Out of all of the excellent area schools, both private and public, we chose Friends School…read moreHaverford (FSH). Initially, we were drawn to the play-centered learning approach for the younger children, however, there was so much more from which to benefit. The teachers and staff consider the whole child, their social, emotional, and intellectual development. Guided by Quaker principles, the community is at the heart of its mission. The children are taught to discover and appreciate the uniqueness of themselves and others. I always feel informed with weekly updates, class newsletters, and monthly breakfast meetings with the principal. Lower student-teacher ratios increase children's engagement and allow for individual needs to be more easily met at FSH. Hearing my child say he loves school is the way it should be for all kids!

We have been apart of the Friends School Haverford Community since 2018. Our son joined FSH in the…read more2nd grade. Over the last four years we have witnessed his growth both academically and socially. The relationships that he has developed with the teachers, staff and his classmates has help to mold him into a kind, intelligent funny kid. As parents we too have developed long standing friendships with the parents of FSH. FSH not only poured into our sons life but ours as well. The Griers

Our daughter has attended Play and Learn Bryn Mawr since January 2018 and so far, we have had an…read moreoverwhelmingly good experience here. Susan, the director, has been very responsive and accommodating, and our daughter's teachers are loving and involved. I have found the building and outside area to be clean (the playground area is awesome), and I will echo one of the other parents that the teachers in the other rooms go out of their way to engage with parents and children who are not even assigned to their rooms. There is a nice sense of community here. In particular, Miss Saamara in the Cuddlebug room is outstanding. She is incredibly warm and sweet. Our child had some issues with separation anxiety at first and Miss Saamara would take her and walk her around the room while holding her, showing her pictures and talking to her in a soothing voice as I left. I would often pause for a minute outside the room to make sure my child stopped crying, and Miss Saamara always had her calmed within a minute or two. Now that she has adjusted to her classmates and teachers, our child is always happy and barely notices when we arrive to pick her up - she would rather keep playing! One of the other things I really liked about this program is that most of the teachers have been here much longer than other programs: 5-15 years. That made me very comfortable that the director knows the teachers well and that they are in this career because they love what they do. The reason for the 4 out of 5 star rating is that we have had two minor issues here, but I feel that these has been handled well by the teachers/director and were positively resolved. (a few late arrivals by a teacher which caused me to be late to work and one incident where I picked up my daughter and she had developed a high fever but I was not called. The teachers had not noticed due to it being about 80 degrees out and the children were outside playing.) Overall, I felt these incidents were minor and I felt the teachers and director responded quickly and appropriately to my concerns. I think that as we get more time under our belt here (we have only been enrolled 6 months) and no further issues arise, I would be very comfortable amending this rating to a 5 star.

My almost 2-year-old has been at Play & Learn Bryn Mawr for over a year now and we're both very…read morehappy with this center! The director is always responsive and the teachers are caring, with many holding degrees in early childhood education. My daughter has grown and learned so much at her time "at school" and comes home saying new words and signing new signs and singing new songs almost every day. Most days she wants to keep playing when I come to pick her up. I've recommended this location to other friends looking for child care centers - we're happy with our decision to go with P&L in Bryn Mawr and look forward to our daughter continuing to grow and learn throughout her time there. There is a wait list so I'd suggest checking it out and getting on the list as soon as possible.

Bright Minds formally known as Kids Clubhouse is one of the main lines best kept secret. Unlike the…read morelonger engrained and well known schools in our area, Bright Minds opened in 2019 and we are fortunate to share that we are their longest tenured family to date. Our now second grade son started preschool beginners there pre covid, they handled covid protocols so smoothly barely any hiccups days off or risk throughout all of the years going through peak covid times. They have not only sent my son to Kindergarten beyond prepared and ready to excel but my daughter now who is about to graduate this year and go to K next year is writing already and excelling in all of her skills. We can't believe how much she is learning not only academically but also socially. Miss Luci is an incredible hands on director. The teachers have all been there for years like barely any turnover. They are trul tremendous and deserve every recognition.

Stopped by for the Saturday play time during 10-12. Facilities are modern and very clean. This is a…read moregreat spot for kids 2+. Everyone takes off your shoes and you can place it in a cubby. There are three main play areas. A gym, one for older kids and one for younger kids. All the floors are padded, which is great! Tons of toys and activities and will be definitely spending more weekends here during a wet/cold Saturday.

