Paidea Child Development Center 949 Geneva Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55128

"Paidea has been so inviting for our family. The staff members are amazing and truly connect with the children. Their parent outreach offers a chance for parents to connect with one another about the developmental mindset of their children. The daily communication is great. I highly recommend Paidea to anyone that may be searching for child care."

"We absolutely ADORE Paidea!! They are constantly exceeding our expectations and feel as though they are truly an extension of our family. Their staff is so dedicated to helping our boys grow and develop. The staff are consistent and many have been there a long time! Any decision/change that is made, the impact on the children is considered first and they encourage feedback from parents. Honestly, I can't say enough good things. If there was improvement to be had, I wish they didn't follow the school district for weather closings/delays (as other center daycares do not)."

"Our kids love Paidea and so do we! They have learned so much there and built relationships. My preschooler loves Monday Yoga and my toddler enjoy outside play and exploring. We will be having our third one join the Paidea family this fall. The teachers treat the kids like they are their own and we love the extra things they do like events, fieldtrips, parent night, picnics, etc. Thank you Paidea for being a huge part of our life!"

"We LOVE Paidea! Both of our children currently attend and it is wonderful. The teachers are caring and supportive. My kids are happy and come home full of stories of the fun activities and things they learn each day. I love the emphasis on emotional maturity, play and sensory development. They have indoor and outdoor play areas and lots of time is spent outdoors engaged in nature if weather allows. Plus, they provide parent education to help everyone with developmental stages and struggles."

"I could not be happier with having our children at Paidea. My kids love attending and I know the staff is experienced and responsible. Most have been at Paidea for decades, and my kids have bonded with the teachers they spend time with. The center takes a lot of care to tailor adaptive methods to individual kids whose temperaments or personalities could be considered a nuisance in other settings. No one is a nuisance here! Kids are taught to be kind to others and how to manage their own emotions. They get physical activity and healthy snacks. As a day care center or preschool it is already far and away the best there is, and it would have been fine just being that, but Lynn, the owner, has put time and effort into making Paidea a community. It's a place where I, as a parent, feel safe and appreciated as well. Monthly parent nights teach me about childhood development and evidence-based parenting principles. There are many ways for parents to get involved here, and the result is a strong sense of community. I would keep my kids in Paidea through high school if it were a viable option, but on the other hand I know Paidea is giving them the tools they need to be adaptable and self-sufficient for the challenges of real life, and you can't always be at Paidea. But Paidea is a home away from home in the meantime."