The absolute BEST childcare experience -- truly part of our family…read more Our daughter was with Miss Lauryn for over two years, and I can honestly say there are not enough good things I could ever write about her or Blooming Blossoms Learning Center. Leaving was one of the hardest decisions we've ever made, and we only did so because we recently transitioned our daughter to preschool. It truly felt like leaving a piece of our heart behind. We began with Miss Lauryn at her PB location and loved her so much that we followed her through her relocation to Santee -- even though it's far from our home. That alone speaks to the depth of our trust in her. Her Santee facility is beautiful, clean, safe, thoughtfully designed, and located in a wonderful neighborhood. Our daughter became her very first student there, and we couldn't have been happier. From day one, Miss Lauryn created the safest, warmest, most nurturing environment a parent could ever hope for. Our daughter had only ever been cared for at home by a nanny, so the idea of sending her somewhere outside our home felt intimidating at first -- but she made the transition seamless. Her program is the perfect bridge between in-home care and a true school setting: loving, personal, and homey, yet structured with curriculum, routines, and so many opportunities for social and developmental growth. Our daughter absolutely THRIVED with her. She grew into an expressive, confident, funny, kind little girl with such a big personality, and Miss Lauryn and her wonderful assistants were a huge part of that. She is attentive, patient, loving, and genuinely treats each child as if they were her own. Her communication with parents is absolutely exceptional. She uses the ClassDojo app and posts photos and updates every day, so you always feel connected and reassured. She is incredibly responsive, understanding, and communicative -- which is especially comforting if you're a more cautious or anxious parent (like we were in the beginning). You truly feel informed, included, and at ease at all times. On top of all of that, her hours are amazing -- better than nearly anything else we found -- and she provides all food, snacks, and lunches, which is such a huge help for busy families. And her rates are extremely fair and competitive for the level of care, communication, and structure she provides. It truly doesn't get better than this. If you are looking for a safe, loving, clean, developmentally focused, and genuinely warm environment for your child, Blooming Blossoms is the very best decision you can make. We are forever grateful for the foundation she gave our daughter and the love she poured into her every single day. We cannot recommend Miss Lauryn and her program enough.

I can't speak highly enough for Lauryn and the entire Blooming Blossoms staff! Our 1-year-old…read moredaughter had never been to a daycare or school before and was very shy, so I was nervous to say goodbye to her. Lauryn made me and my daughter feel comfortable, safe, and nurtured. Lauryn kept me updated throughout the day and helped brainstorm ways to help my daughter adjust. Lauryn and her team have a stellar knowledge of child development and how to meet the needs of the kids. The low teacher-to-student ratio helped me feel extra comfortable. The staff clearly care deeply about the kids and families they serve, and this spreads to the community they create among the families :) Thanks Lauryn and Blooming Blossoms for everything you did for our daughter! They even hugely helped potty train our daughter before she transitioned to school full time - wow!

My children have been attending Little Learner's since August 2023. The teachers are very engaging…read morewith the students and parents and I love the app they use for communication between parent and teacher. It's been a great fit for our family and very accommodating to fit our schedule needs!

When my child started at Little Learners in January 2019 he was coming off of some terrible…read moreexperiences at other schools where he had been bullied and made to feel stupid (and he was only 4!!). I told Little Learners about the past problems we had, and that in some ways my kid was working on rebuilding his confidence. After a few weeks there he began to be more like himself, even wore his favorite pink shirt to school! (This was something he'd been bullied for in the past, so this was a big step.) At that moment, I knew he was really starting to feel safe and accepted at LLP. My kiddo is also not one of the kids who sits still very well. He is fidgety and is still learning to be good at circle time. They have been patient with him and have kept me well informed of his progress. They even let me visit the classroom many times to see what they did at circle time, and helped brainstorm ideas on how to get my child to learn to best behave. They have encouraged me and my child, and have been VERY helpful and very good at collaborating with me to think up ways to best help my son overcome challenges, and learn good behavior. They also have been great at being sure to celebrate his successes and his accomplishments, too. They just hosted the preschool graduation and we were thrilled! They had a nice, big ceremony in a nice venue and they put a lot more thought and planning into the event than I ever expected. It's clear that they really care about the children and parents, and work hard to ensure that the families that attend LLP are happy and know they're appreciated. They really know my son, and all of his likes, dislikes, and his charming qualities and what makes him tick. I would absolutely recommend this place to friends and family.

Our daughter was at MPJFK for almost two years and we truly can't thank her teachers enough…read moreespecially Ms Lori Ms Lisa and Ms Genna. We were so nervous about sending our first child to daycare but they provided such great care and were especially attentive to her allergies. We loved the structure curriculum and thoughtful themes to promote their development in fun ways. Our daughter learned sooo much in her time there. We were truly so lucky to have found this gem. Thank you so much for the great care.

