Thank you to Smarty Pants Preschool for taking care of both of my babies! One from 13 weeks to VPK,…read moreand most recently my daughter at 4 months. There's not many people I trust and I'm so thankful for Jillian Hernandez, her family, Lauren Nicole, Makaela Redmond, and all of the SP teachers! Thank you from Chloe, our littlest smarty pants! In regards to the negative review, it is common place for many daycares to follow even school calendars. The practice of having the school close so that the staff can celebrate holidays with their own family is well known in advance and practical for keeping happy teachers for decades. Smarty Pants stayed open for me and my family during COVID lockdown so that we could work. Tuition is paid for closed holidays so that staff can be paid. I completely disagree with the one star review listed here. You pay for the quality of care you receive.

Steer clear! We enrolled our two-year-old here 10 months ago, and we have had numerous issues with…read moreJillian (one of the owners). Anytime we have brought up a question or a concern, her immediate response was to threaten to "release us" from our contract; basically, if you don't like the way she does something, she has no interest in discussing it and would be happy to leave your child without daycare (obviously, any place good has a waiting list). Which is exactly what happened to our family a couple of weeks ago. The facility electively closed the entire week of Thanksgiving and still charged tuition, and I questioned the fairness of that closure and payment: see the attached photos. Smarty Pants cashed our post-dated check a week early, "released us from our contract" the next day, and will not return our NUMEROUS attempts to reach them about why they won't return $275 they took from us. There is rapid turnover with the teachers, as well. Jillian acts like they run a non-profit and is constantly asking for "donations" (we spent $150 on our child's back-to-school supplies). Everything about this place is a money-grab, and there is no true relationship with families.

Their curriculum is very good. Hands on Montessori and Abeka combined. They do individualized…read morelearning vs a big class. My two children attend here, and we absolutely love it. We were a little hesitant about separating them at first, but for now they're in the same class and both adore their teachers. They come home singing Christian songs and are currently learning Bible poems. The facility is clean and well cared for, and they've recently purchased the building, so they're in the process of updating and upgrading everything,which is amazing to see. It's also part of a biblical, gospel-centered church, which gives us confidence that our children are being taught the true Word.

From the owner: A Christ-Centered Preschool & Daycare for Children Ages 1–5 in Bradenton, FL…read more Generation Preschool Academy is a loving, faith-based daycare and preschool dedicated to discipling the next generation through early biblical foundations. We provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment where children grow spiritually, academically, and socially. Our teachers are caring Christian educators who guide little ones through Bible stories, worship, prayer, and creative learning. We believe every child is uniquely created by God and deserves a joyful start in life. Our curriculum blends Christian values with early education standards to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond. With small class sizes, engaging activities, and daily opportunities to explore and learn, your child will thrive in both faith and knowledge. Join a community where faith, family, and education come together. 📞 Call us at (941) 260-3228 or visit our website to schedule a tour or enroll today. Someone from our friendly staff will respond promptly.

My experience with this preschool has been excellent. The teachers are caring and nurturing, and…read moreyou can tell they're really there for the children. I know exactly what my daughter is doing during the day, because they follow a very clear schedule, accessible to the parents, and a wonderful faith-based curriculum. They also send daily reports and I know when my daughter hasn't had a good day, and why; communication is very good and the Director is very personable and accessible. It's also very affordable in comparison to other daycares in the area. I'd say EUMP is a very happy place to be at. Totally recommend!!!

If a ZERO was an option in the rating I would give them that. It all started on the day I went to…read morecheck out the school and take a tour. Remind you there is no reviews good or bad about this school. When I was in the 2 year old room the first caregiver was not wearing a bra. Keeping an open mind. There is probably a logical explanation. The second caregiver sat in a chair and just gave directions and never got up to interact with the kids. She was not disabled. Again, keeping an open mind. The playground needed some work. Still not a deal breaker. So, the day of registration I bring my son in and I was greeted with "you didn't bring any diapers." I did. I left them in the car until I finished getting my son registered. Which I explained to her. (He is 18 months) I went into the baby room to talk to the administrator. As I was speaking to her, one of the caregivers immediately disciplined the baby by yelling at him. There was no calm talk or redirecting done first. As we continued to talk the same woman yelled again and yanked the boy by his arm. I thought I was going to snap. I feel the administrator is well aware of this woman's actions. It clearly is not her first time. Especially, if you can't even put up a front in the presents of a parent. I told them that I do not agree with how they discipline the children. She asked me why and I explained and the woman that did the reprimanding said to me that she just moved the child away from the other. If I can pick out the two children involved out of the 10 other children in there, I think I can tell the difference between removing the child and just being plan mean and abusive. I do not ever write reviews. This time warrants it as a warning for any parent trusting another individual to care for your child.

