My experience is only based on my 4 year olds birthday party…read more We recieved a flyer in the mail and my daughter said "I want my birthday here and I want my whole class to come (21 kids)" Plus she has friends from outside of class. So I looked into it and it seemed reasonable. 2 instructors, 2 hour 15 min party, pizza, juice, paper products all included. The kids would bounce on two seprate inflatabes and play several games. It sounds great! Pros: the kids had a fun time. Cons: There were 30 kids there and only one instructor showed up. The pizza took forever. The kids were given fruit punch in open cups and juice was flying everywhere. Hello? juice boxes!!!! It was a huge mess. Then to top it off...the kids were given a "goodie" bag with a bunch of promotional flyers in it with an inflatable soccer ball. I was told they would get the beach ball (which is great), but my daughter's party was not a promotional event for their buisness. I found it really tacky. The girl that ran the party was clearly overwhelmed to be in charge of a group of 30 kids and their parents. It was underwhelming to pay $250 for a poorly run party. We will NOT be back anytime soon. : - ( My advice: go to My Gym in Framingham or The Little Gym in Westborough or Pump it Up in Shrewsbury. We went to parties there that were much better.

I asked how competitive the league was, and I was told that it was more competitive than…read morerecreational. Coming from playing in college, this was a lie. It's fine that it was for beginners, but I do not appreciate not being told the whole truth. Volleyball was played on indoor grass made for indoor soccer, which by no means makes it suitable for a competitive player. The net was very loose and made it difficult to play on. Worst of all, was teams constantly forfeited so there weren't many games we played. Wish I could have my money back and that it was handled differently.

I had a very disappointing experience at the Boroughs Family Branch YMCA today. My group arrived at…read more12:15 PM for pickleball, adhering to the facility's 15-minute transition rule following the 11:15-12:00 Pilates class. While we were simply picking up a net to prepare for our time slot--without even entering the room yet--the Pilates instructor shouted at us, claiming she had the room reserved until 12:30 PM. Actually her class was done and she already packed to leave the front door. The room was completely empty. As long-term members, we were not interfering with her class or disobeying any regulations. Being yelled at in public for no reason was humiliating and unprofessional. This level of disrespect is not what I expect from YMCA staff, and it truly ruined our day. I hope management addresses this behavior, as instructors should maintain a basic level of courtesy toward members."

I had reviewed the Y in Westborough a couple of months ago. I joined to swim - to swim laps. The…read moreschedule says LAP SWIM, and a varying number of lanes are open depending on the time of day. Nevertheless, the staff doesn't seem to understand the meaning of LAP SWIM. They allow people to linger and stand around in the lanes while people wait to swim. I understand accommodations are made for the elderly and special needs people. If you're a serious swimmer, don't join. I would like a staff member to leave a contact number for a discussion.

My kidds love the summer programs. They also attend the winter and spring break session. Both…read moremy kids ask when they'll be going back. My daughter has even told me she wants to be a counsler there when she grows up. We'll be signing them up again next year.

i attended the karate program here for multiple years and had a very enjoyable experience! i'd…read morehighly recommend this facility to anyone who is interested in sports, martial arts, or physical fitness in general!

Great non-profit camp for kids 8-17 interested in LARP, gaming and meeting others with similar…read moreinterests. Heroes (campers) spend their days adventuring and exploring the grounds, making choices that will impact the story moving forward. It's an inclusive community for those wanting to get outdoors and bring the stories of literature, history, and myth to life (while swinging a foam sword). I've worked there several summers. It's home to many campers and staff, finding the magic of The Story School calls them back to answer the call of adventure! They also offer scholarships, sibling discounts, and multi-session discounts to make camp accessible. They are also hugely focused on inclusion within the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities. I wish we could host camp all year!

