Tierra Encantada - Ford

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!

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.

Tierra encantada is an amazing preschool- we feel very lucky to have our daughter attends this school. She’s learned so much and has grown so much since starting in February. The teachers and staff are exceptional, and it’s a warm and nurturing environment.

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.

We started Tierra Encantada almost 2 years ago. And we are so grateful for all the staff and management. They have been very supportive with us. It was a first day care experience for our son so it was important for us, for him to be at a place where he feels welcome, happy, safe and loved and Tierra Encantada met our expectations. From the Toddlers A room to the IPB class where is currently in now, we are so grateful for all his teacher. Miss Elizabeth and Mrs Stefannia do a wonderful job, my son is learning a lot. He comes home happy and tell us all about his day, he loves Fridays because is Show and Tell, his favorite activity. So you don’t want to miss this place, one of the best in the area.

I first enrolled my baby at Tierra Encantada at just 4 months old.. needless to say I was extremely nervous about sending him to daycare. Thankfully we have had an amazing experience with Tierra Encantada! The administrative team is so attentive, welcoming and truly gets to know each and every child and family. My baby loves his teachers! He has a smile on his face every time he sees them. The staff members have made us feel like they truly care about our baby’s wellbeing. We are so thankful to the whole Tierra Encantada Ford team for making our first daycare experience a great one!

Great Daycare! Highly recommend it. My daughter loved going to Tierra Encantada. The curriculum is great she learned a lot during her time there and I saw a great improvement in her development. Unfortunately, we had to move and you guys set the bar really high because I have not been able to find a daycare so good. We miss Tierra Encantada. Thank you all for everything!

After a year of having our children at Tierra Encantada, we are thrilled to share our positive experience. The Spanish immersion program, led by native speakers, continues to impress with its authentic language environment. The arts and crafts activities have kept our kids engaged and creatively stimulated throughout the year. The inclusion of healthy, homemade meals adds to the overall well-being of the children. Most notably, the teachers' genuine care has been what gives us peace of mind when we drop off our boys each day. Highly recommended for parents seeking a nurturing and enriching environment for their little ones!

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.

My son started daycare June of 2024 he was 16 months, prior to daycare he had a nanny part time. My husband and I decided our son needed to attend daycare so he could interact with children his age, and we wanted him to attend a Spanish immersion daycare. The daycare/teachers are wonderful, they always keep us informed of our sons daily activities and the teachers are warm and caring. Our son is speaking Spanish not just words but sentences. I highly recommend this daycare.

We have been at Tierra Encantada for about a year. Our two toddlers started at 10 months and 2.5 years, respectively. They have been successful in each classroom and they absolutely LOVE school, their teachers, and the administrative staff. The curriculum is outstanding and both our toddlers can switch between English and Spanish with ease- they get excited to teach me songs and vocab words at home! The provided food is also a huge pro for us- their breakfast, lunch, and snacks are healthy and diverse thanks to their wonderful chef. We are always notified immediately of illnesses reported from other families, any changes in routine, and when monthly fire drills happen. They have fun "spirit days" and are about to start water days for summer. We are so grateful to everyone at TE for everything they do for us!

My child was harassed by their administrative assistant repeatedly. It turned out not only mine. Instead of addressing the concern, the business has taken down my yelp and Google reviews. Avoid this place.

Our daughter started at Tierra Encantada about six months ago, and she LOVES it. I was pretty nervous for her to start daycare because she had been bottle hesitant, but the teachers are amazing. Somehow, they got her to take her bottle, and within a week, she happily too a bottle with no issue at each feeding. So glad we decided to go with Tierra Encantada!