My family had a great experience at BHM. We had two children enrolled, one in the toddler class and…read moreone in Pre-K. The Montessori approach at this school is nicely implemented, with a good balance of structure and play integrated throughout the day. There is a strong academic foundation while still allowing children the freedom to explore their creativity, build independence, and develop a genuine love of learning. The directors, teachers and staff are attentive and highly invested in each child's growth and development. In addition to academics, BHM offers an impressive variety of extracurricular opportunities, including sports, dance, art (and many more), which enrich the overall experience. Their curriculum also does a wonderful job fostering multicultural awareness which we really appreciated. In addition, the facilities and play spaces were consistently clean, well maintained and organized, which gave us great peace of mind every day. We saw tremendous growth in both of our children in the time they spent at BHM. They felt happy, supported and excited to learn every day. We would highly recommend BHM to any family looking for a well-rounded Montessori program.

My daughter attended Blackhawk Montessori from February 2025 - August 2025. We had to choose a…read moreschool quickly due to a short-notice move, and I appreciated that this school was quieter than others we toured (my daughter was sensitive to loud noise) and that it was close to our rental. During the first month, the directors consistently told us at drop-off that she was doing well. However, about a month in, we received a note in her backpack from a classroom teacher indicating that she had been struggling with distraction and listening since the beginning. I wish we had been given more honest and timely feedback from the start from the directors, as that mismatch felt misleading. At a formal parent-teacher conference two months in, we were encouraged to have her assessed for support through SRVUSD, as they felt she wouldn't be successful in an academic environment without extra help. We took this seriously and ultimately enrolled her in TK in our school district starting August 2025, where she underwent a full 60-day assessment. The results showed no learning concerns, and her TK teachers report that she's doing very well and is easily redirected when distracted. We had similar positive feedback from the after-school childcare team. After this experience, I spoke with three other moms that were in my daughter's Blackhawk Montessori classroom and learned their children had also received feedback around concerns with focus, excessive talking, or other similar behaviors. I think the school has expectations that may not align with typical child development, which can lead to excessive negative attention. That said, there were aspects I appreciated: - I liked Ms. Tania, one of the two main teachers in my daughter's pre-K classroom. She seemed balanced and firm, while also kind. My daughter liked her. - The school offered several paid enrichment programs (gymnastics, singing, soccer, dance, etc.), which my daughter consistently looked forward to. - As a full-time working single mom, I appreciated the longer care hours offered. There were also significant concerns: - The concerns with transparency and unrealistic expectations/negative attention noted earlier in the review. - My daughter reported that the other main pre-K teacher was "mean," especially toward the end of her time there when that teacher ran the smaller second summer session. Even nearly five months after leaving Blackhawk Montessori, my daughter still mentions that teacher and says she never wants to return, which is upsetting. - In retrospect, the six-hour school day (before childcare) was too long for her. She's done much better with the 3.5-hour school days that SRVUSD offers for TK/K kids. Overall, I've learned that my child does best in a warmer, more teacher-led environment. While Blackhawk Montessori had some positives, it was not a good fit for her, and she has done significantly better in both the schools she attended before and after her time here.

My kids attended TOL from the ages 2-5. My kids always looked forward to arriving at school in the…read moremorning. The teachers are very organized and prepared with their lesson plans. They would take pictures so we could see what activities they did in class. We have so many core memories, and even have made life long friendships. I highly recommend TOL if you're looking for a preschool!

I cannot say enough things about this school. I am probably…read morethe most over protective, worrier of a mom you have met. To the point that, I wasn't sure if I was going to send my daughter to pre-school before Kindergarten. That was until I learned about Tree of Life and met the owner Kelley, If you are looking for a place where you feel comfortable and happy every day to send your child to school, this is the school for you. This was my daughter's first experience being away from me and after only one day going School she fell in love with it. My daughter woke up every morning excited to go to school and sad to leave. She would count down the days when school was closed and ask me to wake her up early when the break was over. While my daughter quickly learned how to spell her name and read, in my opinion, what I appreciated the most was the life skills she gained. My daughter was taught kindness, honesty, giving back to the less fortunate and how important it is to respect all cultures and people. The owner Kelley is truly a gift. She has created a family dynamic on campus that is felt in every class. She is present on campus, connected with all parents and students and she staffs her school with the most amazing group of educators that truly love your children as their own. I feel extremely grateful and blessed to have gotten the opportunity to send my daughter to Tree of Life. It has set my daughter up for success for the rest of her life.

