As a new mama, I cannot recommend the East Greenwich Cadence Academy more highly! They have the…read moremost profound sense of responsibility you could hope to find within a daycare facility. Not only are they unfailingly kind and patient, their team is deeply compassionate. As a worrier, I was incredibly anxious to leave my baby for the first time, but they were honest and forthright about their extensive safety measures and fastidious cleaning. And on the first (very emotionally charged day: for me, my daughter was thrilled to meet new people), they were more than understanding and encouraged me to stay as long as I needed. I am so grateful to this team and feel so fortunate that my baby is getting the love she deserves there!

Our infant and preschooler joined Cadence in EG about 6 months ago, and it's been wonderful! All…read morethe staff, including the floats who help out, are passionate, professional, and incredibly caring. We highly recommend Ms. Kim and Ms. Anhthu in the Infant Room and Ms. Taylor in the Pre-K room. They are fantastic! The kids are involved in so many activities that involve art, culture, music, and outdoor time. Leadership in EG is also excellent. It's a well-run place! They have an online portal for communication and daily updates. They supply diapers and wipes and offer meals/snacks. It's certainly a great perk! Thank you all!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Family Tree Learning Center and the incredible impact…read morethat Miss Sherri has had on my child's early learning experience. From the moment we enrolled, it was clear that this preschool was dedicated to fostering a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners. Miss Sherri stands out as a beacon of positivity and creativity. Her passion for teaching is evident in the way she interacts with the children, making each lesson an exciting adventure. She has a unique ability to connect with her students, igniting their curiosity and encouraging them to explore the world around them. Under her guidance, my child has developed a love for learning that I know will last a lifetime. The curriculum at Family Tree is thoughtfully designed to prepare children for the next stage of their education, particularly in our case, for private kindergarten. The entire staff incorporates a blend of structured activities and play-based learning, allowing kids to grasp foundational concepts in literacy, math, and social skills. My child has not only progressed academically but has also gained essential skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and self-confidence. I am truly grateful for the experiences my child has had at this preschool and the invaluable lessons learned from Miss Sherri, Miss Angela and Miss Erica, as well as all of the teachers we have come in contact with. Their dedication and enthusiasm have made a lasting impression, and I feel confident that my child is more than ready for the challenges of kindergarten. If you're looking for a preschool that prioritizes both education and emotional growth, I wholeheartedly recommend Family Tree Learning Center! You will not be disappointed, please know we drive almost two hours round trip, as we live in Cumberland. It was well worth it.

My son has been attending A Family Tree for about a year, after looking at a few places that we…read moredidn't see fit, we met with Erica, one of the owners of the daycare and Angela, the director at the school age location. We could not have been more quick to place our now 3 year old here. They felt like family. He transitioned from the older toddler to early pre-k about 2 months ago and all of the staff were so kind and helpful during this transition. I do not have one single complaint over the last year. Both my son and I love his teachers so much. They are so loving and caring. I would recommend this school to everyone I know. They are so much like our family, I feel safe dropping him off and he comes home so happy everyday. I couldn't be more grateful and happy with my decision to have him attend their school. We wouldn't change it for the world!

My son has attended Wonderkids for the last year. He is 14 months now. He is happy to go there and…read moreis always excited to see his teachers. The staff are just as excited to see him when he arrives and as a mom, that always makes you feel better when dropping them off. Wonderkids is also very accommodating of my husband's changing schedule which I am very grateful for. We have been happy with our choice of Wonderkids as our daycare provider!

If I could give them zero stars I would. The staff is unbelievably rude. Mary Lou is just looking…read morefor her next paycheck, she doesn't truly care about the children. It's hard to find good people to care for your kids but anything is better than this place. You will constantly worry about your children if you send them to this center. Don't waste your time. Save your money and hire a nanny or find a better center. Not to mention everything is seriously outdated! Do better people!!

There just aren't enough good things to say about Tender Hearts. We've had both of my children…read morehere since they were 13 weeks old. My son is now graduating to Kindergarten and is already reading and writing. From the very onset of our time here, we've always felt like the staff loves our children as if they were there own. When Covid hit, we were reassured that our children were safe and they were. Tender Hearts approach was always to be as pragmatic as possible while abiding the Dept. of Health guidelines. We actually tried to move our children closer to home after my husband and I shifted to working remotely and we ended up right back at Tender Hearts because we learned there is no place like it. It's home and I can't recommend it any higher!