This is our second year at Goddard. I love Diane and Quinn and we have had amazing, caring and…read moreloving teachers. The things our toddler learns - nothing short of amazing. I'm thankful for such a wonderful preschool so close to our home.

I'm a first time mom and very picky about who is with my child while I'm at work during the day. I…read moreused to teach two year olds in preschool and I know how hard it is for an establishment to keep the numbers at the state standards. We have had THE BEST experience with the Goddard School. I enrolled my son in the infant classroom when he was around 9 months old. The growth and learning my child saw within the first month was unbelievable! He was doing baby sign language to tell us he wanted "more" milk, or food before he could even crawl. It was amazing. The dedication each of the teachers has for each child is unlike any other I have ever seen. We stayed with them until he was 1 when we ran into some financial issues. This school is pretty pricey, but it's worth every cent. They worked with me to try and keep us there, and I wish we could have stayed. Unfortunately, I had to take him out for almost a year. It was very sad. Then life went back up again and we were able to take him back to school part time. They remembered his name, my name, my husbands name, and even the cars we drove. Diane and Josh are so super nice, and just overall good people. Ms. Jasmine is too (My son LOVES her). Going back was a relief. I never worried about him being okay, and they always kept the lines of communication open to us. Ms. Liza and Ms. Quinn were amazing and got my son back up to speed in no time. My son is two now and potty training in Ms. Debbie and Ms. Jessica's classroom. They have been nothing but supportive and have always been there to answer any questions I may have in terms of what's normal behavior, how he is advancing, and just to giggle about the silly things he does. He even speaks spanish now too! Every day I receive a report that breaks down the different things they have done that day and what part of development it's for. They also break down how much lunch he ate, how long he napped, and his potty habits. There is even a little section where they write a sweet little moment my child had during the day: "Today (child) had so much fun kicking the soccer ball to his friends! He kept on yelling go team go!" Honestly, it's the best school in the area. I wouldn't dream of taking my child anywhere else. He's excited to go to school. He's excited to learn. He doesn't cry when we get there, he was immediately comfortable when taking him back after the break. I am so thankful for The Goddard School and what they have done for me and my family. All of the teachers there are amazing and so good with each age group. We are lucky to have a school like this!

I am a teacher in the Sarasota School District. My son did a week of camp this summer with Capo…read morekids and really enjoyed himself. I first learned about Capo kids when I saw a group of their campers at Urfer park earlier this summer. (Each day of camp includes a different field trip, such as the park, bounce house, laser tag, pool, etc.) I was immediately impressed by not only the kindness and camaraderie the children showed to one another, but also by the incredible maturity and aptitude of the two counselors I saw in action. I liked what I saw so much that I asked the counselor who they were, and went right online to check out what their program was all about. What I had witnessed at the park all made perfect sense when I read about the values instilled within this martial arts summer camp, such as the importance of having a good attitude and character, making the right choice, giving 100%, doing the right thing, and so on. On his first day of camp, I continued to be dazzled as another young boy greeted my son with a smile and a handshake and showed him where to put his things. The counselors were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I felt very comfortable that I was leaving him in good hands. Each day my son came home happy and tuckered out. By the end of the week he had learned some fun new martial arts moves that he was very excited to show off. We both look forward to future classes and camps with Capo Kids!

Do your research on the teachers before you send them here. If your fine with "woke" teachers than…read morethis is the place for you! My son was a left handed kid and somehow now a right handed boy. My boy never noticed or commented on skin color until after attending this school. Also when my boy came home with bruises, why would you all not find it a priority to get me a copy of the daily video surveillance unless you all caused the bruise. If you weren't responsible for it, wouldn't you want to get that video out ASAP?? They will come off supper happy and excited to teach your kiddos, once they have your $$ that will all change. Everything above is my personal experience, so do your own research. The photo below is my sons bruise, and one of the "teachers"

The owners and the director of this place are horrible. They only care about the bottom line. If…read moreyou are looking for a place where it feels like family, this isn't it. The best way to put it, the director is Trunchbull from the movie maltida. For the amount of money that you pay here, the customer service should be excellent. The turn around of teachers is extremely high. The director is to blame. She treats them horrible. She are all scared to clock in and out a min late or they get reprimidad. This is a center where young children go and the director doesn't have a single inch of warmth to her. Avoid yourself the headach, the awkwardness or not being greeted, and the constant inconsistencies of teacher due to her poor leadership.

