"Kids kare at the parks has been great. it's been 3 weeks since my son started in the 2 year old class. he loves being there everyday to play with his "feens" I had a few concerns like most mom's do. I addressed them with the head teacher and they were fixed right away. it's been an easy transitions for my son to attend this type of center so far his happy so I'm happy."
"After experiencing the San Jose Kids Park I really didn't know what to expect. When I walked into this Fresno location it was so much nicer and more inviting. This location had a better adult to kid ratio as well. They will call you if ANYTHING happens. My son tripped over a slide and they called me and told me right away. There is also a security guard outside on the property walking around which made me feel a lot better as they didn't have that in the San Jose location. I would 100/10 recommend this Fresno location. Super clean, nicely decorated/put together, and very friendly staff."
"I first was recommended this private school by a family friend. An I am so grateful.At that moment I was attending school an didn't have family to help with my son. This became a blessing to our family for so many reasons. First my son is the only child an as COVID happened he wasn't exposed to children an his routine was so up an down because we traveled a lot for his dads work. Yet this school really put everything so simple an easy to get things on schedule. With the idea that I didn't feel stressed leaving him there.His first experience has him ready for Kindergarten and he is about to graduate this the best choice thank you to everyone that helped my life get so much simpler an functional, for my son and myself .We can't thank you all enough ,we are looking forward to summer camp."
"After many interviews and plenty of time spent we ended up bribing out 3 year old daughter to this place for her daycare/early preschool. From the first time I walked in for their program and school inquiry till the time we brought all the right paperwork and forms SANDRA was polite, kind and very informative. She had all the patience for our questions. She understood how important it was for us to find a right place for our child. She assured us that our little one will never be given any form of meat and will always given healthy choices for her snacks and meals. Suhani has been going there for over two months and they have been just fantastic. Their attention to detail and teaching technics are great. Every day Suhani comes home and says she had a great day with Mrs. Valerie. They even helped her get potty trained and she knows not to use so many toilet paper and to wash your with soap and also use not lot of water. Turn the knob not all the way so we don't waste water. Thank you for giving our daughter great place to be 5 days a week while we work. Thanks for helping us instill great mannerism, respect and politeness. Best place to bring yr child in FRESNO/CLOVIS."
"My daughter has been attending this school full time for almost 1 year and loves it.Great teachers, very caring and respectful!"
"We put our two kids at Carden starting this school year. The curriculum is rigorous and demanding and the teachers are professional, caring, empathetic and enthusiastic toward their students. The other parents have gone out of their way to make us feel welcome. We know our children are getting a first-rate education at Carden. Their school days are balanced between work and physical activity and the school values music, art, and languages with weekly classes. There is no other school in Fresno where elementary children can learn French and for our family that was very important. Most importantly our children are happy and want to go to school. It's not easy but they are thriving at Carden. As an educator myself I can say with some authority that the education at Carden school is one of the best in Fresno."
"My daughter has been at this KinderCare for the past four months. She started when she was four months old. Previous to this, she was at a different local daycare. Needless to say, we were less than satisfied at her previous daycare. Although that particular daycare provided live streaming of the infant room (which was a large selling point for me at the time), I found myself constantly distracted by the footage while at work mainly because I was concerned about the level of care she was receiving. It became quite disruptive to my workday. This previous daycare required that I write them each morning to tell them what time I would be dropping off my daughter. Anyone who has small children knows how chaotic and unpredictable the morning routine can be, and this became an added stress. Despite dropping my daughter off after they opened, I would be met with obvious sighs and eye rolls from staff if I showed up before 8am. Additionally, this previous daycare would frequently call and have me leave my work early to pick up my daughter for being "fussy," insisting she was sick when she wasn't (I am a doctor, so I can actually tell these things).All of these factors contributed to us moving to KinderCare and I have no doubt in my mind that we made the right decision. From the moment we entered KinderCare for a tour, I was blown away. They are a well-oiled machine and the process of drop offs and pick ups is streamlined. Their professionalism and communication are unmatched. I feel like my daughter gets so much care and attention from the staff. It honestly feels like she is with family when I take her to KinderCare. I love that we get periodic updates and photos throughout the day without the added pressure of livestream, which actually can be more of a burden than a help. I feel like the price is more than reasonable for the care our daughter receives. She has continued to thrive at KinderCare. She is meeting all of her developmental milestones and she couldn't be happier or healthier. So glad we made the switch to KinderCare!"
"My boys have been spending their days at NLDS for about two years now. Leaving your children with someone else is always a scary thing to do, but the staff at NLDS- Figarden help make the transition a smooth one. Right when you walk in the door you are greeted by one of the friendly staff. The door to get to the classrooms is secure and requires a code to enter. The classrooms are clean and have a fun feel to them. Artwork from the children decorate the walls, throughout the center. My boys love playing on the many pieces of playground equipment outside! There are security cameras set up through out the center, which gives me that extra piece of mind that my kids are in a safe environment. I can bring my children home at the end of the day knowing that they've been well fed, educated and had fun building relationships with the other children and staff at the center. I have no doubt that I will owe the amazing staff at NLDS-Figarden a huge thanks for helping us get our boys well prepared for school. If you are searching for a safe place to care for your children while you are at work, I'd definitely recommend NLDS."
