Extremely disappointing experience with this school from beginning to end…read more To start, they require children to undergo lead blood testing just to attend their summer camp, an unnecessary and intrusive requirement. More concerning, however, is their discriminatory treatment of children with IEPs. Both of my children were enrolled in the camp, but after I submitted one of their IEPs (at the school's request), they revoked that child's admission within a few hours of me sending the report. This decision was made solely based on their IEP. I had mentioned that they were welcome to call his current teacher to gain more information in regard to how well he/she was doing, but they didn't want to hear it - full admission denial one month before the start of camp. I would not, under any circumstances, recommend this school.

My son is six years old and has spent 3 years in the Children's House Program and 1 year in Lower…read moreElementary. Shamima and Stewart (Lower Elementary teachers) have created an environment that nurtures curiosity which then motivates the children to learn. My son was initially a reluctant reader who was not pushed but gently guided. He self-motivated into reading well above grade level. He has always loved math and because of the Montessori program, has progressed at his own pace and is excelling. The teachers keep a peaceful, respectful environment where kids of all abilities and diverse backgrounds are made to feel an integral part of the classroom. The classrooms are bright, large and clean and the library is full of resources. There are smart boards that are relied upon to an appropriate degree. Tech class, Spanish, Music, Gym, Art are all 1x/week and are led by excellent teachers too. The student-teacher ratio is excellent also.

This is my toddler's first pre school and he just loves it. We are very happy to see the…read moredevelopment and progress he is making each day, all thanks to his amazing teachers at the school. CACC is a great choice for any one looking for a well grounded growth in your child.

i used to go here and the staff was so sweet and welcoming. Glad to see nothings changed!!read more

The staff is welcoming, friendly, kind and most importantly helpful. They go above and beyond what…read moreis needed. They answer all questions and if they don't know something they go and find out and get back to you promptly! They are highly trained and have great attitudes and attention to detail!

We currently have 2 children enrolled at La Petite. (9.5 months and 2.5 y/o) (started at 14 weeks…read moreand 1 yr) and cannot say enough great things. We moved from out of state a little over a year ago and finding the best fit was so important to our family. La Petite checked all the boxes, most importantly it has the best teachers and administrators and most important happy kiddos! Throughout our experience our children have been so well taken care of from communication with teachers to just extra snuggles when needed we never once worried they were getting less than the best care. There is a full curriculum for kids that keeps them stimulated and engaged. I would recommend La Petite to anyone in the area looking for a daycare for their child that they can trust- It's a community that I grateful to be a part of! **through Covid things been seamless and really safe!

I feel compelled to share my experience as these issues are still happening at Celebree Preschool…read moreof Pike Creek. My child went through this firsthand--classrooms are frequently out of ratio, and children are constantly moved around, rarely staying in the appropriate class for their age or level, which is disruptive. Management seems to be hiring anyone, as new staff often don't greet parents, aren't friendly toward the children, and sometimes don't appear prepared for proper childcare. Meanwhile, dedicated teachers continue to leave due to management issues, and unfortunately, the children are the ones who suffer the most. I hope these problems are addressed soon, because while there are some good aspects to the program, these ongoing issues are impacting the quality of care children receive.

Hi, I'm a former infant/ toddler/ 2year old teacher. To say working for this team at Celebree was a…read moregreat experience is truly false. When working for this team, the male owner Cory Skidmore is very uncomfortable to be around as a women. He is very arrogant and belittled the team as if we weren't qualified while he doesn't have any credentials to be working with children at all. I've also witnessed him talking more nicely and almost buttering up certain employees but when he talked to me he was aggressive. The director Cashet Grundy is very disrespectful and rude to stay the least. When she comes into the center she is never happy to see staff or children, she would rarely walk into the 2s room but when she does she has a look of Discus on her face. Almost all of our classrooms are out of ratio due to over enrollment so If you have any children and think they are in there correct class is false. There are different teachers in each classroom everyday so there is no formality for the children to get comfortable. There are also days where we are so short staffed that the owners and directors tell us we couldn't get a break so they'd buy us lunch in stead. Me and other employees have called licensing multiple times and they have came and inspected but nothing further was done. I truly love being a daycare teacher and this is just the unfortunate circumstances at Celebree of Pike Creek. I truly believe if you are paying the amount you pay to give your children a good education with a love school community then I suggest you choose a different school because I truly believe Celebree of Pike Creek isn't the school you think it is.

