Best preschool! Kind and caring staff. You find a community here no matter how long or short your…read moretime is with the school.

We love Growing Garden! My daughter is in her second year in the school and she looks forward to it…read moreeach day. The teachers are all amazing, ensuring each child gets 1:1 attention while ensuring they are creating community. And the teachers push my daughter in the best way. At 3 1/2, she's writing her name, knows all her letters and counts to 40! As a Jewish family, we love that she is learning about holidays, traditions and values. But there are many non-Jewish kids as well, so everyone can feel comfortable. Sara Mintz, the school's Director, is involved, present and just a great woman. Her kids are in the school so it's especially personal to her and we love that. She looks at these kids like they are her own and that's obvious. We feel lucky to have found this school.

I send my 2 and 3 year old here. I can't say enough good things about this school. While my husband…read moreand I toured all the fancy South Bay preschools in the area- we had never heard of Seaside. Luckily- they popped up on yelp. And we couldn't be happier. -The teachers are SO caring. My older son likely struggles with ADHD, and they are so patient and loving. They always cuddle him if he's overwhelmed and they're like extended family. -The class sizes are small. The kids get so much attention. -there's an on-sight chef that makes all of their homemade meals and snacks (included with tuition) - the hours are 7-6pm, amazing for working parents - one teacher moves up with the class so the child has a familiar person with them during their 3 years. -it's play based, and the kids can choose their activity. -they are outside 80% of the time, which is amazing. Not just for recess. -the facilities are clean and nice, a bit of a Montessori feel but also it's very homey. - they offer after-school sportsball on Wednesdays, which my kids love. -they accept starting at 2 years old and you don't have to wait until August after their second birthday.

We've had such a wonderful experience at this daycare! The teachers and staff are incredibly…read morefriendly, kind, and truly love the children--you can feel it in the way they interact with every kid who walks through the door. They create a warm, safe, and happy environment that gives me complete peace of mind. I also appreciate that they provide snacks and lunch, which makes our busy mornings so much easier. Overall, an amazing place with people who genuinely care. Highly recommend!

I have 2 kids that have attended Children's Journey from newborn to TK. My youngest will be going…read moreto TK this Fall and we'll all miss seeing the teachers every day. The staff is incredible and so caring. Staff turnover is very low and a vast majority of the teachers have been consistent in the 6.5 years we've gone there. Both of my kids were absolutely ready for TK graduating from Children's Journey.

Both of my kids have attended Children's Journey from the infant room to TK, and we couldn't be…read morehappier. The teachers are so loving and caring, and my kids have learned so much while feeling completely safe and supported. I especially appreciate how much time they get to play outside and just be kids. The teachers join in and make it so much fun. The staff truly make this place incredible. It's so important to have trusting relationships with the people caring for your children, and everyone here has been warm and welcoming. I highly recommend CJs to any family looking for a wonderful place for their children to grow.

This school is a special place. We dropped off our first baby when he was six months old and, as…read moreany parent knows, that experience is so scary, stressful, and emotional. You are entrusting strangers with this tiny, precious human that's quite literally your heart walking (or crawling) out in the world. From day one, these teachers have slowly and delicately transformed from strangers to friends. It's been so clear and obvious how much these women love and adore our children. They care about their well-being and their overall development! There are lesson plans, extracurricular activities, classroom parties, so many fun events for both students and parents to participate in and enjoy. We just had our second child a few months ago and have so much peace of mind knowing that she will be in great hands when a spot opens up for her. Thank you JoF School! We are so grateful for you all.

