Our kids have been going to Maple Bear for 2.5 years now and we love them! Our oldest went to a…read moredifferent daycare for a year and a half and we are so glad we switched. The infant teachers are amazing and so attentive helping our babies hit their milestones and the toddler teachers are so caring helping teach our kids numbers, letters, and more before kindergarten. We have had three kids at Maple Bear and definitely recommend it!

Maple bear is a great school with a structured curriculum and educated full time staff. They are…read morewonderful. They require all students to wear a maple bear T-shirt which is great, makes getting ready easy and provides extra layer of consistency. They communicate daily and my son binds so well with the teachers. They only employ full time teachers so that students have the same adults all day. They don't shuffle around to maximize ratios. In fact they keep Their ratios below state standards.

Choosing a pre-K school or daycare for your little one is stressful, especially when research has…read moreshown that the years before kindergarten are crucial for learning and development. Parents strive to find the right place where their child can have the best chance of success. Whether or not you adhere to the Montessori principles, Tree Roots Montessori (TRM) is a top-notch environment for any child. Here's why we chose TRM and stayed there for 3 years (ages 2-5): 1. The staff operates under a growth mindset. We experienced a positive relationship with Ms. Hulya and her staff. Ms. Hulya has over 15+ years of experience and demonstrates a desire to stay current and advance her professional development. She attends yearly workshops and maintains a curiosity for learning. When you find an educator with such deep passion for teaching, it makes a night-and-day difference for your child. 2. The setting is ripe for learning. It's obvious that everything at this school is designed to advance and elevate the students' learning experiences. This space is purposefully curated, impeccably organized, and remarkably clean. It continues to pass official health inspections by always adhering to their standards. Think of TRM as a daily retreat or sanctuary for your kids. 3. Intimacy yields social and emotional development. The teacher-child ratio is optimal (including Ms. Hulya, there are 2 additional assistants on-site). The small class size helped our kid develop deeper relationships with other kids and gain a sense of collective responsibility. As younger kids grow and progress, they are encouraged to provide mentorship for incoming kids. It's these relationships that emphasize social and emotional development, making academic achievements possible (i.e. reading, writing, math skills, etc.). 4. Mealtimes cultivate positive experiences with food. We wanted a place that stressed good nutrition and smart eating habits. TRM always has snacks on-hand (from Whole Foods) and follows a strict policy of 'no sugar or junk food' in lunches. Kids participate in setting the table and loading dishwasher, eating their veggies first, and helping with meal prep. These communal eating experiences and regular cooking activities also led to good dining etiquette and meal planning for our family at home. 5. Trust and transparency are key to everyone. Much of TRM successes are attributed to Ms. Hulya and her teaching philosophy. This is why parents must equally invest in developing a transparent working relationship with her. We found Ms. Hulya to be open to our suggestions, honest in addressing our concerns, and willing to provide reasonable solutions for any course correction. Her communication was warm and friendly; mostly done via in-person or phone call (sometimes via text message or email). Overall, we wouldn't trade our experiences at TRM for anything. Our child felt the support of educators who invested in his development within a loving environment. He now has self-confidence and social skills needed to transition to kindergarten. He has an enthusiasm for learning, creating the building blocks for academic success. He also discovered passions (like cooking and painting) that we'll continue to foster. We know it's not always easy to find the right learning environment for your child. Choosing a school can be a trial-and-error process. If TRM is a good fit, you will not be disappointed. Hope this review is helpful --- and good luck!!

My daughter has been with Tree Roots since she was 2 and is now 4. She will be attending until…read moreKindergarten because of how vital Tree Roots is to our lives. Not only has she had one on one education since the day she started, but she has grown so close to her school friends over her time here. Mrs. Hulya and Ms. Patti are two of the most kind, loving, and gentle teachers we could have hoped for. From gardening to swimming to fostering independence... the skills she has learned at her time here are beyond sufficient to build the strongest foundation for her future. I only wish every child had the opportunity to benefit from such an amazing institution.

