I noticed my daycare had few reviews and I just wanted to share what a great experience we've had…read more Such a professional and caring team behind. Any daycare has challenges and particularly during the pandemic, but TCC has made the experience for our daughter such a positive one. Thank you!

They are not fair at all !!! Minimum payment and too much stress and stuff to do!!! We all asked…read morethem to to something but they always ignored and refused!!!

The Frankland daycare staff are a real cut above the rest. They don't just watch over the kids, but…read moreinteract with them through planned activities, games, etc. Really lovely people. We've had our children at this daycare before and after school for over three years, and they still really enjoy being there. Frankland daycare is like a hidden gem... almost literally hidden in the unattractive portables right next to the school. While they're ugly on the outside, the inside is similar to other daycares. What's more important is the location. It's a big advantage if your child goes to Frankland, and even more so for kindergartens. The room for that age group is actually in a Frankland classroom so they don't even have to leave the main building! And while most daycares have little if any outdoor space, this one has the whole Frankland soccer/baseball field and three different playgrounds for supervised play. We recommend it highly!

I don't give 5 stars out easily, but this place is where a part of my heart is…read more We started coming here, when our eldest was 18 months. Drop offs were no longer as hard as they once were. The last daycare was double in price, and did not have the same kind of strong programming that Bouts d'Choux does. The preschool group charges $817 a month, to give you an idea. I would not hesitate to recommend this place to friends and family: I fully trust the way this daycare is organised. The caregivers have been chosen with the right care. It's humbling to see the way they work together as a team, to care for our kids. My kids have been through each of their 4 categories: infant (poupons), toddler (bambins), preschool (classe prescolaire), and finally the afterschool program (maternelle-jardin, ou 6-12). I work with kids for a living, and can tell that much thought, effort, and pride, goes into planning the daily activities, giving a good variety of socialisation, outdoor play, creative projects, daily stories and songs. Their hot meal plan is included. This place is worth its cost, and more. I genuinely love the francophone environment, and perhaps above all, I love the caregivers there. Their personalities, and how genuine they are with the children there. Avec tout mon coeur, je peux recommander la garderie Bouts d'Choux, pour leur programmation effective, leur passion et amour pour les enfants, et tendresses envers les enfants.

Excellent daycare - amazing caregivers. We first discovered this place because his sister had…read moreattended summer camp here for a couple of years (her school daycare did not offer camp). She had such a great time and she raved about the teachers that we decided to enroll our son here for his daycare early (instead of waiting to get off the waiting list at her school). He is thriving here! never a problem with taking him and he actually never wants to leave! (um, what does that say about us? :) I can tell he is learning quite a bit - caught him at 1.5 years trying to count in french, and he can't even speak more than words really (and we are not french speakers, only grandparents). He loves learning via music and their program allows for that! They are priced so well compare to some other private establishments and this is a registered facility, monitored regularly (i know as I happened to see them being inspected once) and they are fully immersing the kids in french - really the teachers actually struggle with English. This is a gem that i think is still hidden.

This is going to make me emotional. I mean, this daycare centre is full of love. They treated my…read moreson like he was their own child. Lorna, Jeff, Katie, and Rudy are just awesome folks. If you want to feel secure in leaving your child at a daycare, choose Friends. I cannot tell you how much they touched our lives. They are attentive, caring and very professional. The facility is comforting because it's in the Quarker Society house on Lowther. It's clean and they have a playground as well as a park across the street. They go on field trips as well. Not only that but they also offer JK/SK and Lorna is a great teacher. My son learned SO MUCH in one year of JK that he spent there. It definitely put him ahead.My son had already been back to visit and I have a feeling he will continue to well into adulthood.

I have had two kids go through this daycare. I really cannot speak highly enough of it. We have…read morebeen through other daycares and there really is nothing like the "friends" experience. They create structure, but don't get bogged down by it. They offer life experience and spend as much as possible exploring through play as a teaching tool. Especially in their backyard oasis. They even offer music enrichment classes. One of the great things about friends is that there are children from the age of two to five all in the same room. Again, this offers a family experience. The staff are also excellent. They spend a lot of time working with the needs of you (yes, you) and your child. The staff here can tell exactly what kind of morning both you and your child have had when you arrive. And they truly help out when it's time to say goodbye to your little one. For anyone in the U of T area who wants an affordable and unique daycare experience, I highly recommend Friends.

We had a great experience at the First Academy Montessori East Campus. Our 2 year old daughter was…read moreat First academy for more than a year and we have never faced any problems. The teachers were very caring and responsive to all our concerns. We received quick responses for all our queries. We diligently received daily log books for the kid's daily activities including food intake and sleep quality. The teachers were always thoughtful and verbally gave us daily updates about the kid's day at the time of picking them off and were at the door while welcoming them in daily. Regular Instagram posts also gave us a peep into what the kids were doing on a daily basis. One major advantage is the cleanliness of the place. The Montessori is very clean and well maintained. We would definitely recommend First academy if you are staying in and around Cornell, Markham.

This Montessori has exceeded my expectations. The caring and loving staff makes it the best…read moreMontessori. My daughter cried for almost two months, the staff from supervisor, her teachers to admin all were so patient and helpful during this hard transition from home to school. My daughter is happy she is enjoying a lot. After months and months of research looking for the good Montessori we are happy to find this one. Highly recommended!

