My little girl started in July of last year. She has loved it here! The staff is so professional…read moreand care for my daughter and the other children in such an exceptional way! I would recommend this daycare/preschool to any parent in the Vancouver area! They actually have a curriculum that they follow! My child learns a different letter every week and they have so many fun events/special touches! Thank you so much for your care!!

My daughter (2 almost 3 yo) absolutely loves this place and so does my husband and I. It's very…read moreclean and organized and the kids have a blast. Her teacher (teacher Macy) goes about and beyond to give us feedback on her progress and since starting here her potty training has gotten so much better. We are very happy to have found Red Robin!

The Goddard School in Salmon Creek is amazing. The teachers helped my little guy break out of his…read moreshyness and learn how to make friends. He loves going to school, and asks to stay. The team is always responsive to our requests and needs and always, always puts well well being of kids first. Teachers are valued, respected, and a collaborative part of the leadership team. And, it shows. They're comfortable bring up ideas or concerns, and are greeted with responsiveness. This is the cleanest childcare facility I've ever seen in my life. This is also the only place that I trust my child to go during the pandemic. they already cleaned and sanitized more than any place I've ever seen. Now that's even amplified. Not only does the whole staff love my little boy, and he loves them... Not only have they helped him grow socially and emotionally... Not only does he love going to school everyday... Not only is it's a collaborative team where teachers are actually valued, respected, and listened to... But. I will never forget the night my mother-in-law passed suddenly. Because of the team's responsiveness, I never worried about if I would be able to get ahold of him during a constantly changing situation. It's not only that. I actually felt comfort knowing that I could reach out to them at any point, get a response, and that response would be to fully support my child and my family in any way possible. This school is truly amazing.

Wonderful staff & excellent leadership! My kids have been attending the Goddard School Salmon Creek…read morefor about 5 years and it has been the best experience. They love school and it's a great feeling knowing how happy they are there.

Look no further--this place truly feels like an extension of family. From day one, I felt warmly…read morewelcomed into a community that lives its philosophy of learning through play. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed, allowing students to suggest topics they're curious about, and the school supports these interests with genuine enthusiasm. The staff excels at helping children through transitions, fostering emotional growth and resilience. Snacks are provided, and families bring lunch from home. Expect plenty of outdoor time--there's a beautiful patio that serves as an extension of the classroom, encouraging exploration and creativity. This was my son's very first school, and I'll be forever grateful for the WSU family!

From the owner: Three years ago the WSU Vancouver Childcare Development Program closed. Innovative Services NW, a…read morelocal nonprofit organization is opening the doors again beginning October 2nd. The program utilizes Creative Curriculum while developing skills in literacy, mathematics, physical, cognitive, and social emotional areas. The program as open enrollment for students 2.5 to 5 years old. Please reach out for more information or a tour. Contact information Main line: (360)546-9069 Email: enrollmentWSU@innovativeservicesnw.org

They will secure their bag no matter what. We had a bullying issue and took our kiddo out with…read moreshort notice. My kiddo was 4, other kiddos made her feel uncomfortable for being "too brown". Other parents were not notified. I wasn't impressed. The staff is not trained on how to handle social emotional learning. I wish it worked out, just wasn't pleased with the care with such a high cost. Per contract, we had to pay for the next month because we didn't give a 30 day notice. It was more important to withdraw her as we saw this took a toll on her confidence and comfort in a learning environment. Thousands of dollars to waste in our experience, making something work that wasn't working.

It was my son's LAST day at this school and he worked so hard to be good in class all day. The…read moreteacher made sure to send him home crying by LYING. She said he completely trashed an area of the classroom. My son wouldn't fuss up to it so my husband took him to view the footage. Surprise! He didn't do it. What was the point? He's not coming back? Why did y'all have to do that for? I am so glad he's finally out of this school. It felt like he's been labeled this awful kid for doing normal three year old behavior. The other kids would come up to me during pick up time and tell me how he's been "bad all day." He was placed in a class room where I was told "five minutes of reading or dancing at the carpet" was age appropriate for circle time. Then he moved up to a classroom where he'd be expected to sometimes sit at the table with no toys or activities for 15-20mins while teachers put away cots. Of course he's going to struggle and not control himself as well as the 4-4.5 year olds. He's a fresh three year old coming from a room with no established routine.

We love little acorn! My daughter has been attending the Sunshine class this year, and teacher…read moreLindsay and Jamie are amazing!

We love Little Acorn! My daughter is in her 3rd and final year this year. She absolutely LOVES…read moregoing to school. The teachers have all been amazing, and we really enjoy all the extra things they do throughout the year such as Santa's Workshop. Highly recommend if you're looking for preschool for your little one!

