The Ballard KinderCare is a great location. I have two daughters that have been going to this…read morelocation since the infant room (2012) and we couldn't be happier. The teachers truly care about our kids and our kids love the staff (even with teacher changes which is expected in this environment, they hire great staff time and time again). The curriculum they offer at each age level is perfect. The daily sheets were always nice to get when the girls were young so we were able see what was going on. The sheets also gave us a place to start dinner conversation with the girls. Now, they think they just get to "play" all day but little do they know they are learning - love it! The other thing that our family likes about KinderCare is the flexibility. We certainly pay more for this flexibility but when you have a job that fluctuates on a regular basis it's hard to depend on one person and some locations you pay for your spot no matter what - here I'm able to take the girls when I need to and it's nice; I don't have to stress over paying money for time I'm not using but know I can count on them when something comes up and I have to take them there last minute. All of these things combined are great but the most important is that our kids are happy and healthy and that gives me the ability to go to work knowing they are in good hands!

This center is amazing! Have been thoroughly impressed since day one. Our daughter has been there…read moreover a year now. The teachers are amazing and they spend lots of personal time with each child. Our daughter loves her teachers and friends. She gets sad when it isn't time to go to school on the weekends. I would recommend this center to anyone.  Every family and child is made to feel they are most important ones. The center is run with a professional but fun atmosphere. One of the best examples I can give of how amazing the center and teachers are is one day when our daughter couldn't find her blanket. No less than 7 teachers and both the director and the assistant director helped us look for 30 minutes until it was found. Simply above and beyond! I have never once seen this center in any shape other than impeccable cleanliness. It's amazing how well maintained it is. It has been a joy to watch our daughter flourish at this center. We look forward to many more great years here!

Kids Care has been an awesome place for my child. She started going there since she was 4 months…read moreold and she loves it there! She has lots of friends and has really bonded with all of the teachers there. It's wonderful knowing I can take her there and go to work knowing that she is ok and being well taken care of. They do such a good job with the children. The owner, Mary, is so personable and friendly. They are very communicative with the parents. They say it takes a village to raise a baby. Well, I think of them as my village. They have been a huge to helpto me and have been able to answer so many of the questions I had as a new parent. I would highly recommend this place!

Great school for those in need of flexibility while earning their degree. I love this school, and…read moremy instructors have been awesome.

This is an amazing preschool that allows children the freedom to choose their own work, while…read moreproviding specialized instruction for their level. Children are able to work beyond their typical age level and explore at their own pace. At the same times, the teachers have special education back grounds so they are able to provide extra help and ideas for students who learn in different styles. Having ages 2.5 - 6 year old inthe same classroom fosters a love of learning and teaching in children. My son gets so much out of learning from children close to his own age rather than an adult. Montessori also prides itself on respecting the student and providing an environment where children learn to self direct and work independantly. Children learn to respect one another and take responsbility for their own learning. Independance is a key factor to Children's House. My 2 year does dishes on a regular basis, can sweep and mop floors, and even clean windows. These are all skills that I would not execpt of a 2 year old and yet Montessori has taught me that children are capable of doing all sorts of things for them selves. "I can do so many thing, all by myself" is sung regularly in the classroom. Contrary to popular thought, Montessori does expect children to learn certain age appropriate lessons. Instead of a typical classroom, the children are given work assignments (3 for example) but they have a choice of which to work and for how long. All that is expected is that at the end of the work period, they have worked on all 3. The children learn to self direct their learning and there is never a child sitting around "not doing anything." If a child is having a tough day, the teachers work hard to help them through it. The school also has Kindermsuik, a Library Reader, and even a Yoga instructor! The kids run their own garden in the spring and fall. They plant and take care of the garden themselves. It truly is a wonderul school. You should check it out!

Always had issues with this school. Majority of faculty are unprofessional and only a few are…read moreawesome

I have enjoyed taking many classes at FVTC as a non-traditional student. My latest experience has…read moreleft me a little unsettled. Buyer Beware! I just enrolled in a non-credited class on-line. In order to make a credit card payment I was directed to "PayPass" which I assumed was the same as "PayPal". Much to my surprise I was charged a $3 service fee. I called FVTC to ask for a refund of the fee and I would pay by check or another way using my credit card. The customer service person said it was too late. This is a fee that goes directly to the PayPass company as a way to pay for the credit card processing services. FVTC does not incur any credit card processing charges. Am I wrong...is this actually an added cost to take a class. Instead why not be honest and add the cost to the registration fee. Full disclosure of the actual fee's charged to take a class at FVTC. I feel bad for the students who have limited funds and you are charging them additionally to pay by credit card. Instead include the cost of paying by credit card as a higher registration fee and charge less for those paying by cash or check. This lets the students decide which is the most affordable way to pay. Pam

I can only talk about the one teacher we have dealt with (Ms. Walby). My DS10 has the most amazing…read morepiano teacher. She is nurturing, calm yet firm. A very good fit for him at this stage in his piano education. She is also fairly flexible and accommodation with reasonable requests. Very supportive and encouraging. We were lucky enough to find a spot for piano since at that time, there was this long wait list. However, since we were able to come in during school hours, we were given a piano slot! The staff at the Academy are friendly and nice. The atmosphere homey and non threatening. My DS loves his lessons at the school and it was the right decision for us to place him here. I think the rates are reasonable as well and they do have some sort of scholarship too that they give out.

Management is poor. They will fire you without notice. Have a backup job if you decide to work here.read more

We have been with WI Swim Academy for 5 years! All three of our girls are still in lessons. Our…read moreoldest (7) stays in because she loves it so much and continues to learn new things. The team is caring, knowledgeable and the small class size (2 students) is fantastic.

We have trusted Encompass Cornerstone Center on Broadway with our two boys for over five years…read more The staff continues to treat our boys as family and the facilities are impressive!