From the owner: The Story School is an interactive, immersive, and inclusive nonprofit summer camp for heroes ages…read more8-18. Campers are transformed into heroes at this overnight eduLARP camp. Stories from history, mythology, and literature come to life in an engaging plot that reacts to the choices of the campers. Level up your character by solving STEAM puzzles, navigating moral challenges, battling monsters with foam swords, and making lifelong friends. In-person camp is a two-week overnight adventure. The Story School also offers online roleplaying adventures, D&D games for all ages, and birthday adventures to top it off. What adventure interests you? Contact us today!

Our family has had an incredible experience at Fitzgerald Community School, and we cannot imagine…read morebeing part of a more supportive, nurturing, and inspiring community. One of the things that had initially drawn us to FCS (and what I believe makes them so special) is its amazing nature-based curriculum. We had sought out opportunities for education outside of the "traditional" classroom setting and FCS is exactly what we hoped it would be. The opportunities for children to learn through exploration, outdoor experiences, and have meaningful connections with nature, create a rich and engaging educational environment that is truly unique. After spending this past year amongst this community, it became apparent that we absolutely made the right decision for our daughter. The unwavering support, love, and kindness shown by the learning coaches and staff is something I imagine would be hard to find elsewhere. Every member of the community is deeply invested in the well-being and success of each child. They meet students where they are, recognizing and celebrating their individual strengths while providing thoughtful guidance and encouragement in areas where they need support. They also work continuously to foster relationships among the community (cross classroom learning, "Friendship Fridays", etc.); to help each child grow not only as learners, but also as compassionate and capable individuals. Our daughter has absolutely thrived at FCS this past year, both academically and socially. Her confidence, resilience and curiosity has flourished and that was in no small part to her being surrounded by people who truly care about her growth and happiness. We are endlessly grateful for this remarkable community and cannot recommend the Fitzgerald Community School enough, to any family seeking an educational environment where children are genuinely supported, challenged, and celebrated, each and every day. We look forward to many years ahead at FCS.

If you are looking for a nature-based, whole brain / body learning experience for your child, I…read morehighly recommend Fitz! My husband and I were looking for a nature-based preschool for our son in Central Mass. A friend recommended Fitz and we fell in love with the program. The school has before care, after care, summer camp and holiday programs. It's our one-stop support system since we came from out of state. The property backs up to a nature reserve, and the kids spend hours outside learning and playing. The class ratios are small, and the different age levels interact with one another. My son loves having an older reading buddy and playing with older and younger kids. I love that my child is getting fresh air, sunshine, and learning through play. One of my favorite parts of the school is the support we got as parents. The owner of the school is an experienced child education consultant. She regularly hosts parenting classes and community events. My child is strong willed and stubborn, and the school taught me how to work with his personality so that everyone in our family is happy and harmonious. One of the core values of Fitz is preserving childhood. In this day and age of stress and sensory overload, I'm so glad there's a place my child can go where he gets to learn and just be a kid. Developing curiosity, relationships, and critical thinking are some of the positive traits we've watched our child develop at Fitz. The only "negative" I can think of is that once you experience this education model it's hard to go back. Once we learned that most of the public schools have 15 minutes outside per day, we re-enrolled for kindergarten. The school currently runs to grade 5. I'm so glad we found it.

Lilliput is a fabulous center, that both of my children have attended.( One currently enrolled for…read morethe 2018/2019 year). Their staff and curriculm are phenomenal, and my children have thrived in their care. Highly Recommended!! - Chrissy, a blessed mom of two.

I have joined my 3 years old son this year and Principal Linda and her colleagues were so nice and…read morewarm during the initial tour and Open house. Principal Linda's experience in the filed of education is equals to my age. I was a big fan of her ethics and principles. Linda and her daughters will be looking after the school so its family owned school( not a business). I am happy and impressed the way she evaluated my son and gave the suggestions for after school.She knows most of the kids name .Class rooms were bright and colorful with lot of educational toys and books. Finally i loved the tuition structure it was economical , for extended day care she charges per hour which is fantastic. I recommend to all the parents who are thinking to start their kids for the preschool.