I pulled my daughter out of another preschool to go to FUMC. I had friend's who sent their kids to…read moreFUMC and had heard nothing but wonderful things. The children get home cooked meals everyday and the class sizes are kept small enough that every child is taken care of. The staff here truly care about the children. My daughter was sick one day and when I went to pick her up, one of the staff members was just holding her. The truly love the children there. I also picked FUMC because I'm a single mother who works full time. FUMC is full of all types of families from all different backgrounds. I feel diversity is incredibly important. I'm blown away by how much my daughter is learning as well. The director is absolutely amazing and I have never had a second thought about sending my daughter here.

Had to pull my child out for many reasons the first being lack of safety . The security system is…read moreterrible and ID's never checked . My hubby came to pick up our child for the first time & was never questioned about who he was. It saddens me because this school had wonderful reviews. They really need to fix this issue . Also we received many empty promises like the children going to sing at the senior center as well as going to the library. That didn't happen. The playground is a huge disappointment. Instead of grass turf there is a brown mulch so the children are constantly dirty . Also I witnessed a teacher pulling on my child's arm in a painful way. We reported these issues to the school director and pulled out child out of this school.

I've been sending my kids to Mark Christian Ministries for years and the service and kindness shown…read moreto my kids have not changed a bit. I know when I drop my kids off they will be well taken care of and educated. Ms.T and the staff is always kind and have a smile on their face when I walk through the doors. I love this daycare wouldn't trust anyone else with the care of my kids.

Very nice, newly renovated inside preschool. The owner truly wants to know each and every…read moreindividual child and caters to the children's needs. The lobby always smells nice and is always clean. The care, and love for my child is on point every day i pick up. They are very caring and the cost of what they do should be more then what they charge. I definitely would recommend this preschool.

Such a wonderful preschool!!! I think it was as hard for my husband and I to move on as it was for…read moreour daughter. Thank you Bright Beginnings for all the precious memories!

We are so grateful and thankful for all of the wonderful teachers and staff at Bright Beginnings…read more This has been the best two years my son has had. This school is the most amazing, creative school with seriously the most caring, down to earth, dedicated, passionate, talented and kind teachers/staff that make it the best school/community there is for Early Learning and VPK in Ft. Myers...hands down! It's not "just a school", it's a unique community and you'll feel like you're part of a family. Everyone there-staff, teachers, and the parents are so kind and sweet, and everyone goes out of their way to make the school just keep getting better and updated by hosting fun events with the kids to raise money, or to have a charity event. Everyone helps each other out however they can. I feel so blessed My son got to go there and I am lucky enough to have seen him start at 3 years old and grow into the kind sweet boy he is today with the help of so many amazing woman there-it takes a village to raise a child. I never once worried about him, and that in and of itself says it all. Also to have been able to go to some of the most creative, beautiful and fun events I've ever been to! Kuddos to everyone at Bright Beginnings Early School and especially to the director of the school Samantha and also Mary for doing all the dirty work behind the scenes and making it look so easy... and for always having a smile on their face every morning and greeting the kids by name as they walk in to make them feel special You can see the love you have for the students and passion for the school. And let's not forget to mention, all of the wonderful teachers who show up every single day and not only teach our kids but go above and beyond! They've shown/taught our children compassion, kindness, what it means to be a good friend, how to behave/treat their classmates and adults , and most importantly about God and Jesus, and what it is to be a good human being in this crazy world...because that is one of the most important things to learn. I highly recommend sending your child or children to this school, as I promise you, you will be more than just satisfied and your child will absolutely love it there..they will learn so much, and in a creative way. There is always something fun going on whether it's the everyday stuff such as the playground, splash pad, play time while also learning things without even realizing it! And then there's always something such as special crafts, events for the parents to get to know each other, Dad's night out, Mom's night out, celebrations during holidays, concerts, charity events, etc. I could go on forever! You will also be amazed at how much they will learn, learn, because their level and expectations of teaching is very high and they do it in a fun way for the kids! But bottom line, if you're looking for an early school for your child this IS THE ONE!

Both of my daughters have attended Grace. My oldest attended the one in Fort Myers with Mrs. Amy…read moreand my youngest attends Grace Community School in Lehigh Acres. Both facilities are wonderful. Mrs.Amy, Mrs. Patricia and Mrs. Ana are wonderful directors/owners. The teachers are super sweet and love my girls. Especially my youngest, she seems to be a star at the Lehigh location. My only complaint and I don't mean for it to sound offensive or ignorant but I wish they had more teachers that speak fluent English. Luckily, my youngest's teacher in the evening speaks English wonderfully and we can communicate about how she's doing and how she's acting. Love you all, The Chapmans

Grace Community School is an awesome school. Their staff cares and encourage my son to do his best…read more They are not just a school! They treat us like family. My don learns and have fun... what else can you ask for? Thank you for your support and for the encouraging environment. J.Galarza

FMCS is truly an exceptional Christian school and a blessing to our family. The academic standards…read moreare outstanding, and I love how they integrate modern technology with innovative teaching methods that truly help students achieve their full potential. What makes FMCS even more special is how they nurture the whole child. My kids are actively involved in sports, music, and academics, and it's been incredible to watch their confidence grow in every area. Even more meaningful is seeing their spiritual growth and strong foundation in faith develop each day. The teachers and staff genuinely care about every student, creating a supportive, encouraging, and safe environment. Security is clearly a top priority, which gives me great peace of mind as a parent. We are so grateful to be part of the FMCS family this school is shaping not just great students, but strong, faith-filled individuals.

