It was an honor to meet Mr. James Box the owner of Just For Kids. He truly cares about the kids! My…read morewife and I could tell that he is a man of integrity and an honorable man! My kids used to be in Melbourne and had to transfer them to Rockledge. My wife and I both agreed that our kids would be better at Rockledge school (Just For Kids). My wife and I would recommend this business to any Family who is seeking care and education for their kids. Any questions I highly encourage any Families to call and schedule a visit.

When my son had to go here the staff was always very accommodating as my needs changed. If my son…read morewas sick for the week, they would not charge me for the week if he needed to be out. They also let me come and interact with my son while he was still in the infant room during my lunch hour from work. He had plenty of room to crawl around and the ladies there was always very nice to me. I also switched over to the Gerber Soy formula they provided, so that was another less expense to add to the list. The only drawback (As with any daycare) was that he did get sick three times in one month (Roseola, severe bronchitis and 24 hour bug) and since he was only 6-7 months old that was a very rough time, but they were always willing to work with me. I highly recommend this place to anyone!

LOVE this school!! The biggest positive factor about the school is actually the parents! In order…read moreto attend you have to volunteer time in the school... this means the parents actually care and are invested in their child's education. It makes ALL the difference! Pair that with an awesome principal and wonderful teachers.... Simply the BEST school ever.

Viera Children's Academy has had a change in management in March of 2019…read moreAll the bad reviews are from the previous ownership. Please take a look at the Hidden Reviews at the bottom of the page , these reflect the experience of families with the the new management team . We have only seen great things with this new team !!!

1/5 Stars - Highly Disappointing Experience…read more My experience with Vera Children's Academy was deeply disappointing for both me and my child. For anyone considering this facility, please know that despite the name, it is a regular daycare disguised as a learning academy but in reality there is no learning going on just a regular unprofessional daycare The financial burden here is outrageous, especially given the poor quality of care. A recurring issue we faced was their illness policy and unfair billing. I would send my daughter to daycare on a Wednesday, she would catch something from another child, and by Thursday, they would call me to come pick her up because she was sick. She would then have to miss the following day. Despite not being allowed to leave my child there, they still charged me full price for her attendance. This happened on multiple occasions, to the point where I was paying for far more days than my daughter was actually able to attend. Even more concerning than the cost was the lack of supervision and safety. There was an incident where my child came home with claw marks all over her arms. When I brought this to the teacher's attention, nobody on staff was aware of her injuries, nor had anyone called to let us know something had happened. A week later, she came home with the exact same injuries to her arms. It wasn't until I made a major issue out of it that I was finally able to request to speak to the director, who promised an investigation. Having two separate instances where my child came home injured without a single phone call or incident report made is completely unacceptable. I was finally so fed up with the lack of communication, safety, and fairness that I unenrolled my kid. I would not recommend Vera Children's Academy to any parent looking for a safe and reliable environment for their child.

If I could give this daycare a million stars I would. My daughter is on the spectrum and she's…read moreunder 3 years old so I couldn't get the proper care for her through the school district until she's 3. This facility did everything they possibly could to make my daughter feel safe, comfortable, educated, and every morning she couldn't wait to get out of the car to run to her class room. I completely and utterly regret taking my daughter out of this school. I needed to work more and I needed longer hours and I made the mistake of thinking another place would care as much as they do. Especially Ms. Ilianna, I'm so grateful for your willingness to help Brantley. You have a beautiful soul whom I know cares about every single child there. You are always involved with the children, parents and teachers as much as you can. You've helped my daughter so much, she's doing so many things she couldn't do before she started here. And you have helped me to find resources for my daughter outside of the school. I highly recommend this school to anyone because I know that any child from any background or with any disability will be safe physically, mentally and be excited for school.

such a wonderful preschool and daycare. the staff is excellent and kind and our daughter just…read moreloves it there. they treat each child special. Christian values and she has learned and grown so much since going to school.

My sons have been attended the after care program here for years. I don't usually need mornings but…read morethey beg me to bring them . All the teachers are sweet. We love that is a smaller center and they all know everyone by name

All 3 of our kids have attended or are currently attending DRDC. We absolutely love them! They are…read moreso warm and caring with the children. Many of the staff have their own children who attend there as well, which speaks volumes about the quality of the care.

