Tiny Toes Childcare - Muskegon MI CHILD CARE GROUP HOME (CAPACITY 7-12)

2396 BLODGETT STREET , MUSKEGON MI 49441
(231) 755-0267
76 Reviews

About the Provider

Description: TINY TOES CHILDCARE is a CHILD CARE GROUP HOME (CAPACITY 7-12) in MUSKEGON MI, with a maximum capacity of 14 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: DG610338017
  • Capacity: 14
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: Half Day Program.
  • Current License Issue Date: Aug 11, 2021

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Saw this posted Feb 02, 2024

So basically, my child was turned around at daycare because he was 15mins early! Remind y’all I’m on a contract in Kalamazoo & my car is in the shop, now I asked the day before if it was ok if he came early, due to my car being down, she said yea between 7:30-8:30 ok cool, now I find him a ride to daycare he got turned around at 7:45 & he was supposed to be there at 8am! Thinking some people is CONSIDERATE, I would’ve thought she let him come since he was able to just come the day before! Now soon as I got into Muskegon I went & got my damn baby! Cause now you making me feel like you abandoned my child to turn him around a few minutes before you start his care knowing I’m nowhere around! That’s fucked up! Fast forward today I message her about a 30 day notice & even told her they can still come until the 30 days is up, remind y’all they are getting full time hours for rio & he is NEVER THERE! He go to school full days, 4/5 days a week. This lady gone tell me I have to pay her $740 upfront to release my kids contract, which is insane, not to mention she paid through DHS! I just told her I been working overtime cause my car was a $4000 fix! So I tell her ima contact my case worker & just put everything on the floor, she seen somebody that had a pending case with her on my status & started talking bout she taking legal actions, sent me a cease & decist off GOOGLE! I’m not scared of no court s***, just be ready to be guilty for all the s*** you doing on yo end, I never kicked nobody while they down, ion got no respect for nobody who do money hungry a** s*** & this about the 4th altercation i done had with they a**, but me tryna keep my kids happy, I’m steady letting them slide, not with this one tho! The daycare is TINY TOES! I hate to even have to do this type of s*** but something gotta get done!

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Marcy Dec 03, 2023
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We have never felt more at home then at Ms. Kellys. She welcomes us most mornings, as well as another nanny. House is always clean and smelling good. My kid jumps right into their arms and for the most part is always ready to leave me for them. I love the crafts they do with them. They did just redo the back yard for the kids too so they keep up with needed upgrades. i love that food is included too. my kid eats better for them than me!

dont be scared by the previous reviews, i've been here for almost 2 years and although the rules can be tough and annoying at times, they are their for a reason. and for that I trust them!

you wont find a better in home daycare

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Amari Jones Apr 28, 2023
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

This woman is scandalous she gave me fake documentation stating that she was no longer accepting dhs payments. She went as far as involving her entire staff. After investigating i found she was stealing money from not only me but the STATE OF MICHIGAN currently going through investigatas we speak

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MonaShoresMama4 Feb 19, 2023
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

The staff is on point with giving me details of my daughters day, they even post a weekly menu for us to see. My kid is always tired at Pick up, always talks about how great daycare was on the way home. Looking at the past reviews I was a little nervous, but Ive been here just over 16 months and nothing but great things to say about Kelli the owner and her assistants. Especially Q. Both are very knowledgeable and helpful with anything we need as a family. Amazing parties, VERY clean house, great system set up. Cameras are fantastic when needed. Super welcoming. 5+ stars from us!

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Kelly Oct 25, 2021
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Former parent of Tiny Toes

All you really need to do is look up on the LARA website all the complaints filed against her (which is ALOT). Here’s the link https://childcaresearch.apps.lara.state.mi.us/Home/FacilityProfile/DG610338017 (scroll down and each one is a different complaint you’re going to need a lot of time to go through those, so grab some coffee)

When we first started we really did like Kelli… but as time went on you start to realize what kind of person she is. She’s like a chameleon.

During COVID we hit some hard times and started to receive help from DHS. They covered the FULL 80hrs even though my child only went 3 days a week from June of 2020 up until last August of 2021. She would let me know if they had extra days and if they did she would charge me $80 out of pocket when in reality I didn’t need to pay anything because DHS actually covered it in full. Regardless if she went only 3 days or with the two extra days I would pay for She would still collect for the full amount. Per my contract she was only there for 3 days (9-3 but it changed to 9-4 then to 8-4) which is 21hrs a week…42hrs biweekly She claimed 90hrs bi weekly yet their hours since we joined had been reduced due to covid (which the contract we signed stated they were open until 5-5:30 but they never had those hours since we had been at that daycare) and would make that amount of hours impossible to reach since they weren’t open long enough. She also charged me late fees at 4:01 when per my contract I have stated I had until 5:30 on Friday… but I shouldn’t have been charged a late fee regardless since I shouldn’t of been paying out of pocket to begin with.

Also let’s say you are to be there at 8am. You have until 8:30 to get there or you can’t bring your kid at all and you still have to pay. No other daycare does this… why don’t they? Because they’re there anyway…You paid for the hours and if you’re late well you paid! So it doesn’t matter. But not with tiny toes.

Lucky for me I documented the days my daughter attended, didn’t attended, kept all dr visit on file with the days and times on file… I printed out all messages with the extra days she gave me and have all my receipts thanks to PayPal and FB… and I also documented anytime I paid in cash. So if you decide to go here document EVERYTHING and make sure to keep track of what you’re paying. Because she does her own finances and it’s sketchy.

If you show up at 3:58.. even 3:49 she will message you about being too close to 4:00… and give you a lecture about late fees yet you paid for those minutes!! So even if I came at 3:59 I’m on time! But in her mind….. it’s a different story.

WARNING: Her mood swings will give you whiplash!

If you have an infant they are to provide formula FREE (she does the Meijer brand anything else you are to bring your own)….. if you bring your own or doesn’t get brought up (she will say it’s in the pamphlet she gave you) she will claim that free formula to be reimbursed… so more money that she shouldn’t be claiming…. But waaait there’s more….

