Mr Shegan is AWESOME! His way of handling stressed parent minutes before the big show, his way of…read moreengaging kids VIRTUALLY during the shows, my kid and her friends had a great time celebrating my daughter's birthday virtually. Mr Shegan called the day before to walk me through what would happened, so I appreciated the walk-through and gave me a level of comfort despite the backoffice chaos i experienced the last couple weeks. What's really dampening the supposingly-stress-free experience is the back-office arrangement. Some of the highlights below - So the zoom info was given to me when I booked the party back in May. I called a few times to confirm the zoom info a couple weeks prior to the party to make sure what I had on the invite was still correct. What really caused me a bit anxiety is that when they did "confirm" the zoom info with me over on email, the info sent over contains a couple other kids names and one of their party information. Granted nothing really personal was shared, but this made me wonder how they handles guest information in general. The day of the party, apparently, the guests and I were in a different zoom room from Mr Shegan's, the "registration" page we were sent to had a different party date/time options to pick from, which confused a lot of us. Many parents were texting me just few mins before the party while I was confused myself, and not sure what happened since it was slightly different from what Mr Shegan told me the day before. I think there's a change of personnel post-sales coz I couldn't reach the person who I contacted during the sales to confirm all the logistics. Everytime I contacted KSL, I reached the voicemail, emails were unanswered. Granted they did call you back rather quickly. But that's kinda annoying and added extra layer of stress to a planner like me. And suburb buyers be aware - if you want virtual party, kits pick up time is 9-4 in LP. During sales time, the lady told me that they could arrange weekend pickup given I live in the burbs and DO work regular 9-5. But obviously, this didn't happen. We had to make an arrangement for a quick trip to the city. All in all, the experience was 5+ star DURING the party time, but it was less than desired during the planning phase post-sales. Mr Shegan is def. the saving grace.

My son has spent countless hours at KSL Lincoln Park and has loved every minute. We began when he…read morewas three, and he's now six. We have utilized almost every service they have - weekly classes, winter/out of school camps/ summer camps and even the virtual summer camp! We obviously love this place. Post-COVID, he has participated in virtual and in-person camp. The virtual camp exceeded my expectations. I was afraid I'd have to spend the entire time helping him with experiments etc. Not at all. All the materials were shipped to my house and more detailed instructions (really expectations) emailed a few days prior. Really, I just put all the materials they shipped in a container, made sure the computer was plugged in and left him to it. He LOVED it! The entire week my kiddo maybe interrupted me once for work. Usually it was me sneaking downstairs to see what was happening bc I could hear him laughing or music (there's a 10 min snack break after an hour, one kid gets to pick a song - they dance/snack etc). I had my reservations about the virtual camp, but only have great things to say about it. My kitchen is a mess afterwards, but that happens anyway. In-person has also been good - temperature checks, masks, kids spaced out at tables. Everyone is obviously taken whatever precautions they can. Also, I appreciate everyone's flexibility. We had some last minute scheduling changes, but Keith and his team were beyond helpful and accomodating. KSL has given my son some sense of normalcy the past few months and it's very much appreciated.

Our 2 year old started at Kids' Work last year after we switched from another local center. Our…read moreprevious daycare was fine--our son was safe and cared for, but we felt he wasn't getting enough mental stimulation, and our interactions with staff were inconsistent. Once we started at Kids' Work, we realized what we'd been missing. The staff is incredible. Every person we've met has been friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely seems happy to be there. You can tell management supports their team because the teachers never seem stressed or burned out. It's comforting to know that positive energy trickles down to the kids too. Our son is always so excited to see his teachers and classmates. Every one of his teachers has been warm and knowledgeable--the kind of people who truly love working with children. Leidy, Dina, and Desire were wonderful in the infant room, and he absolutely adores his current toddler teachers, Sydney, Monica, and Ana. He talks about them constantly. We get consistent, clear communication from his teachers about everything that happens in the classroom. They sincerely celebrate milestones with us, and whenever we face challenges, they are quick to ask questions, troubleshoot, and share tips as appropriate. The curriculum is excellent. Music and Spanish teachers come into the classroom weekly, and every day is full of creative projects and plenty of outside time. The facilities are always clean, organized, and filled with high-quality toys. The admin team has also been incredibly helpful whenever we've had questions or concerns. For example, when we were worried about our son's transition to the toddler room, Lindsey took time to reassure us and share resources to make sure he was ready. Their advice was spot on--he thrived in the new environment immediately. Last but absolutely not least, the level of organization at Kids' Work is impressive. Everything from sick policies to daily classroom schedules is well thought out, clearly communicated, and consistent. Nothing slips through the cracks with this team--and everyone is safer, healthier, and more sane because of it. We feel lucky to have found this place. It's not the cheapest option, but if you're looking for a daycare that genuinely goes the extra mile, this is the one.

