I want to start this review by saying: I've never left a review or even had a yelp account until I…read moresaw the dishonesty from a previous reviewer and I want to help set the record straight! Our daughter has been enrolled at Learning Tree of Fletcher for just over a year now. We sat down with one of the owners and from the beginning we had a very positive and welcoming feeling from both owners Jen and Kevin. We felt the environment and the goals set in place were exactly what we were looking for in childcare and Pre-K. We were made aware of the pricing and fees before we signed any paper work. They let us know the cameras in the facility were to maintain a goal of total transparency and safety for children and their parents, however in the beginning they did have to work out the kinks in the system to allow the cameras to go live through a password protected portal online. They use what's called "Smartcare" which is an app that allows you to get updates on what the children are doing as far as activities, meals, nap, and play. They also on regular basis will take pictures and upload them during the day so you can see everything they're are doing in and out of the classroom. Also you can download the picture from the app for your own personal collection. Also within the app you can use the barcode provided to sign your child in and out if the center. You can pay your bill and see a breakdown of cost and also follow a link to their website. For Security you have a lock code that opens the door to the center and every parent has a personal lock code that is not to be shared. They do have annual enrollment fees like all centers we have visited and no hidden fees, which is great. Through the course of the year that our daughter has been enrolled, the center has put up a privacy fence, picnic tables with umbrellas and their camera system is now live online(with password protection) I know they're also looking into resurfacing the outside play area and upgrading their toys and outdoor activities. Our daughter has strived at Learning Tree. Her language and development are above or on pace for her age. Communication with teachers and the owners is great. They're very involved and always willing to stop and talk with you. They were great with potty training assistance. They do not start potty training until they are in the 2 and up class, but only took a few weeks once we began. They do parties and encourage families to attend and take part in activities. They had events for Mothers and Fathers day which was really nice. This is great facility that is still improving! My only complaints were in the beginning they had staff turnover, but Kevin and Jen are very particular in their expectations and some of the former staff were not meeting what I feel their "High Standards" were. Also the parking is tight and I know that's something they're exploring to improve. I know this is a lot of information to absorb but this is for our children after all and nothing is more important than knowing your child is safe throughout the day and is getting the proper care and preparation to be ready for Kindergarten!!! I hope this review helps in what you are looking for in a childcare center!!!

Our son was at Learning Tree for about 18 months and we were very pleased with our experience!…read moreThrough all of the ups and downs with Covid, I felt like they handled it all very well! They were very open and honest with us parents about everything going on and decisions they made. Our son just started kindergarten and he was so well prepared because of the curriculum and teachers he had at Learning Tree! I would definitely recommend this facility if you're looking for a fun, safe, and interactive place for your kiddo(s)! :)

would recommend to anyone and everyone! so understanding…read moreand respect for every request I ever given. I had 4 kids enrolled and the support and help from Teresa was amazing!

PLEASE DO NOT send your children to this daycare‼They ALWAYS have openings. The staff is terrible…read more They do not dress appropriate for Day Care workers. No one has credentials! This place is dirty dark and dingy. They have bugs. Two of the teachers literally got into a fist fight in front of the children. Screaming and shouting profanity is not what I want my child to hear.The workers at this Day Care are very judgmental. They do show favoritism with the children. I can go on and on, but I really want to warn parents about the dangers in this Daycare. This Daycare also closes if it rains hard, the water goes out. The GAS heat goes out constantly and you are still required to pay if the daycare is closed. It's just not a safe environment for children and to be honest they really need to be shut down!!! And THE CAMERAS DO NOT WORK!!!!

My daughter attended the CDS Key school for 5 years, left for middle school and 2 yrs of high…read moreschool then returned as a Jr. We could not be happier. The academics are outstanding and the level of teacher engagement--and simply caring about the kids-- is unparalleled. The kids have integrity and support one another. Very happy with the Upper School!

Asheville Math has been incredibly helpful for my High School daughter that has struggled with math…read moresince elementary school. While she excels at every other subject Math has always been difficult for her. The tutors here have a great way of teaching that makes math understandable even for students that are very behind in the subject. After my daughter's last tutor session she said "if math was taught this way in school I wouldn't dread it and it would make sense to me".... They also seem to offer homework help/group tutoring and I'm sure they could challenge any child that was looking to go beyond what they are currently learning at school. Overall we are extremely pleased.

