THIS IS THE BEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN ROSEVILLE AND ROCKLIN!…read more We finally found a M. school that cares for their students. We are just incredibly lucky to have teachers like them for our son. They care not only for giving a great Montessori education but values, positive discipline, etc. When you walk-in that environment, it feels like home and the teachers are always helpful and friendly with everyone. My son loves his school very much as well as his teachers and friends.

Hi Ronnie! Ronnie and her staff are amazing educators and…read morecaregivers! My son is 7 now and in the Rocklin Acadamy Turnstone program doing very well. He was ready for their curriculum when he arrived as a result of their parenting and tutelage skills. I don't know what I would have done without them...

It saddens me to have to write this review. I am giving this school 2-stars for the appreciation…read moreand love for the teachers our child had. If it weren't for them, I would be giving the school a 1-star review. As a parent, we always want what's best for our children and for their safety to be the top priority. Which was the case for the 1.5 years we had our child enrolled. After looking for countless facilities, we found American Montessori Academy (AMA). We were hesitant due to sharing a campus with a church, not knowing if the school was religious based, however we learned that the only connection is that the school rents the space. As we toured the facility, we enjoyed the classroom environment and the Montessori approach to learning. We enrolled our child and began our journey in Red Class. All seemed well, until we observed some odd behaviors from our child. Our child demonstrated more anxious behavior and would plead to stay home (in a 2.5 year old way). We asked questions and learned that certain children in the class were being yelled at. Our child hit the point where feelings turned into fear of the teachers themselves. We addressed this concern with the Director, Michelle, and she agreed for us to switch our child into Blue Class. Blue Class was our saving grace. From my understanding Blue Class had a larger group of children due to one of the classrooms being renovated from a leak. Our child was weary entering a new classroom and needed adjusting but the fear was no longer present. It wasn't until we witnessed the care and attention the children received from these teachers that eased our minds. Fast forward to the 24-25 school year where Green class opened their doors and AMA now had 3 running classrooms. We decided to keep our child in Blue due to the connection our child had with the teachers. While the year progressed, our child was thriving socially, emotionally, and academically. We continued enrollment through summer and everything went downhill from there. We learned that children were alone with photography staff for their school photos and no school staff were present. When the Director was addressed about this, her response was "no one else has ever had a problem with this": https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/transparencyapi/api/FacilityReports?facNum=313619751&inx=11 As many parents began to view other concerns relating to staffing ratios and teachers needing support ratios (specifically relating to 2 year olds and children with needs), emails were sent to the Director to address these concerns. The Director's response was dismissive as she minimized any concerns we had and her solution was for us was to find a new facility. On July 3, 2025 a parent found an incident report filed on AMA on the Department of Social Services website dating back to November 2024. The incident allegation was in violation of child personal rights: https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/transparencyapi/api/FacilityReports?facNum=313619751&inx=9 According to licensing every family was supposed to be notified if the incident fell under a Type A violation, however, that was not the case. Another complaint was filed about not receiving the incident and an unannounced visit was made by DSS. As a parent, I called DSS myself to discuss this incident and notify that I had not received any notification from the school. According to DSS, the Director informed him that she informed parents but she can't control if parents return the signed form. The notification of the incident was not distributed to all families and was not posted anywhere around the school. Parents began receiving the notification in other classes. When they addressed the Director, she responded by informing them that it won't be an issue because the staff that is in question no longer works at the school. On July 11, 2025 we received our letter informing us of an incident. When we addressed the Director about the incident, she told us a different story: that the child's parents requested staff to pat the child's back for nap time and whoever recorded and reported the incident did so in retaliation of not receiving a Head Teacher position. First, the stories are different. Does the staff who pounded the child's back work there or not? (By the way, the staff is still employed and continues to be rough with children). Second, if the child's parents were aware of the incident - why wasn't the report dropped and why go to such lengths to hide it. If you decide to enroll your child in this school - be weary. I honestly believe most of the teachers are great and care deeply for the children - especially Blue Class. But the administration needs to change. The way problems are handled leads me to believe it's more about the money than the children.

We treasured our time at AMA! My daughter went there for 3 years, and went into first grade at…read morepublic school doing well than majority of her peers! Our teachers Ms Sharlene, Mrs Cassie and aids Miss Madison, Miss Tate, Miss Nikki and many more, were each amazing! The easy ability to communicate with her teacher/ office is what separates them from other over crowded preschools. It was nice to view pictures of their day on the private school app. Helps ease my mind that the school is gated with a code as well. It is next to a church, but they do not have a religious affiliation. The picture company that does the school photos are AMAZING; SERIOUSLY not one hair was out of place! I was able to actually observe them during my daughter's first session and they are super kid friendly and hilarious! They learned all concepts of the Montessori curriculum as well as age appropriate academic skills, making sure they are focusing on the whole child. It taught my daughter to be independent with transitions and lunch for public school. The classrooms are very well organized, and had a cozy vibe with separate inside / outside shoes. They have annual field trips, theme days, and sweet Holiday traditions! Overall, it was like my daughter's second family, and we will miss it dearly!

