I can't say enough about how much I love this school. I sent both my older daughter and son (who is…read morecurrently there). The staff is so caring. Their philosophy aligns with everything I believe in. When my daughter attended, she learned things at 3, that she didn't approach again for the first time until K2. I think the greatest compliment is that as a working parent I trust for the time my son is there 8am-5pm, he is engaged, learning and having fun in a loving, supported environment.

Amazing preschool and toddler programs! Both my daughters love everything about it: the dedicated…read moreteacher, the curriculum and the parents community!

SPNS is truly the best! My son would run in everyday with a smile on his face. The teachers are…read moretruly amazing and the same goes for the community of families and students that attend. As a parent I feel it's the perfect mix of learning and play. Honestly can't say enough good things about this school- so happy with our decision to attend! My son has since graduated but I'm both eager and excited to be sending my daughter as soon as she turns 2.9 in a few months, I know she will be in great hands!

My son has made amazing progress during his time at SPNS, and we are very happy with our experience…read moreduring the last two years. The teachers are outstanding--they go above and beyond to engage the students in meaningful play and learning. The school community is welcoming and highly involved. My son loves going to school every day, and we will miss SPNS when he goes to kindergarten. Highly recommend!

I have to agree with Liza's review. My biggest regret is not taking my son out of here earlier. It…read moretook almost the entire summer for him to build back the self confidence the female teacher absolutely destroyed. I'm not angry- but want to flag if your kid has issues sitting still, has a mind of his own, or is 0.01% neurodivergent, don't do it. Differences are not encouraged and this place dramatically favors the kids who are most likely to excel (initially) in the tony school districts that surround it. My son is almost 9 and he still talks about what a nightmare his last few months at this place was, but does have good memories of his first year here with the male teacher. My husband wanted to give his last "report card" back to them and I wish we did. Our son has done nothing but thrive in our school district since.

If I could give 0 of 5 I would. Anytime they can't accomplish something they promised they could…read morethey blame the kid and shame the parents. I waited 2 years to write this and I've had 3 other families tell me what a horrible experience they also had. They told me my kid was the hardest kid they have had in 30 years -- and if that's the case I'd be FLOORED. No behavioral issues. No acting out. Nothing. Bad behaviors have emerged with other kids during their time there. They have no concept of what age appropriate behavior is. The man is nice but the woman is a nightmare. Steer clear. I wouldn't send my younger there if they paid me.

Our son has attended The Campbell School for 2 years and has thrived physically, socially, and…read moreemotionally with the support of the amazing teachers and staff. The Campbell School offers a great mix of play and learning, and the teachers invest time to get to know your child as an individual. I am grateful that the school has recently expanded hours and is open to ongoing input and feedback from parents on how to continuously improve the experience for students and parents.

Fantastic program. Can't speak any higher of the teachers and director. Best school in town. My…read morechildren love it.

I could not ask for a better daycare experience. The teachers are so incredibly loving and caring…read more My son has formed deep bonds with his teachers and looks forward to going to school (sometimes even wants to go on the weekends! =p ) They even make sure to let him visit his little sister in the infant room. Lauren runs an excellent program which offers: music / dance class, indoor gym for rainy or cold days, specials days (tie dye, pajama day, Hawaiian day, pizza days, etc. ). Infants are taken for walks in the stroller (with parent permission and weather permitting). Children go "swimming" in kiddie pools in the summer and usually make a point to get outside every day (weather permitting). Kids big and small seem to really love being there - it makes it easier to go to work each day knowing that my babies are being loved and cared for in a safe, nurturing environment.

Worst management I have ever experienced. Never picks up a phone call making me wonder how parents…read moreget ahold of anybody during the day. Rarely responds to emails. Seems like waitlist is run in order of preference. Management no show for tour. How can you trust them with your children under such unprofessional management? Do not send your children there!!!

DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO THIS SCHOOL. I opened a yelp…read moreaccount just to write a review about this horrid place, b/c I want to warn other parents before they make the same mistake I did. I sent my child to this school for two years on the recommendation of friends. Since then we have all withdrawn our children and are very disappointed. The directors are dishonest and money hungry, they lack all compassion and principal. Their are some nice teachers ( Jan) but others leave a lot to be desired. Their policies are extremely rigid in terms of withdrawing your child or changing your schedule, and they will try to rip you off at every corner. . Framingham has plenty of day cares/preschools, don't put your child in this one, it will be a mistake.

