Great Basketball Camps & Teams!!! Tom Kuyper is involved and hands-on with all his players! He…read morecommunicates really well with us parents too! His programs are engaging & fun. Tom & his staff are teaching many children due to the popularity of this club however they never lose sight of each child's needs and Tom provides his personal expertise at every level! Highly recommend!!!!

Amazing basketball camp !!! Coach Kuyper was very involved and had an amazing staff. Our boy had an…read moreamazing time. Not only were great skills learned but also great character.

This review is not for the amazing instructors but is for how poorly and unprofessionally an…read moreincident was handled by management(Alex?!) during the chess tournament on 10/19. The incident not only caught us with a complete surprise but left our 6 y/o with the worst memory of her first ever chess tournament and probably has negatively affected her budding love for chess which I would never be able to repair. It is disappointing to see the staff(over staffed they said)not intervene when they see opponents moving random pieces during the game(multiple times), making pyramids with pieces off the board during a game, etc so much so that it would make a 6 year old emotionally upset(lots of tears) because they came looking to play a fun and fair game. Given the age, I am not upset at the child tampering with the game but at the authorities who didn't even say a word or something like: let's play by the rules or Buddy, please focus. Something?!!! Not even a word! There was no intervention what so ever and they just stood there watching the show of my 6 y/o crying nonstop. Upon asking them after the fact, we were told that they were waiting for my kid to raise hand for assistance. Are you kidding me? I was left speechless. These are 6 year olds you are dealing with for god's sake. God forbid if someone gets an asthma attack please don't wait for them to raise their hand for you to jump in and help. And miraculously that wasn't the case during the next round on that same kid's table. A teacher was constantly keeping an eye and intervening when a knight kills diagonally; all of this without a single hand being raised. Why the different treatment then? And when the parent is coming to show their concern instead of showing empathy and agreeing to the mistake you are insulting them with asking counter questions and making arguments. Not fair and extremely unprofessional on his part. Very disappointing to see a display of such incompetent behavior from Chess Emporium. Thanks for ruining a family's much awaited Saturday!

My kids have attended chess emporium for many years and also participated in a few classes at…read moreschool. We absolutely love the coaches (Alex and Ben are especially fantastic but most all are great) and it is a great place to learn in a non-threatening environment. The kids also love the tournaments and it is great to see them excited about something that uses their brain. They also have gotten to be pretty good at chess. My only complaint is that there are a lot of charges - we're paying for something every week (class, tournament fees, facility memberships, and an ASCF membership for a rating system that isn't recognized elsewhere). We may have to take out a Chess loan soon, but we do still love the place.

My son has been attending Little Scholars for two years. When he first started at age three, he was…read moreonly able to say 1 or two words at the time and , by the end of the school year, he was talking in full sentences. Even when he struggled with potty training a challenge many other schools weren't willing to accommodate the staff at Little Scholars was incredibly supportive. This year, he had an amazing teacher, Mrs Carissa, who worked really well with him and played a huge role in helping him reach his current goals

We love Little Scholars! We moved to AZ mid school year, and they took us in with warm open arms…read more My son loves his friends and happily tells me about his adventures every day.

EcoRobotik is an exceptional place to take your child and introduce them into the world of STEM…read more Group sizes are appropriate and support the needs of all learners. I highly recommend coming in for a sample class as they are truly wonderful! Thank you, Ms. G. for creating this engaging environment for my child to learn the skills she needs to navigate the tech world we live in!

My two children have been taking robotics classes here since the beginning of the school year and I…read morecan't say enough good things about this small business. The teachers are excellent and inspiring. We especially enjoyed the annual robotics competition, which was a great lesson in preparation and delivery of a cumulative project. I highly recommend the classes offered at EcoRobotik.

My daughter attended Little Scholars Academy in Glendale for two years, and we had a mixed…read moreexperience. On the positive side, the teachers were wonderful -- especially Ms. Kelley, who was amazing with my daughter and helped her learn to read before Kindergarten. The classrooms felt clean and homey, and my daughter made lots of friends there. It was also one of the most affordable preschool options we found, which was a huge plus. That said, there were some real concerns. Communication and organization were lacking. Dates on the calendar would change, but staff often didn't seem aware of the updates. The school's app was very basic and only tracked sign-ins and sign-outs, without sharing anything about classroom activities. The only emails we received from management were reminders about holidays. We also experienced a lack of communication when it came to incident reports. On multiple occasions, my daughter came home with bumps, scrapes, or bruises, but we were never notified during the school day or given a report about what happened. As a parent, that was concerning because I want to know if she's been hurt, even in small ways. Billing was another ongoing frustration. Invoices were frequently incorrect, and we had to constantly monitor the autopay system to make sure we weren't overcharged. This added unnecessary stress on top of everything else. There was also a lot of turnover in staff. While the core teachers were great, it felt like new faces were constantly cycling in and out, which made the environment feel less stable for the kids. Safety and security were additional concerns. There were no cameras on site that I could see, and we once received a notice hours later about an incident where someone entered the gated playground in the morning. There was no follow-up on what changes would be made afterward. The parking lot also felt unsafe at times, with cars speeding through, homeless individuals passing by, and even a stolen car abandoned one morning while police investigated. Lastly, be cautious when looking at reviews online. Many of the 5-star reviews were part of a raffle the school conducted, which makes the feedback seem less reliable. Overall, the teachers gave my daughter a strong start, and I'm grateful for their care. But the lack of communication, billing errors, staff turnover, and security issues made me uneasy as a parent. I hope the school invests in improving those areas because it truly has potential.

