We waited a couple months for a spot to open up for our 2 infants in foster care. The day one of…read morethem was supposed to start I was told they needed additional confirmation. I was standing in the daycare with my baby and her bag packed. I was told the boss notified them the night before that we needed additional confirmation to start. This was never communicated to us till I was in the building trying to drop my baby off... I asked them to give me an update that day. I called twice and left voicemail. I finally get a call back from them saying she is good to start... Communication is VERY poor which is ultimately why we decided for our babies to not go here.. HOWEVER, Jess was professional the entire time. I caution anyone sending their foster kiddos here.

if I could give a 1 star I would right now, I can't stress enough how important it is to watch how…read moreyou treat people. My family and I were getting ready for the tour, the lady named Jess only greeted my husband and my 5 year old son, while I'm standing there. she never made eye contact, never bothered asked if I'm the mom, meanwhile I was the one that recommended my husband to call and schedule a tour. My point is, I want to get to know the staff well so I know who I'm entrusting my kids to. However, it was already a red flag that I was being ignored. Thank you, but I'm taking my kids somewhere else.

Good for kids that are naturally athletic and coordinated-they get preferred treatment and…read moreaccelerated training options. Lots of money spent to have teens teaching your kids with the occasional celebrity instruction of Master Nonhoff (who, by rights, is an absolute unit and great with most kids) but those experiences are the exception. Not quite a McDojo but teetering on the edge due to overcrowded classes and lack of staff. Try it out but really evaluate if you're getting your moneys worth-BEFORE the trial period ends.

My kid started at Master Na's about four years ago with the one month for $70 (ish) deal. The…read moreinstructors and Masters (especially Master Nonhoff!) met the kids on their own levels. Students are taught that effort and dedication are more valuable than athletic talent. We've all seen some amazing transformations as kids take the opportunity to become more confident, focused and disciplined. (Also, I like that I don't have to sit out in a cold, wet field watching the kid chase a ball around. This is much nicer.)

I'm so grateful I found High Impact dance for my daughter last summer. My daughter is very…read moreinterested in ballet, but I was concerned with the "body-image/ diet culture" that can come along with being in dance. Thankfully High Impact dance put an emphasis on the fun of dance and has been perfect for our needs! I find their prices to be very fair too! Would definitely recommend.

We have been coming here for a little while & my daughter LOVES it! She has Ms. Dani as her teacher…read more& she's a sweetheart. I also attend with my almost two year old for the mommy & me class on Tuesdays, it's a lot of fun & very low key. I am so happy we switched to High Impact!

After visiting an endless amount of day care facilities in the Lacey area, I couldn't have been…read moremore thrilled to end up at Children's Courtyard South. From the moment I entered the facility I knew they were far better suited to care for our daughter than any of the other locations I had toured. The area was clean and the management was friendly. As for the infant room the ladies that care for the babies make sure you feel comfortable. As a new mom I'd spend at least 10 minutes each day getting a play by play of our daughters developments. Kayla and Alissa work hard to know your child and provide them a safe and loving environment. With daily activities, from bubbles, to paint, and outdoor adventures, Childrens Courtyard has got it right!

Update 7/29: We are still loving the Children's Courtyard…read moreSouth, specifically my son's Pre-K class and teachers. The teachers truly care about their students and want them to thrive. My son loves going to school and loves his teachers. Can't say enough good things, if you're looking for childcare with a quality pre-k program please consider The Children's Courtyard South. ------------ We really love The Children Courtyard SOUTH. My son started at the North center and he was not thriving there at all. Then he was bit on the face by another child and they didn't do enough in our eyes to protect our child from further incidents. He had been bit a total of three times in about a two week span. The first two incidents weren't reported to me and I found out by my son. When the child bit my son's face I had had enough and was very furious with the North center. They opted to not remove the boy who kept biting my son so we removed our son and began care at the South center. Anyways, we were really hesitant to give the South center a chance because we were just not happy with what had happened at the North center, but the two facilities operate completely separately. Because they are separate it gave us the confidence and hope to give CCY South a chance. We are so glad we transitioned to CCY South. Initially it took awhile to get our paperwork transitioned over to the South center. It was a little confusing and we weren't guided through the process as well as I had hoped, but eventually we got it all figured out with the director Samantha. The staff and teachers at CCY South are amazing. My son absolutely loves his pre-k teachers Ms. Brittany and Ms. Larissa. They give all the kids so much care, attention and kindness. My son missed a day of school while we were visiting family and he told me he had to go back to school because Ms. Brittany would miss him. Tip: 1. Sign up for the Brightwheel App so you can easily communicate with the school. They also send you photos and videos of your child throughout the day. I love the communication regarding naps and meals. I feel connected even when I am away at work. It is secure and you only have access to your child. 2. Sign up for the WatchMeGrow App so you can see a live video feed of your child throughout the day. It's a great way to stay connected while you are away from you child. If you have a need for childcare and want your child to receive quality care and an education geared toward their age level, please check out CCY South. My son loves his school, his teachers, and the staff here. He is now thriving and we love CCY South. Oh and I should add that they handle incidents very well and communicate with the parents each time and incident happens.

