I will start this review by saying - if you're not even sure if you want a kid, but might someday -…read morestop reading, get yourself on the waitlist NOW, and then come back and finish reading.   Every time we talk about moving, I can't bring myself to pull the trigger because I don't want to take my son out of this amazing early learning center, and I have no idea how we would ever find a daycare that compares?!!!  So much stems from the awesome owners, who employ and develop a great staff, and promote a culture of client satisfaction. We are so taken care of here, our feedback is frequently requested.  Any questions I've had, are answered within hours - day or night.  And I have to give Jamie, the Director, major props because not only is she cool, calm, and collected with great communication skills, but she's also fashionable, stunning, and super funny. In addition to the amazing employees and the beautiful and bright space, this is a quick list of what I love so much about A Child's University: *It is accredited - It is extremely difficult to achieve and maintain academic accreditation.  It shows in all levels of the education. Yes, even my 11 month old had a daily curriculum they follow including themes, art projects, science, math, and health/motor skills. *Daily art projects.  Yep, even in the baby room, they do art! *They exceed the state's teacher ratio standards by staffing more educators in each room than the state requires.  Full time educators have their degree. *It's clean.   *They play music entering and leaving the building, and in the baby room. *They use an app that sends push notifications so I know the minute my son goes down for a nap, has a wet diaper, and how much of his lunch he ate (or threw on the floor as the case may be). *They send several pictures daily and have a live stream camera. *They have a nurse on staff daily. *The staff is so loved, and in return they shower our babies with love.  It makes me smile to see all of the love notes and gifts that the teachers received.

We love it here! My daughter is absolutely excited every morning upon arrival & fully engaged (and…read moresuper content) when I arrive in the afternoon to pick her up. We waited for months to get into a spot in the infant classroom here & its the best decision we've made. 100% worth the wait! Loving, thoughtful, professional staff, state of the art facility, & peace of mind that your child is safe, happy, and learning!!

This place was like being at grandmas house to my 3 children growing up! An amazing place That…read morestill holds True to that piece of nostalgia that many parents want for their kids.. Halloween costume parties and visits with Santa

We love this pre-school. We sent our two daughters there and they loved the teachers. It is such a…read morecute, caring environment. Highly recommend!

Our son recently graduated high school and over the summer we attended a Learning Brooke get…read moretogether with other families/graduates. Being in the space created by Brooke and her team reminded me of how important that community was to our family. Not only did they provide a safe, welcoming environment where we have always felt welcomed and valued, they provided an early educational experience that we are sure set a platform for his later academic success. He made life long friends there and so did we. We are truly grateful for the experience.

We've been so happy since enrolling our daughter at Learning Brooke. The teachers and staff are…read moretruly amazing. They've made us feel comfortable from the day we arrived and have each taken the time to get to truly know our daughter and family. From the front desk, to nursing, to the actual teachers - top notch! The facility is beautiful and clean. Outdoor space for the kids has options that go beyond typical play and truly inspire kids to explore. We're so pleased to be a part of this loving community.

Over the least 7 years, we've watched as our son grow creatively, socially and academically in the…read morenurturing OSMS community. The faculty and staff are caring, intelligent individuals that support, challenge and grow our children in every way. I'm looking forward to what the next three-year cycle will bring in Upper Elementary. In short, we love it!

We absolutely love Ocean State Montessori! Both of our kids have thrived here, the teachers are…read moreamazing, the environment is calm and welcoming, and the learning feels joyful. It's such a kind and connected community of families and educators.

There aren't enough characters to detail how instrumental Cadence Academy and their staff have been…read morein my children's lives. We have been with Cadence Academy back when it was known as The Children's Workshop and have been with the Cranston location since 2016. As a single parent, child care - reliable childcare- is a huge component to making things work. Cadence Academy - Cranston is part of my village helping me raise my kids. The staff are extended family who love and support my two kids as such. The classrooms are super clean, bright, fun, really well decorated, safe, and well balanced when it comes to student-teacher ratio. They provide yummy breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks to the kids (even vegetarian options) included in the cost of tuition. Summer camp is very fun and pre-covid lots of entertainment was provided for the kids such as Kona ice on Fridays, Kid Bus, and friends from the zoo coming to teach the kids about animals. Daycare during covid was initially scary but there is no other place I trust to not only watch my kids while I work, but assist with distance learning than the staff at Cadence. As a response to Cranston's learning model this year, Cadence opened a beautiful classroom allowing for virtual learning. Each classroom has a "pod" system so if one person is exposed to Covid, that pod is closed down as opposed to the whole building. My second grader follows the hybrid schedule which means he goes to in-person school two days a week and three days at cadence. His grades haven't been significantly affected by this schedule and his IEP is supported by the staff. Overall, I would highly welcome those who are searching for quality, professional, friendly, reliable, and overall safe childcare to look into the Cranston location. My kids are 8 and 5 and I plan on having them there until they age out. Best of luck on your search!

I would highly recommend The Children's Workshop to anyone in the area. My children have attended…read morethe school for many years. Not only are the Director and staff great, the parents and children are also a pleasure. It's always a plus when parent-teacher communication is open and they appreciate and welcome any feedback from the parents. Any time there have been issues during the day with my child, or I have had any concerns, I received updates from the school and was able to call or email the school and would receive a prompt response. In addition, their curriculum from pre-school age up to school-age is phenomenal! For school age, they separate the kids that have homework and it gives the kids time to do their homework so that you don't have to go crazy when you go home! During the year they hold parent nights where the children can hang out and the parents can do their own thing for a few hours, and also invite parents in for celebrations as well! During the summers the program packs it with so many activities from visiting local pools and beaches to going to museums and parks! The Children's Workshop really keeps my mind and heart at ease while I am at work and they're almost always open!