We started sending our two boys to JoF when they were 2 and 4 yo. We were looking for a different…read moreChristian preschool from the one we were attending that provided more individualized attention, structured programming, and better teacher retention. But most importantly, we wanted a school that immersed our children in the grace and love of Jesus. Journey of Faith is a wonderful preschool with teachers and staff that truly love and know your children. My two kids are on the quieter side, but JoF has been an encouraging and safe environment to grow their confidence. In terms of academics, my older son just finished kindergarten at his local elementary school this past year and he was well prepared by JoF's rigorous, yet engaging curriculum. Tip: Waitlist can seem intimidating, but it's mostly a challenge if you have an infant without a JoF sibling. With public TK expanding this past year, I think space is more readily available at Journey. We chose to keep our older son at JoF for TK even when we could've gone to his local public school because every extra year at JoF is so valuable.

Our daughter started here when she was two and a half years old. And we are very fortunate to have…read moreher attend Michelle's Backyard! She loves all the activities (bouncy houses, reptile day, all the crafts during major holidays) and field trips to different locations around south bay and Los Angeles area. But most of all, she loves the teacher/caretaker and the group of friends that she interacts with daily. It is truly a family atmosphere. I would advice if you're interested, to email or inquire about open position asap. (We contacted Michelle before our daughter was born)

For me, Michelle's Backyard was the closest thing to having family look after our son that I could…read moreimagine, and we always felt completely safe and comfortable knowing he was with Michelle. Michelle cares very genuinely for the children and families, and always showed so much love and care for all of us - It was always clear that Michelle's Backyard is so much more than a business for her! It's a genuine passion, and she really is incredible at taking care of, nurturing and teaching children. The group is big enough that your child can learn to socialize and play with a variety of other children well, but small enough that they all build strong bonds and connections together as a group. Our son loved his time there, and always seemed to feel just at home at Michelle's as he did at our own home (which is the highest praise I can give!). Michelle also creates a true family environment among the children and community with the parents by organizing field trips, picnics, camping etc. throughout the year, which we loved being a part of, and goes way beyond any other daycare curriculum I've known.

This school is incredible and one of a kind! My son absolutely loves it here. It took us a while to…read morefigure out as a family what would be the best choice for us and we are so glad we looked around the South Bay and we are so glad we found MBNS. There is such a wonderful sense of community with the families and staff here. Families from the area and greater Los Angeles come together at this magical place. At MBNS children are really free to lead their own play and their feelings and ideas are respected. It's so wonderful to see how the mixed age groups play together. MBNS campus is so beautiful and lush! Lots of plants and trees to offer shade. My son loves to play with dirt and water, which can be found anytime you need it here. There are also lots of fun toys, tricycles, homemade play dough, books to be read, and more. As a an educator myself, I feel qualified to say this is a paradise for kids and a wonderful place to learn!

An absolutely fantastic place for you kids to blossom and explore. The staff is friendly and the…read morecommunity is engaging. All are made to feel welcome and heard!

Sand Tots has been such a wonderful place for our two boys. We started mid-year in the 3/4s with…read moreour oldest after a really tumultuous situation at a previous co-op. We were admittedly nervous to go to a different co-op, thinking they'd be similar in operations. But they couldn't be more different and couldn't be more pleasantly surprised by the organization and kindness of the staff at Sand Tots. They are prepared, thoughtful, and generous in how they treat the kids, how they consider playfulness and activities for the children and how they engage the parents. We love how play-based Sand Tots is, their emphasis on social-emotional development and how they artfully navigated preparing our oldest for Kindergarten but in a fun and still playful way. We are just so grateful to have found our preschool home for our youngest. Co-ops are inherently more "work" than a traditional preschool or daycare experience for parents. It's not for everyone, and yet, if you're willing (and able!) to participate, it fosters a sincerely wonderful community amongst like-minded parents. Our oldest graduated from Sand Tots, but the families that we were in class with are people we still see weekly and who have become dear friends, not only to our son but to us as parents as well. They have become some of our dearest friends, spending time together with and without our kiddos. I trust them with loving and caring for my kids as I would. Genuine parent community is hard to come by, but to discover it here has been one of the best gifts. We love Sand Tots so much!

