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 59%82+48.1Reliability 26%73+19Value 15%92+14Experts Score= 81Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#17 of 44 child care agenciesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 63%
4.8★★★★★40 Google reviews · 10 photos
95%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.4%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Children's Safari Learning Center - Greenfield at a glance
Parents generally praise the center for its clean environment, attentive staff, and consistent communication, including daily updates via an app. Many families report that children enjoy the program and show improved social skills and learning aptitude over time. However, a few low-star reviews highlight specific issues regarding unpleasant odors during drop-off and a perceived lack of friendly interaction from staff at the beginning of the enrollment period.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 40 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 40 Google reviews (39 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 25% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 20, 2026.
Service: Child Care Agency serving Mesa, Arizona.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other child care agencies
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 value; weakest: reliability.
This companyChild Care Agencies 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.Children's Safari Learning Center - Greenfield: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
82
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.Children's Safari Learning Center - Greenfield: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 72.B
73
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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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.Children's Safari Learning Center - Greenfield: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
92
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.Children's Safari Learning Center - Greenfield: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 75.–
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Star ratings
40 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars3895%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star25%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 39 written reviews
96%praise
Praise4696%
Complaints24%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price343%
Reasonable457%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1531%
Would recommend1021%
Quality & results715%
Communication715%
Honesty & trust510%
Speed & response24%
Price & value24%
What customers talk about
We read 39 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The staff's dedication, patience, and kindness truly make a difference.”
“…rateful for the years of care they have provided our family and would highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a trustworthy and caring…”
“Kathy, the owner, has done an amazing job at making sure the facility is always clean and bright, and the security measures make us feel that he is in…”
“…for both him and i, they comforted him when he needed it and always communicated with me that he was in great hands.…”
“The teachers and staff genuinely care about the children and create a safe, loving, and nurturing environment.”
“Eldonna, ties it all together running an organized and efficient operation with both the children and staffs best interest in mind.”
“The owner makes this facility affordable and accommodating.”
People customers mention
Kathy6 reviews
Eldonna5 reviews
Tati5 reviews
Lisa4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Children's Safari Learning Center - Greenfield for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
JjazLocal Guide · 17 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
we have had our son enrolled here since march of this year and wow! i do not have the words to express how appreciative i am of everyone there. Ms Kathy is so kind every morning when we come in. this is my son’s first time being in childcare and it was hard for both him and i, they comforted him when he needed it…
VViolet1 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
I absolutely LOVE Children Safari daycare. My son has been going here for a couple of years and he loves his teachers so much. The communication is wonderful with all staff members and you really do feel heard as a parent. It is also very clean inside. Highly love this daycare and will always recommend!
Reasonable priceEducational services
MMichaelLocal Guide · 46 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. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★
After having really bad experiences with other daycares watching our infant, Children’s Safari is a breath of fresh air! We have watched our baby receive spectacular care in the infant room—now our infant is a toddler and still receiving the best care! Couldn’t possibly be happier here!
EErin3 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★★★★★
Children’s safari on greenfield has been such a great place for our kids! We’ve been going there about 2 years now. We plan to keep them there as long as we can. Staff is amazing! Kind, patient, very involved and attentive, always smiling. The kids learn so much and have fun while doing it. We are blessed to have found this place.
Great price
Aangel7 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★★★★★
This place is amazing, I love the staff, they're very caring, they take they time with your child, like really work with them if they're having a bad time, that one is a big one for me, my son is leaning how to control himself because he's super energetic. Shout out to Ms Lisa, your an amazing teacher 💯
RRose12 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★★★★★
Best place ever to bring my little girl. They understand your needs and they get to know you. The staff at safari care about you and the kids that come in.
we have had our son enrolled here since march of this year and wow! i do not have the words to express how appreciative i am of everyone there. Ms Kathy is so kind every morning when we come in. this is my son’s first time being in childcare and it was hard for both him and i, they comforted him when he needed it and always communicated with me that he was in great hands. i was a preschool teacher and then admin for 4 years and their philosophies and structured schedules are everything i wanted and more. thank you ladies!! 🫶🏼
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Violet Horton1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Violet has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I absolutely LOVE Children Safari daycare. My son has been going here for a couple of years and he loves his teachers so much. The communication is wonderful with all staff members and you really do feel heard as a parent. It is also very clean inside. Highly love this daycare and will always recommend!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Educational services
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Jessica CampbellLocal Guide · 29 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have been part of this daycare family for many years, and I cannot say enough good things about them. My daughter attended here from a young age until she started kindergarten, and now my two-year-old is enrolled as well.
