I cannot say enough good things about this school. I hardly write reviews but Goddard at Saugus…read moredeserves to be recognized. My son attended Goddard from Sept 2017 until recently. When we started at the school, he had difficulties forming clear sentences. Now he can clearly communicate, knows his alphabets and numbers (in sign language as well), and started doing simple maths! The facility and curriculum are fantastic. The teachers are wonderful and Mr. Dave (owner) and Ms. Shannon (director) are great. Everyone takes such good care of the school. The owner is almost always on site and very responsible to any inquiries and emails. Even the families that have their kids enrolled there are amazing. My son became good friends with all his classmates and loved attending playdates and birthday celebrations. Unfortunately, our family relocated to a different state so my son had to leave. He still asks to go back to this school to see his friends and his favorite teacher Ms. Bopha! Thank you Goddard Saugus for the wonderful experience for my son and family!

The teachers are fantastic. My daughter loved attending and have lots of fun. They give you a daily…read morereport on everything the kids did and pictures too! I highly recommend this school to anyone. While this is not the cheapest school in the area by any means, you really do get what you pay for. Worth every penny!!!

I'm going to spare the details. I withdrew my child after two half-days due to serious safety…read moreconcerns. She was fed a food she is allergic to, and no appropriate response or accountability followed until I called to withdraw. The EpiPen was also sent home in her backpack instead of being kept on-site as promised. The director handled the situation poorly. Parents should be cautious before enrolling here.

My daughter Antigone was enrolled at miss Rina's for one year previous to her starting kindergarten…read morein saugus ma. While transitioning away from home for the first time needless to say it was very hard with the separation. Miss rinas facility really helped with a smooth transition from a loving patient staff to the peace of mind I got knowing how well she was being cared for and how happy she seemed to be after only being there for a few days. My daughter was there for almost nine full month's and the experience really helped her be more prepared for kindergarten. It was not just one of those places where the child is left there and giving some toys to play with she actually came home knowing the alphabet how to spell her name and even basic simple rules of common citizenship. My wife and I were extremely pleased with the experience and would recommend this establishment to anybody with a young child in need of care

My daughter love it , she don't want to go home. Everyone are friendly , helpful . I like how you…read morecan see and know what they are doing each day on a phone app they have for parents . My daughter had learn so much the staff are very kind and I am so happy I choose this place for my daughter.

There's something very fishy about the waitlist, so unless you have a couple years to wait and a…read morelot of flexibility, don't bother. And definitely don't plan around the quote time they give you. I've been on the toddler waitlist since last year and somehow seems to get pushed back in line every time I call to check on the status. They should not accept more waitlist fees if there is no availability and their process should be audited to ensure that it's fair.

I love this school for my little one! It feels like an extension of our home instead of feeling…read morelike I was sending her to elementary school early.

Two of our kids have moved through Rockland Montessori Academy for preschool and had excellent…read moreexperiences. The teachers are amazing and so dedicated. The curriculum is fantastic- our kids learned so much! They also get outside everyday and do awesome crafts. The school offers many special classes (our kids' favorite was cooking class, from a real chef!) They really create a community for the families, and have many special traditions and events throughout the year. They also offer a great summer camp program that is very well run and convenient. The leadership team is excellent to work with and they run a tight ship. I wish we could stay there forever! But they have given our kids an excellent social and academic foundation for their elementary years.

Little Theatre became our top choice after a ..kinda exhaustive search before the internet. This…read morereview is now 35ish years post enrolling our 2 daughters , commencing in pre- nursery school . I'm compelled to write this review after discovering an essay my daughter wrote her sophomore year in college. The essay was assigned to reflect on experiences which played an essential role in their development and sense of self to this point in their life. I'm struck with the fact they ( LT) still flourish and cannot fathom their core values would have changed . Her words brought me back to their delight on school days ; riding the tiny bus with Miss Pat , welcoming and nurturing small classes and truly loving professionals who valued every child's individuality . To this day I have a box of memorabilia , school pictures and report cards . Owners Miss Terri , followed by Miss Gretchen were on site every day and impactful . Funny story and I'll never forget it , as it became an essential part of our lives for 20 years ! Miss G and her husband rescued a kitten under attack , by geese at Flax Pond . When she shared the story to the nursery school class ..my kiddo was beside herself and ..Whiskers found a home . Key points of essay , paraphrased : We reaped the benefits of small classes and " a lot" of nurturing and personal attention This environment installed a love of learning and made me feel a sense of self worth Very grateful " for my fabulous early childhood education " and partially responsible for the inquisitive person I am today . Both of them are now masters (or 2 ) prepared professionals in their respective, high demand fields .

Little Theatre is a fantastic school. The director is a very smart driven woman who works hard to…read moreensure all of the teachers, staff, children, and and families are happy. My daughter loves going here and I would recommend them to anyone looking for preschool or kindergarten.

