Pulled my son out of this preschool and I would NOT recommend it…read more First off, the attitude from the front desk and director changed immediately after I enrolled. It felt unwelcoming and unprofessional from the start, but I tried to give it a chance. What I can't ignore is how they handled incidents with my child. I was asked to sign an incident report about my son hitting his lip a WEEK after it supposedly happened. Then this past Monday, another child BIT my son hard enough to leave a mark on his shoulder--and I wasn't told until Wednesday. No call the day it happened, no heads up--just delayed paperwork like it's no big deal. That is NOT okay. If something happens to my child, I expect to be told immediately. The fact that they didn't communicate that in real time is a huge red flag. Then they want to be strict about their policies when it benefits them. They called me to pick my son up at 9:30am saying he threw up, but gave me ZERO clear instructions about a 24-hour policy. The very next morning (Friday), I bring him in completely fine, he had absolutely no symptoms and had not thrown up at all since I picked him up the previous morning, and suddenly I'm being turned away at the door with attitude about "24 hours symptom free." Don't pick and choose when to follow policy. On top of that, my son has barely even been able to attend because he's been sick constantly since starting--including the flu and hand, foot, and mouth--and they still expect full payment AND a two-week notice after everything that's happened. Absolutely not. The lack of communication, delayed incident reporting, and rude front office staff made this an easy decision for me. Do better. Side note: the actual teachers in the classrooms have been great. This review is strictly about management and front desk staff, because that's where the issues are.

We've been sending our 3-year-old daughter to The Learning Experience on Fort Apache for a few…read moremonths now, and we are having a wonderful experience. The school has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff is consistently professional, reliable, and genuinely caring. Most importantly, our daughter truly loves going to school every day. She's learning so much while having fun, and seeing her excited to go each morning gives us a lot of confidence in the quality of care and education she's receiving. That alone makes this an easy 5-star experience. Tuition is slightly higher than some of the other options we considered, but we don't mind paying a premium for higher quality. They also offer an outstanding veterans benefit: 10% off tuition, plus complimentary early drop-off and late pickup between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. That flexibility is incredibly valuable for working parents and adds even more value. We're very happy with our decision and would highly recommend The Learning Experience on Fort Apache to any family looking for a caring, high-quality preschool.

Terrible experience leaving the school…read more My two boys were selected for the their scholarship program, which provided 3 months of lower tuition. After some consideration, we ultimately decided to part ways after the scholarship concluded. Everything seemed fine until it came time to collect my children's belongings. Prior to starting school, the administration asks for 5-7 full outfit sets per child, depending on the class and if your child is undergoing potty training, in addition to other items like blankets, towels, etc The first bag of belongings the school gathered for me only contained blankets. Keep in mind, I had two kids attend this school. I wasn't given any heads-up about the lack of clothing and failed to check the bag until I got home as I genuinely trusted the staff to do their due diligence and collect everything. So I called to inquire about the other clothing and it took about 3-4 follow-ups until I was finally told to come pick up the clothing. However, this second bag did not include a single t-shirt or pair of socks. I was told they would search for those items and that I would get an update the following week, but never received a call. When I would call, the faculty would pass me off to each other, each assuring me they were working on finding the remaining clothes and apologizing for not getting back to me. It was obvious they wanted me to just forget about it. They mentioned searching through the laundry room, multiple classrooms, and other rooms. How all those t shirts and socks just disappear is beyond me. Not to mention, my son's favorite Bluey towel and a very nice North Face jacket. After waiting another week, I emailed the director, Lily Hernandez, to express my frustration over the situation. She's always been quick to email back so I was sure she'd offer a resolution. Wrong! She completely ignored me - not a peep. I waited and sent another email but still received nothing. I called and asked for her a few times but was always told she wasn't there. That being said, I've never experienced this level of unprofessionalism, particularly from the director of an educational institution. It was clear she couldn't care less about losing my kids' clothing now that I'm not paying the school. I'm still shocked by the lack of accountability, and this unfortunately highlights the sad state of today's educational climate, where any random, unqualified person can apparently wiggle their way up the administrative ladder without any genuine values or integrity, and end up running a school. Even if it's just a pre-school, we deserve better.

