Purple Moose is an exceptional early childhood experience for children and their families! Our son…read morecompleted the 2 year old preschool program and my husband and I (both educators) were blown away by the education and love provided! The communication from the directors and teachers was top notch and appreciated! We saw many pictures daily via the app used which led to great conversations with our son and a beautiful digital portfolio of his year! The lessons were themed, engaging, included multiple senses, child appropriate and child led, and a blend of inside and nature time! We loved seeing the cute projects coming home. The teachers truly loved the children and played with them and modeled play and learning. Such a fantastic learning environment and experience.

We were new to town and were referred to the Purple Moose by a co-worker of my husband. I keep…read morethanking them because we are so happy. My youngest, who just turned 3 started in January. I have 2 older children to compare their experiences with and let's just say that my 3rd is the luckiest of them all. Here is why I love it: 1. It is not a day care. I'm sorry day cares but you are different to no fault of yours. It's just a different environment and that shows. The kids act like they are going to "school". All arriving and departing at the same time. That for some reason creates an excitement. 2. It's old fasioned. I can't explain it but it's a good thing! 3. My child is learning so much! There is time for play as well but I'm amazed at how much he has learned in such a short time. I think it is the routine of it all. 4. My child is begging to go. I mean jumping up and down excited to go to school. This makes me want to jump up and down as well because I know that this is where the passion to learn starts!

Great school. Nice teachers. Friendly staff. Good playground and structured activities. I ℓ ℓ¢!read more

My nephew begin preschool at Ringwood School this past 2015-16 school year. My family and I were…read morevery excited for him to start school so he could make gains in the academic milestones he's behind in and increase his opportunities to socialize! I brought him to school early on in the year (he had attended a few days to that point). A non-school related familial issue occurred unexpectedly that day (mid-commute, actually..). When I arrived, Principal Elbert immediately brought me into his office, where we discussed the situation and concerns related to my nephew. He was AMAZING - very kind and sympathetic, and assured me what role he and his staff would play in regards to my nephew's well-being. My brother (nephew's father) has had extensive contact with Principal Elbert - both before the day I sat down with him and regularly by phone throughout this school year. I know I speak for my entire family when I say the communication is appreciated more than we can articulate. I'm so relieved to know that my nephew is in compassionate and capable hands, and that Principal Elbert and the staff are keeping an eye on him and his best interests.

Wouldn't send my dog. They have infestation problems, the center is ran based on the convenience of…read morethe staff not the needs of the kids. The gossip is amazing and majority of it stems from the director. Sad environment.

From the owner: Services Infant Programs, Many Years of Experience,…read morePreschool Programs, Primary Programs, Toddler Programs, Twos Programs Location Facts Parking, Handicap Parking, Waiting Area, Wheelchair Accessible, Wi-Fi, Restrooms Available Business Description McHenry Montessori School is a family owned preschool and day care center in McHenry, IL, serving the greater surrounding area. Established in 1996 with a strong commitment to excellence, our school offers a range of programs tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. From nurturing infants to curious toddlers and inquisitive preschoolers , we provide a rich educational environment designed to inspire and build a foundation for a lifelong love for learning. Our child centered Montessori approach encourages independence, creativity and a passion for exploration. With a variety of programs, including preschool, infant, toddlers, two's and school age care, we strive to provide high quality education that sets the foundation for a bright future.

Ehh! I'm not always lovin it. Nice helpful teachers but assistant principal. Mr Hibler isn't nice…read moreand yells at kids. Who likes that? Not me! Otherwise this school is great and my children enjoy going here!

My three children have attended Riverwood Elementary School (Zoe, 8 Kayla, 11 Michael, 5. ) I love…read morethis school! This Principal, Mrs. Robinson, is a very nice lady and will take ANY questions you may have about ANYTHING!!! Assistant Principal, Mr Hibler, is just O.K. He yells at children, which is why I gave the school three stars. I would say the classrooms are decent size, but could be bigger, especially when you have a bigger class. I'm not sure the yelling at children helps stop the child from doing bad things, but it may seem rude to parents, and may scare the children. I love the teachers my children have had. The children's teachers are: Kayla: K Miss Tessler, 1 Ms Fricke, 2 Miss Micklinghoff, 3 Mrs Hauck, 4 Ms Hare (Kolowaski) 5, Ms Sterbenz (now) Zoe: K Miss M, 1 Ms Erber, 2 Miss DeBlok, 3 Miss Hauck (now) Michael: K Miss M (now) So overall the teachers I have crossed paths with are nice and helpful. Would recommend except for the assistant principal!

I am SO glad this place closed down. One of the teachers would tell me stories about the owner…read morecoming in drunk. They fed the kids canned ravioli while other daycares are trying to serve healthier foods. I used to get phone calls all the time stating that I had to pick up my son because he was sick. I would get there and he would be fine. I almost lost my job because of this. Come to find out, the teachers wanted to go home and would call all of the parents. They didn't change the babies diapers. My sons pants were always wet, and, one day I came in to find my son in pink pants because they lost his pants. Seriously??? How do you lose a kids pants when he's wearing them??? It seemed like DCFS was there a lot and oh the lice outbreaks......