The team at MPJFK has been incredible with our son. He was there for over a year before heading to…read moreTK and felt that he developed and learned so much during his time. We knew what was going on at "school", what to expect and loved that they had structure and curriculum/themes to look forward to. We would recommend MPJFK to any family!

We've had such a great experience with Bunnybears Preschool! Both of my daughters attended, and I…read morecan honestly say it's a wonderful environment for kids to learn and grow. The play-based approach made school feel fun and engaging while still giving them the foundation they needed. The teachers are warm and caring, and you can tell they truly love what they do. My girls were always excited to go in the mornings, which says it all. Highly recommend Bunnybears to any family looking for a nurturing, playful, and supportive preschool experience!

BunnyBears has been such a special part of our family's life since we started our oldest in the…read moreButterfly class at 3 years old. She has excelled so much socially and in her motor skills, routine skills, and so much more. We also brought our 2 year old to BB after being in an at home daycare and were thrilled with the gentle and kind care Ms Megan gives to the little ones. Both kids really enjoy the playground, learning by play activities and the special crafts they get to make every day. Our family loves the events that BB puts so much effort into, like the Holiday Sing, Thanksgiving tea and more throughout the year. We also love that they offer soccer shots (added cost by separate company) on site optionally. Our oldest is transitioning to TK and will surely miss BB, but we are happy to keep our little one there throughout the next 2 grades. Thank you to all of the kind and special teachers and admins. Ms Francesca, Ms Thavey, Ms Megan, Ms Karen, Ms Egle, Ms Tonya. Our oldest will miss you all so much!

This preschool is AMAZING! The entire staff truly cares for my son and takes the time to really get…read moreto know us. I was nervous starting a daycare/preschool for my son, but I'm so glad I picked this one first. I've talked to other moms at events at the school and they say they have had issues with previous daycares and that they're so glad they switched to this one and that it is a much better experience. The kids are kind and respectful and it's a direct reflection of the way the staff handles situations with the kids. They are very play based, with a large shaded playground and lots of Montessori-style toys and sensory items. They've even had a gardening day! They are a big help with potty training and I feel confident in my son's skills and assured that he won't regress because they help give him confidence in potty training as well. My son also knew all of his colors, numbers, and letters at 2! Beyond all of these great features - my favorite is that it is a Christ centered school. They have weekly chapel (that my son loves and sings and dances to the songs), weekly bible verses, and verses throughout coloring sheets and crafts. I'm so happy we found this school and my son is thriving and he really loves his friends and teachers here.

The school has been instrumental and building my son's confidence and providing a safe and loving…read moreenvironment! We are so grateful for the teachers, staff, and fellow students.

THIS PLACE HAS COMPLETELY TURNED AROUND!…read more This daycare used to be really bad and the older reviews show it. This is until their new director Ana took over. Under her leadership, this daycare is organized, calm, clean, and genuinely caring. Ana is present, responsive, and clearly sets a high standard. You feel it the second you walk in. Becca, the two's class teacher, is phenomenal. She's attentive, patient, and truly knows the kids. She keeps the app updated consistently with real details such as meals, naps, activities, photos. I'm always up to date and aware of what my two year old is doing and I can see how happy he is to be there! Most importantly, my son is happy, comfortable, and clearly feels safe with her. Bonus points: Clean, well-run facility Nutritious food Calm, safe environment with lots of engagement This is not the daycare it once was, it's so much better. We're incredibly grateful to be here and would recommend it without hesitation to any parent looking for a place they can truly trust. Thank you, Santee Kindercare!

We've sent our 3 year old boy here for 3 months now. He absolutely loves it and so do we. lt's…read moresuch a positive and fun learning environment, with the right amount of structure, and he is thriving. More specifically: Great teachers His main teacher is Ms. Erica, and he also spends time with others, especially Ms. Becca and Mr. Junior. They are all attentive and caring, and our son loves being around them. If he is in one part of the facility or in the yard when I pick him up, he often insists we visit other rooms on the way out to say good bye to other teachers he knows. When there is an issue, whether it was something our son did, or something he did to someone else (you know like pushing/getting pushed, while not often, it's inevitable among toddlers that it happens sometimes), the teachers communicate promptly and transparently. Great administrators I am amazed at how Ms. Ana and Ms. Daisy are on top of what and how all the children across levels are doing. The are always in the classrooms helping the teachers and checking in on the students, and are really aware of what's going on. They have created an environment of open communication across the staff, so all the teachers and administrators are frequently in contact over the course of the day so that everyone stays on the same page. Great support and communication Our son was in the process of getting potty trained when he started attending. Everyone was super helpful, patient with his accidents, and accommodated special requests. The teachers and administrators were always happy to discuss how our son's day went and align on strategies to help him going forward. The app is great and pictures are uploaded throughout the day so we know what the children are up to. Great programming The children are always kept busy with fun activities. There's lots of painting, crafts, playdough, magnatiles... Every time I show up to pick my son up he's engaged in something, whether an activity at a table, or climbing on a playground structure in the yard. Sometimes he says we can't go home yet because he wants to finish what he is working on! Each child's art is stored in their own folder, and we have brought home a whole pile already. Some of the art is displayed in the hallway, along with a picture of the child making the art that is displayed. They always make sure that every child has art displayed. Our son likes to search the hall for his art and then wants to pose for a picture with it and with the picture of himself making it -- very meta. In short, just a great experience. I've read through all the other reviews out of curiosity. I have to say I'm perplexed by the negative reviews. I'm sure people have had different experiences, and have had the experiences they say. It just seems like they're talking about the same center in a different dimension!

