I don't even know where to start to say good things about the Wilkins! This was once my kid's…read moresecond home for them for the first time we moved to Arizona. It's the family owned business and that make the learning for kids so much different then other places. Your kids will love, play and learn from the friendly and caring staff around them. All teachers will make it fun and enjoying. They have options both part time and full time classroom and it's a great value and options for parents to go for. My kids still talking about what he did at Wilkins and how much the miss their teacher and those fun projects that they did until today, and that means a whole world for them! I highly recommend the Wilkins for the parents who are looking for a fun educational, great teacher and great environment.

We love Wilkins! My…read more2 year old attended a previous daycare before finding Wilkins that didn't go well. He would arrive everyday to class in tears, so we knew we had to find something new for him and that's when a family friend recommended Wilkins and it was the best decision we could make. He now runs to class screaming with excitement and gives a big kiss goodbye and off and playing. He's been so happy there and I can't thank everyone enough at Wilkins for welcoming us with open arms. It's been a game changer!

After just one trial day this is the message I received from the OWNER of this business (Renee) not…read morea phone call a TEXT MESSAGE: Hi Sierra. Dad just picked up from trial day, but I thought I would reach out to you as well. It was so nice meeting you today unfortunately, I don't think Ar'mias is ready for a preschool classroom that requires students to be potty trained. After spending the day with him, he definitely needs more one on one attention with a teacher assistant to officially potty train him, remind him to have gentle hands around his fellow students, assist him in keeping his shoes on both inside and outside the classroom for his safety, and to make certain he doesn't rip up books and other classroom belongings. I think you are definitely on the right track with getting him tested for speech and seeing what other ways the school district can assist you in your academic journey. Best wishes to you and your family! I instantly called her as this should have been a phone call and the message could have been delivered better. I'm all for feedback regarding my child but within FOUR hours of a 3 yr old TODDLER being in an unfamiliar place not knowing ANYONE this is what you came up with? there was not one positive thing said about my child in that whole message or phone call! I Wasn't going to write this review but as the days go by the lack of emotional intelligence has became overly disgusting! Choosing to be in the childcare industry....DO BETTER! Respectfully. My child was never asked to leave ANY facility. I withdrew him as the the cost was not equivalent to the hours we needed once enrolled in an actual school district. When we came to tour your "facility" we informed your employee that he did not have the potty training completely down as he still have accidents and needs frequent reminders. Which her response was if he's able to go, pull up his pants, and wash his hands he's considered potty trained. If it was said at the first viewing we would have NEVER sent him for a FREE trail day! But as you can see how she responds she's completely disrespectful and incompetent and so is the staff!!

The Growing Place Preschool was such a wonderful first time daycare experience for my son & my…read morefamily! They treated us like family & we really felt like it with the entire staff. We miss it so much & look forward to when our daughter can attend. Ms. Renee is the absolute best! She is the sweetest & just a great person all around! Definitely a place and staff you can be happy your children are with!

The teachers and directors are wonderful and incredibly kind. We are very grateful for this school…read moreand highly recommend it!!

Great school, wonderful environment, excellent teachers . My child learned a lot…read more Gagan Saluja

This school has touched our hearts in so many ways. Our daughter has come home learning everything…read morefrom colors, manners, numbers, Spanish, songs, and her social emotional skills have SKY ROCKETED. I was terrified to put my daughter In school as a first time mom. I actually couldn't handle the anxiety so I pulled her out after I was sobbing all day the first day she was gone. Well, penny and the staff were not only empathetic but made me feel comfortable doing things on my own time table. So when I decided to try again a week later I was welcomed with open arms. The quality of the teachers here feels more like a family. Everyone in the school helps each other. Miss Jazzy, Miss Caitlin, really every single teacher I have ever met has made me feel like home. They all know your child and love your child. Miss Wulan and Miss Ann Marie were her home room teachers and wow. These woman.. they don't make them like this anymore! Positive, loving, personal, engaged are only a few ways to describe them. They have been absolutely instrumental to Logan's growth and experience. She has thrived and become a social butterfly. These teachers never look tired and are always up beat. Ms Chrystal at the front desk always welcomes you with warmth and familiarity and never judged how many incident reports my daughter had. I was always met with comfort and understanding whenever I was worried about something my Daughter had done! And the school is owned and managed by Penny who is a GEM of a human being. These women are loving, smart, and are valued so much. They deserve the world and I'm so grateful to have found them. I'm forever in debt to this school and all it has done for myself and my daughter. Also, they know how much I love them and never once asked for a review. But if you are a nervous mom, or want an honest take, please ask penny for my number and I'd be happy to walk you through how they made this experience incredible.

