Finding a daycare you truly trust with your child is everything, and we've felt so grateful to have found this one. Our daughter has been here for the past two years and the care they provide is exceptional. The teachers are warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in the kids. It's clear they create an environment where children feel safe, happy, and excited to learn. One thing we especially appreciate is the communication with parents -- they keep us informed and are always thoughtful and responsive. They also put so much effort into planning engaging activities and fun days, both in the classroom and on outings, which makes every week feel special for the kids. Knowing our daughter is in such caring and capable hands gives us so much peace of mind. We truly feel lucky to be part of this community. read more

I have two kids attending this facility, and I could not be happier about it. The teachers are amazing- they all focus on play-based learning, and Positive Discipline practices. There is routine, structure, and an overall embracing/welcoming atmosphere. From Center Time to field trips, I feel at ease knowing my children are in such great hands. The classrooms are spacious and orderly, the infant rooms require shoe covers for cleanliness, and there are different play areas outside that are age appropriate for the different age ranges. If kids get a booboo, parents are notified immediately. VCLC also regularly practices safety drills, such as fire & earthquake, etc, which also gives me peace of mind to know they are always prepared. The care and support the staff gives to the little ones is boundless! Communication is constant, via ClassDojo app, where teachers upload pictures of the kiddos doing different activities like crafts, garden time, or fun events such as Firefighters visiting, or Dave the Magician. Infants also get an app called Tadpoles, where they send pictures throughout the day of the babies doing baby stuff. I love this place and my kids do too! read more

We couldn't be happier with this daycare! The staff are truly amazing, so caring, attentive, and welcoming from the moment you walk in! It's clear that they genuinely love what they do and care deeply about the kids!! My son (18 mos) absolutely loves going each day, which says everything. They always have activities planned, even for the babies, and the level of interaction and engagement is wonderful to see. The teachers do such a great job creating a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where the kids can learn, play, and feel safe. They give you a daily report with full details of the child's day. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing he's in such great hands. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a place where their child will be truly cared for and supported. Ms. Victoria is truly amazing and has created such a wonderful center. You can really see her passion in the way the daycare is run and in the caring atmosphere she's built with her team. read more

I enrolled my 8 week old daughter into VCLC preschool after an unfortunate experience at a different center, which left me very worried and stressed. Upon my return to work, Leaving my daughter at a center at such a young age was a very tough decision and finding VCLC has been a wonderful blessing. I love this school! I love the staff! Everyone seems so very pleasant and nothing but great vibes. The staff here is very friendly, welcoming and warm! I appreciate the calls and emails I get regarding the boo boos, and/or other friendly reminders. Victoria is such a wonderful person, and I am very grateful to have my daughter here at VCLC. Thank you to Victoria, Ms Deanna , Ms Valeria and all staff at VCLC!!! read more

VCLC is a great daycare.Teachers are kind, skilled and caring. The premises are clean and fun for the kids. There is an outside space that has shade, there are a lot of toys and play structures. At the beginning of each month, we get a schedule and the month's theme which lets us know what the kids will be learning about. We feel like the teachers are organized and genuinely care about the kids. During the day there is art, there is music, there is reading and lots of outdoor time - perfect for a high energy two year old! Victoria put us at ease from the first day our two year old started attending and we felt lucky to get a spot for the other sibling, an infant. If you are looking for a safe, educational and fun daycare for your kids, this is it! read more

I have 3 kids and have tried several local preschools. We tried Children's World, Little Tree, and Magic Carousel (when it was open), but VCLC was the most impressive. All 3 of our kids went there. The teachers use ClassDojo, a communication app, where they send pictures of students throughout the day. The photos are so helpful in asking our young kids what they did at school and who they played with. They are very responsive if I ever need to ask a question or relay a message. They also do cute "parent and me" events for Mother's Day and Father's Day and more. We also loved their adorable Holiday pageants and they went all out for graduation. I also notice that teachers all seemed happy working there- which I know is a big issue at other schools where there is constant teacher turnover. Happy teachers make happy kids and VCLC teachers looked like they genuinely enjoyed their school. They warmly greeted my children by name at drop off and made them feel safe and loved at school. Our family loved VCLC! You should check it out! read more

