La Petite Academy

This review is for tour appointment. I had an appointment scheduled to tour the day care and they even called the previous day to confirm the appointment. I show up at the day care and they ask me reschedule after making me wait for 10 minutes and didn’t apologize. Please respect people’s time and have some courtesy for someone who has made an appointment in advance and turned up at your door. The reason they gave me for canceling was that they had a parent teacher meeting. Then why call and confirm the appointment! I work in San Ramon and I specifically took time off from work to make it to your appointment! I won’t be rescheduling and you lost my business and I will not recommend to others.

My family loves La Petite! My son’s been in the infant room, the toddler room, and the 2’s. All the teachers he’s had in all of those rooms are fantastic. I trust them so much that I’ve considered using some of them as babysitters. My son looks forward to going to school, which I think is a big indicator of how this school is run. It’s such peace of mind knowing he’s in good hands and enjoying himself. The director and assistant director are awesome. They’re easy to work with and so pleasant. They have their hands so full, but I can tell they love what they do and are truly dedicated to the facility. I often see them in the rooms interacting with the kids, singing to them, and reading them stories and I feel like they know each and every one of the kids personally and really care about them. Another perk that is great as a working parent: they have an app that sends you updates in real time. They let me know what, when, and how much he ate; what activities he’s doing; they even send pics. It’s so nice getting pics of my son while I’m at work! La Petite Pleasanton: keep up the great work!

I don’t have anything but nice words for this daycare. Both my kids go there, one for pre-​school and the other for after-​school care. The teachers and care-​givers are the best. This is my son’s first day care and he absolutely looks forward to going there every morning. A big shout out to Miss Vanessa, Miss Carolyn, Miss Priya and Ms Roxanne who have been taking care of him for the past one year. A bunch of wonderful and caring people. I am amazed how some people have commented badly about the Director Ms Shaina here. She is totally the opposite! A wonderful person who reassured me about my son’s well being during his initial days of starting La Petite. Very responsive and accommodating. So is the Assistant Director Ms. Sierra who always has a smiley face. Ms Jasmine is a totally energetic and happy lady entertaining and helping out the school age kids where my daughter goes who also disciplines the unruly kids well. I feel extremely relaxed and reassured seeing the happy faces of my kids in the evening when I go to pick them up.
The school is well organized and clean. I highly recommend this place to anyone!

My children attended this center for a few years. The staff is very loving and caring and at times it would feel like the care from an in home childcare provider, which is a lot like family. The teachers are great, but they could be better if they had more support from the administrative staff and management. The center was better until the previous director left and the director in training took over. She is not flexible, she does what she wants to accommodate who she wants. The numbers have dropped tremendously since she’s been in charge and the atmosphere is just uncomfortable. The staff doesn’t seem to be as happy as they have been in the past, and unfortunately it shows because no one wants to work in a place they are uncomfortable in. When management changes and actually seems to care about ALL of the families that choose this center, it might earn more stars.
Most teachers that were there when we were have left, and many had been there for YEARS! Says a lot about the new environment.
Don’t forget to check the violations on their licensing.

La Petite is outstanding. Everyday I am so impressed by the level of professionalism and love each teacher shares with all the children. All the teachers are passionate in providing a stimulating and loving environment.
I’m a new mom who desperately did not want to miss a minute of my daughters life. In February La Petite launched an app for my phone that keeps me up to date on everything (pictures of her having fun, activities she is doing, sleeping, diapers and eating) throughout the day. It gives me such a peace of mind knowing what is happening with her throughout the day.
Best of all, I have not struggled to have my daughters go to her teachers when I go to leave and she almost always greets me with excitement and a smile. Now that she is 13 months she points out the art she did during the day when I pick her up. It makes my entire day that she not only (yes, 13 months) takes pride in her work but, she has been provided such a stimulating environment that her development has been exceptional.
I wanted to write this review for all the new mom’s scared about daycare. A year ago I found La Petite after a miserable aupair experience. As a new mommy I was terrified as I went through my day care options. Until the day I found La Petite. Shaina the Director was professional and a mom who demonstrated she understood my fear. I knew right away that I knew my daughter would not only be well cared for but in a loving environment. My daughter thrives at la petite. As an only child she has family there. La Petite is a wonderful place for any family. It is pricey but, every dime is worth my peace of mind and the happiness I see in my daughter each day.

My child started attending this school at age 3 months. The facility is very clean and well managed, and the teachers/​staff are very professional and caring. The director, Ms. Shaina, is one of the nicest and sweetest people I’ve ever met! Several months ago we left the school because we moved to another city and tried homecare for a while; however, we really missed the quality of care this school offers and decided to return and put up with a longer commute. It was the best childcare decision we’ve made. The environment of this school is much more intellectually stimulating compared to small home-​based centers. My child receives lots of care and love is very happy at school.

My child in the twos and their teacher Mrs Jane she s gone for some resins that nobody knows anytime I take my son there is the driver girl there and different person and when I pick him the director assistant this kids has no official teacher they are not learning anything it’s like I Drop my child to play and come back for picking up that’s all … It’s bad they are so friendly at beginnings but lately kids are not clean not learning just playing or outside or sleeping that’s how they spend the day and we poor parents think our kids are having good time leaning new things …

The Pleasanton location of La Petite Academy is a wonderful place! My oldest attended from 18 months to the start of Kindergarten, and my youngest has been attending since she was an infant. We love the community here — from the caring and thoughtful teachers to the creative and attentive staff! Most important, we really appreciate how everyone seems to really care for our children and that the girls are excited about going.

