We are so grateful to have found and be a part of the MAOD community!…read more Where to begin with my review- I'll start from the beginning, after touring several pre-schools in the area, my husband and I were convinced MAOD would be the best choice for our daughter. From the very beginning when inquiring about information on enrollment and space we were always greeted courteously and warmly by the school's administrator, Veronica. Setting up our initial tour of the school was easy and we appreciated that we got a tour from one of the teachers who would be working with our 4 year old, so it was nice getting to know her a bit and asking her questions. During the tour, it was great being able to see all aspects of the school not just the areas assigned to their pre-k students but also where the infant area is, the kitchen where lunches/snacks are prepped the restrooms, playground, classrooms- everything! We also had the opportunity to ask questions about the schools teaching methods, curriculum, and experience of the teachers with Montessori so upon all of this, my husband and I made the decision to enroll our little one at MAOD. After 5-6 months of enrollment, we really are very satisfied in having brought our daughter here. It wasn't a smooth transition, there were days/weeks with lots of tears at drop off, but her teachers were patient and flexible with her needs, and I am happy to say she is doing great now. We love that the classes are small and there are two teachers per pre-k class. As parents we get a monthly newsletter with what's to come for the month and I always look forward to seeing her interpretations of different artists for "artist of the month" and hearing from her what she learned in school everyday. Most of the teachers are bilingual so it was a huge plus for us as our daughter is primarily a Spanish speaker which brings me to my next huge plus- in a matter of just a few months her English has improved significantly! We are amazed at how much English she speaks now compared to when she started. One of the other big pluses about MAOD is their incorporation of Montessori principles and we always love seeing when the kids are learning by doing. Her teachers, Ms. Patty and Ms. Sinttia are truly wonderful! They both have their special way of connecting and nurturing each student based on their needs, we truly appreciated how they each adapted to our daughter's needs as she transitioned into school full time. My daughter loves them both and won't stop talking about them at home. The app the school uses to communicate with parents is great too, I love that teachers update with pictures and important announcements consistently. Overall, we would definitely recommend MAOD to anyone looking to enroll their child in a ECE program. So much so that we will definitely be bringing our little one here when they are old enough to enroll in the future. I hope this review will encourage other potential families to check out MAOD, as we believe that it is a truly nurturing and caring environment for little ones as they begin their early childhood education. Thank you, Ms Veronica, Ms. Patty, Ms. Sinttia, and all the teachers and staff who have made this experience wonderful!

Update: My daughter was recently transitioned into the next age-level class with Ms. Ale, Ms. Asil,…read moreand Ms. Jasmine, and I can't express how happy I continue to be with this school and all the teachers we've come across. I was a little nervous about the transition at first, but the teachers are so kind and caring that it quickly put me at ease. My daughter had been struggling with her speech very early on, and since moving into this next age group she has continued to blossom even more. All of the teachers genuinely care, you can truly feel it, and it shows in the kids. Even though she is still new to the school setting, her transition into the new class was very smooth. Ms. Ale also incorporates home projects, which I really appreciate. As busy parents, it's a nice reminder to pause and spend quality one-on-one time with our little ones, nurturing their creativity and helping them grow. We've really enjoyed the first two projects and I'm grateful for the opportunity to slow down and focus on that special time together.

We love love love Rancho Los Amigos KinderCare!…read more Staff here is support friendly. Also very supportive of parents and children! My child loves all the teachers and always looks forward to going! All the kids are very well taken care of. Everything is very sanitary and organized. There is always someone available to answer questions if I ever have them. The staff is the reason why we haven't moved location (They are THAT GREAT that we find the commute here worth it for our child!) The learning aspect is amazing as well! For context my child is in the toddler program and is constantly learning and coming home showing us what she learned today. She is very savvy when it comes to her colors, animals, counting, etc! The best part is that this location is very active on the application! So you can download the app and get updates all day long ! And the staff is very on it. We get updates from activities to food to naps! I always end every day knowing everything she did with photo updates ! Most of all big big BIGGGG shout out to Miss Norma!! For always providing top Tier care of Sophia!

We absolutely love this center! The teachers and staff are all so helpful and friendly. My son has…read moreloved coming to school since day one and the kinder app helps me stay up to date on my son's activities. I couldn't recommend this school enough. His teachers have done a wonderful job with all the kiddos and they are always sharing memorable updates throughout the day. My son is in Pre-K and has learned so much this past year. Ms. Lilia, Ms. Anay, and Ms. Jocelyn are amazing and my son has enjoyed being in their classroom so much! Ms. Helia and Ms. Julia keep the parents up to date on everything and are always available to answer any questions. I would 100% recommend this center to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy school for their children.

