Description: Jessica's Little Explorers Family Child Care, owned and operated by Jessica Pietrasz of Agawam, is a safe and nurturing environment where children ages 0-5 years can grow and explore through play. Children enjoy a wide variety of age-appropriate activities which change weekly by theme. Thoroughout each day children will have the opportunity to be involved in teacher-directed activities as well as free-play in the center areas of their choice.
My first child started attending this daycare 7 years ago and he was fully prepared for kindergarten upon graduation from this daycare. My second child started attending this daycare just as my oldest graduated from here and he loves it still today as do we. There are so many wonderful things that I want to share with you in this review but it would be nearly impossible to list everything that this daycare has done for my children in the past 7 years. They go above and beyond what's necessary to make sure that children are prepared for school Beyond preschool. It is a caring environment, the teachers explain things in a way that children can best understand and they get down to their level to really communicate best. I've learned some great parenting tricks from them and they're excellent about communicating with parents about what's being learned, and what Milestones the children are reaching. When my first baby started an I went back to work she would text my throughout the day with photos and little notes and shared the fun moments to brighten my day. There are endless arts and crafts projects, singing, dancing, and learning while having fun. I'm constantly surprised by the creative ways she gets them engaged in activities that you don't think they'd be capable of. This week my four-year-old memorized my phone number and completely surprised me. She is establishes different activity centers for the children to explore including science, math, sensory, writing, reading, and creative play. She probably has others too but I just can't remember them all. She also likes to celebrate their achievements and recognizes their hard work in fun ways. She cares about the families of the children and creates fun events through the year including a holiday party, end of the school year celebration, and other gatherings. She has a great meal plan with healthy options and encourages the children to at least try and they're often surprised that they like something and come home asking for more. They enjoy being outside in the backyard for activities and playtime whenever the weather is appropriate and they also take occasional field trips to learn about Public Safety, farming, or just enjoy some free time at the community park nearby. This daycare is simply fantastic I hope this review was helpful. (mom of two caring smarty-pants thanks to Jessica. You helped me raise them right)
Excellent Daycare facility. I have have my children in a few different daycare facilities. This by far is the best I have found. My children have grown and flourished as a result of being in this environment. It is very clean and very safe for little ones. They learned sign language, how to be a good friend, spelling there name, ect. My older ones have grown more confident in there reading skills and beginner math. I am very thankful for this daycare. They are professional and with the kids coming first. Communication between parent and teacher is excellent. Love the daily reports both written and verbal. (written is great. If my husband picks up I have a report of the day that I can read. Love this.) Special events like Breakfast with Santa and the Boo Bash just wonderful. I have had my baby, toddler, and preschooler enrolled and I would not have them go anywhere else. I have recommend them out to many of my friends and family.