Our family joined the Beginnings community in Fall 2020, during the midst of the pandemic and right…read moreafter we moved locally. I could not imagine a more warm welcome to a new place for our son, who runs into school every morning and talks about how much he loves his teachers and friends every night. From really creative classroom curriculum to outstanding communication between administration, teachers, and parents, we have confidence that our son is in the place that is best for him. We also have confidence that the Beginnings team is doing everything the right way in regards to keeping the whole community safe and healthy. I highly recommend Beginnings School to other families looking for an engaging and fun place dedicated to thoughtfully educating your children.

The teachers and administration at Beginnings deeply care for and love the work that they do. If…read moreyou are looking for professional, high-quality early education, this is the place. The teachers are well-trained to scaffold the most important dimensions of early learning: social-emotional development and self-help skills. Pre-academic tasks are weaved through play and conversation and children are quick to adopt a growth mindset, which is one of the most necessary indicators of future success. I highly recommend Beginnings for any parent or educator looking for a truly special, unique school that will give them or their children the tools needed to thrive.

I went there as a little kid and loved my time i am now in 7th grade and still remember the teacher…read morethere. they where so nice and they let my dad come in and talk to the kids about his job and they loved it. me and my family are still in touch with some of the teachers to this day and i will never forget them. from there i made life long friends and are still friends with them today.

as a first time mom, this was NOT a great place for my child. I picked her up one day and she was…read morebawling of being screamed at by the teacher, then there's was another time the teacher was ok with kids not including my child right I from of my and another mom she was talking to who actually laughed. No inclusivity it was a horrible experience. I'm glad I found a great prek and sending everyone I know of color to send their kids to the amazing prek I found not here.

My daughter is now in kindergarten after three years at Wellesley Montessori, and she is thriving!…read more I credit the wonderful teachers and staff for giving her the building blocks to be successful in her kindergarten year. My son is in his second year, and he has made amazing strides from toddler life to being a pre-K student. He loves his teachers (a different room from his sister, but just as wonderful) and will be as ready for kindergarten as her sister. The families at the school are wonderful as well, and I feel like it's been an amazing home away from home for my kids. I will be sad when my youngest moves on from the school. They both learned so much, had so much fun, and made great friends! It's also been a practical choice for our family -- with two working parents, the ability to have our kids there from 7:30-5:30 has been a life saver!!

Not the school it used to be... This used to be a great…read moreschool, and it still has some good teachers (not all, teaching staff is mixed), but with the loss of Miss Martha, a teacher there for 20+ years, the addition of a relatively new director, who has no imagination or problem-solving skills, does not know the local area, and is not very nice to the children, the school has taken a nose dive. Combine that with a tiny playground, not a lot of indoor space, and you do not have a great situation.

Over time, the school and its management have steadily declined. Although there were some attempts…read moreto improve, the administration remains poorly run. There are a few good teachers in the Children's House, but beyond that, very little has been positive. Ms Manviya is great! Teacher consistency is poor, and there have been numerous management changes. The only good thing is that the classrooms are spacious and filled with natural light. We have since removed our enrollment due to these ongoing issues.

This school is an absolute mess, and I want other parents to know exactly what they're walking…read moreinto. When my daughter was in the infant room, things were fine. But the second she transitioned into the toddler room, everything fell apart. She came home with undocumented bite marks -- yes, bite marks that no one noticed or cared to report. She was sent home in soiled diapers almost every single day. The staff used the wrong diapers, wrong wipes, and even applied diaper rash cream when I had specifically instructed them to use coconut oil. That was never authorized. It felt like my directions as a parent were ignored. The turnover is out of control -- teachers come and go constantly because they are clearly underpaid and unsupported. The director changes so often that there is no leadership or accountability. The classrooms are dirty, the toys are old, and kids are always sick because the place is not properly cleaned. And if that wasn't enough, their billing practices are a complete disaster. Despite my child being on a voucher, they suddenly decided I owed them $4,000 because they didn't process payments correctly for months. Then they had the nerve to demand I pay it all at once, as if their incompetence was somehow my fault. At the end of the day, I pulled my daughter out because I could no longer trust them to keep her safe, clean, or cared for. I put her in an at-home daycare and the difference is night and day -- she is calmer, happier, and thriving. Guidepost Montessori in Marlborough is nothing more than a glorified, overpriced daycare that fails children and families. They are disorganized, careless, and completely unprofessional. I would never recommend this place to anyone. Save yourself the stress, the money, and the heartache -- your child deserves so much better.

