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When our son was brought into Sunset Academy for a tour we set the expectation that he might be behind socially, as well as a bit bolder or more assertive than other kids due to his size. He would also have trouble with eating on his own and naptime, especially in a new place. The director told us not to worry and helping our son along with all of this was their job, they were the experts with college degrees and training in child development. He did have trouble sleeping, but within a handful of times spent at the center he knew to go to his cot and be quieter, he was learning to model after the other children. However when he awoke crying for mommy and daddy, a common occurrence, they sent him out into the hall alone, then called for his mother to pick him up. This taught him that crying would result in getting what he wants and this was ok, also that nobody at the center would be there for him. The center (on their website when we had signed up) had indicated that we could be part time for the first 2 months our son was in daycare. It was brought up multiple times to the owner during the tour as well as the office Manager Nina that this was the case. our son's first week at the center, the owner and Nina approached our son's mother and indicated that they weren't aware he was only part time. She made it very clear they'd stated that and the owner agreed verbally to allow 2 months to be part time. At the end of May, the owner approached Crystal and indicated that he never said "two months" his policy was "one month" which had at that point changed on the website as well. He told her that she could start June 7th as full time and we adhered to that and started him full time on June 7th. That day, we showed up as planned on Monday and after 1 hour, our son was sent home because they were "understaffed" and unaware that he had been switched to full time (despite the owner being the one who insisted on it, we did not). This was the same monday of the week he was kicked out on Wednesday. Two days before our son being kicked out of Sunset Academy (the day after the above incident), our son's mother was sent home in the morning with a series of 'Incident Reports' from Sunset about our son's trouble sleeping, eating at the appropriate times, and not "interacting" with other children. This is a clear violation of the "Parent's Handbook" that is provided on the Sunset Academy website that indicates they will make every effort to work with the child and their family before forcibly removing them. Two days is not a reasonable amount of time, especially since there were no real details or plans for how we could help improve, just problems we were aware of now. The only thing that was offered was that our son should have his occupational therapist come into the building, which we immediately (that day) arranged with the occupational therapist to find the best day that would work for all parties. In addition, these "incident reports" were handed to us all at once and there was only one with a date on it, which was from a previous week. We were suddenly expected to solve all of these problems in 2 days (with literally only that amount of notice). To be clear, these were not brought up in any official capacity prior to this situation (our son's teacher had indicated he had problems sleeping and adapting but they were working on it, they had reached out asking for some ideas, and we provided them and it seemed to be improving, the teacher even said as such). Before we get into the date he was kicked out, we're like to provide additional incite into the center and how they treated our son during the time he was there. Our son was sent home early from Sunset 2 out of the 3 days he was enrolled . There were a variety of reasons that they provided to us: they had meetings to conduct during our paid time, our son did something they didn't like, or they had some staffing issue. One time in particular one of their faculty was sent in while already injured and they asked for volunteers to come pick up their children-- which we complied with despite it causing us additional stress and our son having had little time in the center. Often when our son came home after being at Sunset, he would be extremely hungry and thirsty. When we would watch on the video, they would place him in front of his food, he would wander off, and occasionally they'd put him back but in most cases that we saw, they did not... More here... https://bit.ly/3y0nBVG read more

Both of my children have been in Sunset before. My daughter had to have heart surgery so we pulled her out and they were very friendly about the whole situation. Then my son had to be pulled out because of the time he would have to spend at my mother's with the surgery because of the surgery. They were very friendly and helpful in the process. Now I am happy to say they will both be going back. All of the teachers are the best part. They are so good to my son and send me pictures daily of his activities. They provide healthy snacks and have fun playground sections for each age group. My son's vocabulary, letters, numbers and social skills have all improved so much since he has been there. I can't wait to see all of my daughter's improvements. I highly recommend Sunset. I feel it's not the cheapest in the area but defiantly the best. They do so many activities with my son's class. They have art projects and seasonal projects. They learn about respect and friendship. They are awesome because they have early drop offs and late pickups. I don't always utilize those options but when I do it's really awesome. They facility is very clean and has high cleanliness standards. The kitchen always provides healthy snacks even for my son whose a picky eater. read more

My son is in the Panda 1 classroom with Ms. Marissa and Ms. Jordan and they are the most incredible teachers I could have ever asked for (for my son)! They are fun, attentive, thorough, patient, and extremely kind. I am so happy that my son gets to spend a lot of his days with them. Sunset Academy, overall, is a wonderful school. All the other staff are warm and friendly and we are just so happy that our son goes to this school! They also serve the children creative and well-balanced meals as well as provide them with a great outdoor space to play. read more

My husband and I have had our daughter at Sunset since the beginning of 2018. During our time at Sunset our daughter has learned so many great things. She has gone from a picky eater to eating everything we put in front of her- all of the kids eating lunch together has helped this so much. One of the best things we have seen in the class rooms is how Mrs. Melissa and Miss Lindsey care, lead and teach the kids in the Koala 2 class. The teachers have so many fun activities they do with the kids. The amount of arts and crafts and creative games they enjoy with the kids makes us happy we chose Sunset Academy. Our daughter always comes home happy and we cant thank Sunset Academy enough for keeping the care at such a high quality and the price at a low cost. We are so thankful our little girl is well cared for and safe at Sunset Academy. Thanks Kelsey H. read more

My husband and I love this "school". Our daughter went there from the age of 14-18 months and will be returning within the next month along with our 6 month old son. All of the teachers that we have met and worked with are wonderful and seem to truly enjoy the children. The curriculum that they offer is great. Our daughter learned a great deal from Sunset Academy, and we can't wait for her to return. The only thing that we aren't crazy about is the lunch menu, but fortunately we eat very balanced meals at home. I imagine that this is the menu with least resistance from the children. We care a great deal about our diets, but are more concerned about the care of our children. We recommend this "school" to anyone in Longmont that is looking for daycare. read more

Generally, you get what you pay for. Sunset Academy is a big exception. My wife and I searched around Longmont for a caring day care for our lovely daughter and son. We used that general rule and tried some expensive options, but was not successfully, until several friends introduced Sunset to us. We didn't have high expectation because of the low tuition fee at Sunset. However, our kids love here. Later on, we found the secret, the only secret: there are great teachers here, really really caring teachers, really really nice people. Ms. Diane, Ms. Vanessa, Ms. Julie and Ms. Leslie at Brown Bears, Ms. Toni, Ms. Bridgett, and Ms. Becca at Polar Bears, Ms. Jamie and Ms. Patty at Koala Two, Ms. Christi and Ms. Leewitt, ...... I hope I can list all their names here, as they are all great. If your kids are suffering and complaining the "well-know" daycare providers, try Sunset Academy and feel the love and care your kids deserve. It could be a happy gift for your family! read more

I just want to give a thumbs up to Sunset Academy. I teach an enrichment program at several local child care centers. I see a loving, caring, dedicated environment and staff when I am at Sunset Academy. There is a team effort between the director and the rest of the staff, to give the children a safe, educational, loving place to be each day. The center is clean and bright and welcoming. I enjoy the staff and the children immensely when I am there. read more