KUDOS and thanks to First Academy for providing supreme quality customer service! I got to meet…read moreRocky Bleier on November 9, 2023! The veterans celebration was fabulous ! I highly recommend all to come and visit to support this local business! I really enjoyed and appreciated everyone's help and support!

My family and I were very disappointed with our experience when trying to schedule a school tour…read more As Deaf parents, we simply asked The First Academy to provide an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter so we could fully understand the information being shared during the tour. Despite multiple emails and opportunities to reconsider, the school declined to provide an interpreter. Instead, we were told to rely on written communication, tablets, and "extra time," which are not effective or equitable substitutes for real-time ASL access. This does not provide meaningful communication for Deaf adults, especially during an important process like evaluating a potential school for our children. We were also told we could "bring our own interpreter," which shifts the burden of accessibility onto families rather than meeting basic inclusion standards. We left the interaction feeling that the school was not prepared to support the communication needs of Deaf parents. Accessibility should not be optional, and it should not depend on families paying out-of-pocket to participate. I hope the school takes this feedback seriously and re-evaluates its approach to serving Deaf and hard-of-hearing families in the future.

My daughter has been going to this school since September of 2017 - there have been some internal…read morestaff changes - but none of which affected our 2 year old. She looks forward to going every day and I love how the new Director, Donna and the teachers show up every day with a big smile on their face and make it feel that you're part of the family. Also in a short time, my daughter can count to 20 in both English and Spanish and her vocabulary has increased over the past 6 months. Not to mention they also potty trained her within a few days. Yes, it's a small place, in an almost empty shopping plaza but we have had a great experience here. Plus having the cameras and the app are huge to check up on the kiddo.

From the owner: Social Skill Development (All Ages): One of the greatest benefits of enrolling your child in our…read morepreschool will be the enhancement of your child's social skills. Preschool Level 1 (Ages 13 Months to 23 Months): Your toddler will thrive from our extensive hands-on learning. Social skills are refined through character education. Preschool Level II & III (Ages 2-4): Preparation for kindergarten is our goal in this comprehensive program. Your child's social skills are reinforced. Drop Ins Are Welcome: We offer the exceptional opportunity for parents to just "Drop" their children in for the day (space available). Your child is able to participate in a safe and stimulating environment. Visitors Staying on the International Drive Area: If you want to head out on a special date with your spouse, contact us for our excellent referral program for child care services in your room, or in our facilities, for your convenience, safety and fun!

I had both of my kids going to Piaget. My son started there, it was difficult for me, as he was…read moreonly 2 at the time, but the school staff helped me so much that he adapted really well and when got in the kindergarten, he was ahead of all the kids in his classroom. Then I enrolled my daughter there, also a great experience, she learnt and I cannot say I have ever had a problem with the school or the school principles. Both of them loved the school. Really recommend.

I saw my child hit by a teacher three times knocking him from standing to his butt as well as…read moreanother child on 6/26/2023 between 4:20- and 4:30pm ( the secretary while making an excuse for the incident said the other child was autistic and needs a heavier hand....That was the end of my convo with her... bc wtf I almost puked) these monsters had my child for 6 months. I feel like the worst parent in the world for taking my child here at all. If your the parent with the autistic child there, they are hitting him I saw it with my own eyes (no I can not prove it bc the cameras are broken and fuzzy so you cant see what happened so they will get away with it now) . My biggest mistake was sending Mrs. Judy and email. If I could go through this process I would have called Florida Department of Children's and Families First and reported this incident there. Please if you love your children you will not take your child to this facility. if you have a child in there get them out. if you have no choose but to stay when something happens repot it to FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FIRST do not give miss Jude a chance to alter footage and corroborate stories. Also Mrs. Judy who was to report the incident immediately was slow to report the incident to the proper authorities. Do not trust her to do the right thing.

My son has come to Premier for the last 4 years and I could not have been happier with his…read morepreschool experience! The intimate setting of the classrooms as well as the small teacher to student ratio is perfect for helping to develop little minds in a educational and nuturing setting. My youngest son has just started at Premier this year and I have already seen such improvement on catching up on a few milestones. The staff is caring, attentive, communicative, and trustworthy. Premier feels like an extended family to us and we are so grateful for such a wonderful school right here in our neighborhood!

From the owner: Now enrolling for Fall of 2025! Call us to schedule a tour at 321-329-1997…read morePremier Academy is a private school offering Toddler, PreK, VPK, Kindergarten and Summer Camp programs. We foster a love of learning through our play based, developmentally appropriate and experiential approach. We develop the whole child offering a nurturing, safe and supportive environment that is engaging and challenging. We offer your child a gentle, time proven approach to learning.

