Jackie N.
As a parent, you want the best for your child. One of the hardest decisions you'll make is which school they should be sent to. You want their first experiences to be positive, safe and happy. You want to know in your heart you gave them the best base for the years to come. I KNOW I got this right. Sending my children to The Bethany Nursery Group was one of the best things I could have ever done for my children and myself. After checking out the other "preschools" in the area, which in reality are daycare centers, I found BNG. I first learned about the school from other mothers who had their children in a class at the Park and Rec. They raved about the school's program. Once I met Pat Garcia, who welcomed the girls with a big smile and warm "Hello!", and I saw the bright, cheery classroom, I knew this was where my kids belonged. A school is only as good as its teachers. For the teachers at BNG, it's not just a job, it's a calling. Each one, in her own way has something very special to offer and is a wealth of knowledge. I cannot tell you how many times I was concerned about one thing or another and relied on the advice given by Mrs. Garcia. She never made me feel foolish or uncomfortable and I know if I called her tomorrow, she'd still be willing to help. BNG offers so much more than the other area schools. The field trips are great opportunities for your children to learn while having fun. The parties and school events are heartwarming and family involvement is encouraged. There are so many ways to participate, whether it's baking for the family picnic, being a Mystery Reader, working on the Memorial Day float or joining the executive board. (I did all of them!) You'll never be sorry you got to share these special days with your child. If you ask my girls today who their favorite teachers are, they'll say Mrs. Garcia, Mrs. C. and Mrs. Rechi. To this day, I know that the reason my children look forward to going to school is because of the absolutely wonderful experience that had at BNG. These teachers made learning fun and not work. I never imagined what an important roll the school would play in my life and how much I'd miss that interaction with the teachers and other parents when my children graduated. Both my girls have made lasting friendships and so have I. I strongly encourage you to visit the school and see you for yourself how amazing these teachers and this program are. You'll be giving your child the best opportunity to learn at this level and you'll know in your heart you got it right too.