Google reviewers rate Early Childhood Learning Center 4.6 out of 5 based on 34 reviews, with the owner responding to 26 percent of feedback. Positive comments frequently highlight the staff’s attentiveness, the facility’s cleanliness, and consistent communication through the Brightwheel app regarding daily activities and meals. Recurring praise includes the nurturing environment and educational programming for infants and toddlers. However, low-star reviews cite a pattern of inadequate notification regarding child injuries and complaints about the director’s rude demeanor toward parents.
Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 34 reviews (91% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 34 Google reviews (31 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 26% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 14, 2026.
Service: Daycare Center serving Lakeland, Florida.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
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Nadine Baretela3 reviews
★★★★★
They are great with my child
Price assessment: Not sure
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you so much, Nadine, for your beautiful words and for trusting us with your daughter’s care and education! 💛💙 It truly means the world to us to know that she feels happy, loved, and comfortable with her teachers. Watching her learn, grow, and thrive has been such a joy for our entire team. We are so grateful to have your family as part of our daycare family! 💛💙
We have been part of the Early Childhood Learning family for years now, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From day one, the environment has been warm, nurturing, and incredibly supportive.
Watching my child thrive here has been such a joy. Every morning, she is excited to go, and she comes home full of stories about her friends, teachers, and everything she’s learned. The staff truly care about the children, and it shows in the patience and kindness they bring to every interaction.
It is genuinely sad for us to realize this is our last year before she heads off to 'big girl school.' We are so grateful for the foundation they’ve helped us build. If you are looking for a place where your child will be loved, challenged, and encouraged to be their best self, this is it.
My daughter started vpk this year and absolutely loves it. Every one is always so nice and helpful especially when I was signing her up! And my girl is telling me all about her days and coming home with new crafts they really care about the kids here and it shows !
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad your daughter is loving VPK and that you’ve felt supported by our team. 💛💙
Finding a childcare you can truly trust with your child is one of the hardest decisions a parent can make, and I couldn’t be more grateful for this childcare center. My son has been attending since he was just 6 weeks old, and he is now 2 years old, it has truly become like a second home to him.
The staff has always treated him with so much love, patience, and kindness. They’ve celebrated every milestone with us, provided a safe and nurturing environment, and given me peace of mind knowing he is well cared for every day. It’s clear that they genuinely care about each child and go above and beyond to help them learn, grow, and feel loved.
The teachers are wonderful, the communication is excellent, and I always know my son is in good hands. Watching him develop socially, emotionally, and academically over the past two years has been amazing, and I know this childcare has played a huge role in that.
I highly recommend this childcare center to any parent looking for a place where their child will be safe, happy, and genuinely cared for. Thank you for everything you’ve done for my son and our family.
Both of my babies attend this daycare, and I truly can’t say enough wonderful things about the staff. From the teachers to the director, everyone has become such an important part of my village. Knowing that my children are surrounded by people who genuinely care for them gives me so much peace of mind while I work.
The teachers are loving and patient. The director also maintains an open line of communication. Anytime I have a question or concern, it is addressed with kindness and professionalism.
As a parent, there’s nothing more important than feeling safe when you drop your children off each day, and that’s exactly how I feel. I am incredibly grateful for every teacher and staff member who pours their hearts into caring for my babies at this location.
