The first few years of a child's life are such important learning years. When we moved to the area,…read moreit was imperative to us that we find a preschool with warm, caring adults in a christian community that support development and an educational curriculum, while allowing children to have fun and explore with curiosity. We found all of that (and more!) at Smyrna Christian School. SCS has helped our child learn how to play, work together, and establish great friendships. They have continuously provided materials/activities that interest our child (and challenge her!) They have encouraged our child's efforts (which has truly aided in adding to her confidence.) They set clear limits for behavior (which is appreciated!) I love always receiving our child's drawings, writings, and crafts at the end of every week. They encourage parental involvement (which goes back to the whole "community feel") and welcome parental participation with class parties. How beautiful is that?! I truly cannot say enough GOOD about this establishment. Before we found SCS, our only-child went to a "glorified daycare" preschool and for so long, we didn't know how much it was hindering our child. It wasn't until we moved and enrolled at SCS that we saw our child turn a complete 180 in every aspect of her life that we realized what EXCELLING truly meant. I am forever grateful for SCS (and my only complaint would be that I can't keep our child here for kindergarten, too!)

My daughter goes to half day Pre-K at Smyrna Christian School, and we cannot say enough good things…read moreabout the staff and the facility. Every morning we are greeted with a smile and a "Good Morning" from Miss Jodi in the office, and all along the hallways my kiddo happily says hello to all the teachers. They're all very friendly and engage your child in conversation which makes them feel seen and heard, and important. She just loves talking with them on the way to her classroom. Her teacher is Miss Vickie, and she just adores her. She is kind and attentive, and a wonderful human being. My daughter has learned SO much this year, and she loves doing it! They learn Spanish, colors, numbers, writing, and she even comes home telling me about the fun centers they have in class, and how silly George Washington's wig is! I love how happy she is there, and how much she's grown in her independence and knowledge. I'm convinced that a better school does not exist. Truly, it has been the biggest blessing for our child. I wish they taught kindergarten so we could stay!!

This church is kind of stuck in the 1970's. I also don't like services that go over an hour. Time…read moremanagement is an issue. I also don't like jeans in a church service. Anybody can go to Goodwill and get some decent clean pants to be respectful. The pastor also has zero personality and sounds like a funeral procedure every Sunday. The organist apparently can't play all the notes (I'm a horn player, so I notice). Smyrna has to have something better to offer.

My family LOVES Smyrna FUMC Preschool!…read more After having one daughter (and pregnant with my second), we started to discuss giving this stay-at-home mommy some respite. We researched nearby preschools and MDO programs. I was leaning toward this one because it was less than a mile from my house. I was afraid that I was choosing it simply because of its proximity. When I told my mother-in-law that we were looking for a part-time day school for our 3-year old, she said, "There was a really great preschool that we used about 30 years ago...and it's close to your house! We loved it, and the teachers were great!" Yup. She was referring to SFUMC Preschool! (And, yes, my husband went there!) My oldest is now in kindergarten; she excels academically and enjoys her learning environment. She absolutely loved her 2 years (2013/14-2014/15) at SFUMC and adored all of her teachers in her time there (Mrs. Alyson, Mrs. Megan, Mrs. Frankie, & Mrs. Sheila). She made so many friends and memories! My youngest is in her second year now (started 2014/15), and she'll have one more year before starting kindergarten. I was very pleased with how her teachers (Ms. Stephanie & Mrs. Kelly) helped us with potty training last year! Now, she enjoys being in Mrs. Samantha & Mrs. Kelly's class! She has learned so much already! Plus, both of my girls take/took tumbling classes with Mrs. Jamie at the preschool. It's such a convenience to have that opportunity for the littles! The teachers are all excellent, friendly, courteous, professional, and respectful. I can't say enough about this program! I would recommend SFUMC Preschool to anyone!

Is this place still open? My child went here for the first year of her life until it was shut…read moredown. If it wasn't for Miss Rae, there was no way I could leave her at this facility. There were plenty of mornings I'd drop her off with the angry lady in the big room that would be screaming "STAY ON THE CARPET" to children of ALL ages including my infant daughter sitting in a bouncy seat. Absolutely horrifying. I spent many mornings crying in my car debating on weather I should go to work or rescue my child from this despicable place.

I love Lily's Playhouse and Preschool the New Owner is so nice and loving my kids come home…read moreeveryday telling me something new they have learned there. If they would accept pets I would leave my pet here with them because I know they give them the same amount of love and attention that they give the children. AWESOME CHILD CARE FACILITY and the staff is great as well I'm always greeted with smile and a warm welcome I strongly recommend this Child Care Center.

Love this daycare! The teachers are responsive and loving to my children. The activities are fun!read more

I would NEVER recommend this daycare to anyone. Not even my worst enemy because a child doesn't…read moredeserve that. They literally held my child down during nap time and told me they were "misbehaving." Thank God they have cameras to prove otherwise. The entire time my child was enrolled here they made me feel like my child was a problem when, in reality their teachers are the problem. I think this could be a great establishment if they had a better vetting process for the teachers that they employ.

Awesome place to send your children. The staff is amazing, always concerned about the kids…read more Hallways are almost always decorated in some way.

