# Clever Daycare - University District — FAQs from customer reviews > med spa, Calgary. > 4.3 from 85 Google ratings. > 13 FAQs written by AI from 67 written Google reviews, each quote checked against its review. Last changed 2026-10-26. ## Questions and answers ### [What is the overall experience like at Clever Daycare - University District?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#what-is-the-overall-experience-like) 17 reviews, 2022-02 to 2026-04: 16 positive · 1 critical. As of 26 Oct 2026, 17 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to overall experience: 16 describe it positively, 1 critically. Most parents describe the experience at Clever Daycare as warm and reassuring, with children who are "not just cared for—but truly understood"[1]. Families say it "truly feels like family"[2] and that their children are "happy, learning so much, and looks forward to going every day"[3]. One parent called it simply "the best, best and the best daycare in Calgary"[4]. **Starting out nervous.** Several families mention feeling anxious before beginning, such as one who said "we were so nervous at first, it's a big step leaving your baby"[5]. Another admitted they "were nervous about starting daycare with our one year old" but found the teachers "genuinely care for our child"[6]. These early worries tend to ease once children settle in, as seen when a son "has no issues transitioning because all the teachers love and care for the children"[7]. **Daily communication and environment.** Parents value the ongoing updates they receive, like the app that "keeps us updated on our days activities and makes it easy to communicate with the teachers"[8]. The physical space also gets attention, with one noting "how natural sunlight is almost always there"[9]. Overall, families describe staff as "so lovely and accommodating"[10]. [1] "not just cared for—but truly understood" — mona abdalhady, Apr 2026: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pkNFEwTXhSRzFTWDFwaWIzUnVUMnhMZFVoMlMwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjd4Q0MxRG1SX1pib3RuT2xLdUh2S0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "it truly feels like family" — Katie Bakgaard, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2psbGR6Sk5VRU5mYWxaamVsQjBTRVZSVWtRelkwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjlldzJNUENfalZjelB0SEVRUkQzY0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "happy, learning so much, and looks forward to going every day" — Abdulaziz Aldaihani, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKRk1VeDJPSHBFYm5kTE1XaGtZVFZIWTA1cFpVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJFMUx2OHpEbndLMWhkYTVHY05pZUE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "the best, best and the best daycare in Calgary" — Benson Liu, Sep 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNIMXRINFBBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICH1tH4PA%7C%7C?hl=en-US [5] "We were so nervous at first, it’s a big step leaving your baby" — Laura Malatesta, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w5VE9UVlplRFJsZW1ScVlWa3lNek5OY0c0NU9WRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOl9TOTVZeDRlemRqYVkyMzNNcG45OVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [6] "It’s clear how much they genuinely care for our child" — Dina Lee, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxd1dXNVVSazlVWmt4TlVrZGZVQzFVVVUxRVJGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1wWW5URk9UZkxNUkdfUC1UUU1ERFE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [7] "no issues transitioning because all the teachers love and care for the children" — Renata Krüger, Jul 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNyOXN2Rlh3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICr9svFXw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [8] "keeps us updated on our days activities and makes it easy to communicate with the teachers" — Blessing, Aug 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3Xy15cDl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID7_-yp9wE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [9] "how natural sunlight is almost always there" — suwu, Aug 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1d3FfeFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDuwq_xVw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [10] "The staff was so lovely and accommodating" — Kevin Vos, Aug 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2toRFVsUktabXhQTFZOR1JVaEZXa3RTUjJaeVgwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkhDUlRKZmxPLVNGRUhFWktSR2ZyX0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [What do parents say about the quality of staff and teachers at Clever Daycare - University District?