She makes up her own days off and will charge you for it but NOT pay the staff… just like when they were closed for covid (twice)… she received multiple grants from the state because of COVID but still charged the parents for those days… so she got paid more than once and none of the parents received any money back…. The staff wasn’t even paid their hourly rate with those grants. They didn’t get paid for those 4 weeks off…. But she got to keep the grants & the parents/dhs payments but didn’t have any employees to pay… just think about this part a bit… doesn’t seem right does it?

Now let’s talk ratios & the nannies…People stay there for the nannies! She will have the right amount of nannies working but do you ever notice one or two of them leaving to take HER kids to school or picking them up? (there goes the ratio) seeing them mow her lawn? Doing her laundry? Cleaning her house? Their ratios are off because what they’re being paid for is not what they’re actually doing! Pretty sure it’s illegal whats she doing. There may be one or two nannies down there but for the most part She gets away with it because they’re there… but they aren’t THERE there.. She has them do HER responsibilities…. she puts up a real good front! It’s cute.

So my advice to anyone reading this… find a different place. After I post this she will message all the parents to go write a good review! So most of the reviews on here are because she told them to write it. The bad ones I would go read those because they’re true… you’ll
Notice on here I was one of those parents who wrote good reviews after she would ask me to… before I knew her true character.

Almost all the parents that have left, left not on good terms. Well if they are just leaving because they started school those parents leave on good terms…. But for any other reason Whenever someone wants to leave all of a sudden there’s a problem…. And she always claims it’s never her it’s always the parent that’s the problem…but it can’t always be the parents that are the problem!! Especially with that many parents. There’s one constant in those scenarios.

I had to prepay for the month (it’s in the contract you pay the last 4 weeks minus your deposit you paid. Which also document what you paid as a deposit!! She tried to say I paid less that I only paid $60 I told her that’s incorrect and she said no that was right so then when I said I was going to pull my file to see how much I paid because that’s wrong she messaged me back oh no you’re right you paid this amount…) but I prepaid the 4 weeks and when I told the state they themselves told me I shouldn’t of had to pay cent since they were supposed to pay it. She said the state is always late paying… the states reply. We don’t pre pay the job.. just like at a job you get paid the hours biweekly after you do the job… also when she sends us the sheet with the hours. Funny that was an issue NOW but not before… I was honestly confused about the amounts she was saying I all of a sudden owed and started questioning it to better understand and instead of her talking about it like an adult she played the victim then she blocked me on FB, my daughters daycare group messaging, the daycare page & on the phone. She then would unblock me to send me a message and would block right after so I couldn’t reply. Mature right?! I’ll see if I can post screen shots… she blocked me when my daughter still had 30days left that was already paid for! Not many parents get to finish their 30days… because of the same issue…. Then the state said she was billing them for a lot of hours that weren’t even supposed to be billed since I paid out of pocket…

The owner is dishonest & untrustworthy. She takes more selfies on her bed more than anyone I know… she posts inappropriate statues as a daycare owner and mother of children who’s teachers follow her that shouldn’t be happening and I’m embarrassed for her. We left because of that behavior and the mouth she has on her is not one suitable for a daycare.

There is an ongoing case about her language in front of the children. She said, it’s her home
First and if how she speaks to her children bother you to find new care… her house is not that big. Her sons room is right there when you enter the house at the top of the first set of stairs. You can hear just fine wherever you are. When you run a business in your home then during business house with children present you should speak accordingly. That’s how most adults would think anyways. Have I heard anything with language…

I remember a dad (he ran in to pick up his daughter) left his truck door open in the driveway and Kelli couldn’t pull in. I was at the door with my daughter and another mother was sitting on the stairs and we were talking to one of the nannies and she came in heated shouting (his name) is a F$&!ing a$$hole!! Leaving his door open so I can’t even get into my own damn driveway (she sat there for a solid 2minutes like really?)… and yes there were kids present and not that far away from where she was saying this… since we were right above them and the stairs leading downstairs is right there… she has a voice that carries too… another time I came in the morning and two of the kids were being loud downstairs and she goes up to the gate looks down and shouts out *kid name & *kid name SHUT UP!!!! As the nanny next to her giggled and said you’re soooo mean! And she just did an eye roll and went back to the couch to sit down.

That was the beginning of me wanting to officially leave.

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Kendra McKenna Apr 13, 2021
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

The staff here are amazing my 2 girls attend here and love it... They are so helpful and heart warming women they have an amazing set up the kids get to play as well as learn and i really appreciate everything they have done to help teach my children???? highly recommended

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Kenzie Apr 08, 2021
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I have been going here for just over a year. It's been great. My daughter really seems to enjoy herself. The staff is very friendly, and I just love the crafts that come home weekly. the daycare is always buying new and updated stuff and the kids really seem to all truly care for the staff.

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Shelby Swanson Mar 08, 2021
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Kelli and her girls are amazing! They love my son like their own.

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BabyYoda Oct 30, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I wanted to leave a review based on Elizabeth's review below. This is not a place to personally attack someone especially another Mom so that is not why I am writing a review.   I'd just like to comment on the cons list.

Hours of operation: Corona has changed all business and our lifestyle. Retail businesses still have reduced hours so they can clean and for safety. I value the cleaning the staff does so much so if they want more time to do that and still be able to see their families I am all for it. The hours were discussed with each family and agreed to. I personally needed some later days and as long as I give notice by Wednesday at noon for the upcoming week it isn't a problem. This isn't a permanent closing time its what needs to happen to keep everyone safe for now.

Holidays: The list of holidays are given a year in advance and before you sign a contract. You either agree to them or if they don't work then you move on to someplace that does. They are not hidden and you have plenty of time to plan. Most of them like July 4, Christmas and Labor day are standard holidays. There are a couple that are not but it is just like in school when you have half days and admin days so I don't see the problem with it. Cloth Diapers: This is something I have considered and the staff was supportive. It is up to each family but most daycare centers flat out refuse cloth diapering because it is more time consuming. The fact that they support it I think is great. Its a personal choice and I appreciate their willingness even to try it when most centers wont.

