Ren is a wonderful school that emphasizes individualized learning, social emotional learning, and a…read morehands on experience.

My updated review reflects our family's experience at Ren from grades 1-8. Our child is now a…read moreFreshman at St Mary's Academy and is on the honor roll despite having some learning differences. Ren prepared our daughter for a rigorous college prep program. Although she had some nervousness about final exams and needed a primer on letter grades and GPA, she was academically well-prepared. The girls who attend St Mary's after Ren School seem to excel. Most importantly, Ren was instrumental in helping my daughter develop a strong sense of herself. Ren's holistic approach to education, with a focus on social and emotional development, is stellar. It mattered to me that our daughter's education encompassed far more than just book learning. Over the years, she was nurtured and went from a timid and anxious child to a confident and creative young woman. As a college professor, I recognize the importance of academic preparedness. I also know that social and emotional stressors can make it challenging to learn. Being in a safe community where she was known and cared for by all the teachers meant the world to our family. Thank you, Ren!

If you are looking for a private school that is top notch and focuses on each individual child,…read moreplease explore The Catlin Gabel School. In a world where education puts kids in a box, The Catlin Gabel School is a refreshing tangent. I am so impressed with the students who have attended this school. They are the most mature kids who have been educated in a way that brings out the best of their gifts and abilities. Last year I had a student intern from Catlin at my place of business and I was so impressed. She was able to produce a professional video that reached the heart of my acupuncture practice and business. The first thought for most is that they cannot afford the school, but they have a complete system for financial grants and scholarships based on what you can realistically afford. According to the website: "More than one-quarter of the student body receives financial assistance through need-based grants and special scholarships. Grant and scholarship awards are not loans and do not have to be paid back. In 2013-14, we allocated over $3.4 million in financial aid to families with annual household incomes primarily in the range of $15,650 to $170,000. Award grants ranged from $1,830 to $25,750 and averaged $16,235." We hope our boys can attend this school next year or in the future and we applying for the 2014-15 school year. Fingers crossed and wish us luck!

I attended the upper school many years ago. Looking back on it now, I'm so grateful that my parents…read moremade me attend Catlin Gabel. The school really prepared me to be on my own once I graduated and also I was ahead of so many when I got to my college classes. I loved the small school environment once I was there! I can't say anything bad about Catlin! Go Eagles!

We love OLL! The staff is wonderful, caring and committed to helping form good people and educated…read morestudents. Parents are involved and value faith, education and fostering positive relationships.

Our son started here at the age of three. In 5 months he's learned so much! He's writing his name,…read morehe knows the continents and the months of the year. They practice tracing and writing regularly. He's constantly singing and he's more helpful at home. He's mentored by the older kids in his class and he's become much more independent. His teachers are great. We are very happy with our school. Would definitely recommend to other parents.

We loved this school and so did our 18 month old daughter. The staff is super nice and helpful. We…read moreloved that she came home with crafts as well.

This is in response to Blue R's comment below:…read more I have been a parent at Gabriel Park Preschool for the last two years and I don't think you have the right school. My son was in the 3 year old class last year and our teacher is beyond kind and compassionate and none of what was described in your post happened at our school while we have been there. There was not a child with genetic condition or diabetes enrolled last year, nor was there a decline in enrollment. Also, our president was male last Fall and our teacher has not left (and hopefully never will!) I am so sorry you experienced what you described, it sounds truly horrific! I just want to make sure you leave this under the appropriate school so that families can be warned.

We LOVE Gabriel Park Preschool! This is my daughter's first year. She is in the youngsters class…read morewhich is 2-3 years of age. She looks forward to school each week and I am always excited to see the new craft projects and hear about school. Teacher Jen is amazing! She always has fun new ideas for the kids and they just love her. This is a really fun and creative environment where children are able to go at their own pace and learn and play in their own create way. I can not say enough wonderful things. If you are looking for a cooperative preschool, this is it!

My son has attended preschool here for about a year - it is an amazing preschool. They have very…read morethought-out curriculum - not book-based or pushing kids too hard, they just really think through the aspects of what play and activities are available and how it helps the childrne learn to interact with each other and the world. And the children enjoy it a lot - this is not a "push your academic learner" thing but a "how can we thoughtfully engage them where they are thing", for example dramatic play in my son's classroom right now has a planting/gardening theme. They get outside play time unless the weather is really prohibitive, and even then they have indoor spaces for big-body motion. As for the food, every month I see the new menu and I wish I could just go over and have lunch with them many days. From what I've seen of the infant and toddler spaces and information, they're equally awesome - but I've never had a child in them, so my knowledge is much less.

Our first daughter attended this school, starting in the infant room at 10 weeks old. She was there…read moreuntil she was 2.5, the only reason we left was my husband had a job change. I can not say enough amazing things about the teachers and care. They use evidence based research to drive a very thoughtful cricuilium. Yes even in the infant room. Not a book academic cricuilium a "who am I and how do I contribute to my community". Their care is unique to each child and they really respect and see your little one as a wonderful capable individual and give them the right amount of guidance and space to really blossom. They give suggestions and resources that taught us how to be better parents! It feels very safe and loving. Our family calls it, the Havard of daycare. We miss them tremendously!

I love this school. All of.my kids went to Pilgrim for 10 years. They exceled in high school…read morebecause of the education they received here. The teachers care and the education is top notch. ​

Our time at Pilgrim has been really positive. We came from another school environment that just…read morewasn't the right fit, and we were pleasantly surprised by how welcoming this community felt. The teachers and staff genuinely care about students and their well-being, and communication is always thoughtful and supportive. Like any school, there are occasional challenges, but they are addressed with respect and collaboration. Being a smaller school has its tradeoffs, yet it also creates a close, caring community that has given our child many meaningful experiences and opportunities. We're grateful to be here in such a diverse environment that values all backgrounds.

My two kids have been attending learning years for the last year and I couldn't be more pleased…read more The staff and teachers here are incredible. They have been so accommodating to my schedule and the kids absolutely love their days at this school. If I could give a 6 star rating I would. There are some days that I pick them up and they are bummed to leave. The learning curriculum is top-notch as well. I trust every teacher there and I know they want the best for my kiddos. My son will be finishing up pre-k at the end of this year and this was the best launching pad to give him a head start in kindergarten. Thank you to learning years and all that you do!

I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with Learning Years Day School. My youngest child…read moreattended Learning Years Day School back in 2010, and we had a wonderful experience. The staff were kind, dedicated, and many of them had been there for years. Now, more than a decade later, my grandchildren are attending the same school, and it's amazing to see so much has stayed the same in the best possible way. The same owners and director are still there, and I still see many familiar faces when I pick up my grandchildren from time to time. That kind of consistency speaks volumes. Learning Years is truly a special place. The care they show for the children and families is genuine, and it's clear that their top priority is always the well-being of the kids. I can't recommend them enough! Anthony Herring