Our experience with this school was extremely disappointing, and based on what our family…read moreexperienced, I would not recommend this school for a child with ADHD or similar support needs. We were completely transparent from the beginning about our child's ADHD diagnosis and his need for accommodations, additional redirection, patience, and support. The school was aware of these needs before accepting him. Because the school also accepts the Step Up For Students FES-UA scholarship for children with unique abilities, we believed they understood that some students may require additional support and time to adjust. Unfortunately, after only six school days, we received an email asking us to attend a meeting to "go over accommodations." We went into that meeting expecting collaboration, strategies, and a plan to help our child succeed. Instead, we were blindsided. The meeting essentially became a conversation informing us that the school did not believe it could meet his needs and that he would need to leave. Six school days is an extremely short amount of time to determine what a child with ADHD is capable of, especially after transitioning from homeschooling into a completely new school environment. We expected accommodations to actually be implemented, given a fair opportunity to work, and adjusted if needed before such a major decision was made. We were also very uncomfortable with the Head of School, Diane, making assumptions about our child potentially having diagnoses beyond ADHD. School staff should certainly communicate behaviors or concerns they observe, but making diagnostic assumptions after knowing a child for only a few days felt inappropriate. ADHD presents differently in every child, and diagnostic conclusions should be left to qualified professionals who have properly evaluated the child. What disappointed us most was feeling that the focus quickly became everything our child struggled with rather than what could be done to help him improve. Children with ADHD may need repeated directions, redirection, support with transitions, emotional regulation, bathroom accommodations, and additional time to adjust. These challenges do not mean a child is incapable of succeeding. As parents, we also made a genuine commitment to this school. We purchased school uniforms, PE uniforms, school-specific supplies, and rented a school instrument with a monthly payment because we expected our child would be given a fair opportunity to remain there. After only six days, we were left with uniforms, supplies, and other school-specific items that cannot simply be used at another school. The issue is not the money itself, but the fact that families make these preparations in good faith believing the school is also making a commitment to their child. Parents of children with ADHD or similar needs should ask very specific questions before enrolling about what accommodations will truly be provided, how much redirection the school is willing to offer, and how much of an adjustment period a child will actually receive.

This school has amazing long-term staff. Touring the school you see all the education throughout…read morethe building. Children are happy and engaged.

My son LOVED his teacher Mrs. Mila. Shortly after he started they joined 2 classrooms of children…read moretogether. After that day he would cry and not want to go anymore. One day when I picked him up his chin, forehead, & nose were really bloody and bruised (Mrs. Mina had been absent). Not only did no one working there know what happened, but no one noticed his bloddy face or the tears in his eyes. I had to ask them. I spoke with the directors and teachers and hoped it would be an isolated incident however, a few other friends in the same class had similar problems. We have all since changed schools. Too crowded and not enough helpers for the teachers. Also they let one child ruin the experience for all by not addressing the bullying.

This school is a huge disappointment. My two children attended Renaissance school for two and a…read morehalf years. I had no choice but to transfer them to a different school mid-year. Both my children were behind in academics. My kindergartner didn't know all the letter or sounds of the alphabet. Her self-esteem was low and she was very shy. My 3rd grader was completely reluctant to writing and reading. He didn't even want to pick out a book at the library, which had not happened in the past. The longer they were at Renaissance school, the worse they became. It was very sad to see. At home, they were misbehaving and were very reserved about discussing their day at school. Obviously, they were not happy. We got the complete opposite of what was promised to us. I believed in the school's vision, but Renaissance school does not follow traditional Montessori teachings. My children had a total of 13 different teachers within their 2.5 years there! Apparently, the administration is very difficult to work for, and only a couple teachers have been there for more than a year. The energy of this place felt wrong for some time (over a year). I couldn't quite understand what I was feeling, until I volunteered in the school field trips. I saw, first hand, how the children, including my own, had little appreciation and respect for their learning environment and teachers. 3 months forward: My kindergartner now reads fluently. She has even moved up to reading chapter books. She is confident in her abilities at school, and she has become calmer and respectful at home. My 3rd grader now loves reading! He reads at least one grade-level book a week. He is so happy and responsible now. He now wakes up before me, so that he is early to school each morning. Although, it was a very scary decision to transfer my children mid-year, I have no regrets. Both my kids have told me that they learn so much quicker at their new school and that they are having a lot more fun. They both love their news teachers. I thank my friends and family who supported and encouraged me during my children's difficult school transfer. For anyone who is considering Renaissance School for their children, I highly recommend to search for another school. Not only is Renaissance school very expensive, it just does not deliver. During the time that we were still there, an undisclosed employee/ex-employee at Renaissance School, told me that my children would be better off attending a public school. I now see how that is true. The very limited academic progress that my children had there, was and is completely unacceptable. I am so happy and grateful now that my children left Renaissance School. P.S. I am not the sole parent who has experienced this. I have many parent-friends who have left Renaissance school for the same or similar reasons. I feel it is very important for other parents to know the truth, through our experience.

We are in our second year at this school and more pleased than ever with our experience. My…read moredaughter's language skills are astonishing for a 2.5 year old - she is a kind, loving, emotionally secure child who has been lovingly cared for by her teachers and the school community. I feel we get double the value of our tuition because they involve the parents so much and teach us as much as they teach the children. They individualize the experience for each student and know the children so well. When my daughter was ready for more experiences and challenge, her teacher created a custom curriculum for her. We feel this school is literally helping us raise an amazing child.