We have both of our kids enrolled at Bright Minds Preschool, and we really love it. The teachers…read moreare incredibly patient and caring, which is great because our two kids are on the sensitive and shy side. They come home happy every day, and we feel very reassured leaving them there. The facilities are excellent--there's plenty of space, lots of toys, and so many activities for the kids to do. They've really learned a lot, from writing to drawing to crafts, and every day is something new. Another thing we really appreciate is the school's daily activity tracking app. It's extremely useful and helps us feel connected to our children's day. We can see photos, updates, what they ate, their naps, and all the little things they did. As parents, it's amazing to be able to check in and see their smiles throughout the day. We couldn't be happier with Bright Minds!

This is a very overdue review of this wonderful preschool this is for Bright Minds Preschool…read moreDanville/Livermore. Our daughter spent nearly 3 years here and loved every minute of it. - The teachers are warm, loving and kind. The teachers are well qualified, have experience and low turnover rate! - The school is one of the most diverse we've seen in the 10+ schools we've toured. - Low student to teacher ratio (48 kids to 7-8 teachers) - Facilities are clean and they have access to the indoor ballet studio (for their extremely hot or rainy days) for indoor play. They also have an indoor structure and outdoor space during recess. - They are more academic than some preschools (in a good way), they work with each child at their level and keep detail logs of where each child is at. Our child did really well with this method and she's at least 1-2 years ahead in reading and math. - They do STEAM and bring in outside community sources and parents to demonstrate different occupations (ie police, firefighters, doctors etc). They get plenty of arts and crafts throughout the day and lots of play time as well. - They foster kids to be independent and allow them to do things on their own. - You provide lunch, the school provides 2 healthy snacks - am and pm. Our experience is not unique, many families that we are still in touch with have all felt the same way about this school. Many of us came from other preschools and appreciate all the love and care they provide to all of our kids.

Ms. Mona is one of the most dedicated teachers I've ever met. She has years of experience and…read morewisdom. She is truly invested in each child's growth, development and success. I have sent all three of my children to her over the years and we strongly recommend her school to anyone who is looking for a high quality academic program balanced with a nurturing and loving social emotional environment. Her preschoolers are well prepared for elementary school and are often doing kg/1st level work before they've even graduated preschool. She helped developed excellent foundations for all of my children before elementary school with an emphasis on manners and respect. Her program is reasonably priced as well.

We feel so lucky to have found Tassajara Montessori for our son and even more grateful that he's…read morehad Ms. Mona as his teacher. She's one of those rare teachers who truly puts her heart into everything she does. You can feel her passion and patience in the way she connects with each child. Our son has truly flourished in her class. He has grown not just academically, but also in confidence, independence, and how he interacts with others. Ms. Mona has this amazing way of nurturing each child's strengths while gently helping them grow in areas they need. She consistently reinforces good manners, kindness, and social awareness in such a natural, meaningful way. The values and life skills she's taught our son have laid a strong foundation that will stay with him for years to come. She's had such a lasting impact on our son. We can't wait to send our younger one to her and see him thrive the same way. We HIGHLY recommend her school to any parent looking for a thoughtful, empowering start to their child's educational journey.

This preschool is truly wonderful! The staff is caring, the environment is welcoming, and overall…read moreit's been a great experience. Highly recommend!

My son started at LGA a few months ago at 9 months old and he adjusted so quickly and loves it…read morethere! After having some trouble getting started at another daycare, Ms. Makenzy made him feel so comfortable from day 1, and all the teachers have been wonderful. They are always doing fun activities and we love that they get to spend plenty of time in their very nice outdoor space. We receive many updates and photos throughout the day that are fun to see. We are so happy to have found LGA and would recommend it to anyone!

