I am a child psychologist. My son and daugter-in-law asked me to to help evaluate daycare…read morefacilities in the Berwyn area. The only one we seriously considered was the Wayne Early Learning Center. The owner/director is experienced and watchful. We particularly looked at the infant room. It is a nurturing environment and the babies are cared for in patient and effective manner. The classrooms with older children were equally impressive. The advise is to sign up well before you need childcare as there are usually long wait lists. AT

Do not recommend this place for first time daycare kids…read more Neither the teachers nor the director is prepared to handle new kids. Will let the kid cry it out in their chair starting from Day 1. No compassion showed towards kids, nor the ability to teach kids. They can only handle daycare ready kids. So if your kid is new, be prepared to pick them up by 10am, since the crying new kid is disturbing the other children. Also, have backup child care, since the school can remove the child with no notice whatsoever.

Our son has been at CBA for almost 4 years.  We couldn't be happier with the staff, his development…read moreand the friendships we've made.  It's a wonderful preschool.  The staff is always friendly and responds to any questions promptly.  The teachers are great.  Our son will be finishing up with pre-kindergarten shortly and we can already see that he'll be well prepared to start kindergarten in the Fall.  CBA offers many extracurricular activities and has a lot of fun after class functions that parents/families can participate in.  I would recommend CBA to anyone in the area.  Our son was previously in another daycare in the area and CBA was miles ahead of them.  One last note, they provide snacks and lunches which is a huge benefit.  Our son enjoys mostly all of what they offer.

I highly recommend Chesterbrook Academy! The environment is…read morealways clean, the classrooms are well-organized, and the teachers and staff are truly professional. Mrs Sara, Liz, Caitlin, Mrs Susman, Mrs brin and so many more go over and beyond for the families of Chesterbrook Academy. Safety at Chesterbook is clearly a top priority for the children. I wholeheartedly recommend Chester brook Academy. I also couldn't be happier with the growth and care the children received here. I've seen the curriculum and attention provided at every level of the center, and I've been impressed every step of the way. The kids literally run into the center each day, excited to see their teachers and friends. The staff also does an amazing job preparing the children for Kindergarten. I truly see the staff as an extension of the family. I am so thankful to know them all.

Goddard school Newtown square: 1 child in school, started…read moreat 2.5 years old, now 4. Cost is $1,700/month. My child is currently enrolled at the Goddard School in Newtown Square, PA. While the staff and teachers are friendly, for $1,700/month for one child (2+ years old) I don't feel we get the experience that we're paying for. To start, the program is not tailored to the individual child's needs. So, if you believe your child would benefit to go up one class (within reason of course) you're given a nonchalant "we don't do that" response. The school's drop off and pick up procedure is honestly something straight out of hell. To the parents with more than one child - you're saints. The school seems terribly under staffed, which is ridiculous because the building is very small with a large number of kids. On a consistent basis, you will go to your child's classroom to pick them up to find out they're not in their classroom because they were moved to a different room due to staffing. Also, routinely the children do not go outside. During inclement weather is one thing, but too often it's apparent the teachers and other staff find it easier for them if the children don't go outside (I.e., it's too hot or too cold for the teachers). Frequently, teachers don't greet you or are busy on their cell phones rather than paying attention to the children. Additionally, the playground area is very small and limited particularly for a class size of 20 children (that's just my child's class, I don't know the sizes of other classrooms). Frequently the communication from the school lacks professionalism, including proper punctuation and grammar, leaving me to wonder what they are teaching my child. On more than one occasion my child's name has been horribly misspelled on their belongings. On one hand it's no big deal, but given it's a learning environment and they are in a critical period of learning how to read and write, I feel like this should be a given. It is also apparent that the school's owner and administrators are more concerned for what is most convenient for them rather than the school as a whole. Running a school I'm sure is no easy feat. It would be beneficial for Goddard NTS to bring someone in to aid in running the operation more effectively and efficiently. Last, my child has experienced multiple minor incidents where she gets hurt. The school completes their incident report and will notify you. When you get the story from the teacher though we're constantly left with asking "well where was the teacher." Our reason for staying at the Goddard School comes down to other schools' availability (and lack there of). That said, I would like to note while some of the teachers lack enthusiasm even though they teach children under 5, there is still a significant number of teachers who put the children first and are adored by the children. I can't say enough about Ms. Rosetta, Ms. Stephanie, and Ms. Dana. They are fabulous, always very helpful, and attentive. And, although I have my concerns, for the most part I would say my child enjoys going to school (as much as any toddler would). Fun fact: Be cautious of Google reviews about the Goddard School Newtown Square. I posted this on Google but the school won't post it.

Absolutely the best daycare you will ever find. I cannot recommend this school enough. My daughter…read morehas been there since the infant program (starting at 7 months) and at two-years-old, I've seen her progression and development in leaps and bounds. The curriculum is fantastic, the teachers are wonderful and highly credentialed and the owner is fantastic - she gets to know every child and family. My daughter comes home with new skills every day that blow me away (they teach them sign language). It is not just a school, but a second home. There is so much warmth and love and attention there. I couldn't recommend it more. I plan to keep her there through preschool, knowing that it's not only the best education she'll get but the best care.

