Worst contract we have ever seen for a daycare. They want you to sign a contract that states that…read moreyou agree to leave your child there for a minimum of 18 months, otherwise you will lose the $1200 deposit. They also expect you to give them first month's fees (which are currently sitting at $2,025 a month) plus the $1,200 deposit and a $300 administration fee to hold the spot. We also were dismayed by the reaction from Ms Seema ( Head Administrator) about some worrisome reviews we read online about how the kids were mistreated in two particular cases. Instead of going into damage control mode and try to alleviate our fears she just said "I thought you would have read those reviews before making an appointment." We were taken aback. I thought she would have said something along the lines of "those are isolated situations and the staff were dealt with accordingly"... " we strive to provide a safe and healthy environment for your most child" But no, nothing - just condemnation for not reading the bad reviews BEFORE we made an appointment. Luckily were were on several list and didn't have to choose this place because of lack of spots. Our thinking is they don't have waiting lists because they hope to snag the few parents that are desperate to get their kid in a daycare spot then try and lock the parents into a draconian contract that financially penalises them excessively if they decide this place is not the right fit for their child. The toddler section was pretty much empty and when we dug deeper it appears they have trouble keeping kids for more than 6 months. Most daycares are so incredibly difficult to get into, and the toddler spots are even more scarce. So this is another red flag. Please Note: The actual staff we did meet were very nice except for Ms Seema who was pleasant until we had some questions. I seems the owner and Ms Seema have known eachother since the early days of this place. They seem to be the issue.

My daughter has been at bluebird for a little over two years. She absolutely loves it. It's a weird…read morenotion to have your child ask "can I go to school" on a Saturday.

One of our sons has been here since October 2019, so there was a few months they were closed and we…read moreleave the country this month. It was recommended to us by two neighbourhood families, who both said the care was the best they had experienced. Judy who owns it is amazing. Our son had never been anywhere for care and was very reluctant to be with strangers before this. But from the first week, he skipped in everyday. The care and attention is amazing, the staff are all very pleasant and loving towards the children. Judy is extremely good with all the kids, particularly ones struggling with settling ( I've seen a few kids on their first days with her, and she is great). They have a huge room and use of a gym upstairs a few days a week, along with a nice playground outside. They were always open to families coming to see the place at any time ( pre Covid). During the closedown, she kept us informed, and is running a very tight ship with the new regulations- the place is deep cleaned all the time and the set up adhere to the new guidelines. We're very sad to be leaving- I can't recommend them enough.

This daycare does a great job of watching children and helping them progress in their early years…read more They provide special attention to each child and makes them feel right at home. They even have before and after school programs where they will drop-off and pick-up kindergarten kids at Davisville Jr. PS. Overall a good daycare. Sad to leave but our kids have to grow up sometime.

We had our son at this daycare for almost three years. We could not have been happier with how…read morethis daycare was run! The cost is very fair, and the location is very convenient (for us). The facility is very neat, clean and well stocked with a great variety of toys and activities! There is also a large grass park adjacent to the facility, which they often use. The odd time that our son would get hurt or have a problem with another child, we were immediately informed of the details and what was done to solve the problem. I was always impressed with the way they handled any and all situations that arose. Regardless of anything, he would come home happy every day! After reading the poor review left here by someone else, it seems like their child has personal problems that aren't the daycare's fault. I wouldn't pay much attention to that review since my wife and I have never known anyone to have a negative thing to say about Ladybug daycare. My wife and I are very much looking forward to enrolling our youngest son when he becomes old enough to attend!

My son has spent a little over a year at LadyBug daycare, which out of all the daycares that we…read morehave explored, proves to be the best. 1. The staff is very kind and gentle with the children, always playing with them and keeping a close eye. As you know, children can be reckless and on multiple occasions my son has been pushed or kicked by another toddler, the teacher automatically notified me of this, ensuring me that the other parent was notified as well. This is just one of the ways the staff at this daycare differ greatly from other ones. 2. The food is catered and organic, all a parent can ask for for their children is for them to eat well and healthy. They offer a menu in which I can keep track of everything that my son is eating and it is very beneficial for me to work around. 3. The children spend a lot of time outdoors, they exercise and play. They are not confined within the walls of the daycare but rather gets fresh air throughout the day. My son is very energetic, so being able to go outside is a perfect way for him to play to the fullest of his extent and explore the world around him. 4. Finally, the environment that he is surrounded by is full of learning, music, care and fun, all of which are needed in the development of children. When my child comes home singing new songs and telling me about his day, I know for sure that I have chosen the right day care from him and plan to enroll my second son there as well, it is much recommended. -Branislav V.

