Child care agency · Scottsdale, AZ · reviewed since 2015
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%92+54Reliability 26%88+23Value 15%82+12.5Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 89Not 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.89SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#24 of 80 daycare centersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 71%
4.9★★★★★44 Google reviews · 24 photos
95%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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.
Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center at a glance
Google reviewers rate Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center 4.9 out of 5 based on 44 reviews, noting that the owner replied to 91% of comments. Parents frequently praise the clean facility, consistent staff retention, and responsive communication through a daily app that provides updates on meals, naps, and activities. The curriculum is described as effective for developmental milestones, while the high cost is generally considered justified by the quality of care and security measures provided.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 44 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 44 Google reviews (33 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 91% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 28, 2026.
Service: Daycare Center serving Scottsdale, Arizona.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other daycare centers
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: value.
This companyDaycare Centers 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.Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
92
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.Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.A
88
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.Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.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.Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
82
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.Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center: 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: 44.–
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Star ratings
44 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars4295%
4 stars12%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star12%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 33 written reviews
95%praise
Praise3695%
Complaints25%
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 price00%
Reasonable3100%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1026%
Speed & response718%
Would recommend718%
Quality & results411%
Honesty & trust411%
Communication38%
Price & value38%
What customers talk about
We read 33 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“My daughter joined when she was just one year old, and all her teachers have been nothing but kind and loving toward her.”
“We reached out to Mapel Bear and their director Lori was quick to reply and provide a tour.”
“We highly recommend Maple Bear Tempe to all our friends and family!”
“The center is incredibly clean, and the staff do their best to maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitize everything thoroughly.”
“As parents who send our little ones to daycare for up to eight hours a day, we need to be able to trust their caregivers.”
“They are a fantastic school that has structure and great communication.”
“Maple Bear is worth the money.”
People customers mention
Lori5 reviews
Belinda3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
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HHafsa1 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. · 6 hours ago★★★★★
Before I found Maple Bear I toured so many day care and I was having hard time to find place that I feel 100%. One day I was just going through google search and came cross the school. I came for a tour even though is 30 minutes away from me. I walked in and it was a breath of fresh air. It was so clean, the indoor…
LLucíaLocal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Our prior preschool closed and we were in a panic. We reached out to Mapel Bear and their director Lori was quick to reply and provide a tour. Mapel had exactly what we where looking for and more. My little one is having a great time and really enjoys her teachers (shout out to Ms. Gracie and Ms. Paloma). The app…
Reasonable priceEducational services
CCarenLocal Guide · 18 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 month ago★★★★★
We have had a very positive experience with Maple Bear Tempe, particularly with our teachers Ms. Maricruz and Ms. Betty have been wonderful. It is clear that they genuinely care about the babies in their classroom and are invested not only in caring for them, but also in supporting their individual milestones,…
AAngelo2 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 month ago★★★★★
They take great care of our child and are very well organized, responsive and trained. High marks!
Reasonable priceEducational servicesRest period regulationService not listed
MMohamad9 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★★★★★
Maple Bear is amazing! Great management and great staff. Glad I put my boys in the program. Dad by day I see my son growing and learning and they help with potty training. Special shout out to Maria and Rylee, my son loves them!
AAbdalnaserLocal Guide · 14 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★★★★★
Best preschool ever. I put my boy in different pre schools before I found this one. I can tell you this place will take care of your kids and they will be safe and treated very well and will be taking care of. A lot of programs and teaching methods that will help your kids to develop and learn. I noticed my boy Jad…
Before I found Maple Bear I toured so many day care and I was having hard time to find place that I feel 100%. One day I was just going through google search and came cross the school. I came for a tour even though is 30 minutes away from me. I walked in and it was a breath of fresh air. It was so clean, the indoor playground and Ms Lori told me about the food I so happy. I can’t imagine better place for my Son.
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Shaesha d raj3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shaesha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have loved Maple Bear Tempe for the past three years! My daughter joined when she was just one year old, and all her teachers have been nothing but kind and loving toward her.
As parents who send our little ones to daycare for up to eight hours a day, we need to be able to trust their caregivers. I had no doubts from the very beginning and knew my daughter was in safe hands.
The center is incredibly clean, and the staff do their best to maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitize everything thoroughly. The teachers are accommodating and flexible, and we have never had any issues with anyone. Any concerns we’ve had have always been addressed by Ms. Lori and Ms. Belinda.
