My daughter, who is almost 4 has been coming to this daycare since she was 7months. Although I was…read moreextremely nervous leaving my daughter's side, this daycare kept me up to date. They post pictures, comments and videos on an app and let me know how my daughter is doing. All the teachers and support staff are amazing and you can tell they care about the kids. Ms. Yo is a baby whisperer and an OG. The director, Ms. Amy is also an OG and my daughter loves her! It's been such a relief find in this facility as my daughter loves going there, they do lots of fun activities (summer parties and Halloween bash). Plus, they are very inclusive and supportive.

I have been sending my children to this daycare for several years now, and overall, I am quite…read morepleased with the experience. My son, who has autism, sometimes requires special attention and adjustments to his needs, and the staff has been generally good at accommodating him. My daughter has been attending for since a toddler and any issues that have arisen have been effectively mediated by the staff. They are very helpful, especially with my daughter's homework, and I believe they have played a big part in how talented she is now. for my this kindercare creates a warm, family-like atmosphere. While they may not be perfect, they do a pretty good job, and I feel confident leaving my children in their care.

My son has been going to the Sat class and enjoyed it so much! He has learned more from Coach…read moreSordello's than from his previous AAU team.

Mike Sordello truly has the heart of a teacher. His camp combines great and on-point teaching of…read morebasketball fundamentals and techniques in a fun-filled environment. My son loves going to his Saturday drop-in camps and has really benefitted from the lessons that he gets in this camp.

We just moved to Sacramento for a year. I was getting back into the work force and needed care for…read moremy two littles. We went to one daycare and it was horrible! I couldn't believe my eyes and ears each time I walked into there. I have an infant so he couldn't speak for himself and that was the hardest part -- leaving him in someone's else's care. I decided to move my kids right away. We went with Genius Kids and I am so glad we did! The workers are so caring. My daughter, who is 4 speaks highly of every single person. She learned so much from being there! Skills in her daily life to her alphabets and public speaking! She has became much more confident! They keep me updated with pictures constantly through the day so it puts my heart at ease while I'm working. Ms Shana is very responsive! We have a family at Genius Kids and I am grateful every single day for them!

We enrolled my daughter when she was 4 months old and I was heading back to work. It's always a…read morenerve wrecking time leaving your baby all day at such a young age. She was Full time in the infants classroom. Genius kids exceeded any expectations I had! I am a mom of 3 and have been through many daycares and preschool facilities and there is no match to the love and kindness ms. Heather and the infant classroom teachers: Ms Lisa, Ms Rikia, Ms, Koko, and Ms Sharifa and every other teacher I encountered there. I didn't cry when I dropped her off but I did on her last day. These teachers took exceptional care and really helped my daughter grow so much in 6 months. The app they use lets you see pics and videos and all feedings/naps and keeps you updated throughout the day which was always nice when my mom guilt kicked in and I'd check and she was having the time of her life with her teachers and friends. The only reason we left was because my mom is no longer working and now able to watch her. We would choose Genius Kids again in a heartbeat. Thank you staff for all your kindness and love you gave to my daughter

We love Merryhill. Our daughter and us never had a bad experience. The staff here are friendly and…read moresupportive. My daughter had Ms. Kat and Ms. Sandy the first year and she loves them both. Currently, she is in Ms. Nimfas and Ms. Kairyns Class and she loves Ms. Nimfa and all of her classmates. The classroom is a positive environment for her to grow and learning is made fun so she likes to go to school. Thank you Merryhill for providing us a safe , and supportive environment to learn.

My daughter has been at Merryhill since she was 2, and we absolutely love it. The teachers and…read moreadministrative team are amazing. She's built special bonds with her teachers, Ms. Sandy, Ms. Kat, and Ms. Debra. The principal, Kathleen, is super welcoming and friendly. They are very involved with the kids, and their academics are outstanding. My daughter has learned so much!

Both my kids go here now. They provide excellent quality service. Teachers are knowledgeable and…read morebest at teaching.

We enrolled our daughter in Huntington because she was a grade level behind in reading, which…read moreimpacted all her subjects. Our daughter completed a competency test so they could see what level she was performing at. From there they reviewed a plan to not only bring her up to her grade level but advance it. It was an 8-month program and after the first month we saw significant improvement. They worked alongside her teachers. They had fun challenges and reward that made her have a love for learning. We did the initial program and stayed for a maintenance program where they included homework help. Highly recommend them. They even offer financing options.

