I recently enrolled my daughter at Lake Murray Montessori School and I can't say enough good things…read moreabout the school. All teachers including front desk personnel are so loving and caring. They treat my daughter as their own with love and care they need. I recently went Lake Murray Montessori School for Parent-Child Night. Basically your child picks 3 topics he/she wants to share with you. I was amazed how much she learned at school. My daughter is only 4 years old and she was already working on phonics and she got everything right!! I was hoping my daughter could recognize alphabets before she starts kindergarten but obviously she is ahead of the game. If you are looking for a loving and caring school where your child could learn, LAKE MURRAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL is it!

I strongly urge parents to think twice before enrolling your child in this school…read more The negative reviews you see here are 100% true. The staff often ridicules the children and expects perfection at all times. What may look like a great school at first impression is very different behind closed doors. There are no cameras inside the building, and parents are not allowed to walk freely to the classrooms to drop off or pick up their children. You're required to wait outside, which I've never experienced at any other school. Please do your research and choose a safe, respectful environment for your child.

While we are still new to this Daycare, I felt the need to shout them out with how our experience…read morehas been so far. We pulled our son from another daycare after several concerns so we were already on the defense about where we would send him to next. Every single person we have met or interacted with at this facility seems to genuinely love their job and what they do. They are so great with our son and provide numerous updates throughout the day including photos! This has put me at so much ease especially after his previous center experience and the fact that he is going through a clingy stage so drop offs can be tough. The teachers quickly love on him and before we know it we are getting a pic of his smiling face. So grateful to have found this center and for our son to be surrounded by people that are passionate about what they do!

This place is such a blessing for our daughter. The director made room for us when our prior…read morechildcare arrangements fell through last minute and we had no other opportunities available. Our daughter loves her teachers and friends here, but more importantly, has learned that Jesus loves her and she has learned to love the Lord. We are so happy to have found this place!

Amazing preschool!!!! I have nothing but praise for the preschool program. Everyone is so nice and…read moreyou can tell they really care about your family and kids.

My child has thrived and has become a wonderful young man with the loving and caring teachers from…read moreSVBPS . This school I would highly recommend. Very loving and caring atmosphere.

As a newly divorced single mother and a full‑time college student, finding a childcare center that…read moretruly supports both my son, and our family has meant more than I can express. My four‑year‑old has attended The Sunshine House on Decker Boulevard for nearly two years, and I know I will be genuinely emotional when he transitions to kindergarten. This center has been a constant source of stability, compassion, and growth for him. From his very first teachers, Ms. Ashley and Mr. Cam, to every staff member we encounter, we are always greeted with warmth and genuine smiles. My son adores you all Including his new teachers Ms. C and Ms. Shay and is already excited to invite you to his fifth birthday celebration in August. The recent improvements under the leadership of Director Ms. Lakeesha Watkins with Assistant Director Ms. Kierra Hunter have elevated the environment even further. Their professionalism, patience, and dedication are evident in every interaction. They create a space where children are not only cared for but truly valued. The hugs, the encouragement, and the intentional attention each child receives show that this is more than a daycare--it is a community. I was initially worried that my son's behavioral challenges and delayed potty training might lead to him being dismissed, but instead, I was met with grace, understanding, and unwavering support. Within months, he was fully potty trained, and his behavior improved significantly. One moment that stayed with me was when Director Keesha reminded me that if adults desire grace, children deserve the same--because they are people too. That philosophy is lived out daily in this center. The Sunshine House has been a blessing to our family, and I am deeply grateful for the kindness, patience, and professionalism shown to us. I wholeheartedly recommend this location to any parent seeking a nurturing, supportive, and truly child‑centered environment. L-Anderson

I love working at the Sunshine house. I've been there for 3 years and I love the benefits and…read moreworking with the children. I would recommend it to anyone with children and anyone pursuing education in early childhood.

As a parent of a son with dyslexia and dysgraphia, I can say that this school is a true blessing…read more It has not only provided instruction that has allowed my son to become a reader, but the teachers have also completely changed his attitude toward school and confidence in his ability to learn. There are not enough words or stars for me to give Sandhills in order to show my full appreciation.

I don't know which expert said this, related to learning differences, but it has always rung true…read morefor me as a parent. It's about unwrapping the gifts. Sandhills does just that. The teachers and administrators use a strength based approach to unwrap the gifts in our kids. Every time I heard from a teacher, or my son reported back from school, the positive was emphasized. I appreciate that Sandhills lets our kids shine. It is an awesome place!

MSC is a gem in Columbia! We have two children here, and their growth has been incredible. The…read moreteachers deeply care about each student and building a strong community. My kids have learned to write in cursive, to care for chickens, to multiply large numbers--all before first grade! What makes me happiest, though, is how their school has taught them to love learning. I have confidence that eventually, when they do move to a traditional public school, they will carry the curiosity and independence they've learned here.

The teachers are fantastic, the program is great, the facilities and campus are inspiring. Highly…read morehighly recommend. My daughter started in 1st grade and us in 5th grade there now. I wouldn't put her anywhere else after the experience we have had. My smaller-than-most daughter is confident and self-respecting in ways that were fostered by this school alone. She is forward-thinking and strategic due to planning her schedules, and is compassionate for others as a result of their open discussions about issues and high level reading concepts. Enroll with confidence.

Elevate your child's education with an Episcopal, outdoor, and college ready program second to none…read morein Columbia.

I have a child in Early Childhood at Heathwood Hall. He has been there for two years and gladly…read morewakes up each day knowing that he heads to a place he loves. I felt as if it took a while for us to become a part of the community, but now that we know several families here, I am confident that no matter where life takes us, we will have lifelong friends. Heathwood has given my child a confidence he previously was lacking and has given us another element to our Columbia community.

I enrolled my kid here about three months ago and I have not been disappointed. They are wonderful…read morepeople my daughter loves her teachers and she always talks about how much she plays with friends. It is more on the expensive side but I think they do a great job and I feel like it's worth it. My daughter loves it there and I am pleased with the staff. The only thing that I wish they did a little differently is the food I wish there was a bit more healthy options.

I have enrolled my child in gateway several times and their director won't accept my child for his…read morespecial needs. The field trip was not provided , although I paid 90 dollars registration fee and 161 dollars a week , and he did so well and worked hard all week to deserve it. The summer camp has older kids , whose picked on my child and constantly brought their tablets, did games and went to websites and used inappropriate language, as my son informed me. The new young teacher shows a lot of favoritism and gave candy as a reward to kids and only to those she liked. We have to find better and cheaper care without us worried of our son deprived from fun and bullied by the older kids and us telling us to get him in medications ( he is only 6!).