We've had wonderful experiences with Odyssey Preschool in Foster City. Our oldest child started…read moreattending when she was 20 months old and is now 5 years old. From Ms. Lihua's classroom to Ms. Jing's, and now Ms. Ping's, our child has been thriving during her time there. All the teachers (and assistants) have been great; they pay attention to our child's strengths, weaknesses, personality and behavior tendencies and adjust their teaching accordingly as opposed to applying one standard approach to all the kids in the class. When we had our second child, we were eager to send her to Ms Lihua's class right when she turned 18 months. The personalities of our two children are quite different; but Ms Lihua's caring and loving style really shines through to get the little ones acclimated quickly to a new school setting, regardless of their differing personalities. We're excited to see our second child go through the other classes in the future as well. It's great that Odyssey is continuously able to retain their amazing teachers for so many years.

This is a really lovely place where my toddler learned how to use the potty, many Chinese words,…read moremusic, and lots of art & play all under the Montessori framework which fosters independence & seeing each child. The class size was smaller due to COVID. My child was with an amazing nanny from 4 months to 3. I was apprehensive across the board but teachers made the transition so easy. We were lucky enough to transfer to their RWC location, which is more practical for where we live. However, I will always have fond memories of where he first started his education.

My daughter attended Beresford Montessori for over 3 years, and during that time she blossomed…read moreacademically and socially, thanks to the care and dedication of the teachers there. The teachers guided my daughter in every aspect of her growth, including forming friendships, learning to read and write, math skills, learning to speak in front of a group, playing well with other kids, and much more. She developed from a quiet and reserved child, to a notably more confident and socially well-adjusted child. Her experience and growth at Beresford prepared her extremely well for the transition to elementary school. Also, my daughter attended the school during the years surrounding the COVID pandemic, and the dedication that Ms. Karina and all the teachers showed to continue teaching and nurturing the children was incredible. Thanks to the teachers' expertise, my daughter actually learned to start reading during the pandemic through remote teaching sessions, which is amazing! When she returned in person to the classroom, she was able to continue her education as if we had hardly lost any time during the pandemic. We also valued the community of families at the school, and have continued to maintain strong friendships with other families after graduating. Overall, we are extremely pleased with our experience at Beresford, and are deeply grateful for the wonderful teachers and families at the school.

A Truly Special Preschool Beresford Montessori…read more Our family has had a long and wonderful history with Beresford Montessori, specifically the Gum Street location in San Mateo. Ms. Karina, the owner, is an incredible educator and highly trained, kind, and deeply dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for children. One of the most remarkable aspects of this school is its staff; many of the teachers have worked there for decades, which speaks volumes about the positive and supportive community Ms. Karina has built. The classrooms are beautifully maintained, warm, and inviting, making it a place where children feel at home. The staff is not only professional but also incredibly loving and it truly feels like family. My older niece and nephew attended Beresford Montessori years ago, and when my daughter started eight years later, she had the same wonderful teachers. That continuity and experience are invaluable. I can't recommend this school enough to family and friends. Even now, my daughter loves to visit whenever she can and often says she wishes she could still go there! The Montessori method gave her such a strong foundation, fostering independence, confidence, and a love for learning. We are forever grateful for the lasting impact Beresford Montessori has had on her education and development. If you are looking for a preschool that provides a loving, enriching, and stable environment, this is the place.

My son attended the Kids Connection Summer Camp Coyote Cubs with Mrs. Floro. We originally signed…read moreup for just one week, but he loved it so much that we enrolled for a second week. If we hadn't had a vacation planned, we would've absolutely continued! Each day after camp, he would run up to me excited to share all the fun he had, something I haven't seen at his current school, so it made me so happy to see him so engaged. I really appreciated the blend of academics and fun, he thrived in that environment. Every staff member we met was kind and welcoming. The front desk team and the morning check-in ladies were always friendly, which made the experience even better. Thank you for putting together such a thoughtful and enriching program!

I'm a parent who is considering the school for my daughter. However, another parent told me that…read morethey have horrible reviews on yelp so I came here to read them.. I read all the one star reviews and have came to the conclusion that their criticism was unreasonable. Whether it was about promises made or protocol issues never once was review about how horrible the teachers were or how horrible my child felt at school.. I just wanted the owners of this establishment to know that those one star reviews are unreasonable and I will be following up with possible enrollment.. thank you to kids connection and their wonderful staff.

Kids Konnect has been a wonderful place for our daughter. She started last July after coming from a…read moredifferent preschool, and the transition was so smooth. It gives us a lot of peace of mind knowing she is in a safe and caring environment every day. All of the teachers are patient, attentive, and truly love kids. My kid is always happy at pickup and talks about how much fun she had. She even feels sad when we miss school because of vacation, which says a lot. Kim, the director, is wonderful, she's very communicative and thoughtful. You can tell she takes real pride in the school and the community she's built. We are very grateful for this school and highly recommend it.

My child loves it here because she is super social! She has lots of opportunities for social and…read moreemotional development. The teachers are wonderful, kind and patient.

