Parent Reviews

Kandiland Day School (Westover)

Pollyanna Ferreira

My 4 years old son loves this daycare. All the professionals are very good and loving. We consider this school a second family.

Anali Velazquez

Kandiland has been amazing, my son has been going since January of this year and i was afraid because we had made such a big move for our whole family and didn’t know how he would do. Now every-time we walk-in or out everyone knows him and he loves going every single day! All the teachers are amazing and have been such a big help with his transition. Can’t express what a good feeling it is to know your child feels so comfortable in his daycare, definitely would recommend to anyone searching for a daycare.

Ashlee Spears

The teachers and staff of Kandiland are so kind and tentative. They take such great care of my little ones, and I couldn’t be happier with our experience over the last few years.

Brandy Hinds

We are proud 👏💙parents! #BabyBoyKace Mr. Independent wants to learn and do things on his own. At 2 year’s old he’s doing great with potty training, learning color’s, shapes, drawing and much more. Thanks to his teacher Shakira and staff at school. You all Rock!!!

Daniella Rodriguez

So glad they changed management, enrolled my boys. Love the teachers. Very caring and understanding.. My boys absolutely love being here. ☺ The directors are amazing

Lindsay Hall

I have both my boys at Kandiland for the the past 2 years (2018) for MDO and pre school and love it. They genuinely love and care about my children. They remained open with a new protocol with covid and that was so wonderful for my children to have that structure and normalcy in a safe learning environment when everything else had changed. They are wonderful at communicating with parents about events and activities that are going on to make each day fun and exciting for my kids.

Deborah Marie

Super caring from the moment you enter this beautiful place. Safe and clean. You will love having your children at KandiLand Day Care

Tina Smithspeed

Such wonderful staff and owners. Wonderful facility and we love the communication from the Director.

Kimberly Imber

super caring day care, happy my granddaughter has such a nice place to stay

Amanda Miller

My two children have been at Kandiland for one year now and it has been a very positive experience. It is a small and intimate environment where you get to know the staff well. I feel confident when I drop my kids that they will be well loved and well taken care of.

Trisha Kirkland

Kandiland Day School has been an incredible blessing to our family. Before finding Kandiland, my son had attended two other daycares. What stood out to me during our tour was the warm and welcoming environment, the experienced and dedicated staff, and the strong Christian values they uphold.

My son has been attending Kandiland for a year now and absolutely loves it. Every teacher knows him by name, and I truly feel they care deeply about his well-being. It has been such a positive experience for us!

Kaitlyn Haymon

We have LOVED our experience with Kandiland. From the very first day they’ve made us feel like family. Ms Jennifer, Ms Courtney, Ms Marisa, Ms Zendré, Ms Lacey…literally everyone there is heaven sent. Our 4 year old daughter had so much fun and made so many friends. She grew so much in her education and fine motor skills, it was like a night and day difference! I can’t recommend this school enough for your babies. They teach, nurture and love your children like they are their own.

Demi Foreman

My daughter, Theo, loves it at this place! I plan on enrolling my one year old soon! The staff and teachers are all super sweet. You can definitely tell they enjoy their job with all the children ❤️

Robert Butler

The director and her instructors worked really well with our kids and our needs. Couldn’t of asked for a better daycare.

Melissa Davis

I enrolled my son here at Kandiland Westover, from having him right before a global pandemic and staying home with him the first year I was very anxious about enrolling him in any daycare. But here felt different from meeting a coworker in the parking lot and her sharing how much she loves her job to our tour as a family after hours with covid precautions it felt comfortable and safe. My son has absolutely blossomed and just been so happy ever since we enrolled. He stated self feeding and eating well. Is napping and sleeping consistently which was always a struggle. Vaneel has been so wonderful everyday making sure my questions are answered and protected my son when she didn’t recognize someone to get him! I am so looking forward to many more years with my son here and deepening our family bond at Kandiland!

Marianne Morrison

I wanted to say THANK YOU to Kandiland for taking such great care of our pre-school aged foster children during the time they were placed in our home. The boys came to us as traumatized children in need of love, and Kandiland was there from the very beginning. The school and staff was part of helping them move towards healing and wholeness, and I will be forever grateful for the way they partnered with our family to take care of them. Kandilandwestover is truly student centered, and was patient, caring, compassionate and kind.

Abby Rossi

We brought our daughter here for a short period while our in home nanny was having surgery. She absolutely loved it! We were impressed with how caring and attentive the staff was. Especially knowing that we would not be staying for an extended period. I would highly recommend this day care for long term and would bring my child back in a heart beat.

Blake Gameboy

Great facility and trustworthy! I feel happy and safe to have Kandiland take care of my son!! Been with Kandiland for 3 years! Great value and customer service as well. Highly recommended!

