Ardent Greystone is a great childcare option for those who live or work along the 280 corridor. We…read morewere very pleased with the care provided to our youngest son during his time here. The teachers and staff were kind and caring. Our son was well prepared for his transition to Kindergarten.

Communication was so poor in my experience. I was annoyed when no one picked up the phone but Rana…read moredid not reach out or communicate effectively at all. I'm an easy person to please and never complain, but this was terrible. I called a few times and heard she would reach out. Still haven't.

This is a great gym to get your fitness workout done. The gym is always kept clean which you'll…read morealways see an employee cleaning. The gym equipment is very easy to used and they do have trainers to help and guide you on how to do the exercise correctly. They do have a outdoor pool to used which they have a big bubble to cover the pool during the cold season. The gym offers fitness classes throughout the day. My personal time to come here is during the afternoon which be less crowded compared to the morning. The staff are always welcome and friendly every time I'm here.

I went on a day guest pass to see if I would like to become a member. There was a man and later a…read morewoman running the main desk who were both extremely rude. The woman was downright hateful. She is definitely in the wrong job. They didn't show me around or tell me anything. I looked around myself. I went to change in the locker room and was immediately met with a rude member mad because I had not read a sign and followed a rule. She was mean. There are so many signs all over the place with rules that no one could possibly read them all. So I finally get out to the pool and even though they said free swim starts at 10:30, the aerobics class taking up the whole pool didn't end until 11. Honestly all of this really made me decide this place was not where I want to join. Also, the facilities are old and outdated. Would not recommend.

Ardent Preschool and Daycare at Trace Crossings has been a solid choice for our family. The staff…read moreis professional, dependable, and clearly experienced. Teachers are attentive and focused on both academics and social-emotional development. Communication with parents is reliable and transparent. The facility is consistently clean, well-maintained, and organized. The program is structured, which has helped our child stay engaged and progress. For the quality of care, education, and consistency provided, Ardent offers strong value. You're not just paying for supervision, but for a safe, organized environment with intentional teaching. We would recommend Ardent to families looking for a dependable, high-quality preschool or daycare.

We LOVE Ardent... where do I begin?! The facility is immaculate and the curriculum for each class…read moreroom is organized, thoughtful, engaging, and developmentally appropriate. The staff is so friendly and they love our kids SO well. The director is always present and readily available. Their security measures keep my mind at ease throughout the day. My kids have only been there for 2 weeks and I can tell they love it. My toddler tells me she's ready for school in the mornings and comes home with new skills each day. And they don't leave the infants out! My baby is learning new things too- grabbing for bottle, feet, trying new sounds, etc. Thank you Ardent!

I can't say enough good things about Odyssey. Everyone is top notch including the teachers and…read moredirector. My daughter is very smart for her age (2.5) and we struggled at other daycares because they didn't want to accommodate her advanced learning needs. Odyssey is the perfect fit and she has learned so much there. I can tell the teachers actually care about her and she is always happy to see her little friends at school. The cameras are great as well so I can look in when I miss her. Highly recommend!

We sent our kiddo here when she was 15 month old and our experience with Odyssey is exceptional…read more It is very well run daycare/learning center and teachers are organized, affectionate towards the children. Always makes the child welcome. After the initial jitters and rash of ear infections and fevers my daughter adjusted and then thoroughly enjoyed going here. Most important thing is place is super clean and all the teachers we have had experience with are genuinely caring and affectionate towards our kiddo and communicative towards parents. Especially last 2 years (k3 and k4) were a blast. From the administration point of view, they are not defensive and open to dialogue and suggestions from parents. One of the times, we were struck at the center for overnight due to a snow situation in Birmingham. The way teachers and the director Ms Annie handled the situation was superb. I almost feel lucky to have discovered this center. I have to mention especially about the assistant director Miss Jennifer. I don't know how she remembers all the children by their names etc. :) she would always greet kids with their name and a big smile. Other than running the operations smoothly, she is understanding and supportive of all the situations that parents go through as we deal with job transfers etc. can't thank her for enough. I highly recommend this place.