7 year old class instructor did not demonstrate even one skill. Allowed the 5 girls in her class…read moreto stand around, talk, play rock, paper, scissors. No instruction or organization. Waste of time and money.

We were at Black Hills for about a year. I have a 7 year old who has been doing gymnastics for four…read moreyears and a 5 year old who started and stopped gymnastics at Black Hills. On the good side, Maddie at the front desk is overworked but a wonderful and hardworking person. Also, it seems clear to me they are fostering incredible talent with young people. The level of skill for the kids who get attention is impressive. My 7 year old was accepted into Xcel prep team. She made a close friend and really found a passion for bars. Over summer, Coach Conner said she was lacking in focus. Most of the kids were out for the summer. My daughter was camping and attending art, math and sailing camps. Her world view was broadening. Also, I was kind of transient at the time and waiting for my apartment to come through. Our routine was disrupted. While she was happy, she maybe fell out of love with gymnastics for the summer. I thought about my run with soccer as a little girl and I fell in and out of love with it, but was still committed for over a decade. I think that alone is a valuable lesson. Coach C and I set up a system where I knew if she gave 100% during practice and would get her a treat if she did. She refocused but I think Black Hills gave up on her before the fall session. She was separated from her close friend and spent four hours a week doing stretches and beams. She didn't learn new skills and never returned to the bars she loved so much. Coach Conner stayed with a group of more focused children and a wonderful and kind young woman took over with my daughter's new group. My daughter became bored and restless. Her love of gymnastics dipped further than before. First, my youngest asked to take a break from gymnastics (I just don't think it's her thing). Then my oldest asked to take a break. I was terrified her love for gymnastics was forever altered. I asked her to talk to her coach. While young people make great coaches, they don't always know how to inspire the way perhaps an older coach might. The coach kinda shrugged her shoulders and told me my daughter wanted to try other sports. I was hoping maybe my daughter would get more encouragement. Anyway, eventually she asked to try another gym. I think that is the right choice. We had such a positive experience at the gym in Kirkland, I am sorry to see her love and enthusiasm dip. It is a life lesson though! The guest wifi doesn't work most of the time which can result in the commiseration of bored parents in the parking lot. My personal hell is the little room with the cubbies when classes transition. There are so many people and no personal space. I think if your child is ordained by the coaches, it could be an intense but enriching experience. My child, however, doesn't deserve to be left on the sidelines. And not for the same cost in tuition.

DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD HERE. All this place cares about is taking your money. Your child's safety?…read moreNOT GUARANTEED. That is exactly what they told me after my daughter was attacked by a new child at this daycare--twice. Initially, they told me it was just a "tiny scratch," but it was actually a deep laceration. It was so severe that we had to take her to the doctor, and it still hasn't fully healed. After the first incident, we were furious but hoped they would take measures to protect her. Instead, they allowed the same child to attack her again. When we asked what they would do to ensure this wouldn't happen a third time, they told us they "couldn't guarantee anything." Essentially, they admitted they cannot guarantee a child's safety. We had no choice but to pull her out immediately, even though we had pre-paid for the full month. Despite speaking with the owner, they have refused to refund the remainder of our tuition. It has been almost a year, and it still breaks my heart to see the scar on my daughter's face every day.

I've been sending my kids here for a few months and they've been thriving at the learning…read moreexperience. The teachers are amazing and my kids love them.