Communication: This has never been a problem for me. I hate facebook and the only real reason I am on it is so I have access to the tiny toes page. I see pictures and videos almost daily. I have told them I suck at facebook so they will text me or call me. There is a daycare text and telephone line. I have had no communication problems. If I miss an announcement they ask me at pick up or drop off if I saw it. When you see them twice a day face to face communication is not an issue. Also, for babies a daily communication card is provided and I always received one. It was very detailed. After the age of 1 there is no card. Things like exact nap length, poops, and everything they ate is not as necessary when they start getting older. My kid has some eating issues so if I ask to see a menu for the week it wasn't a problem. I filled out a simple form for dietary restrictions which they follow. The staff always tells me at pickup if she didn't sleep well or had a nasty poo or didn't seem hungry. They tell you if it is out of your kids character and they worry since they genuinely care. They know its something I will want to keep an eye on and that is the same as if they had written on a card.

The owner: Kelli and I have not always seen eye to eye. I am a first time mom and was new to daycare world and that took some learning on my part. I am also ocd and high anxiety and a bit much to handle sometimes. She has always been fair with me. She has always given me respect and I have treated her the same. I don't always come off as nice and even with the nannies it took me awhile to warm up. There are a lot of rules and all of them are for everyone's safety. Not because she is targeting you. They are being fair to each family. It isn't a favorites game. These people have literally bent over backwards to be there for my daughter and me and even my nephews before us. They message me on days off and check on us if she was sick. If I post I had a bad day I get a "you ok message?" They have sent me flowers. They spent months on a Christmas program full of two year olds. I mean the patience there is amazing. They go above and beyond all the time. The nannies have watched her overnight for me. My daughter LOVES them and she is happy, comfortable and SAFE. Kids are not an inconvenience. Parents don't pay daycare facilities to raise their children. You can't bubble wrap your life. They are little accidents and they learn with each one. My kid has bruises and scraps because she plays and is learning. Not because someone wasn't attentive to her. She bruises like a peach and I brought it up to her doctor. He told me its the kids without any bruises and scraps he worries about and that those are the situations they red flag. I am raising my daughter. Not Tiny Toes. They are a huge help and their core values and preschool are something I value. If their values didn't align with mine she wouldn't go there. I can't wait each day to go pick her up from Tiny Toes. It is the best part of my day. I would love to be at home with her all day but it isn't an option for me. I love seeing how happy she is and hearing about her day. I don't have to worry about her at all while she is there. I don't drop her off early or pick her up late just to get my moneys worth. That is not what I am paying for. I hope this review helps when reading the cons in other reviews. Seriously if you are considering going to Tiny Toes and need more info from a parent I am bluntly honest. Feel free to ask to talk to me. If you are looking to control absolutely everything with your child's care and micromanage everything they eat or how they are disciplined than no daycare will every be what you are looking for. I suggest a private in home nanny. If you want a safe caring learning environment with nannies that really care you will love Tiny Toes.

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Rachel Vallier Oct 30, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We have been at Tiny Toes daycare for 3 years. They are the best. I know my daughter is unconditionally loved there and my newborn son will be attending soon. They aren't just a daycare provider...they are family. The nannies get as excited watching my children thrive as I do...you really would think they are their own. My kids have 4 second mommas. Not only do they spoil the children and parents with gifts, treats, and parties (which mean so much and is so thoughtful)...they spoil them with love. Your child is not just a number and you will NEVER feel that way. The owner, Kelli, took care of my 4 year old while my husband and I were in the hospital having our baby boy. She made sure my daughter called me frequently, spoiled the HECK out of her, and even cleaned my house. If that wasn't already enough...she sent me my favorite goodies to the hospital. I truly love all these ladies and I don't know what I would do without them. If all of this doesnt ease your mind, I also work for Children's Protective Services and have seen A LOT and would never send my children anywhere else!

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Shelby Swanson Oct 29, 2020
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

These ladies are amazing! Very organized and on schedule, no matter what is thrown at them. Easy to get along with and feel more like family instantly.

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Charity Zimmerman Rowe Oct 27, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

It has been a year now since I made one of the best choices for my 4th child's life, I chose Tiny Toes Childcare! My son has thrives here at the daycare learning new skills daily and being readied for preschool. His nannies there are so warm and loving and are like family! My sons gets so excited when you mention their names and the other children's names to him. This year has been hard on everyone with the shur downs and rules changing everyday on how different businesses, including daycare, can run and manage their businesses and hours of operation. Tiny Toes has been right there through it all, checking on not only the children but the parents as well and trying to help accommodate how ever the shut downs would allow. I am so very grateful for them during this time. I love how they offer so much to the children and families and wouldn't think of taking my son anywhere else. I told them your stuck with us! I would, and do, recommend them to EVERYONE!!!! If anyone ever has any questions they are more than welcome to contact me!!! We LOVE Tiny Toes!!!

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Michigangrad2006 Oct 27, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We continue to have a great experience at Tiny Toes. I myself have had many conversations with Elizabeth (The review below) and she was very happy here as well. Sadly I did see Elizabeth's attitude change over time towards everyone she came into contact with while I was picking up my own child. She is very vindictive. I heard her tell the girls "Just use disposables for the week until I can wash them" and then she gets upsets when the girls do just that. I've also heard her husband tell the staff not to mention stuff to Elizabeth so he doesn't get into trouble. Sounds like the review is more of an "Elizabeth" issue and not so much a daycare issue.

I hope Elizabeth learns to use her professionalism a little better next time, as someone who also works with the public I'm sure her job at Health West would not appreciate the comments she makes about a daycare center she clearly liked at one point, then Elizabeth had a mental break down and is using it against everyone else. I hope you get the help you need.

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Troy Aug 28, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I love Tiny Toes!!!!!!!

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Nicole Aug 28, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We absolutely love Tiny Toes. After 4 children, we finally needed childcare for the newest addition. It was a stressful decision. We searched until we found this perfect fit!
The ladies LOVE our little peanut like one of their own. My babe has gone to Tiny Toes from 4 months old to now(1 year and 4 months) and there has never been a day she has not beamed coming through the door. Now she runs into the door, right into the arms of one of her "teachers". Not only is she part of their family, but our whole family is included in many different activities. They even buy gifts for my older kids who have never attended.
The price is beyond fair. You can't find this rate anywhere, especially for when my kiddo was a newborn!
They accommodate schedules, stay in constant contact and post plenty of pictures. They have cameras if i ever et the need to review footage, but I trust the staff completely. We are lucky to have found this amazing facility for our girl!