I attended LCA from 10th-12th grade. During my time there, the head of administration told me I had…read more"white privilege," stated that "Donald Trump is not a Christian," and even joked about whether I was truly saved. Regardless of political beliefs, I do not believe these comments belong in a private Christian school. When my parents requested camera footage with audio after these incidents were denied, we were told on two separate occasions that the recordings were unavailable, despite administration confirming the cameras and audio systems were functioning. After speaking with other families, it became clear that I was not the only person who experienced inappropriate comments or issues obtaining requested recordings. For a school whose mission is "To make Jesus famous in the lives of our students," my experience left me questioning whether that mission is reflected in its leadership.

My son started here about six months ago and we are so incredibly lucky to find this place. My son…read morecalls it "home". He learns so much and the teachers are absolutely amazing. I could go on and on about this place. Obviously I highly recommend this daycare!

Not a good place unless u want to be charged for Every little thing. As in being late; forgetting…read moreanything your child may need; she will charge you extra! I wouldn't refer this place to a junky; no disrespect to the junky! Because she's a evil person; very mischievous! She has a smart mouth; very unprofessional. She can't keep staff; the ladies in the pictures don't even work for her anymore; and she don't even have as near that many kids, so that should tell u right there!!!!

We love LMCC! everyone is so kind and loving. My children love going to "School" and look forward…read moreto it every week. My 2 and 3 yr old learn so much every week! I couldn't imagine being anywhere else!

I would use caution before putting your child on a wait list at this facility and here is why:…read more I wanted to make people aware of how we were treated by the staff at Little Miracles. December of 2017, we took a tour of the facility and really liked what we saw and how things were done. We were looking for our son to start Pre-School August 2018 since he would be 4 then. We asked what we needed to do in order to get him set up for the Fall. We were told if we paid $50 in advance, that would "bump us up" on the wait list. Basically, paying at the time would guarantee our son a spot. Furthermore, if anyone were to leave between January-August, we would be one of the first people they contacted. We paid them the money and went on our merry way. I never heard anything back from them so in late July early August I called them to see what all I needed to have done to get him ready for his first day. The lady told me to bring by my application packet and that was all I needed to do. When I arrived, a lady told me "Well, Ms. Riddle unfortunately we do not have a spot for him in our Pre-K class. However, we can put him in a room with advanced 2-4 year olds (whatever that means) and one of the Pre-K teachers can bring him a homework packet every week. She said she was so sorry, but sometimes it just works out where they do not have a spot become available. We did not want him to be in a room with 2 or 3 year olds (no offence to the little ones). So, here we are a couple of weeks before the classes start and I have nowhere to take my son. I started calling around and thank God I found a place close that had a last-minute spot which opened up at Smyrna Christian School. If I had not found a place for him to go at the last minute, not sure what I would have done. At this point, I knew I no longer wanted my son to attend this facility. I stewed over this for a while. After speaking with my mother in law, whom has a friend and is a program evaluator with the State of Tennessee, said this whole thing with the $50 bump up the list thing was not normal and said I should make a complaint about it. She also said it was bad practice to tell someone they have a spot, in reality....they do not. I finally reached out to Little Miracles letting them know how I felt about it and asked for my $50 back if nothing else. I see in the contract there is a $50 non-refundable enrollment fee, but since he was never enrolled because he did not have a spot, I should get that money back.... right?? Anyone else feel that way? One of the ladies there asked me for a phone number and best time to call and discuss this. I have emailed her back 3 times letting her know and have not heard a word from her or anyone else. I would use caution if anyone out there is thinking about adding their child on a wait list for this facility. I have figured they will not give me back my money, so I want to at least make others aware of these shady people. I would NOT recommend his place. Bad business with untrustworthy people.

WARNING TO PARENTS: DO NOT take your children here. If I…read morecould give this daycare ZERO stars, I would. My 2-year-old son is in the Butterfly class and has been bitten by another child FOUR times in just one month. Every single time, the office assistant gives the same excuse: "The teacher was right there, but by the time she tried to stop him, he had already bitten your child." They claim to have a biting policy, but it is clearly not enforced. It's always the same story -- another child got upset over a toy and bit my son. They apologize, but absolutely nothing changes and no meaningful action is taken to protect the other children. This has become a repeated safety issue. One morning, I personally witnessed the child's aggressive behavior. I handed my son a toy, and the child became angry and actually tried to bite ME. That was the final straw. I have removed my children from this daycare for their safety. There is no structure, no control, and no standards being maintained. The environment is constantly chaotic -- loud, children running everywhere, and little supervision. The school age children have teachers that are not experienced and the kids are always getting hurt. To make matters worse, the Pre-K classroom frequently smells like urine. They always have phone chargers plugged in the wall and my son had a burn from one. Parents deserve to know the truth before trusting this facility with their children.

If I could put 0 stars..... I would. RUNN!!!! From this place. They can't handle 2 year old…read moreproperly and just sends them home every chance they get.

Great with the kids. My granddaughter loves Ms. Stacy and all the staff.read more

We just signed my 4 year old up for 1 class a week. Although I don't expect her to be a world…read morerenound ballet dancer; I know she will have fun. This not a studio for competitive dancers. But, if u want to introduce your child to dance, dance w Stacey is very warm and welcoming.