We love the Goddard school! The staff is so caring, the communication is excellent, the activities…read morefor the kids are both fun and enriching, and our child has flourished there! Definitely recommend them!

My four-year-old son transferred to The Goddard School midway through Pre-K. I switched him because…read morewe had a bad experience at a neighboring preschool. I couldn't be happier with my decision to enroll him in The Goddard School. The Goddard School is a modern preschool with all of the bells and whistles--cutting-edge curriculum, dynamic educators, state-of-the-art security-- with a huge heart. That's a key differentiator here...heart. It's what was sorely lacking at the other preschool my son attended. The owner, director, and support staff truly care about each and every child. When I drop my son off every morning, he can't wait to get to his classroom to play with the interactive toys, explore the sensory tables, and read in the cozy book nooks (he loves bringing in books from home to share with his class; this school does a beautiful job of promoting a lifetime love of reading). The outdoor play area is always a hit...as is pizza day (the school orders pizza for the kids on Thursdays and he loves it!). The facility is clean and inviting. I know my son has support, guidance, and materials he needs to thrive in Kindergarten at The Goddard School, but that's not all. He's welcomed with open arms; he's challenged academically; he's encouraged to believe in himself; he's well cared for; he's celebrated for his successes. He smiles widely when I ask him about his day...and I am often surprised when he tells me the Spanish word for something out of nowhere, or shows me a new yoga pose. I didn't teach him those things...his teachers did. I recommend The Goddard School without hesitation or reservation. Enrolling my child was one of the best decisions I have made as a mom.

We moved recently to franklin area and i was looking for a good daycare for my toddler. I speoke…read moreto many daycares and though ngcc only had part time availability at start , i still chose ngcc as i want some peace of mind when my toddler is in daycare. The food is prepared in house as opposed to other daycares who give frozen foods. I was assured my toddler will be getting fresh food with variety and she will be exposed to lot of cuisines. Activity wise also they teach them lot of things and i was surprised to see my toddler's vocabulary had suddenly increased and she could count, tell colors apart and alphabets.. I am happy with the move.. only con i would say the price changed steeply from 1 year to other and i wish the prices stay under 500 per week

We highly recommend Next Generation Children's Center at the Franklin location. Our daughter just…read morecompleted the Infant program and will be moving up to the Toddler group next month. Over the past 13 months she has bonded so well with her teachers and her peers and she has mastered many skills (both verbal and physical) along the way. The center's food menu has a great variety and, honestly, I feel less stressed not to have to worry about packing her lunch and subsequently she has learned not to be a picky eater at all. With both of us having 10+ hour work days including our commutes, it truly gives us a peace of mind knowing that our daughter is in good hands. The facility is very clean, convenient location for commuters, and the teachers are very knowledgeable. I'd recommend this facility to any parent looking for childcare.

Understaffed. Definitely better child care options out there for development and care.read more

My profile does not provide my entire name. I can assure you I went through the ridiculous car line…read morefor years. My child had Cathy in the toddler program and Kay the following year. I included pics of the daily progress paper your staff handed out at the end of the day to ensure you that we went to this glorified daycare. It's too bad the school has such a high turn over that they don't know who attends the school and perhaps they all pretend to not remember people. But they will sure kept our money and deposit without a problem when we refused to send our child back the following semester after paying in full. At the end of the day HOMS gets visits from other Montessori people because it is not up to par with the rest of their programs the state has to offer. This school offers the bare minimum of what other real Montessori schools offer. Regards, A real parent who put her child through your school for two years whether you wish to acknowledge this or not.

This is the best daycare that I have ever had for my son. Caregivers are loving, respectful, and…read morevery nurturing. They have music, reading, writing, nature exploration. It's so much fun to see them grow in a loving environment. For me, that kids connect with their caregivers it's the most important thing. I only regret not to discover this place before, since my son was a baby. We love abuelita Sadie. We all cry when we left.

Sending my child to this school was by far the best decision I have made. He started in 3rd grade…read moreand my only regret is that I didn't bring him to Sage sooner. Its a place where your child will be known and celebrated for his abilities. I couldn't recommend this school highly enough. just fyi, I am NOT affiliated with the school. Was never told to write anything. My child graduated a year ago and I miss the school and all the teachers and the intellectual, supportive, warm vibe of the school. If you have a curious kiddo who loves to learn, don't think twice. This is a truly magical place that will be your child's second home until the end of 8th grade.

Snake Oil... These…read more5-star reviews are pretty hilarious to read and were obviously written by people who were told to write them or have no exposure to an ACTUAL private school. We sent our child here for 2 years and were thoroughly disappointed. It's a $40k year public school. Here's a breakdown of the pros and cons: Pros: -slightly more advance curriculum than an ordinary public school but in-line with any other private school Cons: -embarrassingly underfunded, they ask you to bring your own supplies (including disinfecting wipes) at the beginning of the year -location, it's in Foxboro which only makes sense if you live in Foxboro -staff completely lacks diversity -after care programs are a joke, the photography club involved almost exclusively drawing pictures -also, they accept anyone who applies. There are several smart kids at the school but anyone average will make the cut. -the Head of School, simply put, there is something wrong with this woman. She's abrasive and rude to certain parents for no reason at all. The school will better with her gone.

