We were lucky enough to send our kid to ULP for two years and it was such a wonderful experience…read more He learned so much, made great friends and his growth is so apparent. Erin and Lenora are such talented teachers, and their approach to always lead and learn with kindness and empathy was especially helpful. I can see how much they both guided him and contributed to his positive growth. It was so nice to know that when he was there he had teachers who cared so much for him and were helping him work on the things we were working on at home, all while making it a space he loved to go to. I couldn't imagine a better preschool or better teachers, and would encourage anyone who has the opportunity to send their kids there to do it!

ULP is a really special community and is one of the longest-running preschools on the North Shore…read more They offer a play-based program where all children are welcome. Both my children have attended ULP and it will forever hold a special place in our family memories when my youngest moves on to kindergarten in September. As a SAHM I've found ULP to be the perfect supplement to our family's routine to prepare my kids for school. Erin and Lenora (ULPs teachers) really focus on play and helping the kids develop as members of the preschool community.

My daughter has been going to Little Semlin for almost a year now and I cannot say enough about how…read moreamazing they are. The teachers all care about the kids and have many years of experience in child minding. They put a lot of effort into developing interesting activities for them on a daily basis and take them outside to the nearby parks every single day. My favorite is the Christmas concert they put on for the parents every year. I teared up because it was so sweet and thoughtful. I love, love, love it here and will be sending my youngest there as well when she is old enough.

My daughter attended Little Semlin Daycare for 3 years and I cannot speak highly enough about the…read moreplace. The love, care and respect shown to my daughter by all the staff was outstanding. The exterior of the building is a little tired/dated but you should not let this put you off - it's the magic inside that counts. I would (and do) unequivocally recommend Little Semlin Daycare to any parent.

We have been lucky enough to put our 3 children through Extra Steps, first discovering this gem…read moreover 10 years ago. Teacher Robb made our eldest, and us, feel comfortable leaving him for the first time. Our son took a few days to get adjusted, then didn't want to leave. The 3.5 hour duration and choice between am or pm classes are such a benefit. Our daughter attended a year later and loved teacher Christa. Our youngest is now in his final year of preschool and he loves Larry and Nicole (and Christa too!). The preschool space is bright and fun, teachers take the kids to the nearby parks and/or senior centre everyday and our kids always tell us how much they enjoy/ed the school. The teachers support each child's development, offer to assist with any learning requests and instil the confidence and love of school which led to our older 2 thriving in private school kindergarten. We have recommended Extra Steps to numerous families over the years, even those who have been hesitant due to poor experiences at other schools, and they have all been so grateful for sharing this wonderful preschool with them. Kids are all treated with kindness and respect, which allows for personal development. As our time with Extra Steps will end at the close of this year, we wish to express our appreciation to the teachers for the love and support our kids have enjoyed- we really can't recommend this preschool enough. Larry and Nicole also run the most fabulous outdoor program on Saturdays, which our youngest loves and will continue to do next year.

My son used to go to preschool here and he loved his teachers a lot. Originally he attended…read moreanother preschool half of the week but the head teacher at the other preschool was terrible and treated him like he's challenged kid and she even talked to him like one. At Extra Steps Learning, they helped him to come out of his shell and helped him improve with his personal development without judging him any different from other kids. He improves tremendously ever since he attended preschool here 5 days a week. He's now in Kindergarten and he still talks about his teachers especially Ms. Christa. I like all the educators there but my favourite one is Ms. Christa. She really helps my son to develop social and personal skills there and always treated him with kindness.

We love Creative Kids Montessori & Fine Arts Academy! The teachers are caring, the classrooms are…read morebright and welcoming, and our child has grown so much in confidence and learning. The staff communicates well and truly creates a nurturing environment. Highly recommend!

I want to give a shoutout to Creative Kids Montessori & Fine Arts Academy. My 4.5 year old son…read morejust completed an awesome year there and we were excited to send my 2yr old daughter there in the fall but unfortunately a family issue has taken us away from Vancouver. They have an opening for part time enrollment (Mondays and Fridays) if anyone is interested (a rare and potentially very attractive arrangement for someone who wants to ease a young child into school). Matoula and her team are awesome, the program is intimate with about 8-10 kids, and the families we met were great. Thanks!

