I cannot recommend Kim enough. Our son thrived during his time with her. Truly, he came home every…read moreday with improved communication, he was happy, and we felt at ease everyday knowing he was being loved and cared for. He was always thrilled to leave home in the mornings and there was not any fussing at drop off. He adored all the fun toys, playing outside, and interacting with Kim and her sweet family. Kim was incredible to work with, and we, as parents learned much about child development from her. She's tremendously organized and made this the easiest childcare could possibly be. Meals (breakfast, lunch, and snack) are included, as well as diapers and wipes! It made mornings a breeze not having to pack a bag full of things. We miss Kim and her wonderful environment. Her passion for childcare was palpable and you couldn't ask for a better caretaker for your child.

I don't think I can do justice to Kimmy's Garden in this review, but I'll try! My son has been…read moregoing to Kimmy's Garden since he was 8 weeks old (he turns 2 next week). When my husband and I visited Kim (I was still pregnant) it was a school holiday, so her two elementary school aged sons were home with her. I have to say, her sons sealed the deal for her. They were friendly, polite, and very well behaved during our visit. I knew that since she raised her own kids to be so well behaved, she would have the same impact on my kids. Kim has a large daycare space in her home in Hyde Park. She has tons of toys, books, and games that she's constantly rotating in and out. She has also set up an awesome outdoor play space in her front yard. Needless to say, my son loves it there. There are even some weekends when he asks if we are going to Kim's house! Kim is very professional and gives plenty of notice if she needs time off. She is also very accommodating of schedules (with notice of course). I would not hesitate to recommend Kimmy's Garden to any of my family and friends.

I love this place my daughter and I have been coming here for 4 yrs now. She started afterschool…read moreand I started my health journey here. Everyone is great! My daughter has taken swim classes, karate and she's enjoyed them all. She also goes to camp there. Overall, the Y is kept clean and everyone that goes there are very nice and humbled.

Place isn't so bad. Its a little tight in the weights area so its all based on timing. Early in the…read moremorning there aren't as much people then it picks up around lunch and afternoon. Depending on the time of the year I feel like it gets more packed. When its summer time and kids don't have school most of them come and hang out here. Always keep track of the schedule for the coming months. They usually have it posted, it's always changing. For the most part they stick to the times of the schedules. I came here and played basketball a few times and its always the same people. It can get a little rowdy and competitive at times so if that isn't your thing, this might not be the place for you. As for the staff they have always been helpful with any questions I had. If you plan on discontinuing your membership just remember to give someone a heads up at the front desk. You have to give them notice 15 days or something before your next billing cycle to get your paper work done and on time. Just wish they had more room and courts. Everything was fairly clean and machines worked.

Gladiola creates a warm and loving environment and all the teachers are truly wonderful. She makes…read moreamazing eclectic meals and treats all the children with kindness, patience and respect. We love the Bouncy Bean and would recommend!

We're two kids in with another on the way, so we've been down the daycare road before with many…read morestops along the way. Without hesitation, The Bouncy Bean is by far the best. The staff are so loving and pleasant. I never have any fears dropping my daughter off in the morning, and she's always safe and happy when we pick her up. We've already made plans to send her baby sister there when the time comes. We know they'll care for her like their own.

The Teachers in Lynn do not put the children's needs before their own. The "preschool" room lacks…read morecare, love and curriculum.

I have my little boy in Head Star in Hyde Park. Teacher are the best, the office people they are…read moresuper special. God really blessing me with this great opportunity. Thank you, thank you and thank you to all in Hyde park Head star center and Rosin dale. Thank you to teacher mis Arketa, Mis Amol. Thank you to MArinela, Raquel Michale and Director . Im very happy parent.

We are very thankful for the Goddard Dedham School. The communication is excellent and we receive a…read morenumber of pictures and details about our children's daily activities. My kids started as infants and have learned so much! Colors, ABCs, numbers, writing their name, etc. They've learned even more about kindness, empathy and gratitude. The social skills they get at a young age are incomparable. We couldn't be happier with the teachers and staff that create such a wonderful experience for the children to learn and grow!

My family has been a proud member of The Goddard School of Dedham for 4 years, having sent 3 of our…read more4 children here. We have felt as though the teachers and staff have been an extension of our family. My children have all loved their time with The Goddard. They are greeted with hugs and smiles each day, and talk about missing their teachers and friends when not at school. The curriculum fosters learning with an interactive, age appropriate approach that makes learning exciting each and every day. We have been blessed to be part of the Goddard Family, and without reservation recommend them to care for and teach anyone's child. There is no better peace of mind than knowing your children are loved and treated so well when in someone else's care.