Seriously the best daycare I have had the pleasure to put my 1 year old in! I had a request for…read morediaper change every hour because of his sensitive skin. Without fail, they do it and he has NEVER come home with a rash, unlike his previous providers. The owners are amazing. If they never have met a parent and even if you have a key card to enter the building, they still want to see your ID; which gives me additional sense of security. They have an option to rent a key card so each parent can buzz in. No key card? You have to ring the doorbell. Again, amazing sense of security for me and the kids LOVE to swipe the cards at the door! I also love the protective/privacy of their playground. 1. No weirdos can just pass by to observe the kids. 2. It's separated by appropriate age groups for what equipment they play on and 3. It's protected so the kids aren't always exposed to the sun =sunburn. The director is so awesome and patient, and very strict on the rules for EVERYONE. I haven't seen favoritism at all, which is something I like. She can't be talked into bending the rules for a pitty story from the parents. Lastly, the teachers are AHHHMAZING! They outwardly show how patient they are with these kids and are so patient with parents, too. You can see the love and genuine care they have for each child. I am so thankful that we found this daycare and look forward for several more years here! Thank you for allowing me to have ease of knowing my baby is taken care of while I work.

Parents, please read this before choosing this school…read more I debated writing this review, but after our experience--and the lack of any follow-up--I feel other parents should know. During the tour and orientation, the school was warm and welcoming. We were told about a "take a village" approach, that every child is different, and that teachers would adjust their style to meet each child's needs. As a first-time school parent, that sounded perfect. That was not our experience. On my son's first day, things were already confusing. He was placed in a classroom that wasn't actually his assigned room, and we were told his teacher wasn't available yet. I made it very clear that this was his first-ever school experience and that he had no idea what to expect. Less than two hours after drop-off, we received a call saying he had been pacing, humming, not following circle time, and had hit a teacher and attempted to scratch another child. I want to be clear: I do not excuse those behaviors. But I was shocked at how quickly my four-year-old--on his very first day of school--was judged as not being a good fit. We were also told he should be tested for autism based on those first couple of hours, which was incredibly upsetting. What made it even more difficult is that during orientation we were told the school would be patient, flexible, and supportive of children adjusting at their own pace. That was not reflected in our experience. He was given less than two hours to adjust to a completely new environment before conclusions were made about him. The hardest part was picking him up and seeing that he was actually happy--playing, engaged, and not wanting to leave. He cried the entire way home because he wanted to go back to school. After all of this, the school never followed up with us or checked in on him. I understand schools have to protect staff and other children, and I understand not every school is the right fit for every child. But there is a big difference between saying that and making a first-time student feel like he failed on day one. I'm sharing this so other parents--especially those sending their child to school for the first time--ask very specific questions about how adjustment periods are actually handled. For our family, this was not the right environment for our child, and I wish we had known that before his first day.

This is an awesome daycare, I would recommend them to anyone! They are nature based, my daughter…read morewent to afterschool here but we had a family emergency where she wasn't able to attend her school anymore and therefore the daycare couldn't pick her up. The director Devon completely worked with us and was so kind and empathetic to our situation. I'm so thankful for her kind heart. The teachers were also all so amazing with the kiddos.

From the owner: Treehouse Learning Academy offers students discovery and learning opportunities through hands-on…read moreexploration through real-life experiences and nature. We believe that children learn best through the environment around them. We are excited to announce our Melbourne Florida location.

In my son's words, "Mommy, I really like my school." This school has been an absolute blessing for…read moremy 2 and 4 year olds. They are both learning so much while having fun. The school is clean and nicely decorated with age appropriate materials; they have 2 playgrounds. The kids are always doing art projects, working on their tracing, letters etc. The teachers are all so very nice and easy to approach. My daughter is learning to play with others, sing songs, develop language. She's even become a better eater since starting here. My son will be well prepared for Kindergarten next year. I can't speak for the infant program, but I would highly recommend the toddler through VPK programs at Apollo if you are in need of school, not just a babysitter! Tammy, the Director will be happy to give you a tour.

From the owner: Apple Accredited and Gold Seal Approved, Apollo Preschool is a Child Care Center with a full…read moreservice child development staff for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Founded in 1979, Apollo Preschool has been a fixture of Melbourne, FL for over 30 years. Apollo Preschool is a curriculum-driven learning institution that provides children aged 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten with a jumpstart in education. Staffed by full service child development professionals, Apollo Preschool offers Infant Care and Free VPK plus After School and Summer Programs for children up to 12 years.

