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!

We joined this school back in 2021 because we were drawn to it's free play, child-led "curriculum",…read moreand emotionally supportive staff. We enjoyed most of our time there, made great friendships, and grew as parents. However, as time went on and we began to get more involved (including serving on the Board for 2 years), it became clear that not all was well. The director, Carol Tatsumi, repeatedly dismissed community feedback unless it fit her vision of how school should operate. She failed to distribute the co-op bylaws to the Board or parents, such that no one knew they had voting rights as members or how the co-op should work. When this came to light, she denied wrongdoing and rejected suggestions from the Board to share the bylaws with members so they could be made aware of their rights and responsibilities in the organization. She even had Board Meeting minutes deleted that contained any bylaw discussion, even though they are supposed to be made available to members. Furthermore, the director failed to abide by California state laws and permitted 60% of the students enrolled to be unvaccinated and used the students records who WERE vaccinated to be the "cover" during state inspections. Once caught by the government agency, she abruptly unenrolled the students who were partially or fully unvaccinated rather than giving them the 10 days allowed by the government to either get up to date or at least say goodbye to the school and have a smooth transition. This was incredibly painful for those students and their families and negatively impacted the entire school community. Sadly, this "co-op" doesn't operate like one, and it's poorly operated at that. The building is in need of major repairs although the director dismissed multiple suggestions to improve its safety, function, and appearance. Furthermore, the school has been losing money due to low enrollment and hasn't recovered since COVID, so there is limited budget to address safety concerns let alone hire, develop, or retain talented staff. Finally, the "rules" families need to follow is laundry list long, from forbidding packaged foods to making kids turn their shirt inside out if it has a character or any brand on it. There might only be 3 kids at school one day, but all parents need to volunteer every single week such that there are often more adults on campus than children. And perhaps most disappointing, there isn't actual coaching of non-violent communication skills, just avoiding of setting limits and boundaries among kids such that exclusion and cliqueyness prevail. This school will probably be a fit for those looking for a very specific experience for their children, but do know that there are not enough families enrolled here to make this co-op run smoothly, so you will be required to do more than your fair share to try to keep it running and your feedback to how it could be more efficiently handled will probably be ignored. Good luck!

Another year down!…read more My kids beg to stay. They ask us not to pick them up before closing, which probably tells you more than anything else I could write here. The teachers are funny, kind, and genuinely smart people. The chef cooks real food for the kids three times a day. The classrooms are always in the middle of some new learning project- and they listen to the kids' interests! (For example, there was an interest in dinosaurs, so they created a little "Dino hospital" for the stuffies where the kids played doctor...Adorable! While it is still play based, my son is learning to write and he's so proud! What sets Seaside apart, though, is that it feels like a family. I don't have a big village of my own. Seaside became my village, for both of my kids. I cannot thank them enough. I just can't. I have peace of mind daily that my kids are safe, they are loved, they are seen and celebrated for their own unique personalities. Best choice in the South Bay!

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!

As a new homeschool mom SBFA has been great and supportive. I don't think I would have made it…read morethrough my first year without them! I highly recommend them.

If you are homeschooling and would like support in your Christian education for record keeping with…read morethe state, enrichment classes, or for just community connection, this is the place for it. We have been members since 2016 and have loved our experience. I have graduated 2 children and have several more to go. Each year keeps getting better and we are blessed by our experience. It is a co-op so we parents help run the activities. Work is involved but we have been blessed by our relationships we have created.

We've been a part of The Children's Place community for almost 6 years now. My son started in the…read moretoddler program and is now at the elementary school. My daughter completed her first year this year and they both deeply love their school. We chose The Children's Place Montessori because of the wonderful environment, the small class size, the affordability, and most of all the total commitment to true Montessori learning, not just having a lot of pretty wooden furniture and saying you're a Montessori school. Children are allowed to explore and go at their own pace. Sometimes that means they go quickly through a subject (though still with a thorough understanding) and sometimes more slowly as time and interest provide. That opportunity makes a huge difference and takes a lot of care and attention in a classroom full of kids. We really did not want computers in the classroom when our son was in kindergarten and are even more glad they're not a part of his early elementary education. Homeschooling was not in the cards for our family, but I really feel like the approach to learning here is the next best thing for our family. This is not a business that also happens to be a school. It's first and foremost a dedicated place of guidance that serves the whole child. I'm so grateful we lucked into an open spot exactly when we needed it so many years ago and look forward to many more years as a part of this wonderful community.