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Our son has been going to Ventura Children's Learning Center for over three years starting as an infant. The care, professionalism, and amazing communication that they provide students and parents is unrivaled. Most importantly, Victoria and her team have created a true sense of community and a level of support that provides families an intrinsic sense of inclusion and belonging. The age appropriate curriculum they provide students is well suited to drive milestone development. Teachers provide pointed feedback to help parents understand their children's strengths and focus areas in a meaningful manner. We love the way that the themes and events throughout the year are celebrated in an inclusive family-first environment. read more

Our daughter has been going to VCLC for just over a year now and we love it! The teachers are all super friendly and we love seeing them greet her so happily in the mornings during drop off. We send in our daughter Mon-Thurs and have every now and then asked to put her in for Fridays due to work schedules and Ms Victoria has always been so understanding and accommodating. Thank you so much VCLC for taking such great care of our precious little one! read more

VCLC is the place to be for all of your childcare needs! When deciding on a daycare for my older son a few years ago, it was a no-brainer for us. Victoria runs a very clean and safe center with wonderful teachers. There are countless opportunities for the kids to learn and grow, with a large yard for them to play, a school garden, tons of arts and crafts, and themed days according to the month and season. Now my younger son is in the infant classroom and he is so excited to come to school every day. My older son is in Pre-K and I am so impressed at what he's learned in just a few short months. I feel at ease knowing that my 2 boys have the utmost care at VCLC. read more

VCLC has been so wonderful for our preschool and TK needs. They have very flexible hours, great teachers, fun events, and the co-owner Victoria is a gem! read more

principal came up to my fiancée and infront of everyone told her that our daughter can't be missing days even though our daughter was sick and had pinkeye and said they don't get paid when our daughter isn't there we told the front desk to have her not tell our stuff in front of other parents the second time she again said to my fiancée that our daughter needs to come in to school not just here and there but again our daughter being a kid is getting sick and going through things and she again mentioned it being about money and how she is not getting paid. if you value your kids and love them don't go here until they fire her she only care for the money not for your kids she only cause if they come if she is getting the money not for their education or learning shitty principal and very disappointed at this place for having this money hungry person at this place. read more

I would highly recommend VCLC and don't often give 5 stars. I moved to Ventura two years ago and needed a safe place for my two children to grow and learn. The school offers so many amazing opportunities to see butterflies grow and released in their garden. Plant and harvest peas in the garden. Kids are free to run and play in a safe supportive, environment with clear rules. I like how the school sets a monthly calendar and plans teaching goals for each month. My two kids are kind, considerate and have helpful statements the school promotes to help friends. The Directors and Owner work hard to be inclusive and it's quite amazing what they've accomplished that are "extra" in 2023; graduation event in June, field trip to the Moxi, pony and farm animal day at VCLC, STEAM day in May, Cultural event day where families hosted booths based on their heritage. Who could ask for more? AMAZING! read more

Happy one year to us! The time has flown by! My son started in the toddlers classroom & has now jumped over to the twos classroom with ease. Meeting Mrs. Victoria I can definitely say she has worked hard for what she's representing at VCLC; a safe & loving environment. For starters, they have an interactive parent app, which is the best way to communicate with my son's teacher, get reminders about special events & we receive pictures of his day with his friends. You really get a feel of what they're doing in the classroom; which is all age appropriate. My son has experienced a lot academically (thanks to his teachers) but overall, just amazing hands-on-activities a two year old should be involved in. Their monthly newsletters incorporate such fun events and parent participation, it really makes you feel connected (shout out to Ms. Val!). We look forward to the years to come read more

We feel so blessed that VCLC has been a part of our lives since our son was 7 months old. The teachers and staff that Ms. Victoria hires love teaching and we know they loved our son. There are not enough words to express the comfort we have felt sending our son to school there every day. He just transitioned into a public school camp seamlessly and we know that is largely due to the effort the teachers put into creating a collaborative, supportive, highly educational program. All of the kids that we've seen and met as they've gone through VCLC are so far ahead in life already! We can't praise Ms Victoria and the staff at VCLC enough! read more

