Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary - Lake Mary, Florida

Lauren W.

We absolutely love Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary! Both of my children have been at Ladybird since they were very little. When we drop our children off, we know they are receiving the best education in a safe and loving environment. The staff has very much become family! So much so, that we have followed them as they have grown and moved to other Ladybird facilities. My kids love all their teachers, and very much enjoy their summer program! You can feel how much of their heart is put into everything they do. Thank you Mrs. Sarah, Ms. Mary, Ms. Chelsea, Ms. Ashley, Ms. Destiny, and all the staff! You guys are the absolute best!

Jennifer A.

We could not love Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary any more than we already do. We moved our 4 year old son solely to follow the director Sarah when she took the director position there. She truly cares about her students and teachers and it shows. She treats everyone like family and goes out of her way to make sure her students and parents are happy.

On top of that, my sons teachers in Ladybugs, Ms Maria and Ms Canniya are the most amazing teachers he’s had. I’ve never seen two daycare teachers that genuinely enjoy their students like they do. They are always engaging, excited, and sweet to their kiddos. They talk to them with kindness and respect and I am so grateful that my son gets to spend his week with these wonderful ladies.

Kimberly R.

My son had a deeply negative experience with this school, and the lasting impact has been heartbreaking. Even months after he stopped attending Ladybird, he continues to have an extremely adverse reaction when reminded of the school.

Recently, a family member visiting us, unaware that he no longer attended Ladybird, mistakenly drove him into the parking lot. The moment he recognized where they were, he had a full meltdown, screaming repeatedly, “No Ladybird, no Ladybird.” She called me in a panic, and I had to help calm him down and redirect them to his current school. It was alarming to see how strongly he reacted—this does not happen in any other situation or location. He has absolutely no problems with his new school and seems much happier there.

My son isn’t able to fully verbalize his experience, but whatever happened at Ladybird left a lasting scar. The emotional reaction he has speaks volumes.

I could share more details about specific issues I was aware of during his time at the school, but I feel the point is clear. This environment did not prove to be a safe, supportive, or positive place for my child. As a parent, it has been deeply upsetting to see the emotional toll this school has taken on him.

If you’re considering Ladybird, I encourage you to carefully evaluate how the school interacts with and supports children, particularly those who may need extra care or attention. This was not the right environment for my son, and I hope no other child has to go through what he has experienced.

Brendan B.

Ladybird Academy has been a fantastic experience for us. From the moment we enrolled, the staff has been incredibly supportive and attentive, helping my son through what could have been a very challenging transition. Their approach to making children feel welcome and secure is outstanding.

The director at the Lake Mar location, Sarah Gembecki, is truly exceptional—her leadership and dedication shine through in every aspect of the academy. All of my son's teachers have been wonderful, but I want to especially highlight Ms. Jade in the Caterpillars classroom. She has been an absolute blessing. Her ability to connect with my son, make him feel comfortable, and even excited about coming to school every day is remarkable.

We are so grateful for the positive impact Ladybird has had on our son’s growth and happiness. I would highly recommend this Academy to any family looking for a nurturing, professional, and caring environment for their little ones.

Aiza

Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary is amazing! My child has grown tremendously since starting here and the staff here is so welcoming and helpful. My child comes home raving about her teachers everyday and Ms. Sarah, the academy director, is so sweet and welcoming and always ready to answer any questions I have. I am so thankful that my child has such an amazing place to grow and I love that they have an organized curriculum and you always know what is being taught within the classrooms. I also love their safety feature where they track your child within the school ensuring that they are recording any time they move to different rooms to make sure their location is known at all times. It really gives me so much peace of mind. Thank you Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary for all you do and taking great care of my little girl 🙂

Augustus B.

My wife and I love this daycare! Their director Sarah along with all the teachers have always been great to our kids and us. Outside of the well stocked/designed classrooms there are ample playground areas, a little mock grocery store room, dinosaur room, etc. The app they use allows parents to monitor their children via camera at all times. Great place!

Hardik S.

I cannot say enough good things about Ladybird Academy! From the moment we enrolled our child, it has been a truly wonderful experience. Sarah, the director, is absolutely incredible—always warm, welcoming, and genuinely invested in each child's well-being. She goes above and beyond to ensure a safe, fun, and educational environment.

Our child’s teachers, especially Ms. Danielle and Ms. Sydney, are fantastic. They are attentive, caring, and truly understands how to engage with children. It’s clear that they put their heart into every lesson and activity, creating an environment where our little one is excited to go each day and always comes home with a smile and stories about the day.

We feel so fortunate to have found such a nurturing and supportive place for our child to grow and learn. I would highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a place where their child will be cared for, encouraged, and cherished!

Sara S.

Been at this location for several months now and absolutely love it. The staff are always helpful and welcoming. Sarah the director always goes above and beyond to answer our questions and treats our daughter like one of her own. Savannah loves her teacher Ms.Destiny and all the different areas in the school she learns in. STEM lab being her favorite. The safety of the kids is always top of mind there as well, and we love that we can go on the app anytime and know where she is and how her day is going. Happy parents just sharing our love for Ladybird Academy Lake Mary.