We've had both of our kids at PBMP, and it has genuinely been one of the best decisions we've made…read moreas parents. What makes this school stand out is that both classes follow the same weekly theme, so even though the kids are at different levels, they come home excited to talk to each other about what they learned that day. The curriculum is thoughtful and the take-home work is surprisingly rich (honestly, even the adults learn something!). But what truly sets PBMP apart is the teachers. They don't just watch over the kids, they genuinely love them. Even after our kids moved up to new classrooms, their previous teachers still greet them warmly every time they see them in the hallway. We toured many schools before choosing PBMP, Montessori, church-based, traditional preschools, and nowhere else did we see this level of authentic warmth. I've visited schools where the classrooms were eerily quiet and the teachers looked disengaged. For 2 to 5 year olds, that kind of silence isn't calm, it's a red flag. I truly believe the culture here starts with Principal Lena. She's hands-on, always with the kids, and it's clear she handpicks teachers who share her heart for children. As parents, safety is always a top concern. The teachers send weekly photo updates, and if they ever notice even a small injury like a cut on the lip, they reach out immediately to check in. That level of care and communication has given us total peace of mind. Our older one is now graduating and heading to kindergarten, and I can't thank his teachers enough. He's always been a sensitive, high-needs child, and the patience and love they showed him made all the difference. We will truly miss this place.

My son started here at just 17 months old and it's been an amazing experience from day one. The…read moredirector Lena is incredibly hands-on and gave extra attention to the newer babies, making the transition from home to school so smooth. What I love most is that the teachers don't treat this like just a job -- they treat the kids like family. His first class teachers were incredibly patient and gentle with the little ones, always making sure each baby felt safe, comfortable, and loved every single day. The 2-3 year old teachers also do a wonderful job teaching structure and basic rules, and it really shows -- my son can already count numbers and recite his ABCs! It's amazing to see how much he has grown and learned. We couldn't be happier. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing home away from home for their little one!

We are very grateful for the warm, supportive experience our 5 and half year old had transitioning…read morefrom Kindergarten to 1st grade. Ms. Srikanth and Ms. Sheth went above and beyond to ensure she was academically and emotionally prepared for this important milestone. Their patience, encouragement, and individualized attention helped build our daughter's confidence and readiness for first grade. We truly appreciated their dedication, clear communication, and genuine care for her growth and success. Thank you, Ms. Srikanth and Ms. Sheth, for making this transition such a positive experience for our family. We highly recommend them to any parents looking for caring and committed educators.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Ms. Srividya Srikanth and Ms. Aditi Sheth as teachers…read more Their dedication, warmth, and genuine care for their students have made a lasting impact on our child and our family. Ms. Srividya creates a nurturing and encouraging classroom environment where children feel safe, confident, and excited to learn. Her patience, kindness, and ability to connect with each child are truly remarkable. We have seen tremendous growth in our child's academic skills, confidence, and love for learning throughout the year. Ms. Aditi has also been an amazing influence, bringing positivity, creativity, and enthusiasm into the classroom every day. She is always supportive, approachable, and attentive to the individual needs of her students. Her encouragement has helped our child develop both socially and emotionally. What stands out most is the genuine love and dedication both teachers have for their students. They go above and beyond to make learning meaningful and enjoyable while keeping parents informed and involved. We are deeply grateful for their hard work, patience, and commitment. Thank you, Ms. Srividya and Ms. Aditi, for making this such a memorable and successful year. Your positive impact will stay with our child for years to come.

A Wonderful Place for Young Minds to Grow! My 4-year-old daughter attends Global Village Montessori…read morein Pleasanton, and I can't speak highly enough about our experience here. From day one, we've felt genuinely welcomed and supported by the kind and dedicated staff. What I truly appreciate is the variety of enriching projects the children get to explore -- from hands-on science experiments to creative art activities, there's always something exciting that sparks curiosity and learning. The daily structure also includes plenty of outdoor play, which my daughter absolutely loves, and it's great to see her come home happy and energized. Another standout for us is the Spanish classes! As a native Spanish speaker, I really value that my daughter can reinforce her Spanish skills at school. It's a beautiful way to stay connected to our roots, and at the same time, it's a wonderful gift to introduce the richness of another language at such an early age. The teachers manage to weave learning into every part of the day with so much care and warmth, both in their interactions with the children and with us as parents. Global Village truly feels like a nurturing community where children can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We're so grateful to be part of it!