A Flowers

My son Marcus attends Prek at Kandiland. We absolutely love his teacher Ms. K. She is great with the little ones!

Cindy Tran

Been going here for 2 years and everything has been wonderful. Friendly staff, organized, and lots of activities for the year, especially summer, to engage students of all ages. Highly recommend!

Grant Oelsen

I can’t say enough good things about this place. My wife and I have been sending our kids to Kandiland for thee years now (since they were infants). They communicate very well. They clearly care about the kids. They’re respectful and they don’t let parents walk all over them when there’s an issue. I feel 100% safe sending my kids there. The place is clean, they don’t tolerate biting or kids being sick. This place has been a real blessing! Ps. They’re affordable too. Very reasonably priced.

Robin Nobles

Kandiland Daycare has been a blessing. My son has learned so much and is happy to attend. He has been here for over a year and there have been no issues. I am so grateful for this team of inspiring teachers who love these kids. Looking forward to the future

HMG FLEET

Kandiland at Westover is the most amazing daycare ever! Words cannot describe how thankful we are to be able to take my son to such a great school, with Christian values. Veenal, the Director has worked with my 3 year old son, and helped him transition from a home daycare with not much structure, into the structured, yet super fun environment of Kandiland. She, and his teacher Ms. Marisa, have shown love and patience for my son. He has blossomed with his speech, letters, numbers, singing songs, learning Bible verses, and so much more. My son cannot wait to get to school everyday. The whole staff is phenomenal. Thank you Kandiland Westover Park for taking the best care of our son!

Jacobi Liles

I couldn’t be happier with the school we chose for the kids. I know this is by far the most difficult time a child care facility has to ever go through. Glad we have been able to continue going and keep that as normal as possible. God Bless all our Kandiland teachers!

Rachel Chapman

We love Kandiland! All 4 of my children went there! Super accommodating, especially for my triplets! I loved that it is a family run center, very loving and friendly teachers.

Kevin Rullman

We absolutely love Kandiland! My son attended for 4 years and learned so much. The staff is great and love the kids! Highly recommend!

Kandiland Day School (Friendswood)

David Griffith

I have two daughters who attend Kandiland, 4 and 2 years old. The staff is great with my girls. They do a great job teaching and incorporating curriculum as well. We couldn’t be happier here.

Brandi Gray

My son (4) has been attending Kandiland his entire life. The staff absolutely loves him and he truly enjoys going to school every day. The teachers are consistently wonderful, and the director is such a wonderful human. The teachers are always coming up with fun and creative things for the kids to do, and they really do so much to foster an environment where the kids can really flourish. Because of this, it’s so easy for the parents to become friends as well, and get the kids together outside of the school. We absolutely love Kandiland for our son and will be genuinely sad when he ages out.

Beth A

I love this place and these people because they love my boy soooo much!!! 💕💕💕 …

Twins Plus more

This is the best daycare my kids have ever been to. They are always full of surprises and fun activities for the kids. They put a lot of thought into the activities they do especially in the summer. Everyone is super nice, the school is clean, and my kids are always looking forward towards their next activity. They put a lot of thought into the children’s happiness.

Lexi Scott

My daughter started Kaniland about a month ago and I have nothing but AMAZING things to say. Daycare can be scary for a first time mom like me but Kandiland is always reassuring that they’re taking great care of my sweet baby. She has already learned so much from this school and is upset when she has to leave at the end of the day. It makes my heart happy when I can go to work or school knowing my daughter is happy and being taken care of! We also LOVE Ms Sarah and the whole kandiland group!❤️

Judy Lemon

We couldn’t be happier with Kandiland Friendswood! From the moment we enrolled our daughter in 2016 to now having our son attend, the staff has been incredibly welcoming and attentive. They create a nurturing environment that fosters creativity and learning. Our son absolutely loves going to daycare every day! The classroom activities are engaging, the extracurricular programs are a great enhancement and we appreciate the daily updates that keep us informed about his progress. It’s clear that the staff genuinely cares about each child’s well-being and development. We highly recommend Kandiland Friendswood to any parent looking for a safe, fun, and educational place for their little ones.

Tiffany Cooper

My children (11 months and 4 years) have been attending this daycare for almost two years and I am beyond pleased with the treatment of the kids. The staff makes me feel like my boys are part of their family and will even reach out with special milestones or moments they captured. They follow an education curriculum with plenty of outside time (different playgrounds for different age groups) and always work with my energetic son who sometimes has a hard time managing his emotions. When I have questions they are always super helpful and transparent and never get offended or annoyed by anything I ask or my concerns. They have fun activities they plan for the kiddos and host extracurricular classes or events geared for different ages. They use a wonderful app that allows you to message the teachers with questions and they are always happy to answer. Kandiland checks all the boxes for me and I highly recommend them.

