All my children attended MASD, including one who did all 12 years in the district. Overall, this…read moreis an excellent school district on the smaller side so it's more personal and the teachers and staff have the ability to know each student and family. Downsides include all the struggles of smaller districts, including the selection of AP and other advanced courses, dominating personalities you may not like, and of course, resource allocation you may not agree with. This is a sprawling, rural district so your child may sit on the bus a very long time. STEM teachers are stellar. Focus overall is still on education.

When we moved to the area, it was the top priority to find a great daycare for my sons. LH has been…read moresuch a blessing to my family, and they treat us like we are part of their family. The teachers are fantastic, the programs are challenging academically, but fun, and everyone I've met here has been so kind. I can't say enough wonderful things about this place. My oldest son is in the kindergarten program here, which I highly recommend. The class size is small, so he gets more personalized attention, and Miss Kasey is the best. He has learned far more than I could've imagined at his age!

My son attended Kindergarten last year at Little House, and we were thrilled! Not only was the…read moreeducation that he received there amazing, but the overall experience was second to none. They make you feel just like family. We had just relocated to the area from out of town, and were unable to find pre-K, which was my goal, but after finding Little House, we opted to put him in a 4 day Kindergarten program instead with the intention of doing Kindergarten again the following year at Mars. What he learned in that year of 4 day half day Kindergarten FAR exceeded what he is learning this year in Mars kindergarten, sadly. His education was amazing, he thrived in math, and made so much progress in every area. We just loved it. We are keeping our fingers crossed that our now 4 year old can go there this year!

Books for kids. Points for not being a big-box retailer; more points for specializing in books for…read morekids of all ages. Busy Times Book Store is a good place to visit. It's a cute little store with kid-size shelves and a kid-size table in the back of the store. Most of the books are the same kind found in school reading programs so there's minimal worry about kids finding reading material that's over the top inappropriate. Toward the front of the store was one bookcase that had offerings for adults -- maybe to keep the adults occupied while the kids have a bookstore all their own to explore. Nearby were a few games and jigsaw puzzles. They also offer tutoring -- an appropriate added service, it seems. On the back wall were some miscellaneous craft supplies which seemed a bit strange in a bookstore, but I suppose that might make it a one stop shop, too. I'd stop by here again, if only to round out the gift list from my friends whose kids never seem to have enough, or the right, books.

Books for kids abound, yes, but classics are there for adults, and the owner is happy to order…read moreanything you need. Great quirky gifts too: unusual notebooks, handmade items. Owner is delightful and will help you track down just the right thing.

An Amazing School and Truly Special Community…read more Cheswick Christian Academy is truly an exceptional school, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about it! What makes this school so special is that you are treated like a person, not a number. Unlike many large public schools where it can be easy to feel lost in the crowd, at CCA, everyone knows you, cares about you, and genuinely wants to see you succeed. The teachers are absolutely amazing. They don't just teach lessons, they take the time to know their students, understand them, encourage them, and support them. You can tell that they truly care about each child and their future. The relationships that students build with their teachers and classmates are something incredibly special. The entire school feels like a giant family. Everyone looks out for one another, and you know there are people you can rely on and count on when you need support. It creates an environment where students feel comfortable being themselves, asking questions, growing, and becoming the best version of themselves. And the education goes far beyond academics. CCA provides students with the opportunity to grow academically, personally, and spiritually. The Christian foundation and spiritual guidance are such an important part of the experience, helping students develop not only their minds but also their character and faith. If you're looking for a school where your child will be known, valued, encouraged, supported, and loved, CCA is truly something special. It is so much more than just a school, it is a community and a family. I would highly recommend Cheswick Christian Academy to any family looking for an outstanding education in a caring, supportive, Christ-centered environment!

Not sure where the other review is coming from as our experience with Cheswick Christian has been…read morenothing but positive. Tried another local "christian" school, very disappointing experience the second year full of unreasonable homework demands, militancy and an unwilingness to discuss a teacher's issues with an open mind. Cheswick Christian not only fills the education requirements, but that of Godly love and understanding. Our daughter is much happier at Cheswick Christian!

We walked around a little bit on campus yesterday and it's a beautiful campus full of greenery…read moredespite being in the middle of the city. There's a bunch of affordable food options on Forbes Ave and around the area on S Craig St.

