Tierra Encantada - Ford

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Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  The teachers at the daycare are mostly very good, with a couple of exceptions. The customer service provided by the woman named María and a certain Jessica is terrible; they act like they own the place and can’t seem to get it through their heads that they’re just employees! The parents have noticed the terrible and abusive treatment of the staff, and that’s not what I want for my children, much less for them to witness that kind of behavior because I raise them to respect others. And among them are two or more teachers who are part of her group of friends and who believe they are protected by this María. They are extremely unpleasant in their treatment of their colleagues. As a parent of children in the preschool, I hear complaints every day about the director and these aforementioned teachers. And this is where I wonder: if this is how they treat their staff, what will the treatment of our children be like when we’re not there! Additionally, a job with such an emotional toll should be better managed—and not by someone who has no idea how to lead a team, much less how to respect those who practically put her in that position. Furthermore, they change teachers all the time, just when the children are getting used to seeing familiar faces, and many of them lack the necessary experience to care for our children. A complaint has already been filed with the VDOE, the VDHR, and the EEOC, and I hope the owners of this daycare will take action regarding this case. And if they aren’t aware, they can ask each of their employees about what they experience on a daily basis with these people. By the way, we're the ones paying—stop treating parents like nothing more than bank account numbers

  Joly JoyceMay 14, 2026
• ★★★★★

  Luca is in the Infant A classroom at Tierra Encantada Ford, and we feel so lucky to have Mrs. Alexandra and Ms. Diana as his teachers. They’ve made his first months in daycare such a positive experience, full of love, patience, and joy.

  Diana CasillasNov 4, 2025
• ★★★★★

  We cannot speak more highly about Tierra Encantada! The teachers and staff are incredible. We started there when our son was an infant and he has since moved up to the toddler room. In both classes we knew how well he was cared for and saw him grow in skills and language. The programming is purposeful, creative and shows a real understanding for early childhood development. As a teacher myself, I can see how much time and energy goes into lessons. Our son is exposed daily to a different language, healthy food, a clean and safe environment and a group of staff who love him! We are so happy that we chose Tierra Encantada for our family.

  Shelby BSep 16, 2025
• ★★★★★

  Tierra Encantada is truly the best preschool! We are incredibly thankful that our child had the opportunity to be part of this amazing program. From the dedicated teachers and caring staff to the wonderful community of families, every part of our experience exceeded our expectations. Although we relocated a little while ago, we carry with us the most beautiful memories of our child’s first school experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better start to his early education!

  Diego RodriguezJul 16, 2025
• ★★★★★

  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.

  Dalina StephanApr 15, 2025
• ★★★★★

  Our first experience was with our daughter she started when she was two years old, we couldn’t not be happier with the care she had, for that reason when we had our second child, we didn’t doubt to put him in the same school, and again we are very thankful to have a place where our child can have the best care. The staff at Tierra Encantada are amazing at communicating with us. The teachers are so patient and genuinely care about the children,they keep us informed about our child's progress, they keep us updated daily with photos and detailed reports about our child's day, We are so impressed with the activities and learning opportunities provided. management team are always available to answer any questions we have, during drop off and pick up time they are very welcoming. Also we love that the food is healthy, fresh and organic. We Highly recommend Tierra Encantada.

  Erwin AlonzoFeb 12, 2025

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