We will always be grateful to KidsWork for the impact they had on our son and family for the past 2…read moreyears. From the caring staff to the nurturing environment, our child has grown so much in confidence, independence, and happiness. Knowing our little one was safe, loved, and learning each day gave us a peace of mind that you can't put a price on. Special thanks to Lindsey and Michelle at the front desk for making our son feel important every morning. Also, thank you to a variety of amazing teachers: Ms. Karla, Ms. Tiadora, Ms. Faeth, Mr. Ezra, Ms. Tiana, Ms. Alaina and Ms. Olyvia just to name a few. Thank you, thank you, thank you. And Bear Down.

I drove by Itsy Bitsy a couple weeks before they opened, and I'm glad I saw them. I followed them…read moreon Instagram immediately because what they offer is REALLY useful--an indoor play space and co-working space. But they go beyond just the standard indoor playground; they offer care (play care, in their terminology) so your children are well cared for whilst you bring home the bacon. Their "playmakers" (it's whimsical; I love it) engage in fun and meaningful play and I love the idea that I could be nearby when my daughter is here but actually get work done. Because I was following their social media, I saw that Little Giggles Speech Therapy was holding a class called First Signs here, which is what has brought me to Itsy Bitsy for now. Itsy Bitsy's facilities are really nice and very clean. When you enter, you walk into the cafe area. There's a limited menu but for coffee drinkers you'll probably find something here! There are a few tables as well. To the right of the door is the co-working space with several desks ready for you to roll up your sleeves and get to work. On the left side of the building is the children's play space, and I think it's a smart way to design the place--it helps keep the distraction down. I'm not sure what the youngest age limit is for play care here. I met a woman who's purchased a membership here and her son is about seven months old; mine is only about four so she may be too little for the place, still. But I'm going to ask when I'm back next week for the signing class, because this is a great concept and I think it would be incredibly useful to be able to come here on my remote workdays and the rates are very reasonable. This business also offers open play times and you can rent for events, so it will be a place for me to keep in mind for birthday parties--though parking seems to be street only, and though at least some of the side streets around here don't appear to require a permit the parking is still limited. I'm just loving the concept of this business and really hope to use it more fully soon, and to see the community that builds here.

We held our daughter's second birthday party at Itsy Bitsy today and it was fantastic. It's a…read morewonderful space - very clean and organized while at the same time offering so many different activities for a group of kids. It's a bright and cheerful space. It's also very spacious - there's a large play area, a cafe in front where we were able to put food to adults, and a back room for the kids to eat lunch and have cake. The owner was great to work with.

Beautiful new space, amazing concept and great staff. I love…read morethat they learn Spanish, art, music,math. So many activities, plus they send out updates and pics of your kids so you don't feel like you are missing out. The staff is very caring and they seem very happy for the kids accomplishments.

We recently moved back to Ohio, and leaving Rayito was one of the hardest goodbyes. The teachers…read moreare wonderful + so engaged. In less than a year, our son had started bringing Spanish home, using it naturally in conversation. They were so flexible with pickup/drop offs (huge plus) and made navigating starting a school program during the uncertainties of Covid so much easier than we ever could have hoped. Their app provided constant updates of what our son was doing throughout the day, which helped make the transition easy and worry free. Gracias Rayito de Sol y a todas las maestras que hicieron que Lucas se sintiera tan especial.

