Happy Hearts Academy

39 years in business

Our daughter has been attending Elan Preschool for about three months now, and we've had such a…read morewonderful experience. The teachers and directors are truly fantastic and consistently go above and beyond for the kids and families. I'll admit, I went back and forth for a while about whether my child really needed to attend a childcare program. But once we found Elan, that uncertainty completely went away. I feel so good about what she's learning and the care and attention the staff provides every day. What really stands out is how intentional they are. The teachers lead from strong principles, handle situations thoughtfully, and create such a positive learning environment. There are always engaging activities happening that keep the kids curious and excited. They also keep me well updated. I get photos daily, updates when she eat and what she eats, things I was never expecting. Another big highlight is the outdoor playground -- it's massive, safe, and gives the kids plenty of room to run, explore, and just be kids. They have special events and activities that add tremendous value to the program. Things range from puppet shows to animal appearances and so much more. It's worth the spend. Holidays are also fun to see them celebrate, including a Christmas performance at the end of the year. I could honestly go on and on, but if you're looking for a preschool, I'd definitely recommend checking Elan out and seeing for yourself how great their program is.

We feel incredibly lucky to have found Elan for our daughter. One of the most delightful things…read moreabout this daycare is how much fun they bring into the kids' lives. The variety of vendors and special activities that come through makes me wish I could be a kid there myself! From music classes to petting zoos and magicians, there always seems to be something exciting happening. The open layout is another thing we really appreciate. It creates a sense of one big family, with kids eating and playing together. My little one gets to observe and learn from the older children, which has been wonderful for her development and for building friendships across age groups. The teachers are fantastic. Each one has their own unique personality, giving the kids a variety of role models. They're attentive about guiding behavior in a positive way and are extremely responsive to parents. We also receive plenty of photos and updates throughout the day, which makes it easy to stay connected to what our child is experiencing. The facilities are clean, colorful, and very well organized. Classrooms and bathrooms are always tidy, and the playground is impressively large with several structures and play areas. The rubberized surface and particles under the climbing structures gives me peace of mind while my little "professional climber" explores. Overall, I'm very happy we found Elan. It's also located right next to the Milpitas Library, which we often stop by after pickup. From the outside, the building and surrounding area may seem unassuming, but once you step inside, it feels like a little world of its own.

Studying with Ms. Jenelyn.

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Learn And Play Montessori School

(21 reviews)

0.2 mi

My daughter has attended Milpitas Learn & Play since she was 18 months old, and she is now almost 4…read moreyears old. I have so many wonderful things to say about the school and staff, but I don't have enough time to write an entire essay! Overall, everyone has been incredibly kind, supportive, and caring throughout my daughter's milestones and development. From her teachers and teacher assistants (there have been many over the years, so it would be difficult to list them all) to the front desk staff Ms. Cassandra, Ms. Cindy, and Ms. Chitra, everyone has always been helpful, accommodating, and attentive to my daughter's needs and communication. The facility is clean, organized, and always feels safe. It was a brand-new school when we first enrolled, and they have continued to maintain the property and improve their operations over time. There is also plenty of parking, which makes drop-off and pick-up very convenient for parents. One thing I truly appreciate is how the school continuously strives to improve and enhance safety for the children. Over the years, they have implemented several positive changes, such as installing doorbell alerts when classroom doors are opened, tracking and documenting classroom attendance to ensure every child is accounted for, and upgrading their communication system. Parents can now easily view photos and receive updates about their child's daily activities and progress through the app. Most importantly, I have seen tremendous growth in my daughter since attending Learn & Play. The curriculum is easy for parents to follow and has played a significant role in her learning and development. Overall, I highly recommend Milpitas Learn & Play. The staff is amazing, the school is well-organized, and my daughter has had a wonderful experience there. We are very grateful for all the care, support, and dedication they have shown our family over the years.

We absolutely love Learn and Play Montessori! The teachers are caring, patient, and truly dedicated…read moreto helping every child grow and learn at their own pace. The classrooms are always clean, organized, and full of engaging materials. My child has become more confident, independent, and excited to go to school every day. I highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a nurturing Montessori environment!

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Little Flowers Montessori

4.6

(89 reviews)

0.6 mi

Established in 2006

We've been sending our son here since he was 2.5 years old, and it's been wonderful. Finding the…read moreright school isn't easy -- I toured more than 12 schools before choosing this one, and I've never looked back. He absolutely loves going to school more than staying home and actually gets upset if I pick him up early. That says everything about how much he enjoys it! We especially appreciate all the teachers, notably Ms. Louise, whom my son absolutely adores and respects. The caring staff made potty training seamless, and the school provides breakfast, lunch, and evening snacks, which is super convenient. He's thriving -- confident, independent, and excited about learning every day. He recently cleared private school kindergarten assessment with ease, showing just how strong the foundation they've built here really is. Highly recommend this school to every parent!