Worst childcare experience. Nobody physically harmed, but I did show up one day and they handed me…read morea bag of my child's HAIR. When questioning staff, there were multiple stories. Not acceptable. Staff changes weekly. This is not a "preschool" environment either, that is laughable. This is the place you go when you're desperate, which we were. You'll find another place asap. To make room for the next desperate family. Good luck.

I wanted to leave this review because the other reviews seem to be outdated and there is now a new…read morecenter director. My son started going at 10 months old and I was SO nervous for his transition to daycare. They reassured me constantly, and consistently sent pictures/message updates. They've become like family and I'll be so so sad to leave them (so will my son!). They have cameras in the classroom so I can check in anytime, and an app that tells you what/how much your kid has eaten, their diaper changes, etc. The tuition is the same as other daycares in the area as well, and it includes diapers and wipes. I also have to give a shout out to his teacher, Ms. Sinai for taking care of my crazy toddler like he's her own!

(NORTH) I been very nervous with our move to WA, since I have always had my family watching my 19…read moremonth old. We found this place, as it was very close to where we lived. I loved that they were so helpful in reserving a spot with my son even months in advance, and I was able to pay for his registration fee online a month before he started. The transition was rough, I had to message the girls which I felt like every hour to check on my baby. Every time we left him, he would cry . But they kept reassuring me that he was fine and that he will get used to it. Throughout the day I would receive pictures and updates on what he was doing and that helped me to "let go." The director Lei was helpful and told me that there was a program that could potentially help with child care expenses, which I applied for and got assistance with. I am thankful for these women who are so patient with us moms, I am sure they get it from us all but they do a wonderful job. I am put at ease with my baby being there, I have a feeling that he will be here for a while. Now, my 10 year old will also be attending during after school hours. I love how they have a bus that picks them up from school. I would definitely recommend this place for all moms! A PLUS, there is a coffee shop in the parking lot

Leí and her staff have been amazing to my family. My boys went through a transitional phase where…read morethey only had their dad because I was deployed. I appreciate the support that they have given both my Soldiers and my family while I was deployed. Thank you Childrens Courtyard for making our boys a part of your family. All daycares don't have the love and support for kids especially having dual military parents. I highly recommend send your kids her not only for the quality of care, but the family feel you have with both the staff & community.

This daycare has been wonderful for my kids! The service, the communication, the acceptance and the…read morecare all top any other daycare in a very special way. The teachers are polite and respectful during drop-offs and pick-ups. The director is amazing and passionate about her work. Each room is beautiful and catered perfectly for the age group it holds. The initial introduction to the building and staff makes you feel very welcomed! The structure and leadership Good Times has is amazing, they treat the kids, staff and parents just like family which makes you feel so connected and comfortable. I am truly glad I found this place.

DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILD HERE!!! I can't even begin to…read moredescribe how poorly treated I was when I addressed concerns with the owner/director Crystal. I had emailed Crystal regarding teacher, Ms. Alisa who would show up in crop tops daily and I felt it wasn't appropriate or professional for a children's setting. Not only that, but addressed concerns for Ms. Alisa acting like she did not want to be at work, not greeting parents, etc. I received an email back and was told not to judge her staff on what they wear and was told if it isn't concerning the quality of care she didn't want to deal with it. She was very defensive in the email, and I had expressed that I wanted her to contact me. Shortly after she said she will not call me and was finished with the discussion. I called the center THREE times and was sent to voicemail. This is not the first time I've had concerns, I've addressed concerns with lack of diaper changes/rashes, the way I heard staff treating children, and was treated disrespectfully and told I was lying. When I went to pick my son up today, after being ignored by the director I wanted to speak to her and she proceeded to yell at me and told me she was done with the conversation, I asked her how am I supposed to bring my child here and she said "YOUR NOT", meanwhile Ms. Alisa was standing there and I said no offense to her, I just feel as wearing belly shirts is inappropriate and she slammed the door in my face on my way out. Mind you INFRONT of children. This is no way to treat a customer, but if I'm getting treated this way as a parent, how are the children getting treated??? How is this center open with an owner that cannot be professional? I will say, Ms. Jess, Ms. Lucy, Ms. Nicole, Ms. Sherilynn, and Ms. Adrienne were PHENOMENAL. However concerns with management will NOT be dealt with appropriately. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME HERE, no a good environment for children. Please feel free to reach out to me, I have documentation to support this. Go somewhere you as a parent will be respected, that way you KNOW your child is respected.