Shady Lane School

Our child started attending Shady Lane School as the first time outside-the-home for care and education. We were understandably nervous, this being our only child and first time selecting a preschool. What followed was an amazing year of growth and learning and we have never been happier about a choice we've made. Shady Lane is a clean and friendly place where kids can feel welcome and involved. We've moved to the other side of town in preparation for starting kindergarten in the fall and I can't help but find the new childcare offerings lacking in comparison. The staff at Shady Lane is a close and friendly group of specialists who sent us an email full of pictures every day. The fenced outdoor playground has just had a major renovations. The location is really convenient for dropping off en route to downtown, Oakland and the rest of central Pittsburgh. It was a 15 minute drive from Lawrenceville each morning. I could drop off with smiling faces on the way to work then on my way home be greeted by a caregiver with news about my child's day. Shady Lane has recently received high-ranking by a state authority. You can feel safe with your child here and they will have good experiences with people who want to work with children. I'll miss Shady Lane and can't recommend it enough! If it's an option you're considering, please go have a visit!

Our daughter completely adored going to Shady Lane (she attended for three years). It is a warm, nurturing, inclusive environment, and even after being in Kindergarten for the past year, our daughter still speaks nostalgically about the school and asks to return to visit her teachers and the administrators. We had an exceptionally good experience there, and I would absolutely recommend looking into it to determine whether it's a good fit for your family.

My son just got enrolled in their pre k program today it seem like it will be the perfect fit. I look forward to seeing him learn and develop here. Thank you Ms.Jody I already love it.