Where do I begin... We started researching preschools for our son when he was still a young baby…read more Given our very high expectations we could not have been more relieved when we learned about Growing Minds and had the immense privilege of meeting Mrs. Uzma Ansari! She has undoubtedly gone above and beyond dedicating herself to early childhood education for over 20 years. Her passion and compassion along with her genuine love for all the little ones is undeniable! Our son has attended the school for almost 3 years now. We feel so blessed that his first experience with formal education has been at Growing Minds. The teachers follow Mrs. Ansari's vision and have worked alongside her for years, (which is so rare nowadays) and makes such a difference! Being a Montessori School, our son has consistently had the same teacher: Mrs. Carattini. We could not be more grateful for how loving, patient, gentle, nurturing and caring she is. The result is, our son, along with his little peers' flourish into confident, independent, curious children who have undoubtedly been positively impacted by a unique, positive learning environment. Montessori education makes a world of a difference and challenges students to remain true to who they are while cultivating a genuine love for learning. I could not recommend Growing Minds Montessori School more highly to anyone who is looking for a solid educational foundation as well as a loving, nurturing environment for their child. It was the best decision of our lives, and it will be yours too!

I chose this school for my twins who were entering pre-k4. They did such a phenomenal job with my…read moregirls that I elected to keep them there for their kindergarten year. Now they are entering first grade well above grade level and are often regarded as the kindest and most well-behaved children. I credit much of their social and academic development to Mrs. Ansari, Mrs Carratini, and the other wonderful teachers at GMMS. If you value high quality montessori education and want a supportive and peaceful learning environment for your little one then this is the place!

La Petite on Old Winter Garden Road is a wonderful place. Director, assistant director and Staff…read moreare professional, friendly, and very personable. My son and my niece attend and they are always excited to tell me about their day. I am confident that my child is in a safe and they are learning.

I'm giving this particular facility 2 stars because of the actions I've witnessed and treatment I…read morereceived while my child attended this child care facility. The director and some staff members act very unprofessionally. Also staff members are too aggressive with the children as witnessed by several parents I've spoken to as well. I urge you to carefully review this establishment before enrolling your children, look at the meals that they are receiving, and ask your kids(if they are able to speak) how their day was in detail. This was not my choice of La Petite establishments, but I bared with it until the actions of the staff/director became too negative for me to feel comfortable having my child their. Due to several concerns, I withdrew my child. Take heed. Your child's overall safety, happiness, and well being is top priority.

Absolutely incredible school. The staff is a pleasure to work with and they are very knowledgeable…read moreand sensitive when it comes to allergies and dietary restrictions. Their learning structure is very effective. My son has improved dramatically when it comes to his recognition of letters and sounds and he's only been in school a few weeks. If you are looking for affordable and excellent childcare in the Orlando/Dr. Phillips area check them out.

I am very impressed with the teaching staff. I am amazed how everyone in their team seems to be so…read morepositive day in and day out. I can totally see the difference between this school and other chain child day care places.

My son attended Enlighten Montessori for 2 1/2 years. I cannot stress enough how Enlighten not…read moreonly exceeded our expectations, but we found our son had grown both emotionally and academically under the guidance of Ms Malinda and her staff. Our son was one of the younger students in his grade, and we had some concerns about whether to allow him to enroll or to wait another year. The Montessori teaching and experience was very engaging for my son, and he learned to read and do math exceeding expectations at his grade level. In addition, he grew extensively emotionally and socially as well. I believe Enlighten, due to its smaller class sizes, has the ability to focus on the students needs which was definitely a game changer for my son. We truly highly recommend Enlighten Montessori if you're looking for a solid option for your children's early education.

If you're looking for a top notch Montessori education, with the feel of a homeschool--you just…read morefound it! My daughter received excellent and personalized attention. Malinda maintained rigor and high expectation while also exuding the feeling of being laid back and calm. What a gift! There is also a feeling of community among the parents of the school; my daughter walked away with friends, and so did we! After graduating from the program, my daughter has maintained a love of learning, and consistently tests above grade level in all subject areas. We are forever grateful for our time at Enlighten Montessori.

This is a beautiful church with a great following. The school is part of the strong family &…read morecommunity feel.

Holy Family Catholic Church is very friendly and welcoming. They go out of their way to make you…read morefeel at home, even if you are summer visitor. They are also welcoming to non-Catholics, inviting them to come up for a blessing during communion time. Also, their sermons are relevant, timely, and on target, addressing today's issues. In addition to Sunday Mass, there are many activities for various age groups of the community throughout the week. I feel blessed to be a member of this parish!

We absolutely love this school and recommend it 100%! My son had an amazing experience in 1st grade…read morewith Mrs. Estaba , such a caring, patient, and incredible teacher who truly made a difference in his life and learning journey. Mrs. Alvarez, the owner of the school, is wonderful and always present, creating such a positive and welcoming environment for both students and parents. Mr. Rosa, the security staff, is always so kind and makes everyone feel safe and cared for every single day. Mrs. Keehran is also incredibly sweet and loving with all the students -- you can truly feel how much she cares. And to everyone else whose names I may not have mentioned, thank you for always being present, supportive, and making this school feel like a family. Every staff member plays an important role, and it shows! The Christian values taught at the school, along with activities like tennis and music, make such a huge difference. The students genuinely love being there, and it's easy to see why with such amazing teachers and staff. We are so grateful for this school and everything they do for the children!

The best place and safest place to keep your loved one. I have both of my kids here and I…read moreabsolutely love the way they treat them and they care about them. The owner herself is a mother and she definitely did an amazing job to hold this place above standards.