We are so grateful to Ms. Zhou and Zhou Family Daycare for taking such wonderful care of our…read moredaughter from the time she was 14 months old until she graduated at 4 years old. Ms. Zhou is incredibly caring, loving, and attentive to the children. Over the years, she became someone we truly trusted and felt comfortable leaving our daughter with. She genuinely cares about each child and goes above and beyond to make sure they feel loved, happy, and supported. It is also a wonderful place for children to learn Mandarin in a warm and natural environment. Our daughter was able to hear and use Mandarin every day while learning through play and daily activities. Ms. Zhou provides breakfast, snacks, and lunch for the children, and she puts so much thought and effort into making their days special. She has even gone out of her way to organize activities for the kids on weekends from time to time, which really shows how much she cares. We feel very fortunate that our daughter had the opportunity to spend such an important part of her early childhood here. It is more than just a daycare--it truly feels like a loving second home. We will always be grateful for the care, love, and wonderful memories Ms. Zhou gave our daughter. Highly recommend Zhou Family Daycare to any family looking for a warm, caring, and Mandarin-speaking childcare environment!

We feel so lucky to have found Zhou Daycare. Ms. Zhou is kind, patient, and genuinely cares about…read moreeach child. She keeps the kids busy with all kinds of activities -- science projects, baking, arts and crafts -- so they're always learning something new while having fun. One thing we really appreciate is the Mandarin environment. Ms. Zhou speaks and teaches in Mandarin throughout the day, so the kids get plenty of natural exposure to the language. It's been amazing for helping our child understand and speak Mandarin at home. Meals are another big plus -- breakfast, lunch, and snacks are healthy, tasty, and filling. I truly appreciate everything Ms. Zhou does and really enjoy having her as our child's teacher.

Where do I even begin. Miss Dilu and Miss Dil of Fern Family Daycare they are like our second…read morefamily! The passion, dedication, and love for what they do shows right through how they interact with the children in their care. Our first born son came into their care when he was a little over 10 months old. Prior to committing to Fern family daycare, we spoke to Ms Dilu, and she showed us the day care and spoke to us of what they do. She pretty much walk us through what we will be expecting as we left our eldest in their care, which was very reassuring as a first time mom. Our eldest had a few health issues, especially with allergies, but they were very accommodating and caring towards him. They helped him grow into a happy and sweet boy, who likes to play outside and sing. Aside from their care towards our eldest, they also extended their time and care to us, the parents. When I was pregnant with my second, I had to do an earlier c-section than what was planned, and they were there supporting us. Came our second son, he came in to their care when he was a little over 5 months old, and they welcomed him with open arms. Our second, as he learned to walk, he was very curious and likes to explore. Per Ms Dil, he was very independent and curious, so they would keep an extra eye on him. Our second born is quite the handful, but still they regard him as a very inquisitive, active, and happy boy. Our eldest spent his toddler years in their care, and, when he started Pre-K and until now, he would still say "Ms Dilu and Ms Dil will go to his school together." When we would pick up our youngest, prior to him starting preschool, our eldest would like to come down and say hi to Ms Dilu and Ms Dil and give them a hig hug. Now that both our boys are in school, it makes us appreciate all they have done for the boys and our family. Honestly, we don't know how we would have done it without Ms Dilu and Ms Dil. Everyday we are thankful that we found them, and they have played a huge part of our boys and our lives. Their thoughtfulness, love, and care for what they do makes it a bitter sweet goodbye. Our family loves Fern Family Day care, especially Ms Dilu and Ms Dil!

Ahh the idea of day care especially as a new mother was quite stressful to think about! Thankfully,…read morea friend of mine brought all four of her children here so I was at A's bringing my daughter. She was 13mo old when she started but Dilu and ms Dils were amazing they took care of her with so much love and care. She also learned so much while being there like her colors and alphabets and behavioral aspects like sharing and much more. I ended up taking my daughter to a preschool when she was two and half because she was advance for her age and we had a school much closer to our house but I believe her transition to preschool went so smooth because of the seed that was sown at Fern Daycare! We have a new baby on the way and so grateful we have a go to daycare! Also they do alot of arts and crafts of course with lots of help from the teachers :)

If there were a Yelp for toddler happiness and IQ growth, Gateway Daycare and Home Preschool would…read morehave more stars than the sticker charts in Nayana's classroom. Nayana isn't just a caretaker... she's a toddler whisperer, snack sommelier, and tiny human growth architect all rolled into one. Somehow, she manages to create a space where our kids feel loved, seen, challenged, and gently nudged toward being actual geniuses. Thanks to her thoughtful curriculum, they're hitting (and let's be honest, crushing) every developmental milestone like it's a competitive sport. Letters? They know them all. Numbers? Counted, sorted, and probably color-coded. Shapes? Mastered. Arts and crafts? We're not sure if they're learning or training to become Etsy entrepreneurs. There are so many masterpieces coming home, we've had to annex fridge space and consider installing a tiny gallery wall. She wraps learning in play so seamlessly that the kids don't even realize their brains are growing faster than their shoe sizes. And the best part? They love every minute of it. Drop-offs are easy, pick-ups are joyful, and she provides nutritious snacks and meals (which is a significant stress reliever)!! Nayana has made Gateway the gold standard of early education and care. We don't know how she does it -- but we're endlessly grateful that she does.