Bright Horizons at Wayland has been a second home for our family for the past six years, and we…read morecouldn't be more grateful for the loving and nurturing environment they provide. Both of our children have thrived under the care of their dedicated and compassionate teachers, who consistently go above and beyond to ensure every child feels safe, loved, and engaged. The low attrition rate speaks volumes about the quality and stability of the staff and administration, which is a testament to the strong, positive relationships they build with both the children and parents. From the very beginning, the friendly staff has made us feel welcomed and valued. Their open communication and genuine care have given us peace of mind, knowing our kids are in good hands. The trust we place in Bright Horizons is paramount, and they have never let us down. They create a warm and supportive atmosphere that truly feels like family, making the transition from home to daycare seamless and comforting. Our children enjoyed their time at school, while also developing their literary, social, and physical skills. The indoor Movement zone is a blessing in the winters to get physical activity. The teachers helped us through various life transitions - whether it was preparing our elder daughter when we were expecting our younger one, or when they started as an infant, or eventually transition to Kindergarten. As parents, finding a daycare that mirrors the love and safety of home is invaluable, and Bright Horizons Wayland has exceeded our expectations in every way. We wholeheartedly recommend it to any family seeking a nurturing, reliable, and family-oriented daycare experience. When we were evaluating daycares 6 years ago, the only minor concern was the fact that it is located in an office building and the playground is across the parking lot. But we are so glad that we looked past it. If it is on your mind as a prospective family, rest assured that the school's safety protocol mitigates that. Thank you Bright Horizons family for being such an integral part of our children's growth and happiness!

I sent my son to this day care when he was 8 months- 2 years of age…read more In that time, he was in the infant room and toddler rooms. The infant room provided him so much love and care. I requested that they help him go down for naps, that they feed his bottles at specific times and temps. They had him napping and potty training starting at 15 months in the toddler room and he has grown to be a wonderfully tempered and independent boy thanks to them. I have to say, this center may be one of their newer centers, but they have their policies and procedures set in place. Pros: Full time care for working parents Tuition is flexible based on the days and hours that you need The teachers are warm, caring and supportive. The facilities and playground are new and gorgeous Extracurricular activities for kids like painting, movement, music, etc. Cons: Sometimes there can be teacher turnover (but because their center is so well run, the children may notice the changes. They just really need structure and routine in their daily lives) Location The center director and assistant director are really great at communication and if the center was better located for my family, I would have considered staying.

Our two boys attended Raising Stars this past year and I could not recommend it enough. I knew not…read moreonly were our children safe but also loved by all the teachers. Our boys always had a smile on their face when they came home and I was usually greeted by an awesome art activity they did during the day. The teachers use an app to upload pictures and updates during the day, which was always wonderful to see. Inga and all the teachers treat the children like their own and you can tell how deeply they care about them, their experience and their learning. Couldn't recommend them enough!

I'd be cautious about sending your child here. Maybe they've worked out their staffing issues,…read morewhich I think was what was at the root of the problems when our kiddo went there. Regardless, there were some "short-cuts" that they took that we weren't comfortable with (I doubt many parents would be) and they were defensive when we expressed our concerns. That said, this was a little while ago now, so things may very well have changed for the better. There were good things about the experience too, for sure. If you're going to send your kiddo there though, I'd just recommend doing a few surprise visits like mid-morning and mid-afternoon (which you have every legal and moral right to do!) to make sure things are going the way you'd like. You can also always call the public agency (start with the Department of Early Education and Care and they'll connect you with the correct district manager) that does unannounced inspections and make sure there haven't been any seriously concerning violates. I did this with a few daycares and the folks who provided the info over the phone to me were very kind--not a painful experience at all!

One of my best parenting decisions has been to send my 2.5 year old to the Jim Greenman Center. Not…read morea week goes by that I'm not amazed at how much she has grown and developed thanks to her loving and attentive teachers. Through daily conversations and structured parent-teacher conferences, the teachers and directors have gotten to know our family, what we value, and what skills we're working on. I'm fairly certain they're more diligent with potty training than we are (for example!). Amazingly, they taught our toddler self-help and coping skills: she can put her clothes on by herself and takes deep breathes to calm herself down when shes having big emotions. We did not teach her any of those things. The difference really shows when we're with friends who have similarly aged children. Our daughter is able to serve and feed herself, plays well with other children, helps clean up messes, and so many other beyond-her-years skills. I am so thankful for the village of caregivers we have and all they have done to love, support, and help us raise such an amazing little person.