Our family has had such a wonderful experience at Tierra Encantada in Alexandria. Since starting, my son's Spanish has improved--it's been amazing to see how naturally he's picking it up through daily immersion. He enjoys school so much that he actually gets upset if I arrive too early to pick him up because he wants to keep playing with his friends! From the moment we walked in, the entire staff has been incredibly welcoming. There's such a warm, positive energy throughout the school, and it's clear that every team member is deeply invested in the children's happiness and development. I especially appreciate the cooks, who prepare fresh, nutritious meals every day. They always have a smile on their faces as they push their cart of delicious food into the classrooms--it's such a sweet way to start the morning and a thoughtful part of the day. The admin team is also amazing and incredibly hardworking. You can tell how much pride they take in the school and in supporting the exceptional staff that makes Tierra Encantada such a special place. Their dedication creates a supportive and well-run environment. My son has had the absolute best teacher--Mrs. Audrey--and I say that with 15 years of experience in education. She is incredibly warm, patient, caring, and understanding. I always appreciate her thoughtful feedback and the genuine attention she gives to each child. My son regularly comes home excited to share new concepts he's learned--everything from recycling to safety--and he always credits Mrs. Audrey with helping him understand. Knowing he's in her classroom gives me complete peace of mind. Tierra Encantada's approach to learning through play and exploration has been a perfect fit for our family. I love how the curriculum encourages curiosity and introduces children to new foods, cultures, books, and games through engaging, themed activities. It's a joyful, enriching environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. The school itself is also exceptionally clean, and the building feels safe and secure--something that's incredibly important to us as parents. It's comforting to know that our child is not only well cared for emotionally and academically, but also in a thoughtfully maintained and secure space. As a working parent, having this level of trust and comfort makes all the difference. Drop-offs are easy because I know my son is in the best hands--growing, thriving, and having a truly wonderful early childhood experience.

My son started daycare June of 2024 he was 16 months, prior to daycare he had a nanny part time. My husband and I decided our son needed to attend daycare so he could interact with children his age, and we wanted him to attend a Spanish immersion daycare. The daycare/teachers are wonderful, they always keep us informed of our sons daily activities and the teachers are warm and caring. Our son is speaking Spanish not just words but sentences. I highly recommend this daycare.

We have been at Tierra Encantada for about a year. Our two toddlers started at 10 months and 2.5 years, respectively. They have been successful in each classroom and they absolutely LOVE school, their teachers, and the administrative staff. The curriculum is outstanding and both our toddlers can switch between English and Spanish with ease- they get excited to teach me songs and vocab words at home! The provided food is also a huge pro for us- their breakfast, lunch, and snacks are healthy and diverse thanks to their wonderful chef. We are always notified immediately of illnesses reported from other families, any changes in routine, and when monthly fire drills happen. They have fun "spirit days" and are about to start water days for summer. We are so grateful to everyone at TE for everything they do for us!