is thriving. His…read moreteachers are attentive, responsive, and genuinely care about the students. Our son has food allergies and they have taken the uptmost care to make sure he is safe and we feel comfortable, over communicating on holidays and birthdays when other students bring snacks etc. He's enrolled in piano classes on Wednesdays, does Yoga on Tuesdays, is getting exposed to Spanish - all offered through the school. 5/5 stars for the team there.

Your child has to be observed for 30 min before they can be accepted. Was told my 2 yr old needed…read moreto develop social skills and that he would not be a good fit, everywhere we go we're told he's a social butterfly he talks to everyone so for them to say this was completely wrong. If your toddler needs a little help to learn how to share with other children this is not the place to send them. They do not want to put in the extra work to help them! Would not recommend!

I left a voicemail on their answering machine because I was interested in signing my daughter up…read morefor gymnastics. After 2 weeks, I still hadn't heard back from them. I gave them the benefit of the doubt and called back again. I left a second voicemail specifying that I was inquiring about signing my daughter up for classes and asked someone to call me back. It's now been over two weeks AGAIN, and no one has yet to return my call... It's just plain unprofessional!! Even if you're currently not enrolling students, have the courtesy to call a potential customer back. Needless to say my daughter is already enrolled in classes elsewhere!

My son had his birthday party at Anchor. By far the most bang for your buck. Great range of…read moreactivities for all ages. 75 minutes of trampoline play, gymnastics activities and foam pit play followed by a half hour for food and cake (both which you provide). They will have decorated tables and balloons. You will then have 15 minutes of free play in the gym and goodie bags to hand out at the end. The kids were exhausted and they had a blast. Staff was fun and on hand to help the children and keep them involved and having fun. Thank you for providing a memorable birthday for my son! Highly recommend.

Long, in-depth review for parents who like details! I was…read moreseeking a childcare situation for my (at the time) 4 month old son. He is my only child, and the thought of leaving him in the care of others felt daunting. I learned about NEEA from a colleague and contacted them with a plan to visit. I arrived with a notebook full of questions and was greeted by Amy, who was warm, welcoming, and made it feel like we were already a part of the group. It was clear the kids on-site had a close relationship with her, and other staff members, as they greeted her like another member of the family! The kids were hilarious - it's clear there is an overall sense of respect and care that not only comes from the staff members, but also from the kids as they all wanted to help 'take care of the baby' by sharing toys. After my tour, there was not a question in our minds that we wanted to send our child to this facility. I cannot say enough good things about the site. It's clean, engaging, and welcoming. Staff are always pleasant and attentive to the children's needs. The kids play well with each other and care for each other with a sense of respect. My child, now 16 months, is advancing in his vocabulary and social skills far better than most. We highly recommend NEEA to anyone who is looking for a childcare facility that blends the feelings of 'home daycare" and 'pre-school' together. Below is the list of questions and answers that I asked during my tour and still see being supported today: Naptime and Feeding Schedules: for babies, it's based on cues. They fed my baby when he was hungry and let him sleep when he was tired. They were great about rocking him to sleep and following my very strict Sleep Safe protocols. Each child has their own specific roll-away crib. Now that he's older, he sleeps on a small cot during the afternoon naptime/quiet time. He transitioned to the toddler feeding schedule, which is essentially a snack or meal every 2/2.5 hours. In both cases, the kids sleep in the same room with the staff. They are never away from an adult at any time. Ratio of children to teachers: 1 adult to 4 children, though it's rare that I walk in and find it as only 1 adult to 4 kids. Generally, it's more than 1 adult to 4 kids. Sanitizing schedule: I am amazed by how clean the place is. The site is cleaner than my own house! They clearly take the time to sanitize the shared surfaces, as well as keep toys clean and up-to-date (not broken/grungy) Outdoors Time: this was VERY important to me. Their goal is to have the kids go outside at least once a day, no matter what. With the exception of VERY bad weather, the kids get time spent outside. If it's drizzling, we can send rain coats and boots and they still go out. If it's sunny and warm, they get to do special water days where they play in sprinklers/water tables/etc. Daily Schedule: I felt a little silly asking this about a 4 month old, but Amy showed me that they can do lots of learning, even as babies! She shared about the app. provided to parents (see below for more details) and the age-appropriate outlines/curriculum the kids are encouraged to engage in. She also shared that the day runs with (Morning Circle), snack and lunchtimes, and daily focus activities that are based on weekly themes. For example, while toddlers that are older may be learning how to draw the letter "A" or interact with a color, infants and babies were being introduced to visuals of the letter and songs about animals or objects that start with the letter "A". Updates for Parents: NEEA uses the Brightwheel app. It's one of my favorite support systems as a parent. I can see drop off/pick up times, mealtimes (including what they ate, when they ate, and if they liked/disliked it), diaper changes, and naptimes. This is where they can provide learning updates and observations (Example: Observation: "Child imitates simple songs and finger-play movements"). This is also where they upload photos so you can see your child interacting during the day. These photos are not publicly shared and are only sent to you with your permission. One thing to note is the updates do not trickle in throughout the day, rather, get sent to you all at once at the end of the day. I prefer this because, to me, it means they are spending time interacting with my child rather than constantly being on their devices updating parents all day. There is also a messaging feature that can either be sent to All Staff or just Admins. This is a great way to communicate with staff regarding sickness, absences, late or early pick ups, etc. It's how NEEA is able to communicate with parents so things don't get missed. It's also a space where I can check in if I have inquiries. For example, my child had a particularly rough morning and was a little weepy at drop off. I was able to message the staff to see how he was doing and they gladly sent a photo along to update me on his status - and he was happy as could be playing with friends.

