This establishment is no good for the children. The staff here calls the children liars when the…read morechildren comes to them for help they call them a liar ! Ken himself called my child a liar ! I asked him if he was serious , he responded YES! My child went on to get hurt because the staff failed to do his/her job ! His answer was " the child is known to be a liar ! " He said this to me himself today when I called to make a complaint! We as mandated reporter are not supposed to dismiss a child claims because we dislike the child ! That's what the staff member did, because I was on speaker at the time this event happened!! I know what happened! Ken wasn't there (of course) because I asked to speak to Ken at the time ! Unfortunately you & your staff failed as a mandated reporters ! Worst of all the owner rather call the child a liar ( who went to his staff member for help ) to make things right !!! A simple I'm sorry I'll make sure I'll handle it ! ( not that my child is a liar ) because that's what he did ! Shame on this establishment! The staff member was out of line & because of his staff member a child WAS hurt who knows how many others ! A child he called a lair today !!!! Beware of this establishment!!! If your child comes to them for help , they will call your child a liar & claim they care !!!! I take no pleasure in making this yelp , however my child was hurt not his ! could have been prevented! Instead he called my child a liar ! And more parents need to be aware before they make the choice to bring your children to them . All we wanted was to make him aware of what happened. he decided to call the child ( who was hurt after the staff member failed to do their job ) a liar ?! you sir failed as instructor & a protector of the children , this sir is not Honorable!!!! You took the art to protect not to cover up ! This establishment is the reason our children won't come forward! No matter what you convince yourself sir of , it will never change that a child was hurt after your staff member called him/her a lair and did not report it ! Ken himself told me my child is known as a liar! Wow wrong response to an irate parent whose child was hurt & who called you for at least some concerns ! Thats what this comes down to & he failed to understand that!! He can respond like he did on the other review. Unfortunately that will never change that a child was hurt your staff member called could've done the right thing but they didn't! They decided to call the child a liar ! Shame on you Sir . You failed the children you claim to care for !

The Best. My two boys are little dragons, they love this place. Master Ken, the owner of CFMAF, is…read morea great trainer and is great with kids and finds unique way to each child. They offer summer program and after school program. During summer camp my kids went to many different field trips and loved it. Its great especially when you are a working parent and can't spend every sunny day outside with kids. I would recommend this center to everyone (not just kids, there are adult classes too)

Our daughter started there last year in the 3yr old program and from our first initial meeting til…read morethe day she started again this year it has been absolutely wonderful. The staff is so caring, patient, and professional. Recommend to any parents looking!

Building Blocks has been nothing short of amazing for both of my children! I first called 10 years…read moreago on a whim, as I drove by and was able to turn around and view the center right away. I met Sheila and Carrie, and as a new mom I was both exhausted and nervous for the new chapter ahead. I noticed children saying hello to both of them, and coming in for hugs (nothing like what I saw at other daycares in the area). I felt so comfortable talking to them about my daughter's care and how all of this would work. I left knowing 100% this was the place for my daughter, Marley. She started in the littles room and transitioned very well, we have had tons of amazing teachers (some had moved on/retired) throughout her time there and she was spoiled! The staff always sent photos of her playing, laughing and getting hugs from teachers. It was good to know she was taken care of. I haven't ever had an issues with bullying, biting or hitting and if something did arise, it was addressed immediately and I was notified. When Marley was in grade school she did bus drop off to building blocks and their summer camp program- both of which were amazing! Flash forward a few years and my son, Cairo was born. It was a no brainer when we needed him in daycare, I called Sheila and Carrie. At each level Cairos is taught manners, abcs, counting, potty training.. all of the things, I am so thankful for all of the years we have had at this location. When Sheila left, my family was so sad but even happier that Carrie was stepping into the director roll. She has and will always be such a joy. I have never seen her other than with a happy smile on her face, greeting the parents and kids. The staff at this facility, especially Carrie, Sheila and Brenda, Mrs Desiree, Ms Amber and many more have become more than just the people who helped raise my children, but true friends. I write this with tears in my eyes knowing my son will be moving onto kindergarten this fall, and I don't know what life will be like without seeing them every morning. Thank you Building Blocks, for all of the laughs, convos and for providing a safe place for my two kids. We will miss you all! If you are on the fence about this place- TAKE YOUR CHILDREN HERE!!! You will not be disappointed

This daycare is awesome. all staff are super friendly very helpful my twins are going to be two…read moreyears old they started here at age 6 months. my twins are learning so much. rooms are always clean, nice huge play area. staff are always on top of things I feel good having my twins here, knowing their in good hands, I have nothing to say bad about this place HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Do not recommend sending your child here. My child would almost never want to go and would have…read morecomplete breakdowns if we sent him. Most staff is very rude and fake. They do not follow through with things they say they will do. They blamed my child for most of the issues going on instead of trying to figure out the root of the problem. They will make for an awkward time when picking up your child or dropping off. They make false accusations. The list goes on.

Great preschool. Kids love it. Teachers are caring and creative. Good mix of students.read more

Great place! Staff is wonderful. Very caring and family oriented. My kids love it here!read more

Not sure why Denise L doesn't want you to enroll your kids here, it's an excellent daycare. My…read morechild has been here since he was 10 wks old; he is now 5 years old. Peanuts has some great teachers who are very enthusiastic about teaching, exploring and nurturing. I give them an A+.

Ms. Gina and all of the staff at First Step are wonderful. They are very attentive to my…read moredaughter's needs and take their time to listen and address concerns. I had been to several Nursery Schools prior to going to First Step and I'm so glad that I waited to make a decision. My daughter is in her 2nd year there and I'm sad to think about losing the support of this school next year. She has learned so much from the curriculum and every day I see the progress. First Step is doing a great job in preparing her socially and educationally for Kindergarten. Thank you!

Would not recommend this preschool to any parent out there. Ms Gina O'Connor owner of this school…read moretook advantageous me and my special needs child. Ms Gina O'Connor also overcharged me for services that I did not receive. Please be advised to all parents out there that she will take advantage of you and act as though she has done nothing wrong.

I was there from Pre-K in fall 2003 all the way till 5th Grade in 2011! So glad I got to revisit…read morethis school in 2019 after 8 years for the special anniversary event. Got to meet some old teachers, went to the library that has renovated a bit since my last visit, and even loved watching a long slideshow of old pics of students & our school.

This is not just a bad school -- this is a dangerous place for Black families. My children were…read moretreated unfairly, disrespected, and targeted. My daughter did not progress at all while attending, and only after switching schools did I see her finally begin to grow. My son's time at Vernon High was just as awful: the attitudes from staff were disgusting and racially biased. And after everything, they even called ACS on me for no reason. Parents, do not let your children go through what mine went through. Stay far away from this district.