We would give Happy Hall 10 stars if possible! From Shelley the director to the front desk, to each…read moreone of the teachers that we had the pleasure to interact, everyone was welcoming, knowledgeable, suuuper loving and supportive! We sent our younger one to Happy Hall back in August, and he had a very smooth transition from a pandemic sheltered baby to a preschooler. The teachers are all very communicative and we had lots of informative feedbacks at the end of the days. Every day when we pick him up he is beaming with smiles. There was even a time when he fell asleep in one of the teacher's arms, and the teacher just snuggled him the whole time :) ​​ ​​Other than the amazing teachers and the loving environment, we highly appreciate the following as well: ​​Lots of age appropriate hands-on arts and crafts projects ​​Yummy and nutritious food - our little one has put on some nice weight in the past three months ​​Outdoor space - you should check out their playgrounds and the village, it's every kid's dream come true :) ​​Social events - well planned events like the Park Day and the Halloween celebrations. It is clear to us how much effort and time they spent to make sure everyone had a blast. ​​ ​​Looking back, I regret not sending our older one here. She has a lot of amazing things to say about her little brother's school, and she gets very excited whenever she visits Happy Hall (still raving about the HH Halloween parade)! ​​ ​​Thank you from the bottom of our hearts - Ms. Shelley, Ms. Monica, Ms. Michelle, Ms. Jocelyn, Ms. Jacky, Ms. Kenya and many more!

Since pulling my son from Happy Halls, he shortly thereafter attended Stratford in San Bruno. This…read morewas THE best decision for him, as well as our family. My youngest son now is extremely happy to attend school, he has learned so much while there, the teachers are extremely genuine and caring, and I receive lots of updates (Happy Halls couldn't do). I today continue to receive lots of pictures (compared to the 3 that I received in 5 weeks at Happy Halls). I simply trust the school he attends now. My experience at Stratford is so different. At Happy Halls, leadership (Rachel) managed to proceed to tell me we simply will not provide more updates / pics of your son. Back then, he wasn't even 3 years old. How unsettling can this be for a parent! Comparing now to back then (over 2 year ago now), I'm so happy we switched out. Based on my experience with the teachers and the leadership team, I CANNOT recommend Happy Halls to any family. Please do your research before sending your child here.

We are now in our second school year at Stratford with our son in the bilingual preschool program…read more The transition from early preschool to preschool program was seamless despite some bumpiness with potty training, however Mr. Jeff and Ms. Stefany have been endlessly supportive with making sure that our son has minimal accidents throughout the day. Our son loves going to school and is always happy to see his classmates and teachers. I really love seeing all of the activities and photos that we are sent on their Procare app daily, and appreciate the effort that Mr. Jeff and Ms. Stefany, as well as all of the other staff, put into caring for the kids everyday. Our son comes home singing new nursery rhymes every other day, and has also picked up new Chinese vocabulary from school, which is exactly what we had hoped for.

Love Love Love Stratford- San Bruno El Camino!! This was my kids 3rd school (4 year old) and this…read moreone fit just right! First school was too lax, no direction, kid did workpapers all day, but couldn't count to 10, so why is he coloring #17?!! Second school was a complete waste of time, teacher didn't have a handle of the class, loud classroom with just too many kids.. just chaos! Third school (Stratford San Bruno) was perfect! Teachers were so nice and patient, gave my kid great direction and he flourished. My kid will come home to tell us all the things he learned about, Planets, Sharks, he's really excited for school. This place is a well oiled machine, for only being open for a few years. I think the principle is a big reason why, she gets involved in every classroom/kids development. Highly recommend! I even got my neighbor to go there... REFERRAL BONUS!! Con: Parking lot is a little tight

St. Andrews Preschool in San Bruno has become more than just a school for our family; it's become a…read moreplace where I actually feel good about drop-off, knowing my son is safe and genuinely cared for. This isn't a casual endorsement. St. Andrews has been part of our family's story for years now. My nephews, nieces, and daughter went here, sang at the same Christmas shows, and now my son is doing the same. What gets me is how the school hasn't just stayed consistent, it's actually gotten better, more thoughtful, more dialed in. Since the new school director came on board, Ms. Marisol, I've watched this already-wonderful school transform into something even more amazing. The curriculum has depth and purpose, my son will be so ready for Kinder when the time comes! The care is personal and real. Everything runs smoothly without feeling cookie-cutter. These improvements are the kind that happen when someone genuinely cares about getting it right. And then there's Ms. Mary Jo! Every single one of our kids' favorite teacher. She's genuinely kind and invested in helping each kid feel confident and loved. When we ask questions about our son's growth and development, she's very very thoughtful about her insights and recommendations. The whole staff has that same energy, honestly. I also love the updates with photos and video clips from his day through their app!! I'm grateful my son is is part of this community where he can be himself, grow, and explore. I recommend St. Andrews to my closest friends. As a super protective mom, this school has given me something invaluable: actual peace of mind and the chance to watch my kid thrive. If you're looking for a preschool in San Bruno, St. Andrews is it. Our family keeps coming back for a reason. :)

My son loves St. Andrew's Preschool. He started at 2.5 years and we thought it would be a tough…read moretransition going from nanny share to school, but he did so well and that was in large part to the wonderful team of teachers. We appreciate their approach to learning and play at this age and the patience and warmth they show all of the kids. It means so much to be able to drop our son off and not worry about him. The school hours cover such a large span and we appreciated their flexible schedules. Can't say enough good things about St. Andrews!