Christina Dowling

My granddaughter has been going here for over a year now and loves it! The staff is phenomenal and I see the things my toddler is learning while there (ABC’s, and counting in Spanish!) I highly recommend this facility for anyone looking for childcare or even just a Mother’s Day out program!

Abby Rossi

We absolutely love Kandiland! Our daughter enjoyed her time there and the staff is just wonderful.

Desirée Koks

My daughter has been at Kandiland since she was a baby, and is now in the 3 year old class. I love how everyone at the school knows her name, tells her good morning, and treats her with love. It feels like family and she loves it there!

Marie Aping

My daughter is in the infant room and my son is in the afterschool program. We love this center. The teachers in the infant room are phenomenal, their communication style is top notch. They really love and care for these babies like they are their own. Safety is the number one priority, and you can tell how loving they are towards the children and families by how happy the babies are at drop off and pick-up. It really does feel like a second home, and I love that for my children because I know the teachers and director have cultivated this welcoming and inviting community where they really treat the kids with love and support. I could not say enough good things about the director Kelly she is caring, accommodating and has your families best interest at heart. I have never felt like my children and I were a tuition check, I truly trust that my children are in the best hands there.

Sharon Tait

Kandiland has been a great place for my son and daughter. As an educational leader, I know how important the parent-child-school partnership is for a child’s development. The staff at Kandiland do a wonderful job of ensuring there is open communication and that we operate as a team in meeting the social, academic and developmental needs of my kiddos. I would highly recommend Kandiland to any of my friends and neighbors.

Melissa Main

Best daycare my child has ever been to! Great communication about my daughter regaurding anything from injuries or activities. She has been going here since she was 3 and is doing amazing in kindergarten, because of the exceptional pre-school here!

Raising Stars Academy

Taylor Haynes

I can’t think of enough positive things to say about my experience with RSA. From the leadership to the teachers, I am just so grateful for this school. The teachers are always communicating with me about my children’s needs or upcoming activities and I love that. My boys have been loved and cared for since we enrolled and it has truly just been such a blessing. Keep up the good work RSA!

L G

This is our first daycare experience. I am very happy to see how much my son loves going to your school. Thank you for caring and teaching Gael.

Amanda Barrow

The staff is warm and inviting and my kids always have a fun time and enjoy learning each day! Ms. Kerry and Ms. Tammy do a great job at keeping the place clean and kids engaged on learning and growing.

April Morris

I am so thankful for you all, and all you are doing for Q and giving him the care you do! He loves coming to school and he is learning so much! I appreciate all you do to care for the children and look forward to watching him grow and learn! Looking forward to summer and all the activities! Keep up the great work!!! 🌻👍💙😊 …

RobertD WilliamsSr.

My boys have been going here for about a year GREAT staff Home like atmosphere very Professional

Megan Kovacevich

I have trusted this center with my children for 2.5 years now, and I will continue to bring them until they start Kinder. I have a 3 year old and 9 month old. All of the teachers my children have had have cared for them like their own. They really listen to my concerns and very specific instructions as a parent and FOLLOW THROUGH. They make me feel like my needs as a parent are met and heard. The director, Ms. Karry, is amazing. She has always made me feel comfortable and takes time to talk to me whenever I ask to speak with her.

Britt Williams

The Best daycare in the area. I love the atmosphere they have even in spite of the covid restrictions. 2 teachers that truly stand out are Ms. Sierra and Ms. Wendy! They truly care about their students and know how to keep their parents informed of anything that happens. Ms. Wendy has also been exceptionally helpful with my daughter and teaching her kindergarden curriculum since she misses the age cut off for school. Lastly, ms. Kat is so informative and helpful in the front office. Even in a bad day, she has a smile for anyone who walks in.

Brittany Harney

We enrolled both our kids in this daycare, and they adore the teachers. The staff treats them like family. It’s a safe and caring place for your children while you work.

Amanda Rodriguez

I had sooo many doubts about putting my baby in day care with this crazy world and the people in it!!! But the ladies at raising stars are amazing!!! Kamilla adores them and I feel comfortable with her going there. The app that they have to see what my baby does through out the day is awesome. I’m obsessed with the app!! I would definitely recommend this day care for any one looking.

Kaelee Hamilton

My children love going to Raising Stars. They are treated so amazingly.

Cassandra Gaylord

Absolutely love Raising Stars Academy. All of my kids love it there. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a second home away from home for their children!

Sandra Treviño

My boys have been going to this center for over 4 years and have learned so much, from basic abc’s, colors, numbers, to sign language. I appreciate the communication and understanding from office staff, and appreciate all teachers and staff. I will continue to refer other parents.

