Great place for hourly chidcare drop off. My kids love it. They don't know they are being babysat…read more They think it's a treat

First, Kidspark is a vendor for Far Norther kids with disabilities. My three-year-old has autism…read moreand the program sounded like a great option for a spontaneous date night here. I assumed Far Northern would only fund quality places. Just to preface this tale. Second, for those short on time: let me just say Kidspark works great for my friends' kids who are not on the spectrum or disabled (hence the two stars, not one). If your kids are older, used to childcare, and can TELL YOU what happens to them, I wouldn't see Kidspark being a problem. For my non-verbal kids (one on the spectrum, one neurotypical) it is NOT a safe or reliable source of childcare. Do with that what you will... Third, the long of it: the first time my kids came home STARVING, with dry lips, and parched. They both drank FULL cups of water when they got home. I was shocked. They also scarfed down foods they usually don't eat because they were so hungry. I was charged for two meals each (lunch and dinner). The meals were different than those listed because they ran out. Okay. Whatever. It's all just food. But I wonder what happens when kids have allergies and parents trust the meal plan. Not an issue for my kids, so whatever. My kids being hungry WAS an issue. Staff said "they didn't feel like eating." No attempt to help them eat. None of the ENTIRE BACKPACK of snacks I took for them was touched. Nothing. When I picked them up (the middle of dinner time) my boys were both away from the table with their full plates of food doing nothing. Trusting all of the Far Northern services we've received, I figured it had to be a bad day for staff or some fluke. So, I took them back for round two. SAME EXPERIENCE the second time. My kids were starving and dry as a bone. Both times my kids weren't allowed to nap. When my baby started to fall asleep, I was told they just laid him in the TV room and kids played around him. No tenderness. No quiet area. No attempt at following his needs. Nothing. Let's talk about safety: the ratios here are terrifying. My kids get hurt every time they go there. The place looks like everything would be sticky to the touch. My kids come home covered in dirt and with soiled diapers. The two times I've taken my kids there, I find my two-year-old off in a corner unattended by staff. It's a mess. Financially, I'm disturbed by the fact that Kidspark double dips Far Northern and charges two single child prices for a family. Instead of charging Far Northern less or me less for the second kiddo, they max out the costs for both. They use diapers for one family on another family (I've taken a pack for a full day and it's been completely used in two hours - a pack of 30 diapers... how the heck?!) I'm sure they love the kids... except... not really. I fully admit this job has got to be one of the most stressful jobs around but it doesn't need to be so obvious. It literally seems like they hate kids. I never see a smile when I walk in. The kids are tagged like cattle and turn into numbers to round up and pushed through the gate to "go play." As I drove by for lunch one day, I saw a beautiful child with Down's Syndrome through the glass rocking in the corner behind the counter. Nobody was near him. Other kids were standing away staring. I've had friends with kids on the spectrum cry to me about their children being bullied and bitten and hungry and ignored. Still more have had to pick up their kids early because the staff is so overwhelmed they can't handle meltdowns or misbehavior. Why in the world would a special needs service operate in a place where they have no extra training or support for kids with special needs? Respite? What. A. Joke. I 100% believe this is an unsafe, unhygienic, unfriendly place for kids with special needs. While neurotypical kids may enjoy the independence and play time with friends, I worry for my non-verbal sweethearts' safety. I will be asking Far Northern to take a serious look at who they fund as this place is not only difficult and stressful, it's DANGEROUS. Never again.

This review Is long overdue, but I cannot overstate the…read moreprogress that my toddlers have made here at Little Treasures. My daughter was 2 years old when she started but very behind with speech due to isolation from the lockdowns/mandates. This Preschool has performed wonders as she is now talking up a storm and singing her heart out with all the adorable songs they learn. She even teaches them to her baby brother at home! It is literally the most heart-warming experience to see my babies suddenly singing in unison. Aside from education (she can count to 30 now), she has developed super close friendships here and social skills at such a young age! My baby boy was 10 months old when he started. I felt completely secure with him at Little Treasures right away, as the child care is top-notch. I do not exaggerate when I say these teachers are truly loving and genuine, not to mention experienced. Every single one of them. Miss Michelle really knows how to find the good ones. Also, Director and Teachers alike have impeccable memory and organization. That's big for me since I'm very detail-oriented! It's been wonderful being able to depend on this daycare/Preschool. P.S. I watched as Miss Michelle put her heart and soul into this new location, perfectly planning all the different stations that intertwine learning with play. Also, the outdoor playground is akin to an amusement park as my daughter is always begging to stay. You know it's a good sign when your children race to put their own shoes on, ready to go to Preschool! Thank you Little Treasures for being such a special place in our children's lives

My child has been attending this preschool since he was 9 months old and I get to watch him grow…read moreinto a better version of himself everyday. I've seen Growth in his development and growth in his personality. The teachers are the kindest people I've ever got to know and work so great with the kids. The curriculum is set and consistent and it shows when my 2 year old comes home singing the songs he'd leaned! He's singing the days of the week and counting to 20! My kid delayed in speech and Michelle was the only person to support and guide me to give my son the help he needs to communicate better and develop better speech. The teachers also helped him with regulating his emotions through helpful communication and now he uses more words than I expected him to use. I'm proud of my son of who he's growing into because of the dedicated support from all the teachers. I trust these teachers with my son's life and I couldn't ask for a better family to help me support my son.

