Imagine Nation Encino

One place that I would definitely recommend! IMAGINE NATION is amazing! I feel comfortable leaving my child with the staff on a daily basis. They make it a point that my child learns a lot and can adapt to that changes. Francesca the owner is very hands on and knowledgeable on her field. This is the place where you want your kids to go not only because they’re good on what they’re doing but they have the passion to make a change.

We LOVE Imagine Nation! My son started when he was one years old; He has just flourished there… I saw an improvement in naps, walking, comprehension and coordination within the first weeks that he started there. INE is a small home based daycare that is just amazing. Especially since we live in an apartment, I love that he can spend time playing inside and out at a house environment where the kids can run around on the grass and play in the sand box and get dirty having fun the way that is hard to do in an apartment.
The owner Francesca and her employees love my son like he’s their own! They go beyond the call of duty to get to know each child as an individual. My son just loves it there and we love the Tadpoles App with the daily updates of notes, photos and videos (food, milk, naps, diapers). They have gotten to know my son as an individual and have helped us to navigate a breastfed baby in daycare and are very nurturing and supportive with naps and making sure he feels comfortable and secure.
The daily learning about trucks, animals, colors is just great along with the art, water play in the summer, movement and songs keeps my son having soon much fun that he sometimes doesn’t want to come home. We were really skeptical about daycare and had heard soo many horror stories, but Imagine Nation has been the BEST… blowing away our expectations. They are always available via phone & text and we always feel connected to my son and his care even when we are away at work.
I can’t rave enough about Imagine Nation. I refer all my friends there!

I can’t say enough good things about Francesca and her team. My son started going to Imagine nation Encino when he was 1. Joey has had some severe allergic reactions to food and we can’t identify what causes it. So imagine leaving your child knowing he could react to anything at any time. It was a nightmare. However Francesca and her team spent the time to learn how to use an Epi pen and learn the warning signs of anaphylaxis. One day Joey had a reaction at school and Francesca handled the situation amazingly. I had true peace of mind know he was in the best hands possible.
My son loved Francesca and her amazing team from day one. And I felt like I was part of his day because of the tadpole app that had pictures, videos, and a daily report. He has grown so much since starting there. I love how they do flash cards with the kids and spend lots of time reading and singing.
However the number one reason why I would recommend Imagine nation Encino is because they treat you like family there. They genuinely love your child and see all the special, unique and amazing traits your child has. Each child is an individual to them and they will take that special time and different approach to truly help each child grow.
If you are considering a daycare for your child I would HIGHLY recommend Imagine nation Encino. Your child will be loved and cared for by some truly amazing people. It’s more than just a daycare, it’s a home away from home for your little one! Thank you Francesca, Kat, Marcella, and Michelle for going above and beyond in helping Joey grow.

Yes, I’m still incredibly greatful for the INE team!!! There’s nothing more important then knowing you’re child is loved and in good hands. They are truly the best. I would leave my son here until kindergarten if I didn’t relocate!

Imagine Nation absolutely removed all of the stress and guilt associated with leaving our first child into the care of others. From the pre-​visit through all of the daily reporting with loads of gorgeous pictures, we have felt engaged, informed and relieved by the level of genuine care and concern the staff provides as our daughter develops. We visited every possible nearby home day cares and Imagine Nation was far and away the best. It provides a wonderful space for the kids to play and develop. It is clean and tidy above average and it allows for naps, balanced meals and lots of educational activities and play. More importantly, the staff provides the children with compassionate guidance and genuine warmth. My 1,4 year old daughter started 4 months ago and she transitioned very quickly to the point where a week later she’d run in to meet and hug her friends and lovely care givers at drop off which is a clear sign that she’s happy and being well taken care of :)

Imagine Nation is a true gem. The teachers are amazing– smart, kind, flexible. Francesca has created a warm and caring learning environment and my son comes home talking about «escuela» everyday. I enrolled my two year old at Imagine Nation after having a nanny share for his first two years. As all parents would be, I was worried about the transition. He DID NOT SHED A SINGLE TEAR! Because they have such a great teacher to child ratio, there was someone there to provide him a little extra attention and reassurance. He now comes home reciting his days of the week and saying «please,» «thank you «and «your welcome.» He’s always talking about his friends and teachers and loves reviewing the pictures and stories that Imagine Nation provides through the Tadpoles app at the end of each day. At Imagine Nation I feel that I’ve not only found a safe learning environment for my son, but also highly educated teachers who are looking out for my baby’s best interests.

If I could give 10 stars, I would! Imagine Nation and the whole team is amazing!
Me and my husband were lucky enough to raise our daughter her whole first year so finding a great day care was extremely hard for us because we were like «whos going to take care of her the way we have?» and we toured a few places … but thankfully we found Imagine Nation. I actually drive out of my way to bring our daughter here because of how happy we are. We know Peyton is in great hands and we know they all love her and that means the world!
Not only has Peyton showed so much growth and independence from her time here but they are also extremely friendly and patient with parents too. There were two instances that my husband and I needed Francesca to be patient with us with some personal matters and she was so great. She understands and truly cares for the families. I love her. And her assistant Kat is amazing. She always shows me that she cares for Peyton and is attentive to her.
I love taking Peyton to day care/​school now. I was so scared at first and now I prefer her there mostly! :)
soooooo thank you EVERYONE at Imagine Nation! We love you guys!

Been sending my toddler here for a while now. My wife and I have never entrusted our little boy with anyone else except Francesca and her team. I love it that they send a daily comprehensive report on how his day went.

