I'm not even sure where to begin. The owner sure knows what to say to make you believe this place…read moreis magical when deciding to send your child here. It's very quickly you realize after that it's not going to be the case. Don't send your child here unless you want to be nit-picked to death. Our FIRST problem started with a stye my son got on his eye and she made me bother the doctor for 3 doctors notes for, all saying the exact same thing with different wording, she just likes to make you jump thru hoops for her own fun. Next was my son not being fond of the taste of her tap water, and us making a simple request to send him with bottled water instead to which she told us we would then no longer get all of our snacks and meals included (which we pay for in the HEFTY monthly tuition) over WATER. I'm sorry for wanting to make sure our child is hydrated. You will be bombarded by emails miles long. She likes her "rules" one of those being not to take "too long" to say goodbye to your child. And by her standards in and out in her own "5 minutes time" simply is still too much time. Even tho you have a list of things they expect you as the parent to do before you may leave, answer 10 covid questions, temperature check, wash hands, take off coat but don't dare take a minute to say goodbye to your emotional 4 year old before you leave for the day. Apparently coming from a loving home is a punishment. That was our final straw. Oh and enjoy constantly having her throw up removing you for any and every LITTLE thing. This woman makes mountains out of mole hills. I'm convinced she only wants to keep security deposits and that's why she literally makes you want to leave the place. On our last day she ran down former employees making insane accusations about them. She ran down past parents (to which I'm sure we have joined the club) and set me up to "feel bad for her" so that I would be quiet and let go a situation that should've never happened in the first place. don't even get me started on how she kept our belongings for two weeks after we left instead of giving them to us on our last day. Again making you jump through the most absurd hoops. So parents beware. She is short staffed, and seems to be running a day care not a preschool since her toddler teacher has now left. So glad to be off this roller coaster and in a much kinder, considerate and compassionate place!

Rebecca's Learning Center (RLC) was a distasteful experience for me. One of the early red flags was…read morethe fact that, even though the parking is limited, there is a strict 10 minute drop off allowance. If you miss your assigned window, you were instructed to call RLC and you were given a new drop-off time frame after everyone else, which could be over an hour later. I have a 3 year old, who may not be as cooperative in the morning as an adult, and I work in the hospital setting; I can't be late... this was very stressful! Interaction with the owner Becky, also caused heightened stress. I felt I was always walking on eggshells with her and knew I had to agree with all new policies and procedures or my child would be removed. I felt as if I could never even engage in an open dialogue regarding any concern or issue. This included, when the staff wrongly communicated Michigan State law regarding children and their course of antibiotics. Another glaring red flag was/is the overall health policy that requires an absolute 24-hour symptom free child. Any little sneeze or cough required the child to be excluded from RLC; we are talking about toddlers and young children. More than once, we were instructed to pick our child up due to sniffles that had suddenly developed within the first hour of arrival at RLC. I expressed concern regarding the upcoming allergy season as my child suffers from seasonal allergies. During our time at RLC, there were many blatant red flags, I could go on for pages. The bombardment of paperwork that required initialing and or an email response indicating comprehension and agreement, was never ending. As a working parent, in all honesty, I did not have time to thoroughly read and question each new rule. I needed daycare for my child. There appears to me to be an underlying hostile interconnection with parents. In addition to the massive late night, chaotic emails which required careful reading and investigation to determine the actual purpose, our child was dismissed without cause hours before we expected RLC to provide daycare. There was no phone call from Becky. We were instructed to communicate through the attorney and not expect our personal property to be returned to us for 2 weeks, again through the attorney. My experience makes me wonder, if Rebecca's Learning Center is truly the caring, award winning environment it proclaims to be, shouldn't that carry over to parent relationships as well? I would stay far away from this daycare/preschool, this stress was overwhelming.

