Great teachers and an incredibly kind, welcoming staff. From the moment you walk in, you can feel…read morethat the school truly cares about the students and their success. The teachers are patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping every child learn and grow. The staff is always friendly, helpful, and makes both parents and students feel comfortable. What stands out the most is how excited my kids are to go to school every single day. They come home happy, talking about what they learned, and looking forward to the next day. That alone says a lot about the positive environment the school has created. It is clear that the school focuses not only on academics but also on building confidence, character, and a love of learning. We are very grateful to be part of such a supportive and caring school community. I highly recommend this school to any family looking for a place where their children will feel valued, encouraged, and excited to learn.

If you are thinking of sending your child to Goddard Deerfield, please read this review and…read moreconsider other options. About us: Hard working blue collar parents of 2 kids and one more on the way in July 2022. Our daughter attended Goddard Deerfield for over 1 year and we initially enrolled our son to start in August of 2022. Problems: The owners of this location, Jane and Genia, consider your child a walking dollar sign and nothing else. They will put the economics of getting every dollar out of you rather than creating a safe environment for your child or respecting any of your parental concerns. The situation and response: Goddard's AC system had broken during a 90+ degree week. Goddard has no extra classrooms so their response was to have the children in the classroom at that temperature for 30-40 mins at a time. We decided to not send our daughter to school until the AC situation was fixed due to extreme heat and ventilation issues that could lead to spread of COVID (my wife is currently pregnant with a high risk pregnancy). The AC repair took over 9 days and no surprise, there was a COVID case in the classroom during this time. This left our daughter out of school where we had to pay for additional childcare for 2 weeks. We reached out to the owners for a credit of our tuition for the time and that is when Jane's true colors showed. Over a phone call a screaming and angry Jane claimed: -"AC breaking is an Act of God and that they had to pay $5,000 to repair it so they are not liable." -"It builds character for children to be in that heat because life isn't always perfect" -When I told her again that my wife was pregnant and our own doctor said this an unneeded risk. Jane claimed "COVID is overblown and it's just an excuse now. My sister in law had COVID during her pregnancy and was fine, so your wife shouldn't be worried" We were so shocked by this response. After that last bizarre call, my wife had a 1-1 in person conversation where Jane took ownership of the things she said but the damage had been done. We knew our daughter would not be safe in their hands and that ownership would potentially target our children. Even worse ownership behavior: Our daughter stopped attending Goddard in June and our son was enrolled for upcoming August start - we asked what the process is for terminating enrollment and how we would receive our refund of enrollment fees and they took that as an opportunity to immediately cancel his enrollment, keep the enrollment fees, and take money from another family to fill his spot. Not only did they not return the money, they cancelled his enrollment and filled his spot in a breach of their own enrollment document/parent handbook. We now have to consult a legal expert to recoup our fees. I am a small business owner myself and would never ever target or leave a negative review unless it was 100% necessary to warn others. There are other schools in the area that will look after your child, look elsewhere. During the last few months of dealing with Goddard I felt like a failure of a parent to have not seen the other red flags and cannot believe I allowed my child to be in the care of Goddard Deerfield. The worst part of it all is that this is all I know about, what about all the other things that may have happened while my daughter attended school here that owners with this character may have put their own business in front of my child or any child? If you think maybe this is a one off situation and your child could be okay, Google search "Goddard Deerfield Indeed reviews" to see how their own teachers review the school. It is very evident that this is a common theme. Reach out to me if you have concerns as I have documentation of all of this.

When we moved to Northbrook in mid-2022, we left an amazing daycare in the city and were…read moreheartbroken to move our daughter out of the care of the people who had helped us raise her for almost two years. We came to Guidepost on a referral from friends who attended and it has been nothing short of a truly wonderful experience. We did not come here as Montessori-fanatics, but quickly realized what wonders it was doing for our child. Her growth, sense of independence, and creativity have flourished here. All of her teachers have been loving, attentive, and communicative. Abbey and Christine, the school leadership, are always reachable and open to discussions when I have questions/feedback. We love sending our daughter here because she know she is safe, loved, and engaged in her learning. We would absolutely recommend Guidepost Deerbrook to any family looking for a home for their child!

We've been with the Guidepost for a couple of months and it's been an outstanding experience!…read moreTeachers and staff are friendly and resourceful, and communication is prompt and clear. I compared over 10 daycares thoroughly prior to sending him here and I'm very happy with my decision. I love that my little one does a variety of creative and fun activities daily with Montessori philosophy as a foundation. I feel sincere care and love from the teachers and staff here, and I appreciate the teachers taking the time to do a parent-teacher conference to share detailed feedback on the child. It helps parents understand where we can better support him to enjoy his day and grow. I also like that the school puts lots of effort into building a community. The monthly gatherings/ events for families and kids, sending out weekly newsletters, and having a FB family communication page... they go above and beyond! I highly recommend Guidepost to my family and friends!

We've had a great experience with this daycare/pre-school. The space and approach are…read moreMontessori-inspired and there's a focus on sensory play. I love that my kids get to spend lots of time outside, with routine trips to the beach, the park, and the library. Teachers are caring and thoughtful. My now 7 year old has great memories from Our School Haus and is always excited to visit. My 4 year old asks to go to school, and my 2 year old adapted to school within a week! Our School Haus is a little hidden gem in Highland Park.

