iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%74+40.4Reliability 24%56+13.6Value 14%85+12Replies to reviews 7%90+6.4Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 72Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.72SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#103 of 138 preschoolsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 26%
4.8★★★★★41 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
10%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness, low student-to-teacher ratios, and curriculum-based activities that support developmental milestones. Parents frequently praise the staff's warmth, consistent communication via apps, and professional handling of special needs. However, a minority of negative reviews criticize management for imposing strict rules, responding defensively to concerns, and removing critical feedback from the platform.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 41 reviews (93% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 41 Google reviews (35 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 24% of reviews.
Most recent review: June 9, 2026.
Service: Preschool serving Brookhaven, Georgia.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other preschools
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: reliability.
This companyPreschools median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Caterpillar International Academy: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.B
74
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Caterpillar International Academy: 56/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.C
56
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Caterpillar International Academy: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
98
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Caterpillar International Academy: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
85
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Caterpillar International Academy: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Caterpillar International Academy: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 51.A
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Star ratings
41 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars3893%
4 stars00%
3 stars12%
2 stars00%
1 star25%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 35 written reviews
100%praise
Praise40100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude1845%
Would recommend615%
Communication513%
Quality & results410%
Speed & response410%
Honesty & trust38%
What customers talk about
We read 35 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“From the very beginning, the staff has been warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring.”
“I would highly recommend CIA to anyone looking for a great daycare/school for their little one!”
“I also appreciate the communication from the staff they keep parents informed and involved, which builds a lot of trust.”
“My son’s preschool has truly been a wonderful experience for our family.”
“Most importantly, the administration and teachers are always responsive, professional, and kind.”
“I honestly couldn’t ask for a better place to send my little after school.”
People customers mention
Breona7 reviews
Jalisa3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Omowunmi3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Caterpillar International Academy is an amazing school. The teachers are very intentional with teaching, and my son loves going to school every day because of the fun and educational activities. Highly recommended!
Reasonable price
Ritika1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
This review is long overdue. My child has been going to caterpillar since he was 18 months old and today was his last day at the school summer camp (he’s 4 now). He absolutely loves his teachers and everything about CIA. It’s been a pleasure to watch him grow and learn so much at caterpillar. He’s made great friends…
Ellie5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Caterpillar Academy has wonderful teachers, awesome staff members, alway warm welcomes from Ms.Leah when you walk in and great director Ms.Breona. She has done an amazing job. She makes our family feel welcomed and communicates with us if she has any questions about our child especially having a child with autism.…
Bita1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
We had a great time at Caterpillar. Definitely recommend!
The director is the best.
The front desk staff and teachers are very nice and friendly.
Linda6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Caterpillar International Academy is not just a school for your little ones, is home for them. The love and care of the teachers and staffs are extraordinary. My daughter wake up every day looking forward to be in school, she had so much fun.
adrienneeej17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Absolutely love CIA! This was my daughter’s first childcare experience and she learned so much. She reached many milestones while here and I know it’s because of the amazing teachers and staff.
My son’s preschool has truly been a wonderful experience for our family. From the very beginning, the staff has been warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring. It’s clear that they love what they do, and that energy reflects in how they treat each child.
The teachers are patient, attentive, and dedicated to helping the kids learn and grow at their own pace. I’ve seen so much positive development in my son socially, emotionally, and academically since he started attending. He comes home excited to share what he’s learned each day, which means everything to me as a parent.
The environment is clean, safe, and full of engaging activities that keep the children interested and motivated. I also appreciate the communication from the staff they keep parents informed and involved, which builds a lot of trust.
Overall, I’m so grateful we found this preschool. It’s comforting to know my son is in such a nurturing and supportive place where he can thrive and be happy.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Omowunmi Sanya3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Omowunmi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Caterpillar International Academy is an amazing school. The teachers are very intentional with teaching, and my son loves going to school every day because of the fun and educational activities. Highly recommended!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Brittney Hill Caulton1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Brittney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We are so glad we found Caterpillar International Academy!
As parents, we were very nervous about our daughter going to daycare. But since her very first week, we felt welcomed, supported, and confident that our daughter would thrive.
The daycare feels bright and engaging, and the teachers go above and beyond in both care and education. The daycare is also very clean and has a welcoming atmosphere. Most importantly, the administration and teachers are always responsive, professional, and kind.
We also love the fact the daycare and curriculum has a whole child development approach. The curriculum is fun and engaging, while incorporating international perspectives. Our little one’s cognitive, social, and emotional skills have blossomed since starting over a year ago. It's exciting to see our daughter's growth and confidence! We have since recently just enrolled our 4-month old son, and we are looking forward to his continued growth and development too.
If you’re looking for more than just a “daycare”, but a place where your child(ren) will be nurtured and learn, we wholeheartedly recommend Caterpillar International Academy. We couldn’t ask for better!
