very good place. i feel very safe leaving my little one here. the staff truly cares for the…read morekiddos.

Very professional and kind teachers! Super clean facility! Strong curriculum. Highly recommended!read more

This daycare has been amazing. Child development and care is the top priority. Im so glad we chose…read moreto go here, having this exclusivity and focus on my daughter has made me so happy! My daughter loves the staff, they communicate with us and keep us informed at all times. Highly recommended.

From the owner: At Little Land Daycare, we believe that every child is unique and deserves a nurturing environment…read morethat fosters their individual growth and development. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to creating a safe, fun, and educational space where children can thrive. Here’s what makes Little Land Daycare truly exceptional: Personalized Attention: Our low teacher-to-child ratio ensures that each child receives the personalized attention they need to flourish. We take the time to understand each child's unique personality, interests, and learning style. Qualified and Caring Staff: Our team consists of highly trained and passionate educators who are dedicated to providing the best care and guidance. They create a welcoming atmosphere that feels like a second home. Engaging Curriculum: A diverse range of activities designed to stimulate young minds and encourage creativity, critical thinking, and social skills. From arts and crafts to outdoor play, every day is an adventure in learning. At Little Land Daycare, we don’t just care for children; we nurture their potential and help them build a strong foundation for their future. Join our Little Land family and watch your child grow, learn, and thrive in a place where they are loved and valued.

My daughter attended this school for several years. Highly recommend! School was very clean,…read morecurriculum was outstanding & all the teachers were great! We will miss coming here as she's now going to kindergarten!

Great learning environment for little children. My son has attended for 3 years and loves the…read moreteachers, staff, and the friends he has made. Great curriculum and beautiful classrooms.

I have never in my life seen such a filthy unorganized mess in my life. Teacher that was barefoot,…read morecell phone tucked in her underwear, the smell of urine that actually smelled up my car when I ran to get my daughter back. I go to get her in a room that is being remodeled. The teacher was sweeping dust and debris while the children were all in one corner and told me my daughter was cleaning. Again no teacher working with crafts with them, sitting there talking. Dropping her off in a room with 3-12 year olds not working on anything, doing nothing in a dingy disgusting room. Champions had tables and were working on crafts or going outside, I am still wondering what in the world is that place. I still feel sick and to be charged. Are you kidding me. They claimed to have a splash day in which there was a sprinkler in the backyard. Most places probably don't need to go through an exit process because no place was as horrid as this place. Kids with no structured activities, Psych ward hallway, dark and dirty.,. Your website is false advertising. Scam. Drop your kid off as they sit in a dungeon while you tell the parents how great it is. My daughter is very smart and she said she couldn't take the smell in an area she was in. Maybe before sweeping the room that was under construction. PetSmart dog day car is cleaner. I couldn't leave her in your Kindercare because no child should be left there let alone pay to be there.

Kind and attentive. My toddler loves her teacher and adjusted very quickly! The directors are sweet…read moreand caring. Overall I really love this facility!

I am writing this review so other families can be aware of what happened to us…read more My family began planning our move several months ago, and in August, we contacted Children's Land to secure a January start date for our daughter. We toured the center, submitted all required paperwork, and followed every step exactly as instructed. The previous director personally reassured us that our daughter would definitely have a spot in January, even after she transitioned to another location. Because of this reassurance, we planned our relocation, work schedules, and childcare arrangements around this enrollment. However, in mid-December, just weeks before the planned start date, after we brough our kid to touch base this place, we received an unexpected email from the new director stating that there was no availability for the Two-Year-Old program -- with no explanation, no acknowledgment of prior communication, and no alternative options offered. When I asked for clarification, her response was simply that she was "not aware of previous conversations," and that "typically enrollment begins with a tour." What was even more shocking is that she considered our brief visit last Friday -- which was meant to be a transition visit for our daughter -- as a "tour" that supposedly starts the enrollment process. If this is the case, it implies that after a director change, families must restart the entire enrollment process from the beginning, regardless of months of prior communication, paperwork, or commitments. This is not only ridiculous, but extremely unprofessional and unfair to families who plan responsibly and rely on the center's guidance. The new director's position seems to be that all prior communication "does not count" unless it went through her, essentially erasing months of work, promises, and planning. The tone was dismissive and lacked basic empathy for the situation that her own center created. I understand that childcare availability can be limited, but what was most disappointing was the lack of transparency, poor internal communication, and the absence of courtesy in how this was handled. No family should be told "you have no spot" at the last minute after being reassured for months. I sincerely hope Children's Land will improve their internal processes, director handoffs, and communication with families so that others do not experience the same disruption and frustration. We started from August, and now ended up with no spot. Thank you for letting me your dark side as this is trult not professional.

