my daughter Lena has been going here for almost 2 years now and she absolutely loves it. she loves…read moreher teacher and the rest of the staff and really looks forward to the structured curriculum that they offer. I love the hours that they have and the fact that they do breakfast snack and lunch along with nap times. I highly recommend them to anyone and everyone I know who has kids at the right age.

Kiddie Castle has been owned by the same family, the Hyder's, for over 20 years. They are good…read morepeople who genuinely care about children. They are continuously improving the center. The center has a very pleasant atmosphere with playgrounds on the facility that have lots of trees. The three and four year old wing is being completely renovated. The director has a very pleasant and professional disposition and the teachers are always friendly and interacting with the children. My daughter absolutely loves to go there. It seems like she fit-right-in! They provide breakfast and lunch and are on the food program. They have a curriculum schedule for each age group so as to provide age appropriate activities. They are bilingual as well. I would highly recommend Kiddie Castle to anyone that needs a good daycare.

I am beyond pleased with Stepping Stone School! My daughter has attended since she was just six…read moreweeks old and is now two years old, and it truly speaks volumes that the majority of her teachers from earlier classrooms are still there. Every morning when we walk in, my daughter is greeted with so much love from Miss Emily. They even talk about Miss Emily's four cats, which always brings a smile to my daughter's face and makes her feel so comfortable and connected. Throughout the day, Mrs. Chelsie often stops by her classroom to visit, take pictures, and share updates with me, which means so much. As a single mom and a natural worrier, having that consistent communication gives me such peace of mind. I genuinely have no worries when my daughter is at Stepping Stone. They truly treat us like family with daily updates, check-ins, and even phone calls when my daughter misses a day to make sure everything is okay. At Stepping Stone, my child is never forgotten and is always well cared for by every teacher she encounters. Mrs. Melissa has also left a lasting impression on my baby girl. Even after transitioning classrooms, she continues to check in on her, making sure she's doing well and thriving. I am incredibly grateful for the love, care, and dedication shown to my daughter and our family. Stepping Stone School is truly a special place.

If I could give fewer than one star, I would. This review reflects my personal experience as a…read morelongtime parent at this daycare and my opinion after several years of repeated concerns about safety, supervision, and communication. In my experience, supervision has often seemed inconsistent, and I have personally felt uneasy about how safety situations were handled. On one occasion, my child managed to leave the classroom area unnoticed, which was extremely upsetting. While staff responded once they were aware, I was left feeling that better safeguards were needed. During another incident a few years ago, I witnessed a staff disagreement that happened in front of families. It was very uncomfortable and left me questioning how well the administration manages staff and parent communication. In my opinion, classrooms often appear overcrowded and understaffed. I've observed one teacher overseeing a large group of children, and I've heard staff express frustration about not having enough help. Because of this, I've felt that my children weren't receiving the attention or care I would expect, especially given the cost of tuition. My younger child often came home needing a diaper change after long days, which made me concerned about how often he was being checked. Despite bringing this up with leadership multiple times, I didn't notice improvement. On another occasion, he was hurt while playing, and I felt that the follow-up communication could have been handled more carefully. I've also noticed several facility issues -- such as unlocked windows and peeling paint -- that made me uneasy. When I mentioned these to the director, I didn't feel confident that they were promptly addressed. Over the past year, I've been contacted by licensing agencies and have also reached out to the corporate office myself because I felt local leadership was not resolving issues effectively. In my opinion, the facility's priorities seem to focus more on image and parent reviews than on meaningful changes to support children and teachers. I was even asked to post a positive review, which made me uncomfortable given my experience. For a program that is among the most expensive in the area, I expected a safe, nurturing, and well-managed environment. Unfortunately, my personal experience has been the opposite -- disorganized classrooms, inconsistent supervision, and leadership that feels overwhelmed. Parents considering this center should, in my opinion, visit in person, ask questions about safety procedures and staffing, and make an informed decision based on what they see and feel comfortable with. I wish I had done the same much sooner.

Awesome school, great education and teachers who care. Our whole family loves Allen! Small Class…read moresizes lead to your child receiving individualized education and better results.

I attended Allen Academy for many years and graduated from there, and I can strongly say, apart…read morefrom the few teachers who are very kind, Allen Academy is a horrible option for any kid over 5th grade. They don't give you the "college readiness" they boast about, and many end up not knowing anything in college. Many are found being overlooked and disrespected by the school at every turn, ruining their confidence. The teachers give out free A's, and you have to put in absolutely no effort for a good grade, and it ends up being extremely hard when college comes around, because you've learned no material and no work ethic. In addition, Allen makes some horrible staff choices, and even when called out by all students and many parents, they refuse to do anything about it and blame it on the students. They put on a perfect act, but once you go to the school, it shuts off, and they only care about money. Allen Academy ruined high school for me and I wouldn't recommend it for any middle/high school students.

I've had two kiddos attend this school and I cannot sing their praises enough! My oldest went into…read morekindergarten and exceeded the expectations for that level of education. I really feel that the experience has helped both of my children reach their potential.

Amazing teachers and environment! They really take care and care for my child. They go above and…read morebeyond for what his needs. It's the only place I trust with my son.

