Reviews

"Being first-time parents, we experienced the typical concerns of placing our child in the care of others. When we first brought our daughter to Koalaroo Preschool we were quickly comforted by how welcoming and friendly the staff was. The impact was immediate as we watched her happily interact with her teachers and fellow students, and blossom before our eyes both socially and intellectually. The expert guidance and genuine love that is provided to the children allows them to thrive in every aspect of their development. We are witnessing new milestones on a weekly basis. Our daughter loves to sing and to explore her environment with an enthusiastic curiosity that we know will form the foundation for her as she grows and develops into happy, content and productive individual. With the added bonus of having healthy cooking provided by the in-house chef, we know at the end of the day when we pick her up that she has been well nourished in every way. We highly recommend Koalaroo Preshool."

"Annie and Steve are amazing caregivers and I have been amazed by their level of commitment to make Koalaroo an incredible place for my son! I really couldn't ask for more caring, wonderful people to help raise him. Thank you for all you do!! I would recommend Koalaroo to anyone!!"

"Mrs. Meechan, We couldn't be more grateful for our time at Koalaroo. Both our kids were so well cared for while also gaining a complete love for learning. Your program, special events, meals, EVERYTHING Is amazing. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for starting our kids' learning journey in such a positive way. We will see you for some fun this Summer! Abby, Jackson, Ryan and Katherine"

"Koalaroo is much more than a daycare centre. My 4 year old daughter has extreme anxiety issues so I was very apprehensive about sending her to all-day/everyday Jr. Kindergarten this year. Instead I chose Koalaroo Preschool because of their smaller classroom setting (and more attention to the students individual needs). The facility is very well maintained and clean. There are separate rooms for the younger children and older 'students'. There is a safe place to go and play outside after class and Chef Steve makes amazing meals/snacks for the children everyday which is wonderful. My daughter thrived in this environment and I know this was the right decision for her this year. All the teachers/assistants were so caring and attentive. If my daughter was younger, I would have definitely sent her back another year. We'll miss the staff! Thank you so much for such a wonderful first 'school' experience."

"After her first year of school at Koalaroo I am so proud of how much our 2 year old daughter has learned at Koalaroo. This school is absolutely amazing, it is great to have a place to bring our little girl that I feel she is safe, in loving care and is have a great time! I have never had to endure the experience of a screaming exit when dropping her off here. The staff is absolutely amazing and our daughter has made a lot of great friends. I cant say enough about how wonderful Koalaroo is, we did a lot of investigation in finding the perfect school and after her first full year the hard work paid off. We found the perfect place for her at Koalaroo. - Thank you!"

"June 27, 2025 Dear Annie, As the school year comes to an end, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your dedication, leadership and care. Your vision and passion for nurturing young minds have created a jouful, enriching and safe environmen for all children. We truly appreciate all the hard work and thoughtfulness you put into making Koalaroo a wonderful place tor little ones to grow and thrive. Thank you for the positive impact you've had on Serena. Wishing you a restful and well-deserved Summer break!. With gratitude Serena, Avik, Kelly S."

"Annie & (Chef) Steve have been wonderful at Koalaroo Preschool. My girls (ages four & nearly two) have learned SO much in the short time they have been there and are truly excited to go every day. I am thoroughly impressed by how professionally this preschool is run and the meals/snacks that they prepare for the kids every day."

"There are no words to describe how amazing this school is and how appreciative we are for EVERYTHING they have done for our little boys. Our 3 year old had a speech delay so we decided to try putting him in preschool to see if it could help. Within a few months he was talking in full sentences and singing songs. Also, our 2 year old was recently diagnosed with Autism and the improvement we have seen in him over the year has been astonishing. We are so grateful to all of the staff at Koalaroo and so happy we chose this preschool for our children's first school experience."

"I looked all over Barrie to find the perfect school for my daughter, Julia. Thankfully, I found it at Koalaroo. The teachers at Koalaroo provided Julia with a very positive introduction to school and an excellent foundation for learning! We are extremely appreciative and impressed with your program. In the words of Julia “Koalaroo is a great school because the teachers make me feel so special, I learn a lot of fun things and Chef Steve makes really great food”. Thank you for putting your heart and soul into your school by creating a positive environment for Julia to learn and grow."

"Mrs. Meechan (and Steve). Words can't express how grateful we all, and our heartfelt thanks for the incredible environment you've continued to create at Koalaroo. It's so clear that your care, vision and leadership shape everything that happens within our Koalaroo Family. Knowing our children are spending their days in a place filled with warmth, safety and encouragement, means the world to us. Thank you for all the unseen hours, the thoughtful decisions, attention to details and planning special events, it truly is seen and felt. With deep gratitude, love The Machado Family"