I like the staff they're friendly and care about the children & my son's personality has changed…read moredrastically..

The staff at Little Sprouts in Dedham is fantastic!!…read more Dropping off your 3 month old when you are back to work from maternity leave is very hard and they made the transition much easier on a new mom. The infant teachers are wonderful. They are very loving and take great care of my infant daughter as evidenced by how well she has adjusted there. It's not just a "daycare", it's a school for little ones. My daughter already has art work on our fridge. They make sure she is stimulated in a loving environment. They were really put to the test when an emergency situation arose this winter with a snowy roof that led to an evacuation. The teachers and administrators of this school were stellar. Their response time and ability to keep all the kids safe, warm, and happy was amazing. Now being in their new facility they have the whole package. The new building is bright and cheery and very welcoming. The administrators of this school are also very eager to hear from you and quick to respond to any concerns and they welcome the feedback. Overall we are very happy with our choice to send our daughter to Little Sprouts in Dedham.

NOT SAFE FOR TODDLERS During the tour in May of 2023,…read moreeverything seemed calm and put together. I witness the toddlers quietly enjoying a snack and they all seemed fairly happy. During the registration process, the director was very slow to respond. A week before our son's first day, I still didn't know who his teachers would be, what he should bring to school (lunch, snacks, bedding, lovey), or which classroom he would be in. This was all very unsettling. When I walked in on his second day, it was complete chaos in the front area. Pre-k children were running all over the place playing while the toddlers (some as young as just 15 mo) were mixed in with Pre-K and looked completely scared. Come to find out that it is illegal to mix those groups together or at the very least, you need a special license. By the third day, I still wasn't told who my son's teachers were so I opted to pick him up early. I was horrified to see that a pre-k teacher (who didn't know my son or my son's name) had given him a twizzler as a snack and was sitting in front of a tv screen watching Finding Nemo. My son was only 17 mo old at the time. Candy is considered a choking hazard and we don't allow screens for him at all. No one asked our permission for him to watch the movie and no one knew of his dietary restrictions because no one had introduced me to his teachers. Not to mention the fact that this goes against all the marketing materials that you're given. The place is a hot mess. The marketing materials that they give you are a complete lie. The turn over for the toddler rooms is higher than average and from what I witness, it's NOT SAFE. The director is extremely disorganized, doesn't know what her teachers do on a day to day basis and provides little to no communication with parents. Needless to say, WE REMOVED OUR SON FROM THEIR CARE AFTER THE THIRD DAY. Of course I reached out to the 1800 number and explained my story. Again, I was given false promises. I was told: -That I could enroll my son at a different location, at the same price as Knoweldge Beginnings, Westwood. That never happend. -I was told that I would be speaking to the district VP about how Knowledge Beginnings was being run. That never happened. Essentially, all promises made to me over the phone by the district manager were never upheld. That pales in comparison to how little Knowledge Beginnings cares for their toddlers and doesn't not offer the care that is described in their marketing materials. From one concerned parent to another, do not take your children there.

I have two children, ages 4.5 and 16mos, who have both attended the Westwood Knowledge Beginnings…read moresince they were 3 months old. It has been a great experience for them overall. Our girls have thrived in that environment, much due to the nurturing staff and just the right balance of academic focus and self-directed play. Our eldest child is quite prepared for kindergarten at this point but still has another year before she starts in public school! The staff is quite experienced, many of them having worked at the center for 5+ years and who also bring their own children to the location. Maryellen and Stacey, the Director and Associate Director respectively, are attentive to the needs of the children and their families while continuously guiding the staff toward excellence; recently demonstrated through achieving National accreditation. Some perceived drawbacks to this center might be: the location - Rt 1 can be quite busy and the parking lot is not huge, but the location was quite convenient for us and we've rarely had a problem with parking. Snacks are provided but lunches are not included in the cost of tuition- this suits our picky eaters! And the center has recently partnered with a company called Smart Lunches to provide meals for purchase. We absolutely recommend this center to families seeking a caring place where their children will blossom and grow.

Marina is fantastic! She is very caring and knowledgeable about kids and child development…read more She cooks home made meals and is very interactive and kind with children. I have no hesitation to recommend this daycare. Our kids were always well taken care of there.

This place is a gem. My daughter started going to this daycare before she turned 2 and the progress…read moreshe has made is incredible. She can recognize and write letters and numbers, she can cut out figures out of paper. I can't even count how many songs and poems she has learned in both Russian and English. There are new activities everyday for the kids. Great home made food and personal care for each child. You can see how much the kids love Marina. Send your kids to ATID, you will not regret it!