Absolutely Exceptional - More Than Just a School…read more Year after year, this Montessori school continues to amaze our family. It is rare to find a place that balances rigorous academic excellence with such a genuine focus on character development and respect. We have watched our youngest (now 4) blossom here over the last two years. The growth in his education level is nothing short of outstanding--he is learning concepts I wouldn't have expected at his age, yet he is doing it with joy and curiosity. But beyond the academics, what impresses me most is the school's commitment to constantly bringing in new activities and enhancing the learning environment. They never settle; they are always finding ways to be better. A few amazing days of the year for you and the family: All the Holidays - The school ensures we celebrate holidays from across all cultures and life. Fathers' Night: An amazing way to connect their children with their fathers. One of the best moments I look forward to every year. I Mother Tea Time: Another amazing experience for the children to spend some quality academic and fun time with their moms. This standard of excellence isn't limited to just one teacher; it is consistent across the board. Every staff member, at every level, cares deeply about these children. If you are looking for a place that will truly invest in your child's future, this is it. We couldn't be happier.

Absolutely amazing school. Staff is very engaging, supportive and great with the students. My son…read morehas advanced so much in their program and we look forward to another year!

Stay and play preschool was a great choice for my kids. They did a lot of cool projects and had an…read moreactual curriculum for the kids that checked all my boxes. The teachers are great. They do so much for the kids and also very accommodating. I love this preschool

Stay and Play Preschool has been an amazing place for my daughter. From the moment she started, she…read morehas felt happy, safe, and excited to go each day. The staff are kind, patient, and genuinely care about every child's wellbeing and development. The activities are fun, engaging, and really help build confidence, independence, and social skills. I've seen such a positive change in my daughter since attending, and it's clear how much effort and love goes into everything they do. I'm so grateful for the support they've given her and would highly recommend Stay and Play Preschool to any parent.

We toured a LOT of daycares for our then 1 year old to attend, but never found exactly what we were…read morelooking for until we came across Learning Through Play. Patty and her family are amazing caretakers! We always felt very comforted knowing that our son was getting great care, having lots of fun, and learning too. His vocabulary has blossomed in a big way since he started. He always comes home with a big smile and a fresh hairdo :) thank you Patty and Alma!

My two kids started attending daycare with Ms. Patty in September 2019. We had reached out to a few…read moredifferent daycares in Brentwood and were nervous about putting our kids in full time care with someone we didn't know, especially after visiting a few facilities in the area and just not feeling 100% comfortable (nothing bad, just not the vibe we were hoping for). I am SO grateful that we found Ms. Patty and Ms. Alma!! Enrollment was a smooth process and it didn't take my kids long to warm up to everyone. They truly provide the most loving, nurturing, and wholesome environment for the kids and it is EXACTLY what I had hoped for when looking for care. Patty keeps them on a schedule and always has fun things planned for them and my kids absolutely love it there. She also provides healthy (and homemade!) meals and snacks which saves me so much time in the mornings. She keeps her home very clean, organized, and safe for the kids. I am always blown away by the things they learn from Patty and Alma - not just educational things (which are AMAZING - Patty does Circle Time and my kids absolutely love it and learn SO much!!) but also things like life skills and manners and how to be kind to one another. My daughter has some neurological issues that can make her a bit of a challenge from time to time - I've always felt extremely comfortable with how Patty handles my daughter and her special needs. She is gentle and patient with her and it really shows. I've also been very impressed with how Patty has handled the pandemic from a business perspective - she keeps us informed of changes policies and state guidelines, and it's just been nice to have consistency for my kids during these times. She's been incredibly reliable and that's something that is important to me (especially when it comes to my children). Sadly, we will be moving away from the area soon and the hardest part of our move is not being able to send our kids to Patty and Alma's every day. They have such a positive impact on our children, and are truly like family to them. We will miss them ALL - their whole family and all of the kids - SO much! I could go on and on - but really, if you're in the Brentwood area looking for home-based childcare, please do yourself a favor and give Patty a call. She's amazing!!!

As a struggling single father of two beautiful boys, there was a time when I felt completely…read moreoverwhelmed trying to balance work, life, and making sure my kids were safe and cared for. Finding Keiki Care 123 in Brentwood wasn't just luck--it was a blessing that came exactly when we needed it most. From the very first day, "Mrs. Esmy" welcomed my boys with so much warmth and kindness. It didn't take long before they grew attached to her, and as a father, there is nothing more comforting than knowing your children feel safe, loved, and happy when you're not around. I've watched my boys grow in ways that truly touched my heart--their speech improved, their confidence blossomed, and their excitement to go each day said everything I needed to know. She creates a structured, nurturing environment where kids don't just learn--they feel valued. During one of the hardest times in my life, she gave me peace of mind. She was not only fair and affordable, but she genuinely cared--and that's something you just can't put a price on. Her space is always clean, organized, and welcoming, but what really makes her special is the love she puts into what she does. I will forever be grateful for what she's done for my family. If you're a parent searching for someone you can truly trust with your children, Keiki Care 123 is that place.

Ms. Esmy is absolutely amazing. She provides a warm, safe and secure environment for the kids. On…read moretop of providing excellent care, she also prepares good wholesome meals. While we are working, she provides peace of mind that our kids are happy and safe. She's the best!

As a new mom, I reached out to Debbie after receiving a referral from a friend. Both of my kids…read morewere with Debbie from when they were infants until Middle School and I truly believe that she helped mold them into the young adults they are today. I trusted her not only with guiding them through all of their learning and development, she was instrumental in helping me navigate being a new mom! I took her lead on everything since she has 3 amazing children of her own. Fast forward 19 years and we're now family! Not only does our family still have a strong bond with her, we've built life long freindships with the families who also attended her daycare. The joke was no one leaves Daycare Debbie since she's so amazing....well at least not until they drive to High School! Debbie is in a league of her own!

Debbie is absolutely amazing!! Debbie treated my boys as if they were her own. She takes such…read morelove and care into each child making them feel at home. She was an integral part of their growth and development for as young children, preparing them both for their school years. They are 21 & 18 today and we still talk about the wonderful experiences they had with Debbie.

Our son Jude has been attending Jayme's family daycare since April of 2014, he was 20 months old…read moreand a very shy toddler when we first started. Here we are 9 months later and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Jayme and the amazing way she cares for our son. Every day that I have to leave him and head into work, my heart breaks just a little, but it is such a relief to know that he is spending time with Jayme and the other children. She is such a blessing and wonderful with the kids! They have so much fun together and it shines through daily. From the nutritious meals she prepares to the arts and crafts that Jude brings home daily, it's all part of what is helping my son grow and blossom into a confident toddler. I was so worried when we began looking for full time care last year that we wouldn't find anything centrally located, affordable and a good fit for our family. Settling was just not an option for us- as I'm sure all parents want the best for their children and expect to be able to find it. We know we are so lucky to have found Jayme. This family daycare is so much more than that and I'm so happy and proud to share how wonderful she truly is!

Jayme is absolutely incredible! I don't feel I have to worry about my sons care when I drop him off…read moreeach day! My son's face lights up when he arrives, and I undoubtedly know he feels safe and enjoys being in her care! There is so much more I can say, but to keep it simple, I can certainly second every positive statement shared in previous reviews! I feel so very blessed to have Jayme in our lives!!!