I might update this as we've been there longer, but I'm surprised to find that no one else has…read morewritten anything about Far Horizons yet, since they've been in town for so long. They are a well established Montessori style school that serves kids 3-12 (potty trained and up). They have a primary level and an elementary level. I'm pleased with many things about their program, and just as perplexed about other things. We've experienced so many of the educational options for the under 5 crowd in town so I'll compare it to those. The good: 1)The teachers seem happy and relaxed and they don't experience the staffing turnover that other schools do. They are not a daycare and more of a real school, so it comes from a place of treating the staff as professionals, which they are. This is a huge plus 2)The playground is awesome! Their garden is awesome! 3) Their classes are kept tidy and organized 4) I'm a fan of montessori methods, so that's a huge plus 5) There is a large space to exercise and play inside when it's bad weather. The bad: 1) The security there is alarming -- I don't want to give anyone any ideas, but parents need to know that there is no level of security there and they don't check on who is picking up your child either, so that's a huge minus for FHM. 2)They seem to be very old school administratively -- no electronic payments, no front office person, their website is among the worst I've ever experienced 3) They have a LOT of picky rules and procedures, like no super heroes allowed on clothes.Nothing that generates any garbage in the packed lunch (don't even think about Chobani yogurt or a juice box!) and you have to leave boots and slippers at the school... 4) Their check in and check out procedure is highly inefficient and relatively inconvenient, and like I said before, also insecure/dangerous. 5) "summer camps," despite their ambitious themes, are actually just the kids doing whatever they feel like. 6) They are much more lax about things like applying sunscreen/hats, proper rain gear than at any other place we've been, as well as making my kid wear his prescribed glasses all the time. Overall, I'm pretty pleased with Far Horizons as the next step for the kiddo in a school, but my hairs go up when I think about the security there, which is a top-level concern, thus the three stars. If that were fixed, some of the policies relaxed, and some of the administrative things streamlined, this would be a 5 star review. I thought about 4 stars, but when we're talking about kids security must come first.

Far Horizons Montessori is fantastic. If you are looking for a place where your child will be well…read morecared for and learn in a nurturing environment, you have found it. My daughter first started going to FHM at the age of 3 and was in Lisa Cairo's class (I've dubbed Lisa the child whisperer!) for 3 years. My daughter loved it! She loved Ms. Lisa, loved all the school activities, forged close friendships and was so excited about reading and learning. For 1st grade we made the transition to public school. The joy of learning and reading was quickly snuffed out to the point where she didn't care if she had bedtime stories anymore. She did well academically and liked her teacher, but she hated that all activities (especially recess!) were rushed. The punitive nature of the public school with being tardy (to my daughter it meant she had to walk to class without a parent), the overcrowded and very congested classrooms, the high teacher to student ratios, the lack of music program (sometimes they sit and watch tv if the music teacher was absent) created a stressful environment which contributed to her lack of excitement in going to school. My daughter is very social and makes friends where ever she goes, yet she spent 7 months without making a single friend. At FH, they have large classrooms, a primary teacher and a secondary teacher with each class, time to complete their work, fantastic projects and a style of pedagogy that meets the individual needs of each student. I am so glad my daughter is back at FH. She's her happy, social, confident self again and has gone back to embracing her heritage, our culture, and begs for bedtime stories. She reads and does her workbook pages without being asked. She reads all the time, loves chapter books, and has started to write a few of her own. The owner, Lynn Rodrick, is a sweet person who knows how to run a school and educate kids. Lynn took over FH during my daughters 3rd year (December 2018) and has revamped the school. Door are now locked, website is much better, and she has set up an online pay system. Lynn changed the check-in system within months after she stared but now she has staggered drop off and pick up times. She personally checks-in each students, measures their temp, and assess for signs and symptoms or exposure to COVID. Lynn and the teachers' transition during COVID was exemplary. My daughter had in person school (there was an online option but my daughter needed to be around other kids) since Sept. 2020. All safety and precautionary measures were taken and Lynn and her team of teachers did what the other school districts in the area couldn't. The school went to great measures, incurring extra costs, to protect our kids without triggering anxiety in the kids. This school is truly a community. My daughter continues to thrive at this school and has done so well with the support of Ms. Kelli and Ms. Tarsa this past year. We are indebted to the school, to Lynn, and to the teachers. I have only one wish, and that's for Lynn to find a way to accept kids up to the age of 14!!! It would be amazing if our daughter could go through the tumultuous teenagers years under the care and supervision of great educators.