Haley Sanchez

I take all 4 of my kids here, (Ages; 10,6,3,1). The staff is great and my kids love it. We tried two daycares before finding Raising Stars, and my kids dreaded going, so we were so happy to finally find one that all the kids loved.

Courtney Primm-Brown

We absolutely love this daycare! Our children have been going there for years and they love it! Staff members/teachers are easy to talk to if you have any concerns about your children! We have a disabled son and they are wonderful with him and have been very accommodating!

Leann Wobbe

My daughter has been going here for about 3 years, since she was an infant. I love how they provide a safe family atmosphere, all while developing her education. They even got her potty trained really quick!! I love getting updates from them on how she’s doing. Love this place!!

Connor Adams

Went there when I was 12 still have great teachers hopefully if they read this they still remember me

Brittany Carter

We love it here! The staff has become like family to us. Mrs. Tammy, Mrs. Cierra and Mrs. Karry have always given us a genuine feeling of love and passion for teaching and caring for the children. I appreciate the focus on education and skill development. I have watched my two year old grow and learn so much since starting here. I have peace of mind knowing my children are in a safe and clean environment. Highly recommend!

Misty Saenz

I switched my children to this daycare last year & honestly best thing I ever did. My babies love it there & I love the way the staff treats them. The staff is very processional and very safe when it come to protecting all children & staff against Covid-19! I highly recommend this daycare.

Evon Partida

My kids have been going to Rising Star with Ms. Karry and her teams for 3 years if not more! We love them. They treat my kids like they are family. Never had any issues. I couldn’t imagine taking my kids anywhere else. Awesome place!

Tara Jones

My son is thriving here. He started at 10 weeks old and is now 27 months. He loves all of the teachers and helpers there. I was told a long time ago, you can tell you’ve found the right daycare by the attitude of your child when you drop them off and pick them up. My son is excited to see his teachers in the morning, reaching to them for love and hugs, and he’s all smiles when I get him at the end of the day. My son is a handful and they have taught him so much about how to share and handle his 2 year old feelings. They’ve also helped me with how to transition that learning to home. Very happy with our choice in Raising Stars.

Deana Atteberry

RSA has been in our lives for 5 years now! My little ones love it. This is not a “make sure the kids are alive” daycare, this is a learning center. They have always been focused on teaching all the students including infants to make sure they are meeting important milestones. They also love the kids as if they are their own. We love all the activities and meals that are included in the price.

Deborah

I love the staff. They make it about the children, by individually making about their needs. They also help out the parents, especially to make drop offs easier.

Raising Stars STEM Center

Dazha Allen

My daughter has been going here for about 2 years now and LOVES IT. Ms.Wendy and her staff do an amazing job with not only connecting with the children but each parent as they walk in and out of the center . I was very on edge about having my daughter start daycare again full time but RSSC has went above and beyond to make sure all kids enjoy their time there.

Brenda Valles

We absolutely love STEM center. They offer a wide range of learning activities and my children love coming here. Ms. Wendy the director always makes us feel welcome. And the teachers are amazing and we love them. Ms.Cynthia my child’s teacher is so good with them. I highly recommend them.

Hayley Salazar

Raising Stars Stem Center is a wonderful center to help your children reach their full potential. All the teachers at the center love each and every child and the atmosphere is welcoming. You know you have found the right place when your child is running through the doors into the arms of their teacher. Forever grateful for the teachers and the center.

Heather Garza

I am at ease with this program. The teachers are very involved with the kids. So many different life skills the kids get to take hands on! I also love the fact, they celebrate holidays & birthdays! Communication is wonderful! & the director is understanding, & definitely reasonable for individual situations! Love this program! We are in it for the long run!

Quennika Lenor

My kids love this daycare. At there last one they claimed to be bored and always punished for other students misbehaving. This daycare has a gym playground does crafts and more and it’s a easy pick up for them as well they love it!!

Haylee F.

My brother loves Stem & everything and everyone about it! He’s always talking about how he has so much fun. He loves the science project they do . He actually finally gets to do karate because he’s already there..

Jennifer Perez

Excellent staff that genuinely cares for the kids! My kids love it here and I fully trust the staff to take care of my kids. Highly recommend!

Kid Scholars Academy

Angie Alexander

3 years with Kid Scholars Academy!! What more to say. We started from baby group and now our son graduated from KSA Preschool. KSA is like a second home for our son. We are so thankful for all the teachers who worked with him. Wonderful staff and WE LOVE KSA!!!

Kaylin Mach

We just started a few weeks ago and I love it! The staff is super friendly and they always keep you updated with what is going on during the day!