I highly recommend Ms Lucille and Crestmoor Montessori Care. We feel so fortunate to have had the…read moreopportunity to send both our kids to this school. Ms Lucille does an extraordinary job and is well known for her high standard of teaching. Assistant teachers are excellent, provide a professional, safe environment and loving care to the students. Their training is top notch and another important thing is you feel comfortable leaving your kids here. Thank you so much and more power to Crestmoor Montessori Care!

If you're looking for a great Montessori program around the San Bruno Area I would highly recommend…read moreCMC. The teachers truly care for the students and it shows in their dedication across the board. Ms. Lucille, founder and owner of the school, provides a nurturing, safe learning environment focused on academics, creativity and fun. Our son attended Crestmoor Montessori Care from 1.5 to 4 years of age. During this time, we have seen our son grow to be a very curious, sweet boy who loves learning, is extremely social and loves music and we have Mc. Lucille and his teachers at CMC to thank for this. In addition, we have seen students from all backgrounds in short periods of time learn how to read and write and do basic math. CMC provides its students with the building blocks to pass academic assessments tests at great private kindergarten and elementary programs around the bay area and thrive academically and socially. Thank you to Ms. Lucille, Mr. Luigi and Ms. Tess!

Both of my kids attended Parkside Day School, one being there for 1 year and the other being there…read morefor 2.5 years. We recently decided to make a switch in schools as this place was no longer the right fit for our needs, but overall, had a generally positive experience with the school during our tenure here. Positives: * Ms. Tina from the toddler class is amazing. There is no better Head Teacher to work with kids that are entering preschool for the first time, dealing with separation anxiety and lots of big emotions, and also having to learn how to potty train at the same time. Both of my kids loved her and you can tell that she genuinely cares about the children. * The classrooms here are big and well maintained. * The playground is big with lots of equipment for the kids to interact with. * There are plenty of organized parent volunteer events or offsite field trips. * All meals/snacks are included as part of tuition. * You get tons of pictures throughout the day of your little ones. Cons: * The teachers speak little to no English. If you don't speak Mandarin or Cantonese, you have to rely solely on the Assistant Director to translate for you. And things get lost in translation when you are not communicating directly with the teachers that are the ones watching your kids ever day. * As the staff are all Chinese, the cultural philosophies of how kids are cared for lean very much toward an Eastern approach. Many of the kids that attend the school are also from a Chinese background so in general, this can be a good match, but if you identify more with a Western philosophy, as we do, then the values and philosophies don't always align. * There were many teacher changes during our time there, especially in the Rainbow Class, with new teachers and new faces showing up with no communication from the school in who these people were. * Price - you are paying an arm and a leg to send your kid(s) here, especially when you consider the amount of holidays/school closure days there are and having to drop off later than 8:30 and pick up before 4 (unless you pay extra for extended care hours). * Class size - they advertise the class ratios as 1:8, which is reasonable and normal. However, there are actually 4 teachers assigned to each class, meaning you can have up to 32 kids in a class. Having 32 3-5 year olds together at once can be very overwhelming. The reason we pulled our kids out is a mixture of the cons above, but primarily, there was a severe drop in the ball from the staff in communicating some important information about our son to us in a timely manner. This was already unacceptable on its own, but in addition, by the time we were notified of what had been going on, changes in our son's school plan were already being actioned without our input or consent. This led to us losing faith that this school was the best fit for our child's needs. While this was our unfortunate experience, others may very well have a positive experience here, so take my review with a grain of salt. But I do think that the ability to speak the language and/or have an alignment with the Eastern philosophy of how to raise kids will be a major determining factor in the type of experience you have here. We were fortunate to find another academic institution that is much better aligned with our values and philosophies and have a more nurturing environment that meets both of our kids' needs. Our kids are currently thriving in their new school and while I wish our experience at Parkside could have ended differently, I'm grateful for the time that we spent there and for the good times that we did have.