I have worked in early intervention for over 5 years and have been to many preschools in the area…read more This school is a true gem and by far my favorite I have been to. All of the teachers are very kind, caring, and experienced. They love what they do which is hard to come by. The school has a beautiful and welcoming layout. Each classroom is clean and organized. The playground is amazing. The school schedule and curriculum is very enriching and well planned. The school was also very accommodating to a student that I worked with. She made tremendous progress during her time at TLC. The owners Kristi and Lynn are amazing women as well as all of their staff. Some of the teachers that helped my client progress so much were: Chelsea, Cindy, Rinku, Daisy, and Vicki. They were all phenomenal. Many of the other staff were also so kind and sweet like Karen, Victoria, Paige, and Elena. They always said hello and greeted my student and I with a smile. TLC is a welcoming and warm environment that fosters learning and independence in all children.

We absolutely LOVED TLC! My 2 kids, a boy and a girl, went there for a total of 5 years and I can't…read moresay enough about how much we loved our experience. Lynn, Kristi, Vicki, Elena, and every teacher we interacted with was always kind and supportive, with our kids' best interest at heart. We're still in touch, 5 years later! Both of our children attended, and my niece, and from day one it felt like a second home for them. The teachers are incredibly caring, attentive, and patient--they really take the time to get to know each child and celebrate their unique personalities. Our kids were always excited to go to school, and it was wonderful to watch them grow in confidence, kindness, and curiosity. The learning activities are creative and engaging, mixing play with meaningful lessons that helped prepare them for kindergarten while still letting them be kids. As parents, we were especially grateful for the open communication and the genuine love the staff shows for their students. It's clear that the whole team puts their heart into creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive. The facility is beautiful, btw! We can't recommend TLC highly enough. Our kids felt happy and supported every day, and we feel so lucky to have found such a special place for their early years.

My son attended Dayspring from age 2 to 4 1/2 years old and it was one of the best decisions I…read morehave ever made. Aside from having the most flexible schedule choices compared to other local preschools, they have the best teachers. My son moved from room 1 up to room 3 during his time there. ALL of the teachers were attentive, caring, communicative, and loving. The administrators were also so very friendly and welcoming. My son loved Dayspring so much, it was hard to get him to leave at the end of each day. :) We will surely miss Dayspring, as they became like family. I recommend this preschool to any parent looking for their child age 2-5.

Both my children went to dayspring preschool from age 2-4. The programming is good, the teachers…read moreare wonderful, and the administrators are so helpful. Both my children enjoyed their time at dayspring and were well prepared to enter TK. I would highly recommend to everyone!

Our 4 year old son started at LAPMS last summer and the transition was extremely smooth for him…read more He had gone to another montessori school before we moved to Danville so he adjusted well due to this but his three teachers at LAPMS were all so warm, loving, and caring. Academically, they had them work on a simple book report every week in order to start introducing the concept of homework to them, they also used Kindergarten-level math books so my son was already doing addition and subtraction problems in the 12s and 13s by the end of the year. Additionally, my son's reading skills drastically improved while at LAPMS due to the teachers adjusting the reading materials and worksheets to match each child's different reading level. Now, my son has graduated from LAPMS and attends Kindergarten at one of the SRVUSD elementary schools and he whips through the homework assignments and continues to excel in reading. I truly feel that my son's teachers set him up for success for Kindergarten and I am truly grateful for the school. When my son recently ran into his former LAPMS teacher, the teacher embraced my son and was so genuinely happy to see him again. You could just see how much they care about each child. We now have our 2 year old enrolled at LAPMS and after about a month of some tears and a transitioning phase, he also now loves going to school. His 3 teachers also are always so loving, extremely patient and warm individuals. I have never seen them lose their patience even with a room full of toddlers! I also have asked them to adjust our son's napping schedule and they have always been very accommodating and willing to make changes as needed. They also diligently provide updates on diaper changes, nap times and photos of activities throughout the day. Something I also noticed about the LAPMS staff is that I see teachers from other classrooms help in other classrooms as needed even if it's just for a short amount of time and they always do it with a smile. I feel this shows the camaraderie between the staff where they have the same goal to support and care for all students at LAPMS and they do it as a united team. I usually don't post reviews on Yelp but felt compelled to do so for LAPMS because of the very positive experience we've had. Thank you LAPMS Danville staff!