The teachers and staff genuinely care about the children and create a safe, loving, and nurturing environment. They have always communicated well, kept me informed, and treated my children like family. It has given me so much peace of mind knowing my kids are in a place where they are loved, encouraged, and well cared for while I'm at work.
My daughter was well prepared for kindergarten thanks to the foundation she received here, and it's been wonderful watching my toddler learn, grow, and make friends every day. The staff's dedication, patience, and kindness truly make a difference.
I am incredibly grateful for the years of care they have provided our family and would highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a trustworthy and caring place for their children.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much for sharing this — it truly warms our hearts! Being part of your family's journey for so many years, from your daughter's earliest days all the way through her kindergarten readiness, and now watching your two-year-old learn and grow here too, is exactly why we do what we do. Knowing we've given you peace of mind while you're at work means everything to us; that trust is something our teachers and staff never take for granted.
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MichaelLocal Guide · 46 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
After having really bad experiences with other daycares watching our infant, Children’s Safari is a breath of fresh air! We have watched our baby receive spectacular care in the infant room—now our infant is a toddler and still receiving the best care! Couldn’t possibly be happier here!
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
This is so wonderful to hear! I do believe my infant staff at both centers are exceptional and am glad to hear you do as well. Our teachers pour so much love into every child, and comments like yours make that hard work feel truly seen. We feel lucky to have your family with us and look forward to many more happy years watching your toddler grow!
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Erin Stevenson3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Children’s safari on greenfield has been such a great place for our kids! We’ve been going there about 2 years now. We plan to keep them there as long as we can. Staff is amazing! Kind, patient, very involved and attentive, always smiling. The kids learn so much and have fun while doing it. We are blessed to have found this place.
This place is amazing, I love the staff, they're very caring, they take they time with your child, like really work with them if they're having a bad time, that one is a big one for me, my son is leaning how to control himself because he's super energetic. Shout out to Ms Lisa, your an amazing teacher 💯
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Rose Wagoner12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rose has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Best place ever to bring my little girl. They understand your needs and they get to know you. The staff at safari care about you and the kids that come in.
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Karina Perea6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Karina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I cannot say enough positive things about the director/principal Eldonna and the care she provides to our family. She has been an absolute blessing in our lives during some of our most vulnerable seasons.
What truly sets her apart, though, is the support she gave me years ago with my now seven-year-old daughter. From ages two to five, my daughter was navigating trauma and developmental challenges, and during a time when I felt like I had no one else, she stepped in with guidance, patience, and genuine care. She helped me understand my child, offered thoughtful options, and treated us with grace instead of judgment.
Because of her, I was able to rebuild trust not only in childcare, but in myself as a parent. She welcomed my children with open arms, always led with empathy, and consistently put their emotional and developmental well-being first.
She is more than a director/principal she is a true advocate for children and families. We are incredibly grateful for her support, her kindness, and the safe, loving environment she creates every single day.
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Meagan Sohl1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Meagan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have had my rambunctious 4-year-old grandson at Children's Safari for a couple of years now. I couldn’t be happier with my decision to enroll him there after struggling to find a great daycare. Over the past couple of years, I have watched his social skills and confidence blossom. He truly looks forward to going every morning. Ms. Lisa and Ms. Ashley are his regular teachers and he absolutely adores them. Ms. Vanessa is always excited to see him every day when I drop him off and is also very patient and loving. Ms. Eldonna and Ms. Lisa were amazing at helping us find a way to keep him focused during lessons.
The curriculum is fun and educational; he’s already mastering kindergarten-readiness skills like letter recognition and counting while still getting plenty of outside play. We also appreciate the high level of transparency; the staff use Brightwheel to provide regular updates and photos, which gives me incredible peace of mind while I am at work.
Ms. Kathy, the owner, has done an amazing job at making sure the facility is always clean and bright, and the security measures make us feel that he is in a very safe environment. It really is difficult to find an amazing daycare/pre-k. If you are looking for a nurturing place that treats your child like family, I highly recommend Children’s Safari.
Price assessment: Great price
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K Fezzie13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews K has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tatiana is an amazing teacher. She love and care for the children. She very understanding and patient with the children as well.
Response from the owner · 10 months ago
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Tatiana is a beloved member of the Children's Safari family, and her dedication to love, care, and understanding is exactly what we strive for. Your feedback validates the positive impact she makes every day. Thank you for your support!
