My daughter has been attending Greenwood Heights Playgroup for almost 2 years and we couldn't be more happy. She wakes up every morning excited to go to school and comes home very tired and happy from all the day's activities. Patty and Maya are great - they are warm, nurturing, dedicated and fun. The space and environment are very welcoming and cozy where children feel safe and comfortable. The kids are exposed to a number of activities including music, art and yoga and the group spends time outside at either the parks, playground or their lovely backyard. I love their focus on learning through play and feel that my daughter has blossomed in this environment. She has made some wonderful friends and we've met some wonderful neighborhood parents. I can't recommend this playgroup highly enough!
Carrie
My daughter attended GH Playgroup for the 2013/14 school year and has loved every minute. As parents, we have appreciated the special care and attention that Maya and Patty paid to each child, adhering to the small class guidelines. They incorporated outside instructors for yoga and music which my daughter loved, and also stayed focused on a very play-based atmosphere and curriculum. I’ve heard my daughter singing songs about the days of the week, how to put on her mittens and some oldies but goodies we learned in Girls Scouts! They seem to have a steady variety of art projects going on, make trips to the playground on a regular basis and have a variety of toys and activities for the kids. The program is organized well, communications from Patty and Maya are direct and timely and its a great way to prepare your little one for future schooling. We wish we had known of GH Playgroup for our son, and feel very fortunate our daughter has attended.
"My grandson has been at GH Playgroup for almost 2 years. What we love most about it is the warm, individual, down to earth approach of both caregivers. He knows that he is truly loved and appreciated by them. "
Peggy Shorr
I just wanted to put in a good word for this sweet little playgroup. My daughter, now 3-1/2, has been attending twice a week for the past 7 months and we couldn't be happier. Patty and Maya are lovely teachers, very responsive, and great with the kids. We had zero transition time; my daughter liked it from the very first day. She does creative art projects, gets music and yoga classes, and lots of playtime. It is a warm, small-group setting, as well as a professionally run business -- a wonderful resource for the neighborhood!
I'm writing to let people know about the above playgroup. Our 2.5 year old daughter is currently enrolled there 3 days a week from 8:30-2:30 (we bumped her up from the original 9:30-12:30 as she dropped her nap recently), and she just LOVES it. Its been a great experience for us all having her come home so happy with her crafts, pictures, and her talk of yoga and music class, of the 2 wonderful teachers, Patty and Maya, and of all the friends she's made there. Patty and Maya are so loving and provide a safe and stimulating atmosphere. There are the activities I mentioned, plus a big backyard where they go and play, and a playground down the street that they head to in warmer weather as well. I'm writing to recommend it because a) we've had such a positive experience there, and b) because I think I was internet surfing for 2's programs when I found this and I'm not sure how well-known it is. Oh, and it is a true find, at only $10/hour, too! This time last year, we were set on getting a co-op situation going with neighbors and friends, but the scheduling was tough, and we decided to put Hazel Greenwood Heights. I'm so happy we did. They also hold a two and four-week summer camp that our daughter will be attending this summer too -- we are sure after a few weeks off, she'll be so dying to get back!
Carrie
My daughter attended GH Playgroup for the 2013/14 school year and has loved every minute. As parents, we have appreciated the special care and attention that Maya and Patty paid to each child, adhering to the small class guidelines. They incorporated outside instructors for yoga and music which my daughter loved, and also stayed focused on a very play-based atmosphere and curriculum. I’ve heard my daughter singing songs about the days of the week, how to put on her mittens and some oldies but goodies we learned in Girls Scouts! They seem to have a steady variety of art projects going on, make trips to the playground on a regular basis and have a variety of toys and activities for the kids. The program is organized well, communications from Patty and Maya are direct and timely and its a great way to prepare your little one for future schooling. We wish we had known of GH Playgroup for our son, and feel very fortunate our daughter has attended.
"My grandson has been at GH Playgroup for almost 2 years. What we love most about it is the warm, individual, down to earth approach of both caregivers. He knows that he is truly loved and appreciated by them. "
Peggy Shorr
I just wanted to put in a good word for this sweet little playgroup. My daughter, now 3-1/2, has been attending twice a week for the past 7 months and we couldn't be happier. Patty and Maya are lovely teachers, very responsive, and great with the kids. We had zero transition time; my daughter liked it from the very first day. She does creative art projects, gets music and yoga classes, and lots of playtime. It is a warm, small-group setting, as well as a professionally run business -- a wonderful resource for the neighborhood!
I'm writing to let people know about the above playgroup. Our 2.5 year old daughter is currently enrolled there 3 days a week from 8:30-2:30 (we bumped her up from the original 9:30-12:30 as she dropped her nap recently), and she just LOVES it. Its been a great experience for us all having her come home so happy with her crafts, pictures, and her talk of yoga and music class, of the 2 wonderful teachers, Patty and Maya, and of all the friends she's made there. Patty and Maya are so loving and provide a safe and stimulating atmosphere. There are the activities I mentioned, plus a big backyard where they go and play, and a playground down the street that they head to in warmer weather as well. I'm writing to recommend it because a) we've had such a positive experience there, and b) because I think I was internet surfing for 2's programs when I found this and I'm not sure how well-known it is. Oh, and it is a true find, at only $10/hour, too! This time last year, we were set on getting a co-op situation going with neighbors and friends, but the scheduling was tough, and we decided to put Hazel Greenwood Heights. I'm so happy we did. They also hold a two and four-week summer camp that our daughter will be attending this summer too -- we are sure after a few weeks off, she'll be so dying to get back!