My 4-year-old son attended Morgan's Early Learning Center for almost 3 years and it's always been a…read morepositive experience. Recently, I made the unfortunate decision at the start of the 2019-2020 preschool year to try out Stepanski Early Childhood Center across the street. I cannot tell you what a huge mistake I made by doing that. I qualified for the Oakland County's GSRP state-funded program based out of Stepanski, so free tuition. At Morgan's full tuition was paid. Like the other reviewer mentioned, sometimes you get exactly what you pay for when it's free or low-cost. (If you're interested in seeing photos of what can happen there, feel free to shoot me a private message. Posted my photos to Google believe they were flagged + my review was taken down.) Why the switch? Over the summer of 2019 Morgan's informed parents they were being bought out by another company. The timing was 'ideal' to try a new center. We all know how some corporate takeovers go...potential policy changes, staff turnover, and suchlike. My son was also set to transition into the preschool-level classroom there at the start of Fall 2019 *and* there was potential to save money at Stepanski. Everyone can stand to save a little more money, right? Well, not at the physical expense of your child. Don't do it. Don't do it. Don't do it. And no, I did not just stutter. ESPECIALLY if you have court / judgment-issued custody parameters that are not cut + dried (if you're divorcing, factor this in BIG TIME) and the potential of court officials who think your concerns do not hold water and your ex trapped you by design. 2 months of negative experiences at Stepanski will be ignored + trump nearly 3 years positive experience at Morgan's (or another center of your choosing). It makes no sense to me, but BE WARNED if you're in a similar situation. Let my mistake be your lesson. If you're the type of parent to freely invest in your child and are not a if-it's-free-it's-for-me individual, make that investment at Morgan's. The location on Hatchery Rd + Airport Rd should be on you daycare / child care center research list if you live in Waterford Township or nearby in Clarkston, Michigan. I have never felt that my son was in danger at Morgan's (and I am *always* on high-alert). You always get a heads up phone call if something has happened that they think you should know about or seems off (not some surprise on a piece of paper and on your kids' person at the end of the day). If you are running extra late, haven't called, and your child has not shown up by 10AM, they will reach out to you (gotta love a sincere welfare check). They also don't default to lazy app messaging use. But if one were used, I am sure Morgan's would be sensitive to how they should use them + triage the messaging accordingly. Staff make an effort to connect + know your name. I don't know if they are trained to say, "Hello!" or "Have a great day!" when passing parents in the hallway or upon leaving as a condition of employment, but it's always a bright and cheery scene 95% of the time. AMENITIES: They have a large outdoor play space that is sectioned off for younger kids and older kids with plenty of space to roam, summer Splash Days, book fundraisers, pizza day, holiday party days, IdentiKid events + picture day. The classrooms are spacious, clean, and well-stocked with toys and educational items. You often see staff actively cleaning, too. But daycare is daycare and germs are germs - it's part of the territory. They "make" you store nap items in giant Ziplocs. Not like the Bad Place across the street that must throw them in a heap and hand them back to you loose at some point down the road. Morgan's allows you to customize scheduling within reason or availability: 1/2 days, p/t + f/t weeks. One area where Morgan's can use some work: their marketing. The 2000's-looking website and Facebook activity could use an upgrade and focused content creation plan (here's looking at you Corporate Takeover Company). One thing I don't think they are doing a good job at is letting everyone know how good they are + how much they offer. Maybe move onto Instagram, too (I know that I am barely on FB anymore). Being more active with posting holiday 'we're open / closed' notice updates and text or email reminders for events. I once showed up when they were legit closed. I recently asked about the type of "curriculum" they use (not that it's a bad one, my kid learned A LOT there), but knowing that a structured one is available is a sure vote of confidence for a prospective parent. Be advised that there are chunky late fees if you don't pay your tuition by [every] Weds (even if you get paid on Thursday or Friday that same week), so plan accordingly. Also, timely pickups are incentivized by a $4 per minute late pickup fee. Understandable, people want to go the 'H' home and the company needs to offset O/T. Sadly, I will not see my son graduate from Morgan's, but you sure can if you enroll your kid.

Our son has been through the whole center at Morgan's and he is a great student at school because…read moreof the path the daycare set for him. Their curriculums for all ages and levels is outstanding and the care both of my children get is more than any mom could want. We love Morgan's Early Learning Center and recommend them to all families!

We started our baby at Childtime this year and have been so impressed with the professional and…read morecaring environment. We enjoy the serotonin boost we get from the photos of the activities and every time we check the cameras we get to witness the sweetness of the community built there. They have clear, consistent communication for parents and the app is fast and easy to use. We look forward to many more years of being with the childtime family.

I adore Childtime! I have children in the infant and preschooler rooms and they are always happy…read moreand well cared for throughout the day. Highlights: An app that keeps you updated in real time about food, activities, bathroom, etc - and pictures from the teachers A very responsive management team Weekly activities built in for older kids (gymnastics, karate) Wonderful teachers who really are early childhood educators, it's hard to play favorites because they're all great but Miss Karly and Miss Courtney go above and beyond.

Putting your baby in daycare is hard, but I walk out of TLE every morning knowing not just that my…read moredaughter will be "okay", but that she's surrounded by people who actually love and care for her, and have her best interests at heart. This is, honestly, more than I expected out of daycare, and makes all the difference in the world. Ms. Miren and Ms. Denise from Infant A are very experienced and incredibly kind and caring. They always kept us up to date on how our daughter was doing, answered all sorts of questions, gave us advice, handled the nuances of our daughter's food allergies, and dealt with our general overbearing-new-parent vibes with grace. We can't thank them enough. In Infant B, Ms. Crystal, Ms. Joel, and Ms. Lourden were equally amazing. They just care deeply about all the kids in their classroom, and it shows through in so many ways; from constantly getting down on the floor to play with the little ones, to taking TLE's fun-themed "spirit weeks" very seriously, to being generally just fun and silly with their kiddos, and putting insane levels of effort into arts and crafts, you can tell that this is not just a job for Crystal, Joel, and Lourden. Finally, the front desk and support staff, as well as the floaters and part-time employees are just plain lovely as well. I think that taking care of children - especially the little ones - is a really tough job (not to mention dealing with all of us parents!), and I couldn't ask for a better group of people to take care of my daughter.

