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    Fairyland Academy

    Fairyland Academy

    (27 reviews)

    We are extremely happy that we found this in-home daycare…read more Ms. Sam is the most kind, caring and loving caregiver, who treats all the children like her own. She and her crew (Ms. Mayar and others) provide a warm, safe and nurturing environment. All children get personal attention, and caregivers make kids feel comfortable, confident and supported. I could see a very positive change in my son's behavior, development and social skills after he started attending Fairyland Academy. The home is clean and very well organized, with engaging activities, academic learning and lots of awesome events, and delicious home cooked meals (my son is generally picky and he eats everything there). It felt more than just a daycare and became like a second home for my son. He is always excited to go there each day and even asks to go on weekends sometimes . On top of that, Ms Sam always goes above and beyond to accommodate your needs especially when your schedule