This church really tries to follow the teachings of Christ with community involvement, welcoming to…read moreall and opportunities for people to grow and learn in Jesus. I've been to Catholic churches in many states and countries, from ones that were still pre-Vatican in their methods to some that were strictly following the Baltimore catechism, and this one really has truly stood out as wanting to do the right thing for all and reach out beyond its doors. This place has even gotten me to sing in church! I highly recommend getting involved here.

After the Franciscan Friars left this Church has had way too many Priests and Pastors. St. Francis…read moreseems to be controlled by women instead of the actual Priests. The music is too lay in my opinion and too feminine . There is no masculine element. Also it's a barebones Church almost resembling a Protestant Church. There are no kneelers like at any normal Catholic Church. This is the only Church in the triangle that prays the Synod. They have become very liberal and less traditional. They don't do the initial act of contrition but rather sing. Try St. Catherine or St. Luke if you want a more traditional mass.

We didn't realize how sought after this school was when we signed our son up. I have nothing but…read moreamazing things to say about Maracas. Our son was only supposed to go there for 1 year but we loved it so much and it was SO good for him, that we delayed him starting kindergarten by a year. In total, he spent 2 yrs there. He started knowing no Spanish (my husband and I don't speak Spanish) and he ended with a really solid understanding of the language. So much so, that when we went to Spain this summer, locals were impressed with his accent and his ability to speak the language. We actually had no particular interest in him learning a Language, but we really wanted to get him into a Montessori school. This school was amazing for his confidence. He started off as a shy, difficult boy who hated his previous preschool. He blossomed beyond our expectations there. He was more than ready (& not only willing, but excited) to go to kindergarten. He loved his time at Maracas. The staff are amazing and caring and it is such a sweet school that I will always hold very dear. I cannot recommend Maracas Montessori enough. Any child that goes there is a very lucky child.

From the owner: Our mission at Maracas Montessori is to enrich children by providing opportunities to strengthen…read moreall areas of their development in a comprehensive way, creating a safe and intentionally designed environment where they can discover the pleasure of learning. All of this is achieved through a Montessori program fully immersed in the Spanish language.

After having such a bad experience with previous daycares The Learning Experience has been a breath…read moreof fresh air. The staff has been kind and welcoming es my son's Teacher Ms. Diamond, she has been so patient and attentive as well as her co teacher Ms. Hailey couldn't have asked for a better environment for my son to flourish in. Definitely worth the investment!

The Learning Experience is a place that I highly would recommend! Being first time parents, we…read morewanted to ensure that we found a great fit for our son, who started with TLE at 6 months. We set up several tours, and decided on TLE, because we were impressed with the cleanliness, a clearly stated curriculum that involved both sign language and spanish, the bright, open, and colorful rooms, and loved how the owner took her time to explain how they worked, and what to expect so that we felt very comfortable leaving our son in their care. The staff is CPR certified, SIDS certified and have an Early Childhood Education background. They have indoor and outdoor areas for play. The outside area is covered and has plenty of equipment. Inside, they have a play room that looks like a little town with a slide for rainy days. We've been beyond thrilled with our decision. Each time you go to pick up your child, you have a key fab to open the secured doors, safety is big here. When you see your child in the classroom, the teachers always seem to be very involved. They don't sit back and just let your child play. Numerous times I walked in to the teacher holding my son, with his head on her shoulder, as happy as can be. This showed me she truly loved her job, and that he felt safe and secure in her arms. I also walked in to find her singing the wheels on the bus, as they danced and did hand signals, art time, and outdoor play. At the end of the day, you get a sheet that explains what your child did for the day. This includes the food they ate, and amount, their potty breaks, nap time, what they were learning that day, sign language for the week, anything needed from the parent to bring in like diapers or wipes, and their mood for the day. The learning section was always impressive to me. It is very detailed and my son seems to be ahead of the curve learning wise, which I can thank TLE for. As far as the price goes, it falls in line with others in the area, and the location is conveniently off of Glenwood Avenue, or the back way, Leesville Road. The owner, Ms. Jane has made this place what it is with love and heart. Jane knows every child and parents name, and has an open door policy. She can be seen in the classrooms, outside, and in the hallways. Having a visible owner who is involved is important to us. Being at TLE has made me feel like a part of a big family. Ms. Jane and the teachers very much love their children as if they are their own. Parents and staff are all a team, and the relationships built here are genuine. Obviously, I cannot say enough great things about this daycare. I have very high expectations when it comes to care for my son, which is why I felt the need to express my happiness here. Thank you to TLE for meeting and surpassing my expectations!

My son absolutely loves going to school, thanks to his wonderful teachers, Ms Jessica and Ms…read moreCecilia. He has learned so much since being there and they are truly such kind and amazing teachers. The consistent updates on his naps, meals, education, etc. and also constant pictures of him having fun and learning makes me feel confident that my son is in the best hands possible.

A friendly, neighborhood PE-backed daycare…read more Even though our in-person visit was a bit of a mixed bag, we went ahead and paid the $100 "registration" fee to join the waitlist because nothing says confidence like paying for the privilege of waiting. Chesterbrook assured us we'd likely get in within about six months. Fast-forward seven months: we received an email letting us know we won't be getting off the waitlist after all. But no worries- Chesterbrook (and their capital partner, Primavera Capital Group) has generously volunteered to keep our $100 registration fee for "safe keeping." So unless you've got the right connections and can pull some strings, save yourself the donation and don't bother.