VCLC is a wonderful place for children to learn and grow. Staff is friendly, communicative, and caring; you can see that they really put effort into knowing and caring about each child. It is easy to get in touch with the teachers about individual needs. Overall VCLC creates a safe place for kids to flourish. My kids have been attending for about two years and they love it as much as I do. read more

VCLC has been absolutely the best! All the women are very sweet and welcoming. They kept great communication with you through email and an app called Classdojo, where they post pictures and give information on their curriculum. My daughter also takes a class they offer called leap4fun and absolutely loves it! My daughter feels very comfortable there and loves all of her teachers. read more

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I cannot speak highly enough about VCLC. Our daughter has been going there since she was three months old and we have always felt comfortable knowing she was receiving such great care from teachers and administrators who adore her. They have always been great about checking in on and following the feeding and sleep schedules we had especially that first year as they shift over time. We absolutely love receiving the pictures throughout the day on the app to see what fun activities they are doing and seeing our daughter enjoying every minute. We are moving out of state and the most difficult part of that transition is leaving the VCLC family. It does make me happy to know us leaving is opening up an opportunity for someone else. Thank you to all the VCLC teachers and staff. You are the best! read more

From the moment we toured this place to this day, we couldn't be more happy to have found this place. They are very clean, warm and welcoming. They have a great program and variety of activities. Our 20 months old comes home every day showing us something new she learned. She loves going there every day and this over protective mama is at ease. read more

Our two small children have been going to Ventura Children's Learning Center for over 4 months now. Our daughter is in the pre-school class and absolutely LOVEs her teachers. So much so that we couldn't bare to put her in a different pre-school when we moved and instead suffer through a long morning commute rather then switch pre-schools. Our son is in the pre-pre-school class and loves his teacher too. He is almost three and quite a handful. His teacher encourages him to sit next to her during circle time to help keep him on task and feeling comfortable. We also love how music is heavily integrated in the curriculum. Our kids love to sing the songs they learn at school and it's super Cute! This daycare is also very clean and well cared for! The director is there everyday and keeps an eye on the whole operation. She is also very friendly and make you feel very welcomed! One last thing! Once a month is parents night! That means you can pay a little extra that night for your kids to get to stay later for a movie popcorn pajama night and you can go on a date with your spouse/etc! This is a major bonus for us since we don't know anyone here and this is the only time we get to get out together. The kids love it too! They get to wear their pajamas and it feels like a special event to them read more

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I can't say enough about how much Ventura Children's Learning Center (VCLC) helped and supported my daughter. She was 4 years old, and having a hard time fitting in at two other preschools we tried. VCLC was the charm. School director Victoria has the place organized like a well-oiled machine. Very secure facility. The teachers, including Ms. Diana, Ms. Shelby, and the rest of the staff were so patient and kind with my daughter. The curriculum was well paced. Everyone there are always kind, polite, and smiling at drop off and pick up. The school is cheerful, bright, and very clean. It has a large outdoor area with lots of outdoor activities. My daughter made lots of friends at VCLC. I can't recommend the school highly enough. Check it out! read more

As new parents and having our kids at home during the pandemic lockdown, it was hard even to think of leaving your kids the whole day with strangers. After some research and visiting multiple day care centers, we decided to enroll our kids at VCLC although the wait the list was six months. We were impressed from the moment we went to see the daycare first time. Miss Victoria, the owner, is very welcoming, caring, and excellent administrator. She is available all the times when needed. She made the center exactly how it should be. She is always available from the time kids are dropped off to picked up. My kids are actually excited to see her (and other teachers) everyday. All the teachers and staff are welcoming and extremely nice. The center communicates regularly with parents. Kids activities are updated via apps. Parents get calls when needed. Monthly activities are emailed with calendar. Usually the calendar is full of regular magic shows, dance classes, recitals, summer and winter holiday activities which keeps the kids very entertained, engaged and informed. Both of our kids are very happy. It's fun when they talk about their day. We are extremely happy to see our kids social and learning development. Now I think about it, this center made it so easy for our family to transition. The wait was totally worth it. I can't thank enough Miss Victoria and her team! read more

