My 5 & 7 year old boys came here for a birthday party and had a lot of fun. The space isn't huge,…read morebut there's a nice sized party room and still plenty of interactive toys and things to build-perfect for my boys. The staff here are very friendly and helpful. If it's your first time here, you'll need to sign a waiver, but it's a quick process. Then your child will receive a name tag, and you'll receive a pick up tag with your child's name on it. There's a small waiting room near the front desk, or you may drop and go. If you'd like to enter with your child, there's an additional $5 fee. I will definitely come back for their camps and free play.

We had a virtual birthday party through Snapology. The instructor showed a picture of LEGO vehicles…read moreand then told the kids to build. She then sat silent for the next half hour. My 5 year old birthday boy asked his friends some questions (what are you building?)--he did more facilitation than the instructor did. Kids lost interest halfway through and the instructor did nothing to pull them in. Eventually she asked my son a few questions about what he built but didn't interact with the other kids. It's unclear why this cost $100. All they provided was a zoom link and a photo of a LEGO vehicle. I could have done that for free.

This was my very first time inside of the center. I attended a book/author conference, and found…read morethe space to be accommodating for a decent size event. You can rent the facility completely and have 2 different areas. For example, one for event and the other you can use for dining. It's located in the Hill District and has served as a recreational and meeting space for decades.

I'm going to be honest, I had no idea that this place existed. The only reason I ended up here was…read morebecause my coworker was having a surprise birthday party for his mother. Not knowing my way around this neighborhood I was surprised by this asset hidden in plain sight. This is a place that every neighborhood could use and should have. It is a multiuse facility that could be used for anything from birthday parties to conferences. Ample space can be found inside with amenities you can use if need be. The inside is interestingly decorated. There is art everywhere. Talk about being a cultural gathering place, which this place is. Pictures hang just about everywhere, whether they are paintings or photographs. I have to say that if you wanted to escape the room you are in you could definitely distract yourself with all that is in here. Parking is available inside the fenced area or on the street. I suggest trying the street as the parking lot is a bit cramped at the moment, but a good thing to have. As for the name of the place, it is a fitting memorial to a young man that met a tragic end.

Amazing daycare! The staff is caring, professional, and truly treat the kids like family. My child…read moreloves going every day, and I feel so confident knowing they are in a safe and fun environment. Finding a daycare you can fully trust is not easy, but A Place To Grow has truly exceeded our expectations. I would recommend them to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and enriching environment for their child.

After five incredible years with A Place To Grow, I can wholeheartedly say this has been one of the…read morebest decisions we've ever made for our family. From day one, it was clear that this wasn't just a daycare, it was a second home filled with warmth, care, and genuine love. The staff are exceptional, nurturing, patient, and truly invested in each child's well-being and development. Our children were not only safe and happy, but constantly growing, learning, and thriving. The balance between structured learning and play was perfect, and thanks to the strong foundation they built here, both of our kids transitioned into kindergarten with confidence and curiosity. We especially appreciated the consistent communication, thoughtful updates, and open-door approach of the teachers. We always felt informed and supported. Leaving APTG is bittersweet, it's hard to say goodbye to a place that has been so special to us. If you're looking for a daycare where your child will be truly seen, supported, and celebrated, A Place to Grow is it. Erika Mom of Jake and Elin

I scheduled a tour of the Goddard School a few weeks ahead of time. I received several reminders,…read moredirections to the school , as well as parking suggestions. I arrived to find the building very secure, being on Fifth Ave,can be of some concern. The director pointed out that all entrances require special admittance and there are two windows, only, in the gym, which are also safely closed. I met with Brian, Director/owner. He was extremely knowledgeable (as he should be), well spoken, and able to put me at ease in several instances. We spent at least 30 minutes discussing the curriculum, which I am extremely impressed with. I don't want just a babysitter, especially at such a high price. I asked what a typical day is like for the two year olds, and he was quick to point out, that every day has the same schedule, which it is important for toddlers to have continuity. We reviewed my particular needs, and Brian explained that my requirements were out of their ordinary, but he would make it work. As we proceeded to the "gym", Brian described the cleaning procedures of the school. Strict attention is taken to prevent spread of germs. But I have to tell you, I was amazed at this activity area, WOW. Large, appears safe, and decorated to the Pittsburgh area, including points of interest, historic sites, and sports teams. This is important to me, because I want my grandson to be familiar with his roots. We visited the classrooms, but unfortunately it was nap time. I do want to point out that this is a school, with education and growth in mind. Brian appeared "compassionate ", which is also important for children of any age. Brian answered every question I had, and never made me feel pushed, or in a hurry, despite that, I later found out, he had another tour, right after mine. I have to say, that my grandson is presently in a program that I am not completely comfortable with. This of course helped me to ask certain questions. Even though i haven't yet experienced the actual intervention, I am looking forward to enrolling my grandson in the program and continuing to watch him grow. I may write further reviews as time goes on.