Our 17 month old has been enrolled at Imagine Nation Encino for several months and we could not be more pleased with the care he receives. He absolutely LOVES attending Imagination Encino. Francesca and her staff are wonderful. They are incredibly hands on and are deeply invested in the happiness and wellbeing of the children they care for. It shows.
Francesca, Kat and Maria were WONDERFUL with transitioning our son from 1 – 1 at home care to a preschool setting. They made the transition easier for him and made us feel completely comfortable with the move from a nanny to daycare too. We received (and still do) text message updates on how he is doing throughout the day.
In addition, we receive a daily activity log via an app call Tadpoles that tells us what our son did during the day, what ate/​didn’t eat, and we get to see him in action via snapshots that we can download. It’s fantastic and is above and beyond what we expected from a daycare program.
ImagineNation Encino also offers a versatile, healthy menu for kids that are old enough to eat solid foods. Our son loves the food and has become a great, non picky eater under their care.
We love that the children play together, read together, the group takes walks daily, the kids learn songs, the alphabet, work on art projects, work on their gross and fine motor skills, learn to share and play in a healthy way with other children. Imagination Encino is really helping our son to be more creative, independent and outgoing. He has such a blast every day.
In all, I don’t think we could have found a better daycare program with a more passionate group of teachers. We couldn’t be happier and are very lucky to have discovered Imagine Nation Encino.

I can’t say enough good things about Imagine Nation. Our old, much loved daycare closed earlier this year. Me abd another mom went to 4 or 5 other day cares and not one could meet our expectations except Imagine Nation Encino! It was new so we were taking a chance, but it has surpassed my expectations. Francesca and her crew are professional and loving. I will be sad when daughter moves on. We love this place!!!

We are so pleased with Imagine Nation. Our son started attending at 12 ½ months. Just two months in, he is now more attentive during story time, he has grasped baby sign language, and his social development skills are soaring (and he was already a very social toddler).
Francesca and her team do a wonderful job with the children. Her daily recaps with photos included bring us right into our son’s world. We can’t wait to receive them each night!
Imagine Nation is truly a diamond in the rough. Highly recommended.

We unexpectedly needed to change daycare providers after our 1 year old daughter had been with a family provider for 6 months. As any parent knows, finding a setting that is the right fit is a major challenge! We were looking for an environment that was nurturing, stimulating, and healthy for our little girl and Imagine Nation Encino has exceeded our expectations! A family run home daycare, the owner has experience in Montessori settings and runs her business with similar professionalism. We adore the daily reports that let us know the activities our daughter participated in during the day and we forward it to grandparents so they feel like they are a part of her day, too! The home is very clean and safe and the toys, books and activities are developmentally appropriate and stimulating. Our daughter comes home happy, sleeps well demonstrating a well-​rounded day, and has accelerated her vocabulary and cognitive development. She is also developing a loving disposition which we know is thriving in her current daycare. She has befriended the other children as they are similar in age and disposition. It has the personal feel of an in home provider blended with the protocol you would expect in a larger facility (reports, safety, etc.). The owner and staff are knowledgeable about child development but also nurturing and fun! We are having a wonderful experience with the staff and feel safe and confident with our choice!

I really love this day care. When we placed our son in it for the first time, I felt a little choked up as I was leaving. But I felt much better when I received the updates on what he was doing throughout the day by email or text. I feel still very connected to my son while I am away at work. It’s a great relief knowing that my son is learning and playing with other kids in a very safe environment. I love the compassion and sensitivity of the owners of the place. They are really in tune with how my son acts and feels. When he comes home, he seems very happy and content. It’s a great place.

I am a first– time mom to a 5-​month old boy and like most first-​time parents, I worry about my little one constantly when I’m not with him. So when it was time for me to go back to work full time, I was sure I was going to be a nervous wreck!
When I began to take my son to Imagine Nation Encino, all my worries disappeared. They are experienced, friendly and patient (mostly with me!) and, in my opinion, they provide high quality child care services. They understood and supported me when my son was exclusively breastfeeding and prepared his meals accordingly (he has since transitioned to solid foods — with their help). My son loves going to this daycare. He enjoys interacting with the other children, reading, playing, going for walks and being outside. Also, my husband and I have noticed a huge difference in our son ever since he started going to Imagine Nation Encino. He is more independent (holding on to his bottle, playing unassisted) and he is learning a lot of new things (baby sign language, listening intently when being read to and eating solid foods).
Francesca is very knowledgeable, experienced and is a joy to work with. We could tell right away that she is passionate about her work and loves taking care of her daycare kids. She is very responsible and communicates every detail about our son’s day. We look forward to the Tadpoles email report she sends us every night — a list of all his activities: naps, diaper changes, meals/​feedings, playtime activities, photos and videos of the day. Reading these every night makes me feel as if I was with my son all day as well.
When our son had a slight fever, Francesca even took the time to look up good pediatricians in the area (because I was busy at work). Our son loves his new pediatrician (and so do we!) because of her. Talk about always going above and beyond. :-)
I highly recommend Imagine Nation Encino and envision bringing my son (and future children) here for many years to come.

Nothing more comforting to know that my 12 month old baby is in great hands! It is a blessing that Imagine Nation Encino is open and an absolute joy that we found them!

This daycare is simply amazing and anything and everything you can ask for in a great daycare! My son is 13 months old and has been attending here for two weeks. Since he has been here he comes home so much happier than he was before, he sleeps better at night and is growing and learning so much. They send me a list of what he eats, when he sleeps, and what he does during the day and i think that is great. She sends me pictures of his adventures which puts my mind at ease and lets me know he is having a great time. I really love this daycare and am so happy my son is here.