My husband and I decided that my daughter was not yet ready to attend an all-day Pre-K. She had a…read morespeech delay and had trouble asking for help and letting her needs be known. She was also not yet independently using the restroom among various other concerns. In our search, we visited various schools, some that we were highly impressed with. We were hesitant to use a home-based school, but decided to visit anyway. Upon meeting Mrs. Valerie, we were immediately put at-ease. She listened to our concerns and never made us feel as though our daughter was behind; we could tell right away that she understood kids and that she truly cared and was knowledgeable about their development. She was open and honest in her communication and was just a very warm and welcoming person in general. During her year there, our daughter learned so much! I don't mean an academic focus (which is still there) but in other ways; she's now more social, independent, and her communication skills have improved. In fact, during her IEP with the district, we were told she no longer qualified for services and they asked us what school she had attended. They were surprised with how much progress she had made in one year. I can confidently say that the majority of her progress is due to Mrs. Valerie. We will be forever grateful that we got be a part of Schoolhouse Downey.

My daughter has been attending Schoolhouse Downey for about 5 months now, and it has been such a…read moreblessing to have her learn and grow under Mrs. Valerie's care. Mrs. Valerie has tons of experience with preschool kiddos, they are always doing fun crafts and outdoor/play activities. And on top of that, she has a very organized and impressive curriculum, so this is not "just a daycare". My daughter loves that she gets to dance, do yoga, eat yummy pasta and play with her friends every week! And as a parent, of course the number one concern is safety, and I feel truly blessed that I know she is in good hands and that she is 100% safe with Mrs. Valerie. I am also thankful for Mrs. Valerie's support and special attention as my daughter transitioned out of pull ups and began learning English (we speak a different language at home). We recently went on a two week vacation (that was filled with beach and pool days, everyday!) and she asked several times when she goes back to Mrs. Valerie, so she definitely is doing everything right at Schoolhouse! Mrs. Valerie is a very supportive and caring teacher, and I highly recommend her.

We are so grateful to have found and be a part of the MAOD community!…read more Where to begin with my review- I'll start from the beginning, after touring several pre-schools in the area, my husband and I were convinced MAOD would be the best choice for our daughter. From the very beginning when inquiring about information on enrollment and space we were always greeted courteously and warmly by the school's administrator, Veronica. Setting up our initial tour of the school was easy and we appreciated that we got a tour from one of the teachers who would be working with our 4 year old, so it was nice getting to know her a bit and asking her questions. During the tour, it was great being able to see all aspects of the school not just the areas assigned to their pre-k students but also where the infant area is, the kitchen where lunches/snacks are prepped the restrooms, playground, classrooms- everything! We also had the opportunity to ask questions about the schools teaching methods, curriculum, and experience of the teachers with Montessori so upon all of this, my husband and I made the decision to enroll our little one at MAOD. After 5-6 months of enrollment, we really are very satisfied in having brought our daughter here. It wasn't a smooth transition, there were days/weeks with lots of tears at drop off, but her teachers were patient and flexible with her needs, and I am happy to say she is doing great now. We love that the classes are small and there are two teachers per pre-k class. As parents we get a monthly newsletter with what's to come for the month and I always look forward to seeing her interpretations of different artists for "artist of the month" and hearing from her what she learned in school everyday. Most of the teachers are bilingual so it was a huge plus for us as our daughter is primarily a Spanish speaker which brings me to my next huge plus- in a matter of just a few months her English has improved significantly! We are amazed at how much English she speaks now compared to when she started. One of the other big pluses about MAOD is their incorporation of Montessori principles and we always love seeing when the kids are learning by doing. Her teachers, Ms. Patty and Ms. Sinttia are truly wonderful! They both have their special way of connecting and nurturing each student based on their needs, we truly appreciated how they each adapted to our daughter's needs as she transitioned into school full time. My daughter loves them both and won't stop talking about them at home. The app the school uses to communicate with parents is great too, I love that teachers update with pictures and important announcements consistently. Overall, we would definitely recommend MAOD to anyone looking to enroll their child in a ECE program. So much so that we will definitely be bringing our little one here when they are old enough to enroll in the future. I hope this review will encourage other potential families to check out MAOD, as we believe that it is a truly nurturing and caring environment for little ones as they begin their early childhood education. Thank you, Ms Veronica, Ms. Patty, Ms. Sinttia, and all the teachers and staff who have made this experience wonderful!