As a healthcare practitioner in the community, I'm an educated, busy, working parent who did…read morethorough research before choosing where to place my child. Several of my colleagues and fellow practitioners have their children enrolled at the other Little Scholars location and highly recommended it to me. I am not being paid or incentivized for this review (frankly, I wouldn't need it as previous review suggested)--this is simply my honest experience as a parent who values quality education and safety. I love this school, and the upward mobility it provides for our children within this community. Little Scholars has exceeded every expectation. The teachers are excellent and hold my baby like he is their own. The classrooms are spotless, and the play yard is beautiful and safe. Outside parameter is locked, secured and checked daily. My son is only three, and he's already learning letters, numbers, and beginning to read and write. His speech has advanced far beyond his age, and he's being taught valuable life skills that build confidence and independence. I appreciate the good manners they practice. They worked tirelessly on helping me potty train. They assisted me in the method I chose and were supportive from day one. Children get sick! It is what it is, but its not a reflection of "cleanliness of the place." Cold and flu season comes around and they are sanitizing like crazy. I'm personally thankful for this season as I know my son's immune system will be optimal come grade school. This is not just a daycare--it's a true preschool where children leave testing well above kindergarten level. My friend (another PA) noticed how advanced my child was for his age and opted to pull her two children out of a daycare and place them in a school atmosphere closer to her. She called me yesterday with an update (1st week in school ended) and she told me how impress she is with the change. As such, because it is a school the teachers are paid a salary and closures for holidays/breaks are not with reduced pay so that they continued to get paid. I don't mind this. I respect teachers and believe they deserve more especially when you have such excellent staff you'd do anything to keep them. I wish more schools followed this model. I also want to address a recent negative review, quite frankly the only lone star review (and her only review on yelp). It's clearly a revenge post for her personal vehicle being rummaged through because SHE left it unlocked. The claims about safety and homelessness in the area does not reflect the whole truth. Within the past year the homelessness has taken a significant shift. The neighborhood is rapidly changing. Bellair was bought out, new businesses are moving in building on empty lots (including the lot directly next to the school - adding additional lighting and security cameras to the area). Landscaping and hardscaping by the city has taken place up 43rd ave and the homelessness is starting to move on. I personally have never felt unsafe here even before these changes took place, but I'm happy to see the local improvements. Regardless, the incident mentioned in the other review was due to an unlocked vehicle in the parking lot not a reflection of the school itself. This could have equally happened a the local quick trip, sushi joint or grocery store. The original poster also cross posted this to the Neighborhood app (or FB (?)- this is where I saw the post initially) noting that the police were called but would be late to arrive so she left (they were late to arrive because they were looking for the gentleman that did it). She notes that nothing was stolen. Beyond this, the child was clearly in attendance for a couple of years (per her timeline). I would doubt that if she felt her child was unsafe for so many years she would have kept her child enrolled for that long. It also appears the child tested out end of summer and moved on (likely more advanced and above their peers) and she was refunded the month for her distress this caused her. Seemingly appropriately handled to me... Little Scholars goes above and beyond for children, families and community. We couldn't be happier with our choice, and I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a safe, nurturing, and academically advanced start for their child. I can't wait to enroll my second when she's of age. Take a tour and see for yourself!

We love this school and are beyond grateful for the teachers involved. Our six year old has…read moreimproved her reading by leaps and bounds, while her younger sister developed great communication at four years old. We highly recommend it to any parent with young children.

I've had 3 children attend this school. My oldest attended from August 2023 through May 2025. My 3…read moreyear old twins are currently students. This has been such an amazing community for our family to be a part of. The teachers are incredible, kind, intelligent, and patient. The classrooms make space for the kids to learn and grow while having fun. My kids are happy at drop off every day. They love how much time they get to spend outside. Its been everything a mom could hope for. I love the updates and photos they share throughout the day and how open they are to parents being a part of the school. My kids are thriving thanks to HMS! Thank you for all you do, Bri, Paige, Alison, and Jacklyn!

We have been at PCA for over a year and absolutely love it. I highly recommend. Teachers are so…read morewarm and caring I could not ask for a better place for my kids. We unfortunately have to move our kids closer to home which is such a difficult decision I had to make and wish I didn't have to. Wanted to shout out to Ms. Angie, Kaylee, Ms. Carmen and Ms. Mari. These people are amazing and so supportive. Ms. Carmen is such a kind and caring teacher to my 4 year old. I'm seriously bawling my eyes out having to take my kids to a different school due to commute.

We are so grateful for the wonderful care our daughter receives at Phoenix. Children's Academy…read more The entire staff, from the front desk team to the chef, teachers, and faculty, have made us feel at ease every day. We love and appreciate everyone there and highly recommend them for all your child's needs. Thank you for everything you do!

We've had a great experience at Great Beginnings over the past three years. Our daughter has had…read morewonderful teachers and positive experiences throughout her time there. The staff is caring, communicative, and does a great job keeping parents updated on behaviors and daily activities. The facility is always clean, the families are great, and they do an excellent job encouraging creativity and imagination with the kids. We originally chose them because of the caring staff and convenient hours, and we've been very happy with our decision.

My daughter has been attending Great Beginnings Preschool since she was a year and a half old, and…read moreI truly cannot say enough amazing things about them. The staff not only care deeply about the children, but their communication with parents is absolutely top tier. I have always felt informed, supported, and included. Every teacher and staff member we've encountered has been wonderful. They handle my daughter with so much patience, kindness, and understanding. Because of their dedication, she has exceeded milestones and is so far ahead for her age academically and socially. We are beyond grateful for the love, structure, and education they provide. I highly recommend Great Beginnings to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching environment for their child.