My granddaughter has gone here for the last 2 years. Very convenient and easy to work with people…read more Worth the money to take care of your child. Only place I really trust. The CMS after school programs let your kids get lost in the system even more than the CMS system does. They don't seem to care that much at CMS. Here it's one on one and personal. Strict ,and just, the way it should be. Thanks...

Our daughter attended the infant room at Kids R Kids for about 3.5 months. It was our first…read moreexperience with daycare and we were happy with it. The director of the center is on site every day and is very responsive over phone and email. You can tell she really cares and that translates to the attitudes of the teachers, too. Kids R Kids has a higher staff to child ratio than is required by the state, so we felt good that our daughter had more attention. The communication between the center and parents is good. There is an app that gives you a full report at the end of the day of all activities (feedings, naps, diaper changes) and they'll occasionally send pictures. There are also video cameras in the room that you can log into to see what's happening live. We really appreciated this level of transparency. They do lots of good activities with the babies - they go outside every day weather permitting, read together, tummy time. I felt like our daughter's motor skills (such as rolling and sitting up) developed rapidly with their help. They also did some very cute art/painting projects. This location of Kids R Kids is in a nice, new building and has a very convenient parking lot. Pickup and drop-off was always fast and simple. The only reason we left this daycare is because we got a spot at a daycare closer to home. In our original search, Kids R Kids was our number one choice and was right near my husband's office. However, due to Covid, we are both working from home and it saved us a lot of driving to change daycares.

My son has been going here since he was 12 weeks old and I could not recommend it enough. As a new…read moremom with no family close by, I had no idea what I was doing. Wendy was a god send and was super informative and supportive. I was terrified to introduce solids and they really helped me with that. My son loves all of his teachers (especially Jedah) and always has a smile on his face for Wendy when he's dropped off. I honestly know they love my son and it makes it so much easier to drop him off and just get through the work week. A bunch of teachers that aren't even in his class always say hi to him and know about him (Miss Meghan and Miss Anne). The front desk staff (Brooke, Kristen, Tiffany) and so awesome too. Kim has been super welcoming from the get go. Also the fact that tuition includes food is SO nice. It saves money but more so it's just one less thing to worry about and do during hectic mornings and evenings. Also, they do so many activities and theme weeks - my son lives water play. We have had such a great experience so far.

Love this center!!! We were nervous about leaving our child…read morein childcare for the first time. The Director, assistant director and all the teachers were so professional and comforting. They took the time to speak with us about our child and her needs. We have enjoyed every minute...our daughter skips in the door in the morning (where we are ALWAYS greeted by management) and comes home talking about what she learned in class. I would highly recommend this center to anyone...it really is 5 star!!