This is a wonderful preschool, we absolutely love it. I really don't understand the other reviewer,…read more because everyone I know who has gone to this school absolutely loves it. My oldest son started preschool here at 2.9 and had a very hard time adjusting as he had been at home with me before that- the teachers were warm, supporting and so wonderful with him. He soon loved it and went all the way through Pre-K there. My younger son is now following in his footsteps. We actually lived in Natick and travelled to Framingham to go to this school. All of the teachers and directors are warm, loving and have the childrens best interest at heart. I have recommended this school to many people. It is a nurturing place for kids to learn, it reminds me of preschools of 20 years ago - a classic nursery school.

My son has been a student here since September and I can't say enough about The Paintbox Preschool…read more The kids are active all day, doing activities, learning a lot including sign language! They have a private Facebook page for parents and family and post videos and pictures of the kids learning and playing everyday! I can't see any other preschool providing the positive and educating environment The Paintbox Preschool offers. My son goes three days a week and loves every minute of it! If I could give it 10 stars I would....

My grandson is a current student at the Paintbox Preschool. I am so impressed by the creative…read morelearning that is going on. Utilizing a variety of media and techniques, the children are learning their alphabet and reading skills in clever and positive ways. The daily photos that are posted on the private Facebook site show very happy and busy children. As an out-of-state grandmother, I am thrilled to see the children at work and play, feeling very much a part of their progress! Thank you to all the teachers at this wonderful school for providing such a cheerful first experience in their education. My grandson just loves being there!

I have 2 children that have attended Woodside and if I could give 10 stars I would. The teachers…read morehere are each passionate about the age group they teach. Each of my children had strength in some subjects and challenges in others. Teachers personalized plans to give them the support and push to thrive. Now my oldest is in HS. He engages with teachers, develops his own study plan, and looks for challenges on his own. None of the other schools we looked at would have given the experiences he had at Woodside. 10/10 for us.

Prospective parents: please look at the numbers before you enroll…read more My biggest advice to parents considering Woodside Montessori Academy in Millis is simple: don't make your decision based only on the school tour or the Montessori philosophy. Ask questions, look at the numbers, check public records, and talk to families who have actually experienced the school. Ask about enrollment and retention. How many students are currently in Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, and Middle School? More importantly, how many students who enter the elementary program actually stay through Middle School? In my experience, enrollment drops by around 50% in the higher grades. Prospective parents should ask the school for its actual retention numbers. Ask about teacher turnover. How many teachers have left in the past five years? How long have the current teachers been at the school? What is the teacher turnover rate? Check the EEC records. The public EEC record lists a 2025 investigation in which non-compliances were identified. The school never shared this investigation with parents, and we were kept in the dark about what happened, what the non-compliances were, and what corrective actions were taken. Parents should review the EEC records themselves and ask the school for an explanation. PE and facilities are concerns. The school does not have a dedicated PE facility. Students have used the school's backyard and the front yard of a nearby church for PE. In our experience, some students were exposed to poison ivy there. There is also no dedicated music teacher. The school also does not have a dedicated room or auditorium for plays and large performances. For school plays, it has to rent a large room from a local church, requiring students and parents to leave campus for these events. Ask about the approximately $1,000 activity fee. We did not receive a clear accounting of how much was collected, how much was spent, or how much money was left. I am not accusing anyone of financial misconduct; my concern is transparency. Parents should ask exactly what this fee covers and request the details. Ask where graduates go. In my experience, many Middle School students who continue to high school attend Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School. There is nothing wrong with a vocational high school, but prospective parents should ask for actual graduate-placement information. Ask about Spanish. If Spanish is important to your family, ask students to speak with you in Spanish. This may give you a better sense of how much they are actually learning from the school's Spanish program. Talk to current and former parents, especially families whose children left the school. Check EEC records, ask difficult questions, and compare Woodside with other schools. For our family, student retention, teacher stability, facilities, enrichment, transparency, high-school outcomes, regulatory history, and the school's willingness to listen to parents all matter. Do your homework before committing your child--and potentially many years and thousands of dollars--to any school.