Elsa G. Rubio

Awesome daycare and very reasonable in price. My daughter has been coming here since she was three months old and she is very advanced for her age. She will have no problem when she starts kindergarten thanks to the teachers and staff that have taken care of her and taught her throughout the years as her little mind was developing and learning. Thank you Kid Scholars Academy for being awesome. I recommend this daycare to any one looking for an affordable and reliable daycare with great and caring teachers.

Jessica Ramirez

I love KSA! My daughter has learned so much from there. All the staff is super friendly & professional. I love how they keep me updated with my daughter through Procare.

Marissa Ramirez

10/10 recommend ! Working as a toddler / Two teacher it’s the best , we have the best teachers and we work as a team . Our Director Mrs. Yvette is the absolute best and she actually cares for her teachers and staff and very understanding 🥰 …

Amanda Kersh

Our daughter began KSA February of 2020 and we couldn’t have been happier. We were very dissatisfied with our previous caretaker and KSA welcomed her with open arms. All the staff are amazing! We feel as though our daughter was loved as one of their own. The facility is very clean and safe and we have no complaints. We will miss our KSA family very much and would recommend them to anyone seeking quality childcare!

Michelle Goehring

My daughter loved her experience here. We would continue to use them as after school program if we didn’t move. Everyone was always so nice, Ms. Yvette was always so flexible with our crazy schedule, and I loved that they had an app that allowed the teachers to post what the children were doing during the day, and even posted pictures. It was great! We will definitely miss all the staff that worked there. ❤️

Jamese Huynh

Kids Scholar Academy is a great childcare facility with an enriching curriculum and teachers who truly care for your children. My children have thrived while being in their care, especially interpersonally. All the teachers are amazing but in particular, Mrs. Illham & Ms. Cassandra are exceptional. They made our transition from home care to a facility painless and rewarding! Can’t recommend KSA enough.

Monica Zabaloy

My 18-month-old son is going there and It’s a great place.Teachers are super kind with kids. Miss Laura is taking care of my baby with Miss Abi and they both are very tender with toddlers. My son loves this place.

nmw72

My husband and I are very happy with the level of care and education our children receive at the Kids Schoolar’s academy. Ms. Laura is the best!

Nancy Mensah

I love KSA. I’ve never seen such caring, knowledgeable, passionate people! There are many preschools in Sugarland, but KSA tops them all. Your kids will learn, grow, be challenged and mostly have fun and be happy. As parents, you have a lot on your plate so to find a school that treats your kids like the way you would and bring you that peace of mind is priceless. All the teachers are excellent and they make the parents feel like VIPs!!

Samantha Carlson

We love KSA! My son has been going here for about 6 months and the teachers are great. Everything is kept very clean and my little guy seems to be happy every day. He is in the 18-36 month old group and he is learning his colors and numbers. I love that they actually teach him things. You can tell that the teachers really care about the kids. We’ve only been to one other day care and the teacher just seemed to supervise the kids and sat in the corner doing paperwork while the little ones wandered around bored or fought over toys. Here, they actually interact with the kids and have a curriculum. It’s nice to know he’s going to “school” instead of just a babysitter.

Taylor Calvin

My daughter has been attending this daycare since August 2018. She was 8 months when she started. I loveeee everything about the facility, the staff, the cleanliness, etc. Never had any complaints! My daughter comes home trying to sing new songs & do they hand gestures they teach her (cutest ever☺️). She loves her teachers & they love her back. She’s always happy to leave me when I drop her off!! I can go on & on, but I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS DAYCARE!!! Thanks KSA for all you do!!!

Danielle Munoz

Absolutely love the curriculum and level of care at Kid Scholars. My daughter has learned so much in the short time she has been there. They gave the perfect balance of fun and learning. I can’t wait to see how the center handles more children.

Landin Jones

Absolutely amazing staff! I truly trust them with my child. Also very clean, maintained facility. My son gets dropped off at school and picked up and prices are affordable. Convenient for my location as well. My son loves it too and that’s really important.

Amanda Agudelo

We love KSA! I have had 2 kids at KSA and all of the teachers are so amazing and caring! Our kids have learned so much here and It puts me at ease knowing they are very well cared for by all of the teachers.

Adam Perez

10/10. What a wonderful daycare. My baby started there when he was just 8 weeks old. The teachers are so caring and loving towards my son. Mrs. Ilham and Ms. Maria make me feel so comfortable leaving my son there knowing that he will be well taken care of. I love how the Facility provides an App where I can receive daily summaries and photos throughout the day. Thank you Kids Scholars Academy Staff!!! I will definitely recommend this Childcare to friends and Family!!! 10/10

Sara Bogorad

The best childcare! 10/10! My son had the best experience there! He still talks about his teacher Miss. Smith- she’s wonderful! No better place to send your children in the Sugar Land area!

