So it's the end of the year and when I reflect back on the things I'm most grateful for this year,…read moreit's enrolling my son in The Barnyard. He's been there for almost a year now. We had a bad experience at a local Montessori. It was just a year ago that we pulled him out of his old school. His confidence was low, he would physically flinch when other children simply approached him, and he hated school. Fast forward to now, after one year at the Barnyard. His confidence has soared, he has a great group of friends, he's developed a love for math, his speech delay is non-existent, and we've seen him come out of his shell. The teachers and staff at the Barnyard genuinely care and they want to see the children thriving, just as much as the parents do. They go above and beyond, and it shows in my sons smile as he runs into class.

This place is amazing. The staff are incredibly kind, patient, caring and responsive. The facility…read moreis new, clean and awesomely designed for little ones. The menu is wonderful - I feel great about what my child eats there during the day. The thing I love the most is their curriculum - every week is a different unit - even for the youngest kids! They have designated art time, music time, story time, outside time, etc. At 2 years old, I feel like my daughter is getting an amazing start to her education. I also really appreciate the Brightwheel app they use- I get pictures and updates all day long about what my daughter is doing. I would recommend this daycare 1000 times over.

My children attended the school for 4+ years. We were fortunate enough to be able to skip the…read morewaitlist as we were moving from another Nobel Learning Community school in another state. My children had experience with 3 main teachers, two of whom were fantastic. The classrooms are set up with one main teacher who has to have Montessori certification and one assistant teacher who does not have to be certified in Montessori education. There is one classroom for toddlers (ages 2-3) and 6 other classrooms (ages 3-6/kindergarten). The upper classes have about 22 students/teacher+ assistant. I assume that each school is as good as the staff/teachers who work there. Children can start as young as 2 years old in room 1. The main teacher in room 1 Ms Rose was very patient, loving, and had everything under control. Other teacher in room 6, Ms Kat, was the best teacher I've ever met. She made sure that children were learning, came up with various aids/behavioral strategies when children were struggling and she is very dedicated to teaching. She was always busy teaching the children, working with them, and making sure they were learning. My other child who moved up from room one to another classroom had a less than desirable experience as he did not learn much in his upper class and we ended up transferring him (after addressing our concerns first with that teacher and then the principal) to room 6 and the amazing Ms Kat who brought him up to speed in less than 10 months! The principal, Ms Lila is a very lovely lady, knows everyone by name, and runs the school well. Her door is always open and she is always available to listen to concerns and answer questions as needed. The school organizes a few events during the year and it feels like the staff is putting a lot of effort into providing the children with nice learning environment. Overall, I'd recommend the school but make sure you are on top of what your child is learning.

We absolutely love this school for so many reasons. Our son and daughter both went here and I feel…read morelike they are a huge advantage because of it. The Principal, Miss Jamie is so warm, kind, smart, and trustworthy-- you literally could not find a better person for this role. She is always coming up with fun ideas for the kids, parents, and her staff and she's a true leader. I think all of the teachers here are really great but especially my son's teachers Miss Emily and Miss Cari. Miss Emily has been at this school for (i can't remember exactly) but 15-20 years. She is totally professional and the BEST teacher. We feel so lucky to have her. Miss Cari was her assistant and I think she is in school to become an official teacher and we also think the world of her. She had cute inside jokes with our son and was always bringing a smile to his face. The school is clean, safe, organized and I always felt comfortable having our kids here. We will miss this school!

When we moved to Boise last year we toured so many preschools looking for the best fit for our…read morefamily. We knew immediately that Beautiful Savior was the preschool for us. It is such a warm caring environment. Teacher Chris and Teacher Melissa are fantastic. They truly care for my son and they are teaching him all the tools he will need to be successful in school for years to come!

From the owner: Beautiful Savior Preschool is a part-time Christ-centered academic preschool that has been serving…read morefamilies in the Boise area for over 20 years. Our staff consists of qualified Christian teachers and aides with up-to-date licensing and education, and more than 25 combined years of experience in Early Childhood Education.

My daughter attended Garabatos for one year after attending a different preschool for 2 years in…read moreanother state. Garabatos is an excellent preschool. Veronica is a gifted educator who knows how to effectively reach all types of learners. The Garabatos curriculum is a comprehensive mix of educational opportunities that includes music, gardening, art, cooking, academics, and more. Not only will your child grow and be well-prepared for kindergarten, he or she will have a solid foundation in Spanish. We loved being part of the Garabatos family! Highly recommend!

My daughter has attended Garabatos since their North End location opened at the end of October,…read more2018. Everything about our experience with Garabatos has been incredible. The curriculum (Spanish immersion with yoga classes, gardening, cooking, art, science and math, etc), teachers and environment are amazing. We love being a part of this community and are so grateful to have found Garabatos.