We absolutely love The Goddard School of Gilbert (at East Germann). Even though there were a few…read moreoptions closer to us, we chose this preschool because the atmosphere here just felt different, in the best way. From the very first visit, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. You can tell the team really loves what they do. Our main teacher is always so happy around the children, you can feel her joy, and it really stood out compared to other places we toured. All the teachers are kind and smiling, and they take the time to connect with both the children and the parents. It's such a warm, supportive environment. Literally everyone is so nice! Another huge factor for us was safety and peace of mind. As a parent, being able to drop off your child without worrying is everything, and this preschool makes that possible. The classroom ratios are low, the environment is always clean, the sign-in process is secure, and they're thoughtful about food and nutrition. We've also had no issues with recurring colds or back-to-back illnesses, which has been such a relief. All of that makes a big difference. They've also been incredibly flexible, willing to work with us to make sure our child feels comfortable, whether that means bringing a favorite stuffy from home or making food & drink accommodations. They even have an easy, healthy lunch ordering system, which has been such a plus for our busy mornings. There are always fun activities and themes planned, plus special events like Splash Days and the petting zoo! We get daily updates (naps, meal times) and photos, which we look forward to every day. Our child is always excited to go, and it's clear the other children are happy too. This location has such a cozy, close-knit feel, and the whole team is just wonderful. We're so thankful we found this place, it truly feels like a second home. Special thank you to Ms. Sydni, Ms. Crystal, Ms. Maressa, Ms. Diane, Ms. Caitlin, Ms. Jazmine, Ms. Mahjoba, and Ms. Penny, you've all made such a difference for our family

We've been bringing our kids to Little Sunshine's in Gilbert since 2023, and honestly, it's been…read moreone of the best decisions we made. What sets this place apart is the balance. There's a real curriculum and structure, but the teachers weave so much genuine play and joy into everything the kids do. And the cleanliness? Top-notch. But what really keeps us coming back is the relationships. Our son started with Hannah, and they clicked instantly. Years later, our daughter had that same connection with her right away. Both kids have also been absolutely obsessed with Betsy and Fanny and they light up when they talk about them. We've also gotten to know some of the newer assistants like Kate and Ashlyn, and they've built such genuine bonds with both our kids. What impressed us most, though, is how the front office, Kim and Mon especially, make you feel genuinely cared for. We know turnover happens in daycares, and this team handles it really well. Because they're part of a larger network across multiple locations, teachers can transition between centers seamlessly. The kids often already know them or the teachers are deeply trained on the curriculum and processes, so they can jump right in and focus on what matters: the kids. That eases a lot of the uncertainty parents usually feel during transitions. The whole team makes you feel at home. That matters so much when you're trusting someone with your kids.

After a rocky start at another daycare we moved to LSP and have had nothing but good experiences. I…read morefeel like my child is cared for and has fun every day, and I know for a fact she's learning because she comes home with new words and skills every day. Kim, Mon, and Katie do a great job of making sure everything is running smoothly, and the teachers are wonderful. We're so happy we made the move!

Our family LOVES First United Method Church of Gilbert's Preschool!…read more They truly love & care for your child. As a first time mom sending my little one to school for the first time, I was super nervous but I instantly felt "at home" with the directors & teachers of FUMCG Preschool. My daughter has blossomed not only academically, but also socially & spiritually thanks to the amazing team at FUMCG Preschool!

So grateful to have this preschool recommended to us years ago! My oldest started there in the…read moreparent-tot program at 2 years old as did the rest of our children and graduated from Pre-K. We joke that we had another chid years later just to keep on going to the preschool. First United Methodist Church of Gilbert Preschool is such a loving atmosphere with curriuculum that surpases any we had found. Our girls were thoroughly prepared to enter Kindergarten and their hearts filled!