Ritika Pareek1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Ritika has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This review is long overdue. My child has been going to caterpillar since he was 18 months old and today was his last day at the school summer camp (he’s 4 now). He absolutely loves his teachers and everything about CIA. It’s been a pleasure to watch him grow and learn so much at caterpillar. He’s made great friends and he adores his teachers. Ms Bre (the owner) is very professional and kind. I would highly recommend CIA to anyone looking for a great daycare/school for their little one!
Ellie Perez (Ellie)5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ellie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Caterpillar Academy has wonderful teachers, awesome staff members, alway warm welcomes from Ms.Leah when you walk in and great director Ms.Breona. She has done an amazing job. She makes our family feel welcomed and communicates with us if she has any questions about our child especially having a child with autism. As a parent, it’s our obligation to communicate and find ways to work together, knowing that our children spend majority of their time in these facilities. And they do just that! Hands-down they’re an amazing place and We started coming summer break. We will be continue coming for the school year. 10/10
Bita Moayeri1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Bita has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Caterpillar International Academy is not just a school for your little ones, is home for them. The love and care of the teachers and staffs are extraordinary. My daughter wake up every day looking forward to be in school, she had so much fun.
Mariam S.Local Guide · 75 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mariam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have tried posting this review a couple of times, but the business keeps getting it taken down, which makes me wonder how many other reviews have been taken down. And thus, how accurate the high rating of this school is.
My experience at this school was nothing short of a nightmare. Only 5 days at this school, and I could not bear sending my child for another day. My child was miserable and did not want to go. I promised to find him another school on what ended up being his last day. Every day my child was here, I was filled with anxiety. The school would berate us with complaints over the most insignificant issues all throughout the day. The day before I pulled my son out, the school contacted us 3x over one tiny issue (during school hours, at pick up, and then again late in the evening). I begged the owner to recognize how anxiety-riddling this was. In response, the very next day, the owner moved my child to a lower-level class without my consent — punishing an innocent child purely out of spite. I felt so much hostility from this school and its owner. I did not hear one neutral, let alone kind, word about my son. They never reassured us that he was happy, cared for, or fulfilled. Now I know it is because he wasn’t.
I am a licensed attorney and mental health counselor. My job is to read people for a living. With that being said, I would not have enrolled my son had I met the owner during the tour — her hostility is palpable. I’m so glad I pulled my child out before he sensed how unwelcome and unloved he was here. Learn from my experience: send your child where they will be loved, nurtured, and appreciated. This school wanted us to kowtow to their every demand and do their jobs for them. This is a factory school that churns out institutionalized zombies. They do not want bright, curious children; they want submissive parents who make their payments on time and make their jobs easier. These years of child development are priceless, and no school has the right to rob children of their beautiful spirits.
Breona/the owner, please seek counseling ❤️
**Update: the Georgia's Department of Early Care and Learning is now looking into the school for the aforementioned violations. Check out indeed for employee reviews on the owner/school. Best believe if the teachers are miserable, our children will be too. Stay woke parents ⭐️
Response from the owner · a year ago
We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience at our school didn’t meet your expectations. At Caterpillar International Academy, our goal is always to partner with families to provide a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate environment where children can thrive; not just academically, but socially and emotionally.
After observing your child, our experienced team made a developmentally informed decision to transition him into a classroom that better supported his current readiness level. This was not done out of spite, but rather out of care and a commitment to setting each child up for success. We did attempt to discuss this with you the morning of the transition, but unfortunately, you opted to drop your child off at the front door without speaking to us. We communicated openly with you throughout the enrollment about your child’s adjustment, eating habits, and how we could support him together; including suggestions on meals that aligned with our safety policies and nutrition guidelines.
We understand it can be difficult when expectations don’t align, and we wish you had been open to our efforts to collaborate. While our approach may not have been the right fit for your family, our intention was never to make you or your child feel unwelcome. We take pride in creating a learning environment rooted in structure, empathy, and communication.
We sincerely wish your son all the best in his next school experience and hope he finds a place that meets both his needs and yours.
adrienneeej17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews adrienneeej has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Absolutely love CIA! This was my daughter’s first childcare experience and she learned so much. She reached many milestones while here and I know it’s because of the amazing teachers and staff.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're honored to have been part of your daughter’s growth and first school experience. Watching her reach milestones brought us so much joy. 💚
S BLocal Guide · 78 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews S has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our young daughter went here for a few years and it has been by far the best school we could’ve put her into! With engaging curriculum, consistent updates, and encouragement for the children to enjoy and be themselves through learning, our daughter thrived. We were so heartbroken to leave due to a military move, but know this center will only continue to grow. Thank you to all the teachers and staff- and specifically for Ms. Breona who runs this daycare with passion and love for the children.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for your heartfelt message! It was a true joy having your daughter with us! Her light and personality are truly missed already. We’re so proud of her growth and grateful for the time we shared. Wishing your family the very best in this next chapter! 💚
