My first encounter was with Lizette. Lizette, was the one to give us our very first tour. She was…read moreso friendly and made the whole process feel easy. That first meeting really stuck with me, and it made me feel good about choosing L&P Montessori for my son. Ms. Norma, Ms. Karima, and Ms. Ava have been amazing. They go out of their way to make every child feel comfortable and cared for. My son can be a handful; he's energetic, can be wild at times, and is very selective about the people. They have been nothing but patient and kind with him. I want to comment about Ms. Jackie because I recently saw a negative review about her, and it made me really sad to see what was written about her. It's tough to see something like that written about someone, knowing that words like those can really hurt a person's character and reputation. I've never seen any of the behaviors mentioned in the negative review but only kindness from Ms. Jackie, even the times I would drop off my son and didn't know I was there. She's always sweet and patient, especially with kids who are having a rough morning. My son is talkative and not afraid to speak his mind if something's wrong. If there was ever anything off, my son would be the first to tell me if Ms. Jackie was not nice. Even in the older kids' classrooms, the staff and teachers are friendly, nice, and acknowledges you during drop off/pick-ups. It's a place where I know my son is safe, respected, and genuinely cared for. I'm so glad we found Learn and Play Montessori.

My daughter attended LAPMS for almost 2 years, and this is my updated review based on my…read moreexperience. If you are considering this school, ask yourself these questions: 1. Are you okay with minimal communication? 2. Do you have the time and energy to do your own documentation for incidents involving your child? 3. Are you okay with paying additional fees for dropping off your child 5 minutes early and/or picking up less than 5 minutes late? 4. Is quantity more important than quality? 5. Will you appreciate dealing with a rude and unprofessional site director (Lizette)? 6. Do you like leaving your child with undervalued and unhappy teachers? 7. Would you be okay with other children having "behavioral reports" on record, despite the site director's son's consistent behavioral issues being ignored? 8. Do you appreciate escalating an issue to the site director's boss, only to have it swept under the rug because the two have each other's backs? 9. Do you don't think high turnover of teachers and staff is normal? 10. Are you okay with no transparency and accountability? If you answered "yes" to any or all of the questions above, then this school will be the perfect fit for you and your child! Good luck. Note that if you do have any issues you want to report, it is nearly impossible to find contact information for the appropriate person. It will take some investigative work, so prepare yourself. Again, good luck!

I found jungle book through a friends recommendation. It's been a few years now and we are SO…read morethankful for Tera and the lovely ladies she has working here. I love the cute outside area she has set up for the kids to get out and play but also love how much she dedicates to working with them on their education. It really shows! I completely trust this staff with our son, it's been an excellent experience. Definitely recommend them if your in need of childcare part time or full time!

This review is long overdue. Tera and her staff are so great! My son is two years old now and has…read morebeen attending Jungle Book since he was about 10 months. Tera has daily circle time where they learn their ABCs, numbers, shapes, etc. My son knew all of his shapes and ABCs at 18 months, and now counts in twos. It's AMAZING how well he speaks and how much he has thrive here. He's always very excited when I drop him off. I feel very fortunate to have found this place.

Just wanted to update a previous review to reflect how much our child has progressed in the time he…read morehas been here. At such a young age our child has surpassed many developmental milestone including great advances in his language development and ability to count to at least 10 at such a young age. We're also very grateful and impressed that our child has not gotten sick while at LMA which is a testament to the cleanliness of the facility and health and safety protocols. We feel so grateful that our child's physical, social, academic and emotional foundations are thoughtfully nurtured at LMA. We could not imagine his early years starting off in a better place!

Our family is incredibly grateful for the time our daughter spent with Ms. Sarah and her team at…read moreLittle Munchkins Academy. We were with them for half a year, and in that time we watched her grow in ways that felt both meaningful and grounded. She picked up new songs, new words, and simple routines like cleaning up after herself and washing her hands. She learned to wait patiently, be polite, create art, and play with friends in a way that showed us how supported she truly was. The environment was consistently clean, safe, and thoughtfully structured. She never got sick, which speaks to the level of care and attention the staff brings to their work every single day. Their policies are clear and firm, and it is evident that they exist to protect the children and keep the space running smoothly. We always had peace of mind knowing she was in good hands. We trusted the team completely and felt they treated her with the same care and consistency we would at home. We are deeply appreciative of everything Ms. Sarah and her staff poured into her during this chapter. Little Munchkins Academy has been a wonderful part of our daughter's early learning and we are thankful for the experience.

