Our son started in the infant room at just 8 months old, and now, at 14 months, he's thriving in…read morethe toddler room. Watching his growth over these past few months has been amazing, and we owe so much of that to the wonderful, caring staff. When he first started, it was a big transition--he had been home with me since birth, and adjusting to a new environment and new caregivers was tough. He cried a lot and had trouble napping at first. But the staff was so patient and gentle with him through it all. Their support and consistency helped him feel safe and loved, and it made all the difference. Now, he's excited to go to school--he even runs into the classroom and forgets to say goodbye! As a parent, there's nothing better than knowing your child feels happy, secure, and cared for. Thank you to everyone at Bright Horizons at Longacres for helping him grow into such a confident little person. We are so grateful.

We had the most amazing teacher (Mars) with our toddler class. When our son moved up to early…read morepre-school we started noticing problems, mainly with turnover of teachers. If you look at the staff picture wall by the entrance only a handful of teachers have been there longer than a year. We also noticed that staff can be very stressed at times due to being shuffled around from class to class. We finally left (intending it to be temporary) due to our second child being born. Our son had his pictures taken right before we gave our notice and requested to purchase it as well but we never heard back after multiple attempts. TL:DR Depending on the teacher that you have your experience can vary by a lot. If management can do a better job with keeping the staff less stressed/happy I don't think we would hesitate with coming back.

This school has been purchased and is now being run underneath the name "The Country Playhouse…read moreacademy" and I will tell you that the purchase and takeover of the school by The Country Playhouse has been the best thing that has ever happened to the school. My son started at the school in 2015 (under Junior Junction) and my daughter started in the school in 2017. Very different experiences with both owners. The new owner Tara, is so caring and sweet. She has made the school feel very homey. The kids learn, they have outdoor Time and a huge area to roam, and they are able to flourish in this environment. If you are looking for child care, look no further.

We started our daughter at Country Playhouse when it was Junior Junction at age 2. We had an…read moreawesome nanny prior and were nervous but we couldn't have been happier. The change was seamless and the new ownership kept up the cleanliness ,structure and nurturing environment we always loved. We couldn't recommend it more! Great job Tara Stivers!

Parents be aware! Please review what have been done to my…read moreson. First time, he was cleaning and someone bully him. Second time, three days later, my son was reading a book, the same person bully him again. Teachers, two teachers we're there do nothing, the principal did nothing. No one feel sorry at all. No one there will care you kid but your money. Put your kid there is you don't care your kid like they do. By the way, this is yellow duck classroom! Mr Joe's class.

We send both kiddos there and cannot be happier. If you live in Renton highland area, the program…read moreis so convenient located and the tuition is much more affordable compared to other childcare programs in the eastside area. The staff offer a friendly, caring approach to look after our kids. Both kids enjoy their time and are always wanting to go back to "school" even on weekends. I can tell they are happy and feeling safe around the teachers and their little friends there. Most daycare facilities have 1-2 weeks off during holiday seasons but Kiddie is closed in major holidays only so parents have peace of mind while at work. Highly recommended.

Update: We're still loving the teachers and community at Benson Hill Cooperative School with our 2…read moreyear old in Ms. Kellys class! My family started at BHCP with our 2 year old kiddo in 2019. She was our first kid so it was a relief to be in class with her learning from the teachers, other parents working in the classroom and the Bates Technical College parent educator. My daughter learned to be more independent and play with kids her age. We now attended BHCP for three years and love the play based learning. Ms. Kristie keeps the kids engaged and laughing during opening circle. She encourages them to improvise in songs and guess what's going to happen in the story. The kids take turns bringing a class pet home (stuffed animal) and telling the other kids about their adventures. Art is a sensory messy creative play experience. Kids are encouraged to explore materials and come up with their own ideas about how to use them. Ms. Kristie supports them as they create and explore. We have class field trips like going to the pumpkin patch; seeing plays at Carco theater and visits from the firefighters with their trucks. BHCP has a large outdoor play space with swings, sand and plays to climb. Parents work in the classroom once a week which I've come to love. I get to see how my kid interacts at school and learn from other parents and the teacher. There isn't a focus on letters or counting however BHCP and Bates Technical college just held a kindergarten readiness panel and apparently it's more important that kids go to the bathroom independently and know how to use scissors. My 4 year old child participated in the 5 day program this year. So in additional to 3 days in the 4 year old class she also spent 2 days a week in the class for 3 year olds, which I was doubtful about at first but see how she gets to be a leader in class. She'll help open snack packets or demonstrate how to use a tool. Also since it's a play based school she does more projects on her own those days or with the help of a parent volunteer. Such as threading beads or dictating poems for her grandparents. Parents can choose to either serve on the board or have a parent job like laundry or playdough making. It's another way to build friendships with other parents. There are a lot of "thank goodness, your kid does that too?!" The preschool is in a church but is not religious. There is a Noah's Art Mural on one wall that the church as asked not be removed. But Christmas and even St. Patrick's day isn't topic of books or art projects. We actually had Purple Day on 3/17. They have trial classes. Worth checking out.

