I highly recommend TBC over many other daycares in the area. Other daycares pride themselves on…read moreplay with no curriculum. TBC does an amazing job incorporating fun and play into structured, educational activities that help child grow socially, cognitively, and mentally. They have interactive activities all day in and outside the classroom. The building is immaculately clean and safe. I know my child is cared for by the amazing staff who are so friendly and personable. The owners are so kind and educated in early childhood development and education, I can trust them with my child and have no worries. The tuition is worth every penny to ensure my child is ready for kindergarten.

After 7 years and two kids, I'd say I'm pretty happy with the value and quality of care my two…read morechildren have received. In the little kids building (Greenfield Hill), 9/10 teachers were attentive, considerate and patient -- both my sons learned a lot and made lots of friends. The in-school field trips were awesome, and I appreciated the time to volunteer. At Villa, we had the same positive experience. The owners and managers responded to concerns I've expressed about safety on numerous occasions, and both kids learned to potty train pretty much because of the head teacher at Villa (Miss Emily). Would I change anything if I could? That's a hard question to answer because I haven't been to any of the other daycares in my area (other than tours). It would be nice to have a smaller student-teacher ratio, but for what we're paying, we really can't complain. I'd recommend TBC to any working parent in FF or surrounding areas.

Our two babes have been at Children's Academy since September and we have been thrilled with our…read moretransition. The kids are happy to go to school, they have developed strong relationships with their teachers, peers and administrative staff. My three year old comes home teaching us new songs (affirmation song, months of the year, days of the week, etc). The staff is attentive to the kiddos needs and go ABOVE AND BEYOND with their thematic weekly units with developmentally appropriate activities (sensory bin, open-ended play, show and tell, keepsake worthy arts and crafts). These are memorable learning experiences that will set the foundation for their educational career. Oh and did I mention they get to play outside because there is an outdoor space? The staff is always looking for ways to create positive learning experiences for the kids (i.e firetruck came to the center, farm animals, Halloween parade, etc.) They are also VERY receptive to feedback. We are so grateful for Children's Academy. Special shout out to: Ms. Nancy, Ms. Rebecca, Ms. Angel, Ms. Tiara, Ms. Monica, Ms. Safia, Ms. Gabbi, Ms. Lindsay, Ms. Kate, Ms. Laura for taking such great care of our babes as if they were your own.

Having already been to Almost Home, Cadence Academy, Wilton Montessori, Ridgefield Montessori and…read moreeven a daycare in New Hampshire with our two eldest, we were daycare pros by the time we sent our 3rd to Children's Academy (at somewhere about 4 months I believe? #thirdchild). We've had positive experiences almost everywhere we've been, but never so much help, support and consideration for working parents. The sheets, laundry on site, keeping frozen bottles and communal bibs made things sooooo much easier for this full time working mom of 3. And it was great to have a digital log of the eating and diaper changes. We hope our youngest will be able to be a drop in some day!

My son has been in the infant room at Country Kids for about 9 months now and I cannot say enough…read moregreat things about his caregivers and the directors! Rozetta, Felicia, Chris and Diane are all amazing with my son, caring for him as if he were their own. My son smiles from ear to ear on drop off and on pickup he is giggling and trying to blow kisses. He is a very active boy and still somehow they manage to keep up with him! He has flourished while under their supervision and is even starting to walk early.. They are on top of safe sleep and AAP recommendations for illness, introducing solids and overall feeding so I never have to worry (especially as a first time parent). They have a 3 to 1 ratio in the infant room which is better than anywhere else I've seen. I toured many facilities before choosing Country Kids and am very happy with my decision, as is my son. Additionally, they have handled everything from COVID-19 to a week-long power outage this year with great leadership and clear communication. They are taking health safety very seriously and I have been very happy with the steps they've taken to keep our kids safe.