True authentic montessori school! My two sons love this…read moreschool! We really appreciate for all teachers!!

There's nothing more comforting than your child WANTING to be somewhere you are not…read more From day 1 my daughter really enjoyed coming to PEM. The teachers, Ms.Maduka, Ms. Sharon, and Ms.Andrea in particular were a very important part in her development. The curriculum here is spot on and really enhances what your kid enjoys doing while also teaching them many other important subjects and ways to learn. If you are looking for a school that takes absolute care and dedication of your kid then look no further. I highly recommend this school to all. You will not be disappointed.

My daughter spent nearly two years at Pacific Explorer Montessori, and I'm so grateful for the…read moreexperience. From the very beginning, Mrs. Maduka created a warm and supportive environment where my daughter has truly thrived. She absolutely loves all her teachers, including Ms. Andrea, who introduced her to Spanish in such a fun and engaging way, and Ms. Sheron, who has also played a big role in her learning journey. My daughter has become more independent, confident, and curious, and has developed strong language, reading, and math skills. We've always felt at ease and fully recommend this school to any family looking for a supportive and enriching early education environment.

My son went here. Patient teachers, great playgrounds, fun activities. Highly recommend.read more

We love this school. My son has been going to Brighter beginnings for 3 years. He loves all of his…read moreteachers Ms. Joyce Ms. Denis and Ms. Nahid and deeply connected with them. We were happy with the level of education, enough space for playing and all the fun and engaging activities they are creating for kids. We highly recommend this preschool.

We absolutely love Tuvia Preschool. All three of our children have attended, and it truly feels…read morelike a home away from home. The teachers, staff, and administrators are incredibly loving, caring, and communicative, and we feel so lucky to be part of this community. One of the most special parts of Tuvia has been the relationships we've built. Many of our closest family friendships started through the school, and there is such a warm, welcoming sense of community among the families. The playground is amazing with so much space for the kids to run, play, and explore. We also really appreciate the constant updates and communication from the school, which makes parents feel connected and informed. Tuvia does a beautiful job instilling strong Jewish values while also being inclusive and welcoming to all families. It's a small community school that has been absolutely perfect for our family.

I enrolled my son in Tuvia Preschool when he was 2.5 years old. Although we weren't members, the…read moreprogram checked all the boxes for us: close to home, a half-day schedule, strong security, and reasonably priced. Before Tuvia, we had him in another local preschool that looked beautiful on the surface but something just wasn't right. He cried and clung to us at drop-off every single day for an entire year. It was heartbreaking and made us question everything. The difference at Tuvia was immediate. By the middle of his first week, the tears were gone. He genuinely looked forward to going and even told us how much happier he was compared to his old school. The program itself is fantastic. Parents receive regular updates and photos through an app, which we really appreciated. It feels like a true school experience, with structured activities like PE, music, and even performances that the kids participate in. They also do a lot of hands-on activities--like mixing and baking their own muffins and cookies--which is possible because they have their own kitchen. It's those little touches that really stand out. What truly sets Tuvia apart, though, is the teachers. They are incredibly attentive, warm, and genuinely invested in the kids. It never feels like they're just supervising. They truly care. One of our initial concerns was whether we would fit in since we're not Jewish, but that quickly disappeared. The school does a beautiful job of honoring its traditions while remaining inclusive and welcoming to everyone. There's also a strong sense of community that you can feel right away. I can't say enough good things about this program. It is truly a gem that we have overlooked for so long. We're so grateful we found it and honestly wish we had found it sooner for our older kids.

If you are looking for dedicated staff, engaging curriculum, and a warm and caring environment,…read morethis preschool is for you. I have observed the teachers creating engaging lesson plans and seen the joy and excitement on the faces of the children. Highly recommend.

We absolutely love The Village Children's Center! My son has been attending since he was 2 years…read moreold, and the experience has been so wonderful that we're now enrolling our daughter as well. Every single teacher is amazing . so caring, patient, and genuinely invested in the kids. My son truly loves them, which says everything. The environment is safe, nurturing, and full of fun learning opportunities, and I always feel completely at ease knowing my children are in such good hands. A special thank you to Ms. Yuli, the director, who is incredibly kind, and welcoming. You can truly feel how much she cares about every child and family. We trust them completely and are so grateful to be part of this school community.