I write this review not to bash Lutz Montessori, but in the hope that their leadership and…read moreprocesses might evolve to prevent similar experiences for other families. What my family went through caused significant stress, anxiety, and sadness, and I would not wish that on anyone else. Overall, Lutz Montessori is a good school. The teachers appear experienced and genuinely care for the children. My son was enrolled in the VPK class for nearly a full year (with just two months left) and we had planned for him to continue into kindergarten there. Toward the latter part of the school year, we began receiving concerns from his teacher about behavioral challenges--such as difficulty sitting still during circle time, interrupting, or hesitating to transition indoors after playtime. The teacher offered several strategies, including using weighted blankets, sand timers, and even seeking occupational therapy. We followed through on all of these recommendations. I stayed in close contact with his teachers, frequently asking for updates and doing everything I could to reinforce positive behavior at home. I even raised concerns multiple times about whether the Montessori method was the right fit for my son, wondering if he might do better in a more traditional classroom. But I was reassured by staff that he was thriving within the Montessori environment . Like many four-year-olds, he had moments of energy and impulsivity. Still, his pediatrician, the occupational therapist, and a county counselor (whom the school referred us to) all offered consistent advice : "He is a young boy. He's too young to diagnose with ADHD, and many children outgrow this behavior." None of them felt alarmed, and importantly--his behavior never interfered with his academic development. Unfortunately, things changed drastically. Just eight weeks before the school year ended, my husband and I were called in for a meeting with the leadership team. During this meeting, we felt pressured to pursue ADHD testing for our son. Statements were made that strongly implied a diagnosis--despite the fact that no one on their leadership team was qualified to make one. The tone and approach of the conversation left me feeling so uncomfortable. Despite my concerns, we decided to allow him to finish the school year, not wanting to disrupt him socially or emotionally so close to the end. But during those weeks, we noticed changes in him: biting his nails, chewing on his sippy cup straw, and acting out in uncharacteristic ways. Then, I received a phone call from the school director. She informed me that she had recorded my son's behavior on her personal phone--without my knowledge or consent. The video was heartbreaking. I saw my son overwhelmed and unable to express his emotions. Rather than offering him a break or comfort, the director questioned him repeatedly and continued recording, placing the camera close to his face. I was shocked. I pulled him out of the school immediately. It's now been almost 3 months since that decision, and my son is in a new school where he is thriving. His new teachers speak highly of him, and I have not received a single behavioral complaint. I will likely always carry disappointment in the actions of the leadership team at Lutz Montessori. Writing this review was not easy. But these are children, and how they are treated during times of emotional vulnerability matters. My hope is that by sharing this necessary changes will be made so that no other child--or parent--has to go through what we did

My granddaughter., who I've been watching while my daughter, who is active duty Air Force, was…read moredeployed for 6 months loves this school. They were happy to work with us when she returned home.

We are so happy with our decision to send both of our kids here. 2 and 3 years old. Teachers are…read moreamazing with discipline and curriculum. My 3 year old can read already. Their communication is wonderful. If we did have any issues, they were addressed and fixed immediately. I would highly recommend this school to anyone. I don't think they need to advertise because their word of mouth is so good. Probably why not a lot of reviews because they don't need them.

I was hesitant to write this review considering my initial love for this school. After reading four…read moreother reviews, very similar to mine, it's clear that this school has issues, borderline discriminatory, when it comes to children with special needs. They lack communication, professionalism and are extremely insensitive. If there are issues with your child that the school struggles with they will not communicate them to you until THEY have made the decision about your child's future. My biggest frustration is that leadership refuses to have the hard talks necessary. Instead, they just sweep it under the rug until they decide to make it go away. While I understand some children might not be a good fit for this school, that is no excuse for their overall lack of professionalism and communication.

We have been part of this school for almost 3 years and we couldn't be happier. Our kids love it…read morehere, they learn so much and they value diversity. The teachers and staff treat us as family. Also our kids love the food :) Thank you Primrose School of Lutz team for all you do for our little ones.

I have three kids and this is our 4th day care. I am thrilled with our experience so far! The…read morestaff always welcomes us in with a smile everyday! The daily communication is phenomenal! Love it!