My daughter put my granddaughter in Tender Hearts for 2 years.. This establishment is highly…read morerecommended!! Extremely clean and organized ,staff is loving and caring None of the daycares we used were as clean or organized as this one

Affordable, great child care here! Don't let the fact that this day care is in the basement of a…read morechurch steer you away. Building Blocks does a great job with the kids. They have a room for kids 3yrs and younger and a room for older kids but they merge all of the kids throughout the day to play as a group. They have a playground and the day is structured with lots of activities. My daughter loves it here and she loves her teachers. I highly recommend Building Blocks to all families in search of child day care. I'm a huge fan!

Our daughter is currently in her second year at Child's Play. We have loved the that the school is…read moreplay-based and the co-op model has allowed us to witness her experience in the classroom firsthand. Child's Play is such a special community because of the parental involvement. It's so comforting for me to know that my daughter has both incredible teachers and fellow parents in the classroom to support her when I am not there. I cannot stress enough how truly dedicated and experienced our teachers are at Child's Play. My child requires some additional support. Between offering additional resources for her in the classroom to attending IEP meetings on their own time, the teachers at Child's Play have played a vital role in our daughter's growth and development. A maximum of 5:1 child:adult ratio has allowed her teachers to take the extra time with her when she's needed it. We are very grateful for this very understanding, knowledgeable and autism-friendly community.

We feel so lucky to have found Child's Play! We've had kids in the toddler, nursery, and preschool…read moreclassrooms. The teachers are exceptional and incredibly experienced, and the play-based curriculum is just what we were looking for. Being in the classroom as parents is such a unique experience! Most importantly, our kids love it and can't wait to go to school. Can't recommend it enough!

Not a member, but my kickball league rents space once a week and the place is nice and the people…read morefriendly. Plenty of parking and easy in and out. Some unmarked speed bumps on way in, so don't speed.

brought my daughter to swim class here teachers dont know what they are doing had to switch…read moreclasses. then as the teachers back was turned my daughter fell in I had to run and pull here out. the life guards weren't paying attention neither was the instructor worst ymca DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILDREN HERE FOR SWIM LESSONS. WHAT A JOKE DANGEROUS. THANK GOD I WAS THERE TO PULL MY DAUGHTER OUT

There aren't enough characters to detail how instrumental Cadence Academy and their staff have been…read morein my children's lives. We have been with Cadence Academy back when it was known as The Children's Workshop and have been with the Cranston location since 2016. As a single parent, child care - reliable childcare- is a huge component to making things work. Cadence Academy - Cranston is part of my village helping me raise my kids. The staff are extended family who love and support my two kids as such. The classrooms are super clean, bright, fun, really well decorated, safe, and well balanced when it comes to student-teacher ratio. They provide yummy breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks to the kids (even vegetarian options) included in the cost of tuition. Summer camp is very fun and pre-covid lots of entertainment was provided for the kids such as Kona ice on Fridays, Kid Bus, and friends from the zoo coming to teach the kids about animals. Daycare during covid was initially scary but there is no other place I trust to not only watch my kids while I work, but assist with distance learning than the staff at Cadence. As a response to Cranston's learning model this year, Cadence opened a beautiful classroom allowing for virtual learning. Each classroom has a "pod" system so if one person is exposed to Covid, that pod is closed down as opposed to the whole building. My second grader follows the hybrid schedule which means he goes to in-person school two days a week and three days at cadence. His grades haven't been significantly affected by this schedule and his IEP is supported by the staff. Overall, I would highly welcome those who are searching for quality, professional, friendly, reliable, and overall safe childcare to look into the Cranston location. My kids are 8 and 5 and I plan on having them there until they age out. Best of luck on your search!

I would highly recommend The Children's Workshop to anyone in the area. My children have attended…read morethe school for many years. Not only are the Director and staff great, the parents and children are also a pleasure. It's always a plus when parent-teacher communication is open and they appreciate and welcome any feedback from the parents. Any time there have been issues during the day with my child, or I have had any concerns, I received updates from the school and was able to call or email the school and would receive a prompt response. In addition, their curriculum from pre-school age up to school-age is phenomenal! For school age, they separate the kids that have homework and it gives the kids time to do their homework so that you don't have to go crazy when you go home! During the year they hold parent nights where the children can hang out and the parents can do their own thing for a few hours, and also invite parents in for celebrations as well! During the summers the program packs it with so many activities from visiting local pools and beaches to going to museums and parks! The Children's Workshop really keeps my mind and heart at ease while I am at work and they're almost always open!