My daughter Nora attended the toddler class here in 2025, and it has been a truly wonderful…read moreexperience. She absolutely loved her classmates and teachers -- especially Miss Tina, who is incredibly thoughtful and treats every child with so much care and love. The teacher-to-student ratio is excellent, which gave us great peace of mind. We received tons of photos showing the kids enjoying circle time, making crafts, and learning letters. They host fun events like pajama night, and the facilities are among the best we've seen in South San Francisco. The classrooms are bright, spacious, and even larger than some entire daycares we toured -- both Chinese immersion and English-speaking ones. As we say goodbye, I just want to share our experience and give this school the review it deserves.

i came with some friends to play baseball on the field, and for a saturday, the day was chill and…read moreclear for a nice sports day

Our family's experience at Glen Oaks Preschool has been nothing short of wonderful. Our daughter…read morestarted at just two years and eight months old and recently graduated to begin kindergarten. When we were choosing a preschool, we had the unique advantage of living very close to the campus, which gave us a clear view of the daily activities at Glen Oaks, Nature and Nurture, and Millbrae Montessori. While all three are decent schools, Glen Oaks stood out immediately. As new parents, it gave us the greatest sense of assurance and comfort. From the very first day, we knew we had made the right choice. The teachers never talked down to the children, and we were touched to see how the older students naturally looked after our daughter. We learned this is a core part of the school's culture, and we often heard similar feedback from other parents about this nurturing environment. This experience was especially healing for me. I attended a boarding preschool in China as a child and still have nightmares about crying myself to death every week when my mother dropped me off. Seeing my daughter so well-cared for and respected by the teachers at Glen Oaks helped cure those old wounds. Our daughter loved every day there. She was always excited to go in the morning and often didn't want to leave at pickup time, frequently staying to play with her friends on the playground for an extra hour until we had to rush her home at dusk. Most importantly, Glen Oaks prepared her perfectly for kindergarten. She transitioned smoothly and confidently, even though she is the youngest in her class. She was emotionally stable and socially responsible, thanks to her foundation at preschool. We recently attended a birthday party with all her Glen Oaks friends, and it was clear every child is thriving. We cannot recommend Glen Oaks Montesorri highly enough.

Wonderful school. Super loving involved teachers. But it is a long wait list to get in. (It's so…read moreworth it.)

Great preschool with a great staff. Super value for your money. There is a waiting list so, if…read moreyou're interested place your child on the list early (when you have a birth date). The only thing that would make it better for me is if it opened at 7AM. Current hours are 7:30AM - 6:00PM.

Our son went to CMS from 3-4.5 years of age. We were impressed from the beginning, even when we…read moretoured the school. The teachers are so caring and compassionate. They really take the time to know the individual child. Our son learned so much while there. He knows how to write the alphabet, spell & read a few simple words. He learned some Spanish & Tagalog too. He also made some great friendships along the way! Communication was always great, from emails, the ClassDojo app & at drop -off/pick-up time. We will miss CMS but plan on sending our younger child there when it's time.

To start with a story: At dinner, our one y.o. dropped a cube of avocado, on which my wife…read moreinadvertently stepped. While my wife and I were freaking out to cleanup, our three y.o. gleefully shouted: "you made guacamole!" This is one of many instances when we know our daughter must have picked up from school a new word, logic, and/or a proud sense of optimism that we grown-ups have taken for granted. And also perhaps because they just made guacamole in class a few weeks ago. Right from the start, CMS challenged our notion of needing to choose : between academics and play; between a family setting or classroom-like environment; between one-on-one attention and structured curriculum. CMS offers the best of all worlds! Our daughter joined CMS when she turned two. We will never forget the first day when two older classmates welcomed and comforted our daughter -- shy and trepid about the new environment into which she was about to venture. The teachers are kind, patient, and demonstrate extensive experience working with youngsters. When we were potty-training our child, we appreciated the school complementing our efforts. We enjoy the opportunity to chat with the teachers about our child's progress when we drop off and pickup everyday. Whenever there is an incident at school -- big or small -- the teacher or director will notify us right away via SMS. Since going to CMS, our daughter has brought home words, phrases or ideas which we, as immigrants, would not have thought of teaching her at home (or even knew ourselves). As much as we are glad that she now has a good command of language, we are even more appreciative of her enthusiasm to learn and ask questions. She has been more expressive -- well, generally -- but more importantly, about her feelings and emotions. I can see that the CMS encourages kids to solve problems and resolve conflicts with civility. What our daughter loves: 1. her friends at school 2. her teachers 3. birthday parties 4. singing and dancing 5. learning Spanish 6. running into friends at nearby playgrounds 7. art! What we love: 1. the weekly, hand written schedule that tells us the curriculum and what to prepare for the week. 2. a diverse class 3. a portfolio of school work that progressively challenges her writing and math skills 4. our kid exposed to language and culture markedly different than that with which she is familiar at home. 5. our three y.o. correcting our English pronunciations 6. chatting with parents at nearby playgrounds -- and getting the sense that they feel similarly about the CMS. 7. the artwork our child brings home! The best endorsement we can give is to send another child to the same school. And we are planning to do just that when our baby turns two next year. Who knows? We might even start making guacamole together at home.