I just want to say that I had an absolute awful experience at this school. After you hear my story, you may want to re-think sending your child to this school. My son started at the little school when he was 2. He had a few issues there with behavior which I tried to correct before he went over to the big school because I was warned that Mrs. Thompson was strict. So I thought maybe a behavioral doctor would help me with some tips on how to correct some things. Holland Pediatrics diagnosis was that he was a normal little boy and if I felt therapy was needed, they offered me some numbers to call. This appointment cost me $119.53. Finally my son is potty trained and was transferred to the big school. My son is pretty loud, so the 94 year old owner who can not deal with noise wants my son evaluated. So I proceed to do what she wants and switched my sons doctor from northeast philly to center city at Society Hill Pediatrics. Dr. McSorley who is wonderful diagnosed him as a normal little boy that just blows his top sometimes. The doctor was so nice and said the teachers could call her at anytime if they had any questions on how to deal with his behavior. Good enough. Nope. Not really. Not good enough for Mrs. Thompson. This appointment cost me $168.53 plus $50 to transfer the medical records. So I proceed again to send him to Theraplay. This appointment cost me $90 for the behavior specialist to tell me that she does not see any aggressive behavior and once again he is a normal four year old boy. Below is a letter I drafted to the director at Jolly Tots for my plan for my son. Although, I did not think it was necessary, I set out to do it anyway. Due to our various conversations in regards to Mikey's behavior in class, I give you permission to take a video of his outbursts. I believe the best approach is to start taping at the moment you think the situation will occur based on your past experiences with him, so that we can see what the cause is. I would also like to see how his punishment is handled if possible. Mikey has had two evaluations so far. The first one was with Holland Pediatrics with a behavior specialist. She reported there was nothing neurological and she referred me to other specialists that I have contacted who either had waiting lists or were not taking anymore children. His second evaluation was with Dr. McSorley at Society Hill Pediatrics, whom you have spoken to. Her diagnosis was that it was not neurological and that he is an over emotional child who needs some type of therapy to reduce stress in certain situations. Mikey will have a third evaluation at Theraplay on February 25, 2014. Other places I have tried and will continue to try again if this does not fit his needs are S.P.I.N., CHOP, and Dr. Katie O'Duyr, which is another specialist that Dr. McSorley recommended. I appreciate your attention to this matter and helping me figure out what Mikey needs. I am hopeful we will find a solution. This letter was never acknowledged. I have been harassed with texts even still after this about what I am going to do about his behavior. I think the above letter proves I have done enough. A video was never taken because his teacher said his outbursts have been shorter. So contradictory information that his behavior has been better, but yet Mrs. Thompson is still concerned? The final straw was when the director mentioned maybe my son had * Hypoglycemia * Hypoglycemia is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can harm you. What does this have to do with behavior I ask?????? Is she a doctor now???? The teacher even admitted she was "grasping at straws." I hope everyone really thinks twice before going through what I did. Unless your child is an angel 100% of the time, he or she will be just fine. read more

I'm new to yelp and just have to say I was shocked to read these previous reviews. We have had nothing but positive experiences with Jolly Tots and all of their staff. So much so that we sent both of our children there and wouldn't think of sending them anywhere else. The teachers are always attentive and responsive to our needs and genuinely care about all of the children. We're still asked how our oldest is doing by name on a regular basis and reminisce of the times he had there. He hasn't been there for over two years. As my wife will attest to I am overwhelmingly protective of my children, and I would never hesitate to leave my two year old with these teachers. I have come to know and trust them all over the years and truly believe they only have the children's best interests in mind. The love of their job is evident in my son's reactions every time I drop him off in the morning and his smiling face in the numerous photos they send home of science lessons, art projects, or just an extra messy lunch! With an education background myself, including past experience as a preschool teacher I can say they are doing everything right in the "little" school. My boys (past and present) are taught, nurtured, and cared for by every member of their staff. We are happy to be part of the Jolly Tots family. read more

After reading the recent reviews posted for Jolly Tots, I'm left in shock. I cannot express how disappointed I am with them. I'm a mother of 3 children with my youngest currently attending Jolly Tots little school. The staff is AMAZING to say the least. My older (2) children attended also and they LOVED it! Because of the great experience they had, we decided to enroll our youngest. I was so excited and relieved to know that they were still around. The staff not only educates the kids daily, they also treat each child with the love and attention they need. I especially love the "home" environment they provide. Each day when I pick my child up, I'm greeted with a big smile and a hug anxiously waiting to tell me about the day. I can call at anytime (as many times as I need to) to receive an update. I'm treated with respect and professionalism from each staff member. I urge that if you are looking for a day care for your child, that you visit the day care for yourself and make your own decision. Reviews are a guide for things and not the say all and be all!!!!. Not all "people" can take constructive criticism. read more

I have two children in Jolly Tots and I cannot say enough wonderful things about the school, their curriculum, and the staff. When I first started at Jolly Tots, I had children in both the Little School and the Big School. I was nervous at first since my girls have never been separated but their time apart and with friends their own age was the best. They learned to be independent and flourished in their new environment. They are now both at the Big School but in separate class rooms. My children love the teachers and are excited about going to school. They do great activities and my children love telling me what they did at school that day. The highlight of my week is when their school bag gets sent home and we get to go through all the fun crafts they did that week. All the teachers are wonderful, patient and kind and you can really tell that they care for the kids in their class as if they are their own. As I am about to enroll my oldest in Kindergarten in just a few days, I am extremely confident that Jolly Tots has taught her everything she needs to succeed. read more

Our daughter is going into her 3rd year here and she loves it. The teachers are great and she has made great friendships while here. Everyday she comes home with something new she has learned in addition to great artwork. I have a hard time getting her to leave and she can't wait to go back the next day. It's an added bonus that the price is great and trust me she's there 8 hours a day! I wish I had known about this school when our 11 year was in daycare! read more

I just would like to say that our family has been using Jolly Tot's throughout the generations of this family. I think Mrs. Thompson is delightful, as well as her staff from the Little School to the Big School. A little history, my mother sent myself as well as my siblings to Jolly Tots. My sister has sent her children as well as myself. It is my prayer that this well kept secret of Bucks County continues to blossom throughout the future. read more

My kids have attended Jolly Tots since they were infants. It has the largest infant room of any other places I visited. It also has a 'home' atmosphere instead of an industrial building feel. The kids are intermingled at the beginning and end of day which is much healthier than keeping everyone separated all the time. Low turnover of teaching staff and kids go outside and play twice a day. read more

My girls have been going to Jolly Tots for 5 years now. The care and compassion their staff have for our children is impeccable. I absolutely love all the teachers!!! I know they are in good hands when I drop them off in the morning without any cries and they leave happy when they get picked up. read more

I went to Jolly Tots in the 60's!!! Sent my children there in the 80's and 90's and my first grandchild starts in September. Still as great as ever. The director Jennifer and all the teachers are great with the kids. Couldn't be happier!!! read more