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#what-do-parents-say-about-the-quality-of) 15 reviews, 2021-12 to 2025-10: all positive. As of 26 Oct 2026, 15 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to staff and teacher quality: all 15 describe it positively. One parent said the teachers are 'second to none'[1], while another called them 'kind, caring, knowledgeable, professional, and unshakable'[2]. Several reviews mention children loving specific teachers and forming strong bonds, such as a son 'loving the STEM based learning provided by Ms. Sabiha'[3], and a bond with a staff member described as 'truly special and something we will never forget'[4]. Other parents highlight consistency and warmth across long periods of enrollment, noting staff 'have all gone above and beyond to make our kiddos feel at home'[5] and that 'all the teachers love and care for the children'[6]. One review praised how the teachers 'answered all my questions with patience'[7] during a tour, and another said the staff 'has been so helpful with our daughter regarding to her transition'[8]. [1] "the teachers are second to none" — Ryan Kemp, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wUmVDMXJRa3B4WWtWWGExOTRNWFJDWVRSd1RFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmpReC1rQkpxYkVXa194MXRCYTRwTEE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "kind, caring, knowledgeable, professional, and unshakable" — Aly MacLean, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ReE1EbEZVVUZpVlY5dk5FMXpUVXByY1RrMGEzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnQxMDlFUUFiVV9vNE1zTUprcTk0a3c%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "loving the STEM based learning provided by Ms. Sabiha" — kendra scurfield, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sSk1FcFlNMGRCZFRFelVESTBNbWcwVTFwZmRIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnlJMEpYM0dBdTEzUDI0Mmg0U1pfdHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "truly special and something we will never forget" — Shelleen Thorne, Sep 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNIMnVtUU9REAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICH2umQOQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US [5] "gone above and beyond to make our kiddos feel at home" — Shane Gryzko, May 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VLLVFnTG00a3B1UVZREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEK-QgLm4kpuQVQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US [6] "all the teachers love and care for the children" — Renata Krüger, Jul 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNyOXN2Rlh3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICr9svFXw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [7] "answered all my questions with patience" — Cayden Oliver, Aug 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1dmJTQU53EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICuvbSANw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [8] "has been so helpful with our daughter regarding to her transition" — francys granadillo, Dec 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHczhMMWNBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDGs8L1cA%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Which teachers at Clever Daycare - University District do parents mention by name?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#which-teachers-do-parents-mention-by-name) 14 reviews, 2021-06 to 2025-10: all positive. As of 26 Oct 2026, 14 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to teachers mentioned by name: all 14 describe it positively. Ms. Notin and Ms. Khaleda are credited with making a one year old's transition positive[1], while another family names "Ms. Poonam, Ms. Notan, and Ms. Khaleda especially"[2]. Ms. Esma, Anjali, Maya, Notin, and Bodor are listed as homeroom educators over time[3], and another parent thanks "Ms. Maya, Ms. bodor , and Ms. Sabiha" for their dedication[4]. Anjali and Sunitha are called exceptional educators[5], and Ms. Maya and Ms. Bodor are described as kind during a transition[6]. **Office and leadership staff.** A principal teacher, Ms. Shahnaz, is thanked for helping a child improve speech[7], and the director, Ms. Raman, is praised as "very welcoming, supportive, supporting and helpful"[8]. [1] "Ms. Notin and Ms. Khaleda" — Dina Lee, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxd1dXNVVSazlVWmt4TlVrZGZVQzFVVVUxRVJGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1wWW5URk9UZkxNUkdfUC1UUU1ERFE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "Ms. Poonam, Ms. Notan, and Ms. Khaleda especially" — Jenn Hampson, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21OUlVuWmZUVVpSYkdoVk5ubE9lVk5CVERoT1FsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmNRUnZfTUZRbGhVNnlOeVNBTDhOQlE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "Ms. Esma, Anjali, Maya, Notin, and Bodor" — Marcus Watt, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pZNFVDMDVNWEZPYUhRMmIzZ3RWbmhNTkhKRVdtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjY4UC05MXFOaHQ2b3gtVnhMNHJEWmc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "Ms. Maya, Ms. bodor , and Ms. Sabiha" — Bshayer Albattah, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tFMlF6bHVPVmR0ZEZjeGRVRktSVGxpV1U0elRXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkE2QzluOVdtdFcxdUFKRTliWU4zTWc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [5] "Anjali and Sunitha are truly exceptional" — Ashley Sheriff, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w5eFRqSXdlRlJIYjNwcFVrWTNYM1pzVG10clRGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOl9xTjIweFRHb3ppUkY3X3ZsTmtrTFE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [6] "Ms. Maya and Ms. Bodor are wonderfully kind" — Wesley