Andi’s Daycare

The love and care both my kids experience at Andi’s is the best. I cannot say enough good things about Andi, Heniz and and the amazing team of ladies here. They have the magic touch with babies and toddlers. Having worked so hands on with children for so long Andi and her team have a very easy comfortable way with the kids and parents. They know us working parents are busy and they are to the point about everything to do with your child’s care. As first time parents we learned so much along the way from Andi. Respect and care of the kids is a huge priority here and we appreciated that. Our kids thrived here, mostly not wanting to leave in the evenings. My son is now 3 and moved to preschool but my 2 year old is still running in the gate every morning. The learning through play and the art activities has fostered great confidence and capability in our children. These are the only folks I would trust with my babies.

We have been sending our son to Andi’s since he was 3 months old and we see everyone there as an extension of our family! We knew an in-​home daycare was the way to go for us and Andi’s checked every box on our list. Everyone is kind, the children are genuinely happy and well cared for, and we love the play-​based environment. Whenever I have had issues or questions (first time mom, here!) Andi and her team have been there with answers and support. I knew Andi’s was the place for us when I saw the children interacting with everyone who works there and both the children and the caregivers were truly having fun. All I want at the end of a long work day is to know that my child is happy and safe and there is never any doubt in my mind about either. *We have also developed a network of families who have become friends. Going back to work was hard for me and several of the parents reached out those first few weeks to check in on ME! Simply put: We love Andi’s!

My daughter started at Andi’s in May 2015 when she was about 4.5-months old, and we love it. It is a home daycare with a family like atmosphere. There is even a resident bird, Sophie, and Joey the dog. Andi and Heinz have been running the daycare for almost 40 years, and their experience shows in the great environment they have created for the children and their families.
The caretakers are kind and attentive, and the house is very clean without being sterile. They separate the children developmentally (babies, younger, toddlers, and older toddlers), so they are grouped with children of similar ages, abilities, and size. There are plenty of books and toys (they change them out every hour of every day), and they make music, stories, and art part of the children’s day. They also work with the children on tummy time, sitting up, eating and drinking, walking, toilet training, etc. The house has both inside and outside spaces, so much of the child’s day is spent outside.
What we like most about Andi’s is that they respond to the needs of each individual child. My daughter is put down for a nap when she is tired and fed when she is hungry, and not on a set schedule. Andi tracks when the babies eat, drink, and sleep for the parents, so they can see their daily schedule. She will also work with the parents on any issues related to sleep, eating, toilet training, etc. It was Andi and Dora who transitioned my daughter from a bottle to a cup; I really just followed their lead. My daughter walked for the first time at Andi’s and they were even thoughtful enough to video it for me.
The community of parents and children are lovely, and we have made some good friends at Andi’s. There are straight couples, gay couples, single parents and a diversity that reflects the mid-​city area.
At Andi’s they do not cook meals, but rather you provide the food for your child, which we like as it, again, means her individual needs are being met. The hours (8:00−5:30) are more limited than some other daycare centers, but we also appreciate this as it means those who work there have time to spend with their own families.
All-​in-​all, our experience at Andi’s has been excellent. I plan to keep my daughter here until she ages out.

This place is terrible, They do no activities with the kids, it seems like they are just ‘keeping them alive’ for the day. We had my son here briefly, and it didn’t work out for a variety of reasons. But my husband and I were not fans of Andi’s. She is very dry and curt.

We were very eager to have our ten month old son to go Andi’s Daycare.
Our first impression of her seemed hopeful and she did want to help us out.
Six weeks ago we decided to bring our son in to begin the transition.
We asked Andi what this would entail, and her response was «we’ll figure it out.»
She told us to go for a walk and we asked how long.
«I’ll call you» was her response.
Over the next two weeks, I tried to bring my child every day but was unable to at times due to prior engagements.
On the end of his second week, we tried to leave my son there for his first nap when I received a call from Andi stating that this was not going to work out. She said he was not ready for daycare and recommended me find a nanny for him.
I picked him up and though partially disappointed, I was also elated.
I did not want my son to be at a daycare run by someone who is curt when they talk to parents, lacks empathy and misses the modern day communications skills.