I wanted to share our wonderful experience with Kindernest Montessori!…read moreThis daycare, run by Firouzeh, is the only place where I truly felt at peace leaving my son while I go to work. Firouzeh is incredibly kind and professional, always welcoming the children with a warm smile every morning. The rest of the staff are also very caring and attentive, spending real quality time with the kids. They offer so many fun and educational activities, from yoga and music classes to water play in the yard. Unlike many other daycares, they allow parents to stay with their child during the first week, which makes the transition so much easier. My son got used to it by the second week and now goes happily every day! One of the best things about this daycare is their amazing chef -- they provide healthy breakfast, snacks, and lunch daily, so we never have to worry about packing food. Honestly, I can't recommend this place enough -- you just have to experience it yourself

We love Kindernest! The teachers are caring and detail-oriented, and my kiddo is learning so much…read more The food is so fresh and smells amazing, I wish parents got to eat it too.

I have two children enrolled at NCSC and I couldn't be happier. The facilities are amazing…read more Classrooms are large, bright, and well stocked and the kids also have access to a gym, auditorium, and a great playground out back. Coming from a city daycare that was housed in a storefront, we couldn't believe how much space our kids had to run around - rain or shine, they get plenty of activity every day. But more important than the space, what makes this place really great are the teachers and staff - they are truly exceptional. Many have been on staff for 10+ years, and they are all caring, dedicated educators. Everyone from the classroom teachers, to the front office staff, to the handyman knows our kids and says hello to them when we arrive. The teachers come up with the best ideas for projects, and give the kids a great foundation for kindergarten. They also have a great sense for how to help kids with individual issues they are working on. For example, we had a difficult transition last fall, big move, new home, new job and new daycare all at once. My then-3-year-old was overwhelmed and scared to go to her new classroom, which her teachers picked up on immediately. They started giving her "special jobs" like taking attendance and handing out snacks. I realized they were encouraging (but not forcing) her to socialize with the other kids, and as a result, she quickly made friends and adjusted to her new school. Within a week, she loved school and looked forward to going. Last but not least, I love the community service component of NCSC. There is an active parents' group that raises money for special events at the school, and NCSC also has a number of programs dedicated to helping low-income families, teen parents, and the elderly. It makes for a very inclusive atmosphere, infused with exactly the kind of values I hope to instill in my kids. I realize this is starting to sound more like a marketing pitch than an honest review, but I assure you, we are a real family who really love NCSC. We've been at 4 daycares before this one, and NCSC is leaps and bounds above the rest.

I have sent both of my children to FA for the past few years. I really appreciate their focus on…read morethe whole child, their emphasis on play-based learning, and their weekly communications through newsletters with pictures. I have found the leadership to be very transparent and communicative with the families. Truly the teachers love the children so much and they feel incredibly at home. Every time we pass by the center my daughter shouts out "that is my school!" because she is so proud and feels so connected to it.

Our experience at Next Generation in Walpole was incredible. Our son began attending as an infant…read moreand moved up to the toddler program as he got older. All of his teachers were wonderful, caring and responsive. They were very respectful of our requests, and they were all clearly invested in our son. The directors and administrative staff were incredible as well. Our son had some health issues during his time there and I cannot say enough about how amazing everyone was in helping him and us during that time. They became like an extended family to us. They also did a great job with cleaning protocols and managing pandemic-related challenges. The facility itself is clean, bright, and safe. Next Generation Walpole is a caring, supportive, nurturing program where children can thrive, and families are supported.

It's tough to leave your child during the day but I don't have to worry with NGCC. He is engaged…read moreall day long with teachers that adore him, and I can see his updates and photos real time via the app. I don't have to worry about his nutrition (since he refuses veggies at home) and I love that that are continually trying to improve and try different things to ensure a high quality experience and education. Highly recommend.

We are SO happy with Little Sprouts Watertown! Our son has been going since he was 2 months old; he…read moreis now 10 months and he and we love this center so much! Both the previous (Melinda) and the current (Christine) Director, as well as the Education Coach (Janay) have been amazing; they truly care about each and every aspect of their center. Teachers have been nothing short of wonderful so far. Tuition is very competitive for the Boston/Cambridge area, and we couldn't be happier. Our son has a great time, it's always well taken care of, and he is learning so much. Every Little Sprout is different. This location is amazing. It's always hard to find time to write reviews, but we really want to share our experience to help someone else with their childcare decision, because we understand how important it is to find people that you trust.

Very horrible experience. We tried to schedule tour of the daycare couple of times and each time it…read morewas cancelled or no one showed up. One of the other most important things to me from a daycare is the responsiveness and this was absolute horrible. If I could give 0 stars I would.