Bell, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tKckxVMXRNbko0ZWxkc01sOXFjVVppV0MxUlZYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkJrLU1tMnJ4eldsMl9qcUZiWC1RVXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [7] "our principal teacher Ms. Shahnaz who help my kid" — Stephanie Ángeles, Jun 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMenBxdzBBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDLzpqw0AE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [8] "Ms. Raman is very welcoming, supportive, supporting and helpful" — Monika Saluja, Jun 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNxMS1uNVB3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICq1-n5Pw%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Are children happy at Clever Daycare - University District?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#are-children-happy) 11 reviews, 2021-08 to 2025-10: 11 say yes. As of 26 Oct 2026, 11 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to child happiness: all 11 say yes. One child 'runs into their arms every morning'[1], while another daughter is 'happy, learning so much, and looks forward to going every day'[2]. A newer attendee 'has adapted really quickly and seems to be enjoying herself'[3], and a son 'absolutely loves her and enjoys going to class every day'[4]. Siblings attending together both 'love it', with the daughter 'excited to go' and having 'fun'[5]. One son is 'excited every morning and happy to see his educators'[6], and another daughter 'is always happy when we drop her at daycare'[7]. A final reviewer notes her daughter 'trusts them and is always excited to see them'[8]. [1] "runs into their arms every morning" — Jenn Hampson, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21OUlVuWmZUVVpSYkdoVk5ubE9lVk5CVERoT1FsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmNRUnZfTUZRbGhVNnlOeVNBTDhOQlE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "happy, learning so much, and looks forward to going every day" — Abdulaziz Aldaihani, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKRk1VeDJPSHBFYm5kTE1XaGtZVFZIWTA1cFpVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJFMUx2OHpEbndLMWhkYTVHY05pZUE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "has adapted really quickly and seems to be enjoying herself" — Wesley Bell, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tKckxVMXRNbko0ZWxkc01sOXFjVVppV0MxUlZYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkJrLU1tMnJ4eldsMl9qcUZiWC1RVXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "absolutely loves her and enjoys going to class every day" — Marjan Ali Akbarnia, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2psdU9VbHNaVTh4VTI1d1Vra3lkSFJpTlZoUlkwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjluOUlsZU8xU25wUkkydHRiNVhRY0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US [5] "excited to go and tells me how much fun she has" — Alex McAmmond, Mar 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXOVBQQW1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDW9PPAmQE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [6] "excited every morning and happy to see his educators" — Hungrybear YYC, Dec 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2cmEzMy1nRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC6ra33-gE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [7] "always happy when we drop her at daycare" — Patricia Campos, Nov 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHNjUzOEZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICG6538Fw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [8] "trusts them and is always excited to see them" — Matthew Cooper, Aug 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURhLXV5SDlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDa-uyH9QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Does Clever Daycare - University District help children transition smoothly into the daycare?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#does-help-children-transition-smoothly-into-the-daycare) 7 reviews, 2021-06 to 2025-10: 7 say yes. As of 26 Oct 2026, 7 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to transition support: all 7 say yes. Staff have 'made the transition pretty stress free'[1] for new children, and teachers are described as supportive during the process, with one parent thanking a teacher who 'really supported me and my son for his transition made us much easier'[2]. Even moving between classrooms has gone well, as one child 'has already transitioned to 3 classrooms seamlessly'[3]. **Starting with challenges.