As an educator, I truly understand the importance of a strong foundation in a child's early years…read moreand that's exactly why we chose Londonderry Montessori for our children. It's simply the best school to prepare young learners for a successful educational journey. The staff is exceptional... dedicated, nurturing, and deeply knowledgeable. I can't compliment them enough. Their commitment to each child's growth, both academically and personally, is evident in everything they do. Many of us in education have entrusted Londonderry with our own children because we knew they would be in the best hands. The environment is structured, yet warm and inspiring, exactly what young minds need to thrive. If you're looking for a place where your child will be both loved and challenged, Londonderry Montessori is it. - Heather B

This is a wonderful school. I really love the cleanliness and hands on approach the students have…read more They are starting a new curriculum that they implement Spanish learning. The teachers are wonderful. And the staff are really great to work with. They really build a great relationship with the families my This is a uniform school, which is my favorite. The overall tuition is one of the cheaper schools for preschool. I strongly recommend this school for anyone looking for a place to start their childrens learning experience.

St. Timothy's Children's Center is located in the St. Timothy's Lutheran Church in Goose Creek…read more It's a mighty fine preschool that our daughter started the beginning of this month and we are very please so far. The teachers and staff here have been great to us and our daughter, she has made some new friends and is learning to socialize with other children. The pricing is great, a little below average pricing for preschools in the area. I guess my only gripe is the preschool meets 8am til 12pm; I would rather school start at 7:30 and go all day so it didn't interfere with my work schedule. But I do understand that's how most preschools are and we are lucky and happy to have found St. Timothy's.

PARENTS BEWARE PART 2…read more School is about to start and I have made it a mission to educate anyone on Northside Christian School. Please understand I am passionate about the learning process and I respect the teaching field. Trust me when I say do your research and ask other parents/students who don't attend church and/or work there how far behind in technology most of the teachers are and how the school don;t have the staff or administration to hold the teachers accountable to following a structured teaching guide that good for the student that does not plan to go onto Bod Jones Christina college. BEWARE of Mr. Rysta he is a awful non-caring teacher. This is the prime example of a teacher who has tenure in the school and doesn't care what is best for the student but what is more convenient for him. Is totally opposed to communicating with parents who want to be involved and asks for conferences to discuss any concerns that may highlight what he is lacking. This school totally changed my childs personality. The kid who always happy and smiling was often sad and felt like he was being ignored by some of his teachers. He would express they would ignore him trying to raise his hand and get help for classwork. When I asked him what was the problem he would say too many students in one class. I was told there would be smaller classes so that was a lie that was told to make us feel comfortable. There is only one set of teachers for each grade and that teacher will teach more than one class so of course they would be exhausted and ignoring students. I just want to avoid any parent from thinking they found a great school that will be a great educational institution for their child to understand this school is not what they sell you and I be the reviews are from church members. I have spoken to others who felt the same way but instead of taking time to write about it in the comment section they just talk about it and leave it at that. I on the other feel that it is my duty to let other's know really what is happening once you commit and start paying the tuition. If you feel that I am upset or my child has problems totally not the case. He is a bright kid and was totally broken while he was here. He completed the year and we decided to enroll him at another school where he can enjoy the learning process with people who care about the children and have a heart for teaching, I have NEVER experienced such a God awful experience in any of my other children who have been in Christian schools for 1/2 of their education.

My kids love this school! They are very involved in the athletics and fine arts programs. They've…read moremade some wonderful, life-long friends. It is so nice for my children to be able to attend a school that not only cares about my children's education, but also about their character.

The NCUMC Learning Center has a new name and a dynamic new image to match. With the hiring of a…read morenew director in July 2012, the pre-school and kindergarten programs have once again reached sought-after status in the Charleston area. Under the new leadership, all pre-school and kindergarten classes have new focus on academics geared to the need of each child. In addition, the school lunch program is now master-minded by a graduate of Johnson and Wales Culinary Institute, whose attention to fresh fruits and vegetables is evident in every lunch served. Along with a complete renovation of the Learning Center facility, a new playground with the latest in surfacing (astro-turf over a padded sub-surfacing) will be in place by the end of April 2013. I wish I had pre-school-age grandchildren who could learn, play, and be cared for in this thoroughly re-newed facility.