This is my daughter's first year at this co op school. Three of my friends and their kids had a…read moregreat educational journey at their local co op schools (Renton, Bothell and Bellevue) and their high recommendations inspired me to join. Two times a week we go to school together and play and learn for two hours and thirty minutes each day. My family tends to be more introverts and this easy separation transitional time and experience really works for us. Ms. Kristie is super attentive and caring. She is so dedicated to this school and her students. I cannot ask for a better teacher, environment and wonderful group of parents!

Incredible school grounds! We fell in love walking around during our first visit. They have farm…read moreanimals that live there! The children get to interact with the animals and learn about them during animal care. The outdoor education program is our favorite too (one of the main reasons we wanted our child to attend). My son absolutely adores all his teachers from his classroom (shout out to Mr. Jerry and Ms. Amanda!) including "the farmer" Ms.Chellas and outdoor ed teacher Mr. Alex. They are so kind and knowledgeable. Everyone is Montessori certified and the staff is all amazing. They truly care for the overall wellbeing of your children! We've attended the early childhood program and summer camp. Highly recommend both!

My child transitioned from a local public into the lower elementary classroom. He couldn't be…read morehappier. They take academic rigor very seriously, while also allowing the students time and space to process and learn. He loves it! Lots of outside time in nature. The school does an excellent job fostering the natural creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm in children as part of each child's learning journey.

All my 3 kids of different ages went to Basic Steps and loved it! I've known Kany since 2014 (?)…read morewhen I enrolled my 1st child and her school has grown so much since then! I'm so amazed at how she's able to handle curriculum for different levels and know all the kids by their 1st names. She also noticed that my 2nd son was advanced for his age and, along with a few other 4 year olds, she made advanced lessons just for them. My son loved it cuz he felt more challenged and up till now (he's in 4th grade already) still remembers those lessons he learned from Kany and says those were harder than 2nd grade in public school, but it was more fun! I brought my 3rd child there who just graduated pre school this past spring as well and he loved Kany and all his teachers. Anyways, I only have good things to say about Basic Steps and Kany and I wish her all the best!

Absolutely loved every second my children attended basic steps!! Mrs Joa is outstanding and always…read moreup to the challenge!! Wish our children could be taught by her at all levels. Even tho we are done with her academy she still keeps in touch every now and then and check on " her kids " and we appreciate it very much so!! Thanks once again for everything Mrs Joa and team!! With kind regards, Jeremi

A very nice place and she was very, very nice. The place was clean where the children are at is…read morenice and big and I recommend anybody to go there

it is more then a daycare it is like friend's house , safe and clean and teaching kids some good…read morethings . Asmaa she is awsome friendly and great personality with others . i had my older son attend there and now i have my younger one here too . i recommend this place for your kids

This place is great! I have to say Asmaa is so friendly and patient. As a first time mom I was very…read moreapprehensive and nervous about leaving my 14 month old with someone I don't know. This is all moms biggest worry when it comes to Daycare. I called dozens of places and did at least 9 tours of different daycares. None of them were to my expectations until I found Little Home child care. From the moment I walked in I was relieved and had a calming feeling from both Asmaa and her home. She has been absolutely wonderful and helpful through this transition. She is great with the little ones. She even sends pictures of my little one through out the day and report cards.