I have worked in the childcare setting for years and I have never experienced such a friendly…read moreatmosphere! My daughter absolutely loves going to school, loves her teachers and her friends! She even started writing her own name now. If you're looking for a place to for your kiddo as a home away from home I HIGHLY recommend Katie's Kids Preschool! Every day my daughter even has to wave goodbye to the director and or the owner if they are in the office. Such a great place! I could go on and on!

A full year in the books being with Katie's Kids preschool and our family has never been happier!…read more I personally have been involved in my kid's daycares before we moved to Eagle, ID (and also my oldest daughter's school experience being that she is special needs), so I am a bull dog mama making sure the right people are taking care of my kids. The teachers and staff working at Katie's Kids along with Katie herself are exactly who I want molding and helping my children learn and grow. To be honest, reading one of these negative views gets my blood boiling because Katie works so hard to give/provide the best possible experience and atmosphere for our children and her staff. Katie is a BOSS LADY because she has has built her business from the ground up and to be honest if it were a man we were talking about no one would be questioning it. Women need to be lifting other women up not trying to tear them apart. Also, Katie is more direct then most so because she is direct and has strict policy on sickness/illness (to protect her and the school from liability) she is now seen as a rude?!! My kids have had Hand foot, Mouth, pink eye, etc. so we have had to take our kids out for days and weeks at a time. Unfortunately, that is part of the drill when your kids go to daycare/school. They are going to get sick sometimes more often especially if they are new. And believe me it's hard working with your kids home but if your kids are sick or have a contagious bug then no matter what school they are at you would have to keep them home. What I really want to emphasize is that the teachers are happy and you can tell they are part of a family there and I feel that way too. Katie and Wendy are always available; their door is always open if I need to discuss anything but I find myself sharing our lives and all the positive things my kiddos are doing and learning. Leaving your children everyday in the care of someone else is scary and hard to do. I have had family help raising my children, previous day care facilities, an in home facility and school so I know all facets of this industry. That said, I have an almost 2 year old and a 5 year old at Katie's (my oldest is in 1st grade) and we feel good dropping them off EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. My kids are loved and celebrated. They are taught to be kind, respectful and overall good humans which is hard to come by in this day and age. We are blessed to have Katie and her staff in our lives taking care of our children while my husband and I both work and I hope you check it out and find out how wonderful it is for yourself!

My son has been attending early preschool at Primrose for several months now. He is thriving in…read moretheir program. The teachers and staff are warm and seem very caring toward the students. My son especially loves his Teacher Elizabeth! My husband and I get sent photos of the students doing planned activities, along with the expected outcomes. There seems to be a good balance of free play and "planned lessons," that always appears to be fun for the kids. My son also comes home clean even after a full day of painting and other activities. I have peace of mind while my son is at Primrose. He is safe, learning, having fun, and very well cared for!

We've had a great experience with Vista Montessori so far! The teachers are fantastic and truly…read morelove all of their kiddos. We're so grateful to have the opportunity to partner with VMS for our child's early years.

My two kids attended between 2016 and 2023. My boys loved Vista and still insist we go visit on…read moreoccasion to see there former teachers. While childcare can be stressful, I always trusted the Vista family. They did everything they could to safely stay open during Covid. I hate seeing the rating so low from some folks that had a very limited or one-time experience. My kiddos were well prepared for Kinder and thrived, especially socially, at Vista. If you're in it for the long haul, Vista is so great. I'm glad my babies made core memories and lifelong friends there.

I absolutely love this daycare! As a first-time mom, going back to work was incredibly difficult,…read moreso finding a place I could truly trust with my baby was so important to me. Choosing Happy Hearts was the best decision I could have made. The teachers are wonderful, the community feels so close-knit, and their flexibility makes a huge difference. Most of all, you can tell how much each teacher genuinely cares for the children. It gives me complete peace of mind knowing my baby is happy and well cared for while I'm at work. Since starting this daycare, I've noticed my son is hitting milestones quicker and love that he is getting socialization at such an early age. As he grows, I'm excited for him to get to explore: more education opportunities, support with potty training, and to participate in all the fun events they do! A special shout-out to the teachers I've gotten to know and absolutely love: Jazlyn, Anna, Bekah, Destinee, and Summer!

