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Greenwood Forest Children Center

Preschool · Cary, NC · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%84+58.2Reliability 31%93+28.6Experts Score= 87Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#26 of 80 daycare centersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 68%
4.9 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · 1 photos
93%five-star reviews
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2025latest review

Greenwood Forest Children Center at a glance

Google reviewers rate Greenwood Forest Children Center 4.9 out of 5 based on 28 reviews, highlighting the staff's warmth, educational quality, and culturally inclusive environment. Parents frequently praise the facility's cleanliness, large playground, and effective communication regarding daily activities and child development. While most feedback is positive, one recurring criticism involves scheduling conflicts with pickup times and a reported deterioration in communication when addressing specific behavioral challenges.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 28 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 28 Google reviews (24 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 30, 2025.
  • Service: Daycare Center serving Cary, North Carolina.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Star ratings

28 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2693%
  • 4 stars14%
  • 3 stars14%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 24 written reviews

  • Praise2589%
  • Complaints311%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1243%
  • Would recommend518%
  • Quality & results414%
  • Honesty & trust311%
  • Communication27%
  • Speed & response14%
  • Price & value14%

What customers talk about

We read 24 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “It's nice to have a non-religious, culturally inclusive preschool option.”
  • “We would absolutely recommend them to everyone.”
    “I cannot recommend Greenwood Forest Children's Center enough.”
  • “We just enrolled our son in GFCC and they have exceeded our expectations.”
  • “…ve nothing to say other than GFCC has exceeded my expectations and I trust them without the slightest hesitation with my son.…”
  • “This school has excellent communication and everyone is so friendly and welcoming.”
  • “He didn't even cry the first day and was excited to go to pre-k the next day.”
  • “We live about 35 minutes from the school and the commute is totally worth it for the school.”

People customers mention

  • Kindergarten 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

DustinLocal Guide · 101 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Great job. It's nice to have a non-religious, culturally inclusive preschool option. It's held at a church campus but they go to great lengths to not just avoid recruiting but celebrate the traditions, cultures, and religions from around the community.

JoelLocal Guide · 43 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

We just enrolled our son in GFCC and they have exceeded our expectations. You can tell instantly that the staff is highly educated and full of love and warmth. Our son went from hating school and being sad and overwhelmed all day to looking forward to going to school.

StefanieLocal Guide · 69 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I cannot recommend this place enough. I toured and researched almost 20 preschools (yea, I'm THAT Mom) before I found GFCC. But as soon as I walked in, I knew we were in the right place. I just wish I had found them sooner, because 1 year was not enough. This place is the epitome of welcoming and nurturing. All of…

maria14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

We love this preschool!! My son love everything about it, he is about to start his third year here and my 1 year old son will start this year too. Director and teachers couldn’t care more about kids and families, this preschool is like home for us!

Christian1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I have so many wonderful things to say about Greenwood Forest (GFCC)! I have no hesitations about leaving my son in the care of the GFCC staff. We are going into his third year of enrollment and I’m constantly amazed at how much he has bloomed and what he has learned in his time there. The teachers are absolute…

Jenae7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

We have been at GFCC for two years now and will go back for the third year. We have been incredibly happy with our experience at GFCC. The staff are all very caring and know my child by name. The playground is large and my child really enjoys her time outside. The activities change weekly and we enjoy the time and…

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 28 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Dustin CoteLocal Guide · 101 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dustin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great job. It's nice to have a non-religious, culturally inclusive preschool option. It's held at a church campus but they go to great lengths to not just avoid recruiting but celebrate the traditions, cultures, and religions from around the community.

Joel EnglehartLocal Guide · 43 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We just enrolled our son in GFCC and they have exceeded our expectations. You can tell instantly that the staff is highly educated and full of love and warmth. Our son went from hating school and being sad and overwhelmed all day to looking forward to going to school.

Ian GibbonsLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our experience with Greenwood Forest began positively. The teachers are very caring and the director worked with us to accommodate needs particular to our circumstances. There is a lot of good at this school. Unfortunately, the relationship began to deteriorate as our child presented behavioral challenges in the classroom, prompting more inquiry from us, as parents. Our requests for meetings to better understand what was occuring in the class, and questions regarding behavior incidents, were met with defensiveness, dismissiveness, and a lack of empathy. As a former educator of 10+years, I met with hundreds of concerned, emotional, even angry parents. I maintained positive relationships by listening empathetically, focusing on solutions, and never taking it personally. When their most valuable possession is in your care, parents deserve nothing less. I will credit them with doing the best with our child, who they cared for. It was the difficult, but necessary, conversations with adults, that either went unspoken, or needed improvement. I hope that the staff at Greenwood Forest has reflected upon our experience with a sense of accountability. Our character is measured when the going gets tough, and in that regard, they have room to grow.

Stefanie MenardyLocal Guide · 69 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stefanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I cannot recommend this place enough. I toured and researched almost 20 preschools (yea, I'm THAT Mom) before I found GFCC. But as soon as I walked in, I knew we were in the right place. I just wish I had found them sooner, because 1 year was not enough. This place is the epitome of welcoming and nurturing. All of the teachers and staff are amazing, but if you're lucky enough to have Mrs. Lisa, then I know you're in good hands. We will miss this place so much!

maria delgado14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews maria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We love this preschool!! My son love everything about it, he is about to start his third year here and my 1 year old son will start this year too. Director and teachers couldn’t care more about kids and families, this preschool is like home for us!

Christian Howell1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Christian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have so many wonderful things to say about Greenwood Forest (GFCC)! I have no hesitations about leaving my son in the care of the GFCC staff. We are going into his third year of enrollment and I’m constantly amazed at how much he has bloomed and what he has learned in his time there. The teachers are absolute gems, the administration is attentive and personable, and the whole school feels like a community. I love that my son is exposed to things that I can’t expose him to on an everyday basis, especially other cultures and traditions. We live about 35 minutes from the school and the commute is totally worth it for the school. I could not have asked for a better fit for our family!

Jenae Delayen7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jenae has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We have been at GFCC for two years now and will go back for the third year. We have been incredibly happy with our experience at GFCC. The staff are all very caring and know my child by name. The playground is large and my child really enjoys her time outside. The activities change weekly and we enjoy the time and effort the staff puts into each classroom experience. We would absolutely recommend them to everyone.

Marci Fenton10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marci has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My child LOVES to go to school here. Communication and support are great. The director knows all the children and has activities throughout the year. The teachers love their students like their own. It is safe and secure; clean and tidy. I’m so glad I chose GFCC.

Zarifa ZakariaLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Zarifa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our daughter went to the 2s T-Th class last school year. She loved the teachers there. They had amazing activity plans. Teachers seemed to genuinely care about the kids. Classrooms were very clean and they seem to follow all hygiene protocols. Teachers shared photos of all kids activities end of the day. Overall, it is a great school where there is always something fun going on!

Stacy LundbladLocal Guide · 36 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stacy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We love this preschool. Large playground with building surrounding like a fence. My 1 yo is in the youngest class. Shes had a lot of separation anxiety. Ms Tiffany and Ms Sara, her teachers have been great at accommodating what we need to help her. Ms Elizabeth, the director, is welcoming, greets each kid, and constantly helps in classrooms. She sat with daughter several times during her adjustment period.

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