So...my daughter will be attending University of Pittsburgh in the fall of 2026 and we are all…read moreexcited. What we are not happy about is the University's Ship2Pitt program. The Ship2Pitt program allows students to ship 4 boxes of their belongings to the school for free, which is awesome...EXCEPT IF YOU LIVE IN HAWAII OR ALASKA, OR ANY OTHER US TERRITORY THAT'S NOT PART OF THE 48 CONTIGUOUS STATES!!! It is going to be expensive enough in order to get everything we need in order to get our daughter there, for example, airline ticket and now shipping cost for her belongings. I called University to ask about this policy and the reason they won't service Hawai', Alaska, or other territories is because they can't guarantee that the boxes will get there on time or get there safely. Guess what folks...UPS, FedEx, USPS can't 100% guarantee that boxes being shipped from the contiguous 48 states will get there safely and on time! University of Pittsburgh needs to service all the United States to include Hawai'i and Alsaka (last I checked they were still part of the USA) and other territories or take the Ship2Pitt program away entirely! This is discrimination based on geography!

This school was an absolute dream come true! We spent seven years here - all three of our daughters…read morewent here, and loved every single minute! It is such a family atmosphere, and our girls learned to love school because of their time at FDC. My husband and I attribute the wonderful start they had at FDC to their continued success in and love of school. They have even remained friends with a number of the kids they were friends with from preschool, even though we go to a different school district than most of the kids. And all of the girls, even our 5th grader, still love to come back whenever possible to say hi to their teachers who meant so much to them. This school holds a special place for our family, and we cannot say enough wonderful things about the teachers and the environment they create for young minds and hearts.

This preschool is wonderful! My husband (an educator for 45 years) selected this school for our…read moregrandson because of the caring teachers and great curriculum. The children have so much fun learning and they have many opportunities for enrichment through field trips and creative programs in addition to the school day.

Amazing daycare! The staff is caring, professional, and truly treat the kids like family. My child…read moreloves going every day, and I feel so confident knowing they are in a safe and fun environment. Finding a daycare you can fully trust is not easy, but A Place To Grow has truly exceeded our expectations. I would recommend them to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and enriching environment for their child.

After five incredible years with A Place To Grow, I can wholeheartedly say this has been one of the…read morebest decisions we've ever made for our family. From day one, it was clear that this wasn't just a daycare, it was a second home filled with warmth, care, and genuine love. The staff are exceptional, nurturing, patient, and truly invested in each child's well-being and development. Our children were not only safe and happy, but constantly growing, learning, and thriving. The balance between structured learning and play was perfect, and thanks to the strong foundation they built here, both of our kids transitioned into kindergarten with confidence and curiosity. We especially appreciated the consistent communication, thoughtful updates, and open-door approach of the teachers. We always felt informed and supported. Leaving APTG is bittersweet, it's hard to say goodbye to a place that has been so special to us. If you're looking for a daycare where your child will be truly seen, supported, and celebrated, A Place to Grow is it. Erika Mom of Jake and Elin

My daughter started school at Garden Montessori in 2018- I couldn't be happier with the progress…read moreshe has made. The teachers are amazing and so dedicated to your child's success. Truly love this school. Our son will be attending with our daughter this year and we are so excited to see his progress as well. Children thrive here!

My son (Jack) has been at Garden Montessori for four wonderful years. I have been so impressed by…read moreGarden's many philosophies. They truly consider the needs of each individual child. During each stage of Jack's development, the staff worked with us (parents) to ensure that they were maximizing his potential. They strive for personalized excellence, and in doing so, Garden students have the unique opportunity to learn about their passions. For example, Jack is especially interested in the solar system. The knowledgeable and Montessori-trained teachers provided specific (solar system!) opportunities which allowed him to nurture this passion. Jack is so proud of his working knowledge of the solar system, and I strongly believe that is because he was provided with stimulating work related to this passion. Jack has also matured socially, and I credit Garden for this. He has developed a strong sense of justice (one of the many virtues that Garden instills), independence, curiosity, and kindness. While only in kindergarten, he is already an advanced reader, completes complex math problems, and loves to learn. I believe that this love of learning is essential for children to continue on to traditional school methods and beyond. We are so grateful for the incredibly gifted staff at Garden. They are attentive, empathetic, and knowledgeable. Every day I drop Jack off at school, I know he is in good hands.