The best place to be when you need a close knit, caring, stimulating environment with great…read morefacilities and staff for your children. My kids have been going to PC Boca camps for years, and they go week by week, so it works well with any schedule. We are thinking about trying PCFL ( the main campus at Fort Lauderdale) summer camp this year, which offers even more options.

I don't know why I've waited this long to put up a review for this amazing place. My son has been…read moreattending here for 4 years and is getting ready to graduate from VPK and I will break out in tears that he will no longer be attending on a regular basis. We live in another county, otherwise we would've def sent him here for aftercare. The owner is such a loving soul and the entire staff feels like a part of our family. Even the teachers who Dean hasn't had, they all know him and say hi and bye to him every day. This institution will always hold a special place in my heart. We will for sure be sending him here for summer camp. If you are looking for a loving place to send your baby, definitely check them out. This is coming from the mama who was in the classroom everyday for a week when I first sent him here. They had an open door policy that allowed me to freely come and go until I was comfortable enough to leave him and head back to a full time career.

I definitely don't recommend the school at all. My son was literally kicked out a one year old…read morebecause of biting. Let me tell you something. He's a child a one year old. Secondly, I was already very unhappy with the school. He was leaving in June regardless. My son was hospitalized for dehydration, because of school did not give them enough water Proof that I have! he also developed a lot of rashes. It took multiple times repeating myself to teachers to the school to take care of my son better. Also, l've had multiple sit downs with the Director and I have literally told them how their teachers are not doing their job. The other day I picked up my son and they tell me oh he was off I go look at the daily report he didn't even eat lunch and they didn't even care to call me and tell me that my son was starving by the time he was home so many multiple incidents that I can continue to go on and on and on they do not listen to you. They do not care for your child all they see is money coming in, so my honest opinion find another place where they actually care.

First time here and it was a blast! We were told ahead of time that the kids would be messy so we…read morewere ready and willing. There is a front room with tables and chairs and then the back room for the painting. The area is taped off and the kids just start doing their best Jackson Pollock impersonations. The teachers keep the fun going by constantly squirting more paint on the walls, floor and tables. Once the kids felt comfortable, the teachers squirted the kids arms and the kids get really messy. They also have groovy music playing and the lights go out and the neon glow appears. The teachers were very friendly and accommodating. When they are finished the kids get hosed off in a tub and wiped down. A change of clothes highly recommended. We will have to come back for some classes to see what else they have to offer.

Art nest is AWESOME! My 9 year old started coming to the Tween Underground art class back in the…read morefall. She so enjoyed the class that we have signed up for the class 2 more times. She loves the class and the kids who attend are really kind. This is great for artsy kids who can be a part of an artist community. The teachers are very kind and I trust leaving her in their care. THANKS ART NEST!

My Boys and I absolutely love this place! They go above and beyond for the students and parents. To…read morethe teachers, staff and director, thank you for enriching my kids lives and making them excited to learn now and preparing them for growth in the future! :)

We love KLA! Both my kids have been here for 2+ years! The staff is always so friendly and…read morewelcoming, and the school is always clean. I know my children are in great hands and really enjoy going to school every day! I recommend KLA!

My son started going here when he was almost 3. He is now about to graduate the VPK program. I…read morecan't say enough positive things about this school. The teachers, the amount of things these kids have learned, the fun, the activities are all incredible. I I have had the best experience here and I am so sad to leave!!! would highly recommend. We love you Building Blocks family!

Is been almost two years that I have the pleasure of entrusting my child to Building Blocks…read moreLearning Center, and I must say it exceeded my highest expectations. This exceptional daycare establishment sets the bar for cleanliness, professionalism, and effective communication with parents. I am delighted to share my experience and commend Building Blocks for their outstanding service. The staff have been amazing to my son and I can see his learning progress. Miguel M.

Front desk staff needs some training. I got a phone call…read moresaying there was space for my child. I would go in as soon as I could to fill everything out but was willing to pay registration to hold his spot. I was told this wasn't required. Went to register today and his spot was given away! I have no where to take my child but I guess it's not their problem.... In front of me they discuss space for 14 kids and they have 13 signed up. Then they turn and say no space for him. I pointed out they said and was told no space for him. What a joke.

We sent our 14 month old here as an interim daycare option before our new school began. We pulled…read morehim out after 2 days when we witnessed how rough his teacher was physically handling him. Through the live stream on their app, we watched as this teacher (who works full time in the toddler room) grabbed our child by one arm and dragged him across the room to get him out of her way while she was sweeping. This was the culmination after multiple handlings I would deem as rough throughout the day, and certainly not the way I would expect a center based on care to treat my child, or anyone else's. Please do not send your young ones here if you have literally any other choices.

