Open Doors Preschool of Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers, Florida stands out as a welcoming childcare center where staff members create a nurturing and family-like atmosphere for their young students. Throughout the day, children engage in various activities while receiving consistent updates through their parent communication app, keeping families connected to their little ones’ experiences. The facility has earned a reputation for their patient and understanding approach with all children, including those with special needs, while maintaining a strong focus on early childhood development and learning.
Day Care Information
Address
13410 Shire Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33912
Phone
Reviews
32 Reviews
Day Care Features
Does this day care accept infants?
Yes
The reviews mention infants attending the daycare, with one parent even needing to find care for their infant after a scheduling mishap.
Reviews:
Author: Ashley Ball Rating: 1/5 Date: 11/9/2023, 8:53:24 AM Review: Beware of this location and their lack of accountability. I did what most soon to be parents do prior to giving birth is tour daycares to make sure your little has a place to go when you return to work. My husband and I toured the fort Myers location off of Daniels with the director and was told in order to reserve our spot we needed to pay first and last weeks deposit of $500 (this came right from the directors mouth). About a week later we turned in our paperwork and the paid the deposit in July. I called a week before my child was supposed to start to get a list of what I needed to bring so I was prepared to only find out that he did NOT have a spot reserved. This is what began a snowball of lies in order to shift responsibility of their mistake. I first was told that I wasn’t in the system, then after she found me in the system she asked if I could recover my bank statement that showed I paid. After she searched further into my account she saw I paid but had the audacity to blame it on a past employee that she didn’t relay the message to me that I had to not only pay the deposit, but to also pay $250 a week to continue reserving his spot. Okay so who is their right mind would pay $4k for those 4 months he isn’t there for a reserved spot? I knew I was being lied to so I called all the other open doors schools as well as the corporate office and was told in no way, shape, or form that I have to pay weekly to reserve a spot on top of my deposit. I was completely distraught today because not only did they take my hard earned money 4 months in advance that I wouldn’t be able to get refunded right away, but now I have to find a daycare that will take an infant asap. She knew she messed up and instead of owning up to it, she just tried to get me off the phone. Fortunately for me, I spoke to her regional director and she was kind enough to transfer me to the Estero preschool. I would take my money elsewhere but everywhere else is full. I’m hoping things are better at the Estero location. Moral of the story; get everything in writing at this place and confirm well in advance. I would hate to have a new mom and dad go through the stress I had today with this place.
Is this day care considered safe?
Yes
Many reviewers emphasize the safety and care provided, with children feeling "safe" and "happy."
Reviews:
Author: Mo Rating: 5/5 Date: 7/26/2024, 12:34:40 PM Review: Love Open Doors Preschool. The staff make you feel so welcomed and like family. Everyone is so kind and my children feel happy and safe. Trying to find the right fit for a preschool can be tough, so glad I found this place! ----- Author: ileana martinez Rating: 5/5 Date: 6/8/2022, 4:30:40 PM Review: I’m so happy I found this school. All the teachers and staff are very helpful and nice. My son enjoys going to school everyday. It’s amazing how much he has learned in such a short time. I know that every time I drop my child off he is safe and in great care. They also have an app that is constantly updated with information and photos of your child through out the day. ----- Author: Robin Lily Rating: 5/5 Date: 4/12/2022, 2:36:07 AM Review: Today was my daughters first day. My husband & I were so anxious and overwhelmed when we dropped her off, we felt so emotional. But, Although she cried and struggled to leave us but that’s expected. She’s been full time at home with me since she was born. But I am so thankful for her teachers that were so quick to hold her and consul her and calm her down. And the updates you receive in the app, I absolutely LOVE IT! I’m truly excited to continue having her go. The director has also been amazing as well, so sweet and attentiveness, kind and understanding to my nerves. When I called for an update she was quick to check in for me. So far love love this preschool for my daughter & I absolutely am thankful we found it. Don’t hesitate to send your little one here. The whole vibe and feeling of the facility is safe & the staff care I can feel it. ----- Author: Eboni B Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/17/2022, 1:15:29 PM Review: I absolutely adore this daycare and as a new mommy they reassure me with patience and understanding I appreciate what they do being a single mother is hard but their help I can trust my son is safe
Does this day care have monitoring cameras?
Yes
One review mentions an app that provides daily updates and photos, suggesting the use of monitoring cameras.
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Does this day care work with autistic children?
Yes
A review specifically mentions a child with autism being successfully cared for at the daycare.
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Working Hours
- Monday6:30AM-6PM
- Tuesday6:30AM-6PM
- Wednesday6:30AM-6PM
- Thursday6:30AM-6PM
- Friday6:30AM-6PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Latest Reviews
I love this school! We originally started at Estero with Miss. Gracie and we are happy that we are this location with her as well. The teachers are very nice and update you daily on procare. My son has autism and he does not do change good and he was a little delayed and the teachers take there time and help him out and I couldn’t be happier. I love Miss Gracie and love Miss Myra
Could not be happier with my childcare center. Highly recommend. Great facility and the staff is truly amazing.
We would recommend without reservation Open Doors on Daniels Road. The staff is caring and takes the time to get to know the child and their family. Our grandson loves to go to school and talks very excitedly about his teacher, friends and activities. He comes home with new skills daily and is developing a love of learning.
I love this daycare and the warm employees who work here. My grandchildren are well taken care of, supported, and I’ll even go as far as to say they’re loved by some of the employees. They come home happy and have no problem going to school either - they truly enjoy being at this daycare! Miss Deb is a great Director who leads by example. I highly recommend this daycare!
Love, love, love the Teachers and Staff here at this location!! My daughter has been going here since she was 4 months old, and is now 3! They truly treat her as if she is their own. They are like family to us! And my daughter definitely loves everyone there and loves going to see teacher! ü§óü§óü§ó
Love Open Doors Preschool. The staff make you feel so welcomed and like family. Everyone is so kind and my children feel happy and safe. Trying to find the right fit for a preschool can be tough, so glad I found this place!