We were desperate to find care for our 4 month old since multiple daycares were not taking any new…read moreenrollments. I reached out to Kindercare because they had openings and arranged an appointment to visit. We arrived early and as we were waiting to go in we watch another classroom playing outside. As the two teacher started lining up the kids to go inside one kiddo was not paying attention and one of the teachers walked over to him and grabbed his arm. I was absolutely mortified! and frankly in shock. I expected her to get down to eye level and speak to him. I would say this classroom was not older then 4 years old so of course he was not paying attention. My husband and I looked at each other and I said NO way so we left. I am so thankful no one gave me instructions before hand because I would have never have seen what I did. I found out later they don't let you in for tours it's all done virtually....

I found this school during Covid and it was my only option. The tuitions $1400 for a 2 year old…read more They had tons of openings and I was curious as to why... my daughter was only here 2 weeks. She came home with a rash and no one even said a word to me! No cream was applied because as soon as I put cream on it it was gone the next day. My daughter wasn't really interacted with and I know this because everyday when I would pick her up her hair was out. She only rips it out when she's not being watched. She was in a good mood maybe 2 times when I got her. So I started to worry because parents can't go in at all. You can see from the app what they eat and when they nap which is helpful. But I just felt for the amount I was paying the care wasn't up to par. Also when trying to get my daughter enrolled it was a disaster I was contacted by 2 different people saying they were the director. Then one demanded payment before my daughter started then at the end of the month they tried to say I didn't pay! Very disorganized in the office from my experience. To top it off I showed up to get my daughter one day and was asked why I came early? With that being said, I switched my daughter to something that makes more sense and feels right. I attached the photos of the "arts and projects " they did while she was there. One of the Papers is somebody's college schedule... 4 of the papers are just my kid drawing with one color on a page.

Kindercare - Chambers Street, Eugene, Oregon…read more At its core, Kindercare is a great concept for what childcare should look like. I really appreciate the app, which allows parents to receive updates, pictures, and messages about their child's day. It helps me feel more connected to my children and reassured while I'm away from them. I also appreciate the fun events and age-appropriate curriculum Kindercare provides. Unfortunately, my experience at the Chambers Street location in Eugene has been very different from what I believe Kindercare is capable of providing. In my opinion, this location needs significant changes in staffing, leadership, and the way certain situations involving children and parents are handled. My biggest concern has been the leadership. I have had several experiences with the director, Naz, that have left me feeling that communication and professionalism are inconsistent, and that she can be unprofessional and unpleasant in her interactions. I have also personally witnessed interactions that concerned me regarding how children are spoken to and treated, particularly when parents are not immediately present. I have heard similar concerns from other children, although I recognize that children's accounts should be taken seriously but also carefully evaluated. I have also experienced repeated situations where I was asked to pick up my child because of staffing or classroom-capacity issues. This has happened often enough that it has caused problems with my employment and made reliable childcare extremely difficult. Parents should be able to have confidence that their childcare arrangements will remain dependable unless there is a legitimate emergency or safety concern. Another issue I have noticed is inconsistency in how children are disciplined. There have been situations where children appeared to receive different consequences for similar behavior, which can feel unfair and confusing to both children and parents. I have also seen children being sent to sit in the director's office as a form of discipline. I believe the center should review whether its disciplinary practices are age-appropriate, consistent, and focused on helping children learn and regulate their behavior. I want to emphasize that many of the teachers and staff members are genuinely wonderful. My concern is not that everyone working there is doing a poor job. In fact, I believe many employees are doing their best in a difficult environment. The larger issue appears to be staffing levels and the amount of attention each child can realistically receive. In the older children's classrooms, I have seen children attempt to get an adult's attention when they are being bullied or picked on and not receive timely attention. In the infant and toddler rooms, I have also witnessed situations where multiple children were crying for extended periods while staff appeared overwhelmed and unable to respond to everyone. I have seen babies wanting to be held or comforted and toddlers needing attention or diaper changes while staff were occupied with other children. I understand that childcare can be extremely demanding and that staff members cannot immediately respond to every child every second. However, when an entire classroom appears overwhelmed, I believe that is a staffing and management issue that needs to be addressed. I truly believe Kindercare has the potential to provide excellent childcare, and many of the employees at this location clearly care about the children. However, the Chambers Street location needs meaningful changes. I would strongly encourage Kindercare management to review staffing ratios, classroom supervision, disciplinary practices, parent communication, and the leadership at this location. Most importantly, parents need to feel confident that their children are safe, heard, cared for, and treated fairly when they are not there to advocate for them. That should be the highest priority of any childcare center.

