Reviewers praise the organization's affordable programs for youth development, college preparation, and leadership skills, noting the facility's ample parking and supportive staff. Recurring themes highlight the educational value of specific classes and the organization's role in empowering local families. However, some customers criticize communication issues, specifically citing unreturned calls and unclear registration deadlines that prevented enrollment. One review also mentions internal staff treatment concerns.
Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 92 reviews (83% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 92 Google reviews (37 with written comments, 3 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 20, 2026.
Service: Child Development Center serving Indianapolis, Indiana.
Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.
Star ratings
92 Google reviews we collected
4.7of 5
5 stars7683%
4 stars910%
3 stars33%
2 stars11%
1 star33%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 37 written reviews
100%praise
Praise14100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
5topics
Staff & attitude643%
Quality & results321%
Price & value214%
Would recommend214%
Honesty & trust17%
What customers talk about
We read 37 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Thank you for caring about the success of our children and community.”
“We have been blessed to be recipients of all the outstanding work that CLD does.”
“This is a wonderful organization that focuses on kids development for an affordable price.”
“I definitely recommend the Center for Leadership Development!”
“The leaders are very open, honest and "real.”
People customers mention
Discovery3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
This is a wonderful organization that focuses on kids development for an affordable price. We recently attended an orientation and the president shared some true meaningful words that the room needed to hear. Looking forward to my Son’s success this summer.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
We are so glad you've had a good experience with our organization. Looking forward to being a part of your son's development.
Ann BrownLocal Guide · 203 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ann has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great place for college preparation for first generation, inner-city youth. My daughter is not a first gen, but she attends the Precious Miss workshop for minority girls. She has learned to "flex her melanin" from the many Afro-centric professionals that volunteer to help these girls find their own inner beauty. This is my second child to cross through their doors. They also offer a program for boys, tutoring, mentoring and college counseling. Scholarships for private schools and colleges are available to participants.
Just updating this post...my daughter is now in a junior in high school. She is participating in the Self-Discovery/ Career Exploration Program. The program is aimed at assisting youth with finding the right pathway towards their future. Why become a nurse if you are really destined to be a doctor? Students explore careers in various positions. This is the first program for the Energing Scholars Scholarship. Still a great program!
Teresa Clay, ABOCLocal Guide · 170 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Teresa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
CLD is a pillar in the community that supports families educational goals. My family is better because of the wonderful things we’ve learned through CLD.
Nancy SmithLocal Guide · 83 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Nancy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
A non-profit organization with a mission to make a difference - and they do, with their dedicated staff, volunteers, and their terrific programs and services. Lovely facility, ample parking.
HM PurnellLocal Guide · 47 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews HM has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I tried to register my son for the program in October. I was advised that the registration was closed for the Fall season. I was told that I could register my son for Spring 2024 starting December 1, 2023 only to find out that registration and resources for his graduation class was permanently closed. I was never told this in October nor is there any information online about deadlines. Very disappointed because the person I spoke with was the Assistant Director and she really didn’t seem to care about the issue nor did she apologize for not providing me with the details and information in October when we spoke. My inquiry included the details of why I wanted to register my son and why it was important!
Rancia Vohito7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rancia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have been blessed to be recipients of all the outstanding work that CLD does. The staff are amazing 🤩🤩. All of them. Thank you for caring about the success of our children and community. The Lord continue to bless the work of your hands.
James MillerLocal Guide · 7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Have had a child go through their programming and two friends work at CLD. One on the Development Team and another in Programs. The CEO allows the Development Director to harass and verbally assault her subordinates. There is zero work life balance and lower level staff are treated poorly. I would not send a child through this organization until their leadership changes.