I absolutely love this place for my son! We moved to Lakeside last May when my son was 3. I toured…read morea few other places and Lakeside Presbyterian checked all the boxes for me. The staff truly pour into the children and you can tell there's such an amazing blend of care with education. They provide a classroom setting and an entire curriculum. The program is geared to prepare children for elementary school. There's a spacious play area for the children and the preschool is gated providing safety and peace of mind. My son came from a faith based daycare so having him in a preschool that was faith based was also very important to me. I plan to have him here until he graduates out at 5 years old. The school has not only cared for my son, but also for me. The welcoming nature is so special and I've felt such a warm embrace by not only staff but by parents too. La Teresa is an incredible director who leads a loving and brilliant staff. My son is learning, growing and thriving here and I am so grateful to LCPC for supporting and navigating this important stage in his life.

Nothing but wonderful things to say about LPCC! The staff really cares about the kiddos, AND the…read moreparents. The teachers are so wonderful, and helped to get us over the hump of potty training to potty independence when we first started. When met with typical challenges of this age group, the teachers were great about taking time aside to offer advice, and sometimes just words of encouragement that parenting is hard and we are all in this together. I felt at ease every day dropping my son off here, I will miss waving goodbye to him on the playground as I drive away. :: tears:: thanks for the beautiful preschool memories, LPCC!

They've been great! My kids have had a great experience here. The teachers and the office manager…read morehave all been wonderful. No complaints!

I'm extremely disappointed with this preschool. On one of the instances, my daughter was punched in…read morethe nose by another child, and most recently, she has broken capillaries and a fingerprint bruise on her face. I took her to the pediatrician to have her face looked at, in hopes that she would open up and tell the doctor who really did this to her and to get advice on how to heal broken blood vessels. Unfortunately, based on the size and force of the mark, it may not have been a child. The director said that the child that my daughter named is too sickly to have done this. When I tried to get answers, I was repeatedly dismissed with, "What do you want me to do?" Their solution to bullying is simply moving the child, not addressing the issue or teaching the kids proper behavior. The cameras don't store footage for more than 72 hours, so it's impossible to get answers about what's really going on. The director's response when I expressed concerns about my child being hurt again was chilling: "I can't guarantee she won't get hit again. If you're not okay with that, this isn't the environment for her." I removed my daughter from this preschool and do not recommend it to anyone looking for a supportive environment for their child. It's like the McDonald's of Montessori--cheap and pretending to offer a quality Montessori.

We have been attending Solid Start Academy for 3 months now and are so happy with our decision. We…read morehave a 20 month old that we had at KinderCare previously and just didn't feel like she was getting enough attention, love and support that we were hoping for. Ali and her staff have been absolutely amazing and made the transition for us as parents and also for our little one. What's great is that Ali's program offers a daily routine so that kids are easily acclimated and know what to expect. Her activities include many arts and crafts, outdoor play and both group and individual activities. Ali makes healthy fresh homemade meals and snacks for the kids which my daughter really enjoys. We are definitely very happy about making the move and highly recommend Solid Start Academy. Thank you Ali and Staff, keep up the great work.

We cannot thank Ali, Bridgette and staff enough! Such an amazing group of people! We never had any…read morehesitation or worries when leaving our son in their care. We get pictures throughout the day and our son adores all of his teachers ! I'm so thankful for this school and the love they have for our boy !

This school is a gem. The teachers here genuinely care about their students and go above and…read morebeyond their duties. In the younger grades especially, there was so much creativity from the classroom layout to the activities themselves that I have never seen in any other school. The children in both general education and special education classrooms are given the attention and encouragement they need to achieve to the best of their abilities, and the school makes a strong point of, even in the elementary grades, reinforcing the idea that the kids there are all college-bound and headed for success. As an aside, on the first day when I arrived and saw all of the pep rallies, the pets in the classrooms, and one class who had gone on a fieldtrip to Legoland that day I thought, Wow, if I were a kid, I'd want to go here! After 5 months of close interaction with the students and teachers "behind the scenes," my opinion on that, both personally and professionally, has remained unchanged.

My brother was kicked in the genitals and got hit with wood chips as them being in his mouth, he's…read morein second grade. He goes to the office and they give him an ice pack but that's it, no calling my parents or anything