Akron Area Preschools

Hi, K.,

My son attends the Spring Garden Waldorf School in Copley. They have Pre-K through 8th grade. It is a wonderful school! Ny daughter will start there in the autumn.

The community is very nurturing and caring. The children are encouraged to play and use their imaginations. They spend a lot of time outdoors. They spend their days singing, listening to stories, baking, and modeling with beeswax. When you walk through the halls during the school day, you inevitably will hear music, and you will see the beautiful artwork hanging on all the walls. It's the kind of school I wish I could have gone to when I was a child.

There is an open house on Sunday, April 5th, if you are interested in learning more. From 1 - 3pm. You can talk to teachers and parents, (I will be there, too) and explore the classroom. You can also check out the website www.sgws.org for more information.

I highly - HIGHLY - recommend it.
Blessings, J.

My son goes to Kindercare in Cuyahoga Falls. He LOVES it. He has been there since he was 18 months old and just started their preschool program. The teachers have been the same since he started. He has moved to different rooms and teacher but all the teachers in his old rooms are still there and he is now 3. I wouldn't send him anywhere else.

My daughter went to Community Christian Preschool. It's on Cormany Rd. It's right off of Manchester Rd. It is an excellent school. They really pack a lot into the morning. You can send your child for 2 days or three days/week. Last year, 2 days was $88/month, 3 days was $135/month. The preschool is from 9-11:30, but they can stay longer or all day if you are willing to pay more $$$.

They are very good with the kids. My daughter loved it. They have different programs throughout the year, and a lot of opportunities for parent involvement. I definitely recommend this school for your son.

I know they begin accepting applications in March, so you might want to call for a tour if you're interested. I believe it's $50 to hold a spot for next year.

I agree with Laura on the Goddard Schools. I was all set to get Kaitlin into the location in Green when I lost my job...so I didn't have a need for preschool anymore :( The gentleman who owns the Green location still sends me emails of tuition specials and special events...just in case I find another job! There's also a location in Hudson on 91 at Terex, by Joann Fabrics corporate office. Good luck! Oh, I also looked into the University of Akron's preschool, taught by the educatino students because I was in the running for a job at the university (but didn't get it). I REALLY liked that program too, and everyone was VERY nice.

Contact Karen Marinos of The Goddard School. ###-###-####. Visit www.goddardschool.com. I know Karen from a business networking group and the Chamber of Commerce. She is amazing, and what she shares with us on the curriculum and special events she has with the children is unbelievable. Tell her L. Palmer told you to contact her. She will take great care of you, meet with you and give you a tour. She has two locations, one in Fairlawn area and one in North Canton area. All the best for you and your son! L.