Schools near Odessa, FL

“My son started at Keystone Children’s Academy when he was only two years old, first time being care by someone that is not me, and we were scare and worry, but they were amazing with him and my daughter for the after school program. We moved to another place and sadly today was our last day. My family will miss a lot all the staff and teachers, Miss Sandra, Miss Oma, Miss Zoey, Miss Didi, Thank you for taking care with love of my kids. I will miss you.”

“Discovery Point was such a saving grace to me and my family while we were in Odessa! As a new Mom with no family in town I was looking for a place where I could leave my child and have no worries. We found that with Discovery Point. They were our family. It is such a relief when you can leave your children and know they are well taken care of. The teachers are AMAZING!!! Some of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. My children learned so much while enrolled here. And, Erin is so so WONDERFUL!! She always kept me in the loop of anything going on and if there was anything I needed to bring. Everyone always updated me on my children and they loved them like they were their own. I was so sad to leave when we moved out of state, but will always remember our wonderful experience here and the wonderful people we met! THANK YOU!!! For always taking care of my babies!! You cannot go wrong with sending your children here! :)”

“We would like to express our sincere gratitude for all the dedication, patience, and love you give to the students every day. Thank you for creating a safe, positive, and inspiring environment where children can learn, grow, and feel valued.

Your hard work and commitment make a meaningful difference in the lives of every student and family. We truly appreciate all the support, guidance, and encouragement you provide throughout the school year.

Thank you for everything you do. Your efforts are deeply appreciated and will always be remembered.

With gratitude,
Maria niño”

“Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! And a big shoutout to all four of Kyilan’s preschool teachers for being so patient with my child and being there for him everyday and helping him learn and engage in activities daily I appreciate you ladies for everything. Thank you for being caring and dedicated! I’m so grateful for each one of you my son loves this school so much”

“Both of my kids have attended primrose since early infancy (about 3 months) and we have never felt any apprehension about sending them to school. In fact, we have always felt comfort and confidence knowing our kids are in good hands. There are so many teachers that my kids have adored and loved which makes me feel more comfortable sending them to school! They have both learned so much and have developed so well while at Primrose. We could not be happier.”

“SBR has the most compassionate and fantastic teachers and staff. After driving by this location for almost 15 years, we finally found our way home to SBR by several referrals from Westchase families. We were pleasantly shocked to learn that they had been in business for over 40 years, but as we conclude our time here this summer as our youngest heads off to kindergarten, it's no surprise how they've been so successful for this long.

Our top 5 favorite things about SBR
1. The teachers and staff. It's rare to find consistency in staff at daycares, and we have been so fortunate to have found that here.
2. The facilities. Our daughter LOVES the outside area here - the kids get to explore a greenhouse (where they also see/learn first hand how to grow healthy foods), another play 'barn', and otherwise get to explore nature in a safe environment.
3. The education/curriculum. A very play based environment, where our child thrives. We just got our childs year-end VPK score back, and she is testing at the 1st grade, 6 month level. Outstanding commitment to preparation for kindergarten.
4. The reasonable tuition
5. The food (that comes with tuition!)

Huge thank you to Sherri and Zulma for welcoming us with wide arms into your school 2 years ago. We will miss you SO much this August when we head off to K!”

“This facility takes great care of their kiddos. Maria runs this place well and is courteous and helpful if any problems arise. Kayla is fantastic as her right hand woman in making sure to be available for any questions or concerns and is a welcome face to see. Ashley F is amazing with these kids! She has helped many tots open up and you can really tell she puts her all into this place.”

“My son loves this place he's been there since he was 9 months and now he's 5 yrs , he loves the teachers. The teachers are amazing Ms.Jennifer , Ms. Melissa and Mr.Jared did a great job with the kids. My son had the best years with Discovery Point Trinity.”

“My oldest son completed the VPK program with Mrs. Yvonne, and it was a year where I saw him grow positively, he fit in very well with the group. Mrs. Yvonne always provided us with good attention and excellent communication, both in person and through the childcare app. I want to thank Mrs. Surely for giving us the opportunity to enroll our children in childcare with them. They have helped us at the crucial time when we needed to find a childcare center that gave us confidence that our children would be well cared for in a safe environment while we were at work, I knew my kids were going to be safe every day when I dropped them off before work. My oldest son also participated in summer camp. They went on weekly field trips and did fun activities. They were active throughout the day and were provided with quality breakfast, lunch, and snacks. The teachers knew the children's names and greeted them even if they were not assigned to their group. My second son participated in the childcare from two months to two years old. Mrs. Zunilda did an excellent job with the infant group. I am very grateful to her for inspiring my confidence and maintaining a peaceful atmosphere in the classroom. I always saw her giving good attention and care to the babies when they cried. Mrs Kathy did an excellent job as well in the infants group sharing fun videos through the app of my son when he was playing. My son then moved to the one-year-old group when he turned one and adjusted very well to the new group. Mrs. Alieta and Mrs. Yamila maintained excellent group management and control. My children were always happy when they were dismissed at pick up time in the afternoon, in clean conditions and their belongings were neatly organized in their backpacks. I always appreciate the attention; Thank You! You have an excellent and very friendly team.”

“The VPK teachers create an environment that encourages learning at all levels, inclusion, helps them navigate emotions/friendships, and teaches them to give back to their communities. The communication is wonderful and I love getting pictures/updates from the teacher about what my daughter is learning throughout the week. Our daughter loves going to school and asks to go to school on the weekends. We all have absolutely loved our experience at Primrose for VPK.”