A little over two years ago I started looking for a new daycare for my son and we couldn't be…read morehappier with our choice! New Era has been a great decision! The ladies who work here are truly amazing and love the kids so much. But they also know how to be strict when needed. All of the staff is bilingual (Spanish). And Pre-Covid they would put on monthly parties for the kids/families. It is a great community! Beyond socialization, his education has been outstanding. He is 3.5 years old and can count well past 10 in both English and Spanish. He knows all of his colors in both languages as well. And, I continue to be amazed by his memory for animals and, of course, dinosaurs. We are looking forward to our next few years with them!

Our family has been part of the community at Cadence Smithfield since 2022 and we currently have…read moretwo students enrolled. We feel fortunate to have a place to bring our kids where they are safe and have fun. Teachers come and go, which can be frustrating, but it is somewhat expected in this industry, and we have always felt that the various teachers truly cared about our children. There was a period of high turnover where the director and assistant director left that we considered going elsewhere, but by the time we could get in anywhere, things settled down and the school got a new director. Since Jason has been at the helm, the school has never looked better and we have seen lots of improvements. We feel confident about the school under his leadership. The only other drawback about this school is the co$$$t, but it sure is nice not to have to pack a lunch or snacks which are included. I am always impressed with the arts and crafts done in the toddler rooms and also appreciate how often the children get out in the fresh air when possible. I have hundreds of adorable pics I have gotten in daily updates through the years but there were very few I could share while being mindful of privacy.

Revised review as of 8/23/2024: We were heartbroken after…read morelearning the truth about what was happening at this daycare behind the scenes; children being verbally and emotionally scared into cooperating, instances not being reported to parents (even when it was a medical/safety issue), teachers who have little to no training, and teachers told to feed children food that is moldy or undercooked. The only solice we had after learning what was really going on at the daycare was our child being in Miss Alicia's classroom. Miss Alicia and Miss Michelle genuinely care about the kids in their room, provide structure and safety (yes safety) for their kiddos and any additional ones they can take in their room when able to. Knowing that the Regional Director was well informed about what was and had happened at this location and felt it was okay and appropriate to argue with parents and teachers about what was happening at the school has made us lose faith with all Cadence schools.