I do NOT recommend this business! Staff are not properly trained to handle toddlers!read more

If your child is of African American decent or have any special needs, I do not recommend this…read morecompany. The biggest mistake I've made as a mother is enrolling my son into this school. I regret not paying attention to the signs. The first one being the cotton stems and plants in the directors front office. The second sign was them calling my son pet/nicknames instead of his government, which I sent emails pleading them to address this situation. Also, my son is allergic to dairy and they still fed it to him although I provided them with a prescription from his nutritionist/ pediatric doctor. As the days went by things got worse. They would send my son home with a dirty diaper and snotty nose, he always had a diaper rash we could not get rid of, rushing to Children's emergency room became part of our routine. He caught the hand foot mouth disease twice within six months. He came home with bruises and whips on him. I was getting complaints of behavioral issues until I asked to see the tape of the accusations they were making and saw that children were abusing my son and the teachers were enforcing it! That was the last straw for me. Once I picked my son up it was during nap time and the rug they had him sleeping on was filthy. I have videos of it as well.

Terrible terrible terrible!!!! The staff is rude and dont watch the kids. The food looks and smells…read moredisgusting. Kids bring home germs because the place is nasty and the smell hits you soon as you enter the door. My child was bitten and i was never notified (found teeth marks during bath time which also had pierced the skin).

This facility is very accommodating and proactive. They offer so many things within their…read moreclassrooms and have a faith based curriculum. The summer program is also another great thing they offer.

I cannot praise Kids First FMUC of Trussville enough. We LOVE the teachers and staff here, but I'll…read morekeep my review brief: 1. classrooms are big, bright, sunny, and clean. 2. New playgrounds, with separate play areas for bigs and littles. 3. shaded, smaller play area that is just for toddlers. 4. Plenty of caretakers, and classes are always properly attended (we had an issue with this at another care provider). 5. Large, indoor gym for play during inclement weather. 6. Well-planned, developmentally appropriate lessons, lots of fun activities that my little loves. 7. Did I mention that the staff is caring, warm, open, and communicative? 8. School is organized and efficiently run. 9. Lunch is lunch - no organics or vegetarian options, but otherwise satisfactory, a lot like public school menus. Haven't had any complaints from my little about the food. For Secular moms: The curriculum is definitely Christian, and students attend a brief chapel service every morning, so expect your little to come home singing "god songs" and talking about Jesus. Religious messages are prominent in every classroom (as one would expect in a church-sponsored school).

I joined the J in August when I moved to Birmingham. It's so close to my home, which makes making…read moreit to the gym in the morning much more doable. The front desk staff are always so friendly - even early in the morning. I have enjoyed a variety of classes, such as spinning, body pump, grit, body flow, etc. The fitness instructors are encouraging and make the classes fun. I have met some really great people through the group exercise classes. The cardio equipment is a bit older, but there are plenty of machines. I almost never have a problem finding an open machine. While I haven't been a member through the summer yet, I am already looking forward to getting to spend time poolside in the summer. The cardio equipment room has a great view of the pool and it's making me excited for summer! For anyone considering joining or wanting more information, the J gives a free week pass. Utilizing one of these passes is how I first decided to join the J myself. My only complaint is the frequency of closures during Jewish holidays, but the staff does a good job of putting out reminders. On those days I just find home exercise videos or get outside for a run.

I've been hearing great things about the JCC for years now, but have never had the chance to visit…read moreuntil yesterday. I live less than 1 minute away, so it was about time I showed up! A friend gave me a free week pass and I decided to try out their RPM spin class with her. I am SO glad I went! Upon walking in we were greeted at the front door by a security guard smiling then the desk by two workers who checked us in. The building needs some updates, but I believe that is already in the works. After checking in, we walked up some stairs and I noticed an enclosed basketball court with a track held above for walkers while other folks can play ball below. We walked over to the gym to grab some water and I noticed several useful equipment and out the window a pool area. Can't wait to try that out! The gym wasn't packed but it wasn't vacant either - it had the perfect amount of people there. We then headed to the cycle room and to my surprise had several stationary bikes in there. More bikes than what you would see in a YMCA. There were two instructors present - one was training while the other taught the majority of the class. By the time class started, there were about 10 people total in the studio. The tunes were upbeat and fun which really helped guide me through the intense workout. You can tell major calories were burned in the 50 minute class. I'm looking forward to experiencing more classes and potentially becoming a member of the LJCC!