St Pete Prep has truly become a second family to me and my toddler! I immediately felt at ease when…read moremy daughter started in the 1 year old class with wonderful Ms Toni! Their communication, kindness, and genuine love for children was evident from the start. As she progressed through the 18 month to 24 month classes, each teacher ( Ms Savannah , Ms. Ashleigh, Ms. Cheryl, Ms. Olivia) treated her as if she was their own child. Ms. Shelia and Ms. Bri, whom oversee the daycare and programs, are truly some of the most authentic and kindest souls I've ever encountered. They are all one big family and the smiles they bring to my daughter's face is something I will be forever grateful for. My toddler loves going to school and has brought home so many creative and special art projects and meaningful gifts for momma and daddy on certain holidays . They bring in Santa / the Easter bunny , and provide so many unique and valuable experiences as well as life lessons to all of the kids throughout the different age groups and programs. I cannot say enough about St pete prep and the staff that make this place as special as it is.

Im only giving 4 stars because supposedly any review with 3 or less stars Doesnt show from what im…read moretold. Id give a ZERO if i could! riting this in hope that it will save the next parent the stress in which it has caused me. I recently enrolled my daughter into Daycare at St Pete Prep Learning Center in St. Petetsburg. The first day, as the front office assistant walked my daughter & i to her class, i witnessed someone else's child (approx. 3 y/o girl) sitting on the bathroom with a bare bottom & her clothes scattered on the floor. I thought it to be a tad odd but didn't say anything. I sat down with my daughter & her class so she could feel comfortable before i left. After about 15-20 minutes or so she was comfortable and i left. Welll, as i walked out i couldn't help but notice the little girl was STILL sitting on her bare bottom on the bathroom floor. Again, it was my daughters first day, i didnt want to be "that parent", the annoying one that comments on everything. So i didn't Say anything. The next day when i walked into the classroom to pick my daughter up, she was in the corner crying by herself with snot all over her face. Which tells me she had been crying for a bit. I ask the teacher what's wrong, i didn't get a straight answer. I ask again & im told she had a few diarrhea diapers & as a result had diaper rash. She stated she applied Vaseline. So i immediately put my daughter on the changing table to see because shes never reacted that way. The rash was bad enough that someone should've called me. & not just because of how the rash looked but because of how my child was acting. In addition, i should've received a call due to the diarrhea they claimed She had. She clearly was in alot of pain & didn't want to sit down because of it let alone have a diaper on. But yet when i walked in, she was sitting. No one thought to even hold my daughter, console her, let her know its going to be okay. Or thought to call me? They should've called me. Who knows how long my baby had to sit on pain. Or continue to ge her butt wiped even though she's in pain to the point of tears! That night she couldn't even wear a diaper to bed, she literally cried herself to sleep with no diaper. And she slept on a towel. I understand kids get diaper rash & it can get severe, that's overstood. My problem is i wasnt notified. I don't understand how they can be in business. How could i possibly experience this much nonesense & licensing violations in just TWO DAYS? Long story short, i reported the daycare to daycare licensing & they will be investigated. But more so, i wish i knew the mother of the little girl that was sitting on the floor. In addition, i wrote a review on the daycare's Facebook page and in response they stated "i would definitely question this persons credibility. Follow this link & Check out her arrest record. REALLY?? What kind of parent is this?" & then posted a link to a records site showing my arrest for possession of marijuana. Then hours later deactivated the page, removed the reviews option & reactivated. If that doesnt speak volumes i don't know what does. Thank you for hearing me out.

This school is wonderful! They take the time to get to know each child individually. The school…read morebalances academic rigor with fun pursuits and my daughter can't wait to go to school each day, which was definitely not my middle school experience as a kid! Would recommend this school to anyone.

This is the worst school. Please do not waste your money. They were so mean to my daughter. My…read morekids have to redo many of their classes and are now behind. Ask me any questions you need to. But I am giving you fair warning. Do. Not. Go. There.

Best little school in St. Pete! Longstanding, quality provider of early childhood education. NAEYC…read moreaccredited, degreed teachers who have been there for decades. VPK offered. Extended day (till 3pm) is available once 3 years and potty trained. Enrichment is available for VPK students looking to enhance their learning beyond the normal 8:45-12noon day. Blessed to have been a RDS student and parent!

I had Siri/Apple Maps pull up Canterbury's address before picking up my kids one day and was…read moresurprised that my search pulled up Yelp reviews - for a children's school? It's unfortunate that some folks had a negative experience with their kids here, but the same can be said for any public and private school - some kids and families do well and some do not. Private schools do have their drawbacks - specials needs, etc - as they simply don't have the vast resources as the public system does and are unable to change / derive curriculum to match each child and family due to their size and scope. As far as my experience at Canterbury with my two children, they love It and are learning at an excellent clip. The parent community is close-knit and are active participants at the school on a daily basis. I would give this school 10 stars if I could. That said, making a decision on your child's education is a very important and personal decision. In-person visits, interviews, and learning about the unique communities and cultures first hand are a must. In my opinion, if you are relying on Yelp and/or Google reviews, you're doing it wrong.

This is a college preparatory school with a soul. It is a welcoming community steeped in Episcopal…read moretradition.

Excellent catholic education, great staff with more than 100 years of history behind the school…read more Sister Joan is the greatest!

I've never been happier. My daughter started her 3rd Grade year at St. Paul and was the "new kid"…read moreas she puts it. We were both quickly embraced into the community of the school. The families and staff are extremely supportive, warm and genuinely friendly. I love the enrichment offered to Elementary students with Technology, Spanish, Art, Music, PE, Religion, Library and the Accelerated Learning Program as additions to the regular school day for students prior to Middle School. There are many wonderful opportunities for enrichment after school as well such as Drama Club, Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, Mad Science and several team sport choices. The small community helps your child achieve mastery quickly and feel confident in their environment. The school truly has the recipe for emotional and academic success for children. Thank you St. Paul for nurturing my little girl every day.

wonderful school and great community! we love our school! we have been at Grace for 5 years and…read morelove the education, family and faith they provide!

I recently moved my son out of the 2 year old class and into a new school. We were not happy with…read morethis school. The teachers were wonderful with him. Especially Mrs. Shade in the early morning. But the school felt muggy and musky smell like mildew frequently. The fees were high, mostly because of how they were all seperate and school was always closing which added additional fees. When school was released for the aftercare.. About 2-5.. I would pick up my son in a small room with a group of all ages and a very young person whom I did not know as the adult. This young person I think is a son of a teacher? Not sure. Always someone different. I felt uncomfortable with this mostly because my son was 2 and id prefer to keep the groups desperate by ages similar to one another.

A very good school. The staff and teachers are awesome. The teachers are very helpful. With My…read moredaughter she is very happy. Going to middle school and I'm very happy satisfying that my daughter is graduating from middle school I would recommend this school to all my family and. Friends

Awesome teachers and awesome co-workers.read more