To echo the other reviews .. this facility is NOT LICENSED by the state of Indiana. They are…read moreunlicensed but registered with no accreditations or PTQ level. The last state inspection showed 9 employees without background checks (the director said it was a mistake) but if you check Indiana website for the report you can see it. I paid a deposit under false pretenses and the director refuses to give it back because it was needed for "supplies" for my infant. As parents, we were told to supply everything. I'm very disappointed in the practices here and the fact that they aren't truthful. Huge red flags. Not to mention, the infant classroom I observed broke the ratio of 1:4 while I was there, they don't follow proper diapering procedures, and allow street shoes on the floors in the classroom where the children are constantly crawling and lying down (which made sense since almost all of them had runny noses and coughs). As a former childcare provider, I have high standards. After everything I uncovered I was very disappointed and uncomfortable sending my baby to this facility.

I needed daycare quickly when my mother was injured and since this daycare was the closest to my…read morejob and didn't have a waitlist (strange because every other daycare in Valparaiso has a long waitlist) we enrolled my 13 month old into the infant class. Immediately my daughter, who has never been around other children, is being sent home with notes saying she scratched this child or hurt that child. I was starting to become very unnerved when they sent me a letter saying if she hurts one more child she will be kicked out. Then they tell me they are moving her to the toddler class. Then they change her toddler teacher two more times. Then I get a note saying she injured an infant (this all happened in about 10 months). During the early morning they have 10 plus children all ages with one teacher until others arrive later. So my two year old was blamed for injuring an infant and I am told I am a bad parent. Enough said I had a conversation with them they didn't like so they kicked her out! They also stole all of her brand new school supplies and kept the $100 I just gave them to update their playground. To top it off one of the teachers constantly makes TikToks in the daycare with some of the children and is constantly on their phone (aka no is watching your child). They also would leave my daughter in a high chair for God only knows how long (so many stool stained pants to count). They lie when they say they are open till 6:00pm because they complained the one time my husband came after 5:00pm and they said they aren't open past then ever. They also complain if you bring your child in after 9:00am, which makes no sense when you are paying them for childcare. They have an app they never update. They would also say every day my child threw her food on the floor so she didn't eat. What an unorganized, unsafe, and careless place. I feel horrible for the children that still attend.

We love The Children's Center! Everybody is always so welcoming and very interested in my child. My…read moredaughter loves all of her teachers and cant wait to go to school everyday. My daughter has learned so much in the short amount of time that she has been there and it just wipes away all of the fears about daycare. I know everyday when I drop my daughter off she will be taken are of the best way possible!

The Children's Center (TCC) has been perfect for my family and me. We started attending preschool…read moreclasses in February 2010 with my two oldest sons. They did not need to be potty-trained and TCC worked with us to accomplish that goal. In March 2010 we decided to enroll our then 3 month old in the infant room and TCC worked with my schedule so that everyday I could come and nurse him when I needed to. The Zoo-phonics used at TCC has helped advance both my older boys in their current school and at ages 5 and 6, they are working on reading to me at night! My 4 year old is still with TCC and I love the faith based stories they teach him. He asks many questions about God and prays at home before meals. They work on gifts for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas and more in order to teach the children about giving rather than receiving and they have the best programs in the spring at graduation time. We have also just enrolled our newest family member into the infant room, another son who is now 3 months old and we are looking forward to all the wonderful things he will learn just like his brothers did at TCC.

I have visited multiple daycares in our area searching for one that felt like my son would get the…read morebest care/have the most fun. I have never sent my child to daycare so I was very hesitant and nervous. I had my aunt come with me on every tour I went on, and we both agreed on so many things. Kinder care we both agreed felt the most comfortable, welcoming, and just more at home/down to earth. For the price you pay for child care we expect to be able to show something for it, whether it be excitement at the end of the day, or fun activities, anything really. And Kinder Care provides that. My child was nervous going to daycare as was I, this was a huge step for us both. He's 5 and I was waiting for the water works to start as soon as day 1 came. But to my surprise he was excited, I think the fact that they had some kind of activity everyday planned out got him interested. Not only that but as his parent I felt comfortable when they actually looked out for my child. Day 1 we walked into his age group and he was uncomfortable, wouldn't leave my side, didn't talk to anyone. The director Eryn came in after watching him and told me she thought he would be most comfortable in another classroom. I said whatever you think, we pulled him into a different age group and the difference just walking into the other classroom compared to the first was HUGE. He immediately sat down and started playing and he wasnt even nervous anymore. Its been a few weeks since we started our journey and I currently have nothing negative to say. He is so happy every time I pick him up, tells me all the stuff he is doing, and is getting some great interactions/making friends. I also want to add I love that everyone seems to recognize everyone. It didnt take long before staff just started knowing not only my child's name but putting my face to the child. I also have to give a special shout out to his teacher Miss Denise, he thinks she is the best! She has also been super helpful in being extra considerate when he may have a hard day here and there and not only do I appreciate it, but he does too. He said she really cares.

I've been sitting on this for a few months now, just praying on whether I should even say anything…read more But after seeing another parent finally find the courage to speak up about how they treat folk here, I knew not to keep quiet any more. My daughter actually pulled my grandbaby out of this program a while back, and a big part of that was because the way the front office carries themselves I'll never forget the day I went in there to pick up my grandbaby. I had a simple question about the sign-out, and the way the lady from the office spoke to me... it was just demanding. It was not just being "busy" it was a "better-than-you" attitude that made me feel like a nuisance just for standing there. At my age, I've dealt with plenty of schools and programs, and I know when someone is looking down their nose at you. It's a shame because you're trusting these people with your heart and soul, but they act like giving you a respectful answer is doing you a favor. If the admins can't show a grandmother some basic professional respect, they probably can't show a grandbaby any respect either, you know what I'm saying?

We have been to multiple daycares before hilltop. They are the best as far as communication, and…read moreresponsiveness. They take the best care of our daughter. While she adapted she would cry but then quickly started running into her classroom to see her friends and teachers.

We currently have two kids in daycare / school at Hilltop. We call it school even with them being…read more10 months and 2.5 years because they learn so much! My husband and I both work full-time and need a safe and reliable place for ours kids to be during the day. For us, that is Hilltop. We have felt comfortable and confident in their abilities since day one and love that our children are able to learn and grow at Hilltop! It's the best!

Very inconsistent program. High turnover rate for staff. Have been through multiple directors.read more

This is the most amazing early learning center! We have sent both of our boys here starting at 12…read moremonths, and our experience has been nothing short of exceptional. The director is a hands-on, dedicated advocate for the kids. There is very little turnover in staff, and we have loved every teacher the boys have had. I highly recommend this place for child care.

I grew up going to this Montessori school and the best part about this school above all others is…read morethat it instilled a desire to learn. To put an inquisitive spirit into a child is a very difficult task and this facet alone makes this school an excellent place to develop a child's intelligence and their love of learning.

Absolutely love, love, love this school. I was extremely hesitant to send my two year old to…read more'school' and finally felt at ease after meeting the school's owner. I had looked at 6 other nursery schools in the area... She spent 2 hours with me on my initial tour and made me feel at ease. (leaving your child with new people is a big deal!) I knew then it was the right place for my child. Since August I have not been disappointed with the amount of communication, learning and engagement that I see every single week from Chesterton Montessori. I also know how much my child LOVES going to school and what wonderful teachers there are in the classroom. We have seen so many positive changes at home with language, independence and being helpful. The school also hosts many events outside of normal school hours that we love to participate in. I think all the other parents in this school would echo my sentiments and I'm so happy with my decision to be a part of this school.

I love this daycare. My daughter enjoys going everyday, the teachers are absolutely amazing and…read morecaring. Great price and great start for kids before kindergarten!

A great preschool/daycare for my grandson. This is his second year and he loves it. We love the…read moreteachers there and it's a great place to learn and grow!