My son has been enrolled here since 6 months old, he's now almost 3. Overall, I've had a good…read moreexperience with this facility. A bit pricey but what daycare isn't. Communication is great and the teachers really care about the kids. Shout out to Miss Sheena who constantly goes above and beyond for her kids. She's so engaging and creative. She makes the children holiday gifts. It's so reassuring to know that my boy is in good hands.

Since Mrs. Robin took over last summer, Merryhill has undergone an incredible transformation. Under…read moreprevious leadership, the school faced numerous violations--so severe that the state took them to court in an effort to revoke their license. It was a deeply concerning time for families, but Mrs. Robin stepped in and turned everything around with remarkable speed and dedication. Her proactive approach, attention to detail, and genuine care for the children, staff, and families have completely reshaped the school into a safe, nurturing, and well-run environment. The difference is undeniable--our most recent inspection under her leadership was completely clean, with zero violations. It's incredible to see how quickly she addressed past concerns and built a community that prioritizes both education and well-being. She is hands-on, communicative, and always looking for ways to improve. Any learning environment she is a part of is truly fortunate to have her, and we cannot recommend her highly enough! A special mention also goes to Mrs. Amy, who stepped in as temporary admin when the transition began--her hard work in getting the school back on track was invaluable. And my daughter absolutely loves spending time in Mrs. Mayra's classroom--she always comes home so happy on the days she's with her!

My son attended Vineyard Montessori from 9/3/2024 to 8/29/2025 between the ages of 2.5-3.5. I've…read moretaken several months to process what our family experienced there, and I'm now ready to share our story. Like many families, we waited months just to tour this school. It came highly recommended within the Sacramento/Elk Grove parent community, and we were initially very impressed. Our son has a slight speech delay, which I disclosed from the beginning. The staff assured us it would not be an issue and that they would nurture and support him. We believed he would thrive here. After a couple of months, the school moved him into the transition classroom where they begin potty training and encourage more independence. My husband and I expressed multiple concerns that he was not ready. He had just gotten comfortable with the toddler classroom routine and was happy there. The staff insisted he had to move because he had "aged out" and was "too big" to stay. (He is in the 99th percentile for height and weight.) They said it was unsafe for him to remain with smaller toddlers--even though there had never been a single incident involving our child. He played well with others and was loved by his teachers. We trusted the school's recommendation and agreed to the move. Looking back, this was our first red flag. From April through August, the transition class attempted to potty train him--unsuccessfully. As we had explained several times, he simply was not developmentally ready. He could not yet communicate when he needed to go, which is one of the most basic signs of readiness. At the end of August, we were called in for a parent-teacher conference. This is where everything changed. We were told that because of his size, he needed to move into the Pre-K classroom. However, they also admitted they did not believe he was ready for that environment because the teacher-to-child ratio is larger and he requires more redirection and attention throughout the day--something that is completely normal for toddlers. When I asked if he could remain in the transition class, even if it meant repeating the year, I was told no. Again, the reason given was that he was "too big" for the classroom. Instead, we were given 30 days to find a new childcare provider because our son did not meet their expectations. Anyone who has searched for childcare knows how unrealistic this is. Most centers have long waitlists just to tour and even longer waitlists to enroll. During the meeting, Ms. Julie casually said it should be easy for us to find another provider because there were "plenty of options." That statement alone showed how disconnected the leadership is from the reality parents face. My child was essentially judged for his size and his speech delay. Ms. Julie and Ms. Jenny made us feel like there was something seriously wrong with our son and even suggested he might need one-on-one care or homeschooling. What made this even more shocking is that none of these behavioral concerns had ever been brought to our attention before this meeting. Suddenly we were told he wasn't listening, was aggressive, and had trouble paying attention. Fast forward to today: our son is thriving at another daycare. Within the first month, he began speaking more words than he did during his entire year at Vineyard Montessori. This experience was incredibly disappointing and emotionally draining for our family. We felt judged, dismissed, and pushed out rather than supported. For a school that markets itself as nurturing and child-centered, our experience told a very different story. After speaking with other families, we learned that this situation is not unique to us. When several families share the same experience, it stops being an isolated incident and starts looking like a pattern. To be fair, I do want to acknowledge that the teachers themselves were kind and caring. Ms. Casey even cried during the meeting because she genuinely cared about my son and was sad to see him leave. I don't blame the teachers--it seemed clear they were simply following the decisions of the directors. I'm sharing our experience so other parents can make an informed decision before enrolling their children here.

