Best Kindergarten Fayetteville Near Me

dennis kinlaw: Absolutely the worst place for developing your child socially and academically. My grandchild attended First Impression grades 1 through 4 before we pulled him out. Unqualified teachers, bad attitudes, teaching skills and curriculum are not suitable for your child’s growth and development. Better off in public schools or Christian school where staff and methods are more normal. Owner of school doesn’t take criticism constructively, instead she defends her staff right or wrong. 4 years at this school nearly ruined our GC. After home schooling, and enrolling our GC in a more appropriate atmosphere at a local Christian school, our GC is back to normal and enjoying life and school. Stay away from this school.

Troy: Wonderful school

Kirstyn Martin: Our kids have learned so much since being at FIA. The level of education they recieve there is outstanding and above other schools in the area. We love the small class sizes and personal feel! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming and truly care about each student.

Anyeliz Perez: I am a proud parent to a wonderful student at this school and I couldn’t be happier. The staff is amazing and the environment for my daughter is welcoming. My daughter loves going to school and absolutely loves the STEM program. She loves that she can do actual experiments in science almost daily. I have read other reviews and I noticed one said that they make you sign a contract stating not to share bad reviews, THIS IS FALSE!!! They have a standard contract for payment, school uniform policy, attendance and discipline. If your looking for a school for your child to excel and learn, then this is the place for you. If you are the type of parent that has issues with having your children miss school then this school is not for you! They follow the state attendance policy and there are to many parents that get angry when their kids get more than 10 unexcused and the school has to legally take action. The school uniforms are Mandatory and have to be purchased from a specific company. This school is about having a structured school setting. This school is not for you if your not devoted to your child’s education and not planning to abide school policy. This school is for devoted parents dedicated to wanting the best education possible and being responsible enough to take their kids to school like they are supposed to.

Katie Terry: Best place for our children. Highly recommend!

Jennifer Quinones: First Impression Academy doesn't feel like a school, it feels like a family. My 6th grader is thriving in middle school the STEM program is one you will not find anywhere in this town or surrounding cities. The hands-on projects, real-world experiences, and level of academics is second-to-none. We completed in regional Science Olympiad and our small school is going to state. I can't count the number of times we were asked; "What school are you guys from!"The children are so close and have created a culture amongst themselves of support, encouragement, love, and respect. Our kids are different, and everyone who encounters them can see it. FIA is committed to character building, self-reliance, respect, and accountability. I trust my teachers; I trust our staff, they will leave no stone unturned. I know my child is important to them and when in school I know, she is in a safe, secure and nurturing environment. First Impressions Academy is truly Fayetteville's little GEM; we are so blessed to be here.

honest review: Very dishonest about the quality of education offered as well as the favoritism.

Kim Nagowski: We have been a FIA family for 4 years. As an educator I know the importance of meeting the needs of all children and that is an area that FIA excels in. If your child needs to be challenged they are and if your child needs extra help, they provide it. The teachers are able to teach the students using creativity since they are not just teaching to a test.The students do take standardized tests from grade 3 on and do well above average because of good teaching at the level of the students.The class sizes are very small, usually 10-12. These small classes allow for the individualized instruction when needed.My daughter loves FIA and even asks to be taken back after appointments. It's now summer and she misses her friends and school.We are excited about the new middle school with a STEM focus (Science Technology Engineering and Math)!

Peter Robinson: The staff at First Impressions Academy is really great with communication. They are always available, attentive, and responsive whenever we have questions about our kids or their progress in school. I recommend FIA highly to our friends and family.

Julianne Ottersbach: This school is phenomenal. We moved here from the public school system and DODea schools, and have never looked back. The class sizes allow for hands on teaching. The intimacy of the environment makes for endless support among the kids--they really build each other up and encourage one another. My children have found a second home at FIA where they have grown into comfortable and confident students. I could not recommend it enough. Five stars is too few.

Mike Reiley: I love their small class sizes and hands on style. Teachers are every caring, comfortable and create a good learning environment.

Christina Holly: Two of my children attend the First Impressions Academy and it is great. The schools academic curriculum is thorough and excellent.

Kali Cain: My two boys are at FIA and they LOVE it! Best curriculum and teachers I have seen. The small family atmosphere is wonderful and my children are so excited to go to school everyday. So happy we found FIA!!!

