"La Petite Academy in Thornton has helped my son in development of cognitive, social, emotional and motor skills. It is a clean, healthy and safe environment. Every day he learns something new, he gained new friends, all the teachers/staff are loving and nurturing. He is very happy at this school and loves going there!!"
"The 1-2 year old rooms were wonderful. Our child is only given attention when bad in the 3 year old room. Good teachers have left because they are frustrated with mean/rude teachers."
"The director is knowledgeable and concerned, and is a happy face to see each day."
"Love everyone at the school! I have twins but they don’t label them as twins - they are individuals with different needs - and the school recognizes that."
"Connie, Kim and Donna are lovely. Everyone is friendly but I feel like I don’t learn the names and then I may or may not see them again."
"great fot everything so far"
"This was a great summer camp program for my child. They always have fun field trips planned like the zoo, movie day, the nature and science museum and many more. The communication with the past director was a little rocky. I was told the school age program was full but would honor the rate I was given from the call center. My child has been the school age kids all summer but when I signed my child up, I was told they would be in the Pre K classroom because the school age class room was full. I was told I was given a deal so they Couldn’t give me a discount on my second child. So my second child never attended. Overall I’m glad to see there is a new director. The assistant director has been helpful through the transition. I’ve always had a great interaction with the new director."
"1/10 stars. Unprofessional MessyNot safe They are mean to the older kids"
“I’m sorry to hear about your recent experience. We would appreciate it if you would contact our Customer Support Team by calling 800-527-3848 to speak with a representative about your recent experience. ”
"Not wonderful communication seems to ba an ongoing issue"
"It has been amazing thus far! I truly appreciate how well treated my son is, how sweet and caring his teachers have been towards him, and how patient I'm sure they are with him. I'm also thankful they continue to work with him and teach him new things I am unable to due to work. Its truly a blessing to bring your child to a school, and feel safe leaving them there! Thank you!"
"We love the staff and the atmosphere here our kids are always excited to go and we are comfortable leaving them with any of the amazing ladies that work here. We love their new cameras and the bright wheel we can get updates and pictures of our kids throughout the day it is safe secure and has been a great place to jump start our childrens education with their core curriculum."
"Annette is by far the best teacher at La Petite. She truly makes it the amazing place that it is!"
"Terrible. This facility is awful and I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone."
"It took us - parents and kids alike - to warm up to the school. The leader teacher for the 1yo class is great, seems to genuinely enjoy our kids and is thoughtful in making their transitions throughout the day as smooth as possible. They get to experience new play activities and I am so glad they go outside so often. I have been concerned about inadequate ratios (typically at drop-off), diaper rashes from delayed diaper changes, school cleanliness, and staff turn-over in 2yo classroom and floaters."
"My children have been enrolled at La Petite for over a year. I have mixed feelings on the daycare as a whole. Pros:My children have made many friendsThey get time outside every day, weather permittingThere are some very kind teachers, including the directors.They take/pick up my school aged child from school. Which is very helpfulCons:No alternative options for meals that are provided, so if its spicy, or something my child will not eat, he goes hungry. They offer snack but sometimes its simply a boiled egg and or saltine crackers...Doesnt seem like preschool class has much direction. I dont see that my 4 year old has learned too much or progressed when it comes to ABCs, writing her name, etc.Some teachers are just not that great with kids. My older child has told me many things that they have said/done that seem very out of line with being nurturing."
"The school has been very accommodating from the start, very responsive & I appreciate that. I doubted the staff’s enthusiasm towards the kids & professionalism when parents present, which definitely could improve with some of the teachers still. My concern is cleanliness of the room/floors/toys - especially in the toddler areas."
A rep from La Petite Academy - 3900 , LearningCareGroupCL, has responded:
“We are so sorry to hear this. If you’d like to discuss your experience further, please call us at 800-527-3848. We look forward to hearing from you.”