The ANDES SMART ACADEMY is a second home to my son .the academy is one of the best part of our…read morelife in Tampa Florida and we feel enriched as an entire family to be part of the Andes academy community. The language, the learning, and the love are all great gifts in our lives. Perhaps the greatest gift is the teachers themselves and their dedication to my Sebastian , their development and their safety. I remain amazed that each and every teacher-who I have see warmth and happiness and an endless ability to nurture and be patient with my one 13 month old child That make me field secure that he been taking care in love and same time learning with humanistic touch that is missing in this society.

We really enjoy this place. We were looking forever for our 3 year old after several places just…read moredid not work for him. We love that this place has cameras that we can see our son all day and that they constantly post pictures and quickly reply. We are extremely happy with our choice to put our son at Andes Academy and even though we are not Spanish he definitely gets to experience the bilingual environment and we love that! They are so friendly and clean here which is absolutely an added bonus.

Why 5 stars? Because we will definitely miss taking our son here…read more --- --- --- As of this writing, our son is about 2.5 years old and had been going to Kiddie Academy since he was about 5 months. The only reason I say all of this in the past tense is because we just moved out of state. If not for that, we definitely would have kept him here indefinitely. Back when my wife was pregnant and we were touring all of the daycares in the area, we truly could not believe how expensive they were. Literally, the cost of daycare was the same as a monthly payment for a luxury sports car. Heck, it was even on par with my first mortgage. How does anyone afford this?! But fortunately, while still cheap by no means, Kiddie Academy was definitely the most affordable option in the area. And as first time parents, we *immediately* learned that not only was tuition worth it, but we were probably under-paying. Being able to leave our son in the hands of these lovely people for up to 50 hours a week was invaluably helpful for two working parents. We knew he was in great hands and we knew he was having a lot more fun at school than he would have been at home with us. If you're in the Carrollwood/Northdale area, be sure to stop by for a tour here before you decide on visiting another school. We are excited for our new adventure but sad for our son to leave his first group of best friends. This is my last review of a Tampa Bay business. I wanted to save a place that was incredibly important to us for my last review, and there was no place more crucial to our family than Kiddie Academy over the last two years. Now, it's off to writing about a million businesses in the Houston area!

Kiddie Academy Carrollwood is AMAZING! We have been taking our daughter there for the last year and…read moreher and us have loved it! The teachers and administrator Linda are amazing!

I've been working at Discovery Point Lutz for the past three years, and I can honestly say it's…read moresuch a special place. Every teacher and staff member truly cares about the children and does everything they can to make them feel loved, safe, and excited to learn. You can see how much heart everyone puts into helping each child grow and making every day a positive experience. The management is also amazing. They're organized and genuinely care about both the children and the staff, which creates such a positive environment for everyone. I'm so thankful to be part of this team and would highly recommend Discovery Point Lutz to any family looking for a nurturing, caring preschool.

All three of my daughters truly enjoy going here. They love their teachers and my almost six year…read moreold had an easy time adjusting to kindergarten after attending discovery point for a year. If you are looking for a brand new building with fancy interior it may not be for you but the facility reminds me of schools I would go to growing up in Finland and all the teachers truly care about the children.

Excelentes servicios a los niños!! La mejor profesora de…read moreVPK!! Excelente personal. Mi niña siempre le gusta ir!!

Your child is in good hands, here! My second child attends the VPK program here and absolutely…read moreloves it. I am an elementary school teacher at a nearby school, and 5 of my fellow teachers send their children here. I visited on a recommendation and fell in love. This is the 5th place I've ever sent my kids and my favorite of the ones that were centers (versus home daycares). The director, Tiffany, is personable and friendly and takes an interest in the children and their families. My daughter's teachers Ms. Dawn and Ms. Carmen are very caring and on top of things, and communication is great. We always know what she is learning in class. They also do conferences so you know how your child compares and what his/her goals are for the year. As a teacher, I'm impressed with the curriculum, and never hesitate to worry about my child. She is happy, eager to attend, and comes home happily exhausted after a day of learning and playing. I'll be sad for her to leave and go to big-girl school!

Excelente personal y servicio!! La mejor profesora de VPK. Mi niña nunca quería estar ausente.read more

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