My grand children have been going there for over 3 years: one for Day care and one for after…read moreschool. They both love it. Staff seem caring and attentive. As for languages, staff are primarily Spanish speaking, but fluent in English; I don't see much Chinese language education, but they may have staff who are fluent in mandarin. The academy provides a bus to pick kids up from their schools for the after school program, which makes it very convenient. My older grand son takes the bus in the afternoon and spends the next 2-3 hours at MLA playing, eating a snack, and most importantly doing homework. He is now in 4th grade and he gets virtual all his homework done there. I would definitely recommend this place.

This preschool is amazing! The director and entire staff are so nurturing and attentive to the…read morekids. My son gets a big hug everyday at drop-off and pick-up and has NEVER cried when I've dropped him off. For me, that's a huge sign of a positive environment. We've been through several daycare/preschools and have always felt the staff was just "punching the clock". At MA, the staff seems to genuinely love children AND coming to work everyday! I did a lot of research before moving to CS, and this was the only preschool in town that taught English, Spanish and Mandarin! My 2nd grader also does after-school here and they have a tutor to help with Spanish and Mandarin homework too. Also, they send daily pics of your kiddo, which I absolutely love.

I love the KinderCare location and so do my kiddos. The staff is very friendly and when I drop my…read morelil ones off I trust that they are in good hands. They always have tons of activities for the kids. A great place

My daughter and son loves their school. For a very small and older building, the directors and…read moreteachers do a really great job with keeping the center clean and safe.

My granddaughter attends this school. She is always so happy to see her teachers and friends !read more

One of the best decisions we have made as parents has been enrolling our kid in Kiddie Academy. For…read morethe past two years, our kid was enrolled in one of the top rated daycare's in the area, but our experience there did not corroborate that of a top daycare. We were starting to get discouraged that there weren't any good daycare's out there, and then we found Kiddie Academy. The staff is friendly, the teachers are energetic and very attentive to the kids, the facility is clean and perfect for the constant changing needs of kids as they grow, and on top of all that you get camera access to see your kid whenever you want!

This is such a great school! They focus on discovery and hands on learning, not paperwork.read more

We first met Ms. Nazneen, Ms. Rania, Ms. Wendi and Ms. Salwa (just a few to name) back in 2017 when…read morewe transitioned our first son to SWLC. We quickly fell in love with everyone there, as it was so easy to see the love and passion they have for children. It was a bittersweet ending when our last experiences were during Covid, as our son transitioned to Kindergarten. With all of the unknown and drive-by drop offs, the staff continued to make all things wonderful and happy for the kiddos. Even the drive-by graduation was so meaningful. Fast forward eight years and our newest addition has entered the world. When I heard that SWLC had added an infant room, I was immediately there to sign us up. And who all do I see when I go? The same Ms. Nazneen, Ms. Rania, Ms. Wendi and Ms. Salwa that I had after all those years! That alone speaks volumes about a daycare facility and not once have I questioned putting this son there. They are a true blessing, along with all other staff who have made us feel so welcome this time around! We are beyond blessed to be back for a second lap at Southwood Learning Center and look forward to continuing current relationships and developing new ones with all the staff and families.

Always blown away at how loved my children are at this school and how much they learn!read more

Saint Michael's is a small private school that has done an amazing job of creating a top-tier…read moreacademic education tailored specifically to my child. The school covers pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, and there is an attached preschool. The focus is on academics, and that focus is laid out in the Mission Statement: "...We are committed to academic excellence and the growth of each child in learning, character, and faith." The teachers really make an effort to teach the children and to help the children learn on their own. We love the teachers, and our child is incredibly happy with them and the school. He especially enjoys teaching us French and Spanish, as well as helping us review math concepts. One of the best parts about the school is that, due to the small size, policies can be changed based on parent suggestions. This benefit affects small things like changes to the uniform, and very significant things like whether a child would better learn with an individual lesson plan or by attending a different grade for a specific subject. Another benefit of being a private school is that a significant portion of the current kindergarten class is just barely too young to enter kindergarten in public schools, but is academically and socially ready for kindergarten work. They have a beautiful new multi-use building (including gym). The multi-use building is the site of drop-off and pick-up, so kids that get picked up after 5pm are often playing in the gym during that time. The school also has daily chapel, though children of all faiths are welcome. Full tuition is less than, or in-line with, many of the other private schools in the area, with discounts for prepayment and/or multiple kids from the same family. Significant amounts of financial aid are also available. Between 1995 and 2010, the Head of School position changed eight times, causing a drop in enrollment that has finally reversed with consistency. This drop in enrollment has had negative effects on the school's cash-flow. The current semester (Fall 2011) has seen a flood of negative publicity with the inaccurate message that the school is currently closing. Actually, fundraisers have already raised a significant chunk of the necessary funds for this academic year, and plans are being put in place to restructure the school's finances to prevent this issue from recurring. Saint Michael's is a great school, and we strongly recommend it for parents who are focused on academics and families who could benefit from a small school environment. Disclaimer: I have met several times with members of the school Board, have volunteered my time assisting with a committee looking at the school's finances, and have donated time and money to the school. I am not an employee of the school, nor have I received any sort of compensation from the school.

As a former employee, I strongly encourage you to send your child somewhere else. They have always…read morebeen in financial struggle and see every child as a dollar sign. The headmaster and daycare director do not really care about the children. I have heard such phrases as "trash" and "her mother is a b****" when talking about kids and thier parents. Kids that are sick are not sent home when they should be. Since there are several daycares and schools in B/CS, I suggest you pick one that treats kids and parents with respect.