I would strongly caution families against enrolling their child here.<br><br>Our experience had a lasting negative impact on our child, and it took a long time to rebuild their confidence afterwards. I genuinely wish we had left sooner.<br><br>The centre often felt chaotic, noisy and overwhelming, with a small classroom and small outdoor yard. I completely support play-based learning, but in our experience there was far too much “play, play, play” and very limited intentional teaching or meaningful school-readiness preparation.<br><br>Staff turnover was also extremely concerning. Educators would simply disappear with little or no explanation, and new teachers would suddenly appear without any proper introduction to families. For young children who rely on consistency, relationships and routine, this lack of stability was unsettling.<br><br>The owners just care about money, and the community perception, rather than genuine care for each individual child in their centre.<br><br>Our child stayed until we went to prep and I noticed a huge difference when they started in a different environment. This was particularly telling. We also notice a big difference between them and other kids at school academically.<br><br>Overall, we did not experience the stable, nurturing, educationally focused environment we expected from a kindergarten. Between the constant staff changes, chaotic environment, limited school preparation and poor handling of concerns, I would not recommend this centre.

How is this an approved kindergarten service? If you want your child to learn and be ready for school this is not the place to send them. It’s basically like two extra years of crèche. My child cries at the thought of having to go there each day- kids are wild and teachers can’t contain them. Not to mention, she doesn’t even know her basics! Honestly the centre leadership and communication is sloppy the genuine care for kids is lacking and their teachers are all young ones who aren’t trained well enough to provide quality learning and care. They try to sell themselves as a centre who focuses on social and emotional learning rather than academics but don’t be fooled- they don’t even do that. If I could give less than one star- I would.

Wouldn’t recommend

I have has my children over the past 6 years attending either this centre or their Grange Road location. I have been overall happy with the Buddies centres and their management during this time. In Particular, the quality of the educators, the curriculum and the quality of the food provided at Buddies Jasper has been exceptional. The whole team is extremely caring and warm, their influence on my children has been truly amazing and they have been an integral part of the growth of both my children. I couldn't recommend Buddies enough!

Our children love this centre

Absolutely LOVE buddies. The staff are the most amazing team. My children are thriving and are so excited to go every day. Really couldn’t ask for a better place. The teaching, the attention to every child’s needs, the love and support, my husband and I are so grateful we have found buddies. ❤️❤️

My daughter is in her second year at buddies and we love, love, love it! The staff treat the children with such care and respect. I feel incredibly greatful to have such mensches looking after my princess 🥰🥰

I am lucky enough to have two children attending this centre. I have had a great experience at Buddies and love the tight knit community. My children have developed their confidence, education and their emotional intelligence since attending. Staff have been very supportive and helpful when I have raised concerns or needed advice.

This is my sons second year at buddies and we could not be happier. From the moment we stepped into the door the place felt so homely and our Raph settled in so smoothly due to the warm care that he received from the teachers (all of which he still has to this day). I can’t say enough about the sense of community, attention paid to get to know each child and the activities that are offered each day. The children have a lot of freedom to explore their own interests and i feel that the educators know each child so well, which makes me deeply trust that they will look after his well-being as well as I could. I will sending be all my children to buddies and am looking forward to doing so! Truely a special place

I am very disappointed from this place. My kid was going there full time, I trusted the place and the manager but it turned out to be unreliable. They would give your kid an icy pole when your kid gets upset, they would let them have a water play and be outside all day (even in winter) and would do the minimum with the kids. Some teachers would say to your kid to "go away" if they try to get close to them. There is lots more but I'd rather keep it to myself. Do yourself a favour and stay away from this place.