I would not recommend CCG to anyone after what my family and child were put through. The…read moreadministration is horrible and the board members are inexperienced and dysfunctional. I fell in love with the beautiful classrooms and the educational philosophy. But the reality is that the administration makes it a miserable environment for teachers and parents, and therefor children as well. I had prepared my child mentally for attending CCG for over a year during the pandemic, and we were the schools biggest fans. If someone had told me somethin negative about the school, I would not have listened and would want to believe that it was a wonderful place. A place cannot be good for children if it treats children with disregard and families are met with hostility. There's nothing I can do to take back the immense stress that was caused to my family and child. Please look elsewhere, save your family the stress. I too read a bad review, but wanted to believe it was just one disgruntled person. It is not worth putting your child in the hands of an act. Go to the Groton Community School instead, or a small intimate daycare in a neighboring town, or get a nanny. Anything else but CCG.

Our son was enrolled at CCG from age 6 months until we moved out of the area two years later…read more During that time, the teachers at CCG became like extended family. They knew our boy better than we did sometimes, and gently shared with us what they had learned about watching him with his peers. The level of care, creativity, and playful instruction given to students at CCG is unparalleled. Thank you for everything you did for our family!

We are beyond grateful for the amazing care our child receives at this childcare center. From the…read morevery first day, the staff has been welcoming, patient, and truly invested in each child's growth. It brings us so much peace of mind knowing our child is safe, loved, and encouraged every day. The teachers are attentive, nurturing, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They create a fun, structured environment where kids can learn, explore, and build confidence. We've seen so much growth in our child socially, emotionally, and academically since enrolling here. Communication with families is excellent, and it's clear that the staff truly partners with parents. The center is always clean, organized, and filled with positive energy. Most importantly, my child is excited to go each morning--and that says everything. We highly recommend this childcare center to any parent looking for a trustworthy, loving, and educational environment for their child!

As a former parent, I can say that this child care center is not one I would ever send my child…read moreback to. The directors have terrible communication with the parents and we are constantly being left in the dark. On top of this, the owner is very rude and arrogant. Since my child has been enrolled, I have seen close to 8 teachers quit. Unless you want to send your child to a very poorly run facility, do not enroll your child here.

The pre-school program at the Roudenbush Community Center is incredible and well-worth it for those…read morewith young children living in Westford or the local area. The teachers provide close attention for each child and truly care about the little ones in their care.

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I WAS very very excited about this school- it seemed to have the perfect balance of structure and…read moreplay; outside and inside; natural materials for play; kind and calm teachers etc. BUT we were completely BLINDSIDED when they gave us a 2-week notice and kicked our little 5 year old boy out of school! Granted, we did have two virtual meetings to talk about his behavior- he was having potty talk, throwing toys sometimes and blowing raspberries/ making fart sounds with his friends (which the teachers said he was spitting on kids!!). When we met, I offered them suggestions about what works at home when he is giving us trouble but mid-sentence I was interrupted and persuaded time and time again that he needs an evaluation. I am sorry Applewild, five year old boys are just like that sometimes. I am very disappointed and heartbroken over their course of action. The director seems to be heartless. The teacher was so timid she didn't stick up for our son. The assistant teacher's main objective was making sure we got him evaluated. Which, we are right now...and he's doing great (he is above average!). They are not finding ANYTHING wrong. During his evaluation, the specialist told me that this is not the first time THIS YEAR that Applewild has kicked out children! Mid year- March! So now we are left scrambling for a new school, my son has anxiety about starting a new school, we have to get evaluations done just to prove Applewild wrong...so much stress! In conclusion, if you have a daughter, she will love this school. I would have loved it. If you have a child that needs firm rules and can get excited around other children, then Applewild will probably find your child to be "behavioral." I am deeply, deeply saddened by Applewild's approach. I have never in my life written a Yelp review- I am a very understanding person. This experience has rattled me to my core though. Something has to change with this school and they certainly should never try to persuade parents that something is wrong with their child. Shame on you, Applewild.