I was anxious when it came time for me to entrust the well being of my children to someone else but…read moreafter touring every preschool in the area, I decided on Parkland Children's Academy and I could not be happier with my decision! The front staff is extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating and the teachers are exceptional in every way. They are nurturing, patient, engaging and you can tell that they really love what they do. My girls are excited for school every morning and even more excited to tell me everything they did and learned at pick up. My husband and I are so thankful for everyone at the school because they've been instrumental in the growth of our children. We love our little PCA family!

Today, my husband and I dropped our children off at Parkland Children's Academy for the first day…read moreof school. As we walked towards the front door, the side door swung open and this woman said come drop your kids off in here. We headed into that classroom and the teacher was alone with six kids and a TV show playing. The kids were of all ages ranging from infant to six years old. (Mix of ages...odd) We walked in confused asking where their classrooms were and the lady said just drop them off in here I'm not sure where any of the teachers are they must be all running late...Very concerned and worried about our children's safety, another child decides to open the side door, attempting to leave the building and the teacher ran after her with an infant in her hand. Finally the room was filled with 16 kids and one adult, carrying two infants in her hands. My husband was chasing after our son because he saw that he can open the side door and leave. Another teacher finally showed up and apologize for being late. Still, we were confused where the placement of our children would be since all age groups were stuck in one classroom. These ladies just kept saying everyone is late, I don't know what else to say but sorry? I understand they were apologetic but who is watching our children!? I was in shock. The woman carrying two infants in her hands said that she would be our daughter's teacher and to follow her to the classroom. She told me that she had no clue it was our daughters first day and that she wasn't prepared so she has to go find a crib and get it ready for our daughter's nap time. She kept saying don't blame me, talk to the owner!! Like what!? I feel like I'm in the twilight zone at this point. The whole situation from the ratio of the children per teacher and the lack of safety in this facility is alarming. A father and his son walked in from the back door, which was clearly unlocked meaning that any individual, including a gunman (god forbid), could walk in and harm the children. When the owner, Danielle, arrived finally, my husband and I greeted her with concern and she said everyone is late, if you're uncomfortable I don't know what to tell you. When, in fact, it most definitely is her problem when the ratio is off and they're mixing age groups packed in one room. Six year olds with infants is not OK. She was rude and condescending, and honestly had no care for the children's safety or our concern. From the start she was super rude and nonchalant about the chaos. I went to go register them at another preschool and headed back to pick them up. I walked in and the owner just stared at me with a smirk. I said I'm here to get my children. She rolled her eyes and said "I figured." I can't believe she has the audacity to speak to parents in this tone and manner. I went to go get my daughter and she was passed out on the swing? Not even a crib. An infant was shaking a formula bottle with milk splatting all over them; another one crawling to get out of the door!!! Still just one teacher with all these infants. Another teacher walks in behind me with a pancake in her hand and picks up a baby. Wth is going on!? The owner went to go grab my son and dropped him off in the infant room while I was trying to grab my daughter and all her stuff. So again, allowing the mix of ages, she allowed my toddler son inside of the infant room and he's running around with his shoes on and babies crawling everywhere. Does she have no sense??? I can't believe a preschool like this is in Parkland. It's chaotic. No one knows where the teachers are. The kids are able to just walk through the side door and let themselves out. The ratio is RIDICULOUS. (The owner brought this up and said I'm not breaking any laws, our ratio is fine... lol) I would steer CLEAR of this madhouse.

I brought my 8-year-old daughter here for her birthday after she had been begging for horseback…read moreriding lessons, and it turned out to be the most amazing experience for her! Dawn was absolutely wonderful and went above and beyond to make the day special. From letting my daughter feed the horses to guiding her through her lesson, every detail was thoughtful and memorable. Safety was always the top priority, and Dawn took the time to teach her how to clean the horses' shoes and patiently answered every single one of her many questions with such kindness and grace. You could truly tell how much she cares about both the horses and the children learning from her. We will absolutely be back, and I'm so grateful I found this place--and Dawn! It made my daughter's birthday unforgettable.

Wattland ll (Dawn and Mckenzie) have not only provided incredible instruction to our daughter, but…read morethey've also created a kind and welcoming culture. Highly recommend for anyone looking for horse riding at all levels!