Nayana has truly been a blessing to our family. With major health challenges and countless doctor's…read moreappointments, we were feeling overwhelmed, but she made everything so much easier for us. She cares for our toddler as if she were her own--providing healthy meals, cozy sleeping cots and blankets, endless toys both indoors and outdoors in her spacious backyard, and engaging, age-appropriate learning activities. She even makes payments simple with Zelle, which is such a thoughtful convenience. Although this was a temporary arrangement, our toddler absolutely loves spending time with Nayana and the other children. Her dedication, flexibility, and genuine love for the kids have given us so much peace of mind. Nayana, we are deeply grateful for all you've done for our family. Thank you for caring for our little one during such a difficult time--you are truly appreciated!

We have had the most wonderful experience with our son at Covey Family Child Care and absolutely…read morelove Sylvina. We are sad having our son leave to go to preschool, but we highly recommend her and when we have our next baby, we will be back.

Mrs. Covey is sweet and loving. We put our 9 month old son in her daycare and he loved it so much…read morehe wasn't ready to come home if we picked him up early. She is attentive and communicated with us anytime we had a questions. The price was really affordable compared to other places as well. I'd recommend her to anyone. We moved out of state and were sad to leave.

My daughter recently aged out of Baby Bubbles Infant Care after turning two and we've been so sad…read moreabout having to move on. She had been with Ms. Patty and her team at BBIC since roughly 5/6 months old. The care she received here truly felt like an extension of how her father and I care for her at home. As a first time mom, I was so nervous to leave my tiny baby with someone outside of the home but after our first meeting with Ms. Patty, my husband and I knew we had found the perfect match. Baby Bubbles specifically offers infant care, so only a small group of babies/children will be enrolled at any given time. The ratio of caregiver to child is often 1:1, with each child receiving lots of love & care tailored to their specific needs. Our daughter had to go through the helmet process (IYKYK!) and everyone at BBIC was more than willing to work with us through the process. Our daughter definitely developed some really special bonds while here and was quite attached to everyone who cares for her at BBIC. She arrived every morning excited to be greeted at the front door, and couldn't wait to jump in with her playmates. She even cried at times when I would arrive to pick her up at the end of the day! By the time she "graduated" at two years old, she had learned all the basic sign language, could sing her ABCs and could even count to 10 in both English, and Spanish! She actually still says "mas" when she wants more lol Her caregivers, and the little friends she made here, were really the only thing she'd known outside of her dad and I so we were truly sad to leave - I cried after we picked her up on the last day! This really is such a special place and you definitely get the sense that you're part of a little family.

BBIC is a small home daycare for infants that my son has been going to for the past 6 months…read more Patricia, Athena and her team are great! My son is excited when he gets dropped off in the morning and he sleeps great at night because he had so much fun. They adjust to your child's schedule and they send you a summary at the end of the day so you can see when they fed, napped, etc. We send our own bottles but they provide food and snacks for the older infants. I would highly recommend the BBIC team to any families in the area

My twin girls have been attending The Learning Garden since they were 2 years old. When we moved to…read morethe South Bay from West LA, my husband and I were in the middle of closing on our home and were worried about finding reliable childcare while balancing our demanding full-time careers. As working parents, we had previously relied on a nanny. As our girls got older, we wanted them to experience a preschool environment where they could socialize, learn, and become more independent. Thankfully, we found The Learning Garden, and they exceeded every expectation. From the very beginning, Ms. Nassim, Ms. Zora, and the entire staff made us feel welcomed and reassured. Starting preschool can be emotional for any parent, but they kept us informed about how our girls were adjusting and always made us feel confident they were in caring hands. Every day, my girls came home excited to share a new song they had learned or proudly show off their artwork. Over the years, we watched them grow in so many ways. They became more independent, learned to use the potty on their own, washed their hands, practiced taking turns, and developed important social and emotional skills. They know their ABCs and 123s, can spell their names, and have grown so confident. They're no longer shy and have learned to use their voices and speak up for themselves. The monthly themes and activities made learning fun, and we loved being able to participate as parents. The holidays were especially memorable--we celebrated together and even shared those moments with Grandma and Auntie, making The Learning Garden feel like one big, joyful community and extended family. The Learning Garden has been so much more than a daycare--it has been a loving, nurturing community for our family. As our girls begin TK at their neighborhood public school this fall, we feel confident they are well prepared for this next chapter because of the strong foundation The Learning Garden helped build. We are truly going to miss Ms. Nassim, Ms. Zora, and the entire staff. Thank you for loving and caring for our girls as if they were your own. We are incredibly grateful for everything you've done for our family. If you're looking for a daycare or preschool in the South Bay, I wholeheartedly recommend The Learning Garden. It is a wonderful family-owned business that genuinely cares about every child and family who walks through its doors.

