If I could give zero stars I would…read more My son attended Strawberries Early Learning Center for just two days and in that short time I witnessed clear signs of neglect and unprofessionalism that no parent should ever experience. On the first day he was sent home in a full diaper despite me providing diaper ointments and clearly stating in the enrollment forms and verbally that he has extremely sensitive skin. By the second day he came home with a severe painful diaper rash with peeling skin. I was heartbroken. When I calmly raised my concerns to the director instead of taking accountability or even expressing concern for my child's health she retaliated and removed my son from the daycare on the spot. As I was leaving she clapped her hands at me called me crazy and threatened to call the police while I was already walking off the property with my son. Her behavior was loud degrading and completely unprofessional. A 51A report has now been filed by a Worcester police officer who was also shocked by the photos of my son's condition. I have also filed complaints with the Department of Early Education and Care and will be pursuing further action with MCAD EEOC and the BBB. And this is just my experience not everyone will have the same one but I'm posting this because no one should let all the positive reviews blind them. Every year the daycare asks parents to leave reviews on Google because that's how they boost their enrollment numbers. Do your own research ask questions and trust your gut.

If you're looking for child care I really can not recommend Strawberries Early Learning Center…read moreenough! They are so hands on, have a curriculum, send updates through out the days from photos, what they eat and when they use the bathroom. Daycare was scary for both My son and I and they have make this transition so easy and comfortable for us! He loves his teachers and always comes home with art he's made. I just can't thank them enough, I feel so comfortable dropping him off knowing he's in good hands

I've been coming here for years and everything about this place is amazing. It's clean, it's fun,…read moreand everyone is friendly. Theirs a multitude of courts from different sports you can play such as Basketball, Tennis, Pickleball, Racquetball, and Squash. If you have a kid you should consider sending them to a summer camp here. They have day camp; where kids do arts and crafts, play sports, swim, and go into nature. There is also specific sports camps each week, such as Rich Gedman's baseball camp where they see a Woosox game at the end of the week, or basketball camp where they travel to the basketball hall of fame. There's also soccer and all sports camp if you can't choose. In every camp and also during the normal days you can swim in either the indoor or outdoor pool. The outdoor pool was recently renovated. The fitness center is on the smaller end but they have a great selection of free weights and machines to where it doesn't feel like it's lacking anything. This is a place you should consider if you enjoy working out, swimming or the sports listed.

Please stop the discrimination against disabled people and stop refusing to acknowledge the…read morepossible need for basic compassion. They violate their very own written policies. There is zero companion and you end up being treated like someone who is the bad guy that lies about something that could have been avoided. I find this very sad especially the loss of trust forcing someone to go the legal route to get them to actually respect and recognize the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission policies they claim to follow.

My daughter has been attending this preschool since September and we love it so far! First, their…read morescheduling is so flexible which is amazing for parents from all kinds of backgrounds and careers. You can pick from 1-5 days a week and they also have full days and half days available too, as early as 730am and as late as 530pm. The cost of the tuition is also unbeatable! We looked at several places and St Spyridon definitely had the best pricing. The director, Lori, is highly responsive and always available. I love the app that they use to communicate important notices or snow delays/closures. I'm never confused on when we do or don't have school. The teachers are so wonderful and helpful. They're always willing to chat about how your child is doing in class and the reviews they do are detailed and in depth. The yearly and weekly curriculum is always posted. They also have summer boot camp activities which is great for the kids (and parents!). We love St Spyridon and next year, my son will be joining my daughter!

I cannot recommend St. Spyridon Preschool highly enough. The teachers are absolutely phenomenal…read more They are extremely kind, loving, and nurturing toward every child in their care. They are patient, professional, and have a strong understanding of child development. The program is play-based with a strong emphasis on social interactions, language development, and art. The classrooms are large, child centered, and CLEAN. The school offers several additional programs including Music through Apple Tree Arts, and Sports through Hero Kid Sports (these programs are for the 2016-2017 school year). The cost for full time, all day care simply cannot be beat. My husband and I are so happy that our son attends the preschool program and look forward to the pre-k program next year. We have watched our son blossom, developing strong bonds with his teachers and friends, as well as huge gains in language and confidence. SSP is a really wonderful, special place.

I cannot say enough good things about this school. My children thrive there, and there is real…read moreteamwork among the teachers and parents. The learning environment is warm and welcoming, curiosity and independence is encouraged, and creativity blossoms. Academics is excellent. My older child was accepted into a high school of choice and passed all their tests without any trouble.

I normally do not leave negative reviews, but my experience dealing with the director at TEC…read moreMontessori was extremely frustrating and disappointing. I actually found the staff during the tour to be very kind and pleasant. Unfortunately, the admissions and communication process with the director was unnecessarily difficult from start to finish. I spent weeks trying to get a straightforward answer regarding whether a part time program could be accommodated for my child. Instead of receiving a simple yes or no, I was repeatedly directed toward completing a paid $50 application before basic questions were clearly answered. This was the only school I toured that required payment before even confirming whether the program would realistically fit my child's needs. The communication felt disorganized, dismissive, and far more focused on the application process than on helping families navigate enrollment. Had I simply been told from the beginning that part time accommodations were not available, I would have respectfully moved on. Thankfully, we have since found another school with professional, transparent, and straightforward administration that made the process feel welcoming rather than stressful. I hope this feedback encourages a more parent friendly and communicative admissions experience moving forward.

Honestly this ymca isn't necessarily bad but it very old and run down compared to the other ymcas…read morein the area. Another annoying occurrence is that it takes weeks/if not months for something to be fixed (example the sensors in the sauna) There is a group of older gentlemen who continuously talk about the saunas/stream baths in their original country of origin. They continuously mess around with the heat sensors at the YMCA claiming the sauna here isn't "hot enough" as it is in their country of origin. They in turn mess up the sauna and put it out of commission for weeks/if not months.