Between our two kids, it's our 8th year with CMS! We have experienced all three levels of this…read moreamazing school and there was not a day when we didn't feel lucky for our children to be part of it. Not only is this an authentic AMI school that meticulously follows the Maria Montessori system, but there are also always improvements, creativity, and so much love for the children. The teachers for all levels are exceptional, caring, and nurturing. An excellent staff makes sure all the logistics run smoothly, and our brilliant Principal provides invaluable parent education--whether it's regular informal coffee chats or all-school parent meetings. To top it off, we have a wonderful parent community that grows stronger year after year! Even the youngest kids (Young Children Community, 18m-3y) get to do practical work which helps them become independent and confident. They learn to dress themselves, get gentle toilet training, grow plants, and even make their own pizza every week! Children in the Children's House (3-6y) thrive by doing more practical work, preparing snacks, taking care of the garden, and learning languages. They become efficient readers and are able to write in cursive before they start elementary! Elementary children are instilled with a love of learning and introduced to advanced academics. Being in a multi-age classroom, the kids are trained to be kind and patient with their younger friends. They are exposed to amazing opportunities, from the Montessori Model United Nations in NYC or a trip to Washington, D.C., to taking a trip abroad where they create the itinerary and raise funds all by themselves. The school reinforces the importance of reading and mindfulness regarding screen usage. All learning is done on paper, and children are allowed a modest amount of curated time on school computers.

Our son has been attending Centennial since he was two years old and is now in third grade. Over…read morethe years, we have come to deeply appreciate this wonderful school and the incredible staff who have cared for and guided him every step of the way. Centennial truly feels like a family - a warm, supportive community where our child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally, and where we, as parents, always feel respected and heard. We're so grateful for the love, dedication, and excellence that make this Montessori school such a special place. We look forward to many more joyful years together!

We love LAPMS - San Carlos!…read more Our son has been attending since shortly after he turned 2 years old and his social skills have grown exponentially. He is learning Spanish with Miss Evelyn and can't wait to share the fun songs they sing together with his family. The administration is a dream - Miss Veronica is a positive energy that is unmatched. Our son looks forward to his good mornings from her every school day. 10/10 would recommend to all toddler parents.

Friendly staff and daughter really enjoys the school!! Highly suggest this school! - it's also in a…read moregreat location.

CLC Preschool is amazing! my child has been attending for the past 3 years and has made leaps and…read morebounds with his growth and progress in all aspects of life that include emotional intelligence, social skills, academics, and physical motor skills, and speech. The director, Noor, is such a caring and kind soul that genuinely cares for and invests so much of herself and efforts to ensure each kid is receiving what they need to flourish. The teachers, Lydia and Mahi, have been fantastic at creating an environment that is safe, welcoming, and loving for our son's total wellbeing. The staff is amazing and they have the same kind of deep interest in ensuring every child succeeds. My son is already reading and isn't even in Kindergarten yet. He loves to learn and I give lots of credit to CLC for building him up into the confident little learner her is today. I highly recommend them based on our experience and it's bitter sweet that we will have to move on since our son is entering kindergarten in the coming year. If I could keep him there longer, I would.

We love Ms Noor and all the other teachers at Foothill Preschool. Our daughter went there for 1.5…read moreyears starting around her 4th birthday. She recently started Kindergarten and this was bittersweet for us, because they have taken such good care of her at preschool. Our daughter has made lots of friends at preschool and always enjoyed going. She did fun crafts, learned to write her name, learned to count, learned the alphabet and they really helped her develop a ton of social skills. Ms Noor is a great communicator and thoughtful about what happens. It has been so wonderful to send our daughter to a place where we know she will be so well cared for! Highly recommend!

We love the Rec EEC. Our son was a Tiger and our daughter has grown from an infant in the Monkey's…read moreprogram to toddler in the Monkey's program. This is truly a special place. This isn't our first preschool, but it is the best. For starters, there is a robust education program where kids learn age-appropriate content and are encouraged to go as far as their interests take them. In addition, there is a genuine care for the children. The teachers really know the kids and the families. Parents are encouraged to visit any time and feel welcome rather than that they are intruding (as was our previous experience). And Rebecca, the head of the program, knows every child that has ever passed through, every parent, every sibling - and yet always makes you feel like you are the only one. This is genuinely a special place and we feel grateful to be a part of the community.

We have 2 kids going to the Highlands Early Education Center -ECC. All teachers are very attentive,…read moreloving and care greatly for the children. My eldest has been a student there for over a year now and my youngest who started recently loves it just as much. They also offer additional programs such as soccer, swim lessons, basketball, cooking class, and tennis through the Highlands Recreation Center. The classes have a good balance of artwork, free play, circle time, outside time, snacks, story time, etc. The teachers give you a summary of how your kid was each day, for example: potty training progress (yes! They don't required potty train and will train your kid once they feel he/she is ready). We compared against 4 or 5 other preschools in San Mateo and Burlingame and the EEC was the best facility. It is newer and cleaner built few years ago and had the best staff.