My son has been going here for daycare full time since he was 4 months old. He's now 25 months old…read moreand we couldn't be happier with our experience. Of course, I need to address price. While I was pregnant and looking at daycare options, I knew Doodle Bugs was going to cost more than other locations. But, for what they offer, the cleanliness of the center, and the general feeling I got, I knew it was worth it. Cost doesn't equate to care, but for the amount of time my son is here, I feel like we are getting a fair deal. The teachers from day one have been great. Everyone is so kind to my son, greeting him when he comes in, high fiving him, sharing stories about him...I really feel like he is cared for. I've always had great communication with the staff. If there are issues, they bring them to our immediate attention. Any concerns that I've had have been addressed kindly and quickly. There is always something fun and educational going on. Daily art, sensory play, music, imagination play...it's great for a learning toddler! My son learned some sign language which helped us communicate with him before he could talk. I know so much of the learning he has had is because of his time at Doodle Bugs. Don't get me wrong, the time and attention my husband and I spend with him is important too! My son genuinely loves spending his days here which is such a relief for 2 working parents. I know this is the best option for our family.

‼Doodlebugs on losson road in Cheektowaga ‼Discriminates against kids with disabilities and I want…read moreevery parent to know that. My baby is nonverbal which they knew that when I called and also again when it came time for sign up. They treated him different than the other kids and not in a good way. After two weeks of watching my baby's on cameras wander around a class room and things snatched from his/her hands by the staff along with other children. I had a meeting with the director who is as dumb as a box of rocks and only cares about her staff who's not qualified. She simply told me that my son does not fit in with the other kids, as well to tell my husband that my son didn't want to watch the magic show they had planned and wouldn't sit still. He's 3 ! I'm sorry but do you really think a bunch of 3yr olds are going to sit still for an 1hr long magic show? After that's she recommended it would be best for him to go to another daycare. My son was there Monday, Wednesday, Friday and my daughter Tuesday and Thursday for two weeks. You didn't even give them a chance to get settled in. You care more about keeping staff than teaching and helping these young kids. When it comes to my kids I do not play we pulled both our kids immediately!! Such disappointment in this facility. my son went here when he was younger and was pulled when my daughter was born, And our experience with them at that time was amazing. How that facility went to shit in two years is absolutely crazy. For $389 a week they sure do treat your kids like shit. What happen to this " Learning Academy". Guess you have to raise robots to be perfect if you want your kids to socialize now a days.

I don't have much to compare this center to, as it is the only location my daughter has ever went…read moreto, but I think it is beyond deserving of a 5 star rating. They have been imperative in helping break my little one of her shyness and every teacher that she has had has treated her as if she is their own. The owners are helpful and friendly and willing to work with you regardless of your schedule. I would definitely recommend giving them a look!

I booked my daughters second birthday party here and I had never ever been there. My mom had took…read moremy daughter a few times since they live nearby but we are in Hamburg so it's a little far. Anyway, when I walked in I was really impressed. It's bright, feels clean, and there is every toy for every interest and multiple age groups. I booked the gross motor room too which has a little playground in it. The owner had extra decorations on hand that she lent to me and was super attentive and helpful. Exceeding expectations! Everyone talked about what a perfect place it is for a kids party and it's so true!

If you are looking for a place for kids to play or a party venue this is the perfect place! The…read moreowner (Molly) went above and beyond to help with everything! We had kids ranging from One to eight n everyone had so much fun; plenty of room for kids to run, play and explore! The price can't be beat either.

This day care was a great start for my daughter as an introduction to school. We has planned on…read morestarting her at 3, but circumstances changed, and we needed a center when she was 2 1/2. The care givers are warm and kind. My daughter came home chatting away and happy every time. What impressed me most was the effort the caregivers put into the project for the children. My daughter came home with a beautifully and creatively made projects. Some included hand and footprints, and others were even laminated. You can tell the teachers spent a lot of time and effort working with basic materials to create something sweet. They went out of their way when they didn't have to. There were trips to the wading pool and visits from firefighters. When it was too cold to go outside, the teachers brought the snow in for the kids to play with. Very sweet center.

From the owner: You have many choices in child care. The Lord of Life Child Development Center in Depew believes…read morein a play-centered philosophy that builds character, encourages exploration, teaches both academic and life skills, and equips your child to succeed with healthy self-esteem and respect for others. Our beautiful campus includes an on-site Adult Day Health Center where the children and adults gather daily to learn from each other. We are the only childcare center in WNY with both a Registered Dietican and a nurse on staff.

We have the most perfect place for 2,3,4&5 years olds. My son has flourished with lasting memories…read morefriendships and would choose it over and over again!

Open Door gave both our girls amazing educational starts. You won't find a more caring staff, more…read moreimaginative curriculum, more joyful place, and an awesome gym space! Our youngest attended kindergarten readiness class. Mrs. Sexton addressed every one of our daughters anxieties about kindergarten and she went off enthusiastically to school and has never looked back. You'll never regret giving them that extra time so they are happy and confident when they reach kindergarten. Just because they qualify for kindergarten age wise, they don't HAVE to go. We just wish the whole world was as wonderful as Open Door.

