I can't say enough kind words about Kiddie Academy! We've been attending for almost 2.5 years and…read morein that time I've watched my daughter not only learn important developmental and life skills, but she has gained so much confidence in her own ability and with her peers. Our son has been part of KA for a little over a year and has grown leaps and bounds in his infant room. The staff and administration is unmatched! They've taken the time to get to know our kids and their individual personalities to really help foster a safe environment for them. I absolutely recommend Kiddie Academy if you're looking for a place that treats you like family and prioritizes learning in a fun, collaborative way!

Kiddie Academy in Oswego is absolutely wondering. All three of our kids have attended and they've…read moreloved it! Currently, we have our younger 2 still in daycare and we never have to worry when we drop them off. Every teacher is so incredibly kind and the Director is just wonderful and so approachable. We recommend KA to everyone looking for a trusting center for their kiddo!

We enrolled our son at Kiddie Academy of Darien nearly a year in advance while I was pregnant…read morebecause we knew how competitive childcare openings are in the area. We completed the enrollment agreement, paid the enrollment fee, signed all required paperwork, and received written confirmation that his enrollment was finalized with a scheduled start date of August 17, 2026. As we got closer to his start date, I reached out to introduce our son and check on the waitlist for an earlier opening. That conversation is when I learned that our confirmed August start date had been pushed back several months. I was told an email had been sent months earlier, but our family had somehow been left off the distribution list. Here's what makes this unacceptable: no one ever contacted us to let us know our confirmed enrollment had changed. We only found out because I reached out. Had I not, we would have continued planning our return to work under the assumption that our son was starting in August. I emailed both the center director and management outlining my concerns and asking for a resolution. I followed up when I received no response. Neither email was ever acknowledged. Instead, the only communication we received was an automated message informing us that Lucas's start date had been changed AGAIN. Mistakes happen. Ignoring families after those mistakes happen is a choice. Childcare is one of the biggest decisions parents make. Families arrange maternity leave, work schedules, and finances around confirmed enrollment dates. The complete lack of communication and accountability throughout this process was incredibly disappointing. Thankfully, we found another daycare that welcomed our son sooner and has been proactive, organized, and communicative from day one. Looking back, I'm grateful this happened before our son ever started because it showed us exactly how communication is handled when something goes wrong. If you're considering Kiddie Academy of Darien, I would encourage you to look at the many other excellent daycare options in the area before making your decision.

So we did not end up sending our baby here…read more But nonetheless, I wanted to take this opportunity to write a great recommendation for Nikki and the rest of the staff. Earlier this year, we were looking for a daycare solution for our six month old. We heard great reviews, and so we came by for an in person tour and paid a deposit here. The staff was so welcoming, and it was evident that they really cared about taking good care of the kids. Additionally, there coronavirus protocols were spot on. They took great care to enforce a 100% masking policy, and it sounds like the vast majority of the staff had also been vaccinated. I loved that even though it looked like a commercial building instead of a school, they had different rooms for the different aged kids, kitchens, security cameras EVERYWHERE, and even outdoor space. We felt welcomed and Nikki answered every question we could have possibly had. Another endorsement is that she sends her own kids there! Anyway - we wish things would've worked out - it's purely a matter of distance and proximity - but we would've been thrilled to send our kid here. Thanks Nikki and the team!

My son have been here for almost one year and I can say the service is good, my son is learning new…read moreactivities and teachers are nice and sweet, I recommend this place !

The Director, Miss V , is very rude and unprofessional. Although this was the most affordable…read moredaycare , I guess you get what you pay for. I do not recommend .

I love this daycare! They do an amazing job communicating and keeping me informed about how my…read moredaughter's day went. All the staff members are extremely friendly and always so helpful with everything I need.

Clean, organized, camera access, staff amazing, very welcoming and they do fun things with the kids…read morealways

If you're looking for a place where your child will be safe, engaged, and genuinely cared for, I…read morecan't recommend this program enough. I used it for drop-in care for my 9-month-old son while traveling to visit family, and even during a short-term stay, the experience far exceeded typical daycare expectations. From the very first day, he was happy to go and clearly felt at ease with the caregivers. What truly sets this care center apart is the level of thoughtful engagement they provide. Each visit included circle time with stories and songs, outdoor play, and age-appropriate enrichment activities that kept him stimulated and smiling. I especially appreciated the detailed updates and photos throughout the day--they gave me real peace of mind and a meaningful glimpse into his experience. Every pickup was a joy--he was always content, actively playing, or happily interacting with staff. It was clear he felt safe and cared for, and that meant everything to me as a mom. Whether you're visiting the area or looking for care options, this place is a gem. The level of attention, professionalism, and warmth they provide is truly exceptional.

pay all this money for nothing, my child face was dirty everytime I picked him up, my child got…read morebit, no summer activities, no field trips, don't have anything they claim during the application process. they will play with your money!