My daughter has been at the Goddard School for two months and we absolutely love it here. This is…read morethe third center we have tried after being disappointed with the other centers. Everyone that works here is extremely kind and professional, my daughter loves all of her teachers and always has a big smile for them. The facility is bright, clean, and there are so many amenities for the children (I mean seriously, there's a climbing wall for little kids!). I'm not ashamed to admit that I wish that I could play here all day rather than work. It is very expensive but in my experience, you get what you pay for and this is absolutely worth every cent.

My son used to come here long ago, but I recently joined their gym. I'm so impressed by what is…read morehappening here, they have a great facility and staff with a wonderful community outreach. The pool is remarkable, they expanded it from a much smaller size, so now it's much better for swimming laps. They have 2 certified life guards and safety seems like a priority. The locker rooms and showers are substantial, and everything is clean and well maintained. The weight room has a nice assortment of machines and free weights, and there's virtually now wait time. They have an impressive program for seniors, they provide coffee during the morning and at noon there is a free cafeteria style meal The staff is friendly and helpful, they have enthusiastic smiles and are always welcoming people. It's a nice community environment and outreach. Parking on the North Side is usually tight, but they have a big parking lot that makes it easy. The location couldn't be better, it's convenient to my house, and restaurants, museums and parks. I like that the organization has continued to grow and evolve over the years. Although they honor their tradition, they have expanded their facility and role in the community.

I used to work here a couple months ago, I quit. The one thing that is very obvious with this…read morecommunity is that nobody is on top of their duties, the children they take care of, the activities given and even their employees. If you're pursing another career and in school please don't bother working here. They assume that doing things out of your job description is more important than YOU and your HEALTH. They don't care about their workers and especially your children! Nothing will be adequate for the people running this place and to be frank.. it's ran by 20 year olds with no children and with no idea. The staff continues to get worse and more disgusting by the years go by, since all the good people are in quitting. Please assign your children elsewhere and if you're looking for a job, stay far away from SHH.

Wow! This place is great! The citizen science lab is truly unique, I've never seen anything like…read moreit. I think it's a great thing for curious kids. I love that they offer lots of hands on activities for kids ages preschoolers to 3rd grade in one class. This offers a great experience for younger children to learn from the "big kids." They even have a "waiting room" for the parents. I think my daughter was able to focus more with me watching from afar rather than in the same room. It was a bit hard to find the lab, its inside of a building on floor two. However upon walking in we were promptly greated by smiling faces. The lab looks much like the ones in high school, but more colorful and fun. This was our first trip here, and it was far from crowded. I can tell my daughter had lots of fun because I could hear her laughing all the way down the hall. We will definitely be back!

The Citizen Science Lab is a great way to learn in a fun environment. Many hands on experiments and…read morediscussions. I highly recommend.

Incredible teachers and staff. Very responsible, alert, and caring folks. I'm honestly astonished…read morethat the center has been able to find such amazing staff consistently. Highly recommend.

This is a highly dysfunctional and verbally abusive environment. The staff do nothing but yell at…read morethe children to enforce a structure that is not healthy for a child's development. The children are forced to sit in squares next to each other, and are yelled at if they play with one another or chat with one another (something that is extremely important for a child's development). They have limited playtime, during which they are forced to go from one station to another (a station might be legos/blocks, pretend kitchen, etc.) and they get no more than five minutes to play before they have to clean up and move on. Consequently children in this environment have poor conflict resolution skills (because all the adults model to them is yelling at them). Do not send your children to these people.

Wexford Children's Center is a wonderful place! Our family is so grateful for the kind and caring…read morestaff and also the willingness to work with families. I looked at other places, but many felt very business-focused. This is a place centered around children and families. I'm so grateful for what my child has learned at the daycare and also preschool. I highly recommend them!

We just completed our second year at wexford Children's Center and couldn't ask for better staff to…read morehelp with our kids. Our daughter completed both 4 yo and pre-k here and we have utilized the the daycare program for both children as well. The staff is always smiling and you can tell they truly love what they do! The drop-in policy has been amazing as well. When I've had emergencies come up, they always do their best to fit you in. I would highly recommend checking them out!