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Kelly B Aug 27, 2020
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

LOVE this Day Care. Kelli and every single teacher who watch our kids are absolutely amazing. Your kid is not just a number nor are thry Starring at a screen all day... your child is actually being taken care of as if your child was their own. We get photos throughout the day and have gained some wonderful people in our life. I love that its monitored so if you Have any questions on a fall that may have happened she can show you exactly what happened... i love that those cameras are up for the safety of our children so they know who is knocking on that door before opening and that when i go to work i know my daughter is in safe hands and being able to run around like kid should be. Thank you Kelli and teachers you guys are such a blessing in our lives and we appreciate you all so much.

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L&L’s Mom Aug 27, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My daughter & son both attend Tiny Toes. They have so much fun there and look forward to all of the special activities planned. I feel 100% confident having my children there and am able to contact them any time I have a concern or question.

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Lindsey Aug 27, 2020
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

After looking at so many other facilities that are all about money and numbers it was a breath of fresh air to walk into this facility and see the total opposite. They truly care about all the kids and treat them like their own. They all go out of the way to make sure the kiddos are very well taken care of, loved, and having a blast all day everyday. I started sending my little one here when it was time for me to go back to work. I ended up not returning to work but my I still wanted my daughter to have socialization with other kiddos so she still went while I looked for other work. Everyone is very understanding and willing to help anyway they can no matter the situation. As a new mom I wasn’t going to leave my kid with just anyone and I was very hesitant to start looking for daycare but once I found Tiny Toes I just knew this was the right fit for our family. I have had nothing but good experiences with everyone there including other parents. Everyone is truly a family and I am so thankful I found them!

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Charity Zimmerman Rowe Aug 27, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

If I was able to give more stars I would! We absolutely LOVE it here. We are FAMILY, the nannies are wonderful, loving caregivers to our son and treat him like one of their own! I was so excited when they had an opening as I had researched a few other daycares but Tiny Toes was my top pick! They not only care for your children but teach them new skills and prepare them for preschool. The staff is very loving to the children and family as a whole, I never feel rushed at drop off or pick up or feel as though my child will not be taken care of as good as if he were with me. Kellie includes the whole family when she has certain celebrations, even extended family, making sure that all know they are welcomed and loved!! I cannot say enough good things about this daycare, I want to stay there too!! I always brag on the daycare and nannies and recommend them all the time! If anyone ever has any questions they are more than welcome to ask me how wonderful this daycare is!

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Amber Muhammad Aug 27, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Hands down this is one of the best daycares i ever sent my twins to. I love how they keep you updated with everything thats going on. Camera system is awesome. I love the ladies thats there .

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packersfan1985 Aug 21, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Love the location of Lakeside. Small area, quiet streets. Same staff the entire time we have been here. My daughter is so excited to get out of the car to go see her friends at daycare. Great experience. Recommend to everyone.

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Lindsey Jun 27, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We have had a great time being apart of this daycare, and we hope to enjoy many years to come. Good location, small staff, and most families have been here a long time so that's nice our children are growing up with the same friends. Clean, dependable, and we love the camera's!

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Kelli (The Owner) Mar 10, 2020
I am the owner

You know these reviews are really starting to get "old" Britt & Jodi, move on. You both were sued in Court for Non-Payments.

1. Yes I do have Cameras, and Yes you can view them as a current parent if there is ANY concerns

2. Yes we have a business lawyer as I own a few business' not just a daycare, and it non-paying parents that get upset that I have one. Plain and simple.

3. There is really no reason to respond to these any longer as it's the same "Internet Trolls" writing the same reviews over and over again, because they are angry they will be paying us for months to come.

4. Empty Threats (I explain the contract, and the lawyer makes sure it's completed. No threats needed)

5. Empty Promises (We are a fantastic childcare we don't need anyone to tell us otherwise)

6. All about money? You pay $150 a week for 50+ hours of childcare, you go find a place and work for $3 an hour you let me know how it's all about the money.

There is no need to even go on. Our waiting list, and references is enough for anyone who can read between the lines of an angry parent who is upset she got sued and almost lost her job due to her internet harassment.

Have a Great day, and please do us all a favor, quit wasting your time on this site, and go love up on ur kiddo instead. Life is too short to stay angry at life Britt & Jodi.

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WARNING Mar 03, 2020
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

If I could give 0 stars I would. Kelli will lie to your face, she’s all about money and she will lie her way to get what she wants. She makes empty promises and empty threats. No daycare provider should tell you she has cameras but you can’t see footage and then tell you she has a lawyer. That’s a huge red flag that she has a lawyer she regularly mentions. Means she’s a horrible person and runs a horrible daycare. Please do your research on your daycares before you chose one. Do NOT go to Tiny Toes.

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WesternMichgraduate2012 Feb 18, 2020
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

I have nothing but good things to say at this point. My daughter loves it here and I love getting a message right back anytime I message the ladies there. They all keep me well informed daily, and always gets back to me even at 8pm at night sometimes. Clean, everything is updated often, and I love the communication facebook page as well. Great experience.

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Kelli (The Owner) Dec 28, 2019
I am the owner

I do not bully my employees into writing reviews, Better yet If I did that why do I have the same employees 5+ years? Look them up, chat with them. We don't hide behind "fake" names on social media, or review pages as you are doing here. Tell us who you are and I will gladly show/tell your story.

Bullying adults is funny and so untrue. How can you bully a "parent" into writing something online?

Some people like us, some people don't. It's just like Pickles, some people like them, some people don't. We all have our own opinions and have a right to them. So please keep posting urs and we will keep doing an amazing job and focusing on what matters, and that is keeping the families we currently have happy, and our kiddos growing.

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RP203 Dec 19, 2019

All the bad reviews you are reading are true. The daycare is all about money. She is a horrible owner and person. All the good things you are reading about this daycare are untrue as she is bulling her workers and others in to writing good reviews. All Kelli wants is money and she will belittle you and bully you in to getting what she wants. She does not like it when you stand up for your self either. She starts throwing out empty threats.

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A&G Mama Nov 21, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Wonderful Daycare, My twins love it here. Clean and dependable.

