This school is ok. If you want a small all girls school then this can be the one for you. They are…read moretrying hard to help the students out more with there studies. It sucks because if you take classes outside of the school, the grades wont be calculated into your gpa. And certain credits are hard to transfer over, and last but that least the price goes up each year and you are paying so much for little service basically.

Pine Manor College now takes both men and woman and is a very diverse school. it is close enough to…read moreBoston in which you can just take the school shuttle to the green line and its very close to many things and has great classes. it also holds the English language institute and Kings pathway boston and the Art Institue which is closing sadly. but everyone is amazing on campus and very friendly. The food is okay it could use some more work and maybe could be made more handicap accessible for those who have a handicap. But overall as a Student in the college its rather good.

As somebody whose repertoire of dance moves was traditionally confined to the "silly dancing"…read moresegment of the company Christmas party (alright, I admit it, throughout the party!) my discovery of Lisa-Anne's Nia class has been a great gift. If you are not familiar with Nia it is a blend of dance, martial arts movements and other body enriching techniques, such as, yoga. You can learn more about Nia on YouTube or Wikipedia. I enjoy the mix of vigorous exercise ( you will sweat ), stretching, and footwork practiced to a changing lineup of music. I also appreciate that there is a lot of opportunity to vary movement according to individual whims and without striving for "perfect" form as I've found myself doing in a some yoga classes. I would recommend Nia to anybody who seeks to improve their footwork for any sport, in which, superior footwork provides an advantage; or, like me, just for the fun of it. Lastly, I've noticed carryover benefits in unexpected areas. For instance, better flexibility in my hips has increased my breaking power in pool (sinking the 8-ball on consecutive breaks recently confirmed this).

My son did three years of preschool at The Children's Gathering. He is thriving and doing wonderful…read morein kindergarten! We will always hold a special place in our hearts for the school. They teach kindness and it shows, my son is often referred to as being extremely kind by his current (kindergarten) teacher. I believe it was due to the positive redirection and encouragement he received during preschool. The director, Ms. Lori, is so dedicated and reliable. She is also very knowledgeable and passionate about early childhood education. I don't know where she gets her energy! There is no one you can trust your children with more. The teachers are also committed and reliable, and will take great care of your children. In the three years my son attended the school, I always felt so comfortable and confident in the care he received. He loved it there ! He made lots of friends, and I even made some connections that we have maintained for play dates, etc. The other families and children were all wonderful when we attended. It's a wonderful, warm community. Thank you Children's Gathering !

I recently took a tour of this preschool. I wasn't impressed miss leslie and miss kirsty are not…read morewarm and fuzzy . Seems like they are just there to be there . Just didn't get a good feel. Also they had expired syrup out for the kids which rubbed me the wrong way. Also the basement was very musty . A few other things also. Sad because laurie is nice . But don't feel comfortable leaving my child there .

Remodel finished Jan 2021! It's very sleek and silver now…read more Lots of structures, seating, sand, and a water feature.

Clarendon Avenue Park is our second favorite park for our 1.25yr old. There's a massive climbing…read morestructure with parts good for toddlers and parts better for older kids. It sits in a giant sand area with a ton of toys that live in the park (including some excellent truck/car toys). The sand is in pretty good shape.... not too gross, but not the cleanest either. There's also a large circular pavement area with a good number of tricycles, push-cars, scooters, and other assorted vehicles for your kid(s) to push around. This area gets some good shade in the late afternoon, so it provides some nice respite on hot days. My biggest complaint of the park is that not enough people use it. Capt. K (my son) and I are often the only ones there. I don't know if this is due to the park abutting Mass Ave (so there is a lot of traffic going by) or if there just aren't many families that live in the area. However, if you go on a weekday from 11am-12pm, there are usually 3-4 daycares that converge on the park. But it can get a little too insane for Capt. K's taste. In short, if you can walk to this park, I would definitely add it to your playground repertoire, particularly as an afternoon spot. There are so many toys to play with, it's easy to kill and hour or two there.

No one ever returns calls. Wanted to sign my granddaughter up for sewing lessons. Very frustrating.read more

I attended one of their "Quick Alterations" classes and it was excellent! It was a short class on…read moredoing alterations most of us would like to make. It wasn't a lecture, but hands-on instruction on how to make these alterations to a garment you bring with you to the class. I brought a pair of jeans that were tight in the abdomen. I had seen a video online on how to add elastic to the sides but was afraid to try it myself. Good thing I didn't! The instructor (Lucy? I forgot her name already) pointed out that if I had just cut through the sides without first tacking down the waistband, the elastic would have retracted in the waistband. She showed me how to tack it down, how far to put the elastic, and more. Another attendee was shortening the hem on a dress, but needed to know the method for the type of material. The instructor was able to show her how to do it without the alteration showing. Highly recommended.

I work in RSM in Andover since May of this year. When I came for a job interview, I fallen in love…read morewith the school right away - the atmosphere is absolutely awesome! You feel like you come home and your family members really support you and cares about you. The Principal Anna Parfenov creates very warm working environment and very carefully select staff to join the family of professionals to work under her supervision. All teachers are highly knowledgeable and really passionate about teaching children to love math and be successful in life.

Great program for all school age children. Knowledgeable…read moreteachers who care deeply for they students.