Amazing place to take your kids they have an app that they update with photos through out the day…read moreso at work you can see what your kid is up too Love them

NEVER give them money before they have a spot available. They repeatedly assured me one would be…read moreavailable, but each time I agreed to enroll, it suddenly disappeared. Unorganized and greedy organization even though the facility looked nice when we toured.

Poor teacher training seems to lack the understanding of child development and the school is not…read morevery clean. Lots of cell phone use. The Montessori aspect is just not there.

I can't say enough wonderful things about this Montessori preschool! My almost 2-year-old daughter…read moreis thriving, and it's all thanks to the loving and highly skilled teachers, especially Ms. Rachel, who my daughter adores like a second mom. The teachers here are incredibly well-trained in nurturing and guiding kids aged 1-4, and I can see the results every day. One of the biggest milestones for us has been potty training. My daughter is getting the support she needs at school, and it's clicking! She comes home so happy and fulfilled, singing, dancing, and playing. I was initially so worried about putting her in daycare, as she was a Velcro baby and would always scream when she wasn't with me. But the environment is so warm and welcoming that she quickly became comfortable and now loves going to school. What makes this place truly special is the variety of enriching activities. My daughter helps take care of the chickens, tends the organic garden, and enjoys reading, drawing, dancing, and playing with her friends. The magic these teachers create in their classrooms is truly amazing--they know just how to care for my baby girl, and I feel so lucky to have found them. I also love how transparent and communicative the school is. I receive daily text message updates, so I always know what's going on with my daughter, which gives me so much peace of mind. The school worked with us on our budget and schedule, and I really appreciate how upfront they are with pricing and schedules on their website--no hidden surprises. Ms. Jennifer, the owner, made us feel like family from day one, and I'm so grateful for the warm, nurturing environment she's created. I honestly feel like we hit the jackpot with this preschool. It's the best possible place for our daughter, and I would recommend it to any parent looking for a magical, loving environment where their child can grow and thrive!

My son went here for preschool for 2 years. It is a super cute school with a nice community vibe…read more He learned a lot this past year with his teacher, Miss Olivia. He has been writing up a storm and has started to read as well.

My daughter has been going to Arcadia Montessori since she was 4yrs old in Preschool and she has…read morebeen loving it. The teachers are all great and front desk crew is so sweet and always helpful. Since attending she has grown so much independents and confidence. We love Ms. Kristin and her classroom.

My daughter has been going to their daycare/preschool since she was 2 (about a year and a half…read morenow), and I am amazed with her development both socially and creatively. La Petite structures each classroom around a child's specific age group, learning abilities, and development. Weekly to bi-weekly changing themes range from the family unit to transportation. Parents receive a newsletter with each week's theme, which gives them a clear understanding of what their children are learning. For example, this week's theme is "How to Get from Here to There". Learning objectives that are assessed are language and communication development, math and logical thinking, scientific thinking and problem solving and creativity and the arts. Children are introduced to books and songs and stories relating to the theme, and the newsletter provides a list of books or activities that parents can engage in with their child at home. Furthermore, parents get a very clear understanding of where their child is, or should be, in their development within the language, math, and social categories. For instance, at this point, 'child participates in read aloud situations, knows that letters are different than numbers, orders more than two objects by size, works with class to gather data, works to build knowledge about different jobs and roles, follows basic safety and health rules, draws recognizable pictures...'. Daily the kids in my daughter's 3 year old classroom are working on creative art projects which involve a variety of different mediums. They have play time on the playground at least twice a day, a scheduled nap time with their own dedicated cots and blankets, many snack times and healthy meals through the day, free play, story time, and many other activities that keep them engaged and learning throughout the day. The facilities are very clean, the staff very attentive and sensitive to children's needs, and parents receive a little progress note at the end of each day to see what their child did, how they ate, slept, etc. I feel so comfortable leaving my daughter there, and highly recommend La Petite. For full time care, 6a-6p, Monday-Friday, the price is extremely reasonable at about $140 for the week. Parents do have the option of bringing their child for only one or two days.