We are very pleased with Lakeshore Learning Center! From the staff to the curriculum everything is…read moretop notch. Previous to the school opening, our daughter had only been watched by us or a couple of family members. So transitioning to a school or childcare facility was definetly a learning curve. The teachers really spent the extra time with our daughter that was needed to help to help with the transition. Really caring and nurturing to her. I feel that real positive relationships are being formed. Great environment to learn. Clean and bright. Safe and personal. I would highly recommend this facility.

Our first experience with childcare outside of our home was with Lakeshore Learning Center. Our…read moreeldest joined when he was 4 and our youngest, 2.5. We primarily have worked with Ms. Kristina, Ms. Gaby and Ms. Journey. Seeing that this was a new experience for us, there were a lot of reservations I had about this new chapter; as with any parent, I was scared that they would not receive that attention they need, the level of care, etc. The teachers at Lakeshore Learning Center quickly put my anxiety at ease after seeing how they took my children under their wing, looked after and genuinely cared about their growth and wellbeing. Each teacher has a warmth to them which makes it very clear that they are there for your kids as both a teacher and friend. I was/am impressed by their structured daily routine and how they keep the children engaged with art, science, dance, song, sensory, etc. The center itself is clean, well organized and operated with kind people. Also, I cannot say enough about how pre-K at Lakeshore really provides the essential tools for Kindergarten readiness. We are thankful and blessed to be attending Lakeshore Learning Center. Thank you for all the love you have shown our kiddos!

this daycare offers the peace of mind a parent should expect from a facility that provides care for…read moretheir child . you get pictures from their playful activities and notifications from feedings an diaper changes . if there is an accident they will call you immediately . I value their professionalism and communication. My 7 year old son who is challenged used to attend this daycare before he entered school but this is where my 11 month old is going now and it's the best . when it come to dependability , consistency, and safety, then this is the place for you !

I rarely leave a one star review, but this childcare center has been absolutely unresponsive. I've…read morenever witnessed such a lack of any customer service whatsoever.

So thankful this school exists. Put two kids through Gardner - the older one is thriving both…read moresocially and academically as he enters high school, and the younger one has one year left here. The small class sizes create incredible opportunity to be seen and heard by all of the staff. My kids love school, and love learning. My kids have learned what it means to be part of a close knit caring community that roots for you, and how to show up and be there for their friends. At the end of the day, my family believes this is the most important gift to give our kids as they grow up - and so we are so eternally grateful to call ourselves Gardnerinos. If you're reading these reviews trying to determine if Gardner is the best option for your child, don't trust me. Or any other review here or elsewhere. Please pick up the phone, come for a tour, ask to talk to actual parent references. This is a community that's passionate about it's kids and the world we're raising them into.

Our child attended Gardner for four years, preschool through first grade. We loved this school for…read morea long time and still think highly of many teachers, families and kids. Unfortunately, we completely lost confidence in its leadership. First grade was a disaster. An inexperienced teacher was put in charge with inadequate oversight. Parents raised concerns about classroom management, kids not having enough time to eat, cleanliness, bullying, an angry and intimidating environment, physical handling/restraint of students and academics. There wasn't even a clearly established curriculum until parents began demanding answers about what our kids were being taught and how progress was being measured. Our child went from loving school to having sleep problems, anxiety and major behavioral changes. At one point our child was hiding behind a classroom door and under desks crying during an activity involving sewing and hot irons because they were afraid of being poked or burned. We raised serious concerns directly with Head of School Courtney Tomlinson and told her in writing that the problems were affecting our child at home and were "increasing intensity quickly." Other parents were raising concerns too. It took parents organizing, demanding answers, discussing withholding tuition and pulling our kids before the teacher was finally placed on leave and removed. What happened afterward destroyed our remaining confidence. Getting straight answers was difficult. Communications were long on words and short on information. Parents asked for an open community discussion that never happened, while the Board publicly backed Courtney. Less than half of the students are returning next year. Families leave for different reasons, but that level of turnover speaks volumes. Gardner has wonderful teachers and families. They aren't why we left. We told the Board we would not return with Courtney as Head of School and would reconsider if leadership changed. If you're considering Gardner, talk privately to current AND former parents. We wish we had.

Love this place! The teachers are so sweet and understanding with the kiddos. The owner is very…read morekind and helpful! If you want a patient, caring, and comfortable place to take your kiddo this is the place for you!

My Son has been attending this center since the day after his first birthday, 4yrs now, I cannot…read morepraise this center enough! I am so grateful to them for all they have done. You can tell that the staff genuinely loves the kiddos and the feeling is very mutual! My Son talks about teacher Teri nonstop and often asks to see her even on non-daycare days. Knowing My Son is safe, and loved while I'm at work is the best feeling I highly recommend!