This is just from my tour of this facility! I am also comparing this with other tours of schools in…read morethe same time period and how this school failed to make an impression, the good one! At first, I was really surprised to see a stained couch, not other friendly notes or things (live activity list, books, pictures, good notes etc) in the entrance and waiting area. There is a plastic/Glass wall on the side behind which the person sits to say Hi to you!!! The you walk in to an office room, equally disgusting and dull. Instead of showing me real kids doing stuff or just letting me ask stuff, they have a really long BOOK of photos from a time when kids did something and they captured (perhaps). Then the lady emphasized so much on potty training (FYI, it's not okay to force, you should be polite and offer good suggestions no press the requirement on a parent). Then we walked through the hallway, has like 4-6 class rooms may be, small playground, class rooms are messy and oddly structured. No diversity FYI! I don't know something about this school just made me want to walk away quickly vs other schools like stratford, primrose, quarry lane or even a home based daycare. It's like I would send another Mathilda here! It's pathetic, needs color, fun, smiles, diversity, cleaner rooms, cleaner entrance for sure, clean that white couch too please.. it looks like a prison! May be cheap but it's terrible to think I could send my kid here for the entire day

Both of my daughters attended BEP, and choosing it was one of the best decisions we made. From the…read morevery first tour, the teachers were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and clearly experienced. I immediately felt confident that my child would be in good hands. My girls built strong friendships at BEP, learned to be inclusive, and were very well prepared for their next school. They are now in elementary school, but they still talk about their time at BEP and often say it was the best time of their lives. The friends they made there are still their best friends today. As a parent, I feel so lucky to have found BEP as my children's first community. It was a safe, fun, and engaging place, and I would highly recommend it to any family.

Five of our grandchildren have attended Beth Emek Preschool, and we can't say enough good things…read moreabout the school! The play-based program is top-notch and the staff is exceptional, with very little turnover through the years (practically unheard of in early childhood circles!). The school is small (just two classrooms) and the environment is warm and friendly, with the children forming close personal relationships with their teachers and classmates. Families can choose for their child to attend two, three or five days a week. I personally love the 9:00a to 1:00p schedule, which allows the children to have lunch with their friends instead of rushing home after a short school day. If you know a child who is between two and five years old, do them (and yourself) a favor and check out Beth Emek Preschool!

We have had such a wonderful experience at Learn and Play. The teachers and staff are caring,…read moreattentive, and truly invested in the children's well-being and development. One of the things we appreciate most is how easy they made our son's transition to daycare. Starting daycare can be a big adjustment, but the teachers were patient, supportive, and communicative every step of the way. They helped him feel comfortable and secure, which gave us so much peace of mind as parents. We feel completely comfortable leaving him in their care each day, and that says a lot. It's clear that the staff genuinely care about the children and work hard to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. We are incredibly grateful for the teachers and staff and would highly recommend Learn and Play to any family looking for quality childcare

This review is dedicated to my children's wonderful teachers and speaks only to the infant and…read moretoddler program. Fazila, Cindy, and Bandana are amazing teachers. My children were in their program back when Chuck was still the owner. Although we left the school shortly after the change of ownership for personal reasons, from what I know, Fazila, Cindy, and Bandana are still there and continue to run a wonderful infant and toddler program. All three of them are patient, professional, and genuinely caring. For them, it is never just a job. They build meaningful relationships with the children and their families. Even after we left, we have stayed in touch, which speaks to the sincere connections they create. It is incredibly hard to find people you fully trust with such young children. I can honestly say I trust these three teachers completely, even more than I trusted myself as a new and young mother. I truly hope the school recognizes how fortunate they are to have teachers like them and gives them the respect and appreciation they deserve. It was heartbreaking to see other wonderful teachers leave, and I hope these three continue to be valued and supported in the way they should be.