We've had a wonderful experience with Knowledge Beginnings since our daughter started there at just…read more5 months old. The teachers are truly amazing--we can tell they genuinely care for our little one and it gives us such peace of mind knowing she's in loving, capable hands. The communication is excellent, both in person and through the app. We especially love receiving pictures and updates throughout the day--it's such a joy to see her smiling, learning, and having fun! We feel completely confident that our daughter is not only well cared for but also loved and supported while she's at school. We're so grateful to the entire team at Knowledge Beginnings

My experience at this childcare facility left me feeling uncomfortable and ultimately led me to…read morewithdraw my children due to concerns about organization, communication, and safety. From the beginning, I felt rushed into bringing my children without being properly prepared. I was not clearly informed about what items I needed to provide for my children, the billing policy, or the exact amount I would owe. I asked multiple times for written confirmation of my monthly payment amount, but I never received anything by email. I was only given verbal estimates, which created confusion and uncertainty. One of my biggest concerns happened when my daughter was bitten by another child in her classroom. I understand that incidents can happen in childcare settings, and I do not blame the facility simply because a child bit another child. However, what made me extremely uncomfortable was the handling of the situation. The teacher stated in front of the director that she had already sent me an incident report, which was not true. I also never received a phone call regarding the injury. When I saw my daughter's injury, it was more severe than I had expected. The lack of communication and the fact that I felt I was given inaccurate information damaged my trust. After speaking with the director, we agreed to move my daughter to another classroom. Unfortunately, when my daughter returned after being absent for several days, nobody appeared to have prepared for her transition. Her belongings had not been moved, and no one was available to guide me to her new classroom. After waiting for quite some time, another staff member eventually assisted me, though she did not seem pleased to do so. Once I entered the classroom, it was clear the teacher seemed surprised and unprepared for my daughter's arrival. As a parent, that was concerning because transitioning a child into a new environment should feel organized and welcoming. I was also later emailed that I would be charged a late fee despite still not having clear information regarding the exact amount I owed or the due dates. In the end, my daughter was paid for the month but only attended a handful of times because I no longer felt comfortable with the overall environment. The disorganization, communication issues, and concerns regarding cleanliness made me feel that this was not the right place for my children.

I can't rave about this school enough as my son just completed his preschool years here. He has…read moregrown emotionally, academically, and socially during his time at Meadow View. The teachers are so kind, patient, and treat every child as if they are their own. My son came home from school everyday with artwork and a story about what he learned. They offer healthy snacks, hands on learning, and something new for the children to look forward to. We recommend this school to everyone we know and look forward to having our daughter attend when she is of age.

I enrolled my 5-year-old son in the Montessori summer camp at meadow view, and after seeing his…read moreprogress, I decided to keep him here for the school year as well. The hands-on activities and practical life experiences have helped him grow in so many positive ways. Ms. Maryam is incredibly caring and supportive, and she makes each child feel valued and encouraged. I also love that the school provides clean, homemade snacks, which shows the extra thoughtfulness and care that goes into everything they do. We are so happy to be part of this Montessori community!

The best school around! My son started in preschool and has stayed into elementary. He is thriving…read moreand learning so much! The teachers are dedicated and loving. A true gem of a school!

Destiny has great teachers/staff, curriculum, and learning environment. Our child was always happy…read moreto go to school here-the hard part was getting her to leave! She learned so much here and enjoyed it! They offer summer programs and opportunities to add days to accommodate parent's schedule needs.

My daughter has been at this school for the 3.5 years now and we absolutely love it! It exceeded…read moreour expectations with an amazing curriculum full of fun learning activities, wonderful admin staff greeting you at the door and helping each parent along when needed. The teachers are all truly amazing they really pay attention to each kids needs and just so engaged and loving. It truly has been a community for us with so many events for kids and parents throughout the year. The facility is very safe, clean, and organized. I absolutely love the app to use for all the reminders and pictures of what's going on and what she ate or if she napped. The communication is very open and ongoing of what's going on. The owners Millie and Ash are very present at the events hanging out with the kids you can feel the love and commitment they have for the school and the kiddos. I recommend Goddard to friends and family I can't thank their team enough for how much they have taught my daughter to be confident and grow along with learning social skills for making friends. She is so happy to go each day to see her teachers and classmates and comes back with so many stories about fun activities she learned from!

