I've been going back and forth for about three months whether or not to post a review. And honestly…read moreit was out of fear of what the preschool would do to my child but I hope this review can save another parent and child from the heartbreak it has caused my family. I have spent this summer rebuilding my son's confidence and self esteem to remind him that he is an amazing boy I'll prefece this review with my son tested gifted and was diagnosed with ADHD. However a lot of the "behaviors" are typical for a 4/5 year old as I've been told by two different child psychologists, our pediatrician, and an OT. As the parent of a young child, I enrolled my son in this Peace Lutheran preschool hoping for a compassionate, developmentally informed environment. While the school presents itself as nurturing and structured, our experience revealed a concerning lack of understanding and preparedness among the teaching staff and administration for supporting children that may not fit the "box". One of the most difficult aspects of our time here was realizing that the staff--though well-meaning--lacked basic training in managing and engaging with children who exhibit ADHD-related behaviors. Rather than using strategies I shared with them or showing flexibility, teachers frequently responded to my son's impulsivity and energy with frustration or disciplinary measures that did not address the root of the behavior. There was little to no sign of inclusivity within the classroom. It became apparent that behaviors that are common in children that are neurodivergent, were labeled as misbehavior, and my child was often treated as a problem to be managed rather than a student to be supported. The lack of understanding from staff led not only to missed learning opportunities but also to a negative impact on my son's self-esteem and sense of belonging. What was most disheartening was the unwillingness to collaborate or grow. When we raised concerns and offered to share resources, the response was often defensive rather than welcomed. There was no indication that the staff or leadership were interested in seeking professional development or creating a more inclusive environment. We ultimately made the decision to leave the program, and thankfully have found a new preschool where the staff are trained, compassionate, and adaptable. My son is now thriving in an environment where his needs are met with skill and empathy. To any parent of a neurodiverse child considering this school: please proceed with caution. And to the leadership of this preschool--these children deserve better. With the right training and mindset, you could become the kind of place where all children can thrive. I sincerely hope you choose that path.

PLP has been amazing for our family! Macon and the PLP team always go above and beyond for our…read morekiddos!

Our two year old loved her teacher and looked forward to learning lessons each day. She integrated…read moreso well into the classroom because the students and teachers were so welcoming. I love how transparent the school is and how quickly they act on feedback given. They hold school events fairly often so its a nice way to get to know everyone! The GP community truly is welcoming - we enjoyed our time here!

My kids love going to school and our oldest often wants to stay longer. They've had some staffing…read morechanges along the way as a lot of the staff lives far away, but the administration has done a great job of hiring the right people and listening to/addressing any concerns we've had throughout the 3 years we've been there. We're very thankful for the community at Guidepost.

This school has given my child more growth and development than I could have hoped for and…read moregenuinely believe she would have received in another setting such as an individual nanny. The best part of this school are the teachers who have infinite patience and experience!! I have been with them since the infant room and can't recommend them more!

QI is an excellent school! I can't say enough good things about it. My son went here for pre-K and…read moremy daughter has been enrolled from infancy to her preschool years now. The teachers are wonderful - always positive, kind, encouraging to the kids, attentive, loving, everything you want in caretakers for your children. The facilities are clean and inviting with great activities for the kids to learn and okay. My kids learned so much independence and confidence from attending QI along with building some great friendships they still have today. I recommend QI for anyone looking for child care in Cave Creek!

This school is the absolute *best* preschool! The owner Ryan & his wife and Office Manager Debbie…read moreare incredible humans who go ABOVE AND BEYOND to meet your family & child's needs. The teachers have been there forever (low to no turnover) and absolutely love on your kids and - even better- want what's best for them. They view your family as humans (not a paycheck or number) & will truly go above and beyond to meet any and all needs to support all of your family. Between my 5 children this is the 5th preschool we've attended and my last 2 absolutely will never attend any other preschool. They value academic education thru art, music, sensory and small group activities; and place emphasis on emotional growth through research based social/emotional programs. They engage community/family involvement by having parents night out, family movie nights, and holiday themed events. Thank you PVCS for treating us like family- we love you!

This place is terrific! The teachers and staff are wonderful and it is evident they really care…read moreabout the kids. Lots of fun stuff like holiday performances, pancake breakfasts, parents night out etc The playground is huge and just got redone. The owners are very caring, and involved and seem committed to making it as great as possible. Our son loves going there and we have made a lot of great friends here. Don't let the outside fool you, take a tour and you will be glad you did.

Little Sprouts was exactly the preschool I wanted for my two kids. I knew I wanted my kids to go to…read morea Legacy school, so I knew they needed a Pre-K that would get them prepared. Well Little Sprouts did just that...and even more! The staff is amazing, the teachers are so sweet and kind, and the education my kids received just blew me away! I would highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a nurturing school that also teaches in a fun way to have your kids more than ready for kindergarten!