I knew instantly when we walked through the doors that VCLC was the right place for my 1.5 & 3.5 year old kids. The place is lively without being loud, the classrooms are bright and open and the staff & students look happy and engaged. We relocated on fairly short notice for a job opportunity and I needed to get my kids enrolled and acclimated into a new school right between Thanksgiving and Christmas (an already hectic time of the year). Victoria and Kat instantly understood our situation and did everything possible to help ease the kids' transition into a new school AND a new town. The monthly "Parent's Night Out" is an absolute life saver. My kids love going to school, but they absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE staying late and eating pizza in PJs while watching movies once a month (and, obviously, we LOVE LOVE LOVE the affordable, dependable date night!). My older child has enrolled in the optional soccer class and my younger child is constantly walking around the house singing songs from circle time. At school, the teachers know what they are supposed to do, so the kids feel confident, too. The kids are engaged, the teachers seem well supported, the administration team is quick to respond to any inquiries. We've been at VCLC for 9+ months now, and I still feel just as certain as I did when I first toured the school. Each of my kids has been advanced to the next classroom, so we have experience in the toddler, twos, preschool and pre-K classes. There is consistency across the entire school, but each class has its own feel. d This school understands and accommodates working parents! They send lots of reminders for the important stuff (like picture day) and when I forgot to send my daughter's lunch one day, they covered me. There are options for parent participation but they also understand that parents have busy schedules so I've never felt pressured. It's really the best of both worlds. read more

It's terrifying to let your baby go out into the world without you, but this is the place to do it. We started my son here just before he turned 2, after spending most of his life in pandemic lockdown with only his parents. My son's adjustment was a massive struggle. He acted out in almost every way possible for weeks. But the team at VCLC never batted an eye and never treated him with anything but love and kindness. The day he started smiling at drop off instead of sobbing, the staff cheered right along with me. They sent me the sweetest email saying it melts their hearts to see him finally opening up to them. Now that is behind us and they are no different towards my son. He walks into school smiling every day and comes home babbling about his dance class, friends, and what happened in school. It's a continuous joy to watch. And I know he's in a safe place, where I trust everyone who comes in contact with my son. The level of care offered here to both the kids and the parents is unmatched. read more

It's a hard thing to find a place where you feel like your kiddo will be safe, comfortable, and be supervised by people who genuinely care about them. I brought my daughter to Ventura Children's Learning Center after touring five popular schools in Ventura. VCLC was by far the friendliest, cleanest, and most organized. Victoria and her staff of amazing teachers work hard to keep the school in amazing working order. The learning aids and toys are well kept up and new. They are constantly adding fun activities and seasonal events, as well as extra addons like soccer and dance classes. VCLC really goes the extra mile to provide an engaging and educational environment for all of its kids. My daughter loved being at school and learned to read and write her name and several basic sight words before she ever stepped foot in a kindergarten class. If you are looking for a wonderous and caring place for your child to go, this is it. I couldn't say enough about Victoria and her amazing staff of dedicated ladies. I can't thank them enough for the care and patience and flexibility they gave my daughter for the last three years. My little one misses this school and wants to stop by every time we go past it. This is the place. read more

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Hands down the BEST daycare/school. School president: I have high expectations and I am tough on reviews. I am also a no BS type of person and let me tell you- Ms Victoria the school president, does not mess around. There is no BS, no fluff. Nothing but honest truth and straight to the point. My type of person. She goes out of her way to make sure kids feel safe and ready to go to their class. Everyone has bad mornings, especially young kids- but she takes them under her wing and brings those smiles back to their faces then makes sure they are ready for the day before taking them to their class. Facility: I never worry about anyone just walking into this daycare because you can't- you have to be buzzed in first and if they don't recognize your face they go to the door. The security system in place brings me peace when I drop off my kids. Also the cleaning measures in place right now are amazing. I have no worries in a world full of constant worrying right now. There are different playground areas for different age groups and I love it. They also have a GARDEN! They teach the kids about gardening so young and it is amazing. Everyone should do this. Environment: I searched high and wide all over ventura county. The moment I set foot into this daycare I knew it was the one. My first born has been going for over 3 years and is now in Pre-K. Her teacher Ms. Diana already knows the ins and outs of my child and it's only been maybe 3 weeks since she moved up. She is amazing!!!! My second child is in the infant room. It is still as awesome as when my first was in there. They learn Sign language, do multitudes of sensory activities, outdoor time, water days, you name it. Ms Patricia is so good with my little one. My children love this school. All of the teachers are awesome, responsive, caring, and full of fun. The school directors Melissa (2s and under) and Valeria (pre-school and up) are phenomenal!!!! They have been there since my first was in the infants room. HIGHLY recommend. If you want to be able to feel your kids are safe, cared for, treated individually, known and seen (not just a body to fill the room), loved, and taught well- VCLC IS THE PLACE. Check them out. You won't regret it. read more