** Some children started with added difficulties, such as a 'language and food barriers,' and staff still helped the family through it[4]. Another parent credited a director for 'making the transition easy for my son,' noting she was 'very welcoming, supportive, supporting and helpful'[5]. Staff attentiveness to individual needs is also mentioned, as they are 'always aware of her needs in order to provide' appropriate support[6]. [1] "made the transition pretty stress free" — Wesley Bell, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tKckxVMXRNbko0ZWxkc01sOXFjVVppV0MxUlZYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkJrLU1tMnJ4eldsMl9qcUZiWC1RVXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "really supported me and my son for his transition made us much easier" — marjan ali akbarnia, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xFNVYzZGhUakZzTTFwRloybzRSV2RQY0RkM2JFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlE5V3dhTjFsM1pFZ2o4RWdPcDd3bEE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "has already transitioned to 3 classrooms seamlessly" — Renata Krüger, Jul 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNyOXN2Rlh3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICr9svFXw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "language and food barriers but team helped us with all the" — Dr.kinjal shah, Sep 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2d3YyYTJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC6wv2a2wE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [5] "very welcoming, supportive, supporting and helpful" — Monika Saluja, Jun 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNxMS1uNVB3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICq1-n5Pw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [6] "always aware of her needs in order to provide" — francys granadillo, Dec 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHczhMMWNBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDGs8L1cA%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Is the staff at Clever Daycare - University District friendly and welcoming?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#is-the-staff-friendly-and-welcoming) 7 reviews, 2021-08 to 2025-10: 7 say yes. As of 26 Oct 2026, 7 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to staff friendliness: all 7 say yes. Parents say staff are 'very welcoming and friendly'[1], and one described the staff as 'so lovely and accommodating'[2]. Another noted that 'Everyone is so polite and friendly'[3], while a parent said they are 'always greeted at the door with a smile'[4]. **Comfort and trust.** Some reviewers emphasized feeling comfortable leaving their children, noting staff 'always greet her (and us) with a smile'[5]. Others highlighted that staff were 'super nice and helpful' during a short-notice situation[6], and that their daughter trusts the staff because they are 'lovely and friendly'[7]. [1] "very welcoming and friendly" — Julia Owen Cord, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21WWWFHcEtUMnhwUlhsVFlWbFJRbWhTVTBSQlRVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmVYaGpKT2xpRXlTYVlRQmhSU0RBTUE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "so lovely and accommodating" — Kevin Vos, Aug 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2toRFVsUktabXhQTFZOR1JVaEZXa3RTUjJaeVgwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkhDUlRKZmxPLVNGRUhFWktSR2ZyX0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "Everyone is so polite and friendly" — Stephanie Angeles, Apr 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNqaTlPbDF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICji9Ol1wE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "always greeted at the door with a smile" — Amanda Bichel, Aug 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1czV2OUp3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICus5v9Jw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [5] "always greet her (and us) with a smile" — Diana O'Neil, Feb 2023: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlOUxXb1VnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDe9LWoUg%7C%7C?hl=en-US [6] "staff were super nice and helpful" — Buthaina15 15, Feb 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtdGNPU1JnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDmtcOSRg%7C%7C?hl=en-US [7] "Staff are lovely and friendly" — Matthew Cooper, Aug 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURhLXV5SDlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDa-uyH9QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [What are the premises, play areas, and overall atmosphere like at Clever Daycare - University District?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#what-are-the-premises-play-areas-and-overall) 4 reviews, 2022-08 to 2025-10: all positive. As of 26 Oct 2026, 4 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to premises, play areas and atmosphere: all 4 describe it positively. The place feels very warm and safe[1], and it has truly been a wonderful experience from the very beginning[2]. The environment is warm, safe, and filled with care[3], and children enjoy the physical play spaces, such as the play area and the indoor gym[4]. [1] "the place feels very warm and safe" — Chris Mao, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tkU2NuVjZVbU5oTVhOdU9YQTRkM05OUTA1SmJuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkdScnV6UmNhMXNuOXA4d3NNQ05Jbnc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "it has truly been a wonderful experience from the very beginning" — Abdul-Latif Benson Lamidi, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25weGFsOU9MVGxZTkRKbk5reFlUbkl3U1ZKclQyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnpxal9OLTlYNDJnNkxYTnIwSVJrT2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "The environment is warm, safe, and filled with care" — Abdulaziz Aldaihani, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKRk1VeDJPSHBFYm5kTE1XaGtZVFZIWTA1cFpVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJFMUx2OHpEbndLMWhkYTVHY05pZUE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "loves the play area and the indoor gym" — suwu, Aug 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1d3FfeFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDuwq_xVw%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [What do parents say about the food and extra charges at Clever Daycare - University District?