Our daughter attended this daycare from age 2 to 4.5, and we couldn't be more grateful for the…read moreexperience. Ms. Louise, Ms. Mary, Ms. Dionna, Ms. Gizelle, and Ms. Cynthia each played a meaningful role in shaping who she is today. Together, they helped her grow into a kind, loving, and curious little girl. We are constantly amazed by how much she learns, she comes home every single day with new knowledge, new words, and new ideas that surprise us. It's clear that each teacher pours their heart into what they do, and our daughter has thrived because of it. Beyond the classroom, the administrative team, Ms. Joy, Ms. Suzette, and Ms. Kathlynn, always greet families with warm, welcoming smiles that set the tone the moment you walk through the door. They have created an environment where both children and parents feel seen, valued, and at home. We are so thankful to this entire team for the incredible foundation they've given our daughter during some of her most important early years. We highly recommend this daycare to any family looking for a nurturing, enriching place for their little one.

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Stratford School - Milpitas Beresford Square

(41 reviews)

0.5 mi

We would like to thank Ms. Filiz for being such a wonderful teacher to Kylan and all of the kids in…read moreher class. She is always so kind, caring, patient, and supportive. She makes sure every child is doing well and feels comfortable and happy at school. We are very grateful to have Ms. Filiz as Kylan's Pre-K teacher. As parents, it means so much to be able to trust someone with our child every day, and she truly gives us that comfort and confidence. Kylan loves going to school, and we can see how much love and effort she puts into teaching and taking care of the children. Taking care of so many little kids is not easy at all, but Ms. Filiz does an amazing job every single day. We really appreciate all of her hard work, dedication, and kindness. Thank you sooooo much, Ms. Filiz! -- Nickie (Kylan's mom)

We recently toured Stratford School (Beresford Square Campus) and had a wonderful experience…read more Rashmi was welcoming, informative, and made the entire visit feel comfortable and thoughtful. The campus felt warm, organized, and well structured, and it was clear the students are happy and well cared for. One of the sweetest moments was seeing a few girls in my daughter's prospective classroom come up to say hello -- it truly reflected the nurturing environment. We're genuinely excited for her to start this upcoming fall and look forward to joining the Stratford community!

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Level Up Montessori - Milpitas

(8 reviews)

0.7 mi

Available by appointment

My daughter absolutely loved going here. Miss Cristy had such a profound impact on her, and from…read moreall the stories, pictures, and videos, it's clear she has a truly special way with kids. The team here created a structured, engaging, and loving space where the kids could learn and thrive and communication with parents was amazing. They shared so many pictures, videos and updates throughout the day, which not only gave me peace of mind but also helped me feel connected to her day and even get to know the other kids and parents she interacted with. During her time here, my daughter grew so much. She became more independent, built confidence, and they even worked closely with us on potty training. My daughter was constantly learning new things, and I loved hearing her come home singing songs and sharing what she learned. It really felt like a nurturing environment where she was cared for, supported, and encouraged every day. She still talks about Miss Cristy and does really misses going here which says everything.

I can't say enough good things about Level Up and their staff. They've been great with my…read moregrandchild and I can't thank them enough. Everything there is a stress free and assuring experience from billing to checking in. The facility is top notch with a great playground around the back in a very safe shaded environment. Thank you again!

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Dolphin Bay Preschool

5.0

(7 reviews)

0.8 mi

Family-owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

If you're looking for a bilingual Vietnamese-English preschool, this is the one!!!…read moreOur two kids love going to school and happy after school. They learned Vietnamese songs and start singing it at home. Super cute!! Their lessons are incorporated with Montessori teaching style. They encourage the our children explore their curiosity and independently with the teacher's guidance. The school have an app to see their photos daily ( around 1pm). Healthy meals and snack are included. I also appreciated their drop off time and pick up, I believe it's 7:30-8am-6pm. If you're looking for the best preschool for your child, definitely check them out!!!

My son has just graduated from the school, and he really loved studying here. The facilities are…read morewell-invested, the playground is spacious, and the teachers care for each child very much. Special thanks to Ms. Christina and Ms. Nabi. He will miss the school a lot. If you are looking for a school that supports both English and Vietnamese for your child, I highly recommend this school.

