Hello, Nala from BCV again, and here to write another great review! I love the staff, the students…read moreare nice, and I love being on the competition team. I've been here for 7 years and love it! I Wish you guys the best! Nala

Stay away. Very disappointed with our experience. The teacher scolded our child in front of the…read moreclass for not listening, which we felt was inappropriate for the age group. We ultimately pulled our child from the class and lost the money we paid. We notified the owner about the situation, but unfortunately, no solution was offered. Overall, very disappointing experience.

My family is so grateful to the teachers of Wilde Lake Children's Nursery. My child has learned so…read moremuch through his time at the school so far (mentally, socially, emotionally) and we are so excited to see how he continues to grow and learn there in the 3s and 4s classes. We absolutely intend to send our daughter to WLCN as well, as soon as she is old enough for the 2s class. My husband and I thoroughly researched all the co-op style schools in the area, visiting as many as possible and WLCN stood out to us from the rest right from the beginning. We were able to visit and stay through an entire day of school to really see how the school functioned and observe the teachers with the students, while most other schools either only allowed observation of class through a window or held open houses outside of class time. It was so helpful to get a real feel for what a day at school consisted of. Not only did we love the passion that the talented teachers all possessed, but we were highly impressed by the warm, welcoming atmosphere, the play-based curriculum, and the cleanliness of the school. All the teachers, parent volunteers, and other families involved at WLCN were so open and helpful once we joined the school - they immediately felt like a second family. Lots of things have changed since the Covid-19 pandemic began, but through it all, WLCN's teachers have continued to be there for us, providing as much virtual content as possible to help the children continue to learn despite the school closures at the end of the year. They never cease to amaze me! We love WLCN and look forward to our children continuing to learn, grow, and thrive there in the upcoming years!

This is exactly what we were looking for...A warm, welcoming, play based little school for our two…read moreyear old for a couple mornings a week. The lead teacher, Ms. Tammie, is connected, prepared and clearly takes great delight in supporting the growth of each student. The group is diverse and the kids are great.

Columbia Gymnastics has been excellent since my daughter has been going for over three years. I was…read moreespecially pleased at their dedication to safety and health during the Covid-19 pandemic. They went the extra mile to ensure my child was in a protected environment. From temperature checks upon entering to proper social distancing, they did what they could to adhere to all of Maryland's safety protocol. I know it must have been difficult for them being short staffed and having to close on occasion. That's not all, Columbia gymnastics offers the best premier gymnastics training in Howard County for my daughter. Getting in a program, you have to act fast as vacancies fill up early and quickly. If you want your child to learn gymnastics from the best, they're the place to register your child. I have personally recommended Columbia Gymnastics to friends of mine, who eventually signed up and their daughter is in her second year enjoying it. Also they are reasonably priced. To conclude, if you are searching for an extracurricular activity for your child to enjoy, Columbia Gymnastics is the place to send them. Don't get me wrong, they are not perfect. However, if any issue arises, they will do their absolute best to provide care and resolution to a situation. They strive for excellence and with that highly recommend sending your children there. Thank you;

My son is on the boys' competitive team and has been having an amazing experience. The coaches are…read moreknowledgeable about technique as well as how to effectively coach different types of athletes. My son feels safe & supported by his coaches and his teammates. After competing at 2 other gyms, we have definitely found the perfect fit at Columbia.

I feel a sense of family from the other parents, instructors, and students at Misako. After my…read moreyounger sister, a professional dancer, suggested Misako is one of the best in the area and has excellent teachers, I opted to bring my 4 yo daughter here for lessons. It's been a great choice so far, students regardless of age are challenged and handled with professionalism unlike other studios we've come across in our recent past. Although on the higher end, for me the location and sense of family at Misako are what keep us there. I love their offerings for ballet uniforms and shoes as well. Why run all around town looking for ballet items when you can find just about all at Misako? I love Misako Ballet Studio

I am delighted to review Misako Ballet Studio! As a former ballet dancer, I appreciate Misako's…read morefocus on sound ballet technique to develop young dancers, as well as her recognition of each dancer as unique. My older daughter danced at Misako Ballet Studio when she was growing up and now my youngest daughter is a ballet student at Misako Beats (new studio) located in Marriottsville (western Howard County). All of the teachers are professional in their dance ability and eagerness to work with children and understand the importance of making dance enjoyable. As a result, my daughter is excited to go to class and stays focused on what is being taught. In addition to ballet, both studios offer classes of several dance styles, for all ages. Misako has two outstanding recitals for students per year, which combine students from both studios, along with professional company shows.

