Bright Little Minds Preschool & Daycare

My son is 3 and has been coming to Bright Little Minds for almost a year now. It's his first exposure to a school environment, and we were initially very nervous about how he would transition. Ms. Ivy and all the teachers have been so supportive and patient! They send daily pictures of him and updates when he naps/eats so we can better plan his schedule. The pictures really help put me at ease, and of course, I save them all! I'm constantly amazed by how much he has grown and learned over the last 9-10 months. So far, he has: - Potty trained successfully - Made friends! I'm so happy he looks forward to seeing his friends and teacher everyday. He knows all their names and talks about them every night - Learned to write his name - Draw pictures (self portraits) - He really enjoys reading and tries to read/learn the letters on his own - Gained confidence in himself, he used to be scared of people (pandemic baby) but now he's chatty to all our friends and neighbors Thank you Bright Little Minds for instilling the endless curiosity and confidence and providing a safe environment for our kids!

I had a chance to send my daughter here for a short time. However, due to unforeseen circumstances unrelated to the school, we had to withdraw her early. Below is my review based on the time she was here: 1. Effective communication: - Ms. Ivy, the school director, deserves special mention for her kindness and accommodation. She was always approachable and understanding, addressing any concerns or questions we had promptly. Her warm demeanor and genuine care for the children created a welcoming atmosphere within the school community. - The school uses the bright wheel app that keep me informed about my child's activities and progress at school. Their efforts to create a partnership between parents and educators demonstrated a genuine commitment to the children's success. 2. Stimulating educational program: - The school's curriculum is thoughtfully designed, providing a balance between academic and play-based learning. The engaging activities and age-appropriate materials used in the classrooms sparked my daughter's curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. - Circle time, where they sing songs, is a delightful part of the daily routine. My daughter loved participating in these sessions and would often come home singing the songs she learned at school. - The incorporation of art and crafts activities further nurtured my daughter's creativity and self-expression. She eagerly shared her artwork with me, showing pride in her creations. - The inclusion of structured lunchtime allowed my daughter to develop independence and social skills. She learned table manners and enjoyed sharing meals with her peers, fostering a sense of community. - The availability of a designated playground time offered valuable opportunities for physical activity and outdoor play. The playground is big. I do wish they had swings because my daughter loves swings. :) Even though my daughter's time at the school was regrettably brief, the positive experiences she had during that period left a lasting impression on both her and me. I want to express my gratitude to Ms. Ivy and the entire staff for their dedication and the care they provided for my daughter while she was here.

My little ones LOVE this preschool! Caring teachers and creative classes. It’s really hard to find teachers that are really care about kids. I would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to the school, the teachers, and the staff for providing our children with a quality education and a nurturing environment over the past years. We appreciate all the patient, hard work and dedication put forth by everyone in the school community. We have enjoyed being a part of Bright little minds Preschool & Daycare and have cherished the experiences that our children have had here. We wish the school continued success!

My son has been coming here for the last 9 months since he turned 2 years old. Ms Ivy the director was informative and kind from the beginning and was happy to answer any questions I had about their curriculum. The head teachers Ms Ellen and Ms Liza as well as all the support staff have been amazing with my son through his transitioning into school. They were calm and assuring whenever he had a rough time during drop off and helped guide me as a first time parent along the way with any behavioral issues that came up. They would send me pictures once he calmed down (usually just a few minutes later) using their daycare app to let me know he is doing fine. I noticed almost immediately after starting here, my son began enjoying the process of cleaning up and putting things back in order where they belong. He has also become fluent in his ABCs, 123s, loves singing songs and talking about what he played with at school. Overall I feel the staff at BLM really care about both child and parent and have done an excellent job not only teaching academics but providing an environment for my son where he can grow as an individual and enjoy learning.

Hi Miss Ivy. I just wanted to let you know that I have decided to continue our search for a school in the area. At the beginning of our tour on Friday with you, I was really impressed with your facility, and the space and the curriculum you presented. However, the last few moments when we observed the playground painted a much different picture of what happens when the instructors think no one is watching, and I was both shocked and alarmed at how one of your instructors was verbally berating and shouting at one of the students on the playground. In the moment, I was too stunned to address the behavior of the adult (who I believe was introduced to us at the beginning of the tour as my son’s potential teacher), but after taking the weekend to process what I witnessed, I feel it necessary to say something. As a former instructor and teacher myself, I know it can be draining and frustrating dealing with the behavior of children all day. They often don’t listen, exhibit behaviors that we as adults can view as inappropriate or “wrong”, and it can be hard to find patience. But to yell at a child is also wrong. It is our jobs to walk away, take a deep breath, and teach. To find the maturity to deal with frustrating behaviors with patience and to give our children grace. Not everyone is meant to teach, and not everyone has the patience and emotional maturity necessary to deal with the daily stress that comes with being around children all day. As a parent who was ready to sign my child up at your school, and who would have, had I not seen and heard that teacher yelling at that student, I would encourage you to have a talk with her. Or find someone who is able to walk away and control their anger when kids get frustrating. If that was my child being spoken to like that by someone who is supposed to be nurturing them and protecting them when I am not there? I would be heartbroken. I am heartbroken for that family. For that child who has to endure the emotional stress of an adult meant to nurture and protect her, yelling at her, shaming her, and berating her for being a child. For making a mistake. That’s not what school is for. That’s not what a teacher’s job is. I am glad I saw what I saw. Because if I hadn’t? That could be my kid being yelled at for being a kid. Or making a mistake. And I would have had no idea that when I’m at work and trusting that he’s safe and being cared for by Bright Little Minds, that his teachers are actually using their authority when they think no one is watching to yell at him and make him feel small and worthless.

My son has gone here since he was 2. He is turning 5 this year. We love all the teachers, they take great care of the kids, my son has learned so much here.

We were referred to this place by a friend. Our daughter started at the daycare a few months ago and we cannot be happier. It is very close to our home and the tuition is reasonable. We love all the teachers and so does our daughter. What is nice about this daycare compared to others is the small class sizes and the personal attention the children receive. Our daughter was in the final stages of potty training when we enrolled her and we were concerned she may digress with the new transition. We had nothing to worry about because the teachers helped her become fully potty trained in no time! The daycare has a small toilet and sink for the little ones to take bathroom breaks. The patience and care they provide is priceless. I definitely recommend this daycare for your little one.

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