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Early Explorers Academy
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On record in Michigan.
2805 Pontiac Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328
- Hours
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Licensed for
- 6 children
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
The public record
- License number
- DC634034032
- License status
- LICENSED
- License type
- Center
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
- Address
- 2805 Pontiac Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328
- County
- Not listed
- Phone
- Not listed
- Website
- Not listed
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What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Environment: Small-group setting (capacity of 6 children)
Points to verify
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From Google
Recent parent reviews
The 6 most recent of 38 Google reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
My daughter was enrolled here from 3 yo to 5yo. They taught her everything she needed in her GSRP program to ensure she is ready for Kindergarten. I will always be so grateful for the team at EEA. Entrusting your child to someone is not something to be taken lightly and EEA made it easy. So sad our time here is over. I HIGHLY recommend them 💖
Stacy HernandezJun 2, 2026As a very anxious first-time mom, starting daycare was something I was dreading. EEA made the transition so much easier and gave us such a positive first daycare experience. They truly set the bar incredibly high, and I honestly don’t know if any other daycare will ever compare. Our son attended EEA from January 2026 to May 2026 until we moved out of the area, and leaving was genuinely heartbreaking for us. Everyone on staff is wonderful. Nell and Kathryn in the office always made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. In the infant room, Ms. Addison, Ms. Jen, and Ms. Shay are absolutely amazing. They are so caring, patient, and attentive, and it’s obvious how much they love the babies they care for. As a parent, there’s nothing better than knowing your child is loved and well cared for when you’re away, and they gave us that comfort every single day. Another huge plus is their new location. The renovated center is beautiful, clean, and thoughtfully designed. It feels professional and organized while still being warm and cozy at the same time. We are so thankful for the care our son received at EEA and will truly miss everyone there.
Emily DePaulisMay 27, 2026Everything about early explorers is ABOVE AND BEYOND!!!! staff is second family to our family. My daughter has learned SOOO much with the them !!!
Jack WoahMay 21, 2026This place is a decent daycare if you really are in need of a place for your child…. Turnover rate is crazy, most staff are not very knowledgeable of caring for children let alone babies. They don’t tend to children with special needs, teachers and staff will treat your child like they are difficult and alienate them. This daycare is not culturally diverse, they cater more to Caucasian community if you want to be honest. My child never recieved a real learning experience while here, just mistreatment which has heavily affected his my child’s well being and happiness. These women here are very deceptive and unkind. They treated my son very portly while there. A week at a new daycare and his attitude and demeanor has changed increasingly to the point he is talking and eating more. One day I came in to pick my child up from class to witness his teacher carelessly kicking a ball aimlessly throughout the classroom which could’ve easily injured others, she just laughed it off nonchalantly. They will allow your child to go all day without eating if no issue is made about it, then blame it on the child not wanting to eat without reattempting or offering other options. There have plenty of times where my child was also sent home soiled or/a face full of dried mucus. When asked about it the teacher’s response was “It must’ve just happened?” Depending on the child, they do not encourage positive redirection, I was scolded for pulling my own child away from being attacked & intimidated by peers while the teachers sat back, said nothing and waited for my response only to accuse me of mistreating someone else’s child just for protecting my own.. If you Bring your child here please pay attention to any change in attitude, appetite or demeanor of your child. Once again this place is a decent day care if you really need a daycare but I do not recommend if you are looking for a genuinely caring, culturally diverse, academically, child focused day care. This place is ran as a buisiness, you clock in and you clock out. Staff are always on their phones in the classrooms and not really attentive to children especially if they do not bond with them.
Pauline RexOct 19, 2024Our family has attended Early Explorers for just over 8 years. Both of my children have attend since they were infants. The owner, Eman is so generous and truly cares about all of her families. The staff is caring and attentive with students and goes above and beyond to make sure all students are thriving. Honestly the staff as well as administrators have become a second family to me and my children. My children are always so excited to attend and see their teachers each day. As our last month with EEA is coming to an end, we are truly going to miss everyone so very much. Thank you so much EEA staff and administrators for caring and loving my children for all of these years. If you are looking for a great childcare center, Early Explorers Academy is the place for you!
Annett ShipmanMay 22, 2024The absolute worst daycare. They aren’t transparent about billing and are happy to let you rack up late fee before letting you know what’s going on. The staff is lazy and more than Willing to allow your child to pee through their pants because they refused to change diapers or are too busy on their phone. The front office is an absolute joke. I cannot recommend staying away from this daycare enough. They do not foster a loving and inclusive environment, and if your kid happens To get on the bad side of these evil women. They will ostracize them and make the environment. Very very painful for your child to be in.. If you have the option between this daycare and a junkyard dog, I would probably pick the dog
Tyler HootonMay 9, 2024
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
How the reviews split
The 4.6 average comes from 38 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
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