I've spent a few months here under the Classroom Buddy program. Essentially, you carve some time…read moreout of your day to spend it with a kiddo that needs a little extra educational help or encouragement. You become their "buddy." You're decently vetted before you can step foot into a classroom. There's a short application process and you must be legally background checked (with the fancy blue paper background check, not just an online one). Once approved, you get a 5 year badge and you're able to check in to the school. I'm impressed with the organization of this school. I'm in two separate classrooms and both teachers are great. The kiddos are all respectful and care to be in school. The office staff, cafeteria staff and paraprofessionals are very personable with each kiddo. It's a lovely sight to see! As for the Classroom Buddy program, it's easy to get set up if you email the school for details. Even a small amount of time with a kiddo each week could change their perspective on many things, both short and long term. You can change a child's life. Yes, YOU.

"Kids count at the Mount!" Such a silly sounding motto, but at the same time it's cute…read more I attended this elementary school from 4th grade to 6th grade and had a pretty good time. I really enjoyed and looked up to all of my teachers. They were all amazing and wonderful people who taught me a lot. Some of them are still there! They have an accelerated program and a magnet program that brings in students from all over outside the Mt. Washington area. We were taught Latin in preparation for the curriculum at Walnut Hills High School even though not everyone went there. I also learned how to type about 60 words a minute when I was in the 5th grade, which is something most people can't say! This is a great school for your young ones to attend. There is even a huge playground in back for recess!

My child attends and has enjoyed her experience. It is and academically rigorous school, so it…read moremight not be a good fit for a struggling student. But we have experienced both students and staff who are welcoming and caring. I feel like she is getting more attention and has challenged herself more than she would have in another environment. Best of all, she is surrounded by a community of other girls who share our values of hard work, critical thinking, advocating for one self and faith.

My daughter is a Junior at Ursuline. Ursuline has truly lived up to the promise to help her develop…read morea voice, think critically, and enhance her natural talents, intelligence, and curiosity. I am proud to have her as a daughter, and thankful for such a wonderful environment.

We signed our son up for tutoring in June to avoid the summer slump, but our family ultimately…read moredecided that Huntington was not the right fit, primarily because the tutoring model we received differed significantly from what we understood during the enrollment process. Enrollment uses a remote salesperson after a local assessment, and in our case that created a major disconnect. We expected individualized, interactive instruction. Instead, our son was placed in a small-group setting (up to a 4:1 student-to-tutor ratio) where much of the work consisted of independently completing worksheets while the tutor rotated among students. Parents should also understand the financial commitment before enrolling. In addition to the assessment fee, there is a $250 registration fee, and families are expected to prepay a large tutoring package. We were initially presented with a plan exceeding $10,000 before ultimately enrolling in a package of roughly $3,000. Had the instructional model and financial commitment been clearly explained upfront, we would not have enrolled. Our second session was also impacted by staffing issues while the director was serving jury duty. Our son was overwhelmed by the lack of structure, and the experience highlighted how dependent the center appeared to be on the director's presence. To the local director's credit, she spent considerable time discussing our concerns, was candid about the issues we raised, offered to credit the disrupted session, and ultimately honored the refund provisions of our agreement. Our concerns stemmed primarily from the disconnect between the enrollment process and the day-to-day tutoring experience we encountered. I'm leaving this review in the hopes that other parents can go in more informed than we were.  Before starting with an assessment, make sure you understand what a typical session actually looks like and know all fees and the size of the required prepaid tutoring package.

This college is fantastic super friendly staff and students very clean safe environment. Extremely…read morehelpful with the process coming from out of state .

Went here for two years getting my Associates of Business in Culinary Arts, I loved the program and…read morethe kitchens are top notch and even better than a lot of the restaurant's here in Cincinnati. : In terms of the credit hour rate it is one of the lowest for Culinary Schools, I had friends attend the Culinary Institute of America and after two years they had spent over 100,000 just for tutiton, room and board and fees. After two years at MCI I spent around 8 thousand dollars and trained under Certified Master Chefs. :Since this is a community college, there is no school pride which is sad to see, a lot of students when asked about our basketball team didn't even know where the gym was. : Things to check out if you go there currently for lunch I suggest Bakery Hill on the 2nd floor of ATLC, everything is made there fresh everyday and the counter people are pastry students that really care about you, compared to the Overlook where the food is bland and way overpriced and greasy and the workers don't want to help you. : Also check out the Summit, it is an acting restaurant run by Chef Sean Kagy and his all student work staff in the kitchen and Donna and her all student wait staff. I would suggest going on Friday nights as they have had three courses plus wine pairings for around thirty dollars a person.