My kiddo LOVES going to daycare here. They do fun enrichment activities every day that would cost…read moreme more time and mental energy to do at home than I currently have. The director is responsive, the teachers all seem to care quite a lot about the kids, and the facilities are clean, bright, and filled with fun learning opportunities. They offer part-time daycare (three days a week), which has helped me balance getting things done and having more actual time to bond with my kid. He loves daycare so much that he only takes one nap a day there (he takes two at home!). He's just so excited to be there, and the teachers send photos of him with huge smiles every single day. We feel very lucky to have gotten a spot here.

We have been very happy here so far. Teachers are very nice, our son has enjoyed each day at…read moreschool and the facility is clean, organized and engaging.

My granddaughter is a twaddler at The Learning Experience in West Chester, PA. She began in the…read moretoddler class and her adjustment has been amazing. Based on my observations, I have found the TLE leadership (owners, director) to conduct the management and day-to-day operation of the center in an exceptional manner. The teachers in my granddaughter's classroom are kind and nurturing. They follow the prescribed curriculum and encourage success. They consistently communicate with me regarding my granddaughter's progress. An overall positive TLE climate conducive to learning has been created. I have observed her excitement to the educational experiences provided. She is happy and enjoys being there which gives me a high level of satisfaction and peace. The Learning Experience in West Chester garners my unequivocal recommendation to families seeking a positive learning experience for child care and early childhood education. People thought your review was: Useful 1 Share review Write an update

I was in this daycare as behavior support for a student. The staff were verbally abusive and held…read moredown children to take a nap. Everyone was aware of this.

Kindercare Thornbury has been a wonderful learning center for our children. They are excited to go…read moreto school each day and adore the teachers. We have been really impressed with the private kindergarten option which was been great for our daughter who just missed the public school cut off. The teachers are wonderful at provides support and care for the children to help them reach their individual potential.

I enrolled my 11 month old into the daycare and the staff has been exceptional since then. It…read moreappears they have a new director for a little over a year who's really vamped up the program. My daughter had separation anxiety from me (even before enrolling in daycare) which made the transition very difficult emotionally. The staff was beyond supportive and let me stay during drop off as long as I needed before feeling like my baby was okay enough for me to leave. Fast forward and my daughter is thriving. Loves the environment and they've helped her so much with independent sleeping and keeping a great routine. It's hard leaving your kids with strangers but this staff is so personable and caring for each child, it makes me feel so much more comfortable knowing my child is SAFE.

We joined CBA preschool two years ago and our experience has grown better and better as the time…read morehas gone by. There was definitely some bumps in the road in the last year or so with the abrupt dismissal of the principal and a large turnover of staff, but those that have remained and have recently come on board have been fantastic. They have really impressed me with their dedication and involvement in my child's development, happiness, and well-being. My daughter is currently in their pre-K-A class and we have had such a great year so far. She's learning a lot, gaining more independence, and we can see how much she likes being there. Sometimes not wanting to leave because she's having too much fun. At the request of many, they finally updated and improved the outdoor playground last summer. Loving not having to pick mulch out of my child's clothes and hair anymore Haha. They offer lots of special events and programs for your child to engage in. Music, Martial arts, soccer, art, gym class, sensory play, teacher for a day, field trips to the elementary school, Valentine's Day Music Concert, and so much more. Shout out to some of my favorite teachers and staff that have become friends: Miss Tina, Miss Colleen, Miss Ally, Miss Sao, And Miss Jamie. Thank you all for loving and taking such great care of my girl! :) We will miss our CBA Preschool next year, as we will be moving up to the CBA Elementary School in September. Thank you all for a great experience :)

I will start off saying that some of the teachers are AMAZING and really care about the children in…read moretheir classes. The leadership is accommodating with schedule changes and friendly. The facility is large and well maintained. However, we had concerns regarding the state mandated ratios that were not being met. Whenever we addressed these ratios, we were told the head of school would call us and he did not. We ended up pulling our child due to even more concerning events that were hidden/covered up by leadership. I would strongly reconsider sending your child to Chesterbrook.

My family attended this Bright Horizons for about a year, and we were extremely satisfied with the…read morelevel of care and attention our kids received. The staff, teachers, and fellow parents were all lovely and created a warm, nurturing environment. We had been disappointed by our experience at another Bright Horizons in the DC area. That location had an excessive churn of staff, shady characters sometimes hanging out outside, and lax reporting of incidents like minor injuries. But I didn't realize how bad it was until we came here. This Concord Plaza facility feels secure--it's tucked away in a quiet part of an office park, and adults must put a code in to enter the building. The teachers are a mix of seasoned pros and newer ones, making it feel like there is a solid pipeline to train and retain talent. There is a big green space at the front where parents and kids often hang out to play and socialize after school, giving it a community vibe. Some logistics: if you're interested in taking a tour or getting on the wait list (a few months, was not unreasonable), contact the main number for the regional office. You may also be able to get info about the Bright Horizons at Nemours (I think longer wait list if you're not staff). This location serves snacks and milk but requires you to pack lunch; honestly for the cost saving, I didn't mind packing lunch. My kids were very prepared for the next steps of their learning journeys after attending this Bright Horizons. I'm especially grateful for the care and communication from the teachers here.

An excellent preschool experience for my family. My son's been there most of his 3 1/2 years and my…read moredaughter for her first 5 months. Loving, experienced, trained, expert teachers and excellent facilities and playground. Costly, but you get what you pay for.