All the stuffs here are nice and attentive with a good number of teachers. My son has been here for…read morealmost 2 months and his first week was tough but Ms. Liz in Prepper was cuddling him until he felt comfortable. Now he enjoys joining the class. Melissa is always welcoming, and I can't thank enough to all other people who make his day great!

I have three children and all three have now gone here. Everything is well organized, clear…read morecommunications and clean facilities. The teachers, directors etc are great and my children all improved with their behavior, speech and social skills considerably after attending this school. It's highly recommended by me!!

As an elementary school teacher, and a former childcare provider, I am quite particular in what I…read morelook for when it comes to the care and education of my children. From the moment we found Paradigm Care & Enrichment Center, I knew it was the place I wanted for my son, Grayson! He started attending Paradigm when he was just one year old, and I was blown away by the care and communication that I received from all of the staff. The teachers at Paradigm go above and beyond to make you, and especially your children, feel happy, healthy, and safe! People often marvel at, "how much my 3-year-old knows" or "how polite he is". While my husband and I work hard to ensure he STAYS that way, we know if our hearts that the teachers and staff at Paradigm are a HUGE part of why he IS that way! I cannot more highly recommend this child care center. My son loves it so much, he wakes up on the weekends asking if he can, "go to school"!

Choosing a place for your child's early years is a huge decision, and our time at TLE in Clarkston…read morehas been a blessing. Over the years my son has spent here, we have watched him transform from a curious toddler into a confident learner. The process my son has made is incredible. The Curriculum at TLE goes far beyond basic childcare. He has learned Sign language and Spanish which is great in comparison to my childhood. It's been amazing to see him hit new milestones and develop strong social skills through their play-based approach. As he prepares to leave for "big kid school," the difference is clear: he is exceptionally prepared. Thanks to their focus on Kindergarten readiness, he isn't just meeting benchmarks-he's exceeding them. He has the academic foundation and the classroom confidence to step into his next chapter without missing a beat. The staff doesn't just watch the kids-they truly adore them. From the patient teachers to the wonderful administrators, the level of care is outstanding. We've always had complete peace of mind knowing he is in a safe, loving atmosphere where the teachers go "above and beyond." Clarkston is a tight-knit community, and the center is a big part of that. We have loved the events they host, which show how much they care about our local area. Some of our favorite highlights include Themed Adventures, Family Date Night and Community Connection. If you are looking for a place where your child will be loved, challenged, and treated like family, I cannot recommend The Learning Experience in Clarkston enough!!

I truly cannot say enough good things about TLE Clarkston. Our daughter started with TLE in January…read moreof 2025. We have never been made to feel like a bother by the management or teachers. Everyone is patient with us. Every teacher we have ever had, even the ones we were uncertain about at the start, have all adored our daughter and treated her better than family. Her current teachers, Rachel, Dina, and Gigi are so attentive and kind. We truly enjoy talking to them at pick up and drop off. Most of all, I want to acknowledge that daycare is expensive and it's hard to leave your baby with others. I can say with all honesty that my wife and I utter the phrase, "worth every penny," multiple times a month. Our daughter has excelled here and gotten so many experiences and built so many relationships that we would never have had the time or resources to provide working full time.

I am an Early Childhood Educator who recently had the opportunity to observe classroom dynamics at…read moreBuilding Blocks Preschool for several hours. I was thoroughly impressed with what I saw. The school offers high quality experiences not only to children, but also to parents and staff members. The campus includes beautiful indoor and outdoor classrooms that are thoughtfully set up with activity offerings for children. I observed the intentionally of the teachers to create a curriculum that matches the unique interests and skill levels of the children in their care. The growth of the children is then lovingly documented in learning stories and evidence that is displayed throughout the campus. I walked away inspired to incorporate in my own classroom many of the things I saw. If I were raising young children in the Highland area, I would certainly enroll them at Building Blocks.

Building Blocks is THE best. My son was there from the time he was 2 years old until kindergarten,…read moreand for many summer camps after. He made life long friends, immeasurable personal growth, and has so many cherished memories from his time at Building Blocks. I absolutely loved the teachers there, their Reggio Emilia inspired philosophy, and the leadership of Suzanne Gabli, Building Blocks Executive Director. My son graduated from preschool with self-confidence, empathy, a love for nature, and the tools he needed to be successful in kindergarten and elementary. I can't give high enough praise to Building Blocks. I would recommend them wholeheartedly .

I really love that the director-Christyn is hands on when I have any issues. I really appreciate…read morethat all the teachers are very attentive to my child.

Im very pleased with the customer service and I will be coming back for summer camp. They take…read moregreat care of the kids.