Schools near Berea, OH

“It was just a little confusing where we were going exactly & my husband works for the BCSD ! But we got to where we needed to go . Carol Mansell was great on helping us get me on my husband's insurance because as of the end of April I will not have any & I need it for my Medical issues . my job where I was just up & closed the doors & company no warning no nothing Worked on Monday & on Monday (4-10-2023) at 9:45pm I received a EMail that said I & all other employees were out of a job ! Carol was so great & made my getting on the Insurance fast & easy as well !”

“Both of our children attended Young Explorers in North Ridgeville. We loved every teacher they had, the facility is clean, bright and happy. Our kids thrived in the environment and learned much more than we could have imagined. The teachers loved and cared for our children in the best of ways. They have a wonderful app that they fill with information and photos each day for communication and updates. We have been incredibly happy at the school and we’ve been there since it opened.”

“I love the staff and the facility. I’m well informed from naps to pictures and food entries. The love and support is amazing. My child is thriving even in her challenge's The communication and support is amazing. I highly recommend being here.”

“We moved our son so he was closer to me, however within a few (long weeks) he returned. He is happier and can't wait to see his friends,teachers and Ms.Holly everyday. We have our happy, loving,sweet boy back. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Holly and all of her amazing staff.”

“My daughter has been going to wishing well the past 2 years, we absolutely love the whole staff. Elaine is especially fantastic and really makes sure she gets to know your kiddo and family. Will be sending my other two when they’re old enough! Definitely would recommend bringing your littles to Wishing Well, strongsville!”

“The team work is crazy here! Such a clean, and welcoming environment! We treat the kids as our own! We strive to have each child succeed in their own ways! What an amazing daycare, everyone including the children feel so loved! The communication is absolutely wonderful! Would recommend to anyone!”

“We have had such a great experience here! My daughter loves Miss Michelle and all of the other teachers. Everyone is so kind. My daughter has learned a lot and I feel she is better prepared for kindergarten now.”

“As a parent, nothing is more important than knowing your child is safe, loved, and growing every day—and that’s exactly what we’ve found at KinderCare. The care, attention, and dedication the staff puts into creating a nurturing environment is truly something special. Our daughter absolutely loves going each day, and that’s largely thanks to the incredible teachers she’s surrounded by.

? Ms. Kailey – Her energy and patience are unmatched. She has a natural way of connecting with the kids and making learning fun. Whether it’s a creative craft or a fun activity.

? Ms. Desi – We are so grateful for the warmth Ms. Desi brings each day. Her calm and caring demeanor gives our daughter such a strong sense of belonging in her room.

? Ms. Elaine – Ms. Elaine is simply a gem. She has a magical way of making everyone feel special. We are thankful for the kindness she brings to every interaction.

We are so thankful to have found a center where our child is not only cared for, but truly seen and celebrated. Thank you to the entire KinderCare team for helping our daughter thrive.”

“My daughter was SO prepared for kindergarten after attending Goddard. Scott and Kathy Collins run an amazing program here and the teachers are fabulous! I would highly recommend sending your littles here!”

“We cannot say enough great things about Primrose. From day one, we have always felt that our children are truly safe, loved, and cared for. The teachers and staff are incredibly accessible and welcoming, you are always greeted with a warm hello, and it is clear how much they genuinely care about each child.

Communication has been excellent, and there is a wonderful sense of consistency. The staff truly knows our children, and any concerns we have ever had have been addressed immediately and thoughtfully. Dropping our kids off each day gives us complete peace of mind, which is priceless as parents.

Our son has been attending for over three years, and our infant has been there since birth (now 8 months old). We have watched both of our children grow, learn, and build strong relationships with their teachers, and it means everything to us.

We truly feel blessed every day to have such wonderful care for our children and would recommend Primrose to anyone looking for a nurturing, supportive environment.”

“Enrolling my son at The Goddard School has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made as a parent. From day one, the entire staff has gone above and beyond to create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Their passion for early childhood development truly shines through in everything they do.

Over the past year, my son has grown in so many ways — academically, socially, and emotionally. He’s become more confident, curious, and excited about learning, and I give full credit to the incredible teachers and staff who pour their hearts into every child. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to keep children engaged while also fostering creativity, independence, and kindness.

The Goddard School feels like a second home to him — so much so that he’s genuinely sad he can’t be there all the time! That speaks volumes about the love and care he receives every day.

If you’re looking for a school where your child will be celebrated, encouraged, and supported every step of the way, I can’t recommend The Goddard School enough. It’s more than just a school — it’s a family.”

“We have been so pleased with our experience at Goddard in Rocky River. They excel at all of the important things - safety, care and communication. The teachers are wonderful, the staff is helpful and responsive, and the facility feels safe and welcoming. Our kids are happy to be at the school with the friends they love and teachers that truly care about them. Highly recommend :)”

“Love this place! They were so willing to work with my daughter and understood that kids are kids and they don’t always have great days. Paige & her staff has been absolutely phenomenal working with my daughter and working with me on payments. Definitely recommend!”

“We could not be more happy with our decision to send our daughter to the Co-Op. The classes are small, and the teachers are absolutely phenomenal. They truly care about these kids. As parents, you have a unique advantage of being as involved as you'd like to be in the activities and committee ongoings. If you're looking for the perfect preschool, this is it.”

“Kids First is an asset to the OF community. While facilities are older, the staff and general morale are wonderful. The staff are kind, attentive, and approachable. Childcare is hard and under appreciated, despite this the staff work hard to make every child feel seen and loved. Our experiences with Amy, Jayden, and Shelby have been great. Our son has learned so much academically and socially. Communication from Kids First is clear and consistent. I love the Procare app they use to share photos, meals, and bathroom break throughout the day. We are looking forward to continuing through their daycare and preschool in the coming years.”