Never returned my phone calls. I left the message ...i was there but the owner never bother to call…read moreback. This place is outdated, everything is very very old.

Childcare is expensive-everyone knows that. But, why should I have to pay for holidays and at…read more XMas-an ENTIRE WEEK AND THEN SOME that Shining Stars is closed-- that my child doesn't attend? Do they realize that I then have to pay someone else to watch my child ON TOP of paying Shining Stars?? Hey, why even go to work? Or should I just have my check direct deposited into Shining Stars account and save the hassle? And what is with the 15ish years old kids who are there at closing? sucking lollipops and texting. These kids watching my kid-don't know her, don't know me, and aren't mature enough to speak up and ask the important questions....like: Who are you? Can I see some ID? I mean, it isn't likely that my x-husband will show up and take his kid-the one he isn't allowed to see, right? The even scarier part is that my kid would go willingly and tell whoever asked that it is her parent and it is okay-what does the child know? C'Mon...really? BE SMART and shop around.

I joined the waitlist for Northeast Montessori while I was three months pregnant, and when my baby…read morewas one month old, I was offered an infant spot for January. I immediately paid the required deposit on August 18. After submitting payment, I received no confirmation or acknowledgment -- not even an automated receipt -- which was concerning given that the payment form collected card details directly. From August 18 to November 1, I reached out multiple times seeking updates. I called the school twice and was advised both times to follow up by email. I sent three separate emails during that period and received no response. In those messages, I asked for confirmation of my deposit, a tour of the facility (as I had not yet seen the space), and an invoice for my records. The invoice was particularly important because I work in research and needed proper documentation to submit for my employer's childcare credit reimbursement. When I initially asked about scheduling a tour, I was told the floors were being waxed and that someone would follow up once tours resumed. However, no one ever reached back out. By November 1 -- just a month before returning to work -- and still with no communication, I sent a polite but direct email asking about the status of my child's enrollment and inquiring about the refund policy, since the contract stated deposits were nonrefundable. The reply I finally received was short and stated that the refund would be processed, citing personal circumstances as the reason for the lack of communication. While I empathize with anyone facing family health challenges, it's concerning that there appeared to be no administrative backup or system in place to maintain communication with parents -- particularly when planning infant care around a return-to-work schedule. As a solo parent who paid a significant deposit in good faith, this experience left me disappointed. Reliability, clear communication, and professionalism are essential when it comes to infant care, especially for working parents. I'm sharing this so future parents can use their time wisely and avoid being put in a position of having to scramble to find childcare just weeks before returning to work -- especially when you've done your part by being proactive and organized in securing a spot for your child.

my son went to the Northeastern Montessori school in revere MA for 3 years and I couldnt have been…read morehappier. i had initially taken him to another very known private school in the area and he cried every single day. we changed him to NEM and he stopped crying within 4 days. classes are small and the teachers are seasoned/experienced educators. there was not a day i felt uncomfortable leaving my little one there. my son loved all his teachers, specially Ms Kathy and Ms Totto. he walked in there every day like he owned the place. He would come home talking about things like Martin Luther King, Animals, continents, celebrations around the world etc, when he was in preschool which i thought it was awesome because you could tell they were not only playing but also learning. this is not something they do in all preschools As some of them just limit the children to playing. my son stills talks about going back. i was able to bond with other moms that I still see once in a while for birthdays and we all miss the school and the teachers. Another positive Is that they take very seriously keeping the students and teacher healthy. The school owner does not play around when it comes to mitigating any virus outbreaks. she is very strict with this policy which I liked. My only complain is the admin part of the school. I dont think they have a person dedicated to it 100% of the time so its a little bit of a challenge When you need something. you just have to insist and it will get done but you have to be on top of it. if you are considering this school, def give them a chance. its a small school that takes pride on caring and educating children, which at the end of the day its what matters.

this school is good but the after school got a new staff and shes a bitch which my child comes home…read morecrying because shes mean and I doenst make my job easier as a parent.

Nestled in a quiet family neighborhood, St. Joseph School stands proudly having educated children…read morefrom Wakefield and surrounding towns for generations. Visitors are immediately charmed by the school's architecture, well manicured grounds, gleaming floors and ornate woodwork. This same attention to detail is evident throughout the educational experience as well. From pre-kindergarten through grade eight, students are challenged as they are nurtured in an environment that is educationally and spiritually rewarding. A tight-knit community, fostered by a talented faculty and parental involvement, St. Joseph School is rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition.

Our family had a great experience with Melrose Kindercare. We were only there for a short period of…read moretime (not due to anything related to Melrose KC) but in that time my 12mo daughter learned so much, bonded with her teachers, and was happy and cared for!

We have been sending our toddler to Melrose Kindercare for almost a year and have been pleased with…read morethe attention they give to each child and how they build a sense of community with the parents.