Julia Mejicanos

I am so pleased of the quality of care that kids scholar academy has provided for my child. They truly care for their students. I am so glad I have found this great daycare!

Tinesha Pettiway

My baby currently go here, and we absolutely love this place. We were nervous starting her in a daycare, but they helped ease our minds. Mrs. Maria, the infant teacher, is so nice, loving, and caring. My baby get excited seeing her 😊 The only complaint I have is the time, I wish they opened up earlier than 7:30am, it can be pushing it trying to drop her off and make it to work some mornings. I definitely recommend this place, it’s clean and positive. Edit 02/11/2022- they now open at 6am, so I honestly still have no complaints. Love this facility!

Socorro Martinez

My son loves Kid Scholars Academy! He is always telling me how great his teachers are and that they get to do so many activities. It is very clean and the staff is very friendly! Definitely recommend 🙂

Rick Overholt

Parents, when looking for a daycare – ask to look at their fire alarm panel. You’ll find Kid Scholars Academy will have an up to date annual inspection, and there are no Trouble lights on the panel. They recently also replaced every smoke detector in 2020. Their panel also does a test signal every day, to insure it’s working properly. You’d be surprised how many day cares out there have a “yellow” trouble light on the panel. These owners obviously care about your children’s safety. Be sure to support locally owned businesses such as Kid Scholars who you can trust to follow all of the licensing and safety codes.

Amy Carter

My daughter is always well taken care of at KSA and she has learned so much during her time there. She loves going to school!

Wendy K

As first time parents my husband and I are very happy about this place. KSA is a very clean daycare and this is very important for kids specially babies and I appreciate that . Our daughter is just 6 months but she looooves it here. All her teachers are very loving, I can tell they love what they do, they care about all the kids, they give updates everyday, the babies class is amazing, teachers have tons of activity, it blows my mind, I couldn’t be happier. I go to work everyday knowing my baby is in good hands. Thank you sooo much KSA keep up the good work🤗

Demi Franklin

This place is a great place to send your kids. Ms. Laura and Ms. Makayla does a wonderful job with my son and the rest of the students there. I love receiving pictures and updates to my phone through there HiMama app in regards to my son educational activities, meals, and moods throughout the day!

Nurse Practitioner

What stands out the most is the cleanliness in the building, especially the infants room. As a person in the medical field, I take it seriously because our baby is in the infant room and they have the weakest immune system. I am glad to see that they take the time to disinfect every toy daily! I also appreciate all the care and love they give. It is difficult to care for a fussy and crying baby, but I see that they are gentle and caring in the baby room!

STASHA Tate

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS DAYCARE! The staff and teachers are very inviting. My son started going to Kid Scholars Academy when he was 3 months and was welcomed with open arms. Being a first-time mom, I was very nervous about leaving my son. The entire staff made me feel very comfortable and was totally fine with me calling 20 plus times a day. If you are looking for a nurturing, caring daycare, check out Kid Scholars Academy – you won’t be disappointed.

Martina Straniero

After a long research we found this place! The staff is very friendly and the teachers are very sweet and willing to help with every needs. Good teachers/students ratio, my daughter is learning a lot, I always feel confident to leave my little one to their care!

Shakeya Dorsey

My son just recently started here and he really enjoys it. The teachers are great and very friendly. He often tells me that he likes his new school!! I would definitely recommend to any parent looking for daycare or pre-K!!

Martin Ndum

We are happy everyday that we found your daycare. You take such an amazing care of our daughter as promised from the first day. Your facility is incredibly clean, and the educational activities are fun. Most importantly, your staff have a warm and pleasant attitude. While at work, I feel so relaxed knowing that my daughter is in a loving and caring environment . Thanks for all your support in our absence.

Brooke Richardson

We have been bringing our daughter here for 2 years now, she is 3. We put her in a daycare ant 1 year old. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the ladies that run this day care. They love all the babies, communicate great with the parents and are just always upbeat and happy even on the tough days.

Jessie W

Love Kid Scholars Academy! My child has shown so much progress in the little time he’s been here! Highly recommend

Taylor

Our child has been going here the past 4 months. We love it! The teachers know all of the kids in their class really well and take great care of them. The staff have all been pleasant to chat with. We have recommended them to a few of our friends as well!

Tansia Maheswaran

Kids scholar academy is the greatest place to work like as a family and I love miss Yvette ( director of KSA) she’s caring , helping and nice with all the teachers .

