Creative Beginnings Preschool in Ocala, Florida offers a structured learning environment with daily activities including outdoor playtime, arts and crafts, and educational programming. The facility maintains high security standards with fingerprint entry and provides regular communication to parents through photos and activity calendars about their children’s progress. While some families praise the warm, nurturing atmosphere and educational achievements, others have noted challenges with special needs accommodation and staff communication styles.
Day Care Information
Address
5870 SE 85th Ln, Ocala, FL 34472
Phone
Reviews
73 Reviews
Day Care Features
Is this day care considered safe?
Yes
Multiple reviews cite safety measures as a positive aspect of this daycare, including security features and a safe outdoor play area.
Reviews:
Author: Yaitza Fuentes Rating: 5/5 Date: 7/16/2024, 10:54:44 PM Review: We Love Creative Beginnings Preschool {The Blue School} like my girl’s would say. My husband and I visited many Daycares and no one topped CBP. Our 1st impressions were that the school was very clean, everything was well organized (playtime, nap time, lunch time). My daughter’s were blessed to have amazing teachers. It was super important for our girl’s to feel safe as if they were home and CBP did that for them. My niece and nephews also attended CBP and they loved it. As parents we want a safe environment, great communication and that peace of mind and Creative Beginnings Preschool did that for us. ----- Author: Jessica D Rating: 5/5 Date: 7/2/2024, 11:18:11 PM Review: After looking and touring a few other preschools it was an easy decision to make. My child has excelled so much throughout the short amount of time that we have been here. I love that the school has events like the book fair, donuts for dads, etc. Not only do they care about your child but also the families involvement. I feel at ease knowing that my child is in a safe, healthy, creative and loving environment. ----- Author: Jessica Funk Rating: 5/5 Date: 4/26/2024, 12:00:34 AM Review: This is the best preschool in the Ocala area. The director follows all of the protocols to keep all of the students safe. I never have to worry about my daughter while I am at work. Also, the teachers my daughter has had, have gone above and beyond to help with potty training. The best part is that they are family oriented and they have family involvement opportunities all of the time. ----- Author: Sara West Rating: 5/5 Date: 4/24/2024, 1:01:22 PM Review: First of all there is not enough space here to begin to describe how amazing Creative Beginnings Preschool actually is. Ms. Erin has created a safe and interactive learning experience that exceeds expectations and truly goes above and beyond in every way. This is the one place I feel safe leaving my child. Each child is so much more than a number and we have absolutely grown to love our Creative Beginnings Family. If you are even considering putting your child here, just do it as you will not be disappointed and your child will be blessed to become a part of the CBP family.
Does this day care have monitoring cameras?
Yes
One review mentions video surveillance as a security feature.
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Working Hours
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday7AM-5:15PM
- Wednesday7AM-5:15PM
- Thursday7AM-5:15PM
- Friday7AM-5:15PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Latest Reviews
My daughter went to CBP and absolutely loved it! Their VPK program is absolutely amazing! My daughter learned sight words, how to write , and started to read in this program at 4-5. This program was so amazing to have her in she is currently exceeding above grade level in all subjects in kindergarten I have this program to thank for that. They are extremely patient with every child.(my daughter is not the easiest haha) They also offered occupational therapy to help her regulate her emotions which helped her a lot! I really do love this program and the school. I recommend it to anyone asking me about VPK.
We absolutely recommend and love this school. Every single person who interacted with us or our son genuinely cared and they were so supportive. Kids truly thrive in this environment and we can’t thank this school enough for everything.
Our family had such a great experience at CBP! Our son Beau went to CBP for VPK for only a few short months before our family relocated to a different county for my husband’s job. However, we are so thankful for the time we spent with CBP. From the moment we toured the campus, I knew we were going to have a good experience. Everyone is so nice & welcoming. The classrooms are new & clean. Drop off & pick-up’s are super easy! They are very well-organized. Ms. Emily was a fantastic teacher! Our son learned so much from her. He is still recites the memory verse “God is with you wherever you go” sometimes! All the staff at CBP were exceptional! We wish we could’ve taken CBP with us when we moved. We truly miss it! If you’re in Ocala & looking for a preschool for your kiddo, this is the place!!!
I’m deeply disappointed and frustrated with my experience at this daycare. It’s incredibly disheartening to see a place that is supposed to care for and nurture young children practice blatant discrimination against children with special needs.When we first reached out, they assured us they provided therapy services and support for children with special needs, which was a big reason we chose them. However, after we paid their non-refundable registration fee, it quickly became clear that these “therapy services” were nothing but a sales pitch.Once enrolled, it was obvious they had no intention or resources to actually support our child’s needs. The staff seemed irritated and unprepared whenever we asked accommodations. This kind of exclusionary approach is not only unprofessional, but it’s also a failure to recognize the needs of all children. They didn’t even make an effort to discuss how they might include or support our child. Every child deserves to feel welcomed and valued in an environment meant for their development and care. Instead, this daycare made it clear that children who don’t fit a “typical” mold aren’t welcome, which is simply unacceptable. If you’re a parent of a child with special needs, I urge you to consider another facility. It’s devastating to think that children might face such discrimination at such a young age, and I hope this daycare takes serious steps toward inclusion in the future.
We had a horrible experience at this daycare when our child started. We had problems constantly with the teachers and staff attitudes and treatment. They would call us over the smallest things ( if we forgot a blanket, towel, etc) they were very racist and it showed in their actions and behaviors towards us. The owner has a very bad attitude and all her staff as well. When we pulled our child out, it was the best decision we ever made and have him at an amazing child care facility now that we love and feel cared for. I do not recommend this facility.
This place is a joke
Our daughters received a great education and we had an amazing experience with this preschool. We are truly grateful for their care and support of our children during their time here. Both children started at 3 months old and received nothing less than amazing care, love, and attention. Again, we are truly grateful for the time we have been able to be apart of the Creative Beginnings Preschool family.
We Love Creative Beginnings Preschool {The Blue School} like my girl’s would say. My husband and I visited many Daycares and no one topped CBP. Our 1st impressions were that the school was very clean, everything was well organized (playtime, nap time, lunch time). My daughter’s were blessed to have amazing teachers. It was super important for our girl’s to feel safe as if they were home and CBP did that for them. My niece and nephews also attended CBP and they loved it. As parents we want a safe environment, great communication and that peace of mind and Creative Beginnings Preschool did that for us.