My daughter attended Kiddie Academy Lakewood Ranch for at least 2 years and just graduated from…read moretheir VPK program. (The graduation ceremony and celebration for the kids was so nice!) The school has made a lot of improvements over time since we first started and seems to be headed in the right direction. While the turnover of teachers was initially a concern for me, it seems like Kiddie Academy LWR has recently done a better job of retaining some good teachers and administrators. The school has also improved their curriculum and the kids seem to be learning more. My daughter's reading readiness scores jumped over 20 points higher between the start and end of VPK at this school! While I think they can still focus more on reading and math readiness, they seem to be improving the curriculum every day. My daughter also has made amazing friends with the other kids and strong connections with her teachers. Overall I recommend giving Kiddie Academy a chance, as the school is just getting better every day and seems committed to constant growth and improvement. My daughter loved it!

We relocated to Bradenton area at the start of the new year and my son's after care program at his…read moreelementary school was full and on a waitlist, with little possibility of getting a spot. I toured several schools in the area looking for a safe and nurturing environment for my son. I settled for a different school only because of price difference and availability. I pulled my son out before 90 because of the lack of communication. We were able to start at Primrose that following Monday and have not had any complaints since! My son is thriving and loves going to the aftercare program and attending on school out days. He loves his teacher Ms Martyn and all the fun activities she has planned! We couldn't ask for a better experience!

From the owner: Primrose School at Lakewood Ranch North is an accredited daycare located in the Bradenton area that…read moreoffers infant, toddler, preschool, pre-kindergarten and after school programs. For over 40 years Primrose preschools has been a trusted household name and a nationally recognized daycare provider committed to forging a path that leads to a brighter future for all children.

We've had such a wonderful experience at La Petite Academy! One of the things I appreciate most is…read moretheir flexibility -- especially thanks to Ms. Gina, who is always understanding and willing to work with our family's needs. The teachers are amazing, and I want to give a special mention to Miss Jacqui and Miss Savannah who are so caring, patient, and truly dedicated to the children. Before coming here, my daughter attended another daycare in the area. While I truly liked the teachers there too, I had to make a change because they weren't flexible enough with my schedule and the facility wasn't as well maintained as La Petite. The facility here is beautiful, clean, and very well cared for. I love how thoughtfully they organize the children's days with a balance of learning, play, and creativity. My daughter especially enjoys the meals they serve -- she looks forward to them every day! It's such a relief as a parent to know that your child is in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. We're so grateful for the entire team here!

My Daughter Loves Her Teachers So Much I'd Definitely Recommend La Petite…read more I Want To Give A Huge Shout Out To The Infant , Toddlers And Two's Teachers For Everything They Do For The My Daughter And Love To Know She's Always In Good Hands Even In The Mornings When She Can Be A little Dramatic Sometimes Thank You Ms . Rebecca - Ms Yinet - Ms Alicia - Ms Lyric - Ms Erica - Ms Icesis

Teacher arrested for breaking an infants leg. Owner did not inform other parents and did not…read morecooperate with law enforcement.

This place has been great for my son. I can go to work and trust he will be in good hands while at…read moredaycare. He's always happy to be dropped off which tells me he's happy there.

We have loved everything about Doodlebugs. We have a 3 year old in Tues/Thurs class. Management is…read moreon top of everything with excellent communication and adhering to safety rules. Very organized. Teachers are amazing! They make your child feel special and loved. Cost is affordable. Food served is good quality and has a good amount of fruit and veggies offered. Most important to me is that this school is safe. Would definitely recommend.

My son started at Doodlebugs in Dec 2023 at 18mo. He came home a couple months later singing the…read moreABCs. He was very feral, and we were so surprised they trained him to sit in chairs. He's the biggest little hype man. Always super excited for everything and he brings that energy with him to Doodlebugs. They do a wonderful job directing his energy towards a variety of activities. They've worked hard to bring out the best in him. Especially Ms Olivia who worked with him extensively when he was adjusting to a bigger kids class. He recently just turned 3 and he's counting, recognizing letters, sings a long list of songs, and is so polite. He absolutely loves it there and we're looking forward to having his little sister start when a spot opens for her!