Bright Bloomers Studio is an amazing place for children to learn, grow, and have fun in a safe and…read morenurturing environment. The team is incredibly caring, organized, and truly dedicated to supporting each child's individual needs. You can tell that a lot of thought goes into the programs, from engaging activities to creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere. The space is well-prepared and welcoming, and communication with families is always clear and professional. It's a great option for before and after school care, camps, and special programs. I would highly recommend Bright Bloomers Studio to any family looking for quality childcare and meaningful experiences for their children.

It was a wonderful experience for my kids in Rhyme & Reason Daycare in Etobicoke! The owner &…read morestaffs there are loving and caring, the program they provided was fun and educational, I highly recommend this daycare!

Stay away from this daycare. They don't care about your kids, they just want to get paid. My…read moredaughter got the stomach flu from daycare and the whole family ended up getting sick. I had just returned to work and now had to take unpaid leave to take care of my kids and myself. I explained this situation to Josie but she said no matter what I need to pay, there was no empathy whatsoever. Two weeks of no daycare and you want me to pay for those weeks? The pandemic has made people greedy and heartless. My daughter got hurt several times and this daycare but no one would inform me. I had to find out during bath time. I am beyond disturbed by how this daycare can function. You don't take care of the kids, the place is barely cleaned, and there's no updates on hem a child is injured. The previous review I read and thought wow my daughter will be safe but quite the opposite. I had to remove my daughter from this daycare because I noticed that the children weren't being monitored properly. The kids would eat things from the floor and the teachers would just be chit chatting. The curtains are always closed which is frightening. Why would you close the curtains? No one can see inside unless they are really close to the property and since it's gated that would be pretty hard to do. So what are you really hiding? This daycare seems too sketchy. Before you enrol your child, do your due diligence and walk around the place and observe. If you feel then sure enrol them but be sure to check them everyday for any type of injuries because like I've mentioned before they won't tell you anything about that.

This is going to make me emotional. I mean, this daycare centre is full of love. They treated my…read moreson like he was their own child. Lorna, Jeff, Katie, and Rudy are just awesome folks. If you want to feel secure in leaving your child at a daycare, choose Friends. I cannot tell you how much they touched our lives. They are attentive, caring and very professional. The facility is comforting because it's in the Quarker Society house on Lowther. It's clean and they have a playground as well as a park across the street. They go on field trips as well. Not only that but they also offer JK/SK and Lorna is a great teacher. My son learned SO MUCH in one year of JK that he spent there. It definitely put him ahead.My son had already been back to visit and I have a feeling he will continue to well into adulthood.

I have had two kids go through this daycare. I really cannot speak highly enough of it. We have…read morebeen through other daycares and there really is nothing like the "friends" experience. They create structure, but don't get bogged down by it. They offer life experience and spend as much as possible exploring through play as a teaching tool. Especially in their backyard oasis. They even offer music enrichment classes. One of the great things about friends is that there are children from the age of two to five all in the same room. Again, this offers a family experience. The staff are also excellent. They spend a lot of time working with the needs of you (yes, you) and your child. The staff here can tell exactly what kind of morning both you and your child have had when you arrive. And they truly help out when it's time to say goodbye to your little one. For anyone in the U of T area who wants an affordable and unique daycare experience, I highly recommend Friends.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for Lullaboo after my child has been going here since…read moreshe was 18 months! I only have good things to say about Lullaboo. All the staff are so supportive, caring, and friendly to the children. The variety of meals they offer are prepared on site and are all high quality and nutritious. There are no unhealthy foods like pizza or chicken nuggets. Lullaboo also offers additional fun activities throughout the year like a musician coming, a gym bus, and a petting zoo. Lullaboo is part of the subsidized government funding so that really helps out all parents. It's bittersweet that our Lullaboo journey is over but I'm so glad we had the chance to experience it.

I called looking for information about the wait list and fees and I was severely disrespected and…read moredisappointed with the way the rude employees treated me over the phone. Not only was I accused of being too young to have a child, but they never answered my question! Since when is it any of their business how old I am! will not be returning. Bye.