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#what-do-parents-say-about-the-food-and) 4 reviews, 2022-08 to 2025-10: all positive. As of 26 Oct 2026, 4 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to food quality and variety: all 4 describe it positively. Parents generally speak positively about the food at Clever Daycare, describing it as varied and well-made[1][2][3]. One parent noted they make really great and diverse food for the kids[4], while another liked the varied menu[2]. One reviewer loved the foods and everything about the place[1]. However, extra charges apply beyond the base program: one parent mentioned they do charge extra for food and diapers, but there is an opt out program[3]. [1] "Loved everything about Clever Daycare! Staffs, foods" — Fatemeh Hassani, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4SExVdzFWR3RSYkVKMk5pMHlNbU5ZWjJ0MVJtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxHLUw1VGtRbEJ2Ni0yMmNYZ2t1Rmc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "like their varied menu" — Alina Zemlianaia, Oct 2023: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1NGU2ZEdREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID54e6dGQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "charge extra for food and diapers, but there is an opt out program" — Sonia Leung, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2psRE5WZDNTekpxWmpWa1drMXRWak5oWmtobWMzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjlDNVd3SzJqZjVkWk1tVjNhZkhmc3c%7C%7C?hl=en-US [4] "make really great and diverse food for the kids" — Amanda Bichel, Aug 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1czV2OUp3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICus5v9Jw%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Does Clever Daycare - University District support non-English speaking families well?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#does-support-non-english-speaking-families-well) 3 reviews, 2021-09 to 2024-06: 3 say yes. As of 26 Oct 2026, 3 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to support for non-English speaking families: all 3 say yes. Staff have helped children who could not speak English adjust and communicate, with one parent thanking a teacher who helped their child who was barely speaking[1]. Another family noted their children initially 'could not speak English and so they had challenges interacting with the other children' before improving[2]. A third parent said the team helped when their son had a language barrier during his transition[3]. [1] "help my kid a lot, he improved he was barley speaking" — Stephanie Ángeles, Jun 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMenBxdzBBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDLzpqw0AE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "they could not speak English and so they had challenges interacting" — Laura Montes de Oca, Dec 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNtMklMYmN3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICm2ILbcw%7C%7C?hl=en-US [3] "my son had a language and food barriers but team helped us" — Dr.kinjal shah, Sep 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2d3YyYTJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC6wv2a2wE%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Does Clever Daycare - University District accommodate children with ASD?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#does-accommodate-children-with-asd) 2 reviews, 2025-03 to 2025-10: 1 say yes · 1 say no. As of 26 Oct 2026, 2 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to ASD accommodation: 1 says yes, 1 says no. One parent said their child was accommodating in a positive way, noting that staff have been 'so wonderfully accommodating'[1]. Another parent, however, reported a negative experience, saying the daycare 'rejected my son with ASD after being waitlisted for a year'[2]. [1] "so wonderfully accommodating" — Ashley Martin, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KU1dqRllTMVJ2WHpsV1kyMDNabFpQYldSbGJsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJSWjFYS1RvXzlWY203ZlZPbWRlblE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "Rejected my son with ASD after being waitlisted for a year" — Georgy Rumyantsev, Mar 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJbUoyZG5RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCImJ2dnQE%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Does Clever Daycare - University District provide clear waitlist updates and fair fees?