As a parent, there is nothing more important than knowing your child is safe, loved, and genuinely…read morecared for. I can honestly say this school has exceeded every expectation I had. From the moment you walk through the front doors each morning, you're greeted with smiling faces and a warm "good morning." They know every child by name and make each family feel welcome. It's such a wonderful way to start the day and immediately gives you peace of mind. The teachers are truly incredible. They are patient, loving, attentive, and take the time to get to know each child as an individual. I've never felt like my son is just another student in a classroom. They celebrate his personality, encourage his growth, and genuinely care about his happiness and development. I also really appreciate their student to teacher ratio. There are more teachers in the classrooms than I've seen at many other childcare centers, which means the children receive so much individual attention and gives me peace of mind. My son started in the First Steps classroom and has now moved into the Young Toddlers classroom, so we've had the opportunity to experience three different classrooms and many different teachers. One thing that has remained consistent throughout every transition is the genuine love and care the staff has for the children. Even teachers he no longer has still stop to say hello, give him high fives, and ask how he's doing. Seeing that they continue to care about him long after he's left their classroom speaks volumes about the kind of people they are. It never feels like they're simply doing a job, they truly build relationships with the children and their families. One of my favorite things about the school is how much they do to keep learning fun and engaging. As a STEM school, they incorporate hands on learning while also offering so many exciting activities throughout the year. My son looks forward to Music Mondays with Matt, art days, water play days, pizza Fridays, and the creative themes they change throughout the week. Over the summer they had a train come to the school and the kids got to ride on it, my son loved that! They even had an outdoor Robo Dance Party that came to the school. They are always thinking of the next fun thing they can bring to the school and it's truly amazing! They even have Soccer Shots as an added option for kiddos. They also host so many family events and holiday celebrations, including Mother's Day, Father's Day, Grandparents Day, Aunt & Uncle Day, and more. They truly make families feel like they're part of the school community. Safety has always been a top priority for me, and this school takes it seriously. The secure entry with double doors and coded access, along with locked and alarmed outdoor gates, gives me confidence every day that my son is in a safe environment. The playground is always clean, well-maintained, and a place where the kids can play safely. The communication is another huge reason we love this school. Through their app, I receive updates throughout the day with photos, what my son has eaten, diaper changes, water refills, nap times, and more. It makes such a difference knowing exactly how his day is going while I'm at work. I am so grateful that my son gets to grow up surrounded by teachers and staff who love him so well. If you're looking for a school where your child will have lots of fun, learn new curriculum each day, be safe, encouraged, celebrated, and genuinely loved, I cannot recommend this school enough. We feel incredibly lucky to be part of this amazing community!!!

We absolutely love Little Bugs Preschool! We have a 4 year old we wanted to enroll and many other…read morepreschools were already full! We found Little Bugs Preschool through yelp and I haven't been to an in-home preschool before, but when we arrived for a tour I was amazed of how well it is set up! Their home is fully dedicated for preschool! We instantly fell in love. My thoughts exactly were "this is it!" Our 4 year old walked through the door and was in awe, she loved it and went straight to the backyard which also has a wonderful set up for the kids. When we called Miss Janet initially she was very happy to speak with us and answer any questions! Meeting her in person she is just as wonderful and is amazing with the kids! I'm excited and would highly recommend!

This school is absolutely amazing and the teacher is awesome! There are new learning activities…read moreevery day! They spend a lot of time doing crafts, playing outside, and working on letters, numbers and writing. My son and all of the students love this school! I highly recommend it!

Fantastic preschool! I am one of the owners of PARTY PLACE and HOOT coffee in Rocklin and I had the…read morepleasure of getting to know the Little Monkeys preschools staff, owners and the happy families that have been attending the 2016 preschool year and I could tell that they all really enjoyed the 2016 school year and relationships that were built at Little Monkeys preschool. The kids ran around like happy little monkeys having so much fun at there graduation party in the PARK party hall, while the parents got to socialize with one another and talk about how much fun they had during the school year. Many of the parents came up to the front lobby and enjoyed some of the craft HOOT coffee and talked me and my staff about the school year and were super happy with Little Monkeys Preschool and were highly recommending the school. I was so happy with them I decided that when we are finished with our new website we will put little monkeys preschool on our local recommendation page so that other people can find a great school for their kids to be taken care of in good hands! Thank you Little Monkeys Preschool for partying with us at PARTY PLACE, We look forward to serving you and your school again! :)

My daughter has started the pre k program Monday through Friday for a few hours the last few months…read moreand I can tell you this program rocks! Sounds and movements with the letters, and the curriculum is geared toward kindergarten preparedness. Meals are included, social time, circle time, sensory games and life skills are taught here. Field trips too! The kids they have there are all well mannered and have great respect for their mentors and the program just flows well. Will recommend anyone to join this place!