Kids Express Learning Center

KELC and Hickory Hill are like none other! Our kids have flourished at this school. The program is designed in a way to ensure that every child is being challenged academically and fits their needs. As parents, we love that they are being exposed to much and that they are truly enjoying learning. All of the teachers we have had at the school have been incredible. They are patient, kind, and have truly cared about our children. A highlight is science with Mr. Rich- he is exceptional and really teaches the kids in a way that’s fun for them. Our kids are always excited to tell us about the interesting things they have learned. Not only are the teachers amazing, but the grounds are, as well. The animals, gardens, and outdoor spaces are such a wonderful asset for the school. We feel this school has been such a great fit for us and are so thankful for the opportunity to be at a school with such a rich program and wonderful staff!

Kids Express has been a MAGNIFICENT experience for our family. Administration, staff, teachers - can’t speak highly enough about each and every one of them. Our family has attended for 3 years now and our kids ADORE their learning environments. Campus is GORGEOUS, extracurriculars are OUTSTANDING, and their commitment to learning is second to none! I recommend Kids Express to everyone I know!

Kids Express offers a variety of speciality classes for your youngster to explore topics. I haven’t met anyone that didn’t love Mr. Rich’s nature talks. The grounds are lovely, but not utilized as part of learning (outdoor time is in regular playgrounds).nnIt is expensive. You are paying for highly educated early childhood educators and goats. If the teachers mesh with your kid they can do wonders—but little consideration is made on teacher-student fit. Also for having Masters and PhDs in early childhood education they either feign or are ignorant of treating/guiding kids who have social/developmental delays.nnIn our case, they had a way they wanted to teach and our child was a distraction. They effectively kicked us out, but more disturbingly, with little assistance in a transition or securing help. They hadn’t documented behavior sufficiently, our medical team and MMSD team had a different opinion them...but they seemed to decide he wasn’t worth the time and made it a huge cost to us to stay for 4 weeks while we identified a new facility.nnThey spent a lot of time empathizing and telling us that they had kids with these issues (one was in our child’s class). I don’t think they realized this made it more apparent that they were unwilling to put the effort on our child that they would on others. If your child is set on social and emotional development and looking to be academically challenged at 3, this is probably a great place. Otherwise I’d avoid the unnecessary expense and stress.

They'll hound for fees before getting all the information about the situation. They don't make special accommodations. And when the website says u can pay weekly they act like they want all the money you front.

The facilities are amazing, the teachers work so hard and care a lot for the students. The administration is kind, but the parents at KELC are cruel- even to young children. Be prepared.