T Gaskins: for the full review please see YELP the emails are found there.I am including the email exchange with this review. This email exchange is what prompted me to even write the review. The tone, the dismissiveness, the lack of professionalism, the fact that a spot mysteriously opens up once I complain and ask for a refund is all suspect. I want people to see for themselves the kind of administration that runs this school BEFORE you think of enrolling your child. Here's the thing no matter what I feel or complain about the administration should remain professional. The owner would have you believe this is about my child not getting a spot, but this is about a lack of professionalism. After scrambling and by the grace of God, we were able to enroll my daughter full time at another private school.The administration would have you think that this review is being posted from a place of maliciousness and truly it's not. It's not even about the refund. I asked for one they declined and that for me could have and would have been the end of it. However when I shared my disappointment with the process and the owner took it upon herself to dangle a spot that magically opened up (AFTER MY COMPLAINT) in front of me and then inferred that my child doesn't belong at her school BECAUSE she felt some type of way about my email and complaints...this is why I'm posting this review. It's beyond unprofessional, in fact it's down right insulting. We never got the chance to become a part of this school and honestly after this fiasco its for the best. I can only imagine how our concerns would have been addressed.Last let me add there are two people you will interact with Christy Pettit and Teresa Clayton, they make up the administration. You can just see by the email exchange who is professional and who isn't. In retrospect I even recall mentioning to my husband how cold the owner Christy Pettit was when we were introduced during our tour, but I chalked it up to possibly her having a bad day. The emails with her responding lets me know this is who she is. I understand this is their school and they are protective of it BUT there is also a need for professionalism. Based on my experience I wouldn't recommend anyone dealing with this school. I was highly impressed upon first glance but knowing the kind of people who are in the administration office and how they operate...wouldn't recommend.

J R: My child would get injured and they asked me if I wanted them to fill out an incident report... she was 5 months old. Yes, fill out the report that’s your job. My daughter would come home with horrible diaper rash after a few hours there. Dani in infant room 1 is the ONLY good thing about that place. The new director was rude and would never acknowledge my husband. Never going back.

Caitlyn Wiseman: This facility is fantastic. The one on one attention my child gets is clear. Dani and Brittany in the infant room do a phenomenal job making time for each child separately. The class sizes are not large. The babies are only 5 to a teacher. Even though she's so small, my daughter still gets to participate in activities and make crafts. The staff has done so much in helping my daughter develop into an independent little lady. Much of the staff knows my daughter, even though they aren't her teacher. Im not sure what the other reviewers saw but the staff is very friendly, protective of the children and extremely helpful. The facility is neat and clean. I would recommend this facility to anyone who wants a staff that cares about your child as much as you do.

Ruth Sterbach: Terrible customer service from the front desk ladies as well as the director. Would not recommend this place if you want your child to learn well interaction skills. When a potential client ask to view a facility, why would you rudely ask if I've already paid the admission fee. I haven't viewed the facility why would I pay a fee before even touring the location? The location had a dirty smell as well, not anything is want my child around daily.

Teresa F: I am very pleased with this daycare. The staff is amazing. Regardless of what age group a teacher teaches, it seems that everyone knows each child individually. Classrooms have all kinds of centers and the playgrounds are sectioned off into age-appropriate groups. I recommend this daycare to all parents. Location is convenient!

Andrea Bethäuser: Checked it out today, decided against it: very large class sizes, the whole building smelled of dirty diapers and dirty bathroom, and the AC was keeping the temperature so cool that I shivered in my long pants (with 80 degrees outside). The building inside also looked like it could use a fresh coat of paint and new floors.The staff was super nice, but I did not feel comfortable dropping my kids off in such an environment

Audrey Venable: I dunno what was going on, when the previous person was there. However i looked at this place as a potential place to put my soon to be 3 year old and i was pleased. The facility is well kept and everyone i spoke to was pleasant. I looked at all the rooms, because even though my child will be will the older children, how you treat the children is an indication of how you will treat my chlid regardless of age. All the kids, were acknowleged and even in the infant room, if a child started crying it was attended to. Overall i liked what i saw and am going to use it as a preschool for my child. I recommend you check it out for yourself and ask current parents, dont just pass it by based on one bad review. Thats my soap box..