Elise Altergott

My son is currently enrolled and we absolutely LOVE everything about this daycare. He has been enrolled for about 5 months and started when he was 8 months old. They have helped him learn, grow and develop and have been such a big part in our little babes life. Every single teacher is amazing and they are always in such a great mood and have the best attitude. My son loves going to school and as a first time parent this is a huge deal. I was very nervous about enrolling him in daycare and since day 1 of visiting the school I just had this huge relief and could tell that we found the perfect place. They were so welcoming and the director and manager that assisted us the first day made me feel so comfortable. The teachers that are there currently seem to have been there awhile and they don’t have a high turnover rate for their staff. They also have an app that sends you updates daily on what your little one is doing. My son loves his teachers and loves this school and I am so happy that we found this place.

Debbie

To every parent that is looking for the perfect school. I have looked at 5 other schools prior to choosing KSA. I walked into KSA and we were greeted warmly. The environment just felt right. My little one felt comfortable exploring the classrooms. (Not like the other schools we went to.) We’ve been with KSA for about 2 weeks now. Our little one had rough start and I was very nervous and scared. But Ms. Yvette assured us that he will be in good hands. The teachers are amazing and Ms. Yvette is awesome.

Benjamin Huynh

Mrs. Yvette, Ilham, and Cassandra are great! Rest of the staff are wonderful as well!!! Would highly recommend!

Phyl Thomas

The staff truly cares for the children. I struggled with placing my child in care, but it helps to know they care. The baby room teachers gave me good advice and the toddler room teacher Ms. Laura is helpful and always updates me on any changes with my child. She is great and a kind woman! Mainly, my baby is happy to see her!!

Trelle A

As a first time mom I was very skeptical about sending my 6 month son off to daycare. After lots of research I found this daycare and it was the best decision ever! The teachers are very kind and my son enjoys being there. I can watch him from my phone anywhere I go and I never have to worry about the safety of my son because they care very much about every child that attends this academy. I Love it!!

Karina Armbruster

Very well my girl is very happy and I am calm because it is a safe place. Very friendly staff.

Ashlee Seime

We love kidscholars Academy! My daughter is 11 months now, she started going at 5 months. Her motor skills have sky rocketed since she started. The infant room is the best. All of the teachers are so amazing and spend so much time teaching and playing with every child! Highly recommend!

Laurita Ramirez

Awesome preschool I love that they serve dinner and really care about my daughter.

Mitch Albright

Loved my experience at Kid Scholars Academy. We’re sad we have to leave because we’re moving, but we wish we could take the whole place with us. Friendly and competent teachers and excellent roomy facilities for the kiddos. Benny and us will miss this place.

Angela Bracey

Kid Scholars Academy has everything a parent is looking for in a Learning Center. A great 21st Century Curriculum that comes along with Life Skills, basic technology skills, as well as a clean and welcoming atmosphere. You can rest assure to know your child will be fed healthy nutritious meals and snacks. The Classrooms are spacious for students to move around easily and feel comfortable while learning. There are separate playground areas for appropriate age groups to make outside time a wonderful and fun experience! Parents will also feel comfortable knowing that with a responsible staff and a security system in place, your children will be safe at Kid Scholars Academy. So Parents if you are searching for the perfect Learning Center, you should definitely make Kid Scholars Academy your first choice!

Ida Cooper

“As a parents, we had no experience with daycare / Academy. It was difficult to choose a location. we wanted a place that would be safe, educational, and close to home. We found what we were looking for and more with Kid Scholars Academy! our son is being cared for by people that truly care about him and want to see him succeed in life. We love to hear daily about things that he is experiencing and learning. We appreciate that the teachers and staff are actually teaching and not just “watching” him. “Kid Scholars Academy you Rock!!!

State of Illinois Child Development Center

Linda Sackey

Our child has grown so much during her time here. All of the teachers she’s had so far (Ms. Tosha, Ms. Krystan, Ms. Lay, and Ms. Alma) genuinely care about the students and work hard at helping them develop. We’ve been pleasantly surprised by how much our child’s conversational and other skills have increased, and she just loves coming to the center. We highly recommend it!

Katie E. McCoy

As a first-time mom, I was initially nervous about putting my son in daycare. After visiting several places, I knew right away that this was the right fit when I met Ms.Charmaine. Her warm and comforting spirit immediately put me at ease. I absolutely love walking into the red and yellow group because of the friendly greetings from both the staff and the children. My son is in the yellow group, and I can’t say enough wonderful things about Ms. Hope and Ms. Krystan.

As an educator myself, I wouldn’t trust him with anyone else. Their patience, care, and dedication to his well-being and development are unmatched. Ms. Hope often provides me with guidance, wisdom, and words of encouragement, which I deeply value. Ms. Krystan goes above and beyond, sending me pictures throughout the day, and my son absolutely adores her! I couldn’t have asked for a better support system to help raise our son.