My daughter learns so much every single day, and the academic program is excellent. The teachers meet the children where they are and support them at their individual levels.
Ms. Alyssa, who works in the kitchen, is fantastic! My daughter loves every single meal she makes and sometimes even prefers Ms. Alyssa’s cooking over her mommy’s!
We are so glad we found such a wonderful daycare in our area. We highly recommend Maple Bear Tempe to all our friends and family!
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Lucía Rodriguez-LindseyLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lucía has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our prior preschool closed and we were in a panic. We reached out to Mapel Bear and their director Lori was quick to reply and provide a tour. Mapel had exactly what we where looking for and more. My little one is having a great time and really enjoys her teachers (shout out to Ms. Gracie and Ms. Paloma). The app keeps us informed and connected and the option of the indoor playground is great during summer heat or the random monsoon. Thank you for accommodating us and the quick support you have provided us.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Educational services
Age group: Preschool (3–5 yrs)
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Caren GodinezLocal Guide · 18 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Caren has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have had a very positive experience with Maple Bear Tempe, particularly with our teachers Ms. Maricruz and Ms. Betty have been wonderful. It is clear that they genuinely care about the babies in their classroom and are invested not only in caring for them, but also in supporting their individual milestones, development, and growth. Knowing our child is safe with teachers who truly care about her well-being and development means the world to us.
Lori’s leadership is exemplary as a director. Whenever I have brought a question or concern to her, she has been direct, responsive, willing to listen, and thorough in following up. I especially appreciate that she takes parent concerns seriously, looks into situations rather than dismissing them, and is willing to make adjustments when needed.
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Angelo Cuyugan2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Angelo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Maple Bear is amazing! Great management and great staff. Glad I put my boys in the program. Dad by day I see my son growing and learning and they help with potty training. Special shout out to Maria and Rylee, my son loves them!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you for the feedback, the special shout out to our teachers and the partnership!
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Abdalnaser marashdehLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Abdalnaser has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Best preschool ever. I put my boy in different pre schools before I found this one. I can tell you this place will take care of your kids and they will be safe and treated very well and will be taking care of. A lot of programs and teaching methods that will help your kids to develop and learn. I noticed my boy Jad how fast he start to learn numbers, animals name and sounds So quick. This place really gives me a pease of mind to not worry about my boy.
All teachers there so nice and know how to deals with kids professionally.
Highly recommended
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Painting, Educational services
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for the feedback, we truly appreciate it. It takes a village to raise our kiddos and teachers are a huge part of it! We are happy to hear he's happy and learning so much.
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Aleksandra KrysiukLocal Guide · 25 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Aleksandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My son has been going here for a few weeks and I'm delighted. He adjusted to the new place remarkably fast - he doesn't get upset when I leave for work, and when I pick him up he always tells me what a great time he had. The teachers are warm and smiling with the kids, and the preschool is clean and well-organized. I visited five preschools in the area and none came close to this one. I really recommend it - it's not a place to just park your kids, but somewhere they genuinely enjoy their day and learn. My son loves it :)
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you for the feedback. That's what we strive for - we want our kiddos to want to come and learn each day. It's such an important age to teach them. We are happy to see he's growing, learning and overall a happy boy!
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Kellyn Johnson3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kellyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our family loves Maple Bear! The staff are wonderful, the families are great and the kids are all so happy. You can tell the teachers all really care about the kids' wellbeing and growth. Both of our children absolutely thrived during their time there and were SO well prepared for Kindergarten - academically and socially. We are grateful every day we found Maple Bear and the fantastic education it has provided our kids.
Positive: Quality
Response from the owner · 5 years ago
We are so happy to be part of your day to day and we love watching your family grow.
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Marilyn Violet8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Marilyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our experience with the maple bear staff has been an absolute pleasure. My son thrives in their pre-K environment, he loves Mr. H and Ms. April.
They have a full time educated staff that are with the students from morning to afternoon; I appreciate that they don’t cycle different staff in throughout the day. They also have a great structure that they follow each day with their classes. My son thrives in an environment where he knows what to expect and this is that environment. Maple bear does what they say they’re going to do. They are not a babysitter. They are a fantastic school that has structure and great communication.
I am confident my son will be set up well for kindergarten next year.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you for your feedback; we're so happy to hear that your son is thriving with us!