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Jenna Kidder Oct 15, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I couldn't say a negative thing about this daycare. My child has advanced so much while being here!!!the staff are so friendly and loving. I am always bragging to everyone about how much I love this place. I'm walking advertisement. I never want my child to leave.

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uofmfan Oct 07, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My wife and I truly feel like family here. Staff calls to check on our daughter if she is sick. They even sent flowers when my wife was off work for a week. totally worth the money and the 25 minute drive!

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Blessedmama2 Sep 19, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We are going on 3 years at Tiny Toes. We have had a great experience here, and will continue here trough school. Staff is very knowledgeable and keeps us well informed daily. We really appreciate the parent snacks every now and then as well. The staff makes us feel welcomed daily, and the kids are always excited to see their teachers in the morning. Trust them 100% with my kids.

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Not happy Aug 12, 2019
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Love your kids and don’t send them here. The staff is horrible. The owner is worse. Save your kids and your money.

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Kelli J Aug 27, 2019
Thank you for ur review however this has to be a FAKE review as we have not had any new families for over a year. But thank you to Britt the mailman and her family yet again.
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Just A Warning Jul 11, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

All she does is lie They advertise they take the kids for a walk daily when they never take those kids for a walk that she nickels and dimes you and if she doesn't get what she wants she goes after your family life and anything standing in her way She’s fat lazy and pathetic and then try’s to tell you who you can and can’t be friends with

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Kelli J Jul 16, 2019
We do walk daily, (Not sure why this would even be a topic for discussion considering most daycare's do not) Not sure how we nickle & Dime people, it's a flat rate of $150 a week. The only time you are charged extra is if you are late paying ur bill, or bouncing checks. I have no idea how I am suppose to go after ur family life. Yep defiantly Fat, not denying that. But Lazy, defiantly not. How am I suppose to tell someone (Especially a daycare parent) who they can be friends with. Have a great Day Britt (& Family)
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Rachel Vallier Jun 21, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Tiny toes is amazing. Anyone that has had a bad experience is probably die to not payment or lack of communication skills. Appreciate your daycare providers, communicate like an adult, and pay your bill! We have had no issues and the minor things we've talked through and come to an aggreement like adults, respectively! My daughter has been going here going on 2 years...she LOVES it. We couldn't ask for a better daycare and more nurturing staff. They do fun activites constantly, she is always clean at pick up, always ready with a snack for doc appts, and they do her hair. They give the parents amazing perks and gifts for special holidays from the children. I LOVE these! I work for Children's Protective Services and trsut my daughter here with her 4 second mommas with my most precious gift. I dont question for a second if my child is in good hands and know she is well taken care of. The staff is friendly, attentive, and happy.

From--A VERY HAPPY MOMMA

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Jodi Plont Jun 21, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My two kids (1&2) have gone to Tiny Toes for almost a year now. I don’t have a single complaint. They both love it there and always come home happy and healthy. The lines of communication are always open and I never feel like I have to worry while they are there. My son is always asking to go there on the weekends or days they don’t attend. We love our Tiny Toes Family!

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ElliottsMama Jun 21, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My daughter was in a not so great daycare situation and as a first time Mom I was beside myself with guilt. My nephews used to go to Tiny Toes so I reached out. They got me in within a month. Since then my daughter development skyrocketed. Her days are spent outside, on field trips, doing yoga, learning and so much more. The staff goes out of there way 24/7. Literally, if she is sick they text to check on her. All her hurdles in health they have been right by our side. Their advice and attentiveness has given so much more than piece of mind. She is thriving! She leaps out of my arms to go to them. She sometimes doesnt want to leave all her friends. She is at home there and my heart is so full and happy. There are always conflicts and you may not like all the rules. The rules are in place to keep everything fair and everyone safe. It is a choice to have Elliott go to tiny toes. I will always choose them. They put so much care into her everyday. The birthday parties, family parties, parents date night, picture days,bbq and the list goes on and on. Those are all extras that make tiny toes special. The education and love they give her make them the best. She is 18 months now and says almost full sentences. She counts! They do so much more than I get to see but I see it in my child. She is happy and safe. That's what matters.

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Kara Davis Jun 18, 2019
I am an employee

All the reviews are such a joke! The nanny’s I work with take great care of each and every child every day.

“Unhappy momma” I have worked here for over 5 years and never ever recall this happening. As a mother if I thought something was going on with my child that I was not happy with you bet your sweet a** I wouldn’t bring my kid back ???? you can also bet that I would have state coming there and making sure something happened. We have several cameras. Ask to watch Cameras.

I love the place I work at and love each and every child. We take great care of the kids. Every child is jumping out of their parents arms to come play at Tiny Toe’s! Come see for your self! ?? Feel free to contact me at any time on Facebook!

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Kelli J Jun 20, 2019
Aww thanks Kara, Im glad you love ur job, ur a fantastic employee too!
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Unhappy Mama Jun 18, 2019
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

They will NOT watch your kids!!! Owner is always on her computer or doing crafts while bossing other people around and screaming at kids or fighting on the phone with other parents of the day care.
My infant son was bitten TWICE in one week while he was being "watched" and I don't just mean bitten, i mean like a child tried to eat his face off and they didn't seem to think it was a big deal!! And not only was he bitten, twice, but he also "bumped his head on a crib" in between the days he was bitten.

And, i'm sorry, but the welt was entirely too large for him to have just bumped his head on a crib. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS JOKE OF A "DAYCARE"

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
I would really like to know the first name of your infant son, as we have not had any infant males in our daycare in over a year, and those who were infants are still with us. We believe this review is false and made up as retaliation for taking a family to court.
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Emily Jun 12, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

This daycare goes above and beyond! They do so many extra things that they don’t have to not only for your child but for you as a parent! Field trips, birthday gifts, holiday parties etc. One of my favorite things though is when they send me pictures of my child through the day! I can not recommend them enough

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Kelli J Jun 20, 2019
Aww thanks Em! We love having you guys here, and thank you for trusting us with Sam!
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Love Your Children Jun 10, 2019

This place is a nightmare!!! If you love your child/children don’t send them here!!!

