KidStop Child Development Ctr.

"Our daughter started coming here in November 2022. We were in a bit of a pinch because she was at a home daycare that abruptly closed. We loved the home daycare. It had 6-8 kids daily and the care was so personalized. We were so afraid of losing that for her at a big center, but so far, everything has been wonderful! She was a bit shy at first, but her development has grown exponentially. She talks so much and knows how to communicate so many things! Her eating has also improved since coming here. They've introduced her to foods that we had trouble introducing her to and she's also started using the potty on her own. We get daily updates with pictures, videos, etc. through their app. Whenever we pick her up, she almost never wants to go home. All the staff know her name and she's comfortable with everyone. It's amazing to see!"

"Update - My son AJ that was turned away from this daycare because they did not have the capacity for my black son to thrive is doing amazing. He is a misunderstood genius who gets straight A's and is invited to attend magnet schools in 4th grade next year. He just needs a consistency and patience this institution could not handle. After being turned away we found the Lourie Center which allowed my son to learn process his feelings and develop coping skills. More places should incorporate these trainings because these kids are learning to pilot their lives and feelings. They should not be turned away because you just want to babysit rather than what you are accredited for."

"I can't say how much this center has helped me and my family, even during these trying times. My daughter started at KidStop when she was 3 months old. As a first time mom and single parent my anxiety level was high. The thought of leaving her and going back to work was terrifying, but the teachers and staff helped me through it, making the transition very easy. Since then, each stage my daughter has gone through they were there guiding us, even sharing tips that worked for their kids at that stage. That partnership between director, teacher and parent helped during quarantine and the transition back. We got updates from the director on where they were in the reopening stage and the steps being taken by the center to ensure the kids returning where in a safe space/pod. My daughter was happy to be back at "school" it helped ease the anxiety she had being at home. The teachers and staff at KidStop are very knowledgeable and helpful, especially now with everyone slowly transitioning back to work. You can see it in the smiling faces of the kids who have returned. The app is a great tool for parents and helps with fostering the partnership between parents, teachers and staff members. This center has truly been bright spot for us."

"As a first time momma, I couldn't be happier with Kidstop. My daughter started at 3 months and has been going for almost 2 months now. I was so nervous to put my child in a daycare center and immediately thought “they aren’t gonna care about her like I do” but the teachers and Directors (Steph and Cassie) have shown me that’s not the case. Everyone was so excited to welcome my daughter and everyday they welcome us by name. Every staff member I’ve met so far are always upbeat and look happy to be there. I absolutely love the app they use. It tells you feedings, diaper changes, naps, and multiple pictures everyday along with an explanation of what they are learning that day! The app also allows you to message teachers/directors which they are on top of responding back quickly! I am so thankful to have found this amazing daycare!"

"My child has been attending this daycare since October 2015, and has gone from infant room to pre-k class. We have seen a lot of changes and seen directors, teachers, and children come and go. Overall, this is a good place for my child, who has special needs. It was the teacher who first suggested we went to the county for additional evaluation. And the director encouraged us to give it a try by sharing her personal experience. We were so glad that we followed their recommendations. Both the leadership team and teachers have been supportive since my child started receiving services from the county and private providers. We understand that things don't always work out perfectly, and the Center doesn't have limitless resources. We do feel that all the directors, teachers and staff we have known care about my child and all other children sincerely. Two features I like about this Center: 1) they provide videos, photos and descriptions of daily activities through an App; and 2) the summer camp is wonderful."