I enrolled my daughter in CCM for a year now since she is almost 2 years old. She loved the school…read morebecause of the teacher, the facilities, the numerous events and the animals on the beautiful and lovely property. The school is managed well and very clean. She has not been sick as much as I was expecting.

CCM has been in my family for almost a decade starting with my nephews and now my own children. It…read morehas been the best environment for my kids to develop and grow in. All the teachers are absolutely amazing and truly care about each child. I love all the extra curricular programs like Spanish, music and yoga. They also have a mini barn with goats, donkeys and chickens that my kids get to interact with daily. You can't go wrong with choosing this school. They have been a top learning institution for a very long time and that speaks volumes! Thank you CCM for all the positive things you have brought into our family!!

This school has given my child more growth and development than I could have hoped for and…read moregenuinely believe she would have received in another setting such as an individual nanny. The best part of this school are the teachers who have infinite patience and experience!! I have been with them since the infant room and can't recommend them more!

QI is an excellent school! I can't say enough good things about it. My son went here for pre-K and…read moremy daughter has been enrolled from infancy to her preschool years now. The teachers are wonderful - always positive, kind, encouraging to the kids, attentive, loving, everything you want in caretakers for your children. The facilities are clean and inviting with great activities for the kids to learn and okay. My kids learned so much independence and confidence from attending QI along with building some great friendships they still have today. I recommend QI for anyone looking for child care in Cave Creek!

We feel incredibly lucky to have found this school. It's AMI-approved Montessori with a beautiful…read morecampus, and you can truly feel the care and intention that has gone into building this community for over 28 years. We currently have one child in Primary and one in Elementary, and both are thriving beyond what we ever expected. Our extended family has even commented on how much our kids have grown -- not just academically, but in their confidence, curiosity, and love of learning. What stands out most is how personal the experience feels. The teachers are genuinely caring, and we love that there are bilingual educators and an environment that supports the whole child. It's so refreshing to see our kids learning in a way that goes far beyond "sitting at a desk and memorizing." The school offers an abundance of enrichment and extracurricular opportunities, and it's clear they're focused on supporting each child as an individual. We are truly grateful to have our children grow up in such a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment... even if part of us wants to keep it our little secret!

Last August 25th, after reflecting on the challenges my son faced at DMA in September and October…read moreof last year, I felt ready and shared a down-to-earth personal review.   Instead of receiving public feedback, I received a certified letter from a law firm, demanding for my review to be removed immediately, otherwise "we will sue you to obtain an order requiring you to remove it, and to recover significant monetary damages against you, including, but not limited to, punitive damages, and the attorneys' fees and costs Dynamite Montessori incurs in the case under A.R.S. 12-341.01 and A.R.S. 12-341". They reminded me of a contract clause that restricts what families may share publicly about the school without prior written consent. This clause is part of the agreement that parents must sign when enrolling their children. So, in the interest of focusing on providing for my son instead of defending myself against what I feel are insubstantial accusations, I am removing my previous review. We were part of the DMA family for almost three years. 100% involved and devoted to all the school activities. Our son attended from June 21, 2022, until November 1, 2024. In my personal opinion, DMA can be a good choice for any "non-Montessori" child to gain some exposure to a Montessori environment in their early years. The place looks pristine, with the right materials, strong infrastructure, and opportunities for children to learn--especially if they happen to be among the more "gifted" ones and can learn by themselves. I have been a Montessori mom since our son was born, and we initially thought this was the perfect place for him. Last year, however, in his third year of primary, my son developed a behavior we felt unrecognizable to us and was told "not to be kindergarten ready" and "maybe not a good fit for a classroom at all". My family, especially my son (5 years old at the time), went through a nightmare that took almost a year to recover from. Fortunately, today he attends a large Montessori school where he has adapted beautifully and is thriving as the amazing child he has always been. In his new school he is considered a bright kid and so far, there is not a single incident regarding his behavior. Looking back, we feel that his experience at DMA was heavily affected by a classroom dynamic that was challenging for his naturally calm demeanor. Today, we are sharing our feelings, in case it helps other families who may be uncertain--whether you already have a child enrolled or are considering enrollment.

Truly the best preschool. Our daughter was previously enrolled in the school district preschool and…read morewe switched mid year. The amazing teachers quickly assessed her and helped us to identify and work through her learning deficiencies. When she entered kindergarten she was more than prepared and even excelled in her first year. We are so greatful to Ms. Bruno and her team for working with our child and opening up the line of communication for our daughter to thrive.

Hands down, best preschool we could have chosen for our kids. My son started here at 2 and my…read moredaughter at 4 and they have thrived. The curriculum isn't fluffy stuff of typical daycares, it's robust and well rounded. My daughter now 6 can spell her name, can count to 100 and is starting to read. My son who's 3 now knows his colors, shapes and numbers oh and he knows colors and numbers in Spanish! The teachers care a lot, are very patient and consistent. Ms. Cindy who runs the school is so helpful and caring, she's the kind of person who will go out of her way to make sure your child is getting what they need all while making the parent feel supported. The junior kindergarten class is beyond expectations. Our daughter is more than prepared for kindergarten! Thank you Best Pals! I Highly recommend this school.

Absolutely amazing school! My child has learned so much and loves her school. I love that they…read moreteach not only school based things but also real life things.