Our child has been attending Greenwood for the past two years, and we absolutely love this school…read more The teachers are warm, nurturing and passionately dedicated to their work and the children. The school is run according to authentic Montessori principles, and takes its pedagogy very seriously. There is a wonderful sense of peace and tranquility, as the children are lovingly encouraged to become independent learners. The school grounds are beautiful, including a real wildlife pond with a swan family (and from which the occasional frog will visit). Pure magic! What a wonderful place for a child to start to experience the world and acquire the foundations for a lifetime of learning. This is an outstanding school.

From the owner: Greenwood Montessori School is a private preschool and kindergarten in Warwick, Rhode Island. Here,…read moreyour child will be immersed in a peaceful, innovative and educational environment that will challenge, intrigue and delight. At Greenwood Montessori School, all children are viewed as individuals and are exposed to meaningful learning experiences where they are allowed, with guidance from the teacher, to educate themselves at their own developmental level. Children in control of their own learning build confidence in themselves and are then willing and able to embrace life's opportunities and challenges and become successful in future endeavors.

Our daughter is currently in her second year at Child's Play. We have loved the that the school is…read moreplay-based and the co-op model has allowed us to witness her experience in the classroom firsthand. Child's Play is such a special community because of the parental involvement. It's so comforting for me to know that my daughter has both incredible teachers and fellow parents in the classroom to support her when I am not there. I cannot stress enough how truly dedicated and experienced our teachers are at Child's Play. My child requires some additional support. Between offering additional resources for her in the classroom to attending IEP meetings on their own time, the teachers at Child's Play have played a vital role in our daughter's growth and development. A maximum of 5:1 child:adult ratio has allowed her teachers to take the extra time with her when she's needed it. We are very grateful for this very understanding, knowledgeable and autism-friendly community.

We feel so lucky to have found Child's Play! We've had kids in the toddler, nursery, and preschool…read moreclassrooms. The teachers are exceptional and incredibly experienced, and the play-based curriculum is just what we were looking for. Being in the classroom as parents is such a unique experience! Most importantly, our kids love it and can't wait to go to school. Can't recommend it enough!

We could never say enough good about East Side Nursery School. Their approach to children's…read moresocial-emotional development is as close to perfect as any will ever be. They show deep understanding of their students' individual needs and consistently treat them all with immense care and compassion. My children adore all three of their teachers. While the warm, caring environment is where ESNS shines in our eyes, the way they teach students is also remarkable. Many schools learn through play on paper, many learn to play in action as well, and do a great job of "tricking" kids into learning. Somehow though, ESNS tricks me, too. I rarely see the academics happening and suddenly my child comes home and knows how to write his name and his brother is telling me which two words rhyme. Their learning through authentic play, wholesome approach to teaching critical social-emotional skills, and opportunity for students to build advocacy and have choice are among the many reasons East Side Nursery School has been so fantastic for our family.

I can not say enough about this school. We moved to Providence 3 years ago in the middle of the…read morefirst wave of the pandemic. When it came time for our 3 yo to go to school, she was a bit nervous and COVID had limited her social interactions. Once she got to school, however, she thrived. The teachers at ESNS are fabulous. They meet each child where they are at and allow kids to be kids, all while somehow teaching them about art and music, science and reading. They are patient and dedicated and committed to caring for each child as an individual. We are thrilled with the way this school allows our child to be herself while supporting her growth!

Family Tree Early Learning Center has been absolutely wonderful for our daughter. From the moment…read morewe walked in, we could feel how caring, patient, and dedicated the staff is. They truly take the time to get to know each child, and it shows in the way our daughter has grown--socially, emotionally, and academically. The communication is excellent, the classrooms are clean and organized, and the activities are thoughtful and engaging. Our daughter comes home excited to tell us about her day, which speaks volumes. We feel completely at ease knowing she's in a safe, nurturing environment where she is supported and loved. We are so grateful to have found Family Tree Early Learning Center and couldn't recommend them more highly to any family looking for a place where their child will truly thrive.

I LOVE the family tree preschool. I honestly couldn't say anything bad about them.. Miss Hailey &…read moreMiss Erika have always gone above & beyond for my two little ones. Especially my Arianna She would only go in if Miss Erika was there & she made everything so much better for Arianna. They put on some great events & the graduation is the absolute cutest thing ever! I want to thank them & of course Mr. Shaye for always loving my girls as if they were your own. Love, One happy Mama bear

This facility and its staff is top notch! Our son entered into their Kindergarten program slightly…read morebehind the others and because of their curriculum and communication on what his weakness's were, he has been able to catch up to the rest of the children that had completed the Pre-K program. We are so proud of the progress he has made and the ability the school had to prepare him for 1st grade. Our three year old daughter, who will be attending full time this fall, tried the summer camp program for a week. She came home every day happy and excited to go there full time, and loved her teachers and new friends. The staff makes your feel so welcome when you are dropping off and/or picking up. My wife and I have found ourselves on multiple occasions taking almost an hour to talk about the children, what they are learning, what they are struggling with, or just the weather. I try to tell everyone about this place when they are searching in the area!

Miss Lee Ann and everyone who works with her are amazing! My son and daughter have had the most…read morefulfilling, educational, and fun time spending their time there. Lee Ann has done an incredible job at making learning fun and I truly appreciate all of her hard work, dedication, passion, and love she has for all of the kids - that goes for all of the teachers as well. As my son goes onto first grade he'll continue spending after-school time at Miss Lee Ann's (which is great because a few of his close kindergarten friends will be there as well!) and my daughter will continue into their preschool program. Best of the best and I consider my family extremely lucky to have found Miss Lee Ann's!