Having sent both of our sons here, my family has had the joy of being part of the Montessori…read moreFountainhead School for the past 4.5 years. Honestly, it's been the best part of being in Charleston. Knowing that our boys are happy, safe, learning, and well-loved provides such peace of mind. It's a traditional Montessori school, you won't find a tablet in site. There is an abundance of outdoor time, the kids learn life skills, and of course they are taught math, reading, writing, reasoning, history, geography, etc. Kids choose work and learn at their own pace, and the wonderful teachers are trained in how to support them in their journey. I could not have asked for a better early education for my kids.

Completely rude interaction with the owner. Makes Montessori sound very elitist and doesn't seem to…read morecapture the true spirit of what Maria Montessori envisioned. Would not want my child here.

We have had our boys at St Luke's for the past 5 years now and have been so so happy. The teachers…read moreand admin are incredible, the boys are happy and safe and learn so much.

Please be cautious before trusting St Luke's Children's Center w/ your kids…read more My daughter attended St Luke's CC. She had behavior issues. One morning, after a long, difficult struggle, we decided to spank her. Because I stupidly believed their whole "working together" pitch, I mentioned to her St Luke's teacher that I had spanked our daughter. WITHOUT A SINGLE WORD, they waited til I left, photographed my daughter's back side (no marks), and called the cops! DSS got involved and - that same day - told me I'd done nothing wrong. A DSS management-level person asked to meet with me and told me DSS had similar "over-reactions" from St Luke's Childrens Center. She asked me to keep her statement between me and her, then she suggested I switch preschools. DSS closed the incident that same day. Several teachers at St. Luke's also suggested I change pre-schools - requesting anonymity bc they feared losing their jobs. I went to the preschool director and politely asked what in the world she was thinking when she called the cops. She bobbed and weaved, but essentially admitted her motivation was that she disagreed with corporeal punishment, even though it's legal in this state. I had to request my meeting with the Children's Center director. None of the church leaders reached out to me during any of part of this. I got my daughter out of St. Luke's as quietly as possible, not wanting to make waves that would scar her further. But this incident hurt her at the time and hurt our family, our trust in church, our trust in God... I have waited a considerable time to post this review because I don't want anyone who spoke to me on condition of privacy to get any blow-back. I looked at their website, it appears the St. Lukes CC director at the time this happened is gone, as are sonof the teachers. In retrospect, I think the director at the time and a cliche of teachers put their desire to be social engineers ahead of the best interest of my daughter. I don't even like to drive past St. Luke's. I would never recommend St. Luke's Childrens Center to anyone. ******* Seven months since I posted this review. Notice there has been ZERO response from anyone at St. Luke's. Not surprising. They can't openly say who they are or what they stand for. When called out on their actual motivations, they can only hunker down in silence. Not people you want shaping your child's character.

Awful experience. They lack diversity (not embrace it), their practices are outdated and it's so…read moresad to see how much this hurts the children. At first, we thought it was us. But now... 6 months later. Several other families are not returning next school year for the same reason. Don't believe the hype Or reputation you may have heard. So glad we were able to get out when we did before they did real harm to my childs educational and emotional growth.

Pinewood Prep is the best school in Summerville South Carolina. The academics, small class sizes,…read moreaccomplished faculty, extra curricular activities, sports, amazing breakfast/lunch choices of healthy homemade food make this school stand out of above the rest. Yes it is a private school and you are going to pay the price but you really do get what you pay for here.

The director and front desk staff greet you when you come in and wish you well on your way out &…read morethey are receptive to any questions you have. The teachers are all wonderful, top notch, creative and they pour their heart & soul into doing the best for the kids. I can't say enough good things about Miss Alice in the 3/4s class, as she really goes above and beyond to prepare them for school & life. They are kind & firm about the safety and security of their children and I have always felt that my children were in good hands. The healthy food they serve is prepared on site and my children have requested items from their menu to be prepared at home--which may say something about my cooking, haha, but nonetheless, what more could a parent ask for? Well worth every dollar and every moment I've invested in this place. Highly recommend.

I was happier when my kids were there than I am with them at the elementary school! The…read morestudent/teacher ratio is great. Staff and teachers were all the nicest people you could know. They are the type of people you feel safe leaving your babies and kids with. I have the highest regard for them and would recommend them to all parents.