Very nice people and an excellent way for young people to learn discipline, showing honor and…read morerespect while getting great exercise and flexibility!

I can only really speak for the kids classes because that's all we've been able to take advantage…read moreof so far, but I'd give it 10 stars if I could. And it's right outside of Fort Meade and he has convenient class times for everyone. I've included the current class schedule but they also have an after school program (I do not know the cost) with transportation.

Went to our first show - Shrek Jr and enjoyed it. Kids were enthusiastic, energetic and talented!…read moreThe down side was the mic system - it was cutting in and out regularly and certainly took away the impact of the song and performance. Surprising, since they do many shows a year at the center. The audio system needs upgrading!

My child has been doing shows here since 2016, and wow, has it improved. From Matilda, to The…read moreLittle Mermaid, to SpongeBob The Musical, it has been so much fun. Although it can be a little bit pricey, it is 100% worth it. To see my kid on stage doing the thing they love makes me have such joy. The staff here is wonderful, respectful, and kind (all words my daughter used) to the kids and adults. The props, costumes and sets are all hand made by other people, so there is no stage-crew, focusing mainly on acting. However, there are also voice lessons that have been splendid. DLC, keep doing you thing!

When i had to go back to work with my baby being 3 months old. I was terrified about sending him to…read moredaycare. I toured at least 15 places and La Petite was the only place i didn't want to run back out of. I love the brightwheel app. I love everybody at the center. They really make it feel like a big family. My little boy is almost 2 now and still goes there. It seems like he learns something new everyday. They are constantly finding fun ways to teach the kids new things.

Our toddler started here a couple of months ago and we can't be happier with the place. Previously,…read morehe was kept home with a nanny, but when she abruptly left us we wondered what to do. No longer having her was a blessing in surprise as now he's in a place where he learns daily, from talking to social skills. Let's start with the caregivers, who've all been very pleasant and understanding. We especially like "Miss Meg", who knows every little child by name and recognizes their personalities and behaviors. Just the other day she was professionally reigning in a child that was being a bit of a bully, teaching some ethical behavior. All of the caregivers are polite, professional, and ready to talk with you about anything. They keep a daily log on food, naps, diapers, and what the child was up to, all to discuss with the parent at the end of the day. I've even had them gladly change my son if he's due for a new diaper right when I show up to take him home. Even better, they're going to help potty train him... oh yeah! Then we look at the facility, which is larger than it appears and full of everything for a growing mind. The toddler room has plenty of toys, including building blocks, and all the amenities of a school. An in-house kitchen is used to serve proper food, they use one of the larger areas (for older kids) to have a weekly movie afternoon, and they have plenty of outdoor play area that the children use regularly. There is also a locked front door with a security keypad, to ensure school safety. The only downside is the price, and even then it's average for the area. You can expect to pay upwards of $400/week for babies, dropping to about $300/week once they're over two and continuing to drop after that. It seems expensive, but considering you're basically putting them into pre-preschool, and you can see the value. You do have to call and make sure they have any openings, but La Petite is part of a larger chain of day cares throughout the area, so they may have other locations that might work as well. If you're in need of some place for your little one, then I can't recommend La Petite enough!

A great program at an affordable price. My daughter loves coming here and it's the second year for…read moreus. She is in the intro class for children 3-6 years old. The glass lasts about 45 minutes and meets Saturday's at this location. It's a year long commitment but with it only meeting once a week it's not so bad. They have another studio in Laurel but this one is close to our house so we chose to come here. Parents are not allowed to stay in the class because it's a distraction to the kids. It's located in a strip mall that has a few stores to occupy your time while you wait for your little one to finish. There is ample parking and multiple entrances to the lot. The instructors are very knowledgable and experienced. They are great with making the classes fun and keeping the kids entertained. My daughter had learned a lot and I have been amazed by her progress. I usually go across the street to the Dunkin donuts to have a coffee knock out a few yelp reviews. If you child had an interest in dance they have a huge variety of options for all ages. Check out their website for details.

My daughter has been attending N'Ferno since she was 3years old. What I love this most is the…read moreowner, Kaneisha Reeder gets to know each of the girls individually and takes the time to learn their strengths and weaknesses. She pushes then to great lengths and because of this my now 5 year old states that "dance will always be my heart!" Keep up the great work N'Ferno!