I've had my daughter at this school for a few months now, and so far my experience has been very…read morepositive. From the beginning, I've noticed that all of the teachers are very kind and caring with her. Her teacher, Miss Robledo, has been especially wonderful. She always keeps me updated through the app with messages and photos, and that gives me so much peace of mind throughout the day. I transferred my daughter here from another daycare because our experience there was very different. She used to complain a lot, cry too much, and never wanted to go. Almost every time I picked her up, her little eyes looked teary, and as a mom that was very hard for me. At this school, it has been a completely different experience. My daughter seems much more comfortable, and I truly appreciate the kindness and attention she receives. Ms. Robledo, Ms. Cruz, Miss Amanda, Ms. Bustos, and all of the teachers there have always been so sweet to her. It means a lot to know she is in a caring environment, and I'm very thankful for that.

I have two boys, my oldest went from 3 years old to 5 and my youngest from 2 to 4. They have had…read morethe opportunity to be with every teacher and every classroom. I can say with certainty that the school director and the teachers all care deeply for every single student. When my older son went to kindergarten, I cried because I knew he would miss the school. It is not a daycare. They teach and the kids are each in their own classrooms that are developmentally appropriate. I would recommend this school to anyone and I have!

Great service. Only downside was a misplaced bag, but it was quickly recovered. The next day…read more Daycare workers are nice and friendly and you can tell they care about the kids.

Do not send your child here. Teachers are very rude to the kids. One time, my daughter wanted to…read moreused the restroom but the teacher said no and hold it. She was a very quiet and nice kid, but the teachers always targeted her. Also, she was writing her abc's and kept writing her D's backwards, but the teacher kept scolding her and kept telling her to fix it. My daughter was only a little kid and didn't know how to write her abc's! The teacher knows who they are. And you will pay.

I loved this preschool! My daughter is the only child and was glued to my hip but after she…read moreattended Creative Beginnings she improved SO MUCH! Her speech got better and she was able to communicate more. She had a better pallet and loved eating more fruits and veggies. Her nap time was a breeze when she was home. It was just the cutest thing picking her up and her being so excited to show me that her teacher did her hair. I work hectic hours and sometimes my daughter's hair didn't get the attention it needed. I'd pick her up to see my daughter in the cutest hairstyles and it just showed how much these teachers and staff cared about the kids. I just absolutely adored this place and am quite sad she won't be attending anymore. Off to Kindergarten she goes but I can also say how easy the transition was because of Creative Beginnings. She was so excited for Kindergarten and it's been such an easy drop off. I love how much more independent she's been. Liane the director was just so sweet and I know my little girl is going to miss them all.

I'm so happy to say my child attends this school. I have both my children enrolled one in the…read moredaycare center and the other in the preschool. Both schools have very attentive staff that care and have patience for children. The teachers here communicate very well over any issues or concerns they have with the children. Not only that I have noticed that both my kids have developed so much academically as much as socially but their motor skills and creative thinking has also expanded so much. Is definitely scary to have someone else watch your child while you work. But this school's definitely give you a sense of relief when leaving your child in someone else's care. Definitely recommend this school to anyone who is looking for child care or a preschool program

I'm glad I brought my son here. Everyone is so great and they really care about the children and…read moretheir safety. My son has learned so much academically. He has learned how to socialize with other kids and I feel that he is ready to go to TK and Kindergarten. I would highly recommend this establishment to any parent.

Highly recommend this school, every one is amazing and kind. The curriculum is perfect to start a…read morelearning program for children 3 and up. Both of my girls love going to school everyday. Not only they learn academics, but to interact with other kids. Besides the diverse activities provided i love how healthy snacks are given to them. Thanks to them my girls now love salads ! Oh and it's a FREE program if you qualify . Call them and ask for Ms Liz or Ms Abby.

My 4 yo and I are on our 2nd schoolyear to date at Downey Christian Learning Center. She started…read morewith the 3 yo class and currently on her Transitional Kindergarten year. I am nothing but impressed with this school. Staff is ever attentive and present at all times. Teachers are awesome . The overall educational content is on point. As well as the spiritual aspect. I scouted 2 other schools before I decided to enroll her here. When I first stepped on the campus I knew right away that this is a good place to have my daughter spend her crucial formative years at. Since then its just a blessing to see my kid grow and learn under their wing.

We love DCS!!! It is a wonderful and loving environment that is community oriented. We love the…read moreteachers and caring administrative staff. Besides all of the tender-loving care, this school also does a great job of preparing your child academically, and, most of all, teaching them lessons from the Bible. We were also pleased by the distance learning our boys received when the school closed abruptly due to Covid, compared to what we heard from friends at other schools. This is a challenging time for all schools and we are thankful to be a part of DCS.

