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January 2023 by Klarice Davis
Scheduled a tour on a Thursday and went in Monday of the following week (first time able to tour). We had left work early to tour the facility. On our way there we were five minutes late due to traffic. I had called to let them know. Once we arrived the woman at the front desk continued to smile at us. Once the tour began the man let us know they were not accepting until May of 2024. The lady smiling at us continued to do so and then was like oh yeah! We are not accepting until May 2024 now. This is totally fine, I understand. However, I had spoken with her twice and called on my way there. She knew I needed August 2023. They did not tell us once about this until we got there. They had the audacity to tell us we could continue the tour. I don’t know if the goal was to get us in to still consider them or they just weren’t organized, but either way we will not be interested in using this facility.
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December 2021 by Laura Fontana
Lakeside has an amazing teacher retention rate which makes our kids feel so safe. Our boys are more motivated to learn and love going to school! Communication is wonderful with teachers and staff. Food is healthy. School is clean and safe at every turn. Potty training moves at your child's pace.
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December 2021 by Kara Garibaldi
My son was here from 7 months to almost five years old . We only left because we moved/ drive time . It was the hardest decision I ever had to make . The staff are amazing . There is nothing like walking in to drop your son off at school , when the director , owner and supervisors greet you at the door . They know your name , your history , and care about each and every kiddo . It’s that personal touch that you can’t get at a large center . This is family owned and operated . And it shows . I will never forget each and every staff member there who helped me raise son.
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December 2021 by lela dulaney
I called to get prices and everything was good to go until I said they were foster care children, all of a sudden they were booked until next December or maybe even January!?! Hmm I bet that is not the case!
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December 2020 by andrew rittgers
Lakeside is awesome. They are great with kids.
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December 2019 by A Nix
The Lakeside family has become our extended family. I surprisingly saw a negative review by a disgruntled former employee below and it prompted me to leave my 1st review. I have 3 boys. My older two have gone to different places for child care/preschool, including the prestigious Community School in Ladue. My youngest has been at Lakeside since he was an infant, now 5, heading to kindergarten. Lakeside is a safe, enriching, fun environment. Most importantly, it is a family owned-and run business with a LOVING, friendly culture. They communicate weekly lesson plans, regularly ask for feedback for improvement, and have consistent teacher continuing education. Personally, I am very pleased Lakeside owners/director do not tolerate any teacher who is not meeting their high expectations. It creates a culture of excellence and mutual respect. Highly recommend!
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December 2019 by Megan Barnes
As an early childhood specialist and elementary teacher I searched long and hard for the right place for my children. Lakeside was by far the best of the best. Our twins weren’t just watched, they were cared for and the staff became a part of our family. We loved the teachers, management and owners. I was able to return to work with peace of mind that I had found the best place for my children!
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December 2019 by Barb Ryan
Nothing is more Important than finding a safe, loving, fun, learning environment when it is necessary to find daycare for those most important to you, your children. Our family has been fortunate that Lakeside has been able to meet our various needs. Two of my grandchildren, five of my great nieces and nephews, and many of my teacher friends children have enjoyed all the opportunities available at Lakeside. Many of them have been there from infant thru pre-K and for summer school. My husband and I have visited many times throughout the years and always felt welcomed and comfortable with the staff members. We’ve trick or treated to the nursing homes, enjoyed the bubble bus, visited for grandparents day, and watched our kiddos “graduate”, among other fun times. They offer a variety of packages from full time to part time care, after school and summer camp. I particularly like the fact that the owners are on site daily, unlike many chain run daycares. They have consistent interaction with parents and in our case grandparents whenever we were on pickup. Close to Highways 270, 141 and 44 they can help with your commute time. Hope this review helps someone else find peace of mind as they entrust their children to daycare.
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December 2019 by Cindy Riordan
I love that I can just drop in anytime to visit my Granddaughter when I’m in the area and she is always smiling and having fun. Everyone is very nice no one calls ahead to say I’m coming to visit. That tells me what I see is the way Lakeside operates on a daily basis. It makes my heart feel really good knowing she is being so well taken care of and is happy there
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December 2018 by Jessica Sierawski
We absolutely love Lakeside. They make you feel like family and truly care about your children. I highly recommend them to anyone needing a trustworthy children's academy.
