Outstanding in every capacity!…read more Upon reading and researching, I would never send my child anywhere else. My Place Just For Kids should be your very first choice.

Our son went to MPJFK from age 17mo- 4.5years and he LOVED it! We went to TK after that and he was…read moreoverqualified--hitting all of the benchmarks there with ease! I have no doubt it is due to the time he's spent with Lisa, Lori, and all of the incredible staff they've had throughout the years there (have to give a shout out to Genna, Jessica, and Teresa :) ) The things that stood out to us as parents that were absolutely invaluable were: -Communication!!! We've used other childcare for our kids and Lisa and Lori have set the bar. They are simply unmatched. They have made it a priority to keep us updated with the day's activities, food and snacks eaten, naps, diaper changes/potty habits, good behaviors and any issues that may have arisen. We looked forward to the pictures and videos we would see throughout the day and we never had to wonder what was going on. As working parents, I can't tell you how much this helped us feel comfortable with our choice to send our son here. -Education: They really value education: reading, number and letter recognition, colors, shapes, puzzles and educational games, educational songs. It's huge. Our son was counting to 10 by the time he turned 2. They had science and language (Spanish and ASL) focused lessons each week. He would constantly come home with new knowledge that blew us away. Their Teddy Bear Express curriculum is fantastic with wonderful themes. As a teacher myself, I cannot be more grateful for all that he learned and that they helped nurture a love of learning. -Organization & Cleanliness: For a home daycare, Lisa has created a perfect separate space for school vs her home. It's organized and clean. The staff checks the play equipment daily to ensure that it is clean, safe, free of bugs/spiderwebs, and sanitized. At meal times and during crafts, they had shirts that the kids would wear to protect their clothing from home from food and craft stains. This is extra but they have turf in the yard so we were grateful that our son wasn't coming home covered in grass, sand and dirt stains as well as no food or craft stains. Lisa is STRUCTURED in the best way. Everyone knows the expectations and routines and it is helpful for the kids and parents know what is going on throughout the day and for the kids to rise to the occasion and get used to a school setting. -Holidays/Themes: Lisa does a wonderful job of decorating for the holidays and making her home and the school setting feel new and fresh. They always had cute holiday crafts to bring home and would build it into their learning too. They have family gatherings for Halloween, Christmas (with Santa!), Easter (with the Easter bunny!), as well as a Mothers Day and Fathers Day party, a valentines exchange, St Patricks Day leprechaun traps. Having those opportunities to meet other families at the family parties was really nice and as a parent, having access to pictures with Santa and the Easter bunny were fantastic. Each week/month also had a different theme for their learning, share day, and Dress Up Friday. It was so fun for our son to dress up, and find items to share with his friends. He loved looking forward to the things he would get to learn about (space, volcanos, fire prevention--with a trip to the fire station!, dental hygiene, etc). They host an annual lemonade stand that the kids help market, organize, and run that we look forward to each summer! -Extras: They provide breakfast, lunch, and 2 snacks throughout the day so no stressing over slow eaters in the morning or packing a lunch. They have color coded water cups so no need to even bring a water bottle. All I had to do in the morning was get him dressed and drop him off and our mornings were so easy. They taught him so much before we even knew he was ready! One day he came home knowing how to get his shoes on independently and was proud to show us! They teach social etiquette like sharing, listening, taking turns, they give the kids daily jobs and responsibilities. They facilitated potty training. They use an app (Brightwheel) to track the day and communicate so it's nice when everything is in one spot. They have Parents Night Out a few times a year and it's wonderful to have affordable childcare where we know he'll have a blast and he's safe. Graduation/Awards ceremonies each year to celebrate the small victories and character awards--bonus, they learn songs to sing to the families which is not only adorable but great practice for all of the elementary school performances to come! When it was time to move on, our son was beyond ready, and was so confident as he started elementary school. It made our transition there so SO easy and I know it was in large part because of his time at My Place Just for Kids. I'm sure it's obvious from the length of this review but I couldn't recommend them enough :)

We've been with Ready Set Grow for a long time and have consistently had a great experience. The…read morestaff is caring, dependable, and has built real relationships with both our child and our family over the years. It's comforting knowing our child is somewhere they feel safe, supported, and genuinely happy every day. Thank you as always, Brett P.

I've had both my kids here since they were babies. They are great, have a great play area, have a…read moregreat indoor/outdoor time split and also have lesson and learning plans! They are VERY communicative and post photos constantly. The staff are AMAZING and really care about the kids.

I have so many great things to say about RJ's Preschool Academy. All three of my children attended…read moreRJ's and absolutely loved it. My children felt so loved and cared for each day- the facility is beautiful and clean, their staff are all so caring, and my children all learned so much. Each of my kids were well prepared for Kindergarten and TK- they learned all their basics as well as valuable manners and social skills at RJ's.

