Persimmon Early Learning of YWCA Boulder County (formerly Children's Alley)

"We could not be more grateful for finding Persimmon Early Learning. The pandemic has been a.scary time, but the protocols have kept our little safe. The drop off/pick up times are flexible to meet nearly every schedule. They even accommodate our kiddo eating vegan! We have loved the experience and our kiddo looks forward to going every workday."

"I couldn't be more thrilled with our experience at Persimmon Early Learning. The teachers are highly invested in the care and development of each child, the classrooms and playgrounds have recently been beautifully updated, and the nutritional meals and snacks are awesome! I especially appreciate the program's communication and mission-driven approach to their culture. Their location is also unbeatable in Boulder (we often pick up our son and then walk only a couple blocks away to enjoy dinner downtown!). We have watched our child grow as a super happy and well-adjusted kid, in big part thanks to the quality of the program. The facility is highly respectful of safety and Covid-19 protocols. It's wonderful that the kids also enjoy little field trips downtown to the Boulder Public Library, fountains, Pearl St, etc. Every day is a new adventure, and we couldn't be happier to be part of their community - would highly recommend to any parent!!"

"We were so privileged to have our infant-turned-toddler learn with the teachers and staff at Persimmon. Thank you for loving my child, being her "other mother' and being a safe home throughout the pandemic. The teachers provide a nurturing environment coupled with rigorous, age appropriate child development curriculum/practices. The flexible hours and affordable rates are the icing on the cake. 11/10 recommend Persimmon."

"We have been so happy with Persimmon for both our 1.5 and 4 year old kids. We couldn’t ask for more. Our kids love going to school everyday, the food is really healthy and they have already made great friends. We aso love their focus on gender equality and diversity. All around wonderful experience, 100% recommended!!!"

"We love absolutely everything about this daycare - we have been sending our kids for over four years, since they were "Children's Alley," and have continued sending them now that they are "Persimmon Early Learning." Over the years the care and the facilities have only gotten better! The teacher-to-child ratio is fantastic, the staff are some of the most genuinely friendly, kind-hearted people we have ever met, and their communication is always wonderful. We love that they offer a sliding scale for payment, and that they provide really healthy and delicious snacks and lunch for the kids. My sons have been introduced to foods there that I would never be able to get them to eat at home initially, but they now love! We also love that they provide such a rich variety of activities, from water play in the summer to snow play in the winter, as well as nutrition classes, fitness classes, painting, coloring, building...I could go on forever!"