Schools near Odessa, FL

“I have been to keystone children academy during the summer for a very long time and the employees are nice to the kids (me) and to the parents. during the summer the kids would go on field trips such as bowling or skating which was fun. my only two complaints about the place is that they have one water fountain in the whole inside of the building which is not accessible to the kids in the room so they ether let you go get water with a teacher or they will tell you to grab a cup and drink out of the sink which the sink water Is fine (at least while I was there) or you could just bring a water bottle. and the play ground that they play on for the after schoolers is very moldy and is dirty. (while I was there) overall, it is a good place where the employees are friendly and you do fun activities and crafts and have fun with the kid and they let you bring tablets also but no phones they also give food which is mid at best in my opinion as a child there and has been there for more than 3 years i can say the price you pay is what you get. (good value)”

“Amazing teachers and staff. All four of my kids went to this school and it’s always such a happy, positive, caring and loving experience. Love love love Ms P and Ms Shriya! ♥️”

“We have enjoyed this past year immensely. The teachers treat our kids (ages 5, 4 & 3) with a tremendous amount of love and attention. The staff and administrators are quick to answer questions and address issues with grace and tact. The teachers seem to enjoy their jobs, as we are always greeted with smiles. Did I mention they provide lunch, snacks and after school pickup? What more can busy parents ask for in a great facility? Playtime Learning Academy is a wonderful choice.”

“If I could give 10* I would!This place has it all. Friendly environment, super super clean, organized, teachers have been there for awhile, friendly staff, structured, and they provide the food that is made in their kitchen and so much more! My son came from a school where he was getting bit a lot..which then he picked up the bad habit unfortunately. He has not bitten or got bitten once here! That goes to show you its how the school is ran from teachers to director to curriculum. A++ HERE Firm believer you get what you pay for. This place is worth every penny! So glad we found this location and school ?”

“Discovery Point has been amazing with our son. We are truly thankful for the leadership, teachers and staff and the care that they provide. My husband and I know that our son is in the best hands at Discovery Point.”

“Fantastic school!! I don’t know anyone that goes there that doesn’t love it ❤️ I transferred my then three year old from a school where he was one of 22 kids. Had issues with potty training (he was soiled when I picked him up from his old daycare several times) wee kids have much smaller classrooms, really nice, large playgrounds, and I have LOVED every teacher!! They are truly amazing!! A couple weeks after arriving, my oldest when poop in the potty for the first time at school (one of the happiest days of my life ?) my almost two year old has been attending since he was a baby and I wouldn’t trust my kids with anyone else!!”

“We absolutely LOVED this school/daycare. We were a little nervous when we switched from the last daycare to here, but are so glad we did! My only regret is we didn't start here sooner. Our son had Ms. Betty as a teacher and she showed love and patience to all of the kids. Everyone at the Trinity location are kind and seem happy and that they enjoy working there. The curriculum matches the needs of the age group and helped our 4 year old thrive. I wish they offered schooling for all ages because we would never leave!”

“I highly recommend this place. My daughter really started talking since coming here. She has really grown thanks to the staff. They are constantly informing me of everything. Ashley is very understanding of my daughters medical issues and works with me. I never had any issue. A absolute mothers dream place for their child. They are strict on safety and I love that. Staff are amazing and kind.”

“Best school of westchase area. My daughter goes for vpk. All teachers are very good & friendly. Specially, miss Henney & miss shree is very good teacher. She has very good experience to teach for vpk students.”

“By far the best facility when it comes to childcare! The staff here is supportive and caring, allowing the children and parents to feel right at home. This was particularly important because we were nervous about sending our son to preschool. The staff took us with open arms and helped ease our fears. I have always felt that my son is happy, healthy, safe, and LOVED. The level of care and concern for children's and their families' well-being is awesome. This preschool has the best, most caring, and loving teachers. Ms. Doris and Ms. Clara (one-year-old class) are phenomenal. I can't say enough how much my family and I are thankful for them and all they do! Their curriculum is awesome and my son learns so much! He looks forward to attending preschool each day. The administration is also top-tier! Ms. D (Director) and Ms. Scarlett are great and attentive. I couldn't imagine my son anywhere else. I wish that I could give more than 5 stars! Thank you Childlife Preschool for everything!”

“I kept my daughter at home for the first two years of her life with a nanny. We toured many daycares. However, the moment we walked into the doors of Storybook, it was an easy decision. It gave us warm and fuzzy feeling. My daughter has been showered with love and affections from the teachers. There isn’t turn over of teachers. She’s learned so much and is talking more. She positively talks about her teachers and friends at home. They’ve helped us with potty training. Meals are provided. I can’t say enough good things about this school. I highly recommend Storybook.”