My son has been going there for about 2 months now and I feel as if all the staff there consider…read morehim part of their family. From the front desk to the infant room I know when I drop him off there he is loved and taken care of. I cannot say more astounding words about the staff there except that I know my son is well taken care of there and that peace of mind is priceless.

The best childcare center in the area. They really care about creating a quality center.read more

Love love LOVE KinderCare N. Charleston. Two kids enrolled and the directors and staff are awesome…read more My kids are excelling and the teachers show them so much love and attention. Highly recommended. Love me some Ms. Donnie!!

As a concerned parent, I want to share my honest experience with Sanders-Clyde Head Start…read more Unfortunately, this school year did not meet expectations in several key areas, especially when it comes to safety, communication, and the overall well-being of the children. Lack of Transparency and Safety Concerns One of the most troubling issues is the lack of transparency when it comes to our children's safety. Accidents happen--that's understandable--but what's not acceptable is the failure to inform parents when they do. Many times, children come home with bumps, bruises, or scratches, and there's no mention of how they occurred. These incidents often go undocumented and uncommunicated at pickup. As parents, we deserve to know what happens to our children during the day. Failing to report incidents is not just a communication issue--it's a serious safety concern. Nutritional Discrepancies During orientation, we were told our children would receive healthy, well-rounded meals and snacks--including juice options. However, the reality doesn't match the promise. Children report receiving only milk and water, and the food being served contains ingredients like Red Dye 40. Meals such as bean-only quesadillas are nutritionally insufficient for growing toddlers. These are not meals most adults would eat themselves, and our children deserve better. Concerning Language and Classroom Stress Another red flag is the language our children are bringing home. Phrases like "I need something to calm me down" or "I can't keep calm" are not typical of young toddlers. These are not just words--they're reflections of the emotional environment in the classroom. It raises serious concerns about the stress levels these children may be experiencing. Poor Communication with Families Communication throughout the year has been inconsistent and inadequate. When parents are unreachable, staff often fail to contact emergency contacts. We are left in the dark about daily happenings, incidents, or any changes in routine. The only time families were invited into the school was at the very end of the year. Even then, basic safety procedures weren't followed. One child was left outside alone with a new pickup person while a staff member went inside to copy their ID. This protocol should be reversed--child safety should never be an afterthought. Final Thoughts We send our children to school not only to learn but to be nurtured and protected. Unfortunately, this year at Sanders-Clyde Head Start fell short in those areas. I sincerely hope the administration takes these concerns seriously and works to create a safer, more transparent, and emotionally supportive environment for the children. Please remember: these are toddlers. They are at a critical stage in their development, and how we treat them today will shape the people they become tomorrow. Let's do better--for their sake.

Sanders-Clyde Elementary School on Morrison Drive in Charleston is a great school with dedicated…read moreteachers and students. I have enjoyed visiting here and helping with events and have had a great experience every time. The school is well designed and maintained.

We LOVE CDC Park West. When we moved to Mount Pleasant in Dec 2024, our son joined the toddler…read moreroom. This is his third daycare in 3 years. We loved the two before this one BUT CDC is by far the best. The administration and leadership team are warm, welcoming, and so engaged. They know the kids and the families. At each interaction you can feel that they love what they do and they truly care. The staff are patient, kind, and invested in each student's happiness and growth. Beyond the curriculum, there are frequent events that involve families (muffins with mom, donuts with dad, holiday get togethers), and lots of great activities like music days, water days in the summer, stretch and grow, soccer, Spanish language learning (when students are a bit older). The facility is new, clean, and stunning including an indoor play area and age appropriate playgrounds outside. Most importantly, our son loves to go to CDC. He frequently talks about his teachers and friends when he's home and asks to go to school on the weekends (we try not to take offense lol). Couldn't recommend CDC more!

Overall bad experience. Kids were not really attended to. Havoc everywhere...little 1 year old…read morestanding on a chair playing with the light switches, another one eating play doe, and ours arranging furniture. She had a bump on her head which nobody even knew about. When I addressed all of the above, they put her in a less advanced classroom. I'm interested in my child advancing, not being dumbed down because I complain about the lack of supervision! I was told, "she will have more attention in a younger room." So rather than figuring out how to better staff the rooms, they just cram babies together. She was sick constantly! It was the first time she was sick ever at 14 mos thanks to this school. On a side note, when a mom came to pick up her kid, she asked the assistant director about the antibiotics the school was supposed to be timely administering . The assistant director said she "completely forgot!" The mom was so upset. I left within the first month. Horrible experience!