Great school, great teachers My daughter has the sweetest…read morememories from this preschool

I really cannot say enough about this preschool. If you aren't familiar with the Montessori Method,…read moreyou truly are doing your child a disservice. It is the only way to go for the Pre-K years. My daughter went here for three years before entering a traditional elementary school, and it was truly a wonderful experience; we felt she was loved by the teachers and encouraged to use her voice and interests to grow and develop her own little self. The Montessori Method is the only way to go for pre-school, and this school embraced the method fully. My daughter's confidence, academics and social skills blossomed while attending. I loved that there is a parent observation room (with a mirror so students can't see you), and parents are welcome to observe any time. Whereas other preschools have rigid rules and policies, children at this preschool aren't punished or shamed for wanting snack when they are hungry; wanting to master a certain art project; and/or take responsibility for their actions. They encourage kids to be independent and master their interests before moving on to the next thing. I loved that the teachers are all parents themselves, and have been with the school for years and years. My child is now in Kindergarten and is excelling in academics and socially as well. Her Kinder teacher tells us she is focused, is beyond proficient in her reading, writing and math, and is known to all as a kind friend. I know much of that has to do with parenting, but also some of it is the fact that she attended the Montessori School. Thank you CMCH for three great years of pre-school!

This has been my children's daycare for years. My son went here for about 7 years and now my…read moredaughter goes here. I like the staff and they are great with kids. Good location and services. Would highly recommend.

We love Kings Christian. Staff are loving and caring people. Our son loves it here too! We look…read moreforward to our youngest to start going to Kings in the fall. We definetly recommend!

Little Pines has been amazing for our family. Both the infant and preschool rooms are incredible…read more Little Pines has loving and communicative caregivers, great structure and coordination, fun activities, and a convenient location. I couldn't dream up a better place for our kids. Thank you Little Pines!!!

This preschool is fantastic!! I was very picky in choosing a daycare for my son when he started at…read moreage 7 months. He is now graduating and moving on to Transitional Kindergarten and we are so sad to leave Little Pines! The teachers are so caring and teach the kids so much, they have prepared my son so well for TK.

This preschool is such a jewel! Fantastic teachers, great facilities & fun projects & field trips…read morefor the children. It is also a bilingual school, which was important to me. And they do alot of music & dance which I think is great! The school has a good sized outside playarea with everything from a large sandbox to a play structure & even a garden. The inside of the school is always warm & comforting & with lots of fun things for the kids to do. Mi Escuelita Maya is truly such a wonderful school! I'm so happy that I discovered this little place. All the teachers have been amazing & are great with the kids. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for a preschool for their child.

Mi Escuelita Maya is a well oiled machine! The owner and the school are exceptionally well…read moreorganized. More importantly, the staff seem to be very nurturing and caring of the children. My wife and I love that the school is predominantly in Spanish and the projects are multicultural. There seems to be a right balance between structure and play.

We have been so lucky to have found Parkside. The staff really get to know your kid. Not just…read morepersonality wise but health wise. They can tell when things are a little off and have caught sickness even before I noticed. They know children! Mr. Daniel in the preschool class is amazing. When my daughter did the standard kinder public school entrance evaluation the teacher told me to tell Parkside thank you. She basically did her first year of kindergarten in Mr. Daniel's class. Having used Parkside from toddler to Preschool I can say all the teachers and staff are amazing and really love your child. Highly recommend!

Just took a tour through their facility. My child does not yet go there, but I sure hope they have…read moreroom for him to start! We have toured many preschools in the last week and this one was by far the top of my list. Great and easy conversation with staff/teachers and a great layout. Play based schools are the best and they seem to be knocking it out of the park.

We love little sprouts! Ms. Norene and the staff put their whole hearts into this school and our…read moredaughter has been attending for about a year and a half. They provide lunch and snack and they have a great preschool and and pre K program. I have worked in child care for over 15 years and I believe we found a hidden gem in Chico and could not be happier. Serving age 2-5 and spots open!!

I highly recommend Little Sprouts Preschool! Both my girls were there full time between 2017 and…read more2022 and loved it. The school has an excellent balance of structured learning and play - both my children were ready for Kindergarten by the time they were 5. The staff are very experienced and good hearted people. Thank you Miss Norene for everything!