Traumatic school experience but I had the time of my life with my friends. Most are still my…read morefriends. Educationally speaking I got nothing that prepared me for the real world. zero. Unless you go to a private Christian college or Bible college you are completely in the dark when you reach colIege. I also grew thank the lord and had to unbrainwash myself from some of the false hateful and damaging things that were taught to us. Many of us have stories of trauma and surviving that place. Many people are too scared to say what really happened at that school but I will say it was diabolical. That is just the truth.

We love CCCS, our son attended for preschool and now elementary. We are hoping to keep…read moreHim here till 12th grade but if needed we will join the homeschooling program they offer. Staff is amazing and my son loves school. They do offer discounts and some scholarships.

My daughter Avayah is 2 & just started a few weeks ago here at ATWLC. It's her first time ever…read moreattending any type of daycare. The program & staff are amazing, very welcoming. Ms.Suzette & Yvette are both amazing teachers with the kids. I love how involved they are with the little ones. I thought my little one was going to cry on her first day but the teacher & kids made her feel safe & welcomed. I really like that the kids aren't just there to play they are learning while having fun. what I also like about the program and staff is that one, they have a calendar for the month. So it tells you what the kids will be learning about, special activities & they have pizza Friday for the kids. My husband and I are both happy with the school that we've selected for our little one. She's learning and socializing more Thank you ATWLC

I would NOT recommend Around the World Daycare based on my child's experience…read more My child no longer attends this daycare. To this day, whenever we pass by there, my child consistently expresses that they felt unhappy while attending during their time there, dislikes it, and does not miss going there and never wants to return. My child has shared that they felt treated unkindly by the Director, Ms. Yvette, particularly in connection with issues involving the other parent. No child should feel uncomfortable, mistreated, or negatively impacted due to circumstances beyond their control--especially in situations involving custody arrangements where a court order is in place awarded primary physical custody. Unfortunately, I was not informed or notified by the Director when incidents occurred involving the other parent and their partner, who created repeated disruptions and chaos at the daycare during the other parents custodial time. Instead, we were advised that our child could be asked to leave if those disruptions continued, despite the fact that neither my child nor I had any control over their behavior. This lack of communication and handling of the situation was both concerning and unfair. No child should bear or suffer the consequences of adult conflict. Although a meeting was eventually held to address these concerns, during which the Director, Ms. Yvette, indicated to both parents that the matter involving specifically the other parent and partner would be reported to the Department of Children and Family Services, I later became aware that no confirmation of such a report or the names of the two individuals was ever provided. To my knowledge, the matter was not addressed or reported as indicated by Ms. Yvette to DCFS which is very concerning. In situations involving potential disruptions and affecting a child's safety and well-being should be addressed promptly and handled with transparency to ensure safety concerns for the child. Additionally, I observed and witness the Director's conduct to be unprofessional at times, bias, and including making unfounded personal assumptions. My child consistently reported feeling treated unfairly, which is deeply troubling. I also had concerns regarding services that is expected as part of tuition, including the consistency of meal provision that were paid for, such as meals, were not provided as expected especially in comparison to other daycares. Since transitioning to a public elementary school, my child is now in a structured, supportive, and positive environment. My child feels safe, happy, and respected--everything a child deserves in an educational setting both academically and emotionally. I am sharing this feedback as a parent advocating for my child's well-being. Childcare providers play a critical role in ensuring a safe, consistent, and supportive environment, and it is important that concerns impacting children are addressed with appropriate care and professionalism-- something no parent should have to endure or experience!

I'm a parent whom my 4 year old son attends Kirkwood, while picking up my son at school, I…read morewitnessed something deeply upsetting. A teacher named Manuel grabbed a little girl by the arm, yelled at her, and snatched something from her hand, then threw it across the floor. All the children nearby looked scared and shaken. This behavior is completely unacceptable, especially from someone entrusted with the care of young children. No child should ever be treated like that in a school environment. I am sharing this because I believe in protecting all children and ensuring schools are a safe and nurturing place to learn. I hope the administration takes this seriously and investigates. Parents: Please pay attention. Teachers should be role models, not bullies.

Update: Ms Rosie reached out to me to let me know that they had a meeting with the teacher and that…read morehe was obligated to take down photos of the children from his social media but that he would def still be around. The teachers daughter actually reached out to me through a yelp private message saying I had potentially ruined his image by posting this review and that the reason why he was there was because her kids were current students and he wanted to help her get a discount and that her father has provided meals for the children when the school couldn't. I stand by my review because I was truly concerned about the way he yelled and grabbed that child along with my other findings.