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.

Arcadia Montessori's 52nd Street campus is amazing! The teachers and staff are incredibly caring…read moreand truly see each child as an individual. My child has thrived here; growing confidently, supported, and encouraged every day. I absolutely love this school and highly recommend it to any family looking for a nurturing, thoughtful community.

My son has been at Arcadia Montessori for almost 2 years. He started in the toddler classroom and…read morejust moved up to the primary classroom. I can't say enough good things about this school - I was nervous having someone new take care of my child, but at Arcadia Montessori, he has thrived! We were so lucky to have Ms. Chelsea as his toddler teacher. She is such a kind person who shows she truly cares about every single kid in her class. My son has learned so many life skills and has been so genuinely cared for here!

Love Dobson Montessori my granddaughter goes there truly a great place to learn and goes all the…read moreway to high school there school plays are wonderful looking forward to see another play

If you're looking for a school that will teach your child how to learn and enjoy it, Dobson…read moreMontessori is your place. I attended from Kindergarten all the way through High School, and that is the best gift my parents ever gave me. I left Dobson Montessori with 28 college credits (not AP credits, actual community college credits). I am now a Sophomore entering ASU for my 3rd semester pursuing a BA in Business Law, a BS in Entrepreneurship, and a BFA in Art with a concentration in Photography. Dobson Montessori not only gave me the credits to excel at university, but more importantly, the tools and knowledge. Not only did DMS set me up to have a perfect GPA in college, DMS set me up to love it. Suzanne Woodford (the principal and director of the school) treats every student as her own and goes above and beyond each day to make sure each and every student is on track and enjoying what they're doing. I have never met a women so passionate about teaching and so generous with her time. Suzanne pushed me to follow my passions. For example, if I mentioned I wanted to open up a booth at an art festival, the next day Suzanne would have a newspaper article about upcoming festivals and emails on who to contact as well as give me advice on how to make it profitable. When I was just 12, I had a booth at 2nd Friday Art Walk, a working knowledge on how to sew full dresses, the ability to talk to working professionals in my field without feeling scared, and most importantly, someone always in my corner pushing me to be better, and that is all due to Suzanne Woodford. Do yourself and your child a favor, tour the school. It was the best decision my parents ever made.

Best school! Hands down! 1 child attending since 18 months old. He has thrived beyond my…read moreexpectations! I could not recommend this school more. Math, science and life skills are all part of the Montessori school!

I absolutely LOVE Casa De Montessori (CDM)! My oldest graduated from their Kindergarten program two…read moreyears ago, and my youngest is currently enrolled--and we couldn't be happier. Mary, the director, is truly one of the kindest and most genuine people my children and I have had the pleasure of knowing. Her leadership creates a warm, inclusive, and bilingual environment that reflects the very best of what early education should be. CDM is more than just a school--it's a nurturing community that lays the groundwork for children to grow into compassionate, confident, and curious global citizens. The foundation my children have received at CDM has sparked a lifelong love of learning. Mary has thoughtfully assembled a team of educators who are deeply committed to Montessori principles and, most importantly, to respecting and supporting each child as an individual. If you're looking for a school that will support your child's growth--academically, emotionally, and socially--look no further. CDM is an absolute gem!

This school is such an incredible place for your children. Montessori is a unique program that is…read moredesigned for the developing child's mind. Tempe Montessori School has classrooms from infants thru elementary. Don't be fooled by the charter and public Montessori schools. They aren't the true curriculum of Montessori. Nothing is more pure than AMI Montessori. The campus is so cute. Natural landscape and a barn with animals. Incredible!!!

This school,is a nice school and most kids hate going to school bit my kid love to go and laves to…read moresee his teacher.I woud take your kid here they have a good school and love the education it's also a family opened school.alos my kid loves to see the animal's and play with his friends and I have took all my kids here and they love it.i recommend this school and the education, the teaching everything else is amazing.

DGM is an absolutely amazing school. I will be honest…read moreenrollment felt challenging I think our application got lost in the sauce BUT once we were in, I couldn't be more grateful for the experience we have had. Every parent wants that school that feels like home, like their child is valued and seen, and where they are respected as parents - that's this school. My son (now 5) has a lot of energy, and a speech delay. The prior Montessori school he was at labeled him as "too much" and told me he needed to be in a "dedicated special education program". We got to DGM with Ms. Tessa (Primary), and wow she's an absolute unicorn of a teacher! She teaches emotional regulation in her classroom, her room full of 26 kids listen to her with ease. My son is so loved in her class and he has grown so much (in just 1 school year)! She's not a special education teacher she just knows how to teach with mindfulness, care, and the utmost attention. I wish all families could experience a school like DGM and a teacher like Ms.Tessa. Even the teaching assistants & school staff are so loving & kind. If your family is interested I 20/10 recommend. If money is holding you back, speak to the school about scholarships and aid, the school Director is amazing, she will make time to talk to your family personally. Coming to DGM was a life changing move for our family. I'm forever grateful! Excited for many more years at DGM!