This is such a great place to bring your kids. As a mother you know right away if you feel safe and trust the people around you that this is the place to bring your child. The teachers are so awesome and so positive I’m very thankful I found this place!

My son loves this school, he is the second child I have had that attended this location, I had one big problem with them regarding the transportation before and after school, that is the only reason I did not give 5 stars, after going back and forth and having to contact the corporate office it was finally resolved. That situation however has nothing to do with the way my child is cared for, I am very confident with the care he is given there and am at piece when I go to work because I know that he is being well taken care of. If you are looking for a great place to bring your children for care this is the place.

We’ve sent our little guy to La Petite Academy for the last two years, and the experience has been positive. My son absolutely adores his teachers (shout out to Carolyn, Cassie, Esther, T & Tyler!), who’ve always expressed sincere attentiveness, caring and empathy. I’d also note that the on the administrative front, things have become more efficient over the last year. First, the introduction of Director Blake has made things easier, such as rescheduling days and ease of communications. Secondly, La Petite had started to embrace technology more; this is evident with the streamlined check-​in system (no longer needing to sign in/​out on multiple paper sheets) and the use of the PreciouStatus app for regular updates.

I love La Petite. They have taken wonderful care of my daughter. We have had our daughter at multiple locations here in the tri-​valley area and by far LPA is the best. The teachers are knowledgeable and go out of their way to do special activities with their children. They provide nutritious food for snack and lunch. LPA also provides frequent updates about what your child is doing during the day as well as provide pictures. It is great to feel in touch with what your child is doing during the day. My daughter has food allergies and the school went out of their way to provide special food for her. They also never had issues with me bringing in items for her to eat. I feel so lucky to find LPA and have my daughter there.

We’ve had the most wonderful experience at La Petite. As first time parents we didn’t know what to expect, but LPA has gone above and beyond for our daughter. She started in the infant room when she was 5.5 months old and Ms Sierra, Elyse and Esther could not have been better. Our daughter learned so much from that classroom and loved going to school every day. She was an early walker (I think it’s from being around all the kids) and the school and teachers adjusted to her milestones quickly and easily. She is now in the Toddler room and Ms T and Cassie are also wonderful. It’s so fun to watch her interact with her school friends — playing, reading books, doing arts & crafts. We are so thankful to La Petite and so happy our baby girl is thriving there.

STAY AWAY!!! You’re better of having your children roam the street than sending your kids here. My son was there for three weeks and in that time, he lost 3 lbs, was crying everyday and was just miserable. We asked his teachers to give him food that we sent from home since he wouldn’t eat what they provided and they flat out told us «No» (my son was 2!). The last straw was when we picked him up and he was walking around in a dirty diaper that clearly was not «new». We were out of there that day.
This place is just awful… nothing is worth jeopardizing your child’s mental and physical growth. It still enrages me as to what my child must have been going through for those 15 days, 8 hours every day. Total idiots.

We have been taking our 4.5 year old here for over a year. He absolutely loved it. The teachers obviously care about the children. They are a really knowledgable and compassionate team. The facility is bright and clean.
The curriculum for Kindergarten prep seems engaging and sparks his interest. This year they seem to have improved their home communication which I greatly appreciated.
If I had to pick one thing I didn’t care for, it would be that staff turnover seems a bit high. When your child loves their teacher, this can be a bit difficult to explain. Of course, this isn’t always in their control. Every teacher I’ve interacted with has always gone above and beyond my expectations, so that helps with the transitions.
Miss Gerry is a wonderful director. She has been a great resource for our family and our son has thrived here. We are very sad to leave Pleasanton and therefore La Petite Academy. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

We have had both our 4yr old and 1 year old at La Petite and have had a great experience. I understand things can happen, and they happen everywhere but we’ve had no issues. If you can afford it, you should consider it.

My son has been attending La Petit for almost a year. He moved from the toddler room to the 2-​year old class and I’ve been impressed with the staff. All of the teachers (even the teachers in the older classes) know him and they are always so warm when we arrive each morning. He’s learned so much academically as well as socially. I feel very confident leaving my little boy here.

My son has been coming here for 3 years now. He started in Kindergarten, and was going to Kindercare at first. I have to say I love the Staff here better. They always greet you at the entrance, and when you leave. Ms. Jerry, Nadia, Helen, and all the other Staff are always willing to help you. My son has no complaints, and loves coming to La Petite. The only thing I don’t really favor is their Summer Enrollment add’l Fee of $ 145, which they’ve done same thing over and over again each year. Maybe change the activities, and itinerary a little better. Other than that, I do recommend your kids being here.

WOW… If you are thinking of enrolling your child here at this center don’t walk away RUN. My son has been in child care for quite some time and this center is by far the worst I have EVER seen. In the small amount of time my son was here there were numerous things that happened that scare me. I had a child’s parent call me and tell me the teacher pulls cots from out under the children, the state has been there several times for the neglect of the teachers, i.e. leaving children out on the playground all ALONE. And the most recent incident that happened that sent me over the edge was a child left the center and NO ONE was aware of it. If you care about your child and want them to be cared for DO NOT send them here. The supposed «teachers» do not teach your children they do art work all day. My son NO way was ready for Kindergarten thankfully I do school/​learning activities with him so he is now ready. This center I’ am sure will be closed soon however needed to let other parents know of the horrible things that go on here.