New Einstein's Academy Ravenswood has been a wonderful fit for our children. We were nervous to…read moresend them to daycare and were selective in finding a good fit. NEA has been wonderful! Everyone is caring and attentive to the children, from the site director to the classroom teachers. The curriculum is well thought out, and you can tell the staff care about the children and their roles. Our children have made many friends and enjoy going to school. I definitely recommend NEA!

We were rookies investigating daycare for the first time. We decided on NEA based on the…read morefacilities, class size, price point, warmness of staff, and reviews online. We were honestly nervous about sending our son for the first day but NEA was amazing about preparing both our son and us for this transition in life. Since then, it has been one of the most amazing services we have ever experienced in life. Our son has thrived tremendously and we have seen so much growth in him. He loves his teachers and will frequently talk about them when he gets home. He is so excited every morning to get ready for school. Even during challenging times like sickness or death in the family, NEA has always been accommodating and supportive. We highly recommend checking out NEA.

Great selection of items and glaze. Kids loved it. Would be nice to be able to come back any day…read moreof the week to finish up, but maybe that will change in the future.

Visited Color Me Mime for a birthday party activity and had a great time! There's a great selection…read moreof pottery to choose from, like plant pots, plates, jewelry holders, and decor pieces. They provide everything you need: paints, sponges, brushes, and pencils. It's nice that you can bring your own drinks and snacks (just be careful with oily fingers!). The place was bustling when we arrived on a late Saturday afternoon. Thankfully, we had a reservation. Everyone in our group, including some first-time painters, enjoyed the experience. Two hours was the perfect amount of time. The staff was super attentive, always checking in to see if we needed more paint or assistance. I highly recommend Color Me Mime for people of all ages - it's a fun way to get creative. I'm excited to see how our finished pieces turn out; I believe it takes a few days. Definitely worth a visit!

I'm so thankful for the wonderful care my two daughters receive at Concordia Place. The teachers…read moreare kind, patient, and truly care about each child. Teacher B at the preschool and Mr Sam are awesome with my toddler! They are so caring, patient, and make learning fun. Ms Frenchy and Ms Liz are wonderfull for my infant too. I like all the teacher there. My girls are always excited to go to daycare, and I can see how much they've learned and grown -- both socially and academically. The environment is safe, clean, and full of fun activities that keep the kids engaged and happy. I really appreciate the regular updates and photos, which make me feel connected to what they're doing each day. Thank you to the entire team for creating such a loving and supportive place for my daughters!

My son went to Concordia for 2 years and he loved it! Mr.B, Ms. Fifi, and everyone in the preschool…read moreroom was great. Also ms. Riley in the 2s room, my son still talks about all of them. Never had any issues with Carolyn or Jennifer in the office! We felt our son was safe and cared for, which was a huge relief considering we didn't leave him with many people. Highly recommend Concordia place at Ravenswood!

This review is definitely long overdue but we just wanted to say a big thanks to everyone at New…read moreEinsteins Academy. Our son has been going there for three years, since he was 20 months old. When we were checking out daycares, we toured many places but nothing really felt right until we visited New Einsteins and met Ms. Lupe, the director. From the moment we met her, I just knew it was the place for us. The program seemed great, the space is bright and cozy, and she answered all our questions really well. It just felt like the right fit for our family. Now, three years later, we have no regrets. Our son has thrived there - he learns so much every day, and the teachers are amazing. You can tell they really care about the kids. He's had the same teachers for a long time too, which was something we didn't see at other daycares, and it helped him build great relationships with them. They're always planning fun events all year round - field trips, bake and lemonade sales for the older kids, and in the summer, there are sprinkler days, picnics outside, and even more field trips! One of our favorite things is the annual international concert, where the kids sing and dance to songs from different cultures. Their music teacher is fantastic, and it's so cute to watch the kids perform! We honestly can't recommend New Einsteins enough!

I can not say enough great things about this daycare! The staff is caring, nurturing and attentive…read more My oldest child was here for almost 5 years and we loved every minute of it. We even chose to keep him at NEA instead of sending him to PreK, because the education they provided was so excellent. He is now one of the top academic performers in his class! The facility is spotless and tidy. They take extra care at abide to all Covid precaution recommendations. The staff is great at communicating. We have made so many great friends from the families we have met here. I have recommended this daycare to many!