Guidance Preparatory Academy - Bartonville

Reviews

• JP

  Jenil Patel

  Mar 26, 2026
  5.0
  Guidance Preparatory Academy in Lantana has been a fantastic school for our family. The environment is welcoming, structured, and focused on both academic growth and overall development. The school creates a positive and supportive atmosphere where children feel encouraged to learn and grow. We’ve been especially impressed with Ms. Monica and Ms. Katie, who are our child’s class teachers. They are caring, patient, and truly dedicated to their students. Their teaching style is engaging, and they go above and beyond to ensure every child feels supported and valued. It’s clear they are passionate about what they do, and it reflects in the classroom every day.
• AB

  Angela Brewer

  Mar 24, 2026
  5.0
  We love GPA! It makes being a working parent so much easier knowing your kids are being cared for my such a dedicated and wonderful team of teachers and staff. If you take a walk through the building, you’ll first be greeted by Ms. Emily who will welcome you and send you home with a smile everyday. She is so hands on and helps in every classroom as she is needed. She will remember all your babies names and the special little details about them. There have been recent leadership changes and Ms. Emily is now the Co-director which has been such a blessing for the program. If you walk down the hall, you’ll see Ms. Trinity in the infant class taking care of the smallest of babies. She will take care of your precious new baby with lots of love, giving them as many snuggles as they need, and taking care of them the same way you hoped they would be when you had to go back to work. Then you’ll see Ms. Monie in the infant B class. She will take care of your babies with so much love and joy that it’ll make your heart sing. She will remember your babies after they move on from her class and will be a very special part of your journey here. There aren’t enough words to describe how amazing Ms. Monie is! Then, you’ll go down to the 1A class and meet Ms. Colette. She is so much fun and my daughter loves her. You’ll see her playing on the floor everyday with the kiddos. She was so in tune with my daughter, always knowing if she needed a little extra attention because of teething, etc. She is the perfect teacher for them! Ms. Monica will be there in the 1s class. You’ll find her swooping up the kiddos into a big hug after their little toddler bodies tumble over. She will make sure your little toddler will get all the love you need while you’re gone! Then you’ll get to 1B and meet Ms. Edwina and Ms. Gia. They are amazing and are going to teach your kiddo so many things as they grow. In this class, your toddler will begin to flourish because of the great curriculum and all the energy Ms. Edwina and Ms Gia put into them. You’ll find Ms. Edwina singing and dancing with the students, and you can tell she has a calling to take care of these kiddos. Obviously there is so much more that these teachers do besides these small pieces about them, and the care and love they pour into your children is evident. We haven’t met the teachers past 1B but we are so happy with who we’ve met so far. We are so blessed to have had so many amazing teachers care for our daughter and we are abundantly grateful that they have been a piece of our journey here.
• KH

  Kristen Hill

  Mar 23, 2026
  5.0
  My children have attended GPA for the past four years and we’ve had a positive experience overall. We’ve been fortunate to work with many wonderful teachers during that time including Ms. Monie in the infant room, Ms. Edwina in the 1s room, Ms. Kayla, Ms. Collette, and so many others. Currently, one of my children is in Ms. Ruth and Ms. Cait’s class, where he is having a wonderful experience and learning so much. They really go above and beyond to make learning fun and memorable. Our other child is in Ms. Kaitie and Ms. Monica’s class and I am so thankful for the love, patience, and care they give to the kids each day. Ms. Emily and Ms. Peyton in the front office are always professional and welcoming and I couldn’t ask for better communication from them. I am grateful for our time spent at GPA!
• EK

  Erika Kephart

  Mar 23, 2026
  5.0
  We have had such a positive experience with this daycare, and I truly can’t say enough good things about the staff. First, I want to recognize Payton, the director. She has been incredibly communicative and has really stepped into her role in such a meaningful way. You can see the effort she puts into creating fun, engaging experiences for the kids, and it genuinely feels like she has made school exciting again. That kind of leadership makes such a difference. I also want to mention Emily, who was in the director role before Payton stepped in alongside her. She did a great job during that time, and it has been wonderful to see the two of them be able to come together. Our 10-month-old is in the care of Trinity and Addie, and they have been an absolute light for our family. Our daughter has strong stranger danger, but she completely lights up when she sees them. They are truly the reason we are able to bring her to school comfortably, and that peace of mind means everything to us. Our four-year-old daughter is in Kate and Ruth’s class, and the difference has been incredible. She went through a period of having multiple teachers come and go, which led to some emotional struggles and changes in her attitude. Since being in their class, she has completely turned around. She is happy, thriving, and genuinely loves going to school again. We are so grateful for the care, consistency, and love this team provides. It makes all the difference as a parent.
• L4

  Lobamonster 47

  Mar 23, 2026
  5.0
  We couldn’t be happier with our experience! This is truly one of the best faith-based daycare programs we’ve come across. The staff is kind, nurturing, and genuinely invested in each child’s growth—both academically and spiritually. The environment is warm, safe, and filled with positive values that align with what we want for our family. It’s such a comfort knowing our child is in a place where they are loved, learning, and guided with strong morals every day. We highly recommend this center to any family looking for a quality, faith-centered childcare program!