10/10 would recommend!! Miss June is amazing! She teaches them independence. She teaches the kids…read morewhat they would learn in kindergarten! And has the perfect balance of learning and playing outside. She also teaches the kids to problems solve and resolve things amongst themselves, which I love. My son was under her care for a year and a half and he learned so much! He is in kindergarten now and I feel like everything he learned the first 6 months of kindergarten, he already learned with Miss June. Miss June also cooks breakfast & lunch for the kids which is a huge plus! Miss June is an amazing teacher & very patient. You will be happy your child went here.

Smart Start Daycare and Preschool has been an absolute blessing for our family. From the moment we…read morewalked through the doors, we knew this was more than just a daycare--it's a deeply nurturing, thoughtful, and safe environment where children are truly seen, heard, and loved!!!! Ms. June and her incredible team of teachers are nothing short of amazing. They are caring, attentive, compassionate, and deeply committed to each child's well-being and development. You can feel the love and dedication in everything they do. They genuinely pour their hearts, energy, and expertise into every aspect of the program. One of the things that sets SmartStart apart is their commitment to providing home-cooked nutritious meals for the children. Every day, breakfast, lunch, and snacks are freshly prepared with care which is something that's rare and so appreciated in today's fast-paced world. What's even more impressive is their focus on their emotional intelligence starting as early as age 2. Ms. June and her team guide the children through understanding their feelings, learning empathy, and building the foundation for respectful, inclusive interactions. It's a beautiful way to raise emotionally aware and kind future adults, and it shows in the way the children treat each other. They also keep parents incredibly connected and informed through an app, where they share regular updates and photos throughout the day. It's such a joy to see the children engaged in creative projects, hands-on lessons, and meaningful play. Most importantly, Smart Start is a place you can completely trust. The safety and well-being of the children is clearly the top priority, and the environment is both warm and secure. As a parent, there's nothing more comforting than knowing your child is in such capable and loving hands!!!! You can truly see the blood, sweat, and tears that go into making Smart Start the wonderful place it is. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

We love A Little World Montessori Academy. I have visited many schools, My wife and I walked into…read morethis school and we knew this is the school we wanted to send our daughter. My child has attended their educational and childhood developmental center and the director is so focused and appreciative of each child's well-being! After this pandemic period, we have started our lives again Also, when I see my daughter interact with the other kids, it's so nice. We can fully recommend this place to all the parents they love their children

We couldn't have asked for a better daycare experience!…read more Lara and her team were welcoming, professional, kind, and patient with our child for the 2 years she spent at their daycare. The space, inside and out, was well kept, clean, and very well organized. We never saw the place in disarray or untidy, no matter what time of day we visited. Our child was provided with age appropriate play and structured & creative activities, obvious from her growth in language and social maturity. Drop offs and pick ups were always so easy to manage. And the user-friendly app provided more than enough comfort in knowing what & how our child was doing throughout the day. Communication was easy and constant, we were never not knowing what was going on during the day, the next week, or the next month. Off all the local daycare facilities we explored before settling on Lara's, this was by far the warmest and most welcoming. Our family HIGHLY recommend Lara's for all of your daycare needs.

5/5 I'm so happy…read morewith this daycare! The teachers are extremely loving and caring, and they help the children develop so well, emotionally, socially, and intellectually. I'm in love with their method, hygiene, and organization. They even cook healthy meals every day, and since my son started there, he has rarely been sick. You can truly feel that they care for each child as if they were their own. I'm so grateful for everything they do for my little one!

Our experience with Little Stepping Stones Preschool has been nothing short of amazing. My son has…read morebeen attending since he was just 7 months old, and as any parent knows, leaving your baby at that age is incredibly emotional. From day one, Micheala made us feel completely comfortable and reassured. Micheala is patient, nurturing, and truly treats each child like family. She took the time to understand my son's personality, his routines, and his needs when he was still a baby, and she has continued to support his growth every step of the way. Watching him grow from an infant into a confident, curious little learner in her care has been such a blessing. The environment she creates is always clean, organized, and full of engaging, age-appropriate activities. I love that she focuses not just on play, but also on early learning, social skills, and building independence. My son has learned so much -- from communicating better to interacting kindly with other children -- and I truly believe Micheala has played a huge role in his development. Most importantly, my son is happy there. He walks in with a smile and comes home excited to tell me about his day. That peace of mind is priceless as a parent. I'm beyond grateful for the love, attention, and dedication Micheala shows every single day. I highly recommend Little Stepping Stones Preschool to any parent looking for a safe, caring, and enriching environment for their child.

It took me 6+ months to find a daycare I felt good about sending my 2 toddlers to. Little Stepping…read moreStones, has been great. Michaela, the owner of the home preschool is very engaging. She is loving and nurturing, I feel safe knowing they are in her care. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided, a lot of play and outside time, which are essential to young children in my opinion! My children have great social skills and they are great with pets, thanks to the sweet pup named Chloe, who lives there!