My son was enrolled here for 8 months. I enrolled him when he was 18 months. The location was…read moreconvenient and they had openings for his age group. Also my 13 year old niece attended this center when she was a toddler so I felt comfortable. Boy oh boy was I in for a huge disappointment! I don't even know where to begin. After the third month of enrollment, I started looking for a new facility to place my son. It took another 3 months to find somewhere I felt was suitable and we had to wait 2 more months until the fall semester before he could start there. Hence the 8 months stay at gateway. So this place has an incredible staff turn over. In the 8 months my son was there, literally 8 staff members left or quit or were fired. It was unbelievable! Every few weeks we would get an email informing us that miss so and so is no longer with the center and miss xyz will be starting soon. Sure enough as soon as miss xyz started the cycle would repeat. There was one teacher who was there in the mornings when I dropped my son off and she smelled like marijuana. It blew my mind! How the heck do you come to work at 7am with the stench of weed? The facility opens at 6:30 but is never staffed. I usually dropped my son off at 7am and there was only one teacher there. All the kids from all age groups had to stay with her until the other teachers wandered in between 8:30 and 9am. I'm pretty sure thats a state violation. I came to drop my son off one morning and the teacher was sitting in the classroom moisturizing her feet and taking great care to concentrate on her heels. I was grossed out and pissed. She did wash her hands afterwards but I don't feel that this should have been done at the table where the kids eat their meals. When you have a question for one of the teachers the only response you get is 'I don't know mom. I wasn't there this morning. I just came into the class 30 minutes ago.' At one point I just stopped asking. I brought bug spray to be used on my son. Of course it was NEVER applied. He came home every day with huge bumps from insect bites. The next day I would remind the teacher hey there is bug spray and a permission slip for my son, and l would pick him up again with you guessed it.....bug bites. So I started to drop him off with long pants only. If I did put shorts on him I would douse him with spray when I dropped him off. So they boast water play every Friday in the summer. The first official day, I dropped my son off with his swim clothes, and a change of clothes and his shoes in a bag. I come to pick him up early (thank god) because he has an appointment and he's in the class barefoot. Ok so I'm livid. The teacher said to me 'you didn't send a change of clothes or shoes for him.' I said yes. I gave it to the teacher this morning when I dropped him off. And she said " Well I don't start till 9 so I don't know." Ok that's besides the point. If you think I didn't bring a change of clothes and shoes why on earth didn't you call me and say hey mom we need shoes for your baby? Are you that dense? All the while the bag with my son's clothes and shoes were sitting on his cubby! So my sons last day was on Fri August 24th. I go back to gateway on Monday the 27th to pick up the rest of his belongings and the expensive SSS bug spray that they never bothered using on him. The spray is no where to be found. Only the permission slip and bag that held the spray are in the bin. One teacher asks another if she's seen the spray and she replies "its in my bag." I'm thinking it's in a bag with other odds and ends with class room stuff. Well just when I thought this place and the staff couldn't get lower the teacher comes and retrieves the spray from her purse. She said to me she had to put it up or they would throw it out. I take the bottle and it's pretty much empty. I'm wondering why because the spray was never used on my son. I was so pissed and disgusted. When does this place hit bottom? I could go on and on about this place with all the stories I heard from other parents but I guess it wouldn't make a difference. I'm so glad my son is out of there. Today was his fourth day at his new daycare and he's doing so well. If I could give any advice or would be to stay away from gateway.

We love PPS! Both of our boys have attended this school. The curriculum and the creativity are…read moreexceptional. Our oldest son graduated and is now in kindergarten and is truly excelling. We are grateful for the amazing foundation that PPS gave him. Teachers love the children and the children love them just as much. The school's facility and grounds are extremely top- notch and impressive. The play grounds are designed with a child in mind- and are Modern, environmentally friendly and encourage creativity all while being very safe. The classrooms are good sized, inviting, full of natural light and even real fish. The rooms are designed to benefit children's development. I personally love the real birds enclosure and the Discovery Den. Take a tour, you'll be impressed.

This is by far the best daycare in Charlotte run by two great people. I have three children and…read morehave had them in 4 other daycares in the area. I've researched countless others. This daycare has amazing facilities and teachers and extracurriculars and administration and... It's such a relief that my children love going to school (sometimes ask to go on Saturday). It's also a relief to see how well they are prepared for the future during this key developmental stage of life. PS the landscaping is amazing too. And the organic gardening. And weekly water play. And haircuts on site. And soccer shots on site. And Charlotte Ballet on site. And even child yoga on site. Seriously one of a kind.

Thank GOD a spot opened up on the waiting list for our daughter and we were able to get her out of…read morePal-A-Roos down the street .. 100 percent improvement .. they engage more with her , she's not laying on a boppy pillow most of the day like the other day care .. it's so clean , all staff are so professional, caring , and friendly and we can tell that they love what they do and have a great deal of experience.. owner very prompt and present .. I don't worry all day about her well being like I did at the other day care .. I've toured other day cares in the Charlotte area and this one by far was the best ! So pleased with Goddard ! We highly recommend !!

We just moved our two kids over to Goddard Matthews from another chain…read more I love the staff. You always get greeted at the door as you come in, all of the teachers acknowledge the kids even if they are in a different class. The teachers are in good moods all day, the kids are always busy, and the tricycle rally was so fun for my little ones. The facility is clean, tucked back, not next to apartments which always weirds me out a bit. Wish they offered meals and wish there was a covered drop off area where you can get the kids out when it is raining. The staff is well lead, the director is kind and honest, the owners love the school, it's a great, non-elitist, comfortable place to teach your kids.