Amazing place and my daughter has thrived within just the little bit of time she has been there…read more Thank you to the team that's making me feel safe to leave my baby with you! Thank you for taking care of her and teaching her all the fun stuff you do.

We are so blessed/grateful for Gloria and the incredible care she gave our son from the time he was…read more3 months old until he was about 18 months. Leaving your first baby with someone else is never easy, but she made that decision so much easier. She was dependable, loving, caring, communicative, and her home was always extremely clean. Our son even learned a little Spanish! He misses Gloria to this day. We couldn't have asked for a better caregiver during those important early months, and I would 100% recommend Gloria to any family looking for someone they can trust with their child!! :-)

Miss Gloria is the best! She is so caring, and truly loves the babies. I feel my son is safe and…read moreloved under her care. She is very experienced and has lots of knowledge. I would definitely recommend her.

My daughter came here since she was 6 months. This school really is a second family to me and my…read morelittle girl and will always be! I am so sad I had to enroll my daughter in another preschool bc I switched jobs and started working longer hours Some of the girls have my number and one of the girls that was there babysits my daughter! Miss Alecia is amazing and my daughter absolutely LOVES her! When I would drop off and if Alecia was there she would run up to her so fast and I was non-existent lol! I always recommend this daycare to my friends with little ones. If I ever switch jobs or get a new schedule, I will definitely come back if they have availability bc my little girl made so many relationships and friends, even with the big kids. Thank you Roz for an unforgettable experience for my daughter and I. We will miss everyone so much!

We love pathways! They do a lot day to day with the kids & truly care. I am particular with who I…read moretrust around my little one and they make you feel safe. Huge outdoor area & art room!

Our son attended another private school in Ahwatukee last year and although we knew we wanted to…read moremove him, the thought of it was extremely stressful. We wanted to ensure this would be the last move for him until high school. After touring Summit on my own, and then separately with our son, we knew we had found the right place. The campus is beautiful with separate classrooms for art, music, science and languages. His teachers are amazing; he has created real bonds with them as well as his classmates. He is excelling in every way and is happy to go to school each day. I often hear this is the best kept secret in Ahwatukee and I couldn't agree more! My only regret is we didn't start him here in preschool! I really didn't know what we were missing out on until he started at Summit.

As a parent of a current student, I wanted to share our honest experience because school choice is…read moresuch a deeply personal decision. Before enrolling at this school, our son attended a public charter school where he experienced severe bullying and struggled daily in overcrowded classrooms. He would come home emotionally defeated and anxious. Making the decision to switch to this private school was truly life-changing for our child. The difference has been night and day. Our son is now happy, confident, and feels safe at school again. His mental health, emotional well-being, and overall outlook have improved in ways we honestly hoped for but weren't sure were possible. I also want to note that we drive 30 minutes each way because of the positive environment and support our son receives here. In our experience, the school has been welcoming, attentive, and focused on the students' well-being. The administration and staff have been supportive, communicative, and genuinely invested in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment. For our family, choosing this school has been one of the best decisions we have made for our child's safety, confidence, and overall happiness.

I have sent both of my kids here and this preschool could not be any better. We sent our first…read moredaughter here after she was unhappy at the first school we had her in. From day 1 here she was always thrilled to goto school and always so happy when I picked her up. Same for my second child. Every teacher here is amazing. They have a great well rounded curriculum and I feel like my daughter is more than prepared for kindergarten. The other kiddos in both of my daughter's classes were also so sweet and well behaved. The teachers do such a good job of creating a loving environment and the kids are so excited to learn. Could not recommend them more!

What an amazing place. They do so much for the children and are very caring. Every time our son…read morecomes home from preschool he is always so excited and tells us all the things they did and the learning is all geared around play and fun activities. It's one of the best things that he's been able to be apart of for learning, growth, and fun. Thank you King of Glory!