OUR PLACE TO GROW YELM

I cannot recommend this place enough! It's a hidden gem in town. As first time parents, my husband and I were so nervous about having our daughter in daycare. Having to entrust your kids to strangers to watch your kid is the scariest thing but OPTG made us very comfortable and built our trust. Each and every teacher took the time to get to know each kid that walks into the door and greets them with love and kindness. We especially want to recognize Ms. Maygann and Ms. Zayurit, who were my daughters first teachers. They took the time to get to know each child personally and build their own relationship with the kids. My daughter is not trusting but they built her trust and she would always feel comfortable walking right in to their classrooms to play and learn with them. I especially loved that they were very respectful and always asked what was okay with me before they did her hair as she's got very long curly hair. They also built relationships with parents as well, so it wasn't just with kids. They both are genuinely loving and caring teachers. If you've got a 1 year old and looking for teachers, they're definitely the ones to go to! We were only there for a year due to having to move but if we could we'd pack them in our bags and move them with us. We are so so sad to leave such a great daycare. They genuinely love their kids and go out of their way to make sure each and every one of them had a place to grow and learn in a safe place.

I am so glad I found this daycare for my daughter. She started when she was 6 months old and would jump out of my arms to her teachers. Now she is 18 months and walks down the hall smiling and waving at everyone on her way in. We are always greated warmly and haven't had any issue. I trust these people with my daughter and I can see the love she receives.

We would recommend Our Place to Grow 11/10 times to any family. Our daughter has attended daycare here for just about a year, and we’ve had nothing but positive experiences with every staff member. When we first started, Ms. Jessica cared for our daughter in the Ladybugs infant classroom. I’ll never forget dropping her off that first week being nervous, like any new parent would be. Ms. Jessica looked at me and said, “Your daughter is safe with us, and she will be just fine.” That simple reassurance brought so much warmth and peace of mind. Our daughter has now transitioned to the Wiggles room, and her lead teacher, Ms. Maygann, along with Ms. Melissa and Ms. Z, are absolutely fabulous. She trusts each of them and genuinely looks forward to seeing them every day. They do an incredible job teaching routine, encouraging development, and staying highly involved with every child. We are so grateful for the love, care, and dedication shown to our daughter each day. It truly feels like a second family.

Our Place to Grow is truly a gem in every sense of the word. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we felt an overwhelming sense of warmth, professionalism, and genuine care that set this daycare apart. It’s clear that this is more than just a childcare center—it’s a thoughtfully run community where children are not only cared for, but loved, supported, and encouraged to thrive. Director Angela and Assistant Director Kathy are nothing short of exceptional. Their leadership is the foundation of what makes this daycare so successful. Their organization, efficiency, and intentional programming shine through in every detail—from smooth daily operations to the creative and enriching curriculum that keeps the children excited and engaged. They manage the center with heart and excellence, and you can feel the passion they bring to their roles every single day. The staff at Our Place to Grow is equally outstanding. Diana, Jessica, Chrissy, Chloe, and Alyssa have each played a beautiful role in our children’s development. They are not just caregivers—they are educators, nurturers, and mentors who pour real love and effort into every interaction. Their warmth and consistency made our kids feel safe, happy, and truly cared for. It’s rare to find a team that strikes the perfect balance of emotional support and educational growth, but this team does it effortlessly. Our children have blossomed at Our Place to Grow. They’ve come home excited about what they’ve learned, proud of what they’ve accomplished, and full of stories about the friends and teachers they adore. That kind of growth and joy doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of an incredibly well-run, intentional, and loving environment. We would recommend Our Place to Grow to absolutely anyone looking for care for children of any age. It is a place where children are not only watched over but truly cherished and developed. We are endlessly grateful for the care, dedication, and love that Angela, Kathy, and the entire team have shown our family.

This daycare is just as good as a preschool, if not better! All of the staff are compassionate and patient, especially the director Angela. My bonus son is autistic and in the 2+ years he has been going here, they’ve done a wonderful job of working with him and his changing needs (including working with his various behavioral techs). We sincerely appreciate the support and constant communication we receive from every teacher he’s had and I would highly recommend this daycare if you’re able to get a spot.