My 3-year-old daughter speaks only Spanish and had never been cared for by anyone outside of our…read morefamily. I first enrolled her at Coastal Hope Academy (formerly Kids City USA), and after three weeks of trying, there was little to no improvement. She cried throughout the day, and I was repeatedly told that this was normal behavior. After the owner suggested that we stop speaking Spanish at home, I decided it was time to find a different environment for her. We transferred her to Ellison Acres Preschool, and what a difference it has made. From the very first day, my daughter was a completely different child. She would come home excitedly comparing the two schools, telling me how this one has so many toys, colorful chairs, a more comfortable place to nap, and how much fun she was having. What stands out the most is how the teachers make every effort to communicate with her and include her in activities, despite the language barrier. At her previous school, she often seemed isolated and as though she did not belong. Here, she feels welcomed, supported, and happy. The tuition is also more affordable, saving us about $60 per week. Another thing I truly appreciate is receiving a summary of her day, which allows me to know what she has been learning and doing. As a parent, that means so much. I am incredibly grateful for the teachers and staff at Ellison Acres Preschool. Seeing my daughter excited to go to school each morning has been such a relief, and I wanted to share our positive experience with other families who may be searching for the right place for their child. Thank you for the great care of my most value possession. Xio.

I have had two children now attend this school. One is 13 and one now 5. I can't say enough…read morewonderful things about the Director Jackie and the wonderful teachers! They have been such a blessing to our family over the years. Both of our children learn differently and have different types of personalities, and they have handled both with such love and compassion as if they were their own. I refer everyone with kids here as this place knows what they are doing and how to keep my children engaged and excited in learning and safe. If you're looking for a great environment and family atmosphere, this is definitely the place for you and your child!

I put my child in this school because the public middle school had a bad reputation. Well, this was…read morea huge mistake. My son who always had exemplary behavior, got bullied daily by four children. Despite going to the director,Ms.Kelly Libby nothing was done. My son who was a happy child , started crying daily because nobody did anything about the bullying. I reached out to MsKelly to no avail. This one particular boy put a beeping Apple Watch in my son's ear at recess. I didn't find out till my son Logan told me a month later. I told ms.libby via email. Her response was "Oh it happened a month ago, he's no longer allowed to bring his watch" ok so she basically did nothing because it happened a month ago. This is just one example of what was done to my child. I later received an email from her stating there was no evidence of bullying and that I should contact my son's pediatrician. I guess she was implying counseling. My son had two sessions and the therapist felt there was no need to continue. Prior to me putting Logan in this school , he was a happy child. I noticed that was changing. Each morning he was crying and felt very anxious. After trying with the direction ms.Kelly and his teacher ms.esther I pulled him out. These people were supposed to provide a safe environment which they did not. My advice think twice before u put your child in this school.

My daughter went here and it was a great experience for her , mrs esther is amazing , she deff…read moreevolved while at this school. Grateful for them.

As of this morning, I'm pulling my 6th Grader from Imagine School at Town Center!…read more The folks at the school are incredibly nice, and very helpful when you walk in requiring assistance of one kind or another. You're always greeted with a smile and assured everything will be taken care of. The problem? They don't follow through! My youngest son has always been an A student. Not to suggest he's perfect. He isn't. His A's have been hard won, and it's required a balance of teaching, parenting and great communication, which we've always had with his teachers. When he would start to slack off or not hand in homework, I made sure teachers knew that I was there, ready to respond. We recently received an email from his Math Teacher saying he was missing 9 assignments. (FIRST QUESTION: Why did it take getting to 9 before anyone contacted me?) I immediately contact the teacher by email requesting a list of the missing assignments and a meeting. To date, I haven't heard back. A little back story: My son started the year at a different school and was on the waiting list at Imagine. I guess they expected him to know their rules even though he wasn't there for orientation. As it turns out, the math teacher sends home a list of the weeks assignments every Monday for parents to sign, which was the reason we were supposed to know our boy was missing homework. The problem is that we didn't know she did this, and had NEVER sign one. You'd think that would be enough of a reason to email us and let us know something was wrong. My wife and I called to talk with the school about the situation and finally got a response from Kristy, the school's Assistant Principal. She explained that Imagine has a 24 hour contact policy, and that we should have received a call or email within 24 hours. Very sorry about the entire mess, she promised to look into the issue, have a meeting with everyone in the department and get back to us with the specifics of on my son's issue(s). That was well over a week ago and I haven't heard back from her either. My son recently came home with his progress reports, which contained several C's, two F's and a D. We signed and returned the progress reports with a request for a meeting with the teachers in each class. We still haven't heard from a single one. If you're looking for a great school that will educate your kids and communicate with you, this place isn't it. "Charter School" may sound nice, but going from an A student to a D student in just a few months and being ignored through it all... Enough is enough. We have many friends that teach in the Flagler County School system and when we told them we were moving our son to Imagine, every single one of them told us to be very careful. Some even described this exact situation. I should have listened. I didn't, and now my son is paying for it. I'm moving him back to Bunnell Elementary this morning. ----------------------------------- UPDATE: After enrolling my son at his new school, I returned to Imagine to let them know and make sure my son didn't owe them anything. I ended up meeting with Kristi Kendall and having a good talk. While there were attempts made to contact us, she agrees that we should have been called and that there is definitely a problem, even if only this time. There's a lot to this issue, and my review of one start still stands, but I couldn't walk away without doing everything I could to make them fully aware of the situation. No child or parent should have experiences like this. Particularly when they're so involved. I wish them luck and hope they fix this, and quick!