We've went through various daycares in the area before signing up with Kids&Company. I even…read moredropped by few times to make sure what I saw during our tour was what you'd actually get. The site is very well maintained and extremely clean. The meals and snacks are carefully planned by a nutritionists who incorporate diverse menu (fish, tofu, various ethnic menus like pad thai) that incorporates seasonal veggies and fruits. I cannot say enough about the staff though - they truly love what they do and it shows. From the day we started transitioning my little one at 12 months, all the teachers have shown nothing but love and care. They make sure each child is engaged and cared for and I am always grateful for all the work that they do with the children. The webcam access to the room is also a bonus (it came really handy during the first few weeks when it was just as much of a transition period for me as it was for my child - I may have spent a good chunk of my day watching/weeping/laughing). Another added bonus is how responsive the head-office is to suggestions. Parents are encouraged to give feedback and suggestions and they are very responsive to parents' inputs. The weekly newsletter also allows us to know what my little one has been learning so that we can reinforce some of the things at home (ex. songs or books that they have been learning). Kids and Company really is as good as it gets in terms of daycare :)

I highly recommend Kids & Company to any parent looking for a full-time daycare for their child. We…read moreenrolled both our sons at the Finch and Yonge location and have been extremely pleased with the results. Our oldest (now in SK) moved on to full-day kindergarten and has excelled with the help of the preschool learning he received from the Kids & Co. team. The staff are always very friendly and considerate and always look forward to seeing my older son return to visit them. My youngest son is 3 years old and is currently attending the Preschool class at Kids & Co. Finch. He started off slowly with his language skills but since being at Kids & Co. he has quickly picked it up and is now able to communicate very well for his age. He is very engaged and interested in learning and this is because the staff at Kids & Company make learning fun. The site also offers a delicious and healthy meal plan that keeps the children energized throughout the day as well as regular outdoor play, as weather permits. The rooms are well-kept and there are usually two staff members in the preschool room, which helps keep things manageable and allows the preschoolers to receive special, individual attention, as needed. An added bonus is that the whole facility has recently been renovated and it really looks fantastic. The children are encouraged to play together and are taught to respect one another which in turn enables them to create lasting friendships, even at an early age. In fact, my older son still has play dates and attends birthday parties for friends he met at Kids & Company. My wife and I have been thrilled with the service and staff at Kids & Company - Finch. From the Site Lead, Stephanie, to all the staff members, they go out of their way to ensure that there is always open communication regarding our children, so that we can nurture and develop them together as a team. They are always courteous and professional when addressing any concerns or when relaying information regarding our child. My wife and I are very happy with our decision to send both our boys to Kids & Company and recommend them to anyone who is looking for a top quality daycare to put their child into.

My son attended Kinder College from the time my mat leave ended until he started JK and I couldn't…read morebe happier with the amount of love, attention and education he received. When he started JK he was well ahead of the curriculum in reading and math and he still talks about his "Daycare Mom" (Cecilia!) every day! Communication with the ECEs was great, they use an app to record exactly how much they ate, slept and used the bathroom and they send you multiple pictures/videos of your child throughout the day (I was in tears when I realized kindergarten doesn't do that!) All of the ECEs seem to love what they do. I looked at other daycares after we moved to the suburbs but none of them had the same level of energetic staff with bright, happy kids so I had no choice but to drive my son in to KC every day for a year and a half until he started kindergarten. They have a system for free parking and "baby-valet" which is handy if you drive... they always seem to be innovating and adding extras without increasing the tuition much from year to year (1-2% I think?). I would highly recommend KC.

Our one-year old daughter has been at Kinder College for two months now and we are extremely happy…read morewith the amazing staff and excellent care she receives. They truly care and go above and beyond. There seem to be a few people dragging down the centre's rating based on their own misunderstanding of the centre's deposit policies, which are very clearly spelled out and explained (and similar to other centre's policies). Don't let that fool you - this is an excellent child care centre that I fully recommend.

I have been employed at Little Tots' Manor for approximately 3 years. Little Tots' Manor provides a…read morewelcoming environment with an academically enriched curriculum for children 6 weeks to 5 years! Our programs and approach are tailored to ensure each child receives the highest quality educational opportunities at this crucial stage in their growth. There are 3 parent-teacher interviews September - June to discuss your child's individual development. During COVID-19 the parent-teacher interviews are being conducted virtually over the Zoom app. Our qualified and dedicated staff focus on every aspect of who they are - preparing them not only for school but for life. All our teachers have cleared vulnerable sector checks, first aid, and CPR as well as the required schooling or experience to be an early childhood educator or early childhood assistant. We strive to create a home away from home for children to explore 'learning through play' and develop to their best potential. Little Tots' Manor has minimal closures and no screen time for children. Each class is equipped with a computer and tablet to communicate with parents and/or caregivers through the HiMama app. The preschool classes have Smart Boards installed for children to have hands-on interaction with technology that is educational. Little Tots' Manor has an in house chef who preps and cooks all meals on-site and a Joint Health and Safety Committee. The Founder, Director, Supervisor, Assitant Supervisor, and Assistant to Director are available to support the staff or answer any question the parents may have. Little Tots' Manor has a board of directors and each class has a family class representative. The family class representatives are veteran families of Little Tots' Manor. The management committee conducts annual staff reviews, staff qualifies for benefits after 3 months, and all staff participates in a professional development day hosted by Little Tots' Manor. I am honored to be apart of the Little Tots' Manor team!

I worked as a teacher in Little Tots Manor for just over 12 months. I was lucky enough to…read moreexperience working at both locations. In my time there I did experience the negative management that previous reviews have mentioned but in July 2023, new management took over and brought the most incredible positive change to the business. I felt and saw a change in the atmosphere, in the other staff and the children too. I felt more comfortable talking to management, more supported in my programming and teaching and just generally I was much happier at work. I recently just moved country hence why I no longer work in Little Tots but was so sad to have to leave.