My daughter attended this facility for 3 months, I have waited a few months since we enrolled her…read moreat another place before writing this review. If you have a hyper child who has outbursts of emotions and tests boundaries-- the director of this location will do whatever she can to label your child and call you after any incident to have child picked up for early dismissal. As parents we started believing that our child might have emotional delay and started getting help from the school district to early intervene. If you ask about their methods of dealing with unwanted behavior, you won't be able to talk to the teacher-- because only director can communicate with parents about any classroom issues. There is no consistency or any age appropriate methods to help guide your child. It's really scary that this place has such a "good reputation". Since we enrolled my daughter at another facility-- literally zero behavioral issues or complaints by the teachers or the daycare director, she's learning about her emotions, she's being guided instead of being labeled. She doesn't require additional learning support because her teacher is an educator who teaches her to manage her behavior and emotions. I know this place was not a right fit for my family-- and that's ok. However, a childcare facility SHOULDN'T ever be allowed to operate this way. As a parent, I have major trust issues after my experience with Hockessin KinderCare because I really hoped they had my child's best interest in mind. Instead, they are operating as a business and not an educational institution.

I've been sending my 3 year old son here since he was 1. Great center! Clean, organized,…read moreeducational curriculum. I know when I drop my child off he is in a safe and caring environment. Definitely preparing him for kindergarten! Can't say enough positive things about this center and it's teachers!

My child loves it here. What could be happier than a child going to school happily every day? She…read moreloves her teachers Jackie and LizbearThey are very responsible! I often see the teachers hugging her. Sometimes after school, I see my kid hair is very beautiful,and it is obvious that has been combed by the teacher. When still unable to go to the toilet, the diaper is changed in time.There are many other details. I am very grateful for their careful care.She also has made progress in many things and can speak a lot! We looked at many more schools before, but finally chose here because we saw the leadership of the administrator Liz, Asa's work ability is also outstanding, and the other teachers are really meticulous. This is my true feeling as a mother. My family and I like here very much!

Wouldn't recommend to parents. My child had the worst experience here, being left alone multiple…read moretimes in the classroom. As well as being bullied. Not a fan of this place.

IMS has been the perfect fit for our son. He started attending at 18 months, and now at 3 he is…read moreblossoming. Our son loves going to school every day. We are constantly amazed at what he has been able to do (because we didn't teach him these things at home!). The teachers are incredibly caring, and most of them have been at the school a long time. The director, Karen, clearly cares about each and every student. Karen is also committed to Montessori principles, so families can feel comfortable knowing what to expect. They truly "follow the child' from their lesson plans all the way to the child-sized furniture throughout the facility. We have been so happy being part of the IMS Wilmington community.

From the owner: Our school is built on the wonderful Montessori principles where each child is considered as an…read moreindividual with his/her own intellectual potential, and is treated as such. We, as the educators are here to provide easy access to learning resources and offer support and guidance as they make discoveries on their own. This approach allows children to flourish into well balanced individuals with the strength to thrive in any environment. In keeping with the Montessori philosophy, our programs are truly child centered. In every aspect of our daily work, we put emphasis on respect: towards each child, the families, and among the staff.

I've been coming here since the summer and I am always so happy with how amazing & patient the…read moredentist and staff are! I had teeth extractions I needed and he accommodated my appointments to work with my school schedule.

I am always nervous about dentists. So I was completely unsure of Dr. Afash. But when I arrived, I…read morenoticed the office was very clean and had warm receptionists. I was immediately put at ease. Dr. Afash is genuine, knows what he's doing and very gentle! My cleaning was a breeze and I'm excited to go back in 6 months. Thank you for the great experience!

The Independence School is the perfect home for our 2nd grade son--providing an academically…read morechallenging yet nurturing environment. In our experience, the teachers are very responsive, very involved. We feel there is an appropriate focus on reading skills and math skills at this age. The school maintains a good balance with respect to technology (Smart boards etc) and traditional learning techniques. Other thoughts: Our son's peer group is a fantastic group of well-behaved, positive children. The physical plant of the school is very clean and appealing. We love the fact they have a PE class everyday.

I had two children attend this school over the past 8 years. Although it saddens me to criticize…read morethe school, after my older child graduated from Independence about a year ago, I realized that I had to remove my younger daughter from the school and send her to another private school in the area. Put simply, the school is not what it once was. The teachers have become extremely rigid and uncompromising, and instead of welcoming feedback from the families that keep the school running, it has doubled-down on a course that is damaging the school. Any student that it not seen as The program is deemed to be more important than the students themselves, and students that do not perfectly fit the mold in the administration's eyes are ignored, criticized, and ultimately forced out, regardless of age. My 6 year old daughter even started to realize this with respect to some of her classmates, and that was the last straw for me.The level and amount of substantive instruction from the teachers has dramatically diminished over the past several years, to the point where Independence seems like a completely different school from what it was my son started several years ago. The other private and public schools in the area are likely far better choices for your child.