We feel so fortunate to have our son at Creative Play House this year. He has a great time there,…read moreand, he has made definite strides in his socialization, confidence, and development. It is a wonderful, nurturing place for children and their families. Willa and Ashlee care for and guide our son in a gentle, respectful, and fun way. What's more, they have been an excellent resource for us as parents as we navigate the toddler years. Creative Play House is a truly unique place, and I have and would recommend it to any family looking for the best Preschool for their child.

CPH is an amazing place for preschoolers to learn and grow. The teachers are nurturing and fun…read more They provide guidance when needed and help each child be their best selves.

My family has had a wonderful experience at Roots N Shoots! The thought, knowledge and dedication…read moreLynn has for this school is immediately apparent when walking in the door. Everything is very well thought out and executed from the beautiful physical space she has set up inside and outside her home, the art projects the kids do, the monthly learning themes (ocean, farm, weather, etc), the guest teachers she brings in (art, yoga, etc) and the field trips they go on. One of my favorite things about Roots N Shoots is the emphasis on outdoor play and connecting with our regional natural world. The hours are also great (9-3) - really allows me to get things done and for my son to be fully immersed in the day. Plus we have met really fantastic families through Roots N Shoots. Some of our closet friends in Maine! We couldn't be happier with our son's experience.

Choosing a first school experience for your first child is a tall order. We were looking for a…read moresmall group setting with an outdoor/play focus in a comfortable, caring, nurturing, environment - something I wasn't even sure existed until we found Lynn Rutter and Roots n Shoots. We couldn't have been more pleased from the minute we walked in the door, and from our first experience with Lynn. Clearly dedicated to the early childhood experience of play and exploration as the path to authentic learning, Lynn's connection to children and her ability to create a beautiful, welcoming, engaging environment for them is beyond compare. Playing and learning in the woods, backyards and gardens; exploring the neighborhood; creating art; doing yoga; putting on performances - the kids at Roots n Shoots have the luckiest, most appropriate preschool experience I can imagine. Not only our child, but we ourselves, have made lifelong friends in the other Roots n Shoots families. I'm so happy that this is our daughter's (and hopefully, in a couple years, our son's) first experience with how wonderful school can be.

Our daughter has attended NAMS for the past 2 years and she is having a wonderful and enriching…read moreexperience. The teachers inspire creativity through art and play while laying the ground work education she needs in preparation for elementary school. Our daughter is also learning how to form close friendships and recognize and express her emotions and this is invaluable. She is always happy and smiling when we pick her up and this makes being working parents much easier.

From the owner: We specialize in quality child care for infants through preschool children utilizing Montessori…read moreearly childhood educational practices. We are open year round and have years of experience.

My son had attended the Saco Toddle Inn which led me to believe the Westbrook one would be equally…read moreas good.... The only bright spot about this day care is the two head teachers in my daughters room. Place is small. My daughter was only in the facility for four weeks but got conjunctivitis twice and we were called a couple of times for false alarms. What's worse is that the owner is either unresponsive or has 'canned'answers for everything. Between the travel, copays and time missed from work this place is a rip off. Go to another Toddle Inn facility.

We love ARWO! Our 18 month old has been there since she was 5 months old and we couldn't be…read morehappier. The staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. They put me at ease leaving my baby with them! She loves going to school and comes home tired and happy :)

Arwo is a fantastic childcare center! The entire staff is welcoming and caring. Their safety…read moreprecautions are very thorough and they take the time to get to know each and every child. I would recommend them to any parent in the Portland area.

I love this daycare! They are loving, warm and the small atmosphere really brings the kids…read moretogether. Coming from a center to Kountry kids highlights the benefits of in home care. Diane's attentiveness, patience, and focus on healthy growth has made such a positive impact in the development of our children. I'm so glad to have found her.

I have been beyond thrilled with the high quality of services, attention to detail and robust…read morecurriculum that Heidi's house provides to my two children. My wife and I say everyday how blessed and thankful we are for the peace of mind Heidi's house gives us. Heidi's house goes out of their way to provide accommodations for one of kids as they have had Child Development Services for speech delay.

I have had every (high) expectation met by both my child's teachers and the administration…read more Communication with teachers and administration has been nothing but exceptional. My child has thrived and my expectations have been exceeded. I come from a childcare background and could not have asked for a better place to send my child. My child is respected and encouraged to learn and develop at her own pace and style. Administration has always been there to answer developmental questions that I have and provides any additional resources that I ask for. Top notch care!