Update: My daughter was recently transitioned into the next age-level class with Ms. Ale, Ms. Asil,…read moreand Ms. Jasmine, and I can't express how happy I continue to be with this school and all the teachers we've come across. I was a little nervous about the transition at first, but the teachers are so kind and caring that it quickly put me at ease. My daughter had been struggling with her speech very early on, and since moving into this next age group she has continued to blossom even more. All of the teachers genuinely care, you can truly feel it, and it shows in the kids. Even though she is still new to the school setting, her transition into the new class was very smooth. Ms. Ale also incorporates home projects, which I really appreciate. As busy parents, it's a nice reminder to pause and spend quality one-on-one time with our little ones, nurturing their creativity and helping them grow. We've really enjoyed the first two projects and I'm grateful for the opportunity to slow down and focus on that special time together.

We love love love Rancho Los Amigos KinderCare!…read more Staff here is support friendly. Also very supportive of parents and children! My child loves all the teachers and always looks forward to going! All the kids are very well taken care of. Everything is very sanitary and organized. There is always someone available to answer questions if I ever have them. The staff is the reason why we haven't moved location (They are THAT GREAT that we find the commute here worth it for our child!) The learning aspect is amazing as well! For context my child is in the toddler program and is constantly learning and coming home showing us what she learned today. She is very savvy when it comes to her colors, animals, counting, etc! The best part is that this location is very active on the application! So you can download the app and get updates all day long ! And the staff is very on it. We get updates from activities to food to naps! I always end every day knowing everything she did with photo updates ! Most of all big big BIGGGG shout out to Miss Norma!! For always providing top Tier care of Sophia!

Really wanted to have my daughter enrolled here, but when I called for information I was told that…read morepart time and full time have the same rate of $400 per week. I inquired about subsidiary care and was told they don't accept it even though their website states they do. I was told I could go to the MLK location for that.... Why would I drive further out for daycare? Makes no sense.

We love Downey Methodist! Both my babies went here and had an amazing experience. The teachers are…read morecaring and intentional. Mrs. Cruz is awesome and meets your needs. This place was recommended to me by one of the godparents as I was searching everywhere for a great preschool to send my babies in. It's also affordable/cheaper than other places around and they offer longer hours now which is great! It's a great community and my littles loved coming to school here everyday! Highly recommend!

I have two boys, my oldest went from 3 years old to 5 and my youngest from 2 to 4. They have had…read morethe opportunity to be with every teacher and every classroom. I can say with certainty that the school director and the teachers all care deeply for every single student. When my older son went to kindergarten, I cried because I knew he would miss the school. It is not a daycare. They teach and the kids are each in their own classrooms that are developmentally appropriate. I would recommend this school to anyone and I have!

I really enjoyed bringing my son to this daycare/pre-kindergarten/kindergarten program. The staff…read morehave been so kind and welcoming since the very first day we joined. My son has learned so much during his time here, made new friends, and become much more social and confident. I also really appreciate the app they use, which makes it easy to communicate with the staff, especially in case of an emergency or if we have any questions. We are so grateful for the care, support, and learning opportunities they provide. Truly one of the best programs ever! Highly recommended!

We absolutely love Kidtown USA! My son has been attending since he was about 1.5 years old, and now…read moreat 3 years old, I can truly say this daycare has played such a positive role in his growth and development. The teachers are incredible--patient, caring, and genuinely invested in each child. They've helped my son learn so much, from social skills to early learning basics, and I always feel confident knowing he's in a safe and nurturing environment. It's clear they really take the time to know each child individually, which means so much to us as parents. Another huge plus is how convenient and well-organized everything is. They provide meals and nap time for the kids, which takes so much stress off busy parents. All we need to send are extra clothes (just in case of accidents), a bed sheet and blanket for nap time, and a water bottle. Overall, Kidtown USA feels like a second home for my son. Seeing him happy, comfortable, and excited to go each day says everything. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a caring, supportive, and structured environment for their little ones!