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Building Kidz of Milpitas at Main St

(13 reviews)

0.2 mi

Certified professionals

Women-owned & operated

We have had such a wonderful experience at this preschool! Since starting, our son's independence…read morehas grown so much--he's more confident doing things on his own, following routines, and taking responsibility. His social skills have really blossomed too. He's more comfortable making friends, sharing, and expressing himself. We've also seen great academic growth, his stamina and focus have improved. One of our favorite features is the app, which provides updates and photos of every activity the children are participating in. It gives us such peace of mind and helps us feel connected to his day. We also love that it's a bilingual school. Our son comes home proudly sharing new Spanish words he's learned, which has been such a fun and meaningful addition to his education. Most importantly, the teachers are incredibly warm and welcoming. They truly care about the children and maintain clear, consistent communication with families. We are so grateful to be part of this school community!

Our son has been attending Building Kidz Milpitas for over a year, and the experience has been…read morenothing short of wonderful. Every morning, he genuinely looks forward to going to school--which speaks volumes. The teachers are incredibly caring and loving, creating an environment where he feels truly seen. From circle time and music to plenty of outdoor play, the activities are perfectly tailored to his development. We couldn't be happier and highly recommend Building Kidz to any parent looking for a nurturing school.

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Footsteps Preschool

4.6

(17 reviews)

0.6 mi

15 years in business

We've had a wonderful experience with Footsteps Preschool for our kid. The teachers are caring,…read morepatient, and truly attentive to each child's needs. The environment is safe, nurturing, and encourages learning through play. My kid used to look forward to school every day, which says a lot. Highly recommend this preschool for young kids!

Footsteps Preschool…read more My son started 1 year ago, prior he was limited in his speech, vocabulary, and social interaction. In just a few months we can see a drastic change. He really enjoys going to Footsteps, having all his friends and activities keep him from wanting to go home. The staffs are very professional and he feels so comfortable with his teachers. Great place to start your kiddos on their educational journey.

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Hands On Learning Center

Certified professionals

Hands On Learning has been such a blessing! My husband and I took our child on a tour with the…read moreprogram director, Ms. Elis. The process for scheduling, visiting, and later enrolling at the school was so user-friendly. Ms. Elis answered all of our questions in person and later over email in a timely manner. You could tell she really cares for the students and is in-tune with the staff/children. She made a special point to tell us to bring our child on the tour as we could see how they interacted with the space and how they felt around the other students/staff as we were touring while school was in session. All of the staff is very supportive and we get regular updates throughout the day via message and more info at pick up on how the day went. It is also very easy to communicate through their app regarding pick up changes, general questions, etc. In the Bumblebee class (ages 2-3), you could not ask for better teachers than Ms. Yolanda and Ms. Sarah. They've taken such great care of our baby. Hands On Learning was our first school/daycare experience. Prior to this, our baby was regularly with me as I work from home. While already very extrovert and talkative, we really wanted them to gain more social experience. Most of the children in our lives are all older, so they're not used to parallel play with others their age. They're also used to 1:1 attention from an adult, so we wanted to expose them to a larger group setting sooner than later to improve on any growing social or separation anxiety. Ms. Yolanda in particular has been working tirelessly 1:1 with our baby and really partnering with us to make the transition from no school to half day to now full time (!) 5x a week to be as seamless and pain-free as possible. She's been great about learning what we already do at home and providing additional recommendations for us to try that will help with adjusting to full time school. While we're still navigating BIG emotions at drop off, Ms. Yolanda is always ready with a hug and a smile for our baby. There's still some days of all tears, but those days are getting less and less. I keep hearing that our baby is making lots of improvement from both Ms. Yolanda and Ms. Sarah. The evidence is all over our baby's laughing, smiling face as we talk on the drive home and lasts all the way until bedtime. I can't thank everyone here enough for helping our baby thrive. It really has been an excellent experience for our whole family!

Our son attended Hands on Learning Center for nearly 2 years…read more The teachers and staff have done so much in not only taking care of our son but educating him and loving him in so many ways. Our boy has blossomed so much under their care. Before Hands on Learning Center, our son was enrolled in Speech Therapy but within a month of attending this school, he had an incredible speech explosion and no longer required therapy. He loves all the teachers (Ms. Jessica, Ms. Denise, Ms. Mistry, Ms. Lad, and Ms, Elis) and classmates so much and speaks so fondly of everyone at home. We love this school so much and our only regret is that Hands on Learning Center is not a full on K-8 institution.