This was mine and my daughter's favorite daycare. She liked it because she got to create very…read moreinteresting projects, made lots of friends and went on interesting walks to the library and the beach. I really liked it because I knew that my daughter got a lot of individualized attention and care. She also had an excellent balance between academics and play where she learned a lot and was prepared for school, but also spent a lot of time playing and developing social skills. The day care is located near a beautiful beach, Highland Park library and downtown which makes it easy to take trips to the beach, library or other interesting places in downtown Highland Park. If you have young kids and in search of a home daycare, I highly recommend Our School Haus.

Ronda is great! Both my kids have gone there so have been with her for 5 years. Smaller at home…read moredaycare where the kids get plenty of attention and love. Relaxed environment but the kids still learn a lot. Feels like family. My oldest started at 6 weeks old and Ronda got her on a schedule so quickly it was wonderful. Highly recommended!!

From the owner: Small home setting for Infant and Toddler care. Loving home…read moreenvironment with many fun, age appropriate learning activities provided each day. Indoor/outdoor play. Nutritious meals and snacks provided. Infant CPR & First Aid Certified DCFS Licenced

very good place. i feel very safe leaving my little one here. the staff truly cares for the…read morekiddos.

Very professional and kind teachers! Super clean facility! Strong curriculum. Highly recommended!read more

My son is in wonderful care at Bright Horizons. He gets to try so many new things, he has made…read moreadorable friendships, and has developed amazing social, emotional, and physical skills thanks to the great programming and teachers. I couldn't be more grateful. I'll always treasure his time at Bright Horizons and I try to recommend it to all my new mom friends!

I cannot say enough about the incredible experiences that our family has had at Bright Horizons at…read moreLake Cook. The teachers are wonderful - I have always felt there has been an open dialogue between his teachers, directors and I about my child's development. Not only do we have the opportunity to engage daily, but regular conferences are also available where together we come up with a plan if one is needed. The curriculum and the activities keep my son engaged and he is growing, learning and developing every day. Nothing makes me happier than the excitement my son has on a daily basis when it is time to go to school. For anyone looking for a day care that is filled with teachers who love what they do and want to make an impact on children and a great curriculum this is the place for you!

We love this daycare. My daughter has been there for almost 3 years and we are bringing our new…read moreaddition to the center later this year. They are fantastic. Maria the center director is very helpful and very family focused. The center is a solid mix, focusing on early learning, but also nurturing the child and my child loves it. The teachers are so wonderful and there is a good diverse mix. It's just a really great experience.

From the owner: At Bright Horizons, our Discovery Driven Learning® approach makes early learning an adventure…read more Visit us to find out how we nurture your child's natural curiosity, focus on what interests them most, encourage learning through play, and help them get ready for school success. Bright Horizons child care centers, preschools and schools include a premier early education curriculum and knowledgeable educators and teachers who meet the needs of children at every age and stage. At Bright Horizons, you'll find infant or toddler care, preschool and pre K programs, kindergarten, elementary schools, and Montessori schools. We also understand the many needs of working parents.

My daughter is in the parent tot program, Gilgool, and we love it. Her teachers, Ms Cherene and Ms…read moreSheryl, are the best. Such a loving and nurturing environment that really encourages social emotional development and a strong feeling of community.

I am writing this review so other families can be aware of what happened to us…read more My family began planning our move several months ago, and in August, we contacted Children's Land to secure a January start date for our daughter. We toured the center, submitted all required paperwork, and followed every step exactly as instructed. The previous director personally reassured us that our daughter would definitely have a spot in January, even after she transitioned to another location. Because of this reassurance, we planned our relocation, work schedules, and childcare arrangements around this enrollment. However, in mid-December, just weeks before the planned start date, after we brough our kid to touch base this place, we received an unexpected email from the new director stating that there was no availability for the Two-Year-Old program -- with no explanation, no acknowledgment of prior communication, and no alternative options offered. When I asked for clarification, her response was simply that she was "not aware of previous conversations," and that "typically enrollment begins with a tour." What was even more shocking is that she considered our brief visit last Friday -- which was meant to be a transition visit for our daughter -- as a "tour" that supposedly starts the enrollment process. If this is the case, it implies that after a director change, families must restart the entire enrollment process from the beginning, regardless of months of prior communication, paperwork, or commitments. This is not only ridiculous, but extremely unprofessional and unfair to families who plan responsibly and rely on the center's guidance. The new director's position seems to be that all prior communication "does not count" unless it went through her, essentially erasing months of work, promises, and planning. The tone was dismissive and lacked basic empathy for the situation that her own center created. I understand that childcare availability can be limited, but what was most disappointing was the lack of transparency, poor internal communication, and the absence of courtesy in how this was handled. No family should be told "you have no spot" at the last minute after being reassured for months. I sincerely hope Children's Land will improve their internal processes, director handoffs, and communication with families so that others do not experience the same disruption and frustration. We started from August, and now ended up with no spot. Thank you for letting me your dark side as this is trult not professional.

I feel lucky to have both my kids enrolled in Children's Land at Lincolnshire…read more Irina, the Director, has everything well organized. The staff there really take good care of your children and my kids love them. The daily routine is well mixed with various activities and learning. Another great thing is that they serve breakfast until 9AM!