I wish I could give them zero stars. I sent my children to…read moreCountry Kids for a year and a half. Unfortunately, Cadence Education purchased Country Kids during that time and turned it into an incredible mess. I am aware of 4 other kids in my children's classroom who switched to the Goddard School in the last month. These are my reasons for our switch and why I would NEVER recommend Country Kids Cadence Education. 1. The Cadence administration does not care about the teachers and some of the teachers seem extremely unhappy. It felt upsetting to leave my children with a teacher who seemed visibly angry and unhappy. The head teacher for my children often did not say hello to my children when they arrived or acknowledge they were dropped off. She seemed extremely stressed and upset on a daily basis - not a great fit for a room full of three year olds. I do not blame this teacher since it was clear she was not being supported by the Cadence administrators running the school. On one of our last days, she was the only teacher in the room at drop off with approximately 15 children and she was on the phone trying to get help from someone in the office. 2. The teachers repeatedly complained to me that they do not have the support they need from the Cadence administration to properly take care of the children. There are not enough floaters so kids can't be taken to the bathroom if they have an accident. On 2 occasions when my 3 year old had an accident. I was called by the teacher and asked to come to the school due to not having a change of clothes. When I arrived, there was an available change of clothes and my child had been sitting in her soiled pants since the call was made 30 minutes earlier. The teacher informed me that the office was not answering her calls for help, they did not have enough teachers to help my child get cleaned up, and that my 3 year old should be able to clean herself up after an accident. 3. They are unable to retain teachers as employees. In a three month period, four teachers that my children were familiar with quit and told me they were leaving due to how awful Cadence treated them. On our last day at Cadence, a teacher confided to me that Cadence has recently hired a high school student who did not seem qualified for the job. 4. From age 2 until 3 1/2 my children switched rooms 3 times. The teachers in each of these rooms never helped my children to clean their faces (or guide them how to clean their own faces) properly after lunch and my kids would have food all over their faces each day when I picked them up at 5:30. This meant they had ketchup and other grime all over their faces for hours while they slept and played. 5. The teachers repeatedly told me that my children's room was supposed to have direct access to a toilet in the room and mentioned it was against the state guidelines that they did not. 6. The teachers and administration do not communicate with the parents about upcoming events like parent-teacher conferences, theme days, or if my kids took a nap or anything specific about their day. All communication about a child's day is copied and pasted for each child in the room and no individual details about my children were shared through their app. 7. When we decided to stop daycare with Cadence and move them to Goddard, Cadence assured me of the final amount I would be charged. They then overcharged me and have not provided me with a refund or a final accounting. Speaking with anyone by phone or any of the teachers is a constant chain of blaming each other and then blaming the overall administration. Due to these issues, I strongly discourage parents from sending their children to Cadence's Country Kids in Brookfield.

We just attended my significant other's granddaughter's graduation from.HVWS, and her 5 years there…read morehave been remarkable. They teach empathy and encourage creativity, along with covering everything a young person needs academically to succeed at the next level.

I was exposed to Waldorf education many years ago as my daughter attended the Waldorf program in…read moreGreat Barrington, MA. When she made the transition to "normal" high school -- she was more than well prepared and flourished in arts, math, and science. So I was thrilled to attend the recent 8th grade graduation of her daughter from HVWS. The ceremony beamed with the vitality, humanity, artistic breadth, and deep caring that make Waldorf education what it is. Seeing this next generation so prepared to move to the next phase of their lives was deeply inspiring. I am witness to the value that Waldorf education can bring, and Housatonic Valley has it mastered. I couldn't recommend this institution more highly.

Donna is exceptional!! My son has been at Kids Kastle since August 2014. You don't have to be…read morearound Donna for too long to realize that she truly loves what she does. My son was already blowing her kisses after our first introduction meeting. She is always upbeat and finds creative ways to teach my son new things. Her experience comes through in the way that she teaches my son and what she teaches him. I am particularly impressed with the tools she has given him to express himself - instead of just being frustrated because he can't do something, she taught him to say "Help, please" - how appropriate! He says it all the time when he needs our help. She is very responsible and we feel so comfortable with our son in Donna's care!

