The Children's Orchard

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Official Website: Children's Orchard, The
Locations: Multiple see below
Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Adults
Cost: $$

Others to Consider: Once Again Kids, Gently Loved Baby, CampusGrind.com, Kid To Kid, Auntie Erl's Resale Shop

Children's Orchard is a franchise offering a nice selection of previously owned children's clothing generally in very good condition. The stores are organized well, so that it is easy to find the sizes you need.

Be sure to check the Children's Orchard for great seasonal items like snowsuits, coats and boots! Kids grow quickly and you can find some terrific deals on gently used items! Keep your eyes open for notices of seasonal sales and discounts.

In addition to clothing, you might also find toys, games, videos, books and accessories depending upon their inventory.

Hours:
Contact individual store for hours.

Locations

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Billerica	(978) 671-0008	map	446 Boston Street, Billerica, MA, 01821
Brookline	(617) 277-3006	map	807 Boylston Street, Brookline, MA
Danvers	(978) 777-3355	map	139 Endicott Street, Danvers, MA
Milford	(508) 473-3383	map	196 E. Main Street, Milford, MA, 01757
Newburyport	(978) 462-KIDS	map	1 Merrymac St., Newburyport, MA
Norwood	(781) 769-4388	map	1001 Providence Highway, Norwood, MA
Rowley	(978) 948-6600	map	225 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley, MA, 01969
Seekonk	(508) 336-7757	map	20 Commerce Way, Rt. 6, Seekonk, MA, 02771
Westborough	(508) 366-KIDS	map	18 Lyman Street, Westboro, MA

Reviews

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Overpriced,Limited Selection,Rude, Mon 25 Jan 2010

If anyone here likes to shop at consignment stores for childrens clothing, I wanted to tell you where to avoid. I was at Childrens Orchard in Norwood yesterday and had a very unpleasant experience. As I was looking at some clothing on a rack, my 3 year old pulled a few items off the hangers onto the floor. Before I noticed and even got a chance to pick them up, an older man who I can only assume was the owner started yelling at me from across the room to stop my daughter from doing that as the floor is dirty. After I picked up the items (which I would have done as soon as I noticed it) he just stared us down to make sure my daugher was not doing it again. It was a very unpleasant experience and unusual for someone to behave this way in a used clothing store for infants and children. There are many other wonderful children's consignment stores to shop, namely Zoolittle and The Elephants Trunk in N Attleboro, Keeping Pace in W Bridgewater, Merry Go Rounds in S Easton, just avoid this place, they are overpriced anyhow and are a franchise.

Not Too Good A Deal-Westboro, Ma Store, Fri 20 Mar 2009

I recently brought some items for consignment to the Westboro, Ma store and I did not feel that I received an appropriate amount for my items. I brought in some good clothes and also a pair of Red Sox sneakers that retail for $50.00 at Olympia sports. My son wore them only once in the house on the day of his birthday...then he decided he didn't like how they felt. They were pretty much new...also bauer ice skates like new....and the clothes and I only received $17.00. I thought consigners were supposed to receive 30 % of the selling price. When I went back the woman was a bit rude and intimidating....they put the bin up high of my items and said sign here and returned a few unwanted items. I really wish I had reconsidered.

How Insulting! Westboro Store, Wed 4 Feb 2009

I would never go back there. I got a measly $10 for at least 15 -10 items. Like another reviewer said they put the items high up in the bin and you don't know what they took until you check your bag. I had some really nice clothes they took and a lot better than the things I saw in the store. The price they charge and what they give you, I think its a rip-off. Not to mention, the lady wasn't that friendly. I was never so insulted. $10 I felt like saying forget it. But she put my things in the bins and I just said the heck with it, I will take the cash.