This is my son's second year at Imagine--he is now in 8th. My twins started kindergarten there as…read morewell a few months back. First I have to say that I have been so impressed with the middle school program. The teachers are highly intelligent, thoughtful people, who genuinely love their jobs. AND my son loves school. (He disliked his previous school in Wisconsin) Though we're just starting out with kindergarten with the twins, I have been equally impressed with their teachers. They seem knowledgeable and sensitive to our kids needs. I've had good experiences with the administrative staff as well. When we needed to rearrange our pick up schedule, the principle and vice principle were extremely cooperative. We moved to the area in part because we had read good reviews about Imagine...I can't believe how lucky we were...honestly it's better than what we expected.

My daughter went through this great school and is one of the reasons I bought my first home in the…read moreneighborhood that I am still in. At that time Mrs. Paranzino was the principal but she has since passed, Both my wife and I volunteered at this school and the staff was always incredible. The honors program did a great job preparing the kids for honors middle and beyond. They are truly one of the reasons that when new partners join one of my companies that I recommend living in this school district. Save your private school money for college - you will need it.

Truly an amazing school. The finest teachers I have ever met. I have spent a lot of time…read morevolunteering here, so I can say firsthand, that the caring, and inspiring way these teachers handle their classes is unparalleled! I am more impressed every year my child is there. (4th grade this year)

Gretchen is a wonderful teacher. She's patient, kind, caring and a very talented artist sharing her…read moreexpertise. I've sent my grandson multiple summers and now my granddaughter.

Shocked to see how long ago a review was!!…read more This daycare is amazing! I was blessed to stumble across this center, in the knick of time. I go to work worry free everyday, knowing that my baby girl is in great hands. They're clean, sweet, and caring. Every staff member makes you feel welcomed and informed. A special and warm shout out to Ms.Rosie! This lady is everything you could hope for! She's the nicest person I have met in a very long time and my daughter and I love her to bits! My baby girl goes to her with open arms! Even on the mornings it's a bit rough to start the day, you ALWAYS walk in to a "Good morning" and bright smile. She's the best! I also want to shout out Ms.Jenn she's so patient and kind! Let's me know my daughter's progress and how she's doing. I can tell my baby got attached to her as well which is comforting. Thank you ladies for your support!!

Best child are in Volusia County. My 10yr old has been there since she was an infant. She still…read moreattends aftercare not bc I need the services but bc she loves going there. My 4 yr old had disabilities and they have really helped her and even myself to cope w it. They are all like family in there. The same staff since my children have been going there. I wouldn't change a thing. Love la Petite and everyone in there

WORST DAYCARE I EVER SEEN, one of the teachers THREW my 3 year old in her bed by one arm. I seen it…read moremyself on their live feed cameras and when i went to get her and they tried to tell me it didn't happen. They even called the cops to have me trespassed because i was upset that they were lying.

Our children are 8 years apart. Our daughter attended Inspirations Learning Center in DB, she now…read moreis getting ready to graduate from elementary. Age 3, our son currently attends the new location in Holly Hill, we drive a half hour one way to take him to preschool at Inspirations North. Over the span of close to a decade Inspirations has continued to be one of the best schools for little ones in the area. Its not daycare, your little ones are prepared for a regular school day at Inspirations and must be at school by 9am, with the curriculum age appropriate, yet the day run like a regular elementary school day. Structure is provided, a caring attitude all the teachers have always had, and very reasonable tuition . The playground is awesome, yet safe while the kids outside so gardening projects, have holiday sing slings, as well as work with parents concerning any issues your child may be having (or; late potty training- they are so helpful and patient). We have had nothing but good experiences at Inspirations. It's a great preschool!

At the Holly Hill location my son went here for less than 2 weeks Brooke is the director blinking…read moreMeyer was my son's teacher blinking Meyer would never say good morning smile or respond with more than a grunt my son hated the school cried and begged not to go Miss Blake and Meyer pulled on his arms roughly and unfriendly I explained it to Brooke she wouldn't listen this happened again and I explained to Brooke that Miss blinking Meyer was pulling on him in an aggressive or unfriendly Manor. The director Brooke will talk talk talk talk talk about how great she is or her program but she will not let you speak she does not take any minutes to think or process any conversation she called me to find out why I was bringing my son later than usual I explained it was to avoid Miss blank in Meijer who I believed was unfriendly and roughly pulling my son's arms rather than open an investigation she told me I must be complaining about some other reason and not that much blank in Meyer was actually playing on my son she told me I was not a good fit and I should leave and pick up my son pick them up she kept my money for that day she told me the owner would be contacting me that never happened when a school its director and no one follows up on a parent's concerns such as this it should be a huge red flag to any parent