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Kelli J Jun 20, 2019
Britt and her Friends, please move on.
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Jenna kidder Jun 10, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I absolutely love this daycare. They are amazing. They staff is friendly and loves the children. They do so much for the family's and really appreciate the parents. They take children on field trips and do fun activities with them all the time ! I love that my daughter goes to this daycare!!

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Kelli J Jun 20, 2019
Thanks Jenna, We have loved having Autumn for the Last year. She has grown so much, and we are proud to be apart of that!
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Britt Chapman May 25, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

All she cares about is money. She's a control freak and money hungry.Makes it sound to good to be true. She doesn't do anything. For her own kids and family. She has her ( nannies) do it. I wish her help would leave her. They are so sweet. She sits on Fb and brags about her self. And her (side) business. Watch her kids are sitting in the garage with all the exposed paint because she has a paint-spraying business. She has been through four delivery services as far as UPS / USPS / FedEx / in the list goes on and she still can't find anybody that will deal with her. She tries to buy her kids way into popularity when personalities do that not money. You should be teaching your kids the right things not the wrong

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Britt, You and I both know the above is untrue. You even gave us a huge, sent us messages appreciating us after we filled your spot. You have never seen how I spray paint, ever. I use all those delivery services as well. And As far as having staff watch my kids, they have their own nanny because I am working watching ur children. You are just upset now because we would not take ur child back and ur job is online for giving out my personal information via the post office, social media, text, etc. This is an ongoing case currently so this will be the only response we give.
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Happy to be here May 15, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Great communication. Staff is always welcoming, no matter the time of day. Super clean and organized. Private FB page to see pictures, lunch menus, field trip info, etc. Everything is included for $150 which is a steal when you "shop" around. Love how quick they respond to questions or concerns. My kids love it here and so do we.

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1buffmom Jan 29, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We Love it here. We have been here for just over 2 years. The major downside for us is they don't open till 7am on the dot, and we need to be to work by 730A. But still totally worth the wait, the weekly tuition isn't bad either for everything you get. Staff keeps us well informed daily, and our daughter always has positives things to tell us daily.

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Austin Jan 14, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Staff is extremely sensitive they will accuse you of attacking them when simply trying to fix or ask about a problem. They have a  ridiculous late fee system. And if your not sensitive to their feelings they will accuse you of attacking them and being rude. They will bully you around and push your buttons till you will be actually yelling at them. Their cameras don’t have audio so if your body language is anything but cuddles your attacking them. All over just asking for a reminder or better communication. They also frequently will send you kid home for snotty nose and if they have an eye booger.

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Our cameras do have Audio, and it helped us in ur situation when A cop had to come sit in the daycare to control you. I'm not sure how we can "bully" someone into yelling at us. We send home kids when they are sick. Plain and simple. Pink Eye included.
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Glad to be gone! Sep 27, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Never again. The owner asked parents to pitch in for party costs, offered a chance to win something for every good review, complained about other parents/children and other random issues with me, completely unprofessional. Fee for this, fee for that, and sudden contract changes are just the tip of the iceberg. Kelli has a lot of growing up to do. A course in professionalism also. With the ridiculous rates and fees everywhere, one would think she wouldn’t have to sell odd things like candy bars for a “fundraiser”. Perhaps a money management class so she can stop begging for more money every other month. Only daycare I know that needs a 15 page attorney written contract. That should have been my first alarm.

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
We have a contract as it protects my staff. Pitching in for party costs is bringing a dish to pass, then so be it. My contract has been the same, and has never changed. I have never sold candy bars. Someone who complains about paying $2.25 an hour to have their child watched and fed, should probably do some of their own research.
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Troy Sep 15, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Great daycare. Clean. Honest. My son is happy, and they are accommodating to whatever schedule we need.

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CamsMom2 Jul 30, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We used Tiny Toes due to our other daycare's sudden closing. Kelli found a way to fit us in a day a week then slowly to full time as she has the openings. We live about 45 mins away, however I work in Muskegon. It is well worth the drive daily. The smile our little man has when he see's the staff at Tiny Toes makes me so comfortable to leave him everyday. Kelli's strict payment policy and late pick up policy is not for everyone, however being a business woman myself, I value her time with my child, so in respect to that I must value her time, and her staff's time with their own families, So I can respect that policy. This is a well structured, very involved daycare. Don't miss out on this!

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Nikki C Jul 03, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I was finishing up my internship and needed a daycare with a "social" spot for my 13 month old. We LOVED it here. Sadly we have just left due to my internship being over. My daughter Flourished while here. Kelli and her staff greeted me each morning and said goodbye every night with a smile. We even got to go on a few field trips during our short time here. Also enjoyed the family Summer BBQ. Great Staff, Clean and organized Daycare, and Kelli was very accommodating to my work schedule. Thank you so Much for allowing C to be apart of Tiny Toes. We will be coming back soon!

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Lori S. Jun 19, 2018
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

I came here from another daycare after a friend of ours has been here for just around 2 years. We have nothing but great things to say thus far. Great communication, Our son is very happy, and really enjoys his new friends at Ms. Kelly's.

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CatrinaW1988 Jun 06, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My Daughter loves it here. Very clean, cute crafts, and very accommodating to my serve schedule. Only downfall is they close at 5:30 and I work til 6. But no complaints other than that.

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Nicole May 07, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I have had 2 girls here. One is now 12, and the other one is still there. We love it here. I can understand that some parent's become angry because they are right, Kelli does not give in with Late fee's. But I don't blame her. I like my check weekly as I am sure her staff does as well. She has a beautiful Daycare and Home, and she keeps it that way by the parent's paying their weekly bill. Kelli and her staff welcome me each morning with a smile, and inform me what the day is going to be like for my daughter. Each night they let me know how it went and even tell me what they had for lunch. My daughter is always so excited to go to daycare. Everyone will have something negative to say about any place they left on bad terms with. A bad taste in your mouth will always leave you edging on the "business" you have issues with. But it's how the business responds that makes all the difference. And I believe Kelli and/or her staff will NOT play into these games of 3-4 Angry moms who have nothing better to do with their time than to belittle, lash out, and make up false "complaints" on a "secret" online "review" Page. If you truly want to know what this daycare and their staff is like, go visit the place, look up the Child care Licensing Page, or better yet ask if they have openings. Last I knew, she hasn't had one in months (I could be wrong). And you Moms need to go get a job and a Life and move on.