In 2021, we moved back "home" after being away for over a decade, bringing along our then…read more4-month-old and almost 2-year-old. We initially enrolled our oldest in a school with over 30 years of community presence, but it was a terrible experience. We pulled her out and managed without daycare for a while. By 2022, we felt she needed socialization, so we toured four different daycares. The moment we walked into Coral Reef Academy, we knew this was the one. The past 2.5 years have been nothing short of amazing. Every teacher at Coral Reef Academy is dedicated to creating a loving, safe, and nurturing environment. The administration has been outstanding. Our kids have experienced developmental milestones, from dealing with friends biting and challenging potty training to learning kindness and sharing. The teachers and administration have supported us through it all. We've experienced care across almost all age groups, from 1's to 4's. The kids learn essential skills like eating in a cafeteria, sharing, resolving conflicts, understanding emotions, and just being kids, all under the watchful and trustworthy eye of the staff. Communication is excellent through an app, and secure access with a code allows parents to enter as needed. The playgrounds are safe and clean, with staff ensuring proper hydration and monitoring the weather for excessive heat and storms. They celebrate various events like fall festivals, Thanksgiving lunch, Grandparents Day, Father's Day, Mother's Day, Scholastic Book Fair, Dr. Seuss Week, and bring in companies like Soccer Shots and Dancing Little Stars for extracurricular activities. We are moving, and unfortunately, their locations are too far for our schedule. We are deeply saddened that our girls will not graduate VPK here or continue with after-school or summer care at Coral Reef Academy. We hope that whoever takes our spot will see how amazing these teachers are and how much they love your kids. Your money will be well spent at one of the best daycares around.

My son attends school here! VPK and after school care is well. I have never been to another school…read morethat has been as thorough as this one. I met both of the owners within the first week of him starting. They own two centers one on stack Boulevard and one on NASA Boulevard. I chose the one on NASA Boulevard because it's closer to my job. I absolutely love the school. The curriculum is awesome. It's always clean. But more importantly you can tell that the owners and the staff truly care about what they do on a daily basis. They're always there, They always look neat, they know everyone by name! And I do mean everyone. Ohhh and they're culturally inclusive! Which is a rare find in Palm Bay !!! If you want your child to actually want to go to school , to actually love their school, send them here !

My daughter started in the toddler classroom at Goddard school Viera in August when the school…read moreopened. I love how clean the school is and the app they use to keep parents informed of the child's day and the schedule. The playground is nice and the teachers were super sweet and loving towards my daughter. With that being said, I do have a huge issue with their biting policy. In a course of less than 5 weeks my child was bitten 4 times (2 times in 1 morning) . My child has never bitten a child and 3 of these bites were unprovoked and one she was reaching for another child's snack. According to their policy they are not able to tell me if the same child bit her . After the second bite, I had a conversation with the front desk staff about what steps are being taken to help address the situation. I was given the generic " it's part of that ages behavior " and the bitters parents are aware of the situation. There are " behavior action plans in place". No specific details given to me at this time. After the 3rd and 4th bite I learned more information about the action plan and that provoked or unprovoked biting didn't have any different consequences. There is not a certain number of bites that would unenroll a child, they will just work on adjusting the biters behavior. I find this highly unacceptable. They keep it so hush hush that I have no idea how many times the bitter has bitten other kids. It could be 10 times and they are still in the classroom. Now ask yourself if you, as a parent, feel comfortable dropping your kid off with a child that is known to have bitten multiple kids for no reason. In their policy it says they will have a one on one person with the child to watch them and correct the behavior and this has not been done. I find the way that the administrators are handling this is unacceptable and negligent. I called corporate and was told that each school makes their own rules when it comes to biting. Goddard, you have much room for improvement to keep kids safe. Due to the unsafe environment I was forced to pull my child from school and find another daycare while the bitter or bitters stay in the school hurting other children. DO BETTER!

My son started back in August at 15 months old and has been thriving since. This being his first…read moretime in school I was so nervous on how he'd do. His teachers have been nothing but nurturing, compassionate and loving to not only him but myself. Admin is quick and easy to communicate with and with the security of the facility I know he's always safe. He loves the gym, playground and the track they get to play in daily as well. I can't recommend it enough, watching him enjoy himself and grow so much here makes my mama heart so full.