Our son joined Tulip as a shy little toddler, not even two years old yet, and honestly, looking…read moreback now, it is hard to believe how far he has come. The transformation we have seen in him over these two years has just been remarkable. It all started in the junior preschool class. Ms. Martha, Ms. Gabby, and Ms. Shilpa really worked with him there, helping build his confidence, working on his social skills, getting him comfortable with arts and crafts. And you could tell, he genuinely loved being in that classroom with his teachers. Then there was Ms. Yesi and Ms. Selina, who just gave him this incredible personal attention. Something as small as greeting him at the door every morning, or giving him a little sticker, or Ms. Yesi just noticing the tiny little details about him, it really made a difference in how comfortable and happy he felt going to school every day. Ms. Alexa and Ms. Mai also stepped in around that time and helped engage the whole class so beautifully. Both of them just had such tender hearts when it came to nurturing these little kids. Then came the transition to the preschool classroom, and you know how transitions can be for toddlers, they can be really hard. But because he moved up together with his teachers and his friends, the whole thing felt so much smoother, for him and honestly for us as parents too. Beyond just academics, the teachers also worked with him on everyday life skills, like eating with a bib, little things like that, and it really helped him grow into a genuinely independent kid. Today, our son is a confident, independent three and a half year old, and we are just so proud of him and so grateful to the entire Tulip staff. The preschool classroom teachers, Ms. Ayushree, Ms. Pooja, Ms. Gabby, and Ms. Shilpa, have honestly done wonders keeping the classroom engaged. And anyone who has spent time with a room full of preschoolers knows that is not an easy job. But between arts and crafts, storytelling time, coloring sheets, worksheets, they have painstakingly worked with him and helped him become such an independent learner. We are especially grateful to Ms. Ayushree, who took the time to teach him our native language, and to the entire staff for giving him exposure to Spanish as well. We also want to say a big thank you to Ms. Lisa, who manages the kitchen. She actively engages with the kids too, and it really feels like she is nourishing their minds right along with their bodies. Beyond the classroom, the sports program made such a big impact on him too. The monthly sports activities were something he always looked forward to, always excited about, and he especially loved working with Coach Aaron. The dance class was another highlight for him, it really helped him connect with music and movement in a way we did not expect. Overall, our son has had a truly wonderful experience at Tulip, and we really hope the school continues to grow, so that many more families get to be enriched by it the way ours has been.

We've experienced several daycares over the years, and this one truly stands out. The teachers…read morefostered a welcoming, supportive environment that helped our LO blossom--from being shy and a bit withdrawn to becoming confident on stage and genuinely courteous with new people. Academically, we value their thoughtful approach: encouraging a love of learning before introducing heavier workloads. Even with some space constraints, their partnerships with dance, sports, and other enrichment providers provided the kids well rounded development. The catered meals were an added blessing for our hectic routines.

Safe, happy and communicative staff…read more My daughter was at BKMV for 7 months starting year 1. I have nothing but positive things to say about the staff at BKMV. 1. I haven't experienced the kind of empathy that BKMV teachers and admin staff extend to parents before. They are very understanding of a working parent's life, concerns and trepidations. Always have something positive to say at pick/drop-off, overshare the day's activities, lots of photos and have always had someone pick up the phone at the office if I had urgent questions. 2. The campus is well fenced with good security through access codes, kids are never alone. I felt very secure in the knowledge that my baby is safe and watched after, in a clean and maintained environment 3. Teachers are happy. And it makes a difference in how they work with children. All in all if I didn't have to move cities, I'd continue with them till my baby was ready for school.