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Day Star Montessori School

4.8

(58 reviews)

1.4 mi

We've had a wonderful experience at Day Star Montessori. Our child has been here for over a year,…read moreand we honestly haven't had any negative experiences. The teachers are patient, caring, and genuinely invested in the children's growth. Whenever we had concerns, they were always willing to listen, work with us, and support our child in becoming more confident and comfortable in social settings. Another thing we really appreciate is the schedule. The school has relatively few closure days compared to many other programs, which is very helpful for working parents. If you need extended care until 6:00 PM, there are also many enrichment activities available, giving children plenty of opportunities to explore new interests. We're grateful for the care and support our child has received here and would highly recommend Day Star Montessori to other families.

My daughter attended Day Star Montesoori, and she enjoyed her time here. There's emphasis on the…read more"montessori learning philosophy" and my daughter benefitted from it. Children are encouraged to play, learn and taught everyday stuff making them confident and independent. The superstars of this school are the teachers. They are always patient, encouraging and very helpful. Highly recommend this school to all parents looking for a great learning environment for their kids.

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Tender Heart Childcare & Pre-school

4.8

(85 reviews)

1.1 mi

We have had a wonderful experience with this day care. Our daughter has been here since she was 12…read moremonths old, and it truly feels like her home away from home. The level of personal attention our child receives is exceptional, and we really appreciate the focus on both nutrition and development. They provide homemade vegetarian Indian food, which has been a huge plus for our family. Beyond that, they do a great job of making sure the children feel comfortable, happy, and engaged every day. Over the past 10 months, we have seen our daughter grow and progress so much, and that gives us a lot of confidence in the care and support she receives here. We are very happy with this day care and truly satisfied with our experience. Highly recommend.

Update: It's hard to put into words how grateful we are for the love, care, and support our son has…read morereceived over the last 19 months at this daycare. Our son has learned and grown so much during his time here. He has become more confident, social, and independent, and he has made some truly wonderful friends. One of the biggest milestones they helped us through was potty training, and we are incredibly thankful for their patience, encouragement, and constant support throughout that process. Another thing we have always appreciated is the food. It has consistently been nutritious, home-style, and delicious, and it gave us great peace of mind knowing he was being so well cared for every day. What stands out the most, though, is the genuine love and affection they show every child. As our son moves on to the next chapter, we know he will miss Ms. Sunita, Ms. Kaur, and all of his friends very much. We will always be grateful for the wonderful memories, friendships, and foundation they have given him during these precious early years. Thank you for everything--you will always hold a very special place in our hearts.

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Genius Kids Technology Drive

(29 reviews)

5.7 mi

My daughter went to the infant program at Genius kids. She had a good time and the teachers there…read moreput in a lot of effort in getting her comfortable. They also gave regular updates on her feeding, sleep, milk/water intake. The infant section is well lit and cleanly maintained. Highly recommend for new parents

We have been sending our kid to Genius Kids for over 2 years now and our experience has been great…read moreso far. The teachers and staff is extremely caring and flexible in terms of my kid's food preferences. Every single morning the staff is willing and spend time and energy in monitoring him until he finishes his breakfast. They have greatly helped him in improving his eating habits. Teachers take serious efforts in public speaking and making the kids be confident on stage. The overall activities they do with kids are age appropriate and interactive. It has tremendously helped the overall communication of my child. I am so glad I have been with this care facility, it is surely something I would recommend to new parents.

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Milpitas Abel KinderCare

4.1

(56 reviews)

0.8 mi

Our son has been attending this daycare since he was just four months old, and he is now nearly…read morefour. It has been an incredible journey watching him grow here, and we have been especially thrilled with his recent experience. He was most recently in Room 6 taught by Ms. Maria, and we cannot say enough good things about her. She is an absolutely wonderful teacher, very thoughtful and caring. Our son loves her class. Under her care, he has blossomed significantly. We are so thankful for how well Ms Maria and all other teachers take care of him and helps him grow! Once again - I cannot recommend this daycare facility enough.

My baby has been attending Kindercare at this location for over a month now. I must say I was very…read moreunsure about sending a 3 month old at the time thinking she's too young and being in a daycare with 4-5 other babies would scare her, I was very wrong. She loves daycare and never came home stressed ever. The Infant teachers are very caring and welcoming and treat everyone like family. I love how everything gets posted on the app with pictures and daily logs. The teachers are very attentive and care alot about the kids. My daughter always comes home very clean with a fresh diaper. Thank you Ms. Marisu, Ms. Herlinda,and Ms. Magdalena for taking great care of my daughter. I also want to thank Ms. Yesenia for the love and support with quick responses when I have questions. Our family appreciate everyone at Kindercare.