This school has been such a blessing to me and my daughter. The teachers are so involved and truly…read morecaring to the kids. Mrs. diamond has a remarkable vision for her establishment. The staff is very caring and knowledgeable of the individual needs of each student. The kids come home everyday with school work and a note with how the day went. I highly recommend this group of understanding educators.

I feel compelled to write a review because of the outstanding experience we've had so far at Aldea…read more Our son started here at around 16 months old and has completely blossomed and truly enjoys his time here. The onboarding process was fantastic- they took the time to make sure he was comfortable, and the staff and other parents have been welcoming and kind. You can tell the director and staff enjoy their work and truly care about the kids and the community. I feel involved and included, and I feel like he learns new things constantly. I feel truly lucky to have found this school and this community. If there is an opening any family would be so lucky to have their children attend.

My daughter started here in August and it's been such a positive experience. She was only 2 and had…read moreonly known being home with me for her whole life + COVID. They let me take my time introducing her to the school and even allowed me to bring her for an hour a day to stay with her as she acclimated before we dropped her off for a half day. They are so patient, supportive, and gentle with each kiddo. She adjusted so well almost immediately. After one week of bringing her 3x she was walking in on her own with no tears. I would recommend this school for anyone who wants the best for their children. It really is a special place that any child would be lucky to attend!

Our first day was November 24th. The day before the…read moreincident we picked our son up and he barely had a voice. So on December 3 at drop off, I asked the teacher Kristen King if he had been crying a lot the day before. She stated "No, I don't think he had been crying a lot." When it didn't make sense for her, not to know if she was the only teacher in the classroom that day. I asked her one more time to confirm her answer and she said again that "She didn't think he cried too much just when he needed a bottle or was tired." So I let it go and I left. As the day goes on, I get a few updates on the app that they promise to update thoroughly but they aren't logging. What type of milk was consumed or how many ounces. They're claiming that he did nap but they didn't log it but to me it looks like he was up for four hours when we arrived to pick him up at 4:45 pm. When we go to pick him up my husband noticed a large scratch on his head. He's gonna ask the teacher that was in there at the moment named Traci, What happened to our son's head? She then replied "I don't know no one hurt him. He must have come in with that." My husband then stated no he did not come in with that. Please note they uploaded a photo on the app that I will attach at 1:55 PM and the scratch was not there. The teacher only stated that she did not know what happened to him. Then, when we got back home, I noticed my son's voice was completely gone which leads me To believe that they let him cry even more on end. His eyes were super puffy as if he had been crying all day long. Other side notes: His last bottle logged was at nearly FOUR hours after he has eaten. He eats every 2 hours. I didn't end up speaking to the director who continuously put me on hold to go talk with the teacher herself, instead of letting me talk with the teacher myself. She was suggesting that there may be something sharp in the carpet, which I then stated that that could be a possibility, especially since Kristen King does not make Parents put on the shoe booties at drop off. She says it's fine. Come on in when my infant is crawling around on the floor and putting his face on the ground. The director inspected the carpet and vacuumed and said nothing came up in the carpet. She stated that they would do better about posting on the app. She still has no answers as to what happened to my son.

Ms.Raeann and Ms.Victoria in the Ready 2 Learn 2 class are absolutely amazing!! They treat my child…read morewith love and care! Seriously one of the best preschools I could have chosen for my child!

This school has been a life changer for my grandson. He is thriving and loves going to school. The…read moreprincipal and staff truly care about these students. I wish it could be open year round!! Thank you for all you do for these children.

If you have child that is high functioning child that can get overwhelmed easily from having high…read moredemands and needs structure and patience to flourish, stay away from this place. The teachers are overwhelmed and don't have enough support to handle high demand ASD kids especially ones that require outside the box thinking specialist and ones that require unique curriculum to help them grow. The school forced my daughter to do lower grade academics and then tried to say that I wasn't happy with her academic achievement! She received 100% in her Language Arts 3rd grade 4th quarter and they still insisted that she wasn't ready for 4th grade due to behaviors. Since the start of the school year, my daughter struggled with the high demand that was being placed on her to fit into their programs and she was purposely placed in lower academic curriculum due to her behavior and I tried to constantly advocate that the behaviors were due to boredom but no one would listen to me. I was told that until my daughter started following directions and behaviors improve, her academic would stay the same. I just recently had my daughter's IQ tested and it came back top 5%. She tested into 5th grade reading and 7th grade spelling; her math was behind because the school refused to teach her grade level math telling me initially that she was behind and then they said oh we are too ahead in the curriculum and we can't have her join the 3rd grade class then they wanted me to get her caught up during the summer if she wanted to be in 4th grade. The owner (Victoria) just doesn't really care about your children. Your child is just $$$$ to her. She just wants the money and wouldn't care if your child succeeded or not. They have also had such a huge turn over with their staff and I am not surprised at all. The only reason I tried this place was cause of the so called "great reviews". I usually don't like to place reviews, but I just had to share since so many people recommend this school! I would be very careful with placing my child here.