We have had two children attend this daycare from infancy all the way through kindergarten, and it…read morehas been such a positive experience for our family. Over the years, our kids have been cared for by so many wonderful teachers who genuinely love and support the children in their classrooms. The staff has always been communicative, caring, and invested in helping each child grow academically, socially, and emotionally. One of the things we appreciate most is the consistency. From the baby room through the pre-K and kindergarten years, we've always felt confident that our children were safe, happy, and learning every day. The relationships they built with their teachers and friends have been incredibly meaningful. As working parents, having a daycare we can trust has been invaluable. We are grateful for the care, guidance, and memories our family has experienced here, and we would absolutely recommend this center to other families looking for a nurturing and reliable place for their children.

Do not understand how this place receives so many stars. Not a great experience whatsoever. Very…read moreunprofessional work staff that makes doing their job seem like a hassle and never seem any more than obligated to be there. Are not attentive to parents and barely greet upon arrival and exit unless spoken to first. Also, very strange food combinations and would rather throw your child under the bus than do the job they applied for. Again would not recommend this place.

Ms. Dana Thank you…read morefor being an amazing teacher and role model to Laila. You have such contagious enthusiasm for the subject matter, and it greatly contributes to a vibrant classroom atmosphere. Your commitment to student success is evident in the individualized attention and support you give to each of them. Your commitment to a safe and inclusive environment is evident and much appreciated. "We are thrilled with the progress our child has made academically. Keep up the amazing work. Best Regards Mr & Mrs. L. James III

I would not recommend bringing your kids. The billing department will overcharge you over week…read more They make up extra fees and will make you pay incorrect amount just for your kids to continue care. It's several parents that's been having this issue. They have no urgency in fixing billing problems. I spoke to the manager of dealing department and she was rude. she wasn't willing to explain why o keep getting extra charges or cared to fix it. Please stay far away unless you want to be charged over $200 more on top of your original bill. worst customer service ever with billing department.

Truth be told, this was my second choice daycare since I was on a waiting list for another one. But…read moreIt def was a blessing in disguise as this is one of the best decisions I've made for my kids. This daycare is amazing, from the front staffs to the teachers, everyone is super friendly and accommodating. They always have so many fun/hand-on activities for the little ones, some days, I even begged my kids to stay home with me, but they refused, they wanted to go to school. Kids don't lie, right?!;) I recently had a teacher/parent conference for my older son, 4yo, and I loved every second of it. His teacher talked about him so passionately and I almost felt like I didn't know who she was talking about...heheh...he has this side to him that apparently only shown during school time, a side of him that I wouldn't possibly know if we didn't have this teacher/parent conference. I enjoyed that so much, maybe it was my very first conference ever in my parenting career!. At The children's courtyard, they put great emphasis on making learning fun for the kids, they want our kids to learn thru exploring instead of your typical flashcard/homework drills, they want to nurture a generation where learning is fun/interesting and not a burden or daily chore. Although I do feel that's part of our responsibility as parents to do at home, to continue their education at home, they don't stop learning just bc the school day is over...talk to the teachers, ask them what you can do at home to keep their learning continuous and consistent. Bottom line is, look no further, your kids will love it here, I almost want to guarantee it;) And by the way, the other day care called last week and we're next in line. So, I politely replied, ' Thanks so much, but my kids are so happy and so loved here, I don't have the heart to move them.' Originally I applied for the other daycare bc the tuition was slightly cheaper, but I don't think that matters much anymore as my kids totally love this place, and if it's between money and my kids well-being and happiness, I def would choose the later in a heart beat. Wouldn't you?!;)

If I could give this facility no stars I would! Please DO NOT send your kids here! My 3 year old…read moreattended for the first time, and he had a poop accident on himself. I was called by the director to come pick my son up although he had a complete change of clothes and underwear. I arrived to pick him up, and he was covered in feces down his legs in his shoes and in his underwear!!!! I will be contacting State and sanitation for the negligence. This place is very unorganized, understaffed, and from what Ive observed the teachers are very LAZY