Turnover was an issue for our family, as a number of teachers moved in and out of our sons class…read moreduring our time at this school. Currently, the school is giving us the runaround regarding the refund they owe to our family. They have not paid for over 90 days and continue to provide vague responses about the return of our money. At this point, there are appear to be some unethical business practices at play and we will be taking action to resolve the issues

I highly recommend Guidepost at Deerfield. My son has attended this school now for 1.5 years, and I…read morehave been beyond pleased with the teachers and administration. They are very caring, attentive, and focus on development and independence. My son is in the Spanish immersion program and participates in the extracurricular soccer program. He enjoys going to school each day and talks about his teachers and friends at home. I have experienced many daycares through moving between CA, TX, GA with my oldest child. Communication and cleanliness stands out above most others. I am happy to have my son at Guidepost.

Selected this Montessori for our 20 month old after moving back to the ATL area from overseas…read more Nora was a delight to meet and instantly made me feel welcome. Ms Manu was my child's teacher and she was equally warm and welcoming. The staff is all very friendly (Manuela at the front desk is the best and so very helpful!). The place is clean. They provide healthy meals. It is small but has all the necessary things for your growing child. This was my first Montessori experience and because of that I am bought in to the method of education. Keep up the great work, Ladies! My child is better for it, thank you for everything!!

We are very pleased with MMS and cannot say enough good things about the school director , Ms. Nora…read moreand her staff. They are kind, genuine and care for all the children. My son feels loved and wants to go school. We didn't have this experience at our last Montessori school in the area. Our son just turned two and is thriving. I recommend this school to any parent who is searching for the right environment for their child. MMS has it all. And they also have their own kitchen and prepare nutritious meals for the kids daily. A big help for working parents !

I went to this school as a student back in 2010-15 and I loved every year of it! Staff were very…read morefriendly, My peers were nice and I was in the after school program while waiting for my parents! Sadly nearly every staff member has left since I left but nice to see the place still thriving. For the parents reading this, I went out thinking I would forget or never see anyone BUT some kids went to the same Middle/High School as me! It was awesome to catch up with them after not seeing them for years!! Anyways, I loved this place and would 100% recommend this place to anyone.

This is a long and detailed review however please take the time to read it before enrolling your…read morechild in this school. This is also the very first review I have ever written on an online forum in my more than 40-year life, so please know this situation was a very impactful one to my son and our family as a whole. Our journey with Alpharetta International Academy (AIA) was mixed. My son attended for two and a half years, and the first two years were positive. The staff seemed attentive, and my son thrived in a supportive environment. During the third year, things changed. Because he was not fully potty-trained, AIA didn't promote him to the 3-year-old class, even though developmentally and academically he was capable of tasks well-suited to a preschool environment. Instead, he was placed in a class with toddlers as young as 18 months, which seemed overcrowded, leaving his teacher (what was perceived to be) overwhelmed. Her teaching style changed, as did her overall demeanor and patience level. As a result, our son became bored and unchallenged, which impacted his behavior. We began receiving calls to pick him up due to what we believe stemmed from the teacher's frustration. These calls came on two separate occasions, one for the teacher's inability to redirect him during circle time and once when he picked up a Montessori-sized chair and when he put it down, it came down on the teacher's foot. Mind you, these two times were the only time in now almost three years that we were called for these things or that there was any type of misbehavior communicated to us on behalf of the school. Both times we picked him up, we were assured by the head of school that his teacher would follow up with us about his behavior, but this never happened. We twice asked the teacher to move him into a developmentally appropriate class. Just two weeks prior to his withdrawal I urged her to move him into the developmentally appropriate class temporarily as a "trial". All of these suggestions and requests were refused. It was disappointing for the teacher to be so unresponsive to our requests to address this clear mismatch in placement. This was the same teacher who had worked wonderfully with him for two years and who had previously shown genuine care and understanding, so we were left confused as to her actions, or lack thereof. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with children, as well as the daughter of two Doctorate Level public school teachers, I understand that children are at their best when they're engaged in age-appropriate, stimulating settings. It was disheartening to see that the AIA staff now seemed unable to understand the impact a poorly suited classroom environment could have on our son's behavior and learning. To add to our distress and disappointment, the head of school sent a disingenuous response to my email with my intent to withdraw my son from her school due to a lack of a suitable and appropriate classroom environment. She did express regret at our decision, saying she loved our son and was committed to working with him. Her email response was a conflicting message, combining both overly kind and positive statements with underlying hurtful remarks. She informed us that we would still be responsible for paying a sizable early withdrawal fee, totaling thousands of dollars. Although we were aware of this fee in the enrollment agreement, my husband responded to explain that, given the circumstances leading to the change, we felt it was unfair to be held financially responsible for their choices and when we were already having to spent thousands to place him in a different learning environment. He also mentioned we would be leaving an honest review of our experience to better inform other families considering AIA. In response, the head of school reiterated the fee due and informed that we should "please understand that any communication perceived as a threat has been formally documented and will be addressed through the proper channels if necessary". This statement was unnecessary and upsetting to us, as we were simply expressing our intent to share our experience honestly. Ultimately, while we value the initial positive experience our son had at AIA, the handling of this final chapter left us with reservations regarding AIA's ability to make decisions that are best for the children they serve and questions regarding their authenticity in their mission statement. I hope this review helps AIA consider ways to better support students' needs and communicate open and in real time with parents. Lastly, I hope this review enables other parents considering AIA to make the most informed decision that leads to the most positive outcome for their child and family as a whole.