Sending both our daughter and son to Quarry Lane School was one of the best decisions we've made…read more As a parent, it is such a relief to know that both my children are in an environment where they are safe, respected, and intellectually stimulated. The "whole child" approach here isn't just a slogan. Beyond the impressive academics, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and kindness. My daughter has gained so much confidence in her abilities, and my son has made wonderful friends and developed a real curiosity for learning. The faculty is approachable and communicative, making us feel like true partners in our children's education. Having siblings at the same school can sometimes be tricky if the school only suits one personality type, but QLS has been fantastic for both of them. We are very proud to be a QLS family!

Ms. Yvonne is an exceptional teacher--highly professional, experienced, and genuinely loved by the…read morechildren she teaches. She pays attention to detail, carefully observes each kid's daily habits and needs then communicates with parents in time. She teach manners, empathy, and respect and her classroom is a place where students feel seen and supported. I feel fortunate that my son had the opportunity to learn from Ms. Yvonne at such a young age. Her influence during these formative years has been critical and her impact will stay with him for years to come. Quarry Lane is very lucky to have an educator like her.

Shining Light Preschool is the best! My daughter loves SLP so much she gets emotional and cries at…read morethe idea of not coming back in the fall as she'll be starting TK. She absolutely loves all of the caring teachers, and friends she has made this year. Ms. Kelly and all the staff are wonderful. We couldn't recommend shining light enough!

Our family has been a part of the Shining Light community for the past three years. Ms. Kelly the…read morepreschool director and all the wonderful teachers have seen our daughter develop from a shy barely 2 year old to a thriving, happy 4.5 year old who knows she is dearly loved by God. She has also grown so much academically and it has been great to see it "click" as she learns her letters, numbers, handwriting and more. We were very attracted to SLP for the co-op format (as high parental involvement was very important to us), as well as to the biblical teachings. I love that I have the opportunity to regularly be in the classroom and know exactly what students are learning and working on and see how my daughter interacts with her teacher and other students. I have also developed many new friendships myself with other SLP parents. SLP teachers make every child and family feel seen and loved. We have so many great memories of the monthly chapels, pancakes and pajamas day in December, the amazing Christmas production "Around Back" (the cutest chaos you've ever seen!), Easter candy hunt, Mother's Day tea, end of school carnival, bike day and more!

Little Flowers Montessori is a fabulous school! My son went to a different Montessori school prior…read moreto going to Little Flowers Montessori. Before choosing to enroll him at Little Flowers Montessori I visited five Montessori schools spanning thru San Ramon Dublin and Pleasanton. Little flower Montessori school was the only school that had security that was up to par as well as privacy for check in and check out with a nice play area to match. Upon arriving at Little Flowers Montessori for our walk-through we discovered Ms Leisa was a teacher there. When we saw Ms Leisa, we knew this was the school for us. My son had her at a prior school and we knew how fabulous she is. I am a helicopter mom so I know she puts a lot of time and effort into daily activities, being warm, patient and compassionate with the students. At this point, my son has been attending little flowers for six months. I told Ms Leisa that he barely gets sick at this school vs his previous school he was sick every two weeks. She says that she wipes down the toys every day after the kids leave, we love her! When my son sees Ms Leisa, he brightens up and often times when he is picked up he says "Ms Leisa, Ms Leisa" and doesn't want to go home. We are very thankful to have found Ms Leisa and Little Flowers Montessori!

We love all the teachers here. My daughter went to this school for two years before starting her…read moreTK. All the teachers are so supportive especially we love Ms. Leisa. She truly helps small kids to be more independent. Nihal loves her and also Ms. Ronali. Amazing time we have had here!