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Prayers for those who go here. Apr 29, 2018
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

If there was a zero star it would have been choose. I had my son there for two weeks and it was horrible! If your one minute late tour chargered and extra fee, my son was hurt and they never said a word until I came home for a diaper change and he had a huge bruise. Called and Kelly said oh he feel, nothing big. Maybe not to her but the bruise was huge and purple! All she does is sit at her desk on Facebook or is telling at the caregivers. If she don't show respect them what makes you think she does to the kids. This lady is very unprofessional, lies about everything and mistreated the kids! Never take your kids there! Yes it's clean and she feeds you a good line.. but read between the lines! All these negative comments are 100% true! She post all the good ones as you can see it's all about how wonderful she is!

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Yes we charge if you are late. We have families of out own. We have cameras, you can view them anytime. I'm not sure how you can say I sit on facebook when my office is not in the daycare, or seen by parents. Yelling at staff, yet here they still are 8+ years later. I can't post my own reviews, but thank you for urs.
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Twinsmomx2 Apr 16, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Nothing but great things to say. The daycare is very clean and organized. Staff always talks to me at drop off and Pick up. Owner makes it a point to talk with me daily to see how my day was. My kids love it here. So excited when we get there and sometimes they don't want to leave. Owner even helped me by watching them on the a weekend I got called into work. Very caring! I did notice the 2 reviews below mine, and to my knowledge there have not been any new kids since I have arrived, nor anyone leaving, so I would assume those 2 reviews are bogus. Talk to the owner and staff for yourself. Business is Business, you pay for your spot. Anyone should respect that. Daycare is a business, even if it does deal with children.

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Concerned Feb 18, 2018
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

BEWARE!!!! The owner is not an understanding individual! It’s her way or the highway - very picky & demanding. Do yourself a favor and STAY AWAY!

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
We stick to our contract. I am sorry if this did not fit ur needs, however we are very up front. No Pay no stay. My staff likes a paycheck.
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Unknown Feb 07, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

TERRIBLE! I go in to sign the contract and the owner can’t even sit with me to discuss it, she’s running around doing other things! No respect from staff! They have a business cell phone that they text from and you never know who you’re talking to because they all act as if they are the owner! Asked for a meeting and they text. They bullied my children because they weren’t there every day! VERY VERY money hungry! They will add things to your cost without permission and you start to discuss an issue and it automatically goes to well if you’re leaving make sure you pay x amount! Beyond rediculous!

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Contract: I sit with each of the families Cell phone: Correct, you dont know who it is from except that it is from 1 of the 4 staff working here. Attendance: We are paid rather they are here or not, so that would not even make sense. Costs: These are all in ur contract up front.
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Brooklynn Dec 29, 2017
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Our kid has been here for just over a year now, and we love it here. Its very close to home and work, Kelli and the staff treat us like family. We really enjoy the monthly parents night out they offer for free! the family parties are great. we are overall 100% happy with our choice. You will be too!

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Seana Oct 23, 2017
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We have been apart of Tiny Toes Childcare for 4 years. When we started we only had our daughter, but now she is in preschool and Attends the daycare part time, however our son now attends there as well. both kids love it here and would rather be at Ms. Kelli's than home. I also tell people you must experience something yourself to make a bad or good call on something. I will admit the reviews here scared me, however I can clearly see the reviews may be from the same people over and over or if you look in the "public records" it could be the past families that have been taken to court for non-payment. Either way, we love it here!

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JILL Oct 18, 2017
I am an employee

I have been employed here for just over 6 years, and I truly feel I need to address the last two "reviews"

1. We've never had a parent with the name "Glenda"
2. Our contract hasn't changed in Years as a local lawyer from Grand Haven, MI. handles those.
3. The owners house is FAR from disorganized and nasty, as you can see even in the second bad review it says beautiful house.
4. we have NOT had an open spot in daycare in just under a year, so the both of the 6 months or less care reviews are fake. If they are not fake please post your names and proof you attended here.
5. Screaming at her husband is a joke, because we dont open til 730 and her husband work 8-5p mon-fri, so the daycare families never see her husband of 18 years, may I add.
6. We are not allowed are phones during "awake" hours so again, wrong.
7. and owner sitting in a chair makes me laugh, as in the daycare all we have are kid benches because we mainly sit on the floor with the kids.

the owner never responds to these and now I see why. clearly a "fake" person has an issue getting caught running a "illegal" daycare and doesnt have anything better to do with their time. Get ur license and move on. Until then it's ur own fault for running illegally.

have a great day!

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Glenda B Oct 04, 2017
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Had a horrible time here this place is so disorganized and the owner is always fighting, screaming and yelling at her husband, the staff and the children. She changes her prices from one week to the next. takes unannounced vacations and breaks. The only time she gets off her chair is to yell at someone the rest of the time she is sitting on her phone

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Disorganized: Untrue, we are one of the cleanest daycares you will find. Husband: My husband of 10 years is gone to work the entire time daycare is open. Funny though. Pricing: We are in contracts, no price changes Vacation: I work in daycare, there is no such thing as a vacation Chair sitting: Show me where there is one in the daycare.
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Mamabear Jul 20, 2017
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

All I have to say is do not get mixed up with the owner of this daycare! Beautiful house, fun activities for the kids, some very good nannies....it is not worth it I promise you. If I can save one person from the hell I went through with this owner and her (constantly changing) contract than this post was worth it. Wishing I could post conversations I've had with past parents on here....

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Contract is the same it has been since we opened. PLease do post names and conversations.
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Whitney May 06, 2017
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We LOVE TINY TOES! Our daughter has been attending for just over a year, and we are glad to call them all Family. Great environment, staff always present and aware of whats going on. VERY clean and organized, communicates well. We feel very safe leaving our child here. Rates are reasonable as well for everything thats included.

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3BeautifulBlessings Feb 02, 2016
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

I wish this site had a 0 star rating. Don't believe the good reviews either. You can clearly tell the owner has written multiple reviews. They are all typed the exact same format. Kelli is an unbarable person to deal with! She demands respect but treats you horribly if you dissagree with her! Beware!!!!!!!