My daughter Destinee' Sweet attends Northwood Academy. On yesterday 11/4/2020 my 12 year old…read moredaughter was a Victim of Extreme and Excessive Racial Bullying. Three Caucasian boys in her 7th grade class called her "Nigger" MULTIPLE times! She is the only African American student in the class. She along with other students who witnessed this disgusting act of racism told the teachers Mrs. Harbor and Mr. White who reported the boys to the principal immediately! The principal Mr. Combs called my husband's phone and stated in a voicemail "I'm calling to report a situation not a bad one though, we've handled it and all, but 2 boys called your daughter the N word...we've handled it by suspending these boys for 2 days so that they can sit home and think about their behavior they will return to school on the following Tuesday." Issue #1: HE DID NOT CALL THE PRIMARY NUMBER ON THE PROFILE! Which is my number. (843.751.5887) Issue #2: HE THOUGHT AN AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT BEING CALLED A "NIGGER" was not a bad situation. Issue #3: Northwood Academy Does not have a 0 tolerance for Racism in place in the student handbook! Issue #4: ONLY 2 days suspension then the boys would be right back in the same classroom with my daughter by next week and subject her to the same acts of racism all over again. Issue #5: Northwood Academy has Administrators who Advocate for Racism and are not able to make sound decisions due to the "Buddy System" that is in place at this Academy. Both Principals at the Upper School allow a personal relationship with one of the violators parent's who also works at the school to avoid handling a very serious situation as if it was a normal situation. When I arrived at the school, the Head Principal Dr. Anderson explained that the boys were written up as a 2nd level offense and that's the highest level of punishment that they could grant these boys who obviously don't see African Americans as their equal. I asked why they were not written up on a 3rd level offense and set for expulsion? Calling someone a "Nigger" multiple times in a room where they are the only African American in the room is a count of racism, extreme bullying, explicit language, major disrespect, and an act to start a racial war and riot. I was told the decision of a 2 day suspension was final and that they (Mr. Combs, Dr. Anderson, and Mr. Evanoff, could NOT move my daughter to another class. When I asked why she had to face her violators for the remainder of the school year I was told, "We should forgive those who sin against us the way that JESUS forgives us for our sins!" The decision for a 2 day OSS was made with no Board Members present. The Director over the school Larry Evanoff stated that he contacted Northwood Academy School Board Members and they made the decision to Expel the violators from the school. This is UNACCEPTABLE and will be handled accordingly. I will make sure News Press in each of our surrounding counties are aware at the Advocacy of Racism that exist within Northwood Academy's administrative staff. I will assure that there is a policy in place at Northwood Academy for 0 tolerance of racism. I will share this issue with my community members and the board of the local charter school in which I am an Executive Board Member of. Darlene Anderson and Curt Combs are good friends of the Mother of one of the boys that violated my daughter, she just so happens to work at Northwood Academy Lower School. This concerns me and will also concern the community. If one of NA students thought that using a racial slur referencing an African American student and racially attacking her over and over again was acceptable, I can only imagine how his Mother feels about her African American students that she teaches at Northwood Academy Lower School. I have witnesses who's children currently attend, attended in the past, and Alumni of Northwood Academy that a 0 tolerance for Racism has never been in the handbook and does not exist within the school. I have had conversations with people of the Northwood Academy Community state that the word "Nigger" is of common use in the classrooms of Northwood Academy. Its been stated that the Principal and Assistant Principal have "swept" these racial issues under the rug for over 30 years. It is time for Northwood Academy to create a culture that is safe for each of it's students by creating an atmosphere with 0 tolerance for racism and get rid of the Racial Advocacy Program within the Administration. Neither of the principals even asked my daughter if she was ok. Instead they sent her back to class with tears in her eyes! She could not escape the bullying. This situation could have been much worse relative to the bullying incident that has caused the death of a student at a school local to Northwood Academy. I Thank God that my daughter is safe and was not harmed by these bullies!

We are so happy with Daniel Island Academy. Having sent our 2 year old to two other daycares before…read moreDIA, we now understand why DIA is considered a "school" and not a daycare. Our daughter talks happily about her teachers daily, and loves to tell us about new games she and her friends have come up with. The teachers have helped our daughter learn how to sit at the table for community meals, listen attentively at story time, and learn to regulate her big feelings. DIA is a special place with a supportive faculty and engaged parent community. Highly recommend!

My daughter went there for 7 months (2007-2008) when she was 3 years old. Awesome school, the best…read morein the area (I looked at 3 other schools in Mount Pleasant, and DI topped them all). Lana liked it so much she still introduces herself as a "dolphin"! that was her class. The school is big, well equipped inside and outdoors, full of extra curriculum classes (you pay extra about $35-$45 per month) and overall the atmosphere is buzzing with a positive energy. Lana had young teachers. All very knowledgeable and great with kids. One downside they changed 3 times while she was there. You get reports every day. You can see the kids art creations posted on the walls next to each class. The school has lots of events and field trips (one every other week). One big plus for me was the fact the school cooks fresh, quality and nutritious food every day. They will accommodate health special needs. There was great deal of involvement from parents who are expected and highly encouraged to participate. We were meeting at least once a month (great chance to get out too and make new connections) to discuss activities for kids and ways to help the teachers. About tuition payments: The school is relatively expensive for South Carolina, close to $900 a month for 4-6 years old, but is well worth it. DI is one of the few NAEYC accredited schools in the state. The tuition needs to be paid 2 weeks in advance every other week. When you enroll you're also asked to pay for the last 2 weeks of the calendar year (i.e. you pay this year for June 2009) Bottom line Daniel Island Academy is an excellent pre-shool choice.

Found video proof of negligence. I hope there is an in depth investigation. This is one of the many…read morereasons my child will not be put in day care https://www.facebook.com/arial.n.murray/posts/10159252238130051

This daycare is amazing! My kid loves it here, the teachers and students are totally engage and the…read moreamount they learn is amazing. The director is approachable and a huge asset to the school. I would recommend this daycare/pre-school to anyone!