The facility is in an alarming state of disrepair - particularly the mens' showers. The older men…read morealso prance around the showers and locker rooms completely naked, like it's a gay bath house. They need to be told to cover up.

My son has been going to this preschool since February 2015. He just loves it. The teachers are all…read morevery caring and supportive. He was four years old when he started, so preparation for kindergarten and socialization with other preschoolers was key. I have seen him gain so much self condidence and independence. He runs in his classroom each day eager to meet his friends. It is so cute to see. At the end of the day, he is never ready to leave. He's having so much fun. This is our last month at Shrewsbury Children's Center and I will miss the all teachers and staff. I feel my child has had a wonderful learning experience at this school and would highly recommend it for children of any age. He is ready and excited to be starting Kindergarten in the fall.

From the owner: Shrewsbury Children's Center, a day care center in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, provides a safe,…read morestimulating, and enjoyable environment for infants to preschoolers. Our infant care programs provide a safe and nurturing environment for your infant while you are at work. The staff provides care based on your child's individual needs, temperament, and schedule. Shrewsbury Children's Center (SCC) is a family-owned and operated center offering a variety of early learning programs. The business was established in 1982 as a preschool program, but soon expanded to include full day care for preschoolers and toddlers. To ensure that your questions or concerns are immediately addressed, the owners are on location every day. During your child's time with us, the staff observes the classroom and deals with any issues that arise. One of our center's most notable milestones was in 1997, when we were named the leading agency for new community partnership for children's programs by the Massachusetts Department of Education. Our new title led to new responsibilities, including administering funds to improve quality and affordable child care and education programs in collaboration.

We LOVE first friends!!! Our son started in the infant room as a 5 month old and the ladies in the…read moreinfant room cheryl, lena and martha took care of him as they would their own kids! They are so sweet and friendly. When i lost my job they were very accommodating to change him to part time and then when i got a job they changed him to full time right away. The building is old but that doesn't matter at all... the teachers are what matters. Best daycare in the area. And affordable compared to others. :)

*disclaimer - this review is only about the Preschool II room*…read more My daughter's last day at First Friends was last Friday, mercifully. If there was an option to give zero or negative stars, believe me I would. Please note, my daughter does not have special needs, but one of the recurring issues is that she tends to get distracted while having a meal with other people, whether it be with our family or with other children. We noted that the first week she was there, she did not eat the entire lunch we sent with her (lunch is not provided by the center). We did not send a seven course meal, it was usually chicken nuggets, some kind of fruit, yogurt, and a juice box - items that my daughter has eaten time and time again. We spoke with the Director and her teachers about this, repeatedly. Time and time again, she came home with parts of her lunch either not touched or partially finished. There was even one day where she came home with everything except a small cup of applesauce. Someone at First Friends, through their years of education and experience thought that it was completely appropriate for a four year old to have a cup of applesauce for lunch. Both my wife and I made repeated requests of the Director to retrieve copies of the health records we gave to them - never received them. On our daughter's last day, her teachers completely ignored both my wife (who picked up our daughter) and my daughter. This is a telling sign that if you express any concerns as a parent, not only will they be ignored, so will you. Try not paying for a day and you'll have enough "statements" from First Friends to heat your place for a day. It is glaringly obvious that this center primarily exists to make money, NOT care for your children. As a parent, my advice is this, if you love your preschool-age children, DO NOT send them here.

Loved the Goddard school. I truly miss it now that I'm looking for child care in San Diego, CA…read more I enrolled my son when he turned 15 months old. I was hesitant and a bit nervous to place him in a daycare but The Goddard school and the staff made me feel confident and happy about my decision. From the facility being super clean and organized, the safe drop off and pick up process, amazing directors and staff this place was awesome. My son's first teachers were Ms. Noel and Ms. Pam, two incredible people. My son fell in love with Ms. Pam. They taught him a few words in sign-language , table manners, and how to play with others. I loved how they sent me photos of him throughout the day thru an app. And if anything happened to my son even a small scratch they would tell me immediately. When my son transitioned to the next class it was hard for him at first to leave his " first love" lol but soon enough he adjusted to Ms. Catey and Ms. Myeisha. Was sad to see him cry on the his last day when we said goodbye. Above it all I loved how structured and fun it was. They did daily activities to match with the weekly theme. I now have plenty of artwork from his first year of daycare. I can go on about the school but know it's a great place where your child will be safe, loved, and learn so much. Hard to find child care here in San Diego that compares to this school.

From the owner: At The Goddard School located in Worcester, we're more than just a daycare. The Goddard School is a…read moreprivate preschool, offering childcare to infants and toddlers to pre-k. Our programs are designed to nurture each child's curiosity in a safe and caring environment.

We love this place! They truly love the kids in their care, they focus on learning and community…read moreand I can say my kids are so happy and well cared for they are there. We love our Holden Hands Friends!

I have nothing but good things to say about Holden Hands. My daughter has learned so much in her…read moretime here, it amazes me. I completely trust the teachers here and my daughter is truly happy when she's there. They have also recently started a private Facebook page where they post videos and pictures of them throughout the day. Just another way they go above and beyond to make parents feel even more happy and comfortable while their child is at school. In regards to the comment below about the allergy- I'm not buying it. If a child had a deadly allergy to peanuts and 911 was not called, an epi-pen was not administered, and no actions were taken in a "life & death situation", then how would the child have survived that? There's no way something like that would happen in this school with the teachers they have there. Absolutely no way.