Omg i can't believe anyone would recommend this school. It's a complete mess forcing parents to…read morefill out forms that are not legally required to be filled out. The kids are so bad. They take kids for enrollment numbers doesn't matter if the child is violent. Staff hates me because I complain. I moved my daughter out this year because I am sick of it. Carline is insane especially if you have 2 kids at different schools. Teachers don't respond to emails and you are lucky if the deans respond.

I love this school! They do so much to involve families and the community. Students feel safe and…read morehappy there. They offer almost every grade level, so you do not need to look any further for a great school.

This is an amazing place! I never worry about my children while they are here. From the teachers to…read morethe administrative staff, everyone is kind, well trained, and thorough. I pick up my children every day better than I left them. From a mom that stayed home with her first child until he was 2. I have never felt very confident about leaving my children under another's care, but I never worry about them at Greensboro Montessori. They love their teachers and their teachers love them. Everything from the curriculum to the manner in which they speak to the children is purposeful and kind. In addition to being well cared for, my 2 children, 3.5 and 1.5, are also learning. My kids have been to other schools and we visited other daycares before we decided on Greensboro Montessori, but none compare. They have a magical formula of learning through exploration and play. They treat children like little explorers and scientists, guiding their play. There is no competitive helicoptery vibe. They simply look for opportunities to tie information into a child's natural exploration. Children explore different "works" rather than cheap toys. They play with sand and water, paint and blocks with the intention of figuring out how we function in the world rather than being "entertained." They also spend a lot of time outside with nature, walking in the nearby woods and gardening which I value tremendously. Children are also encouraged to be independent. Each child is considered at their own level and challenged to do things for themselves in a kind and supportive environment. I was surprised to find when my son started here at 2 all the things that he could do for himself and was eager to do. Everyone needs a purpose and children are the same. This school provides children with a safe and nurturing environment to learn and grow. The school also provides helpful seminars on evidence-based gentle parenting techniques and fosters a real sense of community. There are regular events for all ages and opportunities to participate/volunteer. We considered schools that were more budget, providing diapers and multiple meals and snacks as part of tuition, but none had the level of caring and commitment I feel here. This place isn't simply caring for your children and keeping them alive, but constructively and mindfully creating a complete environment for children to become well rounded, empathic, intelligent people.

The school is amazing I love the way that they teach children through unusual methods and really…read moreteach them about what's important like layer of gardening and teaching math on an abacus

By sixth grade, my daughter had become deeply depressed at NGFS, and we were genuinely concerned…read morefor her mental health. Her early years were positive--she loved the Rainbow program, and we are especially grateful to Beth, who helped her develop a love of reading despite auditory processing challenges. Unfortunately, things changed significantly as she got older. In fourth grade, a tick bite during the week-long school trip was egregiously mishandled--whether due to a lack of protocol or a failure to follow one, the result is that she now lives with chronic Lyme disease. Our family has paid nearly $30,000 out-of-pocket for medical treatment, in addition to the high tuition we had already invested in the school. Academically, she was ahead in math, but when we advocated for her to take Math 1 in seventh grade, NGFS flat-out refused to consider it. After transferring to Greensboro Montessori, she was placed in Math 1 and earned a 96. She went on to earn As in each subsequent math course and is now in a senior-level math class as a 10th grader. Clearly, she was more than capable--she just needed a school willing to meet her where she was. My daughter ultimately asked to leave because she felt isolated and alienated. Although the school promotes inclusivity, she quickly realized this didn't seem to apply to students like her. When she tried to assert healthy boundaries with peers, she was often reprimanded--not for what happened, but for how she expressed herself. Ongoing micro-bullying from peers was never meaningfully addressed, even after I raised concerns. She thrived at Greensboro Montessori in 7th and 8th grade, where we found the environment far more supportive and attentive to real inclusivity. She is now thriving at Grimsley High School, where she has a 504 plan in place to support her health. To be fair, NGFS has a strong writing curriculum in the later elementary years, and my daughter's writing skills like owe much to those foundational years. But it's hard to reconcile that benefit with the emotional and physical toll she experienced. If I had to do it all over again, I would have moved her by third grade.