We're beyond grateful for our experience at Prescolaire. Lily - the director, along with Mikayla,…read moreJessica, Raven and Don, have gone above and beyond for us. The rest of the staff is also amazing -- they were so welcoming and made everything feel like such a smooth process for us. We're so lucky to have found them! His teachers are outstanding and truly care about the children. They keep us updated throughout the day with notes and pictures, which gives us so much peace of mind and makes us feel connected to his day. We couldn't be happier with the love, attention, and support Gio receives at Prescolaire.

Nothing but good things to say about the Merryhill Durango preschool. Incredible school, incredible…read morestaff, & an incredible learning environment.

My son has been at this preschool since he was just 6 weeks old, and now at 1.5 years, I couldn't…read morebe happier with the care he receives. The school truly feels like a family community, and his teachers, Ms. Angelique and Ms. Diana, provide such a safe, loving, and nurturing environment. They thoughtfully plan fun, educational, and interactive activities that spark curiosity and joy in the classroom. I feel so grateful knowing my son is cared for by such wonderful teachers every day!

What a great school! The teachers are so loving and really care about the kids. Miss Kelsey, Mrs…read moreUdeni and Miss Jocelyn were amazing, compassionate mentors to my daughter, and so are Miss Mimi and Miss Melissa. The school is managed by Laura Rachelle, Kelley and Matt and they are all amazing as well. I highly recommend this school to anyone who's seeking a safe, caring, learning environment for their young children!

Our daughter attended Springstone Montessori from 2-1/2 years to 5 years old. She blossomed at this…read moreschool. Such an incredible experience. Miss Anna and Miss Mary are amazing teachers in the Springs room. Miss Kelly is an excellent director. Highly recommend this school. Our son will be attending when he's a little older. Thank you!

My daughter has been going to Springstone since she was 1.5 years old. Ms. Mara was so supportive,…read moreespecially when I was pregnant with my second child. She told me not to worry and that she would help potty train my daughter -- and she truly did! When my daughter turned 3, she moved to Ms. Diana's class and instantly loved her. She loves her so much that she even comes home and calls me "Ms. Diana" now! My son has had several teachers, and our family has been through a lot this year. Every teacher and staff member at Springstone has shown so much care and support -- they even text me after hours to check in on how my son is doing. Springstone truly feels like one big family.

The teachers are the reason we continue to stay at Springstone…read more Ms Titi and Ms Ashley have welcomed our daughter to so much opportunity and learning. Ms Titi and Ms Ashley have taught my daughter patience, respecting others, and to be more independent. Our other daughter has transitioned into Ms Diana's class. She is AMAZING. She was highly recommended by her previous teacher and others. Our 3 year old has loved being in her class.

The school is an incredible private institution where your child won't get lost in a big crowd. You…read morecan feel confident that your child is safe and receiving an outstanding education. The staff here is friendly and supportive. I wish I had enrolled my child sooner, and I highly recommend this school. The fact that they also offer middle school is an added bonus.

I registered my child to a kindergarten and the staff was extremely helpful assisting me filling…read morethe application.

I truly can't say enough great things about this school. We previously attended a much more strict…read morecurriculum school which is amazing but we decided we wanted something more faith based and from a place of love. We get weekly newsletters of what's happening in the class. My daughter looks forward to school. She loves everyone there. Hugs all around. I'm praying they bring back a kinder class, because I can't imagine leaving after one year. The events they host are incredible. Drive in movie night will be talked about in our home for years to come. We love water of life!

I was so worried about sending my son to preschool at the beginning. But I am so glad that I found…read moreLutheran preschool. Ms. Jenni, Ms. Beth and all the staff were so helpful, friendly and patient. They paid much attention to my boy and treated him like family. This helped ease separation anxiety. They made this transition easier for both me and my boy. My son enjoyed playing, reading books and attending fun activities with his classmates. He loves his school. I appreciate how much the Lutheran preschool made me comfortable and how much they did for my son. Two of my friends family also sent their kids here. We all highly recommended!

Desert Hills Staff are tremendous. Our son is greeted daily by administration who know him by name…read more Their curriculum is solidly based in evidence-based practices providing excellent educational outcomes while keeping the learning fun and engaging. As a newly 3 year old, they showed kindness and compassion as he started, believed him when our year started out a little rocky and encouraged and nurtured his amazing growth this year. We are grateful for the high expectations, clear structure and routine and keeping the care in education that bring us trust and peace of mind that our son is safe, learning, and thriving!

