We didn't realize how sought after this school was when we signed our son up. I have nothing but…read moreamazing things to say about Maracas. Our son was only supposed to go there for 1 year but we loved it so much and it was SO good for him, that we delayed him starting kindergarten by a year. In total, he spent 2 yrs there. He started knowing no Spanish (my husband and I don't speak Spanish) and he ended with a really solid understanding of the language. So much so, that when we went to Spain this summer, locals were impressed with his accent and his ability to speak the language. We actually had no particular interest in him learning a Language, but we really wanted to get him into a Montessori school. This school was amazing for his confidence. He started off as a shy, difficult boy who hated his previous preschool. He blossomed beyond our expectations there. He was more than ready (& not only willing, but excited) to go to kindergarten. He loved his time at Maracas. The staff are amazing and caring and it is such a sweet school that I will always hold very dear. I cannot recommend Maracas Montessori enough. Any child that goes there is a very lucky child.

From the owner: Our mission at Maracas Montessori is to enrich children by providing opportunities to strengthen…read moreall areas of their development in a comprehensive way, creating a safe and intentionally designed environment where they can discover the pleasure of learning. All of this is achieved through a Montessori program fully immersed in the Spanish language.

My daughters have danced with this company for four years. They love coming to dance class and we…read morelove recital time. The owner and staff are extremely friendly and helpful. They offer a variety of different dance classes and other fun activities throughout the year. Recital and parade time can be very expensive if you choose to participate. Overall we are happy with our experience and plan on dancing here in the future

Both my daughters have attended Stage Door for multiple classes over the last few years. My…read moreyoungest daughter really enjoyed the Acro class and developed very quickly although she only attended for part of the dance season. My oldest daughter has been enrolled in Acro, Ballet and Jazz and excelled tremendously in her skills during that time. She attended a summer dance program with a friend and excelled beyond the expectations of the teacher although it was only a week and I know it was due to her time spent at Stage Door. Chasta and Willis are very invested in developing a quality and nurturing environment for all the students and it showed on all levels of my daughters' participation in the studio. We also participated in the Christmas parade and the end of year recital and it was extremely organized even though there were hundreds of participants. They definitely have a spirit of excellence in all that they do and it shows! I highly recommend Stage Door to anyone interested in a quality dance experience for their child(ren)!

We had a painting session arranged by our manager (therefore I have no information on cost). We…read morewere able to bring in our own food to enjoy before the painting fun began. Our instructor was Reagan. She was positive, kind, patient, professional, and very talented. We did a very simple painting as we were limited on time and none of us are artists. It was a great teambuilding activity. They did have a bar with beer and wine. The rest of the staff was also very friendly and helpful They are in a plaza so there is plenty of parking

Went to a large group party and had a wonderful time. I didn't realize they had a bar inside so you…read morecould order drinks. Nice! I had a great time and the art instructor was really supportive. We laughed a lot and I will definitely go back with friends! I have no skills but I had a lot of fun.

How can I leave zero stars? This school is a complete joke. They only care about MONEY and their…read moreretention rate is horrible. Out of all the people who will be in a program, only a handful will actually graduate. This school doesn't care about their students at all, only about how much money they can get. It's disgusting. If you're thinking about going here, don't, you'll regret it.

Not a program I would recommend. Be very careful before entering into this as the money and time…read moremight be for nothing. Dropped 5 months in, over drawing up one unit of insulin too much one time during lab check off. Yes, I had a 90 in all courses for the current semester ( you need an 80 to pass), zero absences or lates, and my gpa was 3.5. Read that again, I was dropped from RN program over drawing up ONE unit of insulin too much. As I was dropped, the school was trying to reentry me into the class behind me. Received reentry docs also the following day in an email. Give me a break. The wind was taken from the sails of this ship. It's not about you the student, it's about their ego and their profit!!!' I'd say, please pick another program. This one is all about money, making money, and their retention rate is at about 3 out of 10. If you have a 30% chance of swimming across a lake, will you try it? Of course not. Passing boards rate is great. But ask their retention rate. I guarantee in a class of 30, only ten originals if that will graduate. I'm not bitter, just factual and an eyewitness.

NC State College of Design is where I got my first Bachelor's degree from. I participated in a lot…read moreof workshops and networking events to help me get internships. Instructors helped me improve outside of class. I also received a lot of help from counseling services. I'm taking graduate classes now but my transcript from NC State had more weight than my BFA, which I got from a private art school.

We have been to many studios in other states but truly enjoy this one. We have only lived here…read moresince July but I am so impressed with the dancing & instructors.

Carolina Dance Center is the worst dance center ever! They only choose favorites to do dances like…read moresolos, duets, etc. One of the teachers, Ms. Missy is definitely the worst teacher of all. She doesn't care about your child at all compared to the good dancers or her favorites! This dance center isn't worth crap! Waste of time and definitely a waste of money! Wish I sued this place before my child and I moved to CC&CO a few years back! Do not go to this dump of favorites only!