We went for the first time yesterday. This place is great!! Our kids had a blast running around and…read moregoing up and down the big jungle gym area. We paid $10 for my 3 year old and $12 for our 8 year old, affordable for so much fun! And that's for all day not for 1-2 hours of play. They had a winter break camp going on, there was about 10 kids who were being watched by 3 adults who worked there, we thought that was a cool option for local families. They have drinks and snacks and we also really appreciated that! I asked for a Flat White and it was actually delicious! Bridget was the one working the front desk, drinks and snacks yesterday and she is really awesome! Very sweet with great people skills! The play area was also clean, they must wipe things down pretty good every day. The only cons are when you first walk in the first door for entry, the small walk through room smells heavily like chlorine with a hint of mildew, like you're about to walk into an indoor pool. Also, the bathrooms looked like a daycare bathroom, out of toilet paper, toilet paper on the ground and no towels to dry your hands. Im sure they have their hands very full during times they have camps where they are watching a lot of kids. Someone going in and checking the bathroom once an hour should fix that. And lastly, we forgot to bring water with us for our kids, they don't sell water bottles and they don't have filtered water. They do have 2 water fountains for the kids but I don't let my kids use water fountains. Next time we'll be sure to have our waters with us. Thank you Bodies In Motion, our kids had a great time!

Today we hosted my daughters birthday at Bodies in Motion. I was very impressed by the service the…read morestaff provided. The host did the set up, clean up and entertained the children. The party ran smoothly and everyone had a great time.

I love Wallaby because of the small size, the family run aspect, and because the teachers really…read morecare for my twins. I am super happy with the care my kids receive, and I love the communication from the staff! My girls are almost two and every time I pick them up, they're clean, changed and happy, which are all difficult things to ensure with toddlers.

Our son started at Wallaby because another parent recommended them. His baby brother has now joined…read morehim because we love it there. It is family owned, has a low turnover rate, and all the teachers seem to really love and care for the kids. I keep in contact with them and if I ever miss the kids during the day, they will even send me photos of them playing. I am so happy to have found a place that is safe and caring and where we feel supported.

This school is beyond amazing. My daughter had attended Foothills for 2 years and I cannot express…read morehow happy I am with this school and our experience with it. The teacher to student ratio is extremely low, and the learning environment is ideal for shaping young students lives. I could not be happier with Foothills.

Great school with a great location, a little pricey for private schools but Pre-School (Early…read moreLearners) program is especially strong.

New Horizon is, without a doubt, the best place for my kids. My oldest is almost 3 and my youngest…read moreis almost 1, and both have been attending NHA on Boise Ave since about 16 weeks old. Both kids learn so much and the teachers are all absolutely amazing. The director (Megan) and assistant director (Gena) are wonderful and really know all the kids. There is no where I'd rather have my kids, amazing place. We love all the teachers, but especially Karina, Rissa, Fahmo, and Sadira!

I have been begged and begged over the past 10 years to do a parent testimonial at your annual…read more I'm in a hurry now so I'm not going to articulate this in the most eloquent way: The leadership teams at New Horizon have made me the mother I am today; without their love and support for me and my family, I don't think we would have survived the poopy diapers, terrible twos, tumultuous threes, farting fours, or the first day of kindergarten. While my husband and I stumbled through morning routines, bedtime, wakeless nights, and lonely long days at work; the exceptional staff at New Horizon have truly raised my children. I did not teach my children to share, you (New Horizon) did. I did not teach my children to talk and sing and dance, you did. I did not teach my children to use a fork and put away their dishes, you did. I did not teach my children to say please and thank you....before they could even speak, you did. I did not potty train my children, you did. I did not teach them numbers, letters, animals, shapes, colors, emotions, geography, or current political affairs; you did. I showed my children love, safety, happiness, family, and how to curse; you took that foundation and built amazing, funny, compassionate, intelligent, creative, and curious individuals. Children I could only have dreamed of. What I can't wrap my head around is the enduring ability for your staff to show up every day and be a rock for all of those children. To maintain a positive encouraging attitude when chaos is all around them. To show patience in times I would literally lose my mind. To be non judgemental, supportive, and understanding. I'd like to think my children got special treatment and extra attention, because they're freaking awesome! But deep down I know that any other parent would think the same thing because that is the level of care you provide every family. My oldest started fourth this year, soon my daughter will do the same. It will break my heart when that day comes because we will no longer get to travel our life journey with our best friends, and my role models, at New Horizon. *Side note....I will NOT miss that weekly bill! The best sales pitch anyone has ever served me was by Miss Brandy Turner on my first visit to New Horizon, she said matter of fact like: "You get what you pay for." Yes Brandy, you do! ---- Please accept my request to tell every one of your staff members, in person at you annual professional development conference, how truly exceptional they are and the importance of the work that they do.

I have had two children attend Riverstone International School from elementary school through…read moremiddle school and into high school. Both have benefited greatly from the school's academically rigorous IB program, its unique outdoor experiences, and its incredibly kind and supportive student body. The faculty have been very accessible and helpful in personalizing education for each child, and I have seen the results of the education when my children have participated in programs outside the school and received recognition for outstanding performance. I would recommend Riverstone highly and without reservation to anyone looking for an outstanding academic education within a supportive environment that helps them develop a range of important life skills including critical thinking, community involvement, and communication skills.

Mixed bag here...for being in Boise this school is incredibly "woke." First day in 6th grade they…read moreasked my child their "personal pronouns." In 7th grade art class the assignment was to write a report on a contemporary artist. My child was told their pick was "too white male." My child was subsequently instructed to choose a BIPOC artist, with extra points if they were "queer." My complaints regarding this fell on deaf ears. Many of the teachers are pretty decent, but the school tilts WAY to the left. The non-woke portions of the curriculum are good, especially the math and outdoor-centric programs. However, we did put our son in a different international school and he was way behind in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. His new school has these as stand-alone classes starting in Grade 5. Not so at Riverstone.