My 3 granddaughters have attended The Learning Garden, Torrance, CA from babies until TK. The staff…read morehas always been friendly and helpful and kind. Many of the baby and day care staff have worked there for many years, which shows how dedicated and experienced they are and that it is a place they enjoy working. The children are fed, learn to use the potty, wash their hands, learn a lot and play well with others. All state rules are followed and it is a very clean facility. My oldest granddaughter is 12, my middle granddaughter is 8 and my youngest is 4, so you can see how many years I have had the pleasure to get to know Ms. Zora and the staff. I have fond memories of all the things that my granddaughters have accomplished and learned at the Learning Garden and we will miss all the events they have for the children throughout the year. My youngest granddaughter will be leaving to attend school with her older sister, but we will go back and visit, as other families we have met have done also.

[Review #248] 2018 Yelp 100 Challenge (11/100)…read more GD&HP did not have any infant openings, so I was referred to Christine de Mel by her colleague, who also happens to be my daughter's former preschool teacher. And because of this connection, I felt I could trust Christine without a "formal" interview. Christine's Infant Care provides an intimate home daycare setting for infants & toddlers. While licensed for more children, Christine, aka Ms. D, chooses to limit 4 children under her care. The interior space is small but neatly organized for feeding, diaper changing, napping, playtime, & learning. The backyard is stocked with scoot cars, a water table, & other outdoor toys that are age-appropriate for your child. Parents are responsible for: diapers; wipes; diaper cream; lip balm; food, snacks, & milk; sunscreen; extra clothes; bibs & burp cloths; & crib sheets. Pros: 1) great hours (7:00 AM-6:00 PM), especially for working parents; 2) clean home/facility; 3) time-off/holidays that coincide with work schedule (New Year's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday & Friday), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve), & there's no charge when Christine is ill or takes a vacation; 4) child may take up to 5 school days/calendar year at half price; 5) competitive tuition & low application fee; 6) low enrollment = more attention to your child; 7) daily log of your child's feeding, diaper changing, & napping schedule (I'm very Type A, so I LOVE this because I can keep tabs on my son's day); 8) on occasion she will text you some pics of their daily activities or special occasion pic (I LOVE our 2017 holiday pic of the kids... SO ADORABLE!); 9) Ms. D will work with you & your baby's needs (e.g. my son had a bad night & woke up early, she fed him earlier to start his nap earlier & he took a longer nap... I knew he did make-up the loss of sleep at naptime because he no longer has dark circles under his eyes; another example, we were transitioning to sippy cups & he didn't finish milk so she suggested to keep his milk in the bottles & practice drinking water in sippy cups or cups... his bottles came back empty); 10) as your child gets closer to preschool, s/he will learn new skills/develop existing ones: how to self-feed; how to play with others & how to share (I found that in a smaller group, it has been easier for my son to "give up" a toy & share than when he's in a larger group); the alphabet & colors, how to count, etc. (I noticed a drastic improvement in my son's vocabulary from our story time discussions & his care at CIC; at 2 years old, my son can string 3-7 word sentences, not always grammatically correct but he is ahead of his neighborhood peers, but he has a lot to say... ;-) hehehe). Cons: 1) you're responsible for your child's snacks & lunch (my daughter's infant daycare had provided her meals & milk for the babies older than 1, & I only provided breastmilk until she weaned herself; that was a MAJOR bonus & timesaver for us); 2) your child may be photographed or video recorded while at the daycare & the images/videos may be uploaded on its website (by your enrollment, you consent to release of all media)... I'm mostly ok by this because her website isn't mainstream but some parents may have an issue so I'm pointing this out in case they didn't read the contract thoroughly. Overall, Christine's Infant Care is 4-1/2 stars; 1/2 star deduction for the snacks & meals, otherwise CIC would be perfect. When we're overwhelmed, we've either forgot our son's lunch or his food altogether :-*( so it would be a major advantage if food is provided. If you're unable to be a stay-at-home parent & need to find a trusted & quality care provider for your child, then look not further than Christine's Infant Care... I highly recommend Ms. D to look after your precious baby.

Christine's Infant Care is one of the best in the area. What sets this place apart from the rest is…read moretheir strong emphasis on safety. Christine stays up to date on all the newest guidelines and has all the proper safety equipment needed. I'm confident that she is well trained to handle any possible situation.

We brought our son here for about 9 months, starting at 15 months. It was overall a great…read moreexperience, his language improved significantly and he ate, napped well and enjoyed going. We appreciate Ms. Sheri and her husband for all their care and support.

My daughter attended this loving home daycare for a little over a year. Sheri and her husband are…read moretwo very loving and caring individuals. My daughter still mentions them from time to time. My husband and I had no worries leaving our daughter in their care. We also love the fact that it's a small group so the children get more attention. I highly recommend this home daycare and would use them again in the future!!!