Middletown Christian School: A Loving, Organized, and Faith-Filled Community…read moreWe attended Middletown Christian School ELC and were extremely pleased with the care our child received. The teachers and staff provide exceptional early education while modeling and teaching Christian principles in everything they do. Each day is filled with kindness, patience, and genuine love. This was our first year at Middletown Christian School, and I can't say enough about the incredible experience we've had from day one. The enrollment process was clear, simple, and supported by approachable, knowledgeable staff who truly want every family to feel confident and welcomed. I often struggle with new or multi-step processes, but this school doesn't let you fail or struggle. From enrollment to the first day, the team is there every step of the way, guiding with patience and care. Another standout part of the experience is the carline process. I was nervous about getting it wrong, but it's so well-organized that even the most anxious parent can relax! The administration, teachers, and staff all participate to ensure safety, order, and encouragement every single day. The Superintendent and Principals are regularly present, visible, and engaged. Their accessibility for discussions, feedback, and even small concerns shows how genuinely invested they are in the students and families. Anytime I've called the office, no matter how small my question, I've been met with kindness and encouragement to reach out anytime. That support has made us feel part of a true community. During the first month of school, the staff worked together seamlessly to make sure no child felt lost, confused, or overwhelmed -- bringing incredible peace of mind to parents. Our teacher is absolutely wonderful. She helps the children learn and grow while keeping parents consistently informed and connected. Her communication gives me complete confidence that my child is cared for, both academically and emotionally. She also models Christian values daily -- teaching with patience, kindness, and grace. She lives her faith in the classroom, providing a Godly example for the children to follow. Safety is another area where MCS excels. In a time when school safety must be intentionally planned and supported, Middletown Christian takes this responsibility to heart. An active-duty police officer is present on campus daily, walking the property, connecting with staff, and providing a visible, reassuring presence. This commitment creates a sense of security and community grounded in care and vigilance. At the heart of MCS is something truly special: a learning experience, curriculum, and culture grounded in God's love and creation. The staff don't just teach Christian principles -- they live them. This Christ-centered environment reflects strong, faith-driven leadership that sets the tone for the entire school. The Superintendent, Principals, and administrative team lead by example, ensuring that every classroom and program reflects compassion, integrity, and faith. Middletown Christian School isn't just a place where children learn -- it's a place where they are loved, guided, and inspired to grow in faith and character. We are beyond grateful to be part of this school family and look forward to many more years here.

MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN DAYCARE. Our sons were in the "bunnies" room (age 9 months) for 4 days. They…read moremake you fill out an intense stack of paperwork asking for their exact schedule of naps/feeding because they say they will adhere to your schedule. The reality is, they do whatever they want. My boys some days had 1 nap, some days 2 naps, and never at the same time or on their regular schedule. They have a "parents do not cross" line in the classroom, which is a joke- if my kid is screaming their head off- which they were- and you ignore them, I am going to cross your line and get them. On their final day, I could literally hear my son screaming from out in the parking lot when I came for pick up. When I got in the classroom, Miss Rebecca, told me he "just started crying." This child was bright red and blotchy, runny nose, and gasping for breath from crying so hard. He did NOT just start crying. Miss Rebecca said he (my 9 month old son) REFUSED his 11:00am bottle. It was 4:00pm at pick up. A 9 month old going 5 hours without a bottle is insane. Also, dropped the kids off one morning at 7:00am and there was another kid there strapped into a bouncy seat. Around 9:30am we were sent a picture of our kids playing, and that same kid was in the background still strapped into the same seat hours later. When I told them we were not a good fit for their center, threw all the boys belongings into a trash bag and left it at the front desk for me to pick up. When I asked to speak to the director about my experience, I was told she was not available.

Susan Wineland is the best secretary this school has ever had. Fast Efficient and extremely…read morehelpful. Whatever you're paying her, pay her more. Whatever she needs, get it to her. Whatever she says, you should probably listen. She literally made the difference in my entire week when dealing with the mess of websites trying to get my transcripts.

They may be offiically rated Excellent from the state, but I would rank them Excellent as an alum!…read more I think they are outstanding - and I appreciate all they do to try to connect the community to the school district. They provide numerous opportunities to the students to help them grow and learn to be prepared for college and the real world!