I feel lucky to have both my kids enrolled in Children's Land at Lincolnshire…read more Irina, the Director, has everything well organized. The staff there really take good care of your children and my kids love them. The daily routine is well mixed with various activities and learning. Another great thing is that they serve breakfast until 9AM!

Let me preface this with the fact that I do not have children that attend this school. But if I did…read moreI would remove them from this place immediately. I interacted with one of the teachers from this school at the skatepark right next to the school. The group of kids were playing in the skatepark being generally aware of where they were going allowing other people to use the skatepark on bikes and scooters. However, the older lady with a eastern European accent who was supervising the group of kids was awful. For one, she screamed at the children when they were playing when they did not follow her instructions immediately. The way she spoke to the kids was extremely aggressive and hostile. She also told other people riding the skatepark on bikes that they are not allowed to be at the park because the group of kids was there playing. If anything, the group of kids is being put in danger being at the skatepark as it is not intended as a playground and they could be injured. This lady is not fit to be working with children and should absolutely be fired. I hope school faculty looks into the matter.

From the owner: Welcome to Vernon Hills Montessori Academy, where we cater to families with children aged six weeks…read moreto 12 years old. Our programs blend Montessori principles with childcare, fostering self-respect, independence, and a sense of responsibility within the community. At VHMA, we offer enriching after-school programs and engaging summer camps for school-age children. Additionally, we provide hot and delicious lunch and supper options for our students. Montessori education prioritizes learning through all five senses, providing a holistic approach beyond mere listening, watching, or reading. In our classrooms, children learn at their own pace and engage in activities of their choosing from a wide array of options, fostering a love for learning, concentration, motivation, and self-discipline. Our classrooms are organized into three-year age groups (3-6, 6-9, 9-12, etc.) creating communities where older children naturally mentor and share knowledge with their younger peers. This approach represents a profound departure from traditional education methods, offering a truly unique learning experience. Furthermore, VHMA specializes in music and instruments, with daily sessions dedicated to musical exploration. Our teachers are proficient in Spanish and Russian, offering language classes for students interested in expanding their linguistic abilities. Field trips are a highlight of our summer camp, providing hands-on learning experiences beyond the classroom.

All the teachers are very friendly and professional! The kids are learning a lot and experiencing…read moredifferent activities on daily basis. We like how clean the facility is too! Highly recommend!

My daughter has been here about 6 months now. She is happy with her teacher. Alondra is the best…read moreteacher!!!

Great teachers and an incredibly kind, welcoming staff. From the moment you walk in, you can feel…read morethat the school truly cares about the students and their success. The teachers are patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping every child learn and grow. The staff is always friendly, helpful, and makes both parents and students feel comfortable. What stands out the most is how excited my kids are to go to school every single day. They come home happy, talking about what they learned, and looking forward to the next day. That alone says a lot about the positive environment the school has created. It is clear that the school focuses not only on academics but also on building confidence, character, and a love of learning. We are very grateful to be part of such a supportive and caring school community. I highly recommend this school to any family looking for a place where their children will feel valued, encouraged, and excited to learn.