I can't say enough good things about RJ's Preschool. Finding a good daycare/preschool is a very…read moretough task for any working parent. We were so lucky to have a found place that our daughter loved and thrived. She attended RJ's from five months old until she turned two. If we had not moved, she would still be attending. She was always well cared for and she loved going everyday. Her days were filled with songs, books, outside time and art projects. The teachers always let us know her progress and how each day was for her. I enjoyed getting to know all the wonderful teachers and will miss them very much. This is a great, great school!

I toured eight preschools (maybe more?) and BunnyBears was far and away my first pick. There is so…read moremuch to like at this school, from the focused and kind leadership of the director, to the Reggio-inspired philosophy, to the diversity of staff and families (which our queer and mixed race family values). We feel like our kiddo has learned a lot about community and herself. There are some downsides, as there are everywhere. I don't love the location, right off a busy road, and there's been some teacher turnover, but the school feels really safe behind gates, with a lovely outdoor play area, and there's been a lot of continuity with other teachers. We're headed to TK soon and are really, really bummed to leave the BunnyBears family, but are so glad for the experience.

We've been at BunnyBears for two years, and it's been the best experience for my son. We chose this…read morepreschool because we wanted a focus on social emotional development, and a place that allows the kids to play and explore. This school is exactly that - they put so much effort into giving the kids freedom to figure out who they are and explore their interests, all while teaching them how to be good friends and kind little humans. This is not a traditionally structured preschool - you won't find worksheets or desks, but you will find a Reggio style environment that intentionally allows the kids to lead. No school is perfect, but it's clear the teachers are all trying their best to create a safe and open environment for the kids. Teacher Donna, Teacher Linnea, and all the other teachers, have had a huge impact on my son, and we can't thank them enough. We'll miss the sweet little BunnyBears community!

If you're looking for a safe and family-like environment for your precious kiddos, this would be…read morethe place! I met Cindy and Janay through my oldest son's previous school and they invited us over to join the opening of their school. Best decision ever! My son is now in Elementary School, but my youngest has been attending pre-school here and she is thriving. She has had a small speech impediment which she has almost completely outgrown thanks to their dedication and love. I am so happy I found them.

My wife and I were looking for a school for our preschool-aged old son. The school we had sent our…read moreolder son to (Chase Ranch Montessori) had closed so we had to find a new place. We were so excited to hear that 2 of the teachers from Chase Ranch started their own montessori called Bostania Bright Beginnings! We enrolled our son and couldn't be happier with our experience. He had such a great preschool year that we sent him to Bostania Bright Beginnings for TK as well. He enjoyed every day going to school and learning about so many important subjects (math, science, art, etc). He also learned how to be a good little person as he learned a lot of social skills as well. This year he started kinder, and his teacher told us he is doing so well! Everything they are learning in class today he has already learned at Bostania Bright Beginnings. We highly recommend Bostania Bright Beginnings to any parent who wants to give their child exceptional care while preparing them to be successful in elementary school. Because it is a montessori school, they don't use a "one size fits all" approach. Instead, they learn how the child thinks, in order to teach them in the best way possible. The teachers are so kind and understanding with all the children. Any child that attends Bostania Bright Beginnings is in terrific hands.

We have had a wonderful experience with this daycare. Finding the right place for my son was very…read morechallenging at first , he cried a lot at other schools, even after several weeks. This school was different. He only struggled a little in the beginning, and now he is genuinely excited to go every day. Seeing him wake up happy and say, "I'm going to school, Mommy!" means everything to me. A very special thank you to Ms. Lani and Ms. Crystal! these are the teachers my son always talks about, and it's clear how much they care. I would also like to thank the amazing director, Kate, and the entire staff for creating such a warm, supportive, and welcoming environment. The teamwork here truly shows. We are so grateful for this school and highly recommend it to any parent looking for a place where their child will feel happy and loved.

My son has been going here for a few years, and he loves being there. He adores his teacher, and is…read morelearning so much.

My son has autism so he was never good with other children until he attended KinderCare for a few…read moremonths. After his attendance at KinderCare he is so much more explorative with foods, follows directions in a group a little better and was prepared for this years start at the elementary school pre-school. Often times I would drop him off and cry in my car (happy tears) after seeing the other children cooperate in a 10 minute program Ms. Bertha had for my son, where the class would dim the lights for him and everyone would remain quiet upon his arrival playing classical music until my son was calm enough to join the group (i was told this was usually no more than 10 minutes & I saw it myself, the other children were happy to do so). This melted my heart. Many kids would approach him and say "hi, I love you, it's ok" when I would walk him into class. The directors and teachers here were more than willing to not only comfort my son but teach the other students the importance of inclusion & kindness to those with special needs. These kids were so nice to mine! My son is nonverbal so it was very sweet to hear everyone's little voices of encouragement toward him. I was very sad to have to leave this location I wish he could attend there forever they were so great!!!! There's an app where you can see photos of your child, see what they ate and didn't eat, see how long they napped etc. Totally worth it.