There are so many programs out there that choosing the write one can be difficult. However, when…read moreyou find the right one, you just know it!! This happened at Stork's Nest Child Academy in Smithfield. My daughter absolutely loved her teachers Miss Victoria and Miss Jessica! She loved going to school and could not wait to see them and her friends. They did wonderful activities and my daughter never wanted to go home or leave early. She learned so much. Miss Celina the director is very knowledgeable and always got back to me right away. Amazing program!

Best daycare experience! All the teachers love the children in their classroom like their own and I…read morefelt like each teacher had their own special connection with my child. Ms. Lori and Ms. Michele took such good care of my son, I truly feel I could not repay them for piece of mind they gave me. After moving out of state, and now experiencing other daycare, I truly can appreciate how wonderful of a place storks Nest is! The teachers continually work each day in the same classroom so that the children see the same faces each day. They can tell you exactly how your child's day went from start to finish because they pay such great attention to the children in their class. My son came home with new words, songs and signs language daily (started daycare at 7 months, left storks nest at 19 months). Nothing in our new state has even compared to the care we got at Storks Nests!

If you're one of the many who have to head back to work with a new baby in tow, then you know…read morethere's nothing more nerve-wracking than placing your brand new darling in someone else's hands. You worry about whether your baby will like the caretaker...whether s/he will like them more than you...whether they will care for your baby as well as you could...and whether they will be kind enough to not tell you that they witnessed your baby's first word/crawl/gurgle/etc. If you're also in tune to the importance of early childhood education, you likely also want to know whether they follow the standards for care and that they are fostering your child's social, emotional, and educational learning and expanding your baby's gross motor skills. Whew. It's exhausting, thinking about all those things...and, as a new parent, I thought of all those and more when trying to decide where to enroll our daughter. A Child's University was seriously one of, if not the, best place we could imagine. Each and every day, she loves going to 'school'. I also love that she can grow there and maintain continuity, as the school goes up until Kindergarten. I have full confidence that she will develop mentally, socially, and emotionally under their watch. They do wonderful craft projects, even with the teensy babies, and every time I pick her up she is happily playing with the various toys or other children - always with one or more of the teachers sitting watchfully. All of this allows you, the parent, to feel good about the fact that your child is engaged all day long. And, while they do have a ton of rules and protocols to follow, I know all are done with safety in mind. The teachers are outstanding. I am not joking when I say that a primary concern of mine is whether they will be sensitive to the conflicting emotion caused by leaving your baby with another caretaker. For that kindness, and for the kindness they show to my daughter each and every day, they get an A+ in my book.

I will start this review by saying - if you're not even sure if you want a kid, but might someday -…read morestop reading, get yourself on the waitlist NOW, and then come back and finish reading.   Every time we talk about moving, I can't bring myself to pull the trigger because I don't want to take my son out of this amazing early learning center, and I have no idea how we would ever find a daycare that compares?!!!  So much stems from the awesome owners, who employ and develop a great staff, and promote a culture of client satisfaction. We are so taken care of here, our feedback is frequently requested.  Any questions I've had, are answered within hours - day or night.  And I have to give Jamie, the Director, major props because not only is she cool, calm, and collected with great communication skills, but she's also fashionable, stunning, and super funny. In addition to the amazing employees and the beautiful and bright space, this is a quick list of what I love so much about A Child's University: *It is accredited - It is extremely difficult to achieve and maintain academic accreditation.  It shows in all levels of the education. Yes, even my 11 month old had a daily curriculum they follow including themes, art projects, science, math, and health/motor skills. *Daily art projects.  Yep, even in the baby room, they do art! *They exceed the state's teacher ratio standards by staffing more educators in each room than the state requires.  Full time educators have their degree. *It's clean.   *They play music entering and leaving the building, and in the baby room. *They use an app that sends push notifications so I know the minute my son goes down for a nap, has a wet diaper, and how much of his lunch he ate (or threw on the floor as the case may be). *They send several pictures daily and have a live stream camera. *They have a nurse on staff daily. *The staff is so loved, and in return they shower our babies with love.  It makes me smile to see all of the love notes and gifts that the teachers received.