My son attended Vineyard Montessori from July 2023 to June 2024, between the ages of 1.5 and 2.5…read moreyears old. I've sat with our experience for more than a year now, unsure if I should speak up. But I believe it's important for other families to hear what we went through. As first-time parents, we were thrilled to enroll our son. The environment appeared nurturing, the routine structured, and after a period of adjustment, he seemed happy. He was excited to go to school each day and formed friendships. We truly believed things were going well. That changed when we were called in for a meeting in April 2024 and told our son was struggling with listening, emotional regulation, and understanding personal space -- concerns that are extremely common at this age. We were advised by his teacher Miss Casey to take him to the pediatrician to be "tested for other things." We followed through, even bringing the teacher's written observation reports. Our pediatrician, who has known our son since birth, reassured us that the behaviors described were developmentally typical for a toddler. He felt the school was being excessive, but recommended an occupational therapy referral just to explore whether some sensory needs might be present. We immediately pursued that referral, even though appointments were months out. Throughout this process, we communicated openly and made it clear we were eager to be strong partners in supporting our son. We worked hard on the skills they identified and saw real improvements. Yet despite our efforts, we increasingly felt that the school saw our son -- and us -- as a problem to be removed rather than a family to support. Their expectations left very little room for normal developmental variance, learning curves, or grace. Ultimately, we were given a one-month deadline to meet their expectations before being told he would not be allowed to transition to the next class and would need to leave the school within the next month. We were devastated. In our final meeting with his teacher, Miss Casey, and the directors, Julie and Jenny, he was described as "aggressive" and "likely not able to function in a regular daycare setting." When we asked for specific examples, those claims were backtracked and they admitted that "aggressive" may not have been the right word, could not provide specifics, which further called into question the accuracy and fairness of their assessments. Fast forward to today: our son is thriving at a different daycare. The staff there is compassionate, communicative, and solution-oriented. They have embraced supporting his sensory needs (he was later diagnosed with proprioceptive dysfunction, which affects how he perceives movement, pressure, and personal space) and they partner with us to help him succeed. He has smoothly transitioned through multiple classrooms as he grows older, participates in group activities and field trips, and is thriving socially and emotionally. That contrast has put everything into perspective. At Vineyard Montessori, it became clear that they only wanted a certain type of child - one who fit into their mold - and they were not equipped or willing to support a child who learns differently or needs a bit more flexibility or support. While I understand that not every program is the right fit for every child, the way Vineyard Montessori handled the situation felt abrupt, clinical, judgmental, and lacking in empathy. We were made to feel that something was wrong with our son, when in reality he simply needed patience, understanding, and support. I hope the school takes this feedback as an opportunity to reflect - on how they support children who don't fit the mold, how they embrace neurodiversity, and how they partner with families.

This location lost my business - I did take my kid to the one in pocket and that one is worth it…read more The employees at this location look like they don't care 1 about the business - I went in there three times. Trying to get it set up. Was told they would email me after I filled in the in store paperwork. Never happened. So I even emailed the location. Zero response. Hope the franchisee see this. Because his employees are costing him business. And they need to clean up their act. Lastly open at 3:30? Why. All the other ones open at noon.

Instructors are great, the woman in charge, Heather, not so much. Very rude and dismissive…read more Business has been closed due to COVID-19 and no services have been provided for the last half of March. Refuses to refund payments. Is putting the responsibility of her payroll and rent expenses on the customer, when she did not budget correctly to run her business. It's one thing to charge someone and give them attitude when they receive the service, but to charge them, give them attitude and not provide the service is beyond frustrating. Not to mention the times when the kid got turned away because there wasn't a space for them even though we had scheduled the appointment online and received confirmations. I would definitely not sign up for this service again.