My two children, (9 months and 3 years) go to the day care. We have gone to different day cares in the area (UNLV) and others for a time and this is by far our favorite. Many of the care givers have been there a long time because they love the kids. It is a small atmosphere, and my children have really bonded with their class teachers. They have freeflow where the kids can play inside or out depending on what they wish- which my son loves because he gets lots of time to play outside and get dirty. He generally comes home with lots of sand in his pockets and shoes and hair, and happy as can be!!
Every day as we're leaving my son gets his gummy bear from the wonderful director. It is a tradition that he really looks forward to. And he's learning his colors when he picks which color he wants. I don't know what I'd do without this place, they are all so wonderful!!!
They have used positive methods to deal with difficult child behavior (like helping my son to give a high five rather than hit when he is frustrated).
Also, my son has learned how to blow his nose, his abc's, and just blows me away with what he comes home knowing-- and he is so proud of what he can do too!
In the baby room they do not use swings or bouncers or exersaucers. They are in tune with your baby's abilities and allow them to explore at their own ability level.