My children have attended the center. I cannot say enough good things about the program. Most…read moreimportantly, I know that my child is safe and loved. The bonus is that they come home every day having learned something new. Thanks

Figured I'd post a review since I wish there were reviews when I was looking for them. Bottom line…read moreis, among other centers in Bryn Mawr, this is probably a better one just because of large rooms and fairly small number of children in those rooms (as compared to Cambridge school in Baldwin where those kids are like sardines in a can). But that's about it. The teachers were not engaging, every time I dropped my kid off, sometimes as late as 9.15am, they were yapping with each other. Every time I came to pick up, again even as early as 4.30-5, the kids were playing on their own while the girls were chatting. When they actually did circle time, I'm not sure. Apparently there was a time because my child learned Apples and bananas song in one year! And in comparison to our new daycare, the kid has mastered sooooo much: songs, letters, numbers, games, space, anatomy - you name it. I believe the 3 year olds had a nice teacher, we would always peek in their room and get jealous of the kids that actually do something. And I think the infants teacher knows what she's doing, but 1 and 2 year olds - you'd be better of to keep looking, preferably outside of a Bryn Mawr if logistics allow. Unless they switched up the teachers and got some that actually care about kids.

My husband and I knew after only a few minutes that this was the place for our children. The…read moredirector and assistant director met with us and gave us a tour and we loved their kind and gentle manner. The classrooms are impecable with a balance of learning toys and fun toys. They understand that kids while it is important that they learn their ABC's also need to have fun, explore and create. The Positive Discipline Method that they use has made such a difference for our family. They truly are partners when it comes to raising your kids. They hold monthly meetings on different subjects which has helped us reinforce at home the same principles that they use in the classroom. Our daughter had a few "rough edges" when she entered school this past fall and 9 months later she has become a warm, loving and caring little girl. They have hosted seminars like "How to stop yelling at your kids" which my husband and I both attended. I can't praise this school enough and the teachers are A+++.. The classroom size is small enough so that all the children feel important and appreciated. If I were to sum up the main reasons I love Central Nursery school it would be that they emphasize the fundamentals that children need in order to become considerate, kind, and confident young adults, as well as, prepare them academically for kindergarten.

CNS is an amazing schooling experience for both Kids & Parents. I'm glad that my son was 3 year old…read morewhen he started going to CNS and we really felt the difference since he was going to a different playgroup school before. Thank you to all the CNS Teachers and Principal for providing their expertise and crafting generation next in a amazing way.

My daughter was enrolled at new gulph for a bit over one year. We chose new gulph because I went…read morethere as a child and we had very high hopes. Reality set in after a few months when we realized our expectations were nowhere near reality. Without getting into the details, we were very disappointed in the quality of the care our daughter received. I'm not surprised the daycare has since closed.

We've had our daughter here for 9 months now and have not looked back. She's been previously…read moreenrolled in other 'corporate' daycares in the area and the difference is just tremendous. The teachers alone have been employed there for for decades and every time I walk in there, they're actively engaged with the children. Food is provided so we literally drop our kids off in the morning with no preparation needed and pick them up in the afternoon. My life is sooo much simpler! The parents at this school are actively involved in the running of this facility so you know they care. There is just no question in my mind whether or not I've placed my child in the best environment in the area.

As a new mom it is so hard leaving your child. We cannot be happier with our experience and the…read morememories our children have made. They were beyond prepared for Kindergarten! We will miss CG and all the staff.

I can't say enough good things about this facility. What it comes down to is a staff that really…read morecares. All of the teachers are so wonderful and caring and the kids love them. The Director, Marissa, is extremely hands on and involved in every level. Every time I come in she isn't at her desk but in one of the class rooms jumping in and getting involved. They are always super flexible and work with me on anything I need or any changes I have come up. I couldn't recommend this facility more -- and I do recommend it to everyone!

Do not recommend this place for first time daycare kids…read more Neither the teachers nor the director is prepared to handle new kids. Will let the kid cry it out in their chair starting from Day 1. No compassion showed towards kids, nor the ability to teach kids. They can only handle daycare ready kids. So if your kid is new, be prepared to pick them up by 10am, since the crying new kid is disturbing the other children. Also, have backup child care, since the school can remove the child with no notice whatsoever.

We've been with Wayne Early Learning Center since their first day through our kids graduating (they…read moretake infants through PreK). Can't say enough about the great care that Miss Alice, Miss Katie and the team provided for my kids. Especially through the pandemic creating a safe, clean and fun environment for all. Weekly themes and activities. Don't think they promote as much as they do for the kids such as bringing in external music, drama and sports programs, holiday shows, family days, and summers filled with daily fun activities including Monday guests like petting zoos, magicians, ice cream and water ice trucks etc, sports days, fun house/water slides and field trips to places like the zoo, aquarium, legoland and so much more. Also a great community of families that attend too. Check out their FB page to get a glimpse of some of the activities and energy. If you're in the Oaks area, they have a sister school that is also great and has been around for some time! We spent a summer there prior to WELC's opening!