Simply Play
| Address: | 3818 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA |
| Phone: | +1 910-791-0022 |
| Site: | playsimplyplay.com |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
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Jana Hudson
My 3 boys went here for a short period i enjoyed it alot and they seemed to enjoy going as well however I got a bit leery the more I thought about the rather nonexistent security system in place to protect the children and staff after a break-in just next door. Its in a parking lot with many other businesses and heavy foot traffic, in this day and time its mandatory to have better security measures. Anyone could walk right in and try to harm the staff or the kids. I feel as if a locked, secure, door that requires an employee to buzz you in is a must at any childcare facility drop-in or full time, I also would like to know that not just anyone could walk in and check my kids out, the staff members are very kind and friendly but they dont seem concerned with who is doing the checking out. On one occasion we dropped our boys off, I was the one to sign them in however my husband (whom the the staff had never met) went in to pick the boys up he wasnt IDd, they didnt verify he was their parent, no phone call to me to make sure this was okay, nothing! In most cases I would inform the staff if someone else were going to pick them up and Im sure other parents would do the same but this particular time I didnt but all it takes is one time to mistakenly send your child off with a stranger.(You can deny it and say "what child would willingly go with a complete stranger?!" but it happens all the time) I realize the goal is to create a fun, easy atmosphere for kids and parents and thats wonderful Im also not bashing the company as I said before the staff was very friendly, my kids seemed to enjoy it tremendously however the safety of the children should be priority number one!
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Heather Sznurkowski
I have been bringing my daughter to Simply Play, for several years now. She is always extremely happy to hear she is going there, a very tell tale sign on her time when I am not there. All the girls, including the owner, have made her feel very welcome. They have always been friendly, engaged and professional. After coming just a couple times, she was recognized and called by her name before I signed her in, another telling sign that she was well cared for. Simply play is provides a clean and safe environment for those days when you need to drop off your little one, lunch is an added bonus. The other review that mentioned serving pizza everyday for lunch and dinner should look into a preschool facility--not a drop in daycare because unless you are leaving your child there all day every day the fact that pizza is their choice of food wouldnt matter. I simply love simply play!
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Kristy Carter
I took my son to Simply Play for the first time last week. He is usually very apprehensive about "new" things and places so I was a little nervous about dropping him off. When we walked in the door, Jodi and her staff immediately walked over and welcomed him. He jumped right in and went to play with the other kids there. As an educator I was impressed with the variety of things to play with and do. The toys and environment were all clean and well taken care of. The different areas were great allowing the kids many different places to play. When I returned he was upset with me because he did not want to leave. I will DEFINITELY be taking him again very soon! What a great resource for our community and working moms and dads!!!
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Katie Hildreth
My son loves this place! The Simply Play staff always makes us feel welcome. He has so much fun, that sometimes he doesnt want to leave and asks to go back on a regular basis. The facility is clean and welcoming, a perfect playhouse for little kids. We had his birthday party there last winter and it was a big hit. The staff was so helpful. Love, love, love this place!
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Melissa Barberich
My daughter Addyson LOVES Simply Play and the entire staff! The remodel is absolutely wonderful! So many activities for your child, so there is never an opportunity for the "Im bored." Simply Play is very clean, the staff is awesome, and their hours are very convenient. I love that I can drop Addyson off knowing that she is safe and is going to have a great time!
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Jodie Sperry
My three boys have been attending Simply Play since it has opened. I love this place. My experience has always been positive. As an overprotective mother, this is the only place I trust when I have to use a drop-in care service. The girls that care for my children have been warm and caring.
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Anonymous User
I would rate mediocre at best. The actual place is clean and pretty, but the staff doesnt really seem like they enjoy children, or their parents. My child has done great with other drop ins and was upset the last time I dropped him off. I wont be using them again.
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Wes Mankin
I have been taking my 4yr old son and 2yr old daughter here for awhile. The environment is always clean and the people are always nice. Very happy with the service they provide.
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Ian Draughn
Just started going here. What an awesome place! Really nice staff! If you want a peace of mind while you are at work, this is the place!
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Amy Nelson
Great great place!! Just great! Keep up the great work!!