Kiddie Kollege Kindergarten

4319 W Fair Oaks Ave, Tampa, FL 33611, USA

Address:	4319 W Fair Oaks Ave, Tampa, FL 33611, USA
Phone:	+1 813-837-4444
Rating:	3.6

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Ea Goz

I am a grandmother and recommended Kiddie Kollege to my daughter ,I was there when My grandson was registered as I checked the place and I really liked it. I lived around the daycare when my own kids were kids.I was the one they had walk through daycare while my daughter was working so I gave my approval to my daughter. I was on the list to be allowed to pick up my grandson I did one day and the staff knew I am. So a week later I had to file a petition to have my daughter mentally evaluated because of disturbing behavior , the police and Children protective services gave me permission to pickup my grandchild from there.I had the papers to prove my daughter was being evaluated. When I called to tell them one of the staff members was very sarcastic and rude and said my daughter had called and taken me of the list , I told them I had permission from authorities and I had proof, she said ok call in 20 minutes so I did. The owner took my call and was very rude he said I am the owner, I said yes I know my daughter told me the owner is a man. He said to me I saw you in a white pick-up truck parked around premises and looking around,I said exactly I was picking up my grandson because I was authorized to. And I am authorized, I am concerned about the person my daughter is authorizing to pick him up as you do not know the circumstances. He was very very rude and seemed to care about the money he gets paid then my grandson. I had stated there was a child protective services investigation going on and he did not seem to consider my words @ all. So I said to him if a murderer picks up my child and hurts him I will blame you. So I hung up. Be very cautious where you place yor children I worked @ daycares and witnessed teacher being abusive to children and had to report them.

Elyse Bell

Im incredibly happy with Kiddie Kollege! My son is one of those kids that doesnt like people easily, but after 3 weeks, he stopped crying at drop off and even REACHES for his teachers. He was at a home daycare for almost three months prior and never got to that point. My MIL lived with us for almost six months and he never liked her! Hes not had any diaper rash. Hes always clean and happily playing when I go for pick up (and always random times due to my bizarre work schedule). All of the teachers in his clas (12-24months) are great. A couple of days after he started, one teacher (Sabrina) asked me if my son liked singing and she even knew his favorite song! I really appreciated this small detail, it shows that the children get individual attention. Alex the lead teacher is wonderful and patient and my son loves her as well. I would be really annoyed if dealing with a parent like me (haha!), but theyre all sweet! :) ** edited to add: My sons behavior has also improved. What actually prompted me to review is the fact that he helped me clean up his toys yesterday! Also hes better with diaper changes and washing his face and hands. He has learned some annoying words (no and mine), but hes also singing and doing the motions for many more songs and even singing his ABCs at 18 months! His teachers told me that he loves their circle time and it shows.

Joe L

Kiddie Kollege is an outstanding facility. There is little to no staff turn-around and some have been there twenty years. They all know each child personally as well as who is authorized to pick up. We are extremely impressed with the training and experience of the staff. We were also amazed at just how well our child adapted to and performed in VPK. The teachers are very involved with the children and are well respected by the kids. Weve never seen or even heard of any events involving unruliness by other kids or rough play. The playground is very safe and better than any daycare facility in south Tampa. We have personal experience with other facilities and have researched probably a dozen more and can say unquestionably that we have complete trust in Kiddie Kollege and would recommend this facility to anyone. As to the other comment complaining about pick up policies, the school did the right thing. Court papers can be easily forged although not typical and without other clearance or authorization it was ethically and legally proper to deny pick up from anyone not authorized or on the pick up list, especially since there was an ongoing child protective services investigation. It is always better to be safe than sorry until the particulars are figured out - the childrens safety is always first.

Stephanie Poyner

My daughter has been at Kiddie Kollege for nearly a year. I am a certified teacher and my childrens education and care are a priority for me. At Kiddie Kollege, the staff turn over is very low. Many of the teachers have been there for years, which says a lot to the management. They have shaded areas for the children to play during the hot summers as well as many activities planned for summer for ages 4 and up. When I Googled South Tampa Childcare, Kiddie Kollege did not even come up. I found out about it from my neighbor soon after relocating to Tampa from KY. She loved the place for both of her children who are now in school. I checked it out. I am tickled pink with the amount of progress my daughter is making towards VPK next year. She also comes home with great art and singing songs that I have never heard before. (both art and music can dramatically improve reading skills later and should be part of any preschool curriculum) I have another new set of neighbors across the street, they also chose Kiddie Kollege and are pleased with it as well.

Triscia Catalano

Would give 0 stars if I could!! Had my son in this daycare for over a year. They called me almost weekly to pick him up because he was sick but when I got there and for the remainder of the day he was fine. My son got injured, nose bleed, swollen and bruised nose and I wasnt notified until 3 hours later. Would often arrive to pick up my son and find him separated from the other children for no apparent reason and When I addressed my concerns with the director she told me to find another center and he wasnt welcome back. Absolutely disgusted by the lack of care they provided my son and how instead of working with a parent they just tell you to go somewhere else.

Sonya Rios

The owners/directors are rude and uncaring. They would put a 5 month old down in the crib with a bottle which is not allowed at any reputable daycare. Would not recommend this place! Find another daycare!