I wouldn't recommend working at this daycare. When I first…read morestarted, I was genuinely excited. I'm a single mom, and I chose this place not just to work, but to also have my twin boys enrolled so I could be closer to them. Sadly, what began as a hopeful opportunity quickly became one of the most toxic and disappointing work environments I've ever experienced. A teacher I initially trusted (my children's teacher) ended up mom-shaming me to my face and behind my back questioning if my children could sing their ABCs, count, or put on shoes, and even suggesting they weren't "smart enough" to be in her class (despite her own son being the same age). She pushed to have them moved down into my classroom and later, when I experienced a serious medical issue at work, she told others I was "faking it." What I went through medically was something beyond my control and deeply personal. To have it dismissed like that was beyond hurtful. I addressed my concerns respectfully and privately with the owner. Instead of addressing the issue directly, she sent out a vague message to staff about gossip but never followed up or took further action. ( which I asked for )That teacher continued to be unkind and unprofessional, including making comments about me not deserving donated diapers for my kids. I asked multiple times for a group meeting to resolve everything calmly and constructively. It never happened. I felt so unsupported, disrespected, and anxious every day at work that I ultimately quit even though I didn't have another job lined up. That should tell you how emotionally exhausting it had become. Before leaving, I shared my disappointment in the staff communication thread not to be dramatic, but because I believe people should treat each other better, especially in a space meant to nurture children. Instead of acknowledging the problem, my message was deleted, ignored, and swept under the rug. Since then, I've heard several more staff members have quit for the same reasons I did. Yet the same individuals who were creating the toxic environment continue to be protected. I truly don't understand why. As for the daycare itself the children are not in danger, and many of the caregivers genuinely do their best. But I do believe the classrooms are too small, outdoor time is limited (30 minutes a day), and efforts to reduce outside play due to "staff interactions" is not in the best interest of the kids. When teacher turnover is high and staff morale is low, that inevitably affects the children, too.

As a former preschool teacher and current child care provider I am very impressed with Precious…read moreHands Academy. The environment for the kids is kept clean and organized. I have had three children attend and every time I call with a question , the director is eager to help, kind, and caring. The teachers I've met are involved with the kids and truly care. Definitely recommend !

Peace Valley Charter School is truly a gem in Boise. From the moment you walk onto campus, you can…read morefeel the sense of care, intention, and community that surrounds the students. What sets Peace Valley apart is its Waldorf-inspired approach within a public charter setting. Children learn through art, music, movement, hands-on projects, gardening, storytelling, and deep relationships with their teachers -- while still meeting academic standards. My child comes home excited to share what they learned, whether it's a science experiment, a painting, or a class play rehearsal. The teachers genuinely know their students and care about their growth -- not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. The school feels small in the best way: families know each other, staff are approachable, and communication is thoughtful and transparent.

After a few hard years, I can honestly say that Peace Valley Charter School has never felt…read morestronger. The growth we've experienced as a community--academically, emotionally, and culturally--has been incredible to witness. My child is truly thriving here. The teachers and staff deserve every bit of praise. Their dedication, patience, and genuine love for the students shine through in everything they do. You can feel the care the moment you walk onto campus. They see each child as an individual, and that makes all the difference. The magical Waldorf principles that drew us to the school are more present than ever--woven beautifully into the curriculum, the environment, and the rhythms of the day. Creativity, imagination, movement, and hands-on learning aren't just ideas here; they're lived experiences. My child comes home inspired, confident, and excited to learn. Peace Valley is on the up and up, and I'm so grateful to be part of this journey. It truly feels like a place where childhood is honored, education is meaningful, and the whole child is nurtured. Highly recommend to any family looking for a supportive, enriching, and truly magical learning environment.

Bullying at this school has become an issue and not addressed. Each child is seen as profit so…read moretherefore if one child is bullying they will allow the child to stay and persist in bullying rather than remove the bully from the school. Being a private school you expect more, because each child is so profitable from the monthly income they bring into the school, they will keep a bully vs removing them. Both of my children were bullied, the principal would tell me it will be talked about every time I came for help to protect my child. The bullying continued, so bad my children had to be forced to go to school to not get behind as they felt they endured mental abuse. The rate at which students are leaving this school for another school is high. The principal allows the best students to leave by not addressing the problem students. Every student causing problems can stay and persist in problems rather than being removed permanently as the parents talk in groups about how everyone pulls from the school because the principal is allowing the problem students to maintain bullying. My son now has to be removed from the school because he is crying himself to sleep. the child harassing him has been allowed to do so the entire year no change only empty promises. If your child is harassed, you'll be forced to leave because the harasser will never be asked to leave. Shameful

First of all if your kid didn't go here then why are you leaving a review?…read more Excellent school and excellent staff. Son went here for Pre K and Kinder. Little dude can read incredibly well. He loves his school as we do too. It is structured which is expected and exactly what we wanted. My kids thrive in this environment and can't thank Challenger and staff enough.

This is a wonderful preschool. Caring teachers and my son had a great experience. They supported…read morehim so much in his learning and his friendships.