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
I can't write my own reviews unless I have tons of different email address's. I am a business owner, and my staff likes to receive their paychecks. I do not budge on no payments.
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MomOf3Blessings Jan 30, 2016
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

The owner is something else to deal with. I will just say unless you like drama in your life DO NOT send you children here!!

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Thank you for your review, but I would love to know who you are instead of hiding behind a made up name. Drama usually is focused on non-payment
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Pissedmomoftwo May 27, 2015
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

So it seems pretty funny that there is a bad review then all of a sudden there are 8 good reviews on the same day in a 3 hour time span... Hm. If you have any brains you will figure out that it was the owner writing her own reviews. I used this daycare and would NEVER recomend it to someone I care about. Only after I pulled my children out if I hear the stories from this terrible place. Seems like such fun and games at this daycare, but it is a jaded story. Read the contract she offers and tell me you don't see somethig fishy about it. NEVER will I recomend Kelli Johnson or her staff

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Reviews: Each person has to have an email address (I do not have 8 of them) My contract protects my staff and my business. You could have chose not to sign and find other care.
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Momof2 May 23, 2015
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I have nothing but great things to say about Tiny Toes. the staff treats my family like their own including helping when our second chikd was born by watching our first child over night.

Ive never been treated unfairly or see "favorites" as another person mentioned. I truly love how if a child is being a "bully" the daycare will try to work with the parents until they "cant" anymore instead of just giving a notice fo the child. But dont be mistaken I have seen them release a child for abuse if the child is not showing any signs of improvement. Which I totally respect as I would not want my child being beat up on by another.

The daycare parties are really nice and you can tell then put alot of time and money into them, but whats most important is that I can see how much my 2 children love the staff when they woukd rather play with then than hang out with me at the parties.

I always send my friends here for daycare! This place is ur place away from home for ur kids.

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badexperience May 15, 2015
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Yes... The parties are nice... But if that's not all that's important in a daycare. Kelli and several of her staff were very unprofessional. There are definite 'favorites'. Your child will probably be cared for okay here... Unless you happen to find yourself on the receiving end of unnecessary drama. Why risk it? I would look elsewhere first.

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
We do not have favorites among our kiddos.
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momofabeautifulblondie Mar 13, 2015

I love Tiny Toes and have never had a concern when it came to the care of my child. I used Tiny Toes for about 4 years until my child went to school full time. I knew that while at the day care my child was safe, fed, and well-taken care of. Not to mention spoiled and very loved. When it came time to potty train all of the staff were fantastic about helping. It was never an issue! We loved all of the field trips and family parties. The daycare is always clean and Ms. Kelli is constantly updating everything from the tables and chairs to the toys. She even put in a special window for fire escape and to let in more light and fresh air. My child blossomed there. For the above parent who had "concerns" I am guessing you are one who did not pay the day care and expected your child(ren) to be babysat for free. Maybe that is why you were threatened with litigation?? I would recommend Tiny Toes to any one who wants a loving and safe place for their children to go. If I ever have another baby I would not consider anyone else except Tiny Toes as a daycare provider!

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Sammie Mar 12, 2015

My child been under the supervision of Tiny Toes Childcare for a couple years now.
The staff is interactive, caring and look out not only for the wellbeing of the children but their education. It is an overly clean environment that had cameras 24/7. If you do question anything footage is always there. The parties the children get through tiny toes is awesome. I don't know too many places that do what they do. Thank you!

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bjohns88 Mar 12, 2015

I have been to the daycare, and seen in person that these children are well taken care of. Lots of activities and adventures are always provided. I also have seen how well Kelli takes care of her own child. I would recommend Tiny Toes to anyone.

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nocomplaints Mar 12, 2015

I have nothing bad to say about Tiny Toes. They understood when I was having payment issues and worked with me to strighten them out. I also like how they do field trips with the kids, have holiday parties with the families and do crafts with them. From what I see my child has fun, feels comfortable and has learns. I have no worries when my child is at Tiny Toes.

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overprotectivemommy Mar 12, 2015

I almost quit my job to be a stay at home mom because I was certain no one would be able to care for my baby like I wanted. I couldn't be happier with Tiny Toes and their staff. I feel like I am treated with respect when expressing my wishes and I feel like my baby is truly cared for. When I drop my baby off in the morning a huge smile brought on by any of the girls reassures me that they are doing more than their job.

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LINDSEY Mar 12, 2015

Great daycare! Good location, very clean. The setup is nice. different rooms for different ages. more than just 1 girl working at a time.

my daughter is always happy and talks about it constantly. they have a very nice outside play area as well.

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MelissaB Mar 12, 2015

I am giving Tiny Toes a 4 star rating, mainly because I don't like that she isn't open sooner. However, I do LOVE this daycare. We are no longer a family there due to our son going to school now. However we do go back there in between school breaks.

I've never been treated unfairly here. Kelli and the staff take care of my son very well, and if we ever were to have any questions, she quickly addresses them and allows us to view cameras if we would like.

I'm sorry but the review above about litigation, well here is a thought. Pay your bills. You expect to get paid for working, why wouldn't they?

As a mom, I totally feel that Tiny Toes is a great place, and my son LOVES it there, and would have no problem telling me otherwise.

Great daycare, great home setting--Separate from her actually home, and the staff is fantastic, and we feel like family there.

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Previous employee Mar 09, 2015

After a couple weeks of working at Tiny Toes the owner Kelli asked me which child could I not stand. I looked at her with a confused look on my face, she assured me that it was not a trick question, hers was the child I was currently holding. I wouldn't send my child there. On top of that I didn't get paid all the money I was owed, and when trying to obtain it the owner claimed I owed her money. Its unprofessional and drama centered. I would not recommend doing business here.

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
All the employees have been paid here as we have an accountant who does so. I have never claimed an employee owed us money (Not sure how that would work)
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peacefulmother Feb 06, 2015

This daycare left me feeling concerned for the well-being of my child while in their care.
The owner has threatened myself and other previous parents with litigation when concerns were voiced and our children removed from their care.
I would not recommend doing business with kelli.

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Kelli J Jun 18, 2019
Litigation will always happen when you do not pay for the care received. Rather it is $150 or $800 Our business is great until you have to pay for the services in which you used.

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