“It seems like yesterday I remember I brought my shy little girl to Mrs. Sihweil ’s class. It was after a negative experience at another school. My daughter never wanted to go to any school, ever again. I was so lost. She was so scared. She was afraid to look at people in the eyes. I promised my daughter to stay in the parking lot and take her home if she was unhappy. Mrs. Sihweil reassured me that she completely understands me as a teacher and as a mother.My daughter came out smiling when I picked her up, and few weeks later, she didn’t want to leave school! Fast forward to May. My girl advanced academically to be in the second semester of second grade level reading and mathematics, won an award for being a superb speaker, and doing a graduation speech in front of all of the parents/classmates.If you ask any parent in her class, they would tell you a similar story. Mrs. Sihweil is the teacher that every parent dreams their child will have. A teacher who builds confidence and instills the joy of learning.My husband and I want to express gratitude from the bottom of our heart to Mrs.Sihweil, Ms. Jill, Ms. Souza, and the entire Primrose team for their support, kindness, and understanding. They really make every kid feel special, unique, understood, and safe. This school is beautiful. When you enter the school, you are greeted with friendly smiling faces and a relaxed, spa-like atmosphere. They celebrate every holiday and every child. I would not change a single thing about this school. What they did for my girl was priceless. Thank you from the bottoms of our hearts!Natalya and Joseph Dryer”

“The 2023-2024 school year was an incredible year, my daughter just finished her VPK and it has been the best experience for her. She had excellent teachers, Ms. Mary and Ms. Jenny, they will be in my daughter's heart and in us forever. Thank you for your dedication, love and professionalism with which you do your job. I just have to thank you and tell you that we are going to miss you. Thank you.”

“Friendly staff, nice little gym, and good wifi. My son attends the daycare and it actually costs less to get a membership to the JCC for the daycare member rate than the membership so it was a no brainer to get one even if I never used it. Well, turns out since I work from home, using this as an office away from home has become incredibly useful. First of all parking is a breeze. They have a giant parking lot so I'm never worried about finding a space. There are a good amount of trees so some spots are shaded. You need a badge to get in the first door to the reception area and then to get to the rest of the building. The front desk is always super nice. They have fruit infused water for anyone who is thirsty. Once you walk through the second set of doors more often than not you'll find me. There are three tables with a couple chairs around each and they are almost never in use. I have never seen all three tables being used. There is also a TV that is playing the news. Most people belong here for the gym. The classes seem to be geared towards an older clientele. They have childcare, which is an older woman who seems like she is a grandma herself. I've never seen her watching more than two children at a time. The gym has tvs, ellipticals, treadmills, a weight area, etc. It isn't that big, but it has all the necessities for a good work out. There is a sauna and locker rooms. Even though everything is definitely on the older side, it is all clean. The other thing I love about these facilities are there are two tables with huge umbrellas outside. They also stream music outside, usually classic hits. The wifi is more spotty there, but it is a nice alternative if the weather is pleasant. I'll continue to belong as long as my son attends the pre school here.”

“I could honestly write a novel, but I'll keep it short. I couldn't be happier with my experience with this Kindercare. Lily, the director, and all the teachers are amazing. They're attentive to the babies/kids, have great communication, and really make me feel at ease knowing my baby is being taken care of. He gets excited when we walk through the door and that says a lot. Highly recommend!”

“We moved from Minnesota to Florida and were nervous about choosing a VPK. We toured St. Thomas as a dear friend recommended it but also toured various other schools. Our daughter, 4-years at the time said "Mommy, this is the one, I love it." Now 10 months later she is graduating and we are so sad to leave. This school is like a family; it's wonderful!”

“We have two children enrolled here. We've been apart of the infant, preschool, and prek classrooms. The caring, comforting demeanor of the staff—both classroom and administrative—is what sets Primrose School of Carrollwood apart. I truly appreciate how the classroom staff communicates and keeps us informed (both in person and through the app) of the overall well-being of our children and the learning that takes place throughout the day. The other aspect that I find great value in is the curriculum’s focus upon social emotional learning. I could go on and on! We feel so fortunate to be apart of the Primrose family!”

“Our son attended Smart start for three years before starting kindergarten, and we couldn’t have been happier with our experience. I toured three other local schools prior to choosing this school. From the moment we walked in, it felt like a second home. The teachers are incredibly caring and dedicated, treating each child with love and respect. They truly go above and beyond to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and eager to learn.The sense of community at smart start is like no other. The staff works together seamlessly, creating a family-like atmosphere. We always felt confident that he was in good hands, surrounded by people who genuinely cared about his well-being and development.We highly recommend Smart start to any parents looking for a loving, supportive, and enriching environment for their child.”

“This is a great daycare with staff that truly care for children that attend. I looked at the other reviews and noticed all the poor reviews seem to come from the same person or family. All their other reviews are for the same exact restaurants/ locations.”

“The VPK program was so good. Ms. Nesrin Edward and Ms. Nevein are so caring and organized so many activities for the kids. They really care about engaging the kids and teaching. Our daughter really flourished this year.”

“My experience as a mother was the best. My daughter came from another Day Care where she cried just naming the place.Started to do their VPK course, really the best place.Just knowing that she is happy and happy is what warms my soul!The care of all the teachers and her learning was the best since she did not speak English! The best of the best!”