My son has been attending Kindercare for 2 years now and it was the best decision. All of the staff…read moregoes above and beyond for the kids. Sheana greets us every morning and gets him excited to start his day. I highly suggest this day care for anyone that is looking.

It is with a heavy heart that I write this review, because I really wanted to like this place. I…read morefeel it is my duty to warn other parents that if they have an active child, this might not be the place for them. After looking for a local pre-school for my four year old son, I was thrilled that I had found taproot. I walked in and was greeted by one of the teacher's assistants who proceeded to give me a tour of the place. It' a spacious building with three split age groups and a large playground. One of the first things I noticed that struck me as odd was that all the children walked in to the classrooms from their lunch time with their hands behind their back (think cops style). I decided to look past it and tried not to let it bother me so much. Fast forward to the inside of the classroom, the children are sitting in circle time, silent, with their hands behind their backs again (this time it looks sad and the children look robotic). I decided to ask why they were doing that and the teacher said it was so that they wouldn't be distracted from the lesson- OK, sure, whatever works I guess. But there was not a single smile on the kids' faces, perhaps they were very focused. I am impressed with everything the TA is pitching me. She tells me that if my child stays through the pre-k and kinder program, that he would start first grade multiplying and dividing. I thought that was awesome! But wondered how hard they needed to drill these 4 and 5 year olds to teach them that. Naturally, as a parent, you want your children to excel and be the best, but sometimes you need to slow down and remember that they are just children, and are growing and learning every single day. I liked how nice the place looked- it looks like kindergarten, classrooms are clean, etc. I decide to sign him up and hope for the best. Come Monday, he starts. Of course he cried because he doesn't know anyone. I get a call from the head teacher, Elvia, towards lunch telling me he has stopped crying by the time I reached my car (supposedly). When I pick him up at the end of the day, I ask him how his day was, he responds by telling me "Not good mommy.". This made me sad, but I figured he was just getting used to it. I keep him there for a week, and every time his answer is disheartening. For the entire week, my poor child is having nightmares and not sleeping well. He cried all but one day that i dropped him off (that day it was a late drop for him and he went in distracted to a group activity). 3 out of the 5 days he was there, he came back in different clothes. When I asked why, they told me he wet his pants and in one single day, it was 3 different times. My child is fully potty trained, so I found this VERY bizarre. On Friday, the head teacher speaks with me again and lets me know that they are having problems with my son listening. I understand that it can be hard to adjust, but the school seems like it can be run in a military type fashion when they come to instilling order for the children. I agree to help follow through more at home (which I did the whole week- strict bed time, picking up toys, chores, etc). I pick him up at the end of the day, this time in different clothes. I ask one of the TA' s how his day was and if he had been doing any better. Her response is extremely lack luster and ill informed. She was very sluggish with her response and this frustrated me. I put him in the car and notice his shoes are on backwards. I get it, maybe he put them on wrong... why couldn't anyone have helped? There was snot on his face... not offering tissues either? Geeze. We get home and I start taking off his things to get him in the bath when I notice a bite mark near his elbow, and light bruises on his arms. I ask him what happened and he tells me "I was in time out mommy". AT THIS POINT I AM ENRAGED!!! Why on earth does my child have bruises on his arms? I understand he may try to resist being put in the time out chair, but to tighten your grip in that manner to the point where you can leave a mark is absurd. I quickly call and leave a message on their machine that he will not be returning. On Monday I get a call from the head teacher in which she asks me if her words of him having difficulty overwhelmed me. I told her no, but proceeded to explain my findings and the fact that there was no incident report in his cubby. She says none of the teachrs reported anything that day and that they didn't notice him crying or anything. I told her about the bruises on his arms and him being on time out and she started going on about trying to find out who bit him and whether or not he could provide a name so they could address it with the child. How about addressing the bruises? I fully understand that little boys can be active and playful, but my son is not violent and doesn't hurt other children. If he was having such trouble listening and was resistant to time outs, call me, don't force him in a chair to the point where you hurt him. Enough said.

When we were looking for daycares, we would become sick to our stomachs worrying about who we would…read morebe trusting to watch over our most precious thing; our son Brayden. As soon as we met the director/owner Nicole we immediately knew that Taproot Tots was a safe and caring place. In the 20 months since then, they have taken so much time to work with us and Brayden as he went through stages, illnesses, etc. They have consistently been patient, helpful and kind. Nicole has taught us so much. With the amount of time Brayden spends at Taproot Tots, together with Nicole and the other teachers we are raising Brayden. He comes home each day and amazes us with the amount of information and skills he has learned. Every day we are all writing on the slate of Brayden's development, formulating who he will become. We are so grateful to have Taproot Tots as part of this process and could not have asked for better people to participate in this most crucial of developmental phases. We really couldn't ask for a better daycare!