Cherry Ho

Five stars for us! ⭐️ Being the first daycare for my son that was turning 2 I was hoping to find a place where I would feel safe leaving him for long periods of time. Upon our visit I was happy with the levels of security provided here at the State of Illinois building. Second of all, the director, Ms. Charmaine, is someone you would want to work with because she is so professional and friendly. This was all new to me as a first time parent so being able to text and ask her questions and have that direct communication with her made such a huge difference. After coming here for almost 6 months I have nothing but great things to say. My son was able to start as soon as he turned 2. It took him a month to adjust and the teachers were all so caring and patient with him. What I appreciate the most is being able to be in the know of how his day went. I love seeing pictures of the cool activities and how much playing and learning they did throughout the day. He has learned so much since the day he started. My son learned to talk, count, and sing so many different songs. He has also made so many friends. For me, being able to have that friendly relationship with all the teachers at this school is such a blessing as well. It gives me reassurance that all the kids will be taken care of by them in a safe, loving, and welcoming environment. I highly recommend this school.

Jessica Garcia

We are extremely happy with the staff and center. And see a big change in development with our son. He loves going to school and always looks extremely happy in all the pictures that he’s in.

Yoshi H

My three-year-old son (Seigo) looked forward to attending this school every morning. It was a precious time for him to meet great friends and teachers. I am sure that the State of Illinois Child Development Center is one of the best preschools in the Chicago downtown area, considering the quality of teachers and facilities, curriculum, and cost. Teachers are professional and treat children very lovingly. They prepare weekly schedules that include art and creative expression, math, science, language, etc., which helps children widen their interests. My son’s native language is Japanese, but he became able to spell his and his friend’s names in English. Also, he mastered some Spanish. One of the unique features of the Center is its spacious rooftop playground. My son loved riding a bike there. The school also has a small rooftop garden where they grow vegetables and flowers, adding a unique and engaging aspect to the school’s activities. At the Center, we had regular conferences with the teachers, almost every three months. These conferences were a great opportunity to confirm my son’s progress and development at school and discuss any concerns we had about childcare at home. This level of parental involvement was very helpful and reassuring. I recommend the State of Illinois Child Development Center for every parent as your kids’ preschool. We were lucky to find this nursery school. It’s a very nice nursery school. If you are looking for a nursery school, please come and visit us.

Jessica Garcia

We are extremely happy with the staff and center. And see a big change in development with our son. He loves going to school and always looks extremely happy in all the pictures that he’s in.

Brittany Belle

I just want to say this place is truly a Blessing!!!!!! This daycare is literally the best! 10/10! I do recommend! Come signup your child ASAP! The staffs and director is simply the best! and the activities for the kids are very educational and the food they feed the kids is delicious lol . My daughter has autism… They assured me she will NOT be treated any different from the rest! They make sure she participate and NOT left out. I can’t even lie they taught her independence, what’s the saying go “You don’t know unless you try”. Sure enough my baby is trying everytime!!! I LOVE this daycare! My daughter has been going here for 2 years now. Literally this place has been the best 2 years of me and my daughter lives! I love you all at the State of IL Daycare. -Britt ❤️

Sakena Wright

I really love and appreciate the State of Illinois Child Development Center. It has been a great experience for my son. He was basically non verbal when he began going to the center, now his speech has definitely improved (I can’t get him to be quiet anymore.. lol) that now he knows all of his colors, ABC’s, weekdays and can count to 100. To Ms. K, Ms. Jackee, Ms. Sarah, Ms. Tasha Ms. Candice and Ms. Charmaine and anyone else that plays a role in his day to day at school, I appreciate you all!!! Thanks.

Jessica Smith

We love love love this childcare center. From the first time I spoke with Charmaine, she was warm and welcoming. We were able to tour the facility, meet the teachers got a very good feel for what a day would look like for my little one. We felt it would be a good fit and enrolled our little one. This was their first time in childcare and we had lots of questions. Charmaine answered each one in a timely fashion and we never felt as if we were annoying her. Charmaine and her staff were very helpful with setting expectations and helping our child transition from home care to the classroom setting. Our child has been here for about two months and now they run to interact with their teachers and classmates when we drop off. Ms. Angel and Ms. Krystan are so very caring and have no issue with chatting with us when we have questions. I do appreciate how they are always willing to help our little one transition into the classroom and how patient and kind they are. Our child’s social skills have increased exponentially and they are doing more and more new things each day. Of note, our little one has developmental delays and this did not shake Charmaine, nor any of the teachers. They are true educators and we are grateful we found them and trust our little one fully with them. The icing on the cake is how affordable it is even though it is in the heart of downtown Chicago and the closures are state holidays only. We are both in the banking industry and switched jobs this year before we lost a major pillar of our support system, so it was important to not have to deal with daycare closing for weeks at a time, because unfortunately we still have to work and have limited family support. If you were looking for a sign to enroll your little one, take this as the sign to do it.