This is such a great school. My son loves it. He's learned so much in the time he's been here. They…read morealso offered him speech therapy. Which really helped him. Everyone here is so nice. I like how they tell how your child's day was and what they did.

I have been part of the Doral Saddle community since 2014, when my nephews first began attending,…read moreand now as a parent myself. In all of those years, I have never felt strongly enough about a school decision to leave a negative review. Unfortunately, only three weeks into this school year, I am extremely disappointed and concerned by some of the changes being made. Over summer break, the school replaced the carpet, and we have now been told that students in grades 1-8 can no longer have snack time. I genuinely do not understand how removing an opportunity for children to have a small snack during a long school day is in their best interest. Adults working an eight-hour shift are given breaks and a lunch period because we understand that people need time to eat, reset, and refocus. Why would we expect children to function differently? Hungry students are not going to be more focused or productive in the classroom. What makes this even more frustrating is that the new carpet policy appears to affect more than snack time. Classroom birthday and holiday celebrations are also being taken away or significantly limited. Lunch has been suggested as an alternative for birthday celebrations, but students already have a very short lunch period. That is hardly enough time to eat their meal, let alone pass out treats or goody bags, sing Happy Birthday, or participate in a small classroom activity. Not every family wants to simply send a goody bag home. Part of what makes elementary school special is being able to celebrate those little moments with classmates. I understand wanting to protect an investment in new carpet, but when protecting flooring begins taking priority over experiences and routines that benefit students, I think it is reasonable for parents to question whether the right decision was made. Flooring should serve the school not dictate the student experience. This is particularly disappointing because I truly love the staff at this school. I love this school enough that I am involved with the PTSO and willingly give a good amount of my free time volunteering, not only for my own children's classrooms, but for the school and its students as a whole. I would not invest that time if I did not genuinely care about this community. I have also noticed a difference in the overall atmosphere this year. Staff members seem more rushed and overwhelmed, and some of the warmth and happiness that has always made this school feel special seems to be missing. I obviously cannot speak for individual staff members or say exactly what is causing that change, but as a longtime member of this school community, the difference has been noticeable and honestly very sad to see. Meanwhile, there are areas where changes would be incredibly valuable particularly the car loop, drop-off, and pickup process. I wish the same level of attention being given to restricting snacks and classroom celebrations were being directed toward issues that have a much greater impact on families every single day. For years, I have happily supported and voted for this school as one of the best. This will be the first year that I cannot do that without hesitation. I sincerely hope the administration listens to parent feedback and reconsiders some of these decisions. I am writing this because I care about this school, its staff, and its students. After being part of this community for more than a decade, it is incredibly disappointing that this is the first time I have felt compelled to publicly express this level of concern. I truly hope this school year moves in a more positive direction and that decisions going forward prioritize what is best for the students and the people who make this school what it is.

best decision I've made for educat for my kiddos. my kid has adhd and he's supported. phones r a…read moredistraction , my daughter had multiple problems using it in class or the halls. but they both know how to use school phones to call me. many school calls from them. his teacher allowed him to call me when he was having a bad day, trouble concentrating.... helped alot. I don't love all their teachers but overall 10/10

The staff is wonderful. Belinda, the Administrator, has run the place for years and she has a…read morededicated team of staff and teachers who have longevity as well. It's not a revolving door there which gives security and comfort to the kids. My granddaughter was blessed with being in Ms Mel's class for Pre-K. All the teachers are wonderful but Ms Mel is exceptional in our eyes because of her genuine affection for Avery and her focused development. Avery bonded with Ms Mel immediately and as a result she has grown and thrived in her class. It is going to be hard for Avery to leave Ms Mel for kindergarten but she has done a great job preparing Avery for her next chapter in school.

They go above and beyond at this creative kids and make truly memorable experiences for the kids…read moreand the family. My daughter learned a lot in the pre-k program. Ms. Mel is very in tune with the kids and their learning and she is amazing. I can't say enough about all the teachers I've encountered there! Thanks Creative kids!