My husband and I cannot say enough good things about Kids Kastle!! We had been looking for a…read moredaycare provider for our son for months and months until we finally came across Kids Kastle in February 2014 when our son was just 18 months old. It was truly a BLESSING that we found Donna-she is just what we were looking for in a daycare provider. Her loving attention to the children was apparent the first day I met her, and our son took to her immediately. She is full of energy and dedication to the children and it is very obvious that she loves what she does. My son often protests when my husband or I go to pick him up after a day at Kids Kastle because he doesn't want to come home!! Our son's development really skyrocketed after he started going to Kids Kastle-talking, self-help, manners, socialization with other children, etc.-we couldn't be happier-it is very obvious that he gets loving attention and opportunities for learning all day long at Kids Kastle. My husband and I feel so at ease by knowing that our son is in a safe and positive environment and is provided with more enrichment and learning than we could have ever imagined he would recieve at a daycare. And Donna is just such a genuine, caring person and has been such a joy and pleasure to work with. Anyone who chooses Kids Kastle as a daycare provider for their child/children will not be disappointed. HUGE praise for Kids Kastle!!!!

We have had a great experience with CELC. We have been here 2 years with our first child and plan…read moreto enroll our next one as well. Friendly and patient staff. Kids are smiling whenever I'm there and my kid has learned so much.

I absolutely love Cornerstone Daycare. The teachers provide safe and nurturing environment for the…read morekids, my daughter loves Ms. Jackie and I love how Ms. Jackie sends me pictures and keeps me updated through my daughter's school day. My daughter looks forward to going there every day to see her friends (which includes her teachers), play and learn. I am absolutely amazed at the progress she has made from when she started part-time and now she goes full-time because she loves it so much. She has developed great social skills and is learning a lot. I would recommend it to any parent looking for a great daycare

I am so happy I signed up my child for this learning center in Wilton! It has been amazing so far…read morefor both of us! In terms of my child I am so glad she is receiving the day to day activities that help with sensory, hand eye coordination, and self esteem. It is SO important. I love receiving the photos throughout the day assuring my little is safe and happy. My child comes home happy and leaves the car so excited to goto "school". In terms of a parent, I feel that the sanitation system is very helpful. I love how communicative my child teachers are. They tell me pretty much everything that goes on with my little and it shows me they care; and are paying attention! I would recommend to any family who is looking for a center for learning and helping a young mind learn.

Both of my children attend Building Blocks and I love it. Miss. Anna and Miss. Kathy in the baby…read moreroom are amazing. They helped my little girl develop so well. Miss. Yaicana was so patient and loving to my son in the tiny tot room.

My daughter has attended Nitzan for the last 2 years. She has had an extremely positive experience…read morethere and we plan to send her for the remainder of pre-school . Her teachers have always been extremely warm, welcoming, calm and reassuring. My daughter had previously attended a different school and would cry at every drop off and while she cried at first at Nitzan, I always knew she was being well cared for and she quickly became excited about school. She has learned so much while there. The play-based program is ideal for learning and exploring. My daughter is allowed to explore through art, reading, singing, dancing, building, and outdoor play. I love that all her art is 100% her (not a teacher created project)! Yes, this meant when she was 20 months, it was often scribbles on paper but now at 3.5 years old it's amazing to see the transformation. It is great to watch her being nurtured in a way that encourages her develop her own skills and own interests in a natural way. I am impressed at how her exposure to things at school through play has led to retention of so much. In addition and extremely important to me, my daughter, who is a bit more of an observer, has developed friendships and organically has developed her social skills without pressure through the positive, nurturing environment that Nitzan provides. I would highly recommend Nitzan for anyone looking for a warm, positive learning environment for their children!

Both of my toddlers went to Nitzan nursery school for summer camp and they loved it so much we are…read moresending them for preschool as well. The days are active and fun, the staff is engaged and very accommodating. I highly recommend this school!