My daughter went to BK for two years, starting at 9 months old. In our search, we were specifically…read morelooking for a center-based daycare, small class sizes, and a warm environment. Class size is small in the infant room but I did not pay enough attention to the older classes. My daughter's last class (started at 23 months but not sure of the age cutoff) had 24 students with 3 teachers at one point and I believe it's down to 18 students with 3 teachers now. My daughter was getting sick very often and I wish I'd been more mindful about class sizes in the older classes in choosing her daycare. However, I think this is the price you pay when going for a center vs. in-home daycare. When touring BK, I noticed the admin seemed to know some of their students by name. My daughter had serious stranger danger so, a caring environment was a must. I was blown away specifically by Ms. Maria. She works mornings in the baby room and is the first teacher on site. If dropping off your child before 8:00, children go to Ms. Maria's room. My daughter's transition to daycare went well because of Ms. Maria. And by "well," I mean she stopped crying at drop-offs after a few weeks. Considering her strong stranger danger at the time, this was HUGE. I cried in my car the first time my daughter reached for Ms. Maria. But, I knew my daughter was comfortable so I was also very, very grateful. Two things I wish I asked about during the tour: 1. Allergy procedures 2. Teacher turnover 1. My daughter had a mild reaction to dairy. This was a new allergy at the time and was not yet confirmed by a doctor until after her start. We did inform the center of her allergies regardless. The center confirmed that this was added to their allergy list. However, my daughter was given dairy two days in a row. The second time being more bothersome, warranting a call home. The admin response was to send our daughter to school with food from home on the days when dairy was being served. However, their menu does not list allergens within the foods so we were guessing which foods did and did not have dairy. We were wrong a few times so we asked about including allergens in the menu. This was the managers reply: " We understand that when it comes to food allergies, we must take all precautions to avoid allergic reactions to products. When ordering in bulk and when the products are unavailable, we sometimes have to source some products from local stores. This can make it challenging to list allergens on the menu ahead of time." We were also told per the manager, Raji, that they would "check if adding any information to the menu is possible." No information was added. 2. The teacher turnover rate seems pretty high. At least 10 of my daughter's past teachers no longer seem to work there. And changes happen without informing the families, nor are there introductions, so there's always new faces in the rooms. Not sure if this is the norm in other centers or if teachers are unhappy at BK. Pros: - a handful of caring teachers - extracurriculars: yoga, soccer, and music (all of which my daughter LOVED) - academics in the oldest class (my daughter wasn't in this class but I've met a couple students from this class. They were certainly kinder-ready) - app with photos/videos/summaries of what students are learning and doing -- though very inconsistent. I'm not sure how often summaries are sent but at least once a month (photos are shared daily)

My child has been here for 1.5 year. There's a strong sense of community - this is my favorite…read morepart. Qualified and caring staff members. The communication was not great until you actually get a spot - probably the wait-list / interested inquiries are too much for their capacity. But once you get in, it's really great. They are very well integrated with the school too.

The Cumberland after-school and summer programs are top-notch. I completely trust Cindy Lipp and…read moreher staff with my kids All the kids know and respect the rules and take them seriously. The kids have good manners and the older kids are always seen helping the younger ones. They create a super positive environment. There is a good mix of quiet time, indoor time, and outdoor time where the kids can read, craft, do homework, play board games, or get out their energy during an outside activity. Their summer program is just as great as their after-school program. They go on at least three field trips a week to locations such as local parks, Great America, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sea Cliff Beach, Tech Museum, SF Giants game, and Six Flags to name a few. The highlight of the summer is a two or three night campout at Saratoga Springs. I look forward to the summer program as much as my kids do. Since my kids have been attending, I have taken one day off work each week of summer to tag along on one of their exciting field trips. In doing this, I have seen first-hand how the staff interacts with the kids and the quality of care that is given to them. Safety is always a top priority. Counts are taken throughout the day to make sure teacher/child ratios are always correct. Cumberland CDC gives me the peace of mind that my kids are in a fun, loving, caring, and safe environment after school and during the summer.

Our daughter has been attending this daycare and let me tell you, this is the best daycare we've…read morefound, and I have definitely searched around! Everyone knows that a great care center is all about the people. The teachers here are so caring, understanding, and kind! They pay attention each child's needs and really strive to meet their needs with kindness and care. My daughter's teacher, Ms. Leyla, told me she observes how I respond to my daughter and uses the same phrases to calm her when she's upset. The attention to detail is just amazing! I've heard her speak Korean to some of the kids to make them more comfortable. It's just such a gem to see. Special shoutout to Ms. Jin, Ms. Leyla, Ms. Mia, and Ms. Laraine! The facilities are also brand new, clean and beautiful!

My daughter started at this daycare when she was 14 months old, and as a first-time mom, I was…read morepretty anxious about the transition. But from day one, the clean, new facilities and incredibly kind teachers gave me so much peace of mind. Two months in, she absolutely loves it! She talks about her teachers and friends at home and even wants to go on weekends! The care feels warm and personal, like a second family. We're so glad we found this place. It's truly been a wonderful experience.