My daughter attended KinderCare Symmes from 12 weeks to about 20 weeks old. She was in the small…read moreinfants room with the non-mobile babies. The first person I interacted with at KC was their director. She took me on a tour, showing me the infants room and telling me all the great things about KC. It was close to work and the director seemed great and that it why we chose to send our daughter there. Our experience was pretty rough from the start. The baby and I were both getting used to this new routine. I was trying not to be the typical overbearing mother and put my faith in the teachers/caregivers. One of my first negative experiences was in the first or second week there. I knew my daughter had been struggling a bit. I stopped in to see her on my lunch break and spoke with the main teacher and one of her helpers. They made it seem like she cried all day every day. They asked me if she was colicky and what kind of formula I was feeding her, etc. At home my daughter was very happy, slept well and didn't cry a lot at all so I found this conversation very disconcerting. I tried to continue the conversation with the main teacher when I picked up my little one that afternoon, and at that time she made it seem like my daughter was doing great and was totally adjusted to the new environment. This was confusing based on our previous conversation (that had totally stressed me out). I followed this up by emailing the director who never responded. In addition to the awkward, poor communication with the teacher, I had a bad interaction with the co-director. She called me about some paperwork and as I picked up the phone I could hear her complaining about someone (though I never figured out if it was about me or my daughter or sometime else entirely). It was completely unprofessional. In addition to these interactions I saw the infant room over ratio at least a handful times in the two months we were there. There were older infants and toddlers all over the small infants room, exposing the babies to more germs than they should have been (sometimes touching the babies because the teachers couldn't reign them all in). The main teacher seemed very stressed out a lot of the time. Her assistants were never consistent (different people there a lot, at both drop off and pick up). It honestly just felt very chaotic. Now that I've laid out my experience and why we left I will lay out some of the pluses... The teachers and director were very nice. While communication could certainly use improvement I do think they did well under the circumstances. I really liked one of the assistants who I believe worked in the older infants room full time but helped in the small infants room in the morning. KC (or at least this location) also provides their own diapers and wipes, which was pretty big perk. They also provided formula if you didn't mind to ask them for it (you still have to bring the formula home and prepare bottles every day). And they work with many companies to give an employee discounts. I'm sure childcare is an extremely challenging field to work in. I didn't walk away with any personal negative feelings for the people who work here. A lot of the challenges we faced are likely typical of any childcare organization. But I wanted a smaller, calmer environment and more personal care for my daughter so for us KC didn't work out.

I haven't even fully finished enrolling my kids and I'm super excited for them to be there! I was…read moreactually putting them in a different daycare but when I called they said that they had no record of my kids being enrolled there and put me on hold for 5 mins and came back and said they found the paperwork but from that point forward I had a bad feeling. Why would I leave my kids with someone that can't even find their papers? So I found this kindercare, and I'm honestly soooo happy things worked out the way they did, they classrooms are spacious, they offer more activities and things to do, and their playground looks super fun, my kids have never been in daycare and I was nervous but they settled all that and now I'm super confident and excited for my kids to be going here! I'll have a infant and toddler there. Very organized and clean and spacious.

My whirlwind trip to Cincy for NCECA pottery convention also included me hitting up some local…read moregalleries and participating in show receptions. I was enthralled walking into this space and the gallery displays were phenomenal! One of my favorite artists was actually there talking about her pieces- and it is always wonderful to meet the artist behind exhibited pieces! She made wonderful sculptures of busts and heads with what I would call brain chaos sprouting out of the tops of the heads. For me- I love art that sparks an emotional response, is something relatable, or something that just sparks my curiosity and imagination. There were plenty of other artists work there too and I loved several different pieces. On this particular evening I was sprinting through town hitting up several galleries- but this was my first stop and made a huge impression on me. The space itself is also wonderful. We were only allowed access to the downstairs gallery, I assume classrooms were upstairs or downstairs (or both) and I could see there were other exhibits, but those were closed. Cincinnati really embraced the NCECA pottery crowd and made sure to have as many exhibits across town as possible!

The Art Academy has come a really long way in the past few years. They used to be located in Mt…read more Adams but recently purchased a larger building in Over-the-Rhine and have moved everything downtown. It's a beautiful building on Jackson Street that was re-done to fit the style of the Art Academy. Inside there is a sprawling atrium that looks up all the floors around the staircases. There is gallery space all over the building and chances are there is some show up. Right now the SOS Political art show is hung up as well as the Visual Fringe Gallery for the Fringe Festival. The Art Academy generously donates a classroom to the Fringe Festival as well for it's use for a few plays and it's a great space for them! The Art Academy unfortunately had a rapid decrease in enrollment since their move downtown, which was to be expected. However, with the revitalization of the gateway quarter (as it's now being called) things should be looking up for them. If you are looking for a great art school for all aspects of visual art and design, this is the place to go!