Growing Seeds Montessori, Reston

It's been years since my original review, and I wanted to add an update. Yes, this daycare is still there, and it is still awesome! In the meantime, we've had one child graduate and move on to Kindergarten. What a graduation party it was! And the Kindergarten teachers (and all standardized tests that come with Kindergarten) agreed that this child was extremely well prepared for Kindergarten in every way. In the meantime, our second daughter has followed in her sister's footsteps, joining the daycare at barely 2 months of age, and has thrived there since like in a second home. So of course I was quite concerned when she couldn't go there due to the coronavirus stay-at-home orders. I needn't have worried. The teachers went out of their way to maintain their relationship with even the youngest children via video-conferencing, and when it was finally time to go back in person, our 2-year-old "mommy" clinger took off towards the daycare teachers at lightning speed. I really cannot imagine a place where I would rather have my little one spend so many of her awake hours. Highly recommend! Original review (from 2017): Our daughter went to this daycare from week 7 on. She started as the youngest and is now the oldest, and throughout that time, she has felt at home here and learned a lot. We are often amazed at the insights she comes home with, from "Thank you for making such a yummy dinner" to "It's getting dark because North America is turning away from the sun." Emotionally, socially, and academically, this is a great place for a child.

Both of my children started attending this daycare at 3 months old, and my youngest still attends. We have seen our children learn so much through this program, i.e., math, writing, etc. but also values and socialization. The teachers and aides care so much for each child and help to nurture them. A friendly home-based environment for your child to learn and grow!