Very good at what they do. I learned so many things I doubt I would have known if it wasn't for…read morethis driving school. Its not very long at all and its fun! 100% worth it I highly recommend EVERYONE takes this.

The instructors I've had are fine, but the staffs are extremely rude and unresponsive. They…read morerescheduled my appointments three times in one week, and the way they asked was not even polite - very abrupt, with no apologies at all even though it was never my fault. Can't reach anyone over the phone, would not respond to messages in time, and never sent me any formal confirmation of anything. This business is so unorganized. I've already paid for my series of lessons so I'll finish that for the certificate. Avoid if you can.

When here for my high school years amazing school and amazing staff always do what is necessary for…read morestudents could not thing of a better place graduating class of 2020 thank you all so much

Special ed programs and special ed awareness are non-existent at junction City high School.read more

CCM has allowed my daughter to grow, thrive and blossom at her own pace through positive…read moremotivation, hard work, and creating an environment which embraces independence. She started at this location at 3.5 years old, this year is her very last year (kindergarten). During this time she has learned about grammar, mathematics, kindness, respect, how to ask for help, how to offer help, reading, phonetic spelling, telling time and so much more! I write this review as a very proud momma. She wouldn't be where she is today, academically, intellectually, and socially if it wasn't for the hard working and dedicated teachers at Children's Choice. This school is the best thing that could have happened for our family.

Not professional communication, nor consistent policy. I am sure my review will receive a retort in…read moredefense of their practices, rather than graceful consideration and indication this business (not school) is run poorly. My son was first ready for enrollment months ago (with indication of refundable deposit) -- his enrollment was botched and switched among multiple locations. I told the company I wanted my son to choose the school (with FULL confirmation from the owner a deposit would be refundable if he did not like the school and instructors). Aside from my own intuition to not enroll him, I went ahead. Days-prior, we experienced a COVID scare and I disenrolled him. Upon resurgence of COVID (and upon my son's request), I disenrolled him after giving it a few days. We received a total of less than one week of instruction for $750. Tell me if you think this sounds ethical. Not only have other parents discussed similar issues with this school, but staff has as well. I would not recommend this school for anyone interested in a true Montessori school interested in community and consistent with policy.

I arranged for a friend to receive a refurbished laptop through their grant program, which he…read morereally needs but could not otherwise afford. He is really grateful for it. As for me, I donate all my old electronics to them.

The staff is very helpful and friendly. This is a perfect place to recycle your electronics. So…read moremuch better than throwing them into the landfill.

Affordable, I absolutely love this daycare and can't recommend it enough! From the very first day,…read morethe teachers made my child feel welcome and safe. They take the time to get to know each kid individually, and it really shows -- my little one has grown so much in confidence, learning, and social skills since starting here. Every day, my child comes home happy, talking about the fun activities and friends they made. The center is always clean, organized, and full of warmth. You can tell the staff truly care and love what they do. As a parent, it gives me so much peace of mind knowing my child is in such good hands. If you're looking for a daycare where your child will be loved, learn, and have fun every day, this is definitely the place!

My daughter has been going here for a year and she loves it. Always doing fun activities and…read moreswitching up the play area with new dramatic play stations. The teachers are all very nice and good at communicating with parents!

Temple Beth Israel preschool has been excellent for our kids for years. Staff are loving,…read moreattentive, and great at communication. The quality of care is the highest I've seen at any preschool (we've tried four others in the area), and my kids have been there for the past two years. There are always at least two teachers in the room with the kids. They offer nutritious snacks, and are sensitive to food allergies. There is a lot of outdoor play time, even in foul weather because they have a covered place for the kids to play. The kids learn lots of songs, social-emotional skills, and academic skills. I love this preschool! If you can get your kids in, you should send them here.

We had an incredible experience in this preschool and my son made life long friends. It's open to…read moreall faiths. The various teachers are outstanding. It's not a pressure based learning environment but engages the kids in wonderful activities and opportunities. TBI preschool has a strong play based model and above all the staff lay a strong foundation for inclusion and ethics. I am so glad we attended this preschool. I highly recommend it.