Our experience at Charlottesville Waldorf School has been an absolutely wonderful introduction to…read morelearning for our child. The teachers create such a peaceful, loving environment where children feel safe, seen, and truly cared for. We've been especially impressed by how thoughtfully the teachers nurture imagination and creativity through play and storytelling. The seasonal celebrations and daily rhythm bring a sense of magic and consistency that our child looks forward to. The extensive time spent outdoors each day is a huge bonus. We heartily recommend the early childhood program to Central Virginia families.

The Waldorf School has been an incredible experience for our family. What stands out most is the…read moregenuine care for each child--not just in terms of schedule and directed learning, but as a whole person. There is a strong emphasis on human connection, creativity, and meaningful interaction, which feels increasingly rare in today's fast-paced, technology-driven world. I deeply appreciate how the school encourages children to step away from "machine life" and instead develop a true sense of self. Rather than focusing solely on productivity or outcomes, the approach nurtures curiosity, imagination, and emotional growth. While inspired by Waldorf principles, the school does not promote any specific ideology of Steiner, but instead captures the essence of holistic childhood development in a thoughtful and inclusive way. Equally wonderful is the sense of community and support among teachers, students, and families. It's a warm, thoughtful environment where children are truly seen and valued. We couldn't be happier.

We have been so happy with the quality of care at WCCC. Besides the huge bonus of providing healthy…read morebreakfast, lunch, and snack, we have found all of the teachers we've had to be kind, supportive, and patient. The emphasis on play-based learning provides for lots of outdoor time (they even have an outdoor classroom!) and art projects. Also appreciative of all the field trips. Our girls are excited to tell us about the fun things they do every day.

The staff at Westminster are second to none! I am so, so appreciative of the high level of…read morecommunication I get from my child's teachers - I always know what's going on and really trust them to care for my child. In addition, having such experienced teachers + staff means they are ready to make developmentally-appropriate recommendations for my child (e.g. - making suggestions about when to drop a bottle or switch to one nap). As a person with no prior experience with raising a child, I really value their perspective!

We enjoy Bright Beginnings for our child. She has fun daily and we like the reports they send each…read moreday. It has been a positive environment.

If zero was an option I would have chosen it, this place is extremely understaffed and everyone…read morelooks exhausted out of their minds. The place has this fish/ paint smell and the ceilings are peeling and have a stain on them, I went with my friend who has a child in this school, and the ceiling was leaking. If you want your child to have proper childcare DO NOT take them here because there are too many kids and not enough teachers and so much burnout is shown on everyone's faces. Not to mention the owner just seems to not care about any of the staff who are nice people who deserve more than being underpaid and having to deal with so many kids in one room.

Our daughter has done nothing but absolutely thrive here. The entire staff treats the children like…read morefamily, and my daughter simply adores her classmates and teachers. Not only has she learned a TON, but she has so much fun every day. We feel blessed to have found SMLP!

The school and all staff are amazing! My daughter went here the last two years and has grown in…read moreevery way!

We searched high and low for the right preschool for Miles and finally found it at Chancellor…read moreStreet. The play-based curriculum is just what he needs and the hands-on aspect of a co-op gives us insight into every aspect of his day. We love the focus on music, art and books and that the kids play outside daily, rain or shine. Miles LIVES for Heather and Pam, telling us daily that they are his favorite part of school - high praise, considering his love of play dough! :)

As a mom who has a masters degree in early childhood education I was reluctant to send my daughter…read moreto a preschool. A friend told me about her incredible experience with this particular school and it sparked my interest. After touring the school I just had to apply. I love that it is a play-based curriculum and really focuses on social aspects that kids need to learn. My daughter raves about the two amazing teachers and is genuinely sad when it's not a school day. We love that they incorporate arts, music, and reading into each day. The outdoor play area is full of opportunities for different play scenarios and they go outside no matter what the weather is. I also love that I get to be a part of the school by holding my own job as well as being a "helper" once a month. It makes it feel like you become part of a family. I can't wait to send my son there next year. This is an incredible school and I strongly recommend anyone who is looking for a play based school to take a tour!

Gigi the owner is so unprofessional. My granddaughter had a bruise on her outer upper ear with an…read moreunknown cause. She was seen by her pediatrician and the pediatrician recommended to ask the daycare if they are aware of this, since it is in an unusual spot. So, my daughter emailed Gigi, the owner, and never responded back. When my daughter saw Gigi at Daycare and ask about this without judging, Gigi's response was " Is this because of what happened before? ( There was an incident before this, that when Gigi discharge another child, instead of putting the child's name to be discharge, she put my granddaughter's name) Are you accusing us? So it means if your child has a bruise on her knees you will blame us? If you think your child is not a good FIT in this daycare, you need to take her out" Gigi is so unprofessional! She should say to my daughter this " I will review this with teachers and get back to you" instead of saying those unprofessional response. Gigi needs to enroll in good moral conduct and how to deal with her customers professionally. PLEASE don't let your children go to this day care. Owner/ Director should have a good rapport to children's parents, since we are partners in growth and development of a child, mentally and physically.