This is my second review of LAPMS Danville! I first shared my thoughts when my son started at just…read more18 months old, and now that he's turned 5, I wanted to write another--this time to recognize his incredible current teachers: Ms. Esra, Ms. Padmaja, and Ms. Devika. I had the chance to visit their classroom this morning during Parent Observation Week, and it was such a meaningful experience. Watching the children engaged in their Montessori work firsthand really highlighted how thoughtfully the environment is prepared. The classroom felt calm, organized, and full of purpose, and it was wonderful to see how much independence and confidence the children are encouraged to develop. A big thank you to Ms. Esra and the entire team at LAPMS. Your patience, dedication, and care truly make a lasting impact. We're so grateful!

As first-time parents, we were incredibly particular about choosing the right daycare, and after…read moretouring several options, Primrose Danville stood out by far. From day one, Miss Sam and Miss Shubra have gone above and beyond to make us feel supported, always welcoming our many questions and requests with patience and kindness. The hourly updates have been a huge source of comfort, giving us complete peace of mind throughout the day. Our child's teachers Miss Christine, Miss Asban, and Miss Isabell have been nothing short of amazing. Their warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care made the transition to daycare surprisingly smooth and incredibly reassuring. We are truly grateful for the entire team's professionalism and heartfelt dedication. We highly recommend Primrose Danville to any parents.

Our son has been attending Primrose for almost a year, starting in the infant classroom. We've…read morebeen very happy with the care he receives. His teachers are warm, patient, and nurturing. The administration is well-organized and runs the school very well. One of the things we appreciate most is the emphasis on early learning. Even at a young age, there's a lot of focus on activities that support development: reading, singing, social interaction, or art. The class sizes are small, so he gets a lot of individual attention, which we've really valued. We love the daily updates through their app. It's great to get photos and notes throughout the day, so we know what he's doing and how he's doing. The communication from the staff is consistent and helps us feel connected even when we're not with him. Now that he's eating solid foods, he's transitioned to the meals provided by the school, and we've been pleased with the quality. They're healthy, age-appropriate, and varied. Nap times are also handled well, with comfortable cots and a consistent routine. Overall, we've had a very positive experience at Primrose. We feel confident in the care and education our son is receiving, and we're planning to keep him there until he heads off to kindergarten.

Young Learners Academy has literally become part of our family! I truly could not imagine having…read moredone this phase of parenthood without the love, support, guidance and support of YLA. This preschool feels like home as soon as you walk in the door with the friendly staff and a warm environment. My 2 year old actually begged me to put her in the full day program so she could hang out with her friends and teachers more! I TELL ALL MY FRIENDS TO JOIN YLA because it gave me my life back as a working Mom knowing my kids were in the perfect hands at YLA! We had my 5 year old daughter go through the program as soon as they opened and now my 3 year old has been there for two years and I will be SO sad the day she is too old to go!! Miss Amy, Miss Kayla and Miss Kelsey are 10/10!!

We absolutely LOVE YLA! We found YLA in January of 2023…read more Our daughter joined Ms Amy's pre- k class midway through the school year and was welcomed into this loving community of teachers, children and families. She learned so much and was well prepared to start kindergarten. We then enrolled our 2 year old son and he has loved having Ms Kayla then Ms Kelsey as his teachers over the last 2 years. He comes home singing new songs and speaking new words in Spanish every day. YLA's teachers and staff do a wonderful job of bringing all of the families together to create a beautiful community and a happy place for children to learn and play.