Daycares (schools) are some of the least reviewed on Yelp... but to me, some of the most important…read moreplaces! If you're like me, you do your research when looking for child care for your baby and I hope that I can add some value to that searching mama or dad! We recently moved from Chicago and had an amazing school for our little boy. It was one of the harder parts of leaving, knowing we had to take him away from there. Fortunately enough, we found Ms Amy and Ms Emily at Goddard of Carmel ( Westfield). We looked into a lot of schools in the area and felt this was the most like his other, but also felt the warmth when you enter the school. The school is full of vibrant colors and children's artwork, and all the staff says hello as you walk the halls. We've now been there for 2.5 months and I still feel like we've made the right choice. My son loves his teacher, Ms Sara, and she has truly made his transition so smooth. If there is ever a day that he just needs a little extra love, she's the first to pick him up and snuggle or chat with him. I can tell by her interactions, hellos and goodbyes, with the children, that she truly cares for them. Of course, there is the curriculum side as well that you're likely interested in, if you're looking into a Goddard. My son has learned so much in the short 2.5 months he's been there. He has a new song, new words, putting sentences together, asking real questions, almost every day! They have so much outside play as well! I'm slightly concerned about the winter and how much outside time they will get to burn off the energy, his past school had an indoor gym- I think we'll miss that part a little! We really do love the school and my son does too! I'd absolutely recommend it and plan to update this in the future when/if we should ever leave!

My son was in the 4s room for the whole school year. By the time we were ready to leave for…read moreKindergarten he could read level 1 books and write. He was able to count to 100, memorize the 50 states, memorize and spell all the planets, share, and he learned to sit still for longer periods of time like for story time. He got sick much less often than other preschools we tried. Everyone was friendly all the time. My son said his teachers were always happy. When we ever had questions or concerns we were met with a happy director and assistant director who would bend over backwards to be sure our needs were met. We had the same teacher the whole time. Ms. Megan. She is great!!!

If you're looking for an incredible preschool for your little one, Little Explorers will exceed…read moreyour expectations. Upon meeting the owner my husband and I felt completely comfortable sending our son there for his first school experience. The teaching staff are not only wonderful with the kids but in my opinion work with them in such a way that they are miles ahead of their peers. The activities and learning tools they utilize made it much easier on my son as well. He left there always happy and excited to tell me about his day. In addition to the great environment, the owner is also extremely down to earth and flexible with allowing you to chose your child's schedule based on availability (many centers we've visited have not been so accommodating). I honestly believe my child is much more prepared for his future school years because of Little Explorers.

What can we say about IMS? There are almost too many wonderful things to mention in one review!…read more Miss Ranee has such a passion for teaching children. She is patient, calm and direct. She expects the children to excel, and she helps give them the confidence to rise to the occasion. All of the teachers are quick to identify student's strengths and areas for growth and have consistently communicated his learning plan to us via daily notes and parent teacher conferences. My son was recognizing his letters when he first started Kindergarten, and is now able to read level one chapter books at the end of the year. His verbal and written communication have improved exponentially as well, and despite his naturally shy demeanor, he is now confidently reciting poetry in front of classmates and parents. The curriculum is top notch as well and we love the diversity of subjects that the school teaches. The school staff is also fabulous. Miss Erica in the front office is always there to help with anything the parents or children need during the day. I always felt confident sending my child to school each day. I can't recommend IMS enough!

We love IMS! Both of our girls started there around age 3 or 4 and both will have completed…read moreKindergarten there as well. The teachers are all supportive and reliable. The education is well-rounded. We love the cultural appreciation that the children are taught. Our oldest entered elementary school ahead of the curve on her reading/writing and math. The individual attention is remarkable. Both of our girls have loved all of their teachers and support staff and always looked forward to a fun day at school.

My daughter went here from 2024-2026 (age 3 to 5) and we loved this preschool and their staff…read more Hours are typically 9:00-3:00 and they have half day options of 9:00-12:00. They are very flexible in what specific days you need M-F. You pack their own lunches and snacks. They have a cute playground that is perfect size for toddlers. You communicate with their team through an app and they send cute pictures throughout the day and let us know any important info. There's special events on different holidays where parents can watch them do Halloween parades and Christmas performances. She learned SO much here and their program is educational and extremely beneficial for littles. My daughter is now ultra-ready for kindergarten by spending 2 years here, and she made so many friends. We felt very safe having our daughter here. I will recommend this preschool to everyone!

We love Stony Creek & are truly so happy that we found this location for our kids swim lessons. All…read moreof the instructors we've encountered seem to truly care about our kids and have really helped them become more comfortable in the water (specifically Madison B. & Morgan). Additionally, the pricing is reasonable & seems to be better than others in the area.

I had my first Stony Creek Swim Center experience yesterday. My three month old niece had her first…read moreWater Babies class. I was really impressed with it! The center is in an unassuming building with ample parking in their lot. You walk in and the scent of poop water hits you -- but it's much better than at hotels. After a check in at the front desk and a short explanation of how things worked, we were ready to change for class. The front room has chairs facing big windows so guests can watch the classes and stay dry. There are cubbies for your stuff out in the open as well as a lost and found section and plenty of magazines in case you need reading material. Three changing stalls with curtains and three individual bathrooms with changing table, toilet and sink are available. Right after classes get out, these can fill fast so you may have a wait. I went in to the pool area for the Water Babies class to take photos, which they allow you to do. My sister and my niece enjoyed roughly 30 minutes of singing songs and acclimating babies to the water. They practiced moving on their stomachs as well as their backs, had some tummy time on a floating mat, and practiced cues for swimming and gripping the walls. It was really cute to watch, but more than that, I could tell the instructor loves what she does and knows her stuff when it comes to babies in the water. I caught glimpses of other classes -- toddlers to maybe 6 year olds or so -- and the instructors were kind and knowledgeable and the kids were having fun. I'd give this place 4 stars on a first impression, but wouldn't be surprised if they move up to 5 in the coming weeks as I get to know them more. :)

I volunteer here about once a week during the school year and have always had amazing experiences…read morewith the staff and parents. The PTA plans fun events throughout the year including a fall walk-a-thon, winter carnival, veteran's day celebration, and more. The office staff is friendly and helpful, as well.