We found an absolute gem in Lil Einsteins. Our son (whom I stay home with) loves his two afternoons…read morehere per week and learns a great deal. As a former teacher, I was concerned that 6 hours per week would not make enough of an educational impact but it has been perfect! He is mastering his phonics, learning new songs, making crafts, learning how to better socialize, follow directions, and even play independently without fuss. After four months, he is much better at writing his name and cutting with scissors as well. Mrs. Beth and Mrs. Jessica are so patient, organized, funny and creative. I know that our kiddo is in good hands and appreciate the small class size for extra attention. They are good at communicating any concerns and send out a newsletter with upcoming curriculum, social events(holiday concert, fall festival), requests, etc. If we are still in Arizona next year, we will definitely put our son in the Pre-K class, which meets 3 days per week. This preschool is affordable and exceeded our expectations!

I could not have hoped for a better experience than the one I have had with Lil Einsteins. My son…read morehas learned so much academically and socially during his time here. The teachers are wonderful and they make every child feel important and special. I will definitely be enrolling my youngest son when he is older.

Everything!!! These teachers are just teachers but truly care providers. They not only want to get…read moreyour kids to the next level mentally but also very patient in helping them mature emotionally. Highly recommend

My son attended this daycare back when Camille was in charge…read more We had a wonderful experience. Camille created a fun and positive atmosphere for the staff, which naturally extended to the children. Each classroom had a unique theme, and the lunch menu was always exciting. I would often drop in unexpectedly, and everything was always in order. However, I was not particularly fond of the area manager, Angel. Her unprofessional behavior and personal drama, involving her creepy, cheating husband, were evident to the parents. I also witnessed her speaking down to the front desk staff on several occasions, which was very uncomfortable to see. It has been years since we had contact with this daycare, as we moved abroad, but Yelp keeps requesting a review. So, here it is.

i toured about nine day cares before deciding on this one. My son has now been there for three…read moremonths and they have managed to stick to his schedule and he loves it there! Miss Lily is amazing and my baby boy loves her !! 10/10 recommend.

SITTER EXPERIENCE PRIOR: Sitter 1: Generally unreliable,…read moresuspected neglect/abuse at one point. Sitter 2: Awesome, but moved away after a few months Sitter 3: Wanted to take my daughter to go pick her sister up from the airport on day one and hang out with her sister. Couldn't understand why we were uncomfortable with that. Sitter 4: NCNS first two days I was done with it. Tired always wondering if we'd have a sitter and what condition my daughter would come back in. Enter Bright Horizons. We had toured the Chandler facility when my daughter was only 4 or so months old. They didn't have openings. I called in after the whole debacle above and they luckily had an opening in the Infant room (daughter 11mo at this point). We immediately enrolled. I knew I liked the place but I didn't know how much. Here are some highlights. * They take pictures throughout the day of your little ones - super nice. * They have a running log of what your little one does all day - down to how much they eat - super nice. * They have a plan for developing your little one such as music days, art days, etc. - super nice. * They help your little one develop in areas they need development. For my daughter she needed help eating more solid foods and they've got her eating more solids than we have ever gotten her to (maybe it is peer pressure of other kids, I dunno) - super nice. * They always seem staffed and share kids that are transitioning from one room to another. * They will abide by your special requests such as dietary. They have a nice selection of foods for the little ones to meet your special requests or their special needs - super nice. In short, I feel very fortunate to have been able to enroll here. And on a side note - God Bless those gals in the Infant room. They take all the crying in stride and still smile.

This review reflects our experience at the Val Vista campus only and is specific to the current…read moreadministration there: We enrolled believing a small, faith-based school would provide stronger leadership, accountability, and a more protected learning environment than public options. That was not our experience. Beneath the polished tours and Christian branding, leadership at this campus proved ineffective, dismissive, and unwilling to meaningfully address serious concerns raised by families. Many parents are drawn to a Christian school hoping to shield children from age-inappropriate influences; ironically, in our personal experience, our children were exposed to more inappropriate language and behavior here than they had been in a Chandler public school, with limited administrative response. Administration frequently emphasized high demand to attend, yet from our firsthand experience and conversations with other parents, just as many families appeared to be leaving. Academic quality and classroom professionalism raised serious questions about how teachers are hired, their qualifications, and why turnover seemed high. Tuition and a Christian label do not automatically guarantee a better education, stronger values, or responsible leadership. This review is shared in good faith to encourage families to look beyond appearances and ask direct questions about leadership accountability, discipline policies, teacher hiring practices, and retention before enrolling.

Very exclusive, it feels like you are trying to hand pick your students and exclude anyone that may…read morenot be an "A" student.