My son Ryder started going to Andi’s when he was 3 months old, and he just moved onto preschool. They are just the best, I always felt he was truly cared about, and well cared for. All the ladies are lovely and have been there for years, and Andi is crazy knowledgeable about everything baby related. Our preschool teachers even wanted to know what daycare he came from because he was so well mannered and well prepared! I can’t say enough about how much we love everyone at Andi’s!

Searching for a good daycare is difficult. Beyond difficult. Bottom line: this day care is fantastic. Andi and her staff are a dream and are so wonderful with the kids. Our daughter loves it and so do we. Incredible staff, a loving, warm and nurturing environment. I would recommend to all.

Just the best, hands down. I can’t even put into words how much we love Andi, Heinz, and the other wonderful ladies at Andi’s House. Our son has been going here since he was four months (now 19 months), and it has been such a great experience. Andi has been a savior– giving us great advice on everything from swaddling to dealing with his reflux, sleep, when to start food. She knows everything there is to know about babies. He has grown to love everyone there so much and looks forward to going every day. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a loving, caring, nurturing place for their little one.

Comfortable, safe, warm, loving, hands-​on, genuine, fun — these are the first words that come to mind when asked to describe Andi’s. We sent both of our children here and truly feel that we not only found the best possible childcare but ended up extending our family. They treat each child as if they were their own blood. I have recommended Andi’s to all looking for a small, family run daycare option and will continue to do so long after our time there is done.

If you are looking for a daycare that offers a loving staff, a great community of parents and an owner who has over 30 years of experience in helping to raise children, then look no further than Andi’s Daycare.
Andi and her husband Heinz run the school and they have 4 employees to help with the kids. Her staff have been with her for YEARS! Zero turn over and absolutely wonderful women who genuinely care about the children. Many families use the staff for private care on the weekends or at night.
Andi primarily focuses on the babies and ensures that they have a smooth transition into the daycare. She gets them into a routine, which is truly a gift to the parents! Andi keeps the daycare spotless and ensures that all the children have a predictable schedule which is crucial to helping them feel comfortable and happy.
Heinz works with the older kids and they LOVE him! He teaches them everything from their ABC’s, how to count and sing to to exotic birds, farm animals and sea life. He does projects with them, teaching them how to draw and paint (sounds easy, but it’s a task for a 2 year old!). He has endless patience when it comes to children and they adore him.
When my husband and I toured preschools in the area, we found that Andi’s is very well-​loved amongst the schools. The preschool directors sing her praises and love the kids that come from her daycare because they are so well adjusted, happy, confident and almost always potty-​trained.
There are so many positives about Andi’s and I highly recommend it for anyone who needs childcare!

When it comes to your kids, is there a better compliment to a daycare than being repeat customers? We’ve sent two kids to Andi’s now and have been completely pleased with the experience. First and foremost, I always felt like our kids were safe when we dropped them off and not just because the facilities are safe (which they are), but because Andi and her staff pay attention to your children. Andi knows each child’s routine (down to when they eat, when to expect a full diaper, what the warning signs are when it’s time to sleep) and she can tell you everyday how things are going and how the day went. You can tell that Andi and her staff genuinely care about your kids and pay attention to each one individually.
Every kid is special and unique and that’s how we felt as first time parents. We wanted to think that everything our boy did was so amazing and one of a kind. But when your little baby has his first «unique» rash or bites 6 of her closest friends in the same day, what you want is to feel like this is normal and that everything will be okay. We’ve had both of those experiences and we were so grateful to have Andi to put us at ease. She gives parents very practical and no-​nonsense advice, which is especially valuable when you are new to this whole parenting thing.
I could go on and on about other things; our kids love it, they have a reliable routine (which is very important for young ones as it gives a sense of predictability and comfort to their lives), her staff are incredibly loving and caring, the kids actually learn things (my 2-​year-​old came home and showed me the crescent moon) and I’ve picked up my son at all different hours and the kids always seem very happy. Who knows, maybe in a year or two I’ll be there with a third!