Under no circumstance take your children to this school. I repeat-- DO NOT TAKE YOUR CHILDREN TO…read moreTHIS SCHOOL. My daughter was physically abused by her assistant teacher in this private school "Desert Garden Montessori." It was during lunch time that my daughter was feeding water to her best friend. Mrs. Kristen, the assistant teacher, sees her goes over to her, pulls her hard by her arm and places her close to her face and says "Stop doing that she's not a baby." Leaving her finger marks under my daughter's arm from how hard she had pulled her. The school told me two different stories and none of them matched. The director and owner Shetal did absolutely nothing to protect other children and their safety as Kristen was never suspended or under any formal investigation. SHE IS STILL WORKING THERE. The director didn't even bother to look at the pictures during the first meeting with her and when she finally saw them by email she responded to me that they looked faded. Two weeks after they finally looked at the outside cameras because I asked for that, and found nothing other than Amy daughter just playing. Also, two weeks after other employees such as the social worker and HR were aware of what had happened. TWO WEEKS AFTER. And that was because I spoked to them. The pictures speak for themselves and my daughter's story does too. My daughter was so afraid and so blocked from what had happened as at home we don't do any physical damage. When I asked her why she didn't tell me some details sooner she responded: "Mom I didn't want Mrs. Kristen to be mad again." This is insane. This lady was cleaning tables when she saw my daughter giving water to her friend she proceeded to remove one of her gloves and pulled and grabbed my daughter so hard that she left her fingers marked on her skin. "It hurt mom. It hurt a lot and all I wanted was mom and dad." I'm disgusted by this situation and as a mother, this was definitely one of the hardest things I had ever gone through. The least thing a school should provide is safety and this school cannot even give you that. The Chief Investigator of the State Board of education was disgusted by this situation and in disbelief at the way this was handled by the director Shetal. I quote "These marks are severe and that woman who did them knew exactly what she was doing. Someone with this temperament cannot and should not be around children" Please keep your children safe and do not send them to this school who will never care for you as a parent or even as a human being.

The teachers and directors are wonderful and incredibly kind. We are very grateful for this school…read moreand highly recommend it!!

Great school, wonderful environment, excellent teachers . My child learned a lot…read more Gagan Saluja

My daughter has been in the toddler program at Montessori Day School (MDS), Lakeshore campus. I had…read morebeen searching for daycares for her for months. I almost settled down with a chain type daycare, but was skeptical. I'm glad I found MDS, Lakeshore. It's a hidden gem. The atmosphere is very different from other day cares I've visited. The classroom is not chaotic, but peaceful. The teachers stay with the kids throughout the day. The curriculum is more structured. My daughter enjoys a variety of Montessori lessons, given to kids at their own pace. The lessons are more like fun games to her. I think she also likes to interact with kids of different ages (18 months - 3 years old in one class). Because of a small class size, all kids get attention from the teachers. They are experienced Montessori teachers and also loving and caring. They made efforts to comfort my daughter during her first weeks. My daughter (and I) have been very happy. I highly recommend the school.

From the owner: We partner with parents, using Montessori principles and practice, to support the individual…read morepotential of the child.

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.

I honestly don't know how this place is still open. My child is 5 and still suffers from the abuse…read moreand neglect inflicted upon him while he attended this place. They had VERY poor communication when it came to hand foot mouth outbreak, so we unfortunately had to heal from that. My son was also bitten ON THE FACE by another child, and I also had to take him to the ER after his elbow was dislocated from one of the teachers improperly picking him up. This place needs to be investigated and shut down. We are still suffering.

We LOVE NHLL. We attribute a lot of our son's milestones to this daycare. The staff is friendly and…read morewelcoming. With the bright wheel app they use, I know exactly what my son is up to and the different activity they do during the day. We loved Mrs. Kelley, but we also love Ms. Megan, Miss Danet, and Ms. Lacie.

My son has been going here for 4 years. He has had some Behavorial issues this year so far where he…read morehas had to be picked up for the day numerous times. 2-3 weeks ago we had a zoom meeting and all agreed to do a video call mid-day with the staff and our son to praise him for doing good and to remind him not to bite or hit. That video call we all agreed on happened ONE time a day or two after our zoom meeting and not once since then. When they talk to you about you child misbehaving they talk to you like you're a kid as well "you know biting and spitting is wrong."We (myself and my wife) already know what Behavior is wrong and don't need it spoon fed to us. They also don't really go over what happens. I understand you can't have eyes on every single kid every second. Is he being picked on? Provoked? Etc? He isn't just randomly going up to someone and hitting them for no reason. They didn't really give him a chance to improve or give us the resources they claimed to have available so that makes me kind of sad. I wonder why they expelled him so fast. He has been going there for 4 years. They also haven't had a "principal" for the past 3-4 months. We were already talking about switching daycares a couple weeks ago (though we didn't want to because everyone is nice and friendly) so I guess it's for the best. If your 4 YEAR OLD child isn't an absolute 100% angel and fluent in logical thinking and comprehension of consequences then maybe look elsewhere.