I'm writing this review months after the fact (well into the winter) because the negative impact…read morefrom last summer's Park Camp experience is still lingering in our home. My daughter, who was thrilled to return for her second year at Park School Camp after an unforgettable first summer, continues to mimic an inappropriate behavior she picked up from observing the camp counselors: constantly hiking up and rolling her shorts to make them shorter. Despite our ongoing efforts to address and correct this at home, it's become a stubborn habit that's proven difficult to break, all because she saw it modeled as "normal" by the adult role models at camp. This was never an issue before. The contrast between the two years could not have been more stark, and the disappointment is profound given the significant financial investment I made, as a lone parent household. Thousands of dollars for what is marketed as a premium summer program on a beautiful campus. The first year was, admittedly, truly exceptional: the staff were kind, knowledgeable, professional, and courteous; the weekly themes were creative and fully embraced; and the events were spectacular, thoughtfully planned, and executed with evident care and resources. It genuinely felt like a meaningful investment in the children's growth, joy, and development - a true, dream like partnership between the camp and families. The following year, however, felt like a complete bait-and-switch. Cost-cutting measures were glaringly apparent in every aspect, from reduced staffing quality to stripped-down programming. Weekly themes were barely present - if they existed at all - they felt tacked-on and half-hearted rather than woven into the daily experience. Events that had once been "out of this world" were now subpar: fewer in number, smaller in scale, and lacking the creativity and polish of the prior year. The professionalism evaporated; many counselors dressed casually to the point of inappropriateness, often in extremely short shorts that sent confusing messages to young, impressionable campers who should be able to view them as role models. I am not exaggerating when I say that I saw counselors' private parts showing on more than one occasion. If I had had viable backup childcare options lined up, I would have pulled my daughter out right away and demanded a refund. As it stood, we felt trapped into seeing it through. When I repeatedly raised concerns with the administration - specifically about the counselors' attire and its clear influence on the kids, proposing a straightforward solution like staff uniforms or basic dress code guidelines, I was stunned by their dismissive response. They refused to act, citing fears of "getting sued" if they enforced any standards. This struck me as a weak excuse; a simple, neutral uniform policy could have preserved professionalism and consistency without inviting controversy, yet they opted for inaction over prioritizing positive role modeling for the children entrusted to them. Overall, this experience shattered our trust in the program. What was once a summer highlight has left lasting negative effects we're still navigating months later, alongside deep hesitation about ever returning. Families paying premium rates rightfully expect accountability, consistency, and genuine investment in quality - not apparent corner-cutting that undermines the entire experience. Sadly, the second year fell disastrously short of the high standard set by the first, leaving us feeling deceived by what amounted to a classic bait-and-switch. As a business owner myself, I fully understand how tough the economy has been on everyone these past few years, and I genuinely wanted to give the program the benefit of the doubt. Cost pressures are real, and no one expects perfection in difficult times. However, the lack of accountability and unwillingness to engage seriously with constructive feedback left me no choice but to share this publicly. I tried repeatedly to resolve these matters privately, but my concerns were not taken seriously. I hope this review helps other families make informed decisions and perhaps encourages the camp to restore the high standards that made our first year so special. Regrettably, I don't think we will be returning.

The Park School Campus reminds me of the resort in Dirty Dancing for some reason. I didn't realize…read morethat this is true campus style and that there are separate buildings here. The art teacher here, Mrs. P, is awesome! She put together an art lesson for our Girl Scouts, which they all totally enjoyed. Parking is a tad bit confusing. We just pulled up along the road in front of the building. No parking lot. Anyway, pretty campus. I saw some people using the campus to run/exercise on, which is a pretty good idea.

Best teachers and Catholic atmosphere with curriculum that sets the bar very high! Keep students…read moreand education the top priority in school life, while giving a base for the religious life and family faith!

From the owner: St. Benedict School is a PreK-3 through Grade 8 Catholic School which cultivates the academic,…read morespiritual, social, and moral development of its students in a safe learning and teaching environment. The school nurtures a strong sense of community, high academic standards, discipline, and respect. Our curriculum includes a strong focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, [the] Arts, and Math) and is deep in the traditions that have made our school community a welcoming atmosphere for over 95 years. In 2016 & 2017, our Elementary School was the top ranked among all private elementary schools and #8 overall (public & private) for the 8 counties of Western New York. Our goal is to provide the best value Catholic education in northern Erie County, and to prepare our students for continued success in High School, College & beyond!

Overall, my family has been pretty happy with the Y. The workout facilities, locker rooms and…read morebathrooms are much cleaner than what I've experienced at places like LA fitness. I love that they have lockers with locks in the main workout area (you do need to bring your own lock for the locker room), although currently many of the lockers are broken so I hope they repair them soon. I've taken quite a few good classes here although the classes do tend to get crowded so you really have to show up early to make sure you have a spot. We also enjoy swimming both in the lap pool and with our son in the zero depth pool. The one frustration I have had is with the adventure room. This is a great indoor playground which my toddler son loves. However, unlike the rest of the facilities, it is covered in dust. I worry that if they aren't maintaining this area, not only is it covered in germs from the children, but they may not be regularly inspecting the safety of the structure. Overall, it seems like a safe playspace but anytime you have kids climbing at such high heights, a piece of broken equipment could become a serious danger. I always watch my son closely and check out the equipment myself while he's playing. The other problem with this area is that although there is an app with schedules, it is frequently incorrect when it comes to the adventure room. The open hours for children under five are very limited and as you can imagine, it is very difficult to get a toddler out of the house, bring him to his favorite place only to have to tell him that it is unexpectedly closed. I have brought up this issue to the staff multiple times, but it still has not been addressed. In general, I would say the Y is worth it, especially if you were planning on utilizing all of the facilities

1 star This experience was horrible. The staff were very…read morerude to my children. My 1-year-old daughter, who is potty trained, needed help washing her hands and asked a staff member for assistance, but she was ignored. She then asked her 11-year-old sister for help. When my older daughter tried to help her in the bathroom, staff stopped her and told her she could not go in with her sister, and they spoke to her in a very harsh and upsetting way. I understand that there may be bathroom policies, but the way the situation was handled and the way my daughter was spoken to was completely unacceptable. We will not be returning to this YMCA and will be staying with our local YMCA instead.