This school is so magical. We could not be more grateful to have found it. Sand Tots is a…read moreplay-based preschool where kids learn through simply playing, but become very ready for kindergarten academically and social-emotionally. The teachers are loving, knowledgeable, creative! They truly get to know the students and develop meaningful activities that are full of intention. The parent-participation aspect keeps ratios low, which allows for more supervision, leaving little space for negativity. It is very peaceful and everyone is so kind to each other. The parent-participation piece also creates a beautiful little community that supports their families! I highly recommend for anyone looking!

My daughter attended Village Park for three years, and I'm so grateful we found this school. From…read morethe very first tour, we were impressed by how diverse the student community was and how genuinely happy the children seemed. That diversity was very important to us, and I truly believe it has helped shape my daughter into the open-minded girl she is today. Another big factor for us was tuition. Compared to schools in Redondo Beach or Manhattan Beach, Village Park offered a much more reasonable cost (sometimes nearly half the price). The director, Ms. Yeshenia, was always responsive and easy to reach, which made communication simple and reassuring. Most importantly, my daughter loved going to school every day. She loved all her teachers and friends. Thank you for making my daughter's first three years of school such a wonderful and memorable experience.

My daughter was at Village Park for almost three years, starting as an infant and continued through…read morepreschool class. Every member of staff is so kind, caring and patient, they truly take care of the kids as if they were their own. Our daughter thrived here - both developmentally and socially. She learned so much, but most of all had fun in a loving and safe environment. Shout out to everyone at Village Park - they work so hard day in and day out, and go above and beyond to make it a special place for the kiddos. They celebrate birthdays, holidays and do fun stuff for every season to keep the kids engaged. It truly is a wonderful place! We moved to a new city so sadly are no longer there, but will be forever grateful for everything they did to care for our daughter!

Best daycare ever. All 3 of my children went there from infancy to TK. I trust them completely…read more They have the nicest teachers and are uttermost professional. The tuition is very reasonable considering that they provide all the food, diapers, wipes, sunscreen, etc. I made long lasting friends with the parents of my kids' classmates. Recommend 100%.

Great place! Incredible staff. My daughter loves the staff. Amazing development programs for the…read morechildren.

We love this school! Words truly cannot express how much South Bay Montessori has meant to our…read morefamily. Our daughter attended from age 2 to 5, and the time passed far too quickly!! Choosing South Bay Montessori was one of the best decisions we made as parents, and we feel incredibly grateful for the loving, clean and nurturing environment created by the teachers, staff, and director ( Ms. Evien ). From day one, we knew she was in exceptional hands. All the teachers ( special thanks to Ms. Luna, Ms. Heidy, and Ms. Angie ) at South Bay Montessori are truly priceless. Their love, dedication, and individualized attention helped our daughter grow not only academically but also emotionally. She gained knowledge, confidence, and independence while being surrounded by warmth and genuine care every day. As working parents, there was nothing more reassuring than knowing she was safe, happy, and well cared for every day. That peace of mind meant the world to us. The school is wonderfully organized and guided by a thoughtful educational approach that balances strong academics with kindness and support. The teachers, staff, and director go above and beyond to create a community that truly feels like an extension of family. South Bay Montessori is more than just a school -- it is a place where I see that all children are loved, respected, and encouraged to become their best selves. As our daughter graduated in 2025, saying goodbye was truly bittersweet. South Bay Montessori has played such an important role in our daughter's early years and has left a lasting impact on our family. We will always be deeply thankful for the love, guidance, and education she received at SB Montessori. South Bay Montessori will always hold a very special place in our hearts, and we wholeheartedly recommend it to any family looking for a truly exceptional Montessori experience.

We have had an incredible experience at Southbay Montessori over the last three years. The teachers…read moretruly care about their students' success and took the time to help my child improve in all areas of the classroom. We deeply appreciate how much my child was loved and cared for during our time here. The school has always been incredibly clean, and the administration and director are wonderful to work with. Our time at the school is coming to an end next month as my child moves on to first grade. We will miss this community and will highly recommend Southbay Montessori to others.