“The teachers and staff at Children’s Nest Day School in Lutz are nothing short of amazing. They’re a family-owned business and after your first interaction, it becomes evident. They treat everyone with kindness, and a caring empathy that you may never find anywhere else. My son has loved every minute of every day he’s spent there. All the teachers there are great, but big shoutout to VPK teacher Ms Lisa, who creates an amazing bond through learning with all of her students. They are always having special events or activities, keep the class sizes small to maximize the attention each child receives, keep parents in the loop and well informed, and generally treat each child with patience, love, and care. I could not recommend Mrs Jennifer and her staff more.”

“We are so grateful for the wonderful experience our family has had with Primrose Carrollwood! Our children have grown so much—socially, emotionally, and academically—thanks to the engaging curriculum and supportive environment they provide. It gives us such peace of mind knowing our child is in a safe, nurturing place where they feel happy and excited to learn. I believe our children are better prepared and have ahead start in their next educational journey. Thank you, Primrose Carrollwood, for everything you do!”

“I have had such a great experience with my daughter attending The Goddard VPK program. They are great with communications, parent involvement, and always greeted with a friendly face. We will miss being at Goddard since my daughter will be moving onto kindergarten next year. I feel that Goddard has done such a great job building a foundation to prepare my daughter for kindergarten.”

“Love the environment there they were very very nice people made me feel comfortable to leave my two kids there.I am very happy that I took my daughter out of top kids on central ave.”

“I transferred my son and daughter here after having some issues with the previous childcare provider due to my son’s behavioral problems. I explained his issues and they willingly accept him and worked with him until the therapist came in action and his tantrums were reduced to zero. I’m especially grateful to Ms Yolanda and Ms Scarlett, my son loves them very much but he is very fond to Ms Yolanda I can’t thank them enough to love and take care of my child. Thank you so much”

“We have had such a wonderful experience with this daycare. From day one, the staff has been welcoming, caring, and attentive, which immediately gave us peace of mind as parents. It’s clear that the teachers truly love what they do and genuinely care about each child’s growth, safety, and happiness.

My daughter feels comfortable, loved, and excited to be there, which means everything to us. The environment is clean, structured, and nurturing, with a great balance of learning, play, and social development. Communication with staff is always clear and respectful, and we appreciate how involved and informed we are about our child’s day.

We are so grateful for the positive impact this daycare has had on our daughter’s development. I would highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a safe, supportive, and loving place for their child”

“Blue Summit Academy is a diamond in the rough. My son received the most intentional and nurturing care from all staff members. From the curriculum to the friendly atmosphere this center cares for the whole child. As an Early Childhood Administrator, the quality of this school is not something you see every day!”

“My daughter had a great experience in her 3 years at Smart Start! The teachers are so loving and nurturing, she made great friends, and she was so well-prepared for kindergarten. Highly recommend!”

“I cannot thank Children’s Courtyard enough for their outstanding services. I enrolled my youngest son into VPK last year and my oldest for early care before being transported to his school. After the school year, we kept them there for summer camp part time. I can only say amazing things about this school as well all the teachers! I want to name drop everyone but Ms. Dana, Ms. Robin, Ms. Jo, Mr. Josh, and Ms. Debbie- they all went above and beyond to make sure the children enrolled were happy and making learning FUN. I hate to leave this school, but I am hoping in the next few years, we can enroll my youngest into the VPK program and plan to recommend them to any family I know locally!!
Thank you, Children’s Courtyard Land O Lakes. <3”

“this place is perfect for your child.Academically, the children who attend this place enter kindergarten above average.They teach them too much and in the most didactic way.the directors and their staff are incredible, they are all adorable.I guarantee that your son will never want to leave here.This place is wonderful!!”

“As a current parent and former employee I am so glad to have found Hillel. My kids have a great time and actually enjoy going to school! They’re safe, healthy and their minds are being enriched every day. You could not find a better school than Hillel.”

“I started my girls under the new staff about a month ago and I have never been happier with a childcare facility. Not only do I receive multiple updates on my children throughout the day and the cutest pictures of my children, my girls themselves tell me how much they love school and their teachers. I've also seen an improvement in behavioral senses as well. EVERY single person there has a passion for children and as a parent who is raising my cnildren in a Christian centered home I am extremely grateful for the exceptional care and faith based circiculum my children receive. Thank you to everyone at the learning ladder for all you do!!”

“We loved this daycare I brought my daughter for Pre-K and she absolutely loved it. Great teachers who actually care about the children in their care. My daughter has learned so much and I’m so grateful for Ms. Rachel and staff!”

“We have been part of La Petite Academy S Village for about 6 years, and it has been a truly wonderful experience! Ms. Amanda, the director, and Ms. McKenzie, the assistant director, go above and beyond to create a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment for all the kids. They are always approachable, professional, and dedicated to making the daycare feel like a second home.

A special shoutout to Ms. Alexis, who has been such an incredible teacher. Her patience, creativity, and genuine care for the kids have made a lasting impression on my family.

The curriculum is engaging and well-rounded, helping my kids grow socially, emotionally, and academically. From the thoughtful activities to the excellent communication from the staff, every detail reflects their commitment to excellence.

I always recommend La Petite Academy to anyone looking for high-quality childcare. It’s a place you can trust, and the positive impact it has had on our family is something we will always cherish.”

“Recently enhanced security, enriching activities and updated tech in all the classrooms. VPK and after-school care are offered with an experienced and caring staff. Great choice for a preschool in the Forest Hills area in Tampa.”

“We are so grateful for the amazing teachers and staff at Discovery Point Lutz! Their loving and patient approach creates a safe environment where students really thrive. A special shoutout to the friendly front office team- Miss Rachel and Miss Maggy are always willing to go the extra mile.”