If you are thinking of sending your child to Goddard Deerfield, please read this review and…read moreconsider other options. About us: Hard working blue collar parents of 2 kids and one more on the way in July 2022. Our daughter attended Goddard Deerfield for over 1 year and we initially enrolled our son to start in August of 2022. Problems: The owners of this location, Jane and Genia, consider your child a walking dollar sign and nothing else. They will put the economics of getting every dollar out of you rather than creating a safe environment for your child or respecting any of your parental concerns. The situation and response: Goddard's AC system had broken during a 90+ degree week. Goddard has no extra classrooms so their response was to have the children in the classroom at that temperature for 30-40 mins at a time. We decided to not send our daughter to school until the AC situation was fixed due to extreme heat and ventilation issues that could lead to spread of COVID (my wife is currently pregnant with a high risk pregnancy). The AC repair took over 9 days and no surprise, there was a COVID case in the classroom during this time. This left our daughter out of school where we had to pay for additional childcare for 2 weeks. We reached out to the owners for a credit of our tuition for the time and that is when Jane's true colors showed. Over a phone call a screaming and angry Jane claimed: -"AC breaking is an Act of God and that they had to pay $5,000 to repair it so they are not liable." -"It builds character for children to be in that heat because life isn't always perfect" -When I told her again that my wife was pregnant and our own doctor said this an unneeded risk. Jane claimed "COVID is overblown and it's just an excuse now. My sister in law had COVID during her pregnancy and was fine, so your wife shouldn't be worried" We were so shocked by this response. After that last bizarre call, my wife had a 1-1 in person conversation where Jane took ownership of the things she said but the damage had been done. We knew our daughter would not be safe in their hands and that ownership would potentially target our children. Even worse ownership behavior: Our daughter stopped attending Goddard in June and our son was enrolled for upcoming August start - we asked what the process is for terminating enrollment and how we would receive our refund of enrollment fees and they took that as an opportunity to immediately cancel his enrollment, keep the enrollment fees, and take money from another family to fill his spot. Not only did they not return the money, they cancelled his enrollment and filled his spot in a breach of their own enrollment document/parent handbook. We now have to consult a legal expert to recoup our fees. I am a small business owner myself and would never ever target or leave a negative review unless it was 100% necessary to warn others. There are other schools in the area that will look after your child, look elsewhere. During the last few months of dealing with Goddard I felt like a failure of a parent to have not seen the other red flags and cannot believe I allowed my child to be in the care of Goddard Deerfield. The worst part of it all is that this is all I know about, what about all the other things that may have happened while my daughter attended school here that owners with this character may have put their own business in front of my child or any child? If you think maybe this is a one off situation and your child could be okay, Google search "Goddard Deerfield Indeed reviews" to see how their own teachers review the school. It is very evident that this is a common theme. Reach out to me if you have concerns as I have documentation of all of this.

We truly can't say enough wonderful things about the teachers here. From the moment we first walked…read morein, we felt welcomed and cared for. Every single teacher we've met has been so loving, patient, and kind, and it's clear how much they genuinely care about the children. A special thank you to Ms. Christina, Ms. Sravini, Ms. Hari Priya, Ms. Lupe, and Ms. Bre. Each of them has gone above and beyond in ways big and small--whether it's giving extra comfort on a tough morning, celebrating the little milestones, or noticing the tiny details that make such a difference in our son's day. Christina and Sravini, in particular, have cared for him like he was their own. They've always looked out for him, picked up on his needs even before he could express them, and supported him in ways that helped him grow not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. As parents, it means so much to know our child is surrounded by teachers who truly see him, nurture him, and want the best for him. We are beyond grateful for the love, attention, and encouragement he's received here, and we feel incredibly lucky to be part of this community.

Beautiful facility, great team and wonderful owners. Very clean and organized facility. My child is…read moreso well taken care off. Highly recommend!

Great asset to the village of Mundelein! Interior is clean, gym equipment up to date and regularly…read moresanitized. Annual membership has a good value for residents. Indoor pool is included in membership with lanes for lap swimming and water walking along with a sauna. Indoor track and treadmills available. Adequate parking available with 2 lots.

Great place to learn and play Pickleball! Highly recommend! Jay is a fun instructor and had lots of…read morepatience!