Our kids have been with Preston Ridge for a couple of years and their development is amazing! The…read moreteam at school is accommodating and warm and they do a great job balancing academic curriculum with social growth and fun. All of the teachers are incredible - we get a real sense of community taking great care to help our kids grow and develop.

Our son started at Preston Ridge 3.5 years ago and it has been the best decision we have ever made…read more This isn't daycare; this is school. His teachers have done so much to encourage his natural curiosity. He tells us all the time how much he loves school. One morning we pulled into the parking lot really early and he could see his teacher was changing out the learning materials from the last unit to the next. He squealed, "We are learning something new!" I could hardly get him out of the car fast enough. He is also very grounded in the concepts of love, acceptance, and kindness to all. Montessori is awesome and Preston Ridge does it better than anyone else around. Our daughters have just started the pre-primary class and at two they are learning letter sounds, healthy routines, math fundamentals, and how to be good friends and classmates. We know that in three years, they too will be ready for the world outside of this wonderful school as good learners and good little humans.

This school is better than the best. The staff is amazing. This school has a great learning…read moreenvironment. My son didnt know how to do things for himslefs and he is a three year old. Now he knows how to dress himself, knows how to eat and drink, and learned to share. What happpened to my kid is more than I expected in the good. My son changed in a month. Mom of the Alshammaris

From the owner: Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia, serving children ages 8 weeks to six years old, is…read morecommitted to providing an authentic Montessori experience, based on Dr. Montessori's scientifically designed system of learning. Our vibrant, multi-age classrooms and high quality Montessori materials inspire organic learning and foster collaborative relationships. With Montessori-certified teachers in every classroom and a school leadership team with advanced education degrees, we provide excellence in Montessori education for your family. Parent discussion groups and workshops, as well as family outings and festivals have helped us to build a strong community of families working together for the good of the children

I am so thankful for this school. My son has learned so much in 3 months. Ms. Rwan's class has been…read moreso incredible. They're so hands on. So patient. I'm so thankful to have found this community. All of the teachers are incredible. I couldn't rave enough about this place. 5 stars!!

The teachers and staff at this school are caring and patient with the children. When you enter the…read moreschool it is quiet and as you look into the classroom windows all of the children are engaged. My grandchild is spicy and they still managed to work with them and teach them ways to cope with strong feelings while at school. This has trickled down to the home as well. My grandchild looks forward to going to school. The learning experience here is outstanding with each child working on an activity independently during work times. I would recommend Medlock Bridge Montessori to anyone who wants the best first learning experience for their young child.

I cannot say enough good things about this school. My daughter has been going to this Montessori…read morefor about 6 months and it has been the best thing for her. Her teacher is the absolute best. So loving and kind, yet firm wth the children. The assistant teacher in her class is just as amazing. All the staff here loves the children and really have their best interest in mind. Love love love this school!!

From the owner: Montessori at Vickery in Cumming, GA is an accredited private school offering Toddler, Primary,…read moreLower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Digital Citizenship, Middle School, Endeavor Plus for ages 13 months - 15 years in a nurturing, safe and enriching environment. Our Authentic Montessori method fosters independence, curiosity, and a love of learning through our low student-teacher ratios. Visit our Campus to see why families across Cumming, Alpharetta, Forsyth County and surrounding communities choose us.