I loved this preschool! My daughter is the only child and was glued to my hip but after she…read moreattended Creative Beginnings she improved SO MUCH! Her speech got better and she was able to communicate more. She had a better pallet and loved eating more fruits and veggies. Her nap time was a breeze when she was home. It was just the cutest thing picking her up and her being so excited to show me that her teacher did her hair. I work hectic hours and sometimes my daughter's hair didn't get the attention it needed. I'd pick her up to see my daughter in the cutest hairstyles and it just showed how much these teachers and staff cared about the kids. I just absolutely adored this place and am quite sad she won't be attending anymore. Off to Kindergarten she goes but I can also say how easy the transition was because of Creative Beginnings. She was so excited for Kindergarten and it's been such an easy drop off. I love how much more independent she's been. Liane the director was just so sweet and I know my little girl is going to miss them all.

I highly recommend Creative Beginnings. My oldest son started attending the infant/daycare center…read moresince he was 18 months. He's now 3.5 years old and in the preschool program. The preschool program is very engaging for kids - they do fun crafts, worksheets and have play time/games every day. Our preschooler loves his teachers and classmates and is very happy about his experience there. He temporarily went to another preschool for a month while CBS was closed and it was NOT a good experience at all (way too many kids to one teacher; no structure or planned activities for the kids). Even though CBS doesn't offer live cameras or dailly photos of your kids, I trust my preschooler in the care of the staff. They are courteous and truly care about the children and their well being. I also appreciate that the school follows COVID protocols and is a nut free facility as my preschooler has a peanut allergy. Our youngest son is 19 months and we will be sending him to the infant/daycare center next month in October.

I highly recommend Kids First Learning Center- Downey! My twins boys have attended this school for…read moreabout 1.5 years and we've had the opportunity to work with the wonderful teachers and staff. The curriculum is engaging and hands-on. The school does a great job at incorporating fun activities and monthly family events. All of the teachers have been amazing, Ms. Angelica, Ms. Samantha, Ms, Carmen, Ms. Mari, and Ms. Jasmine. Each teacher has their own teaching style and personality, but one thing they all have in common is creating a fun learning environment for the kids. The office staff, Ms. Liz and Ms Abby truly create a welcoming environment and are there to assist whenever needed. School uses an App and communicates with the parents frequently. They will send reminders, photos, monthly calendars, so you always know what is happening. If you are looking for a preschool in Downey, Kids First Learning Center is one of the best!

I'm glad I brought my son here. Everyone is so great and they really care about the children and…read moretheir safety. My son has learned so much academically. He has learned how to socialize with other kids and I feel that he is ready to go to TK and Kindergarten. I would highly recommend this establishment to any parent.

Traumatic school experience but I had the time of my life with my friends. Most are still my…read morefriends. Educationally speaking I got nothing that prepared me for the real world. zero. Unless you go to a private Christian college or Bible college you are completely in the dark when you reach colIege. I also grew thank the lord and had to unbrainwash myself from some of the false hateful and damaging things that were taught to us. Many of us have stories of trauma and surviving that place. Many people are too scared to say what really happened at that school but I will say it was diabolical. That is just the truth.

We love CCCS, our son attended for preschool and now elementary. We are hoping to keep…read moreHim here till 12th grade but if needed we will join the homeschooling program they offer. Staff is amazing and my son loves school. They do offer discounts and some scholarships.