Their preschool, A Child's Garden, is appalling & the administration doesn't seem to care!…read more Ive been in early childhood education for 18 yrs & within a week of being there, i could see that what this school claims to be is a lie. I was told by 3 different staff that i could stay with my 3yr old on his 1st day because he has some seperation anxiety & sensory issues. When the 1st day came, they wouldnt let me in & wanted me to drop off at the gate and leave. Then they told us parents are not allowed on the playground or inside the classroom. A vast difference from being told before school started that i would be able to "stay in the classroom as long as he needs". I finally get to go in my sons room & I observe that hazardous chemicals are kept in their cubbies where children can reach them & there are exposed outlets around the room. I consistently observed all 4 teachers in one spot on the playground talking to each other, not supervising or playing with kids. Teachers wouldnt greet parents when they arrived & continued to talk to eachother instead. I'd recieve negative or vauge answers when i asked specific questions about my sons day. When they told us hand foot & mouth was going around the class, I asked what do they do to reduce the spread that they don't already do daily? Admin reported: "our teachers dont wash toys" "they dont have time" & the cleaners only use a disinfectant spray daily. The classroom is grimey and toys are dirty! The teacher said my son had trouble opening his lunch & spilled his food on the floor. She gave him what was left over from his AM snack, which wasn't enough to be a meal, so he was STARVING when I picked him up! Another day he had a scrape on his knee & I asked what happened & the teacher just said "I don't know" "he didn't cry, so I dont know". My son always came home with dirty hands, face and crusty nose. They spend the entire day outside & play by themselves while teachers socialize with each other. My potty trained son had frequent accidents at school to which the teacher said he just wasn't telling them when he needed to go. It turned out that they dont take the kids potty at regular times, causing more accidents to happen. Only one teacher has some Early Childhood Education, not "extensive education and experience" like they claim of A Child's Garden. To top it all off, they took my 3yr old on a bus, off the schools property, a mile away for a "field trip" and did not tell me!! I went to admin with my concerns & they made excuses & offered no resolution. I emailed admin and stated I was pulling my child out of the preschool & why i was doing so, i did not even receive an email back. In my professional opinion, the staff at New Garden put on a facade that they are a great preschool that offers so much, but it isnt true. There is no evidence of it. Instead there is safety & health issues galore. If youre currently looking for a center or have your child enrolled here, please ask more questions and pay close attention, you will easily see for yourself! There are NC state websites that tell parents what to look for when choosing a pre-k, (ncdhhs) look it up and educate yourselves!

This school (Sternberger) Is the worst! I was a 5th grader there, and my teacher, ms. Pearson, uses…read morea sharp tone like a knife. I told her in the letter to stop it, how much to affects me and the brain, and tried to let my voice be heard. I was scared of ms hall (4th grade teacher) for no reason, and I've never realized I was just shy. Instead, the adults talked to me about it and ms pearson was never included. When i got caught saying don't get ms hall again, ms pearson's tone was even worse than before, and i couldn't breathe. She didn't listen to me.

Great environment with good security measures and sanitation practices. The director is wonderful,…read moreand the caregivers are all genuinely kind and attentive. While tuition is on the higher side, the peace of mind knowing your children are well taken care of makes it entirely worth it."

From the moment you walked through the doors, you will realize what a special place. The teachers…read moreand staff genuinely care about the children and treat them with so much love, patience, and kindness. You can tell that this is more than just a job to them--they truly love what they do and take pride in caring for the children. I'm so thankful for the safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment they provide. The communication with parents is wonderful, and it gives you such peace of mind knowing your child is being well cared for throughout the day. La Petite has gone above and beyond our expectations. The teachers have played such an important role in helping our child learn, grow, become more independent, and feel confident. If you're looking for a daycare in the Greensboro/Triad area, I highly recommend La Petite Academy! You can feel confident knowing your child is surrounded by people who truly care. We are so grateful for the entire La Petite family!