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#does-provide-clear-waitlist-updates-and-fair-fees) 2 reviews, 2022-07 to 2024-08: 2 say no. As of 26 Oct 2026, 2 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to waitlist communication and fees: both say no. One parent paid a non refundable waitlist fee and received no updates about placement timing[1]. Another parent described red flags and lost money despite never using the service[2]. **Money without service.** Both reviewers paid fees and ended up without a clear outcome or benefit, pointing to a lack of transparency around how these charges work[1][2]. [1] "have gotten zero updates about if/when approx my child will be getting" — M K, Aug 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3ck1xR3dnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID7rMqGwgE%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "it cost me $299" — Elaine Arruda, Jul 2022: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPNDRyd3RnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO44rwtgE%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [Is Clever Daycare - University District responsive to emails and admin inquiries?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#is-responsive-to-emails-and-admin-inquiries) 2 reviews, 2024-09 to 2026-09: 2 say no. As of 26 Oct 2026, 2 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to responsiveness of office/admin communication: both say no. Reviewers describe the daycare as unresponsive to emails and administrative inquiries[1]. One described repeated attempts to reach the company with no reply at all[2]. **Lack of contact.** The experience included poor administrative communication alongside other concerns[1]. Another reviewer noted sending multiple emails and calls without ever getting a response[2]. [1] "poor administrative communication" — Katie Baker, Sep 2026: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poRk4weHBPRmRzVTIxUmEySmtYMnh6UTFKdVVIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjhFN0xpOFdsU21Ra2JkX2xzQ1JuUHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "Despite over 4 emails, 2 phone calls and filling out the online enquiry forms multiple times, there has never been a response" — K, Sep 2024: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURIclBpLXd3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDHrPi-wwE%7C%7C?hl=en-US ### [What do parents say about the learning resources and STEM program at Clever Daycare - University District?](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district#what-do-parents-say-about-the-learning-resources) 2 reviews, 2021-12 to 2025-10: all positive. As of 26 Oct 2026, 2 written Google reviews of Clever Daycare - University District in Calgary speak to learning resources and STEM program: both describe it positively. One parent notes their son is loving the STEM based learning provided by a specific educator[1]. Another parent says staff provide the best resources for her learning during a transition[2]. [1] "loving the STEM based learning provided by Ms. Sabiha" — kendra scurfield, Oct 2025: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sSk1FcFlNMGRCZFRFelVESTBNbWcwVTFwZmRIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnlJMEpYM0dBdTEzUDI0Mmg0U1pfdHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US [2] "provide Sophie with the best resources for her learning" — francys granadillo, Dec 2021: https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHczhMMWNBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7341e66dacadabcc!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDGs8L1cA%7C%7C?hl=en-US > Most parents describe a warm, caring environment where children are excited to attend and quickly settle in, even after language barriers or difficult prior daycare experiences. Many educators are praised by name for their kindness, patience, and attentiveness, and parents frequently highlight… ## About - Business: Clever Daycare - University District, med spa in Calgary - Google rating: 4.3 of 5, from 85 reviews - Verified mentions on this page: 67 - This page: https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district ## What reviews talk about - [Educator warmth](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/educator-warmth): 11 mentions - [Smooth transition process](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/smooth-transition-process): 11 mentions - [Child happiness and engagement](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/child-happiness-and-engagement): 10 mentions - [Friendly staff](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/friendly-staff): 9 mentions - [Staff care and warmth](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/staff-care-and-warmth): 9 mentions - [Educator quality](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/educator-quality): 7 mentions - [Parent communication](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/parent-communication): 6 mentions - [Parent peace of mind](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/parent-peace-of-mind): 5 mentions - [Support for language barriers](https://review.cleverdaycare.ca/university-district/topic/support-for-language-barriers): 5 mentions ## Where this comes from Every quote on the page is an excerpt of a review someone else wrote, linked to the review itself. 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