“My grandson had been badly hurt at another Center. My daughter and son in law were very nervous, to say the least, to try another one. They are a young family and we all have full-time jobs so the 2 children need to be enrolled. When they found this AMAZING center we were all put at ease, and at peace seeing how well cared for our babies were. The kids adore their teachers, and all their friends. Seeing my Daughter and son feel safe again, not to mention myself (a very overprotective Nonna) has been an incredible experience ❤ Thank you to this WONDERFUL STAFF for all you do...IT IS BEYOND APPRECIATED”

“I have 2 children there for over 2 years. I don't agree with any of the negative 1 star posts. I've only seen positive results with my children, and an engaged and experienced staff. Highly recommend this daycare.”

“When my oldest two children went to this school it was great, I absolutely loved it. By the time my third child went there it was a whole different management. My youngest went there for 4 days then they decided to kick her out because she did not fit in. Mind you, this was a 4-year-old and it was her first ever experience in a school setting. They couldn't even allow her to get used to the new environment or get settled down. They told me she needed to be evaluated for, I'm not even sure what exactly but reassured me that she was accepted at a preschool that dealt with children with disabilities and special ed. However, I quickly learned that that was all a lie. They never did any of it. When I took my child to the school they suggested I was told my daughter was perfectly fine and she just needed an exposure to a school setting. My daughter had to miss six whole weeks of what should have been her first experience of preschool before she was accepted and enrolled in a whole different School. Now she is in kindergarten where she happens to be one of the three top students of her peers. I will never forget the pain I felt. When my two oldest went there I've seen them deal with kids that had serious behavioral issues and were never kicked out or held accountable But my daughter, the one that couldn't sit still but did not cause any other problems was kicked out without a second thought.”

“Meec is absolutely the best. my daughter attended the speech summer camp and the staff is absolutely the best. they take pride in there work and are amazing with the kids. the speech therapist would let me know what they did for the day and how my daughter did. the teachers are wonderful. everyday they give you a daily report what they did for the day and how the kids did for the day. All the teachers are wonderful meec is absolutely the best.”

“I have been very pleased with Bethesda Child Care. The staff is caring and always makes an effort to engage with my children in an individualized way. The center is clean and well-maintained, with plenty of space for activities and learning resources. My children really love the outdoor play area, it is spacious and safe. During the summer camp and school year we can’t get them to leave!

All the teachers know kids in each grade and are welcoming and kind. The teachers and directors are fantastic at communication and they plan wonderful events for the children and include events for families to attend.”

“We’ve been at Kids First for just over a year now, our little one is 19 months old. We have been so happy with the care, teaching, and genuine kindness & love they show our kiddo every day.

As a working parent, one of the hardest parts is not knowing what your child is doing throughout the day — we are so grateful for the app they use to keep us updated on feedings, diapers, daily activities, and—most importantly—photos. I also love how easy it is to message either the front office or the classroom and always receive such a quick response.

We truly feel lucky to have found such a nurturing and safe environment. Thank you to the entire team at Kids First Strongsville!”

“Wow! This school is everything I (as a first time parent) could have ever asked for AND beyond! My preschool-age son has never been away from me, and I was so worried to let him go off to school. But after a long search for schools I came upon Creative Playrooms Westlake (CP-W). From my first phone interaction, to my daily hellos when I drop off my son, everyone there is so kind, caring, extremely responsive to my needs as a parent AND especially to my child's needs. The teachers are some of the kindest and most understanding/sweetest people you can wish to look after your children. Seriously, we parents leave our children with strangers when we drop them off at school, but here at CP-W, it feels like dropping them off with caring family. Also, let me just say the administration and everyone at the front office are fabulous. They listen to my concerns and all the details about my son's demeanor and instantly put me at ease...always willing to work with me on scheduling toward the best outcome for my child. I couldn't recommend them harder to anyone if I tried. Everywhere I go and get asked about my child's school, we both proudly say Creative Playrooms-Westlake because we want everyone to know how great this place is..... absolutely, hands down, the best environment for my child's first school/care center. Don't go looking anywhere else folks....stop in, and see for yourselves (and bring the kiddos so they can feel it out for themselves)...they and you will love it!!!!!”

“There isn't enough words to describe how incredible this business is. My daughter who is now 7 has been going to PLL since she was 2 years old. I cannot give enough credit to the wonderful owners and teachers who have helped her grow and develop over the years. The curriculum is top notch. I cannot recommend PLL enough!”

“I’ve had three kids attend SK and they are like family. Everyone is friendly and engaging with your kids, making them all feel special. The teachers are great and it is a cozy environment like you are at home.”

“I have experienced quite a few daycares with both my kids but this one is by far the most compassionate, caring, knowledgeable, and fun i have seen. The staff is phenomenal and the changes that have been made recently have upped the experience by even far more than my expectations. I am beyond thankful for everything they do for my son.”

“We love everything about Discovery World! Especially how much are kids love it. My daughter looks forward to seeing her teachers (jumps up and down) and her friends. They have really brought her out of her shell.”

“I have 2 kids that attend Little Critters and they absolutely love it. I personally love the way that the staff always communicates with and involves the parents in the activities and planning of events. They work really hard with the kids and do such an amazing job.”

“This is a very clean and well run facility. The kids always seem to be engaged in fun activities. The ratio of children to teachers is also very good. I highly recommend it!!!”