Amazing school. You have to see it! The environment both inside and out is very different and you…read morecan watch the children there and see it.

A hidden treasure. When it comes to pre-school, it's…read moreimportant to find trust & great environment. My wife & I are glad we found WWC Preschool Center. Recently under new director and management, Katie and her team have made this place truly wonderful.

WWC is a very special place, it is more than a preschool…read more WWC is owner operated and has always been owner operated. They partner with parents to give the very best care to your child, and cares for them deeply. They are remarkable with their curriculum, our daughter left there and went to a private school for Kindergarten. The K teachers remarked that our daughter was very well prepared to enter K - this was a credit to what WWC had taught her. I just cannot say enough good things about this school. It is not a big box preschool, it is small. They may not have the facilities that a big school may have but they have what matters most, they have talented, educated, dedicated, loving teachers that treat each child like their own. I am grateful the school is right here in Shirley.

Our children started at Family Tree as infants and stayed through their early childhood years. Even…read morenow, two years later, they still ask to go back and visit in the summers--that's how much this place meant to them (and to us). The owners and staff are truly exceptional--warm, nurturing, and genuinely invested in every child. There's a genuine family feel at Family Tree, and we've formed lasting connections. As a school psychologist, I've been consistently impressed by the center's thoughtful curriculum and the way social-emotional learning is seamlessly woven into the day. The focus on school readiness--academically, socially, and emotionally--gave our kids such a strong foundation. They also loved the amazing crafts, engaging science projects, and hands-on learning experiences that sparked their curiosity and creativity. We're so grateful for the years we spent at Family Tree--they gave our children such a loving, enriching start. And we're not alone--every Family Tree family we've met has felt the same deep appreciation. If you're looking for a place to truly entrust with your child's care and early learning, I couldn't recommend Family Tree more highly.

My daughter had a very positive experience from age three to almost six. She hit all developmental…read moremilestones and each one of her teachers were loving kind and supportive. Completely opposite experience with my son. Due to high staff turnover, my son was not able to receive the care and support that my daughter did. After a dozen evaluations recommended by leadership, my son was not diagnosed with any developmental deficiencies or behavioral problems and did not qualify for special needs or IEP programs. The frequency that I was contacted to complain about my son doing things that are age appropriate (bathroom accidents, sensory processing, not sitting still during circle time, etc) was astoundingly unnecessary, we chose to place him in a different childcare center as there is a pattern of toddler boys being terminated for similar and worse reasons.

Both of my kids have gone to ACS and they absolutely love it there. The teachers are so welcoming…read moreand kind. Couldn't ask for a better place to send my young children.

Our son started at ACS this fall and we couldn't be more thrilled. The teachers are pleasant,…read moreprofessional, loving and mature. They provide constructive feedback on progress, strengths and weaknesses, and areas of improvement. They work with us to ensure consistency between home and school. I love how the teachers rotate activities and the dramatic play areas throughout the month to match holidays, seasons, etc. Our son is still talking about the play teepee and Thanksgiving-themed dress up. Most of all, we appreciate how the teachers work with the kids' energy and direct them towards the activities that suit their personality and learning style best, rather than stifling it. As well as ensuring sufficient outside play time for the kids. Our only complaint is that we did not make the switch to ACS sooner.

The teachers here are wonderful and caring. My daughter loved her time with the staff and was…read morealways happy to go in the front door during the days and always smiling when I picked her up.

My son started Pre-K at Country Day last year and we have been so happy with his experience! The…read moreschool is an excellent balance of academic, social, and personal growth. They teach discipline and respect, while celebrating creativity and having fun. The focus is learning, not testing, which was so refreshing after having a different experience in public school with my older child. There are many after school programs and clubs and a caring, active after school program. The class sizes are small and the tuition affordable. I would recommend it to anyone!