Found out that this daycare under investigation been hearing from a lot of people that they have…read moremold im there laundry room in the washer and dryer. I had walked in one time to my son's class and one of the teachers was screaming at one of the kids and grabbed him and yeanked him away from the other child. My son came home a couple of times with bruises and biting on him and I asked him who done it and he told me so I had said something to the director and nothing was done about it. They went u enrolling my son from their school because I lost my child care voucher but come to find out that the social services child care program won't pay for subsided program like Hillsdale KinderCare

We can't recommend this sweet preschool enough! Over the last 4 years, both of our children have…read moreattended preschool with Ms. Alison. We were looking for a half-day, nature and play-based preschool with experienced teachers and hit the jackpot when we found Ms. Alison's Kangaroo Preschool! We watched our children build social and emotional skills, get plenty of outdoor play time, marvel at the chickens, ducks, and garden, and always come home happy and excited for their next day there. My daughter was well-prepared for Kindergarten, and my son is right on track as his preschool days come to a close. We feel so lucky to have seen such blossoming growth from both our kids. We are very thankful for our time spent at Kangaroo preschool with Ms. Alison and Ms. Anna; both incredibly caring, kind, and insightful women that we will miss terribly!

I highly recommend Kangaroo Preschool to anyone looking for a play based, nature centered preschool…read moreprogram. Ms. Alison teaches an academic curriculum that is age appropriate and allows students to grow at their own pace. All students find success in some way each day and love coming to preschool! My oldest son spent almost 3 years with Ms. Alison, Ms. Laura, and Ms. Anna. Over his time with Ms. Alison, Paul gained confidence, strong friendships, and skills that prepared him very well for Kindergarten. He loved spending time in the garden, checking out the chickens, and playing in the wonderful outdoor play spaces. My younger son just spent his first year at preschool and has come such a long way during this time! Cole has gained confidence, learned to follow directions and expectations for activities and loves playing with his friends. He loves checking out new bugs or animals that may visit the preschool and playing with the many cars and trucks both inside and outside. As a family, we enjoy reading the classroom library books the boys have gotten to borrow and bring home each night. Both of my boys have different personalities and strengths and Ms. Alison has taught each of them in the way that works for their needs. This is a great preschool program and we are lucky to have Ms. Alison as part of our school years!

Staff are outstanding -- super thoughtful about what each individual child needs. I am so glad we…read morefound this place!

Our Neighborhood has been a wonderful center for our younger son. He's been there since he was…read morefour months old, and he has really thrived. The classrooms are spacious and comfortable and well-tended and filled with items appropriate to the age groups, mostly eco-friendly and natural objects. The teachers are incredibly creative in coming up with new objects and collections and themes for the children to learn and experience at every age, and the low caregiver-child ratios ensure plenty of focused attention through the day. The teachers carry through on a philosophy of respect and trust in the children, helping them learn to manage their emotions, to understand their world, and to work together with peers and teachers confidently and with empathy. Our son has had the same main teacher for two years, moving from classroom to classroom together with his cohort of similarly-aged friends, and she has been a true partner for us in his growth and development, with lots of feedback and observations for us to treasure. And the center hosts a private parents-only Shutterfly site where they post TONS of photos of the children every week. Priceless. He is loved, safe, happy, confident and learning so much, and he loves going to see his friends every day at school. He amazes me every day with what he has learned and who he is becoming as an Our Neighborhood kid. Far beyond a typical daycare, and totally worth it.

We absolutely love Old Dominion Day School! The teachers are loving and care about the children…read more The director is engaged and enthusiastic about the kids having a wonderful experience. They value learning and fun. Our son has been at Old Dominion since he was 3 months old and it has been a wonderful experience for our family. My son has several food allergies, and they have been very accommodating - preparing alternate meals for him when necessary. We trust Old Dominion and would recommend them to any family looking for great care.

This is the worst daycare we have ever encountered. There is no security system. Anyone can…read moreliterally walk through the front door (which opens up directly into a classroom) and just be told to make their way to the back of the facility where the director's office is located. The resources are old and run down. The daily communication is extremely poor. When we raised some of these concerns to the director we were told that they just do things differently than other daycares. Translation - "We have extremely low standards and we intend to stay that way." We took our child out immediately, and I wouldn't recommend anyone place their child here.

Tassia was warm and welcoming from the start. Her passion for child care certainly shows in every…read moredetail at Playful Learners Preschool. Tassia is empathetic, transparent, always open for conversation, and a parent herself. She employs a staff that also models those qualities. Playful Learners Preschool is very well kept, and cleaning is noticeably a priority. Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided each day. The playground is wonderful, and there is even a small wooded area to explore. The app allows you to easily connect to what your child is learning (and it's always nice to receive cute photos to brighten your work day!) I could go on and on about all the things I value about Playful Learners Preschool, but most importantly, I don't have to question what type of care my children are getting. I know in my absence they are being loved, nurtured, comforted, and encouraged to grow, learn, and explore in a caring environment every day.

It may be a fine place, however, they took a non-refundable deposit about a year ago, and never…read morecontacted us about placing our children. I would not put in a deposit unless you knew there was a space available.