Childrens Orchard In Norwood Area, Tue 27 Jan 2009

I found this site and was quite taken back by the experiences I read about the Norwood store. I have been selling to the owner, Rose Marie, for some time and have found her to be very different than what the other experiences paint her to be. Her store is always clean and stocked, and I know she is only doing her job when she tells me she can't take some of the things when I bring them in. She was never rude to me, but sweet and always asks about my two girls and how they're doing. Maybe it's my carefree attitude that allicites a warmer reaction. But I would just like to share an experience that was different shared before. I tend to believe one would seem to seek out this type of review in mostly negative situations! So here is a different take on the Children's Orchard thrift store around the Norwood area!

Norwood Children's Orchard - Never Again, Sun 30 Nov 2008

I purchase hight quality clothing whether it is new or used. I spend a great deal of money in the process. I went to the Norwood Store and I have nothing positive to say regarding my exerience. I have no problem problem paying $12.99 for a Land's End skirt, however, not with spots. When I addressed the issue with the owner he actually yelled in my face, as if I HAD done something wrong. I was horrified by this man's behaviior.... I was screamed at in front of several customers about the fact that he 'WOULD NOT GIVE ME $1 off a &10 skirt that had a STAIN. I promise you I will never shop ther again. With Gymboree Gymbucks I can purchase new items for the same or less amount of $ withouth being screamed at . NOT WORTH THE Money

Children's Orchard, Norwood, Tue 4 Nov 2008

What a waste of time!!!! I waited over a month for an appointment and then they sent me home with 99% of the items I brought in. When I spoke to the woman on the phone she was very rude and I actually considered selling my items on Ebay. I wish I had stuck with my gut! She said she was picky, but really!! I only buy the best for my kids - Osh Kosh, Carter's, Children's Place - and for some reason nothing was good enough. And after looking at the items they had for sale, I'm totally confused. There was some pretty outdated, ugly, worn out stuff there! I spent hours making sure nothing was stained or worn down and it wasn't even worth it. I will NEVER go back there again!! And I will make sure all my friends know not to go, too. You're better off throwing everything in a bag and donating it...at least you'll get some tax money back!

So Quick & Easy No Hassles At All!, Tue 28 Oct 2008

I just brought my kids outgrown clothing to the Children's Orchard in Billerica. A very nice lady helped me carry them to the back for the buyer to review. When she was done (ten minutes tops) She called me back and paid me cash! She then helped me bring my things out front while I shopped. all these years of storing and yard sales, what a find. I will bring anything still in good shape after every season. And I found 2 bags of new things for this season. This is a find!

Rudest People I Have EVER Dealt With!!!! 9/12/2008, Mon 15 Sep 2008

I just called the Norwood location a few minutes ago to find out about selling some of my baby/toddler equipment. The person that answered the phone was very rude. I have never sold clothes to a consignment shop before and was asking her the procedure. I felt like I had to drag information out of her. When I asked if I should just bring my stuff down, she told me that I had to set up an appointment and she then told me to hold. Another lady got on who was even ruder and very abrasive than this girl and seemed to be very bothered that she had to set up an appointment for me (which was not going to be until the end of October). Her attitude was so nasty that I wouldn't ever do business with someone like her. I'm not sure how she even stays in business. In fact, when I was lookig up reviews, I noticed that 2 other people had the same problem with this store.

Childrens Orchard, Norwood Mass, Thu 11 Sep 2008

I recently went to this store to sell some clothes. The woman in charge today, 9-11-08 was the rudest person I have ever had to deal with. Not even a smile crossed her face. The customer service was so lacking that I personally will never grace this store again.

Norwood Employee Gets a thumbs down!!!!, Sun 31 Aug 2008

I recently called the Norwood store to get some information in regards to bringing items in for purchase. The woman I spoke with immediately gave me an attitude. I have never sold to a consignment store so I basically asked what the policies and procedures were. She immediately said, 'I am very picky. I don't take onesies, one piece sets, or socks. I'm also very busy so if you want to book an appt., you'll have to wait until October.' When I said I couldn't wait that long (just lost my job and I have a newborn) she actually sighed at me and said, 'then I can't help you.' I was appalled and will never be back.