Where To Start ... Took Me A While To Write A Review Just Cause I Wanted To See If It Was My…read moreChildren Or Was It Just The School. We Turns Out To Be It Is The School. This School Has No Patience No Structure Whatsoever! Getting Text From The Teacher Every Other Day Due To My Children Behavior? What Do You Expect At The Time They Were 3 and 4 And HIGH Expectations I Mean It Your JOB To Guide Them And Teach Them I Know My Children Very Well And They Aren't The Type To Give A Hard Time And I Get It Kids Have Their Days I Was With My Children Everyday Before Putting Them In This Preschool And They Are Really Good Kids . Well On January 27th 2025 I Had Dropped My Kids Off For Approximately An Hour An A Half I Went To A Doctors Appointment But Mind You I Was Already Having A Iffy Feeling From These Constant Messages Through Out The Week About My Children So I Decided Once I Finished My Appointment Ill Pick Them Up Early So I Went Ahead Got To The Preschool And Went To There Class I See All These Toddlers Running Around Some With Scissors In There Hand Running Around And I Didnt See My Kids There and I Asked The Teacher (ms. Suzette) "Where Are My Kids ! " And She Had A Face Of Shocked And Told Esteban Aka Her Son To Take Me Where My Kids Are At And He Lead Me To Their Office And Both Of My Kids Are There Facing The Wall My Daughter With Her Eyes Swollen From Crying And My Son Looking Confused On What He Did And ALL THEY HAD TO SAY WAS " they dont know how ti behave " ARE YOU KIDDING ME !!!!! I TOOK THEM OUT THE PRESCHOOL THAT SAME DAY !! And I Put Them In A Preschool Around The Corner And Haven't Heard Anything Bad About My Kids And Thats How I Know My Kids Were NOT The Problem They Are ! I BEG You Not To Enroll Your Children Here They Are HORRIBLE!! I WOULD GIVE THIS PRESCHOOL RATING A NEGATIVE!!!

I would NOT recommend Around the World Daycare based on my child's experience…read more My child no longer attends this daycare. To this day, whenever we pass by there, my child consistently expresses that they felt unhappy while attending during their time there, dislikes it, and does not miss going there and never wants to return. My child has shared that they felt treated unkindly by the Director, Ms. Yvette, particularly in connection with issues involving the other parent. No child should feel uncomfortable, mistreated, or negatively impacted due to circumstances beyond their control--especially in situations involving custody arrangements where a court order is in place awarded primary physical custody. Unfortunately, I was not informed or notified by the Director when incidents occurred involving the other parent and their partner, who created repeated disruptions and chaos at the daycare during the other parents custodial time. Instead, we were advised that our child could be asked to leave if those disruptions continued, despite the fact that neither my child nor I had any control over their behavior. This lack of communication and handling of the situation was both concerning and unfair. No child should bear or suffer the consequences of adult conflict. Although a meeting was eventually held to address these concerns, during which the Director, Ms. Yvette, indicated to both parents that the matter involving specifically the other parent and partner would be reported to the Department of Children and Family Services, I later became aware that no confirmation of such a report or the names of the two individuals was ever provided. To my knowledge, the matter was not addressed or reported as indicated by Ms. Yvette to DCFS which is very concerning. In situations involving potential disruptions and affecting a child's safety and well-being should be addressed promptly and handled with transparency to ensure safety concerns for the child. Additionally, I observed and witness the Director's conduct to be unprofessional at times, bias, and including making unfounded personal assumptions. My child consistently reported feeling treated unfairly, which is deeply troubling. I also had concerns regarding services that is expected as part of tuition, including the consistency of meal provision that were paid for, such as meals, were not provided as expected especially in comparison to other daycares. Since transitioning to a public elementary school, my child is now in a structured, supportive, and positive environment. My child feels safe, happy, and respected--everything a child deserves in an educational setting both academically and emotionally. I am sharing this feedback as a parent advocating for my child's well-being. Childcare providers play a critical role in ensuring a safe, consistent, and supportive environment, and it is important that concerns impacting children are addressed with appropriate care and professionalism-- something no parent should have to endure or experience!

I'm a parent whom my 4 year old son attends Kirkwood, while picking up my son at school, I…read morewitnessed something deeply upsetting. A teacher named Manuel grabbed a little girl by the arm, yelled at her, and snatched something from her hand, then threw it across the floor. All the children nearby looked scared and shaken. This behavior is completely unacceptable, especially from someone entrusted with the care of young children. No child should ever be treated like that in a school environment. I am sharing this because I believe in protecting all children and ensuring schools are a safe and nurturing place to learn. I hope the administration takes this seriously and investigates. Parents: Please pay attention. Teachers should be role models, not bullies.

Update: Ms Rosie reached out to me to let me know that they had a meeting with the teacher and that…read morehe was obligated to take down photos of the children from his social media but that he would def still be around. The teachers daughter actually reached out to me through a yelp private message saying I had potentially ruined his image by posting this review and that the reason why he was there was because her kids were current students and he wanted to help her get a discount and that her father has provided meals for the children when the school couldn't. I stand by my review because I was truly concerned about the way he yelled and grabbed that child along with my other findings.