Google reviewers rate Early Explorations highly, praising its clean facility, engaging curriculum, and attentive staff who foster a supportive environment for child development. Parents frequently note the center's strong communication, reasonable pricing, and the positive experiences their children have during daily activities. However, isolated low-star reviews criticize specific instances of staff yelling at children and describe difficulties regarding registration paperwork and refund processing.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 38 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 38 Google reviews (32 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 71% of reviews.
Most recent review: July 31, 2026.
Service: Tutoring Center serving South Roxana, Illinois.
Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.
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“More importantly they are also being taught to be kind, caring humans.”
“We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend this daycare!”
“I do NOT recommend this daycare!”
“The teachers and staff are incredibly caring, patient, and attentive, and it’s clear they genuinely love what they do.”
“We have had a great experience with Early Explorations”
“The staff, communication, activities, and care are excellent.”
“The teachers are wonderful and caring, and the administrators are present and responsive.”
“They are also reasonably priced, and our experience here was much better than at a more expensive school we previously sent our son to.”
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Wilson NewmanLocal Guide · 5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Wilson has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They have a great curriculum! As a public school teacher I love that they incorporate a variety of activities and get them ready for life-long learning!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Wilson, thank you so much for taking the time to share this! It means especially much coming from a public school teacher. We put a lot of thought into utilizing our curriculum that gives children meaningful, hands-on experiences while building those early skills that prepare them for a lifetime of learning! Thank you guys for being such a special part of Early Ex!
Colleen Wilk5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Colleen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The staff is so great with the kids!! The place is always clean and the kids are well taken care of! We had the option to send our daughter to pre k within the district but we love this place so much we will pay the extra money to keep her there for pre k within she is learning so much!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much, Colleen! ❤️ We are incredibly proud of the loving and dedicated staff we have here, and it means so much to hear that you see the love and care they have for your daughter every day. Knowing that your family has chosen to stay with us for Pre-K, even with another option available through the district, is truly one of the biggest compliments you could give us!!
We’re beyond excited to continue watching her learn, grow, and thrive with EE!
Kathleen Vongsathorn2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kathleen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Early Explorations has been a great place for my daughter! The staff, communication, activities, and care are excellent.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you, Kathleen! Hearing that you’ve been pleased with the staff, communication, activities, and care means so much to our entire team. We’re grateful to have your family as part of ours!
Shanna Sykes10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Amazing staff, they all treat each kid like their own! Have fun events often and great prek program; my daughter is sad to head to kindergarten!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much, Shanna! 'Treat every kid like their own' is exactly the kind of environment we strive to create at Early Explorations, so your words truly mean a lot. We’re thrilled your daughter has loved her time here and that she’s had such a great experience in our Preschool For All program. Kindergarten is such an exciting milestone, but we’re definitely going to miss her too! 🥹❤️
Brandon Funk3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brandon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have had a great experience with Early Explorations
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you, Brandon! We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We’re so happy to hear that your family has had such a great experience with Early Explorations. It means a lot to our entire team to know that we’ve been able to provide a place where your family feels happy and confident in your child’s care!
Andrew Lilek1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Absolutely love this school/daycare. Our daughter has the time of her life and enjoys every day. Staff are all friendly and helpful. Teachers are amazing and have been great with our daughter’s development. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much, Andrew! Our teachers put so much heart into helping each child grow and develop at their own pace, and knowing you’re seeing that growth at home is incredibly rewarding. We’re grateful for your kind words and for trusting us with your daughter!
Bonnie Galvin1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Bonnie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I can’t say enough good things about this daycare! The facility is always clean, the communication is excellent, and every staff member truly loves and cares for the children. They go above and beyond for both the kids and their families.
The curriculum is amazing—my girls have learned so much more than academics. From colors, shapes, and potty training to gardening, exploring, and learning about different cultures. More importantly they are also being taught to be kind, caring humans. As a teacher, I’m constantly impressed by the thoughtful questions both girls ask because of what they learn at school.
My girls have built wonderful friendships, adore their teachers, and never want to leave. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend this daycare!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Bonnie, this review absolutely made our day! ❤️ Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed reflection of your experience with us. We especially love hearing that your girls are learning not only their colors, shapes, and other early academic skills, but also how to be kind, caring, curious little people. That balance is such an important part of what we strive for.
Knowing that you notice the questions they bring home, the friendships they’ve made, and the love they have for their teachers is incredibly special. And as a fellow teacher, your perspective means even more to us! Thank you for trusting Early Explorations with your girls!
Kirstie Pappas3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kirstie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My daughter loves it here. I love that she is constantly engaged and learning everyday!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you, Kirstie! Creating a classroom where children are excited to come through the door and to explore is exactly what we hope for. We’re so glad she’s having such a great experience!
Ioannis Katrantzis3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ioannis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We can’t say enough great things about Early Explorations! After hearing so many wonderful recommendations from our friends and family, we decided to enroll our son, and it has exceeded every expectation.
For the past three months, he has absolutely loved going every single day. The teachers and staff are incredibly caring, patient, and attentive, and it’s clear they genuinely love what they do. As parents, there’s no better feeling than dropping your child off knowing they’re safe, happy, and surrounded by people who truly care about their growth and well-being.
We’ve already seen so much positive growth in our son, and he comes home smiling, learning new things, and excited to tell us about his day. We’re so grateful to the entire team at Early Explorations for creating such a warm, fun, and nurturing environment.
If you’re looking for a daycare in the Edwardsville area, we highly recommend Early Explorations. Thank you for everything you do!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Ioannis, thank you so much for such a beautiful review! ❤️ Hearing that your son has loved coming to school every day over these first few months is the best compliment we could receive. There truly is nothing better than knowing a child feels safe, happy, loved, and eager to walk through our doors each morning. We are always excited to see his little smile!
We’re so proud to hear that you’re already seeing his growth at home! Our teachers put so much love and patience into what they do, and it means the world to know that their efforts are making a difference. Thank you for trusting us with your son and for becoming part of the Early Explorations family!
Lexii Grover3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lexii has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