I know it is only our third day at the Northpoint location, but I'm already in love…read more How did we get so lucky? This preschool is by-the-books perfect and if our 13 month could talk, he'd say "DAH" which means "I'm so happy here!" POTA is a Jewish preschool, modeled on the Reggio Emillia philosophy of letting children explore and experience rather than passively learn. This has been great to witness, as my son was in a different daycare for two weeks and while I liked the arts component there, he was more often following along and watching than going after the things that intrigued him. POTA has so many sensory exploration stations, and quiet nooks, plus big windows, wooden furniture and floors and colorful art all around. There are currently 6 kids in his class and 3 teachers, though there is room for up to 9 students at a time. Every day is a different art module. Today I was able to sit in during music with Mr. Owen, which was a short, sweet session of songs, movement, shakers and a stuffed dinosaur. Afterwards, the kids were given permission to explore his guitar. The most comforting part of this experience so far, apart from the fact that my son doesn't cry when I pick him up (which is a new thing) but just smiles and seems excited to see me, is the STELLAR communication from the staff. We were able to FaceTime our tour even before we moved to the area. We have received prompt replies to all emails. We've been mailed fridge magnets with helpful dates for social activities - yes, community is also a strong value of this school, and not just for the children! - as well as a welcome card from the teachers. The daily reports are thoughtful and clearly reflect what my son has eaten, when he has slept and how it went, and how many times he's gone to the bathroom. It isn't a drop-down menu like similar apps that daycares use, so I feel like the teachers are really paying more attention to what they report. The directors are easily reached by text or phone and also so prompt in replying to every question I've had. Lastly, I appreciate that the kids are learning about Jewish Holidays and that the calendar aligns so that we can celebrate as a family and not have my son miss any school. The teachers are called "morah" which is the Hebrew word for "teacher", so there is a slight exposure to Hebrew which is great since that is my son's first language, so far as we can tell. That being said, I think students of any religious/cultural background would highly benefit from this warm, supportive, attention-to-detail, beautiful school. It is a treasure.

My son has been attending Cambridge Preschool of the Arts (POTA) for the last 2 years and my family…read moreis so grateful for the love, support, and attention he has been receiving from the Morahs (teachers) and friends (and their families) he made at POTA. POTA has a great art-based and Reggio-inspired core curriculum and the weekly programs help my son to have an idea what to expect each day of the week. At the same time, Morahs help my son to be able to participate in these activities at his own pace. If he doesn't want to join the class for a certain activity, he would be given a specified amount of time and separate space to focus on other things. Also, I like that those art activities are used as a means to learn essential skills, and children get to enjoy the process while not being pressured to produce a final product to bring home. In addition, POTA has a great environment to provide outdoor play opportunities for children who love outdoor activities like my son. It's conveniently located right across from the North Point Park and Charles river and my son enjoys outdoor playtime almost every day and weekly class to learn about nature. I also love how easy it is to communicate with the school. I get updates from school with photos/videos of my son enjoying school and also details on meals/potty, etc. through a phone app. I can easily send/receive messages to/from Morahs throughout the day. I remember how pleasantly surprised I was after receiving my son's very detailed progress report prepared by his Morahs and in fact, I learned new things about my child from the report such as how he behaves differently when in school or in a group setting and it helped me understand my son and his personality better! POTA has helped my son grow so much in every aspect and I'm so happy and grateful to have found this school for my son.

The operative word for the Magic Garden Children's Center is definitely 'magic'. After a spending…read morea few years at a national chain daycare center, we moved and enrolled our son at Magic Garden. Starting from the application process, and our first day of attendance, the experience has been nothing short of wonderful. Director Lori Leo sets the tone for the entire center, and did an amazing job welcoming us to the Magic Garden community. Our very first experience with the center was during the Lincoln Winter Carnival when the center opened its doors to the Lincoln community by hosting a morning of activities for toddlers in town. We followed up with an official visit and the teachers each took time getting to know my son, and alternatively talking to my wife and me. We jumped at a chance to enroll mid-year. Of course, the teachers at Magic Garden also do so very much to develop an entertaining and educational curriculum, and this shines through in the experience they create on a daily basis. With four primary teachers in my son's classroom, and support staff added on top, I know he isn't lacking for attention or entertainment. Indeed nearly every morning the teachers have planned and setup multiple activities and the kids have their choice of what to discover. The teachers also communicate well with us, sharing moments from our son's days and developmental goals and achievements. Further, the center does so much to ensure that the base curriculum is enhanced. Nearly every day, we hear stories or participate in some type of enrichment activity. From tumbling classes and swim lessons, to nature walks and story time with the Lincoln library, I am constantly amazed at the variety of activities my son participates in. My son also participates in the school's 'Starlight' program, which provides daycare for those needing care after the core program completes at 3pm. While most afternoons include lots of time on the playgrounds (there are four playground options on the campus!), I was blown away to discover that the afterschool teachers develop their own curriculum as well, and try hard to keep the kids engaged for the last few hours of the day. Most days I pick up, my son has a huge grin on his face and doesn't want to leave, and nothing makes a parent feel better than that! Most importantly, Magic Garden is a community. While it's not required to put a lot of additional time into the center, parents will find themselves rewarded and enriched for every effort they do make. My wife and I have both visited our son's class to teach about art or music, and it's so great to see how much fun all the kids are having. The community events are all well attended and provide a great way for working parents to connect. We've had a blast at class BBQ's, the annual hoedown, and the tremendous fall apple picking event. This has been a long review, but it's an important one. Magic Garden is a fantastic community. The teachers, the director, the support, and the parents all ensure that the kids are well cared for, educated and entertained. Check it out, you won't be disappointed.

My son has been enrolled at Magic Garden for 3 years now. He has grown in so many ways and adores…read morehis teachers and the directors! Lori is very involved with all the students and their circumstances and does an amazing job making sure they are happy, healthy and safe. Magic offers enrichment almost everyday whether it's gymnastics, sports, music, yoga, swimming, Spanish or outdoor explorations! They work hard for my son and have helped me get him extra help with our towns preschool for OT and PT. I love this school so much and will be so sad when he graduates in 2023. He will be prepared and then some for transitioning into kindergarten and I couldn't be happier with the team he has on his side.