"We love Ms. Susan, Beth and Wendy. They entire staff if u could remember their names. It's very organized and very clean. My son loved it there. He thrived in speech and learned so much! The food always smelled amazing. He never had a diaper rash even with him being prone to them. We will come back once my son builds up immunity as he kept getting sick. He's 2 and this was his first exposure to anyone being kept at home due to covid. We can't wait to come back! Susan is amazing, prompt and tries her best to make all parents and kids feel comfortable. Not one complaint or concern. We love Owens Ranch!"
"My 1.2 year old daughter has been in day care at First Church of God for 3 weeks. The staff have been amazing to my daughter and to me as she gets acclimated to day care and new people.They keep me up to date on all the events of her day."
"Absolutely the best preschool in town! The teachers are warm, friendly and competent. My 2 daughters go to Bluff view and they love everything about it. It's a safe place for our little ones and they learn SO much in daily classes! They offer ninja and sign language lessons too which is amazing! My son will be attending Bluff View the next couple of years to come also!"
Ashley R.
Jul 10, 2024
I was so hopeful after reading the reviews, however I was severely disappointed with our experience at KidsPark! I brought my two children in ages 8 and 2 a couple Saturdays ago. I registered them as it was our first time and everything seemed fine until I was called not even 15 minutes later to come get my 2 year old because they said he required a 1:1 and they were not equipped. When I asked why my son needed a 1:1 the older lady stated that he was trying to escape, which was really confusing to me since you would think the center would be child proof. Also, my son is on the spectrum and needs a little time to warm up and get used to his surroundings. I told the lady I would be right there.When I arrived back my son was playing nicely with a school bus all alone while all the other kids did activities together! That made me really sad but mostly angry... When we got in the car I asked my daughter what happened! She told me that the ladies were just standing around on their phones and were not trying to help my son. She also stated that he had only been wandering around for a few minutes before finding a toy and settling down to play.I felt so disappointed in the staff because they clearly didn't take the time to get to know my son and help him get comfortable in a new place! I didn't buy the BS line she spouted out about not being able to provide 1:1 care when all the other kids were engaged and one of them could have easily taken time to help my little guy get adjusted before calling the owner Susie who immediately sent him home after 10/15 minutes! Thankfully I was just across the street at Trader Joe's.As someone who has their MA in special education and has been working with children for 21 years I wasn't expecting a high quality preschool program, I was just hoping for a few hours of reprieve for this tired Mama! What I got instead was a $50 bill, shame for my son not being allowed to stay, and a whole lot of frustration! If your child has special needs I would seriously consider going elsewhere! Perhaps their Mon-Fri program has higher quality teachers who actually care instead of burnt out old ladies who'd rather sit on their phones counting down the hours until they can close up shop! Either way we will not be back! Such a complete waste of money, time, and energy!
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Mar 5, 2017
I went there for an interview and I thought the idea is pretty great to have kids interacting with each other and all but I didn't think the place was as clean as it should be for kids... I'll try again in a couple of months to see if they improved Their cleanness otherwise I'll look for someplace else. Bummer not to be able to give 5 stars.
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Dec 5, 2019
I have 2 children and I am proud to say they are both Carden School of Fresno graduates. My son is now a Freshman in college and my daughter, a Freshman in high school.My family has nothing but great things to say about Carden. During their time at this school, my children learned skills needed to be successful in both the classroom and in life.At 18 and 15 yrs. old, my children are free thinking, independent, self starters who love learning regardless of the subject matter. They are thriving in their new schools and I give all the credit to the teachers of Carden. Their Carden teachers brought out the absolute best in my children. If you were to ask my children directly they would tell you, Carden prepared them very well for this next stage in their young lives. They are grateful for having had the opportunity to attend Carden and jump at the chance to go back for annual events or even just a quick campus visit. Simply put - to my family, Carden was, is, and will always be home!
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Jul 16, 2017
My wife recently went back to work full-time, and we needed to find daycare for our 15 month old son. He has a language delay and can be slow to warm up to people. My son has been doing so well ever since he started going to KinderCare. He is more talkative and alert/interactive with his environment and our family. He seems to be happier now that he is able to play with other children so regularly. In the beginning he didn't want to go to his teachers when I dropped him off in the morning, but now he goes to them no problem! The teachers in Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 are all awesome. Me and my wife enjoy the written mini reports they give us when we pick him up (such as what he did during the day, etc) and we also really like how his teachers often take pictures of him during the day, and that we can take these pictures home.
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Jul 19, 2020
The best pre-school and daycare services in Fresno. Extremely kind & patient staff and teachers. Always clean and disinfecting during Covid-19. I wouldn't trust anyone else during these times.