Kiddie Academy was our first choice for daycare services for our kids. The facility is brand new…read moreand well taken care of. The teachers are very friendly and seem to really care about the kids. I love the structured activities and learning in all grade levels/ages. The kids get to spend time outdoors as well. Would recommend. Mari.jablonska@gmail.com

I would HIGHLY recommend this center to anyone looking for exceptional childcare. We continue to be…read moreso impressed by the the incredible care our 1.5 year old daughter receives. She start going there when she was 8 months and has grown so much thanks to the incredible teachers. All of the staff - from the front desk staff, to the directors, to the cooks, and the teachers are incredibly kind. patient, and dedicated. Not only does every staff member know my daughter's name personally, they also greet my husband and I by name at pick up and drop off. It is truly a Kiddie Academy family. All the teachers are great at communication and you receive several picture updates throughout the day. When my daughter was younger, her teachers would chat with me through the app and ease any questions or concerns I had. Our daughter has transitioned into the toddler room but still loves her infant room teachers and I think that says a lot about the impact they have made. I really cannot say enough great things about this place!

Love Kiddie Academy!!…read more My grandson loves his "school" and in essence it is school because he's learned so much. His language skills (comprehension/expressive) have come so far. He's learning to interact with his friends and be part of a group. All of those pre-k skills like colors, shapes, the alphabet, numbers, etc are part of the curriculum. Yes, there is a curriculum, this isn't babysitting. The facility is appealing to kids, the staff has always been friendly and also good about keeping us informed as to how his day went. Can't ask for more in quality care for your child. That peace of mind is huge.

MY REVIEW WAS DELETED SO I AM POSTING A SECOND TIME!…read more My children were enrolled for about 18 months at this facility before Dad and I decided to unenroll them indefinitely. The very first day they arrived, upon picking them up my son had marks all on his arm as if he was bitten several times. I brought It to the attention of the front desk and they managed to calm me down and reassure me they would review the cameras - they never did. As a parent, I should have trusted my intuition and removed them from this facility that very first day. My son would come home and tell us that his teacher, Ms. Amanda, didn't like him so we requested a classroom change with Ms. Jezera who was absolutely amazing. My daughter had a consistent revolving door of teachers; her nose would be completely crusted upon pickup as if she wasn't being tended to. Jezera and her sister Jasenia, who later became my daughters teacher, as well as Ms. Brittney are easily the only teachers in the entire facility that I trusted with my children. Once my son aged out of Ms. Jezera's class he was placed into a classroom with Katie's son, the director. All of a sudden they claimed he was having behavioral issues when in actuality he was being bullied by Katie's son and other classmates and management refused to do anything about it despite our continuous requests for a classroom change, which was once honored previously. Katie shows complete favoritism towards her children and would make inappropriate comments to my child. There is a current DCFS investigation as well as attorneys involved due to an incident that occurred on 7/12. Upon picking my children up from this facility, my son had marks on his hips telling me his teacher, Ms. Terrah was pinching him ( as part of disciplinary measures) upon review of their cameras and an exam of my child these accusations proved to be 100% correct. The only thing I commend this daycare on is their swift response as Terrah was terminated within the hour, however, their continuous lack of due diligence in hiring competent staff and addressing issues at their core would have prevented the continuous mistreatment of my son during his entire enrollment here. This facility over the course of the entire 18 months continued to lose my trust and the ONLY reason I kept putting faith in them is due to the strong relationships I had with the teachers listed; their promise to ensure my children were safe was appreciated but they of course can only do so much. This is the first and last daycare my children will ever attend!

We have sent three boys to Kiddie Academy up until kindergarten since 2017 with our youngest boy…read morefinishing up there this year. We can't be more grateful for how they've helped our boys flourish socially and academically. Teachers from years ago still remember our older boys' names and always put smiles on their faces. Every teacher we have had has been nurturing and positive with our boys. Thank you Sierra and Colleen for doing all the behind the scenes work to make Kiddie Academy a great place to drop our kids off.

My child has been with Kiddie Academy since he was 6 months old and now he's going to headed to…read morekindergarten in the fall. Over these years the professionalism and care his teachers have demonstrated have been exemplary. Their ability to relate and work with children on their level is nothing less than inspired which allows my wife and I to work full time without concern around his level of care. They are a valuable resource in the community which has helped create a well rounded social environment my son ensuring that he will be well adjusted as he transitions into this next phase of education. I can't thank them enough for their steadfast and diligent work on a daily basis.