It is clear that the people in charge here are very passionate and dedicated to making this place…read moregreat for kids, and they are incredibly welcoming to new families. I was amazed. The director and assistant director, as well as the lead teacher of our kids' classroom were all great. It was ultimately not a great fit for us, but still, it is rare to see many people in this industry as positive and dedicated as at this kindercare.

Wonderful daycare- quality teachers, they serve breakfast, lunch and snacks, great schedule with…read moreflexible hours- school is open on most no school days The backyard play area is massive with multiple play structures and huge area to run around- kids get a lot of outdoor time. They have a garden they use with the kids and bunny rabbits. Cannot say enough good things so happy we found this place.

This school is amazing! They have bunnies and a cat for the kids to take care off. They also have a…read morefull garden. (Sometimes I pick her up and she's eating an apple from the garden.) They are pricier than other schools but their teacher to kid ratio is excellent. Our toddler (now 4) was pretty nonverbal and only spoke a few words. They have her speaking 3-4 word sentences now (and it's only been 5 months). She loves going to school and never wants to leave. Awesome place and we would recommend to anyone.

Our daughter has been at this child care center since she was 9 months old, and now at 4.5 years,…read morewe couldn't be more grateful for the loving, nurturing, and enriching environment she has experienced. The teachers and staff have been exceptional. The center has always felt like a second home, and it has given us complete peace of mind knowing she is safe, happy, and thriving every day.

Vivian Olum has been fantastic for our 2-year-old. I feel relaxed and reassured at drop off,…read moreknowing he will have a stimulating day and be deeply cared for. I love how all of the staff know every child's name and greet them by name when they arrive and leave. I also appreciate the teachers' knowledge and the engaging curriculum. And the facility maintains consistent and open communication with parents.

Our son went to Brighter Beginnings from 1 to 2-1/2. We really appreciate the safe and clean…read moreenvironment Deb provides. He really loved it and still mentions Deb and his friends there. Highly recommended!

This has been our daughter's second home for almost three and a half years. It is a wonderful…read moreplace. Deb is an energetic and creative teacher who engages the kids in all manner of activities. Not only does she create learning units and lesson plans, but she regularly provides the kids with play time outside all year round--a necessity for my outdoor-loving child. My daughter begins kindergarten this fall, and she has said on more than one occasion that she "doesn't want to move on from Deb's." It has been a very positive experience for us having her at Brighter Beginnings, and we're thankful to have found such a safe, warm place for her to spend her pre-K days. I can highly recommend this business!

Our little one is always happy and smiling after spending her day with her teachers at New…read moreDiscoveries. I can tell they really care about my baby, and that makes sending her to daycare much easier. They are always kind, and I really love the app they use. They can update you on diaper changes, meal times, nap times, all throughout your child's day on the app. It's nice to know what is happening and when. They can even send pictures! Compared to other places we toured, this is the one care center we felt comfortable sending our baby to.

My two children attended here for a total of 5 years. We loved the teachers and facility and never…read morehad any issues. It was a safe, friendly and loving environment. The preschool curriculum is effective and set my child up well for kindergarten. would recommend.

We have been at McKenzie Montessori for the past 4 years and have been very happy with our time…read morethere. Both of my kids, now 5 and 8, went through their preschool years at MMI. Thanks to the teachers there, my daughter my potty trained by 2 and has formed life long friendships. The curriculum is always adjusting to fit her needs and she is reading and ready to head into Kindergarten. I am so grateful to the team at MMI for being our safe place during these formative years. We will be back for carnivals and fundraisers and will be lifelong supporters. Thank you!!

both my sons have gone here since they were infants, both 8 and 3. such a positive experience for…read morethem both, from potty training to just an overall great learning environment.

My son has been attending this daycare for about a year and a half, and we've had a great…read moreexperience. He loves his teachers, enjoys his friends, and is always excited to go. Sonya has been wonderful in helping prepare him for elementary school, and I've seen so much growth in him. All of the teachers truly care about the kids, and I'm so grateful we found a place where my son is happy and thriving.

Kid active has been helping me with my son for almost 2 years and he has learned so much and had…read morelove and support here. Its a amazing day care with so many learning toys and amazing teachers and my kid is thriving. They always work with me and my son to make sure he is growing and learning. They provide healthy meals and snacks and they value learning and playing In a healthy environment