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"First step day care has been phenomenal for our almost 3 year old. Our child started here when she had just turned one and has spent almost 2 years here. Patricia and Carla are the kindest care givers you will ever find . We felt so reassured when we first met them to learn about the daycare. They were so patient and worked with us through various phases of stranger anxiety that our toddler experienced . They maintain the daycare spic and span and are always sanitizing. They follow a great schedule every day and make sure to engage the toddlers in learning activities. They also provide all home cooked meals and snacks and will work with you on food restrictions if any. Overall , I highly recommend First step and could not be happier with the care our child received here."
"After searching for a day care for my daughter for nearly 6 months, I had almost given up hope. Nothing was "just right" - as I was looking for a "home-from-home" for my 2.5 year old that would not only be a daycare, but a learning center as well. Que a yelp search and a visit on a whim to the preschool of my literal dreams!The facility is perfectly secluded and secure - which I really appreciated. Everyday, my daughter is EXCITED to go to school. They have a focused learning plan with an emphasis on hands-on experience play learning. The owners are incredible and there every single day. Their app is wonderful, and they send pictures and updates throughout the day!I hesitated writing this because I'm SO obsessed with this place that I almost want to keep it a "secret". But I'm passing this on to other mamas that are looking for that perfect spot...this is it!"
"Love love love That's all i have to say! Nice people, great teachers, kids love it.. thankful for this school"
"Both my children have gone to Dermer's. I can honestly say that I always felt like my children were safe there and the staff is very good. The play area is fantastic and although it is clean, it is still homey enough for a child to still have fun. I love that they have scheduled project and a curriculum rather than just siting them in from of a TV all day."
"They are a great child care provider. Always making sure my sons are well taken care of and getting the services they need. One son is special needs and they do their best to accommodate and assist him. Love their app, keep up with kiddos throughout the day. The activities they do in the summer were fun and educational. Their tuition was a little high but if you're subsidized it was perfect. Their director is the best!"
"Kids Kare teachers manage our rambunctious twin toddlers very well. The staff employ effective tools to curb their sometimes destractive behavior. We receive frequent updates on their behavior and progress, now more good reports than bad! They were early adopters of protective measures for Covid-19. The staff all wear masks, and as a health care provider, I appreciate their efforts.Yesterday, we were surprised when the kids came home with baby sized pumpkins. At Brighten Academy, we had to pay an extra $5 each for that privilidge. We moved our children from Brighton to the facility at Willow, saved money, and got better teachers. Win win!"
"I can't say enough how happy we are with the school. My son officially began his social life (with out mom or dad next to him) with this school and he loves it. I am so amazed and thankful for their constant effort to communicate about your kids. And all teachers have uplifting spirit and smiles and kids get very comfortable. They have been posting the pictures of class via app and it makes me feel so involved in their education. So when my son comes back from school we can continue with similar activities with same topic from the school. And they have only 12 kids per class which makes teachers may know themIndividually and teach them properly according to their own pace even. Thank you"
"This is a great place to start your kids off when it comes to school. The staff is really good with kids and explain all curriculum. Really clean classrooms and great environment."
"As a parent, I love the childcare facility and appreciate the staff who cares for my children. I love taking my kids there. Happy parent!"
"No only is the school we chose for our daughter because of it's organization and how welcome everyone was to us! We are very happy with their program and activities. Our daughter comes back home happy from her successful mornings. A+!"
"Love this school and the staff!!! My child has learned so much in 3 years that I am confident in his educational foundation. My child loves to come to school here. It is so popular that they are doubling their size and until now have always had a waiting list. Enroll with confidence!!!"
"My family absolutely loves Childtime! My son is always excited for school and what cool creative crafts they will be doing! I know my son is being taught in a safe and healthy environment with a staff that is solely dedicated to the kids in their care. They have an app that I can see his check in and out times, if he napped, what he had to eat or drink, pictures, and more! I would highly recommend them!"
"Love the warm and welcoming atmosphere that the staff has created for my 9 year old son. My son looks forward to being dropped off before school and enjoys spending time there after school as well. I am so glad I gave them a try!"
"I LOVE this school and so does my daughter, she has been going here for over two years now. Miss Trinity has made a big difference in how smoothly things run. Everyone is wonderful Mr.T makes the kids food and Miss Blia is very organized and caring. My daughter loves Miss Laura , Miss Tanya and Miss Trisha. My daughter has a hard time at nap time because she is very active and likes to fight sleep everyone has been so helpful trying to accommodate her."
"My only regret with this place is that I didn't start my son sooner. It was a complete transformation for him, after spending years in different daycare environments. The kids their are very welcoming, and within weeks he had legit friends. The preschool itself is great and my son has learned a ton of new stuff. The teachers there are engaged with the kids and are actually interested in preparing them for real school. They have managed to calm my wild son down quite a bit too. 10/10 would recommend to anyone."
"A nice little private conservative school, LMAO. Oh boy if only they knew that I am gayer than a butterfly. So yach, went and graduated from this place. I like some teachers more than others cause they really taught me something. Likewise I like some students more than others preferably those that stop offering to pray for me every five minutes, hmm or maybe they just wanted to hold my hand, hmmmm?Anyway, great principal at the time.Some teachers are just out of touch with their students, like seriously.Oh... i have some great crushes.... dying to drop names, but maybe I shouldn't."