We chose this childcare program expecting a setting that would be both supportive and engaging…read more There were a few encouraging moments--staff commented on our child's strengths and noted times when he participated well--but those positives were outweighed by larger concerns that we think other families should be aware of. From our perspective, this may not be an ideal environment for children who need flexibility, extra engagement, or a more individualized approach. We did not see a willingness to adapt to different developmental needs. Our child's behavior falls within the range that medical professionals consider typical, though he benefits from a more attentive and responsive setting. Parents in similar situations may want to have detailed conversations in advance about how the program supports children who don't immediately fit a standard mold. A major issue for us was how quickly conclusions were reached. Within just three days, we were told our child would no longer be able to attend due to being labeled a "safety issue." This felt both sudden and inconsistent with some of the positive feedback we had already received. Based on our experience and input from professionals that know him well, that label did not accurately reflect who he is or how he typically behaves. Equally concerning was the lack of any real dialogue. We were not invited to problem-solve, discuss observations in depth, or put a plan in place to support a smoother adjustment. For many children, especially in a new environment, a short transition period and some collaboration between caregivers and families can make a meaningful difference. That opportunity simply wasn't offered here. We recognize that childcare providers ultimately make decisions they believe are necessary for their programs, particularly in the private sector. It is an unfortunate reality in the private Pre-K/Daycare industry. Our intent is to eventually bring some change and encourage a more measured and collaborative approach for future children--particularly when evaluating a child over such a short period and making decisions that can have a real emotional impact. We're sharing this experience only to give other families additional context as they consider whether this environment will be a good fit for their child.

Such fantastic care for the kids!! The teachers were so kind and every child was having a blast on…read morethe playground!

Great experience. The staff is the best! They have infants…read morethrough four year olds. The prices are good. Over all a great place for young children.

My children are so happy here. The staff is engaging, the building is clean, and everyone treats my…read morekids like they are there own.

I've taken adult art classes from Peggy over the past 15 years from her studio in Cupertino. Peggy…read moredoesn't just show you the basics, she really makes students think about the process from beginning to end. From pre-planning an art project, to sketching to execution of the piece. I've learned more from her than any art teacher I've taken classes from in the past. She also teaches a variety of after school art classes for children as well as classes throughout the school year. It's always fun to see what the younger students come up with. She's pretty amazing and supportive of the kids as well. Her class offerings change regularly as well, so there's never a dull moment. I've taken PMC classes, mosaic art as well as the adult studio classes. Peggy's studio is really awesome - there are a lot of tools, supplies, books, and more to draw inspiration from. The grounds are lovely too - beautiful garden area with flowing water. It's a creative oasis for art students in Cupertino. :-)

I took ceramics from Peggy for 10 years and I cannot even start to tell you how much I learned…read more Peggy challenges her students to make whatever their mind can think of (and that can fit into the kiln). She teaches a variety of techniques in ceramics and allows her students to think for themselves and use their imagination. She also has an unimaginable amount of glazes to help make each piece of artwork very unique and exactly how the artist envisioned it. Peggy also teaches a variety of different art classes as well, not limited just to clay. She is one of the best teachers I have ever had and you will benefit so much if you or your child chooses to take a class (or several classes) from her!

The Cathedral of All Souls (Episcopalan) was originally built for the workers working on the…read moreBiltmore Estate. Pre-COVID, the church used to offer guided tours of the cathedral but tours have not yet resumed post-COVID. My wife spoke to a a cleric (I'm not sure what the proper name is for a cleric in the Episcopal Church) and he introduced her to a lady who had been one of the docents pre-COVID who gave her private tour of the cathedral. I didn't go inside but toured the grounds. My wife said the interior was beautiful and inspiring.

A beautiful place in just about every aspect…read more Architecturally, it was designed by Richard Morris Hunt at the same time his Biltmore Estate was under construction. Biltmore Village was to be a community for estate workers, with this being their parish church. It wasn't until a few decades ago that it was designated a cathedral, so it is a bit more compact and jewel-box like than your typical mind's-eye cathedral. As this was funded by the good ship Vanderbilt, all the stops were pulled out - an ornate design (in a Greek cross style as opposed to the more typical Latin, or rather X-shaped than t-shaped), beautiful stained glass windows (the Holy family, the saints, and memorial windows to Frederick Law Olmstead and Cornelius Vanderbilt), etc. I don't know how old the organ is but it had a bright tone to it as well. The grounds and parish hall make for lovely strolling too. It's like seeing a highlight of Biltmore but at no expense! On the functional side, we attended a 9am Eucharist. The church is a progressive one, as you'd expect from both the Episcopal church and the Asheville location, with commemoration that day for a former parishioner who had led a national appeal to recognize same-sex relationships in 1975! The Dean delivered an engaging, thoughtful sermon in an easy-going style, and the hymns were personal favorites (starting with the Sacred Harp, ending with Beethoven's 9th). Children sit with parents until the sermon where they are ushered out, and return for the Collect. One unique thing here is that children are called to the altar when Communion is being prepared, though they return to their seats before properly receiving it. And upon leaving, we spoke with a number of friendly parishioners who went out of their way to welcome us. Dress was mostly business casual if that matters to you. We really enjoyed our visit to All Souls, and though Asheville has a number of impressive looking churches that we'd like to get a look at, it might be hard to steer away from here the next time we're in town!