Enrolling our toddler son (at 20 months) at IPR has been the best thing we have ever done for him…read more He goes half-days in the Kenya (2s) classroom. IPR is a highly structured curriculum, that truly prepares your child for kindergarten. The 2s students color, paint, do art projects, play outside, celebrate holidays around the world, and learn letters and numbers, daily. We are so impressed with how much my son has learned in just a few months already. We love that the students wear uniforms daily. His teachers have many years of experience teaching 2-5 year olds, and they give my son individualized attention. I could not be happier with the education my son is receiving at IPR!

Sent my kid to this school based on the recommendation of a friend. We lasted one year. I found…read morethis school to be much more interested in my kid meeting milestones than actually learning or enjoying themselves while they learn. My kid did not like it and didn't want to go every day and they were actually doing well. Teachers told me they put some kids in time out every day. Time out for a 2 yo is harmful. I also found it sad how many kids cried the entire first week of school and then again when they returned after winter break. It was hard to see.

After having my daughter in another preschool we put my son there too. He cried every single day!!…read moreHowever, at Soapstone he has never shed the first tear! He has been there for four years and is now in the transition class. He begs to go every day and we have loved every single teacher there! It is a church preschool but it is not fire and brimstone as my daughter's was. They sent home a find the objects worksheet when she was 4 that had her find the bloody nails in Jesus' hands, the crown of thorns, and the faces in the fire. Really? at 4? Soapstone has always been age appropriate and teaches with love and compassion! You will not regret checking out this amazing place for your child!

From the owner: Soapstone Preschool is a ministry of Soapstone United Methodist Church offering genuine love and…read morecare to children and families in a safe, nurturing Christian environment. We believe every child is special and we strive to help them grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically, and mentally. Learning is fostered through age-appropriate learning centers and hands-on activities that encourage positive socialization with teachers and peers. Parent involvement is vital and we welcome them as partners in our preschool family. Our History: Soapstone Preschool began in 1991 as a cooperative Mother's Morning Out program one day a week. Over the past twenty years, the preschool has grown and evolved. Currently there are 12 classes with 110 children enrolled and a staff of 22. We are looking forward to the 2017-2018 school year as we serve our church and community. It's exciting to watch our program grow throughout the years and to realize how much God has richly blessed us.

Welcoming, kind, safe environment. Thank you, Ms. Aimee, for such a wonderful experience for our 2…read moreyear old!

From the owner: Child Care, Preschool ages 1-3read more

I'm writing this because I'm just so impressed with this school. La Shaun greeted me and took me on…read morea tour of the school, understanding that I was sort of in an urgent / rush situation but I also wanted to make sure I was making the right decision. I accepted a job thinking I had daycare for my 17 month old secured, and last minute - I didn't. I was freaking out now because all the schools I'd reviewed on NC Division of Child Development and Early Education were packed and didn't have any open spaces for my child. I'm so glad that this worked out the way that it did. I met La Shaun who was so comforting, knowledgeable, charismatic and understanding. All the teachers made it a point to say hi to me and to my daughter. I called my fiancé and told him how it went and made the decision in the parking lot that this was the perfect spot! I also met my daughters teacher who was very welcoming and cheerful, just an outgoing, cool teacher (Mrs. Helen) (forgot to mention that before). When I went to drop off my child off for "Discovery Day" I met the district manager Mrs Lucy- she was the icing on the cake. Just made me feel so so at ease. I was feeling a little nervous/sad obviously dropping her off and her taking the time to sit and talk to me and make sure all my paperwork was filed out and all my questions were answered. I can only speak on how they got me in the door, but I will say I've never been so impressed. Ms. Cory was also very sweet. She was really involved in the classrooms and that made my heart smile. We didn't get to speak for long but I was happy seeing her in action with the kids and the daycare. Much respect for that. They def exceeded any expectations. Hoping to a great future relationship together!

From the owner: Infant Programs (6 Weeks - 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 - 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2…read more- 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 - 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 - 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5-12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)

I have never had such a unpleasant experience with a school before. My son is in the spectrum and…read morehe's only 2.5 years old and since day 1 they complained about everything he was doing. Before even go there I called and I made sure they accepted kids with autism before enrolling my kid and they said they did. The way the staff at the entrance talk to you feels passive/aggressive, everything they have going to inform you is dramatic, even if I had to buy wipes because I forgot to get them. I was going to find another school for him because the first day they called me saying it was too difficult to take care of my son and that I had to go pick him up. When I got there I said ok, then I'll find other school for him and I won't enroll my kid here. They convince me to stay and this woman said they'd do their very best to help him. Today, 2 weeks later he got kicked out and my son has mild autism just to make this clear. Its heart breaking as a first time mother to go through this situation. My point is... if a school says they accept kids with autism how come nobody in the staff even know what autism is or know basic information about this? If your kid has special needs I highly recommend you to find another place that is more open and patience for kids with special conditions.

We loved the Goddard School Raleigh - North! Two of our children attended the school and loved it…read more Some of our favorite things about the school are how friendly everyone is, how supportive the entire team is in helping our children learn and grow, and the quality of the programs. A special thank you to Malay and Vineeta who are fantastic business owners. Malay always greeted us by name (both us and our children) which made Goddard feel more like family than a school! All of the staff would talk with our children whether they were their direct teachers or not. It's the kind of environment I felt proud to have my children be in every day.