Tom Thumb Preschool is a wonderful community preschool! The teachers are warm, caring, and creative…read moregoing the extra mile to connect with each child, meet them where they're at, and tailor activities to their interests. They work with parents to provide each kid just what they need to learn and grow in a safe, engaging environment. The classroom is a lovely bright space with novel activities set up to capture the kids interests every day. They also have access to a great outdoor space and playground, a fun gym, and an extra playroom across the hall. My kid loves going to preschool and he's usually a tough sell!

Tianna is a wonderful teacher! She's kind, patient and full of positive energy. My daughter looks…read moreforward to school everyday, wondering what activities the teachers have prepared for them. She went from wanting to go home early to not wanting to leave school!

Fantastic teachers, fantastic curriculum, and a fantastic group of kids. My son attended for a…read morecouple of years and my daughter is there now and their development has been nothing short of amazing. The staff here does a great job imparting everything from core language and math to interpersonal skills and practical tasks (my 3-year old daughter is teaching 6-year olds how to tie their shoes). The kids get an appreciation for art and music as well. This school is the real deal. I just wish they did K-12... :) Clearly the person who rated this school 1 star doesn't have a child attending it and doesn't know the people or the environment.

Our child was at LMM for a year and a half, and I believe he learned a lot there. The instructors…read moreAubin and Cindy are firm but kind. The thing I found most lacking however was communication with parents. We never knew what the kids were doing at school. No photos, no newsletters, email updates, no work is ever sent home, etc. As a parent I was disappointed, and the teachers were not open to feedback and very strict about their systems. Our new Montessori is a breath of fresh air and our child is more relaxed as well. LMM is a good school but just not the right fit for us.

My daughter was one of the first students at My Whole Earth Academy back in 2014. At that time she…read moredidn't have very good English and had some sort of separation anxiety. Thanks to all teachers and especially Miss Jen for giving my daughter lots of attention and helping her to overcome that anxiety. My daughter has very good memories about her preschool. I always recommend My Whole Earth Academy to all my friends who are looking for professional child care.

Worst school experience, on our first day, my 19month child was playing with some musical…read moreinstruments and one the the teacher was afraid that my child will break it, so she grabbed the tambourine out of her hand and put it behind her......The teacher was playing a plastic box as a drum, and she's not worried if it will break since it's already half broken? My child is only 19 month and she took the chance to let her discover and learn, without teaching her with patience. After circle time that teacher stood up walking with out care and bumped into my child and kicked her into a very sharp table corner, dented her forehead and my child started bleeding. The whole classroom wasn't protected, but right after this happened they started to put up all the protection for sharp corners......I was very upset and disappointed. The principal also called me after, but her phone call made me felt worse, and she said she was going to check back with me and I never received another phone call from her! My child has a scar on her forehead and the dent is still there after more than a month. I have taken my child to many daycare and community center, and we are still waiting to be called on a few wait list, since this school has opening, I thought I could take her there for the time being, but This is the worst school we have been to, and I suggest moms that wants to apply think twice, because they are very unprofessional. If this system could let me choose no star, I wouldn't have given one！

I love this daycare! My child always comes home happy and with new things learned every time. When…read moreI arrive to pick her up, they are singing, dancing, reading or outside playing. I absolutely love the fact that they go for walks on any nice day. I find the teachers are very caring and are very attentive to her individual needs. The only complaint I would have is the cost...but because the quality of care is so good, I wouldn't change a thing.

The most loving and caring environment that I could wish for for my son. While the building is…read moreolder and not the most attractive, the caregivers and teachers are wonderful and very actively involved with all of the children. There are 2 rooms (1-3 year olds) and (3-5 year olds), an indoor gym on the top floor, an outdoor playground and lots of outdoor space to play (fields, forest and lovely walking trails). My son loves Dinosaur Daycare and I know that he feels loved and secure while there. It's a bonus that he is also learning and developing as much as he is, but in a caring environment like that, it makes complete sense. I cannot recommend Dinosaur Daycare enough.