Do not send your kids here!! Mrs. Alligator is a big tim . Your child will be called out for…read moreabsolutely no reason whatsoever. If you want your child to have records that are inaccurate and absurd, totally recommend! "Mommy, this school was so bad I'll never forget about it." My boy said. He is scarred, save your child of it!

My son has been attending Goddard since he was 1, and he is now 4.5. He's in his last few months at…read morethe school, but we're so lucky to have Miss Drea and Miss Katrina as his teachers! He absolutely adores them and you can tell they care for each and every child with love and care. They get my son's personality, and always alert us to things cute and comical, or concerning. For example, if he's been particularly moody or had his feelings hurt, we can give Miss Drea or Miss Katrina a heads up at drop off, and vice versa with the teachers at pick up. They go out of their way to tell us if he did something funny that day, or shared a family event he was excited about. We're going to miss Drea and Katrina immensely when we depart for kindergarten!

We loved the teachers and the curriculum…read more We were very disappointed with the removal of the mask requirement for adults (especially parents!) and with zero transition time - in reality, the policy appeared to have changed even before parents were notified. And yet, the owner felt justified in charging us for an entire 30 days that we did not have our child attend because this change took effect with no notice. Additionally, the front office staff wasn't great. It always felt like we were intruding if we had a question for them, and we were almost never greeted upon arrival.

this place is MAGICAL. I'm so so so glad we found Stepping Stones! The teachers are full of…read morecompassion and empathy, and provide a beautiful example for my daughter to follow. Mrs. Harpt, Mrs. Jenny, Mrs. Jessie, Mrs. Dunham, Mrs. Page, Mrs. Spade --- these are the teachers my daughter has had direct interaction with, and seriously they are WONDERFUL. I love their approach to resolving conflicts - talk it out, instead of time-outs or punishments. SUPER SMART! Mrs Harpt even has conflict resolution cards that offer different options for the kiddo to take, if s/he feels wronged. It's THE BEST. I love their focus on kindness and respect. When we aided the other day, the ratio was 5 grown-ups to 8 kids. I mean it doesn't get better than that. I also LOVE that the school offers parent aide (volunteer) opportunities that reduce tuition! So, I know all the kids at the school! Which sets my mama heart at ease knowing that my daughter interacts with all sorts of personalities. That way, she and I can discuss her interactions with friends at home, and she can directly transfer what we talk about. I have found myself in an unusual situation with my husband becoming ill, and the directors (Joanne & Julie) and the office staff (Matt & others) have been so very kind --- I forgot my daughters shoes once, and no problem. I had an issue with some aggressive in-laws, and the staff took it very seriously ensuring that no one NOT on the pickup list would ever grab my daughter. Additionally, they have allowed my husband to tag along with me when I aide, which provides him a sense of belonging, even though he lacks capacity to completely fulfill his role in a typical way. The staff and directors are tremendously empathetic, kind, non-reactive, respectful, and truly lovely to interact with. When I can donate or volunteer, I feel HONORED to do so! Whereas in other areas of my life, it can feel like a burden or resentment.... not SSP - It's a really magical place that fills my heart. I have found a family in SSP! (which says a lot since we moved away from family & friends 3 years ago!)

Our family has been so happy with stepping stones preschool. We really needed the consistency of…read moreour kiddo going to full time pre-k but I love how I can help out in the classroom when I want to. I have loved seeing how he interacts with his classmates and it's so fun getting to share some of his school experiences with him and his friends. It's such a fun community feel at the school and I love how they have so many events for the families throughout the school year. All the teachers are amazing and you can tell they really care about your child and provide such individualized support for each student. My kiddo had never been in any type of preschool or extracurricular classes before he started here last year and I was really worried how'd he'd adjust but they did such a good job giving him all the tools to excel and love learning.

When we moved to AZ I was so nervous trying to find a good preschool and one I felt safe and…read moretrusted leaving my daughter with. I have 2 older boys who both attended preschools before and I loved their preschools so much! So I never thought I could find another school we loved like that. But then we came across LELA and right from the start when I called they were so great about helping me set up a walk through with my daughter. And after one quick visit we fell in love with them. The staff is exceptional with the kids. So much love and care into their students. The facility is the CUTEST little place and it's so clean and organized. I have nothing but great things to say about them! I wish my daughter could stay for years! Lol but I would 100% recommend them to anyone I know!

Love this preschool! As a parent and first grade teacher, I am so impressed with their program. My…read moredaughter will be more than ready for kindergarten in the fall! Awesome, experienced teachers! Best preschool in town!!!

this school has a lot of issues but one of the horrible things I see is the High School kids…read morerunning through the CAR LINE - what sense does this make and were is the LEADERSHIP from someone to speak up and tell them to STOP. Do we need to see their nakedness so early on the elementary students and also do we need a young child bumped into or ran over by a big child from high schoo? where is the order? where is the separation so elementary kids can be kids but Nooooooo, they have to see half naked girls with panties on and boys with theor shirts off RUNNING through the CAR LINE. Super inappropriate and makes me sick to my stomach each day to see this.

Wonderful school with wonderful staff and administrators. My two sons attended this school and they…read morewere so happy. In my opinion, this is the best elementary school in CCUSD.