We are more than happy with VCLC. Our 4 year old loves to go to school and has learned so much in the time he has been there. The staff is communicative and constantly keeping us updated with what is going on with the kids. We have recommended 2 of our family members who now have their children here. Highly recommend this school. read more

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Our little Andy used to attend this daycare since he was an infant all the way to the age of 22months. This place is nothing but great with the children, he was specially found of Emi and Maricruz. His last day was bittersweet but i know he had such a great time learning and growing here. The thing I loved the most is that they send you pictures through the day and keep you updated if anything happens *such as bubu reports*. The director there is also super friendly and takes her time to know the kids. They will always be a great part of Andy and he really misses you guys. read more

Our daughter has been attending VCLC for well over a year now, and we strongly feel this has been our best decision yet for her. Almost immediately after her first week, we noticed a difference in her attention and listening skills. She would come home singing the songs she sang that day. This is not just a daycare, but an effective preparation for school later in their lives. At age 3, our child already knows how to write the letters of the alphabet! Each staff member has years of experience and it shows with their patience and caring of each child that attends there. We have been and continue to be very impressed with the structure and loving care this school provides. They also provide optional extracurricular activities for the kids, such as dance or soccer which is a very nice option. Lastly, they also have parents night out once a month and the kids love it! And so do we. read more

Nothing but greatness from this place! Our little one has been coming here for a few months after we moved from the OC. It was a smooth transition for her and she loves it here. We did a lot of research and found VCLC to be the best fit for us! The teachers communicate well and keep us looped in with her development and seem happy to be there. All the teachers are friendly and will chat it up with you. Ms. Sherry-Pie is excellent and always says hi and acknowledges my questions when I have them. Everyone is great and easy to deal with! But most of all, our daughter loves it here and it's a safe and cheery enviornment! She says she loves her school and teachers! Lots of optional extracurricular activities that she loves too! read more

There is not enough I can say about Mrs. Victoria and her amazing staff at VCLC. I have a 3 and 5 year old and I would not trust their care with anyone else! My 3 yr old has severe food allergies which makes leaving her with anyone a very scary thought for me. But I can honestly say I drop them off and feel nothing but peace knowing they are safe and cared for. My 3 year old has not had one accidental allergen exposure in their care. They have had so many wonderful enriching experiences here, from puppet shows, to magicians, to yoga, gymnastic and tennis, even a live animal show! My kids always get picked up happy and energized and exited to tell me what cool things they learned or got to do that day. I HIGLY recommend VCLC to anyone in need of daycare, preschool, or TK!!! read more

These were two wonderful years in this school. I really will miss these days. My kids were in good hands! Thank you for taking care of them! read more

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I was in need of childcare during the pandemic and found VCLC. I was hesitant at first but Victoria and the VCLC staff quickly put my mind at ease. The facility is very clean and safe. The staff is friendly and professional. I was given daily updates and pictures and was encouraged to call if I ever had any questions. Luckily, Victoria and her staff made this transition as sress free as possible. I would recommend Ventura childrens learning to anyone that is looking for exceptional childcare at this time. read more

There are few things in life that you need to rely on as much as your daycare. We cannot say enough about VCLC. We had our kids in an in-home daycare prior and thought it would be a difficult transition moving to a "center"...I couldn't have been more wrong. Victoria and her amazing staff are everything you would hope for your kids to have if you can't be with them yourself. They are kind, welcoming, thoughtful with each child and fun. They communicate with the families about development and activities as well as friendly reminders and hellos. We have a 3 and 1 year old there and they are both thriving. read more

Mrs. Victoria and her staff have been a amazing part of my sons life for nearly three years now. Not only is the facility beautiful, but the people make it a great learning environment and in these crazy times she does her best to make your kids feel normal. read more

Ventura Children's Learning Center - Preschools Near Me - Ventura, California

My son has been going to VCLC for about 6 months. He absolutely loves it! They have so many fun activities for the kids. The facility is clean, and well thought out. You can tell Victoria loves all the children and she is very involved in everyday operations. The teachers have all been great, very sweet. They have great communication, I have a very clumsy baby that just learned to crawl, every time he gets a bump or hits himself with a toy we get a call. Even though it might seem minor, as a first time parent it's reassuring to know that they don't downplay anything and are honest and upfront. They have a top of the line security camera system, and an app that sends you pictures and videos throughout the day. Even though we live in Port Hueneme we drive to Ventura everyday because we love VCLC that much! read more

My son Anthony has been attending Ventura children's learning center for almost a year now. They are by far the best child care facility. They're very attentive their communication skills are amazing. They will call you and let you know what's going on they will email you whatever you like to me communication is key and I love that they will call you or email you or talk with you in person about whatever the case may be. I highly recommend . My son is so happy and loves going there and talks and talks and talks about everything he did there for the day. I love Ventura children's learning center read more

When my son was 18 months old, I enrolled him in VCLC, I absolutely love it and I honestly think, hands down, this is the best preschool in Ventura. My son has learned a lot more than I expected while mastering social skills among others. The teachers and all the staff are really friendly and take their time to explain and talk to you along the way of your kid progress and day to day behavior. The school is really clean, has spacious rooms with variety of toys and activities for kids, it is a very safe environment. Overall the program is amazing. A huge plus for me that the director Victoria is ALWAYS reachable and involved in all the minor details. I definitively recommend this learning center and I feel lucky I found them! read more

I wanted to thank VCLC for all they did for my grandson, Luke B. He started at VCLC at 12 months. He definitely grew for the better at VCLC. He learned many new things and I attribute that to the caring staff and teachers there. I loved how they had different rooms for the different ages. He really loved it there and as a new grandma I felt very comforted knowing he was in wonderful caring hands. I enjoyed seeing pictures of him that the teachers provided to his mom. The application that they used is just awesome. I know seeing pictures of him daily reassured his momma that he was fine. It was hard when Luke was pulled out of VCLC due to a move back to the San Diego area. Luke will miss you all as will myself and his parents. I highly recommend VCLC for your little ones. They truly made a difference in our lives and especially in my grandson's life! Many thanks to you all and especially Ms. Victoria for establishing a wonderful day care for our loved ones! read more

We LOVE VCLC and it's been the perfect pre-school for our 2 kids! Our older one has since graduated but he loves coming back to visit his younger brother and his old teachers and staff. And, he is always welcomed with such graciousness! Ms. Victoria, the school director, is an incredible person and administrator. She has everything you want in a school director, she's kind, friendly, trustworthy, responsive, highly intelligent, and compassionate. She understands the demands of working parents and does her best to accommodate. And, she's at the school every day, all day. We couldn't be happier with the teachers and staff here. We are always greeted warmly and can tell that they genuinely care about our kids. My little one has a hard time saying goodbye at drop-off so every day his teacher comes over to hold him and to make him happy before I leave. I don't even think he's upset when I leave anymore, I think he just loves being held by his teacher : ) At nap time, the teachers will rub his back to help him fall asleep. They are kind and gentle. Between our two kids, we've had Ms. Melissa in the toddler class, Ms. Lynn and Ms. Julie in the Two's class and Ms. Christina in the Pre-K class and each of them have been wonderful!! And, of course, all of the assistant teachers as well! Couldn't be more happy with our experience at this school! read more

They lie to you and find ways to push you away when they know you are going to have Subsidized program with them.