My family and I were new to the area and I submitted interest in La Petite of Oak Ridge for our…read moredaughter. We recieved a call back and were told they had availability, and they scheduled a visit with us. The visit was confirmed, so my husband brought my daughter to check it out. Upon arrival, the director was not there. They waited and waited but unfortunately the director never came. With that said, the office lady jumped in and offered a packet, but could not offer pricing or much info (main reason we went was to have an understanding of pricing). So I emailed the director and mentioned we unfortunately didn't meet her but I was hoping to get more information on pricing. She responded stating they have not availability and to let her know if we would like to go on the waiting list. This felt a bit cold, as I was initially told the week before there was space, and I didn't even receive sympathy for missing the appointment. Seems to be lack of communication amongst the team, and we did not have a good experience TRYING to get more information on the program. With that said, we will be looking elsewhere for daycare options.

Wouldn't recommend bringing your child here. They kick kids out because they are "too much to…read morehandle" but what kid isn't as a toddler. The staff doesn't seem to connect with the children well, and aren't always very pleasing to be around. Communication is a lack there of, it was always difficult to get information out of the staff if there were "incidents" that happened at the daycare. It doesn't matter to them how long your child as been there if they are "too much to handle" they will not be afraid to let your child go. Although, your child has been there since they were 6 months old. There are better places in the area to take your children. NOT HERE.

We have been at First Steps now for 2 years and the growth our toddler has had is amazing. All the…read moreteachers and staff are so kind and knowledgeable. I will always recommend First Steps to anyone looking for childcare in Oak Ridge!

Terrible place to trust with your children. Extreme lack of accountability, leadership, staff…read moretraining, and the list goes on. Months later we are still dealing with issues from the emotional trauma our child was exposed to here. After providing video proof of excessive discipline that goes against TN Department of Human Services guidelines, an investigation was opened which you can view on the TN DHS website by searching for this facility. I wouldn't trust these people with a potted plant.

Staff are great!! Really do care about the kiddos and are patient!! They all work together and are…read morevery understanding. The children learn a lot to prepare them for Kindergarten and beyond!!

From the owner: If you would like to enroll a child at the Oak Ridge Schools' Preschool, please call the school at…read more425-9101 or stop by the school at 157 Carver Avenue for more information. We serve as many students as we possibly can, however each year we end up with a list of students waiting for a spot. Calling in the end of February to schedule an appointment for Preschool round-up or a Child Find appointment to have your child tested is the best first step you can take to get your child enrolled for the following year. Your child must be 3 years old by August 15th for one of our 3 year old classrooms or 4 years old by August 15th for one of our 4 year old classrooms in order to qualify.