"There are some staff members that go above and beyond, and others that barley make the grade. I don’t have concerns about the overall safety of my children, but the curriculum is lacking. The Director of the school does not follow through with any concerns brought up and will choose to let issues get to a pinnacle rather than being proactive."
"My son absolutely LOVES his teachers! They are very patient with him, since being diagnosed with ADHD. My son can be hard to handle at times, but his teacher is absolutely fantastic. The summer program is fantastic! He loves going on all the field trips! I never have to worry when the teachers take all the kids on trips, because they safety protocols they have in place make sure all children are accounted for at all times."
"Absolutely horrendous. Was hoping for a long lasting career and daycare for my child to stick with until he hit school. Unfortunately I was met with nothing but disappointment because this place is a complete joke and needs to be SERIOUSLY re-evaluated or shut down."
"I hate sending my kid to daycare but the staff are so kind and caring that they make me feel comfortable leaving her in their care!"
"LaPetite is great, love the staff-they are very polite and welcoming. The kids love them and being around the other kids has helped them be so outgoing. Very happy with the preschool/daycare"
"Everyone has been so welcoming and loving towards my son. The fact that when he was out sick and Sara checked in with us to see how he was doing, I can tell you guys care. I have also had multiple teachers come up and tell me how much they love my son and how they can tell that he is feeling better. I can just tell you guys really pay attention and are in tune with him. I just appreciate everyone's patience with his adjustment period and when he was sick. You guys are amazing."
"It’s changed over time. There’s been a lot of leadership and teacher changes. I remain hopeful for consistency, but still don’t know if it’s the best place. Some teachers are amazing and some just act like babysitters."
"Rocky. We’ve been through two directors and the very first one did not get us set up appropriately but we found out much later. The transition between rooms was sudden and there was no easing into it until we asked why all the sudden she was being moved without ever having been on the new room (aged up). It has seemed quite disorganized at times and SproutAbout is quite frustrating. Our child is not always checked in and the messages can get missed by staff if not seen right away. We stay because so far she has had three amazing teachers."
"Mostly good. Some issues with other students and with the hours of the school."
"From the beginning, Cherie and the staff have been excellent. I have zero complaints, nothing but positivity."
"Everyday we are greeted with a warm hello from front desk staff."
"I love how you have the STEM Curriculum and the video streaming definitely put my heart at ease.."
"Amazing teachers and a great atmosphere for my preschooler. My child has learned SO much since she started attending La Petite in Ankeny! She absolutely adores going here!"
"Our child’s main teachers have been amazing. Upfront with any issues and we share an open dialogue about our child. Something though the director in the morning seems rushed. I understand with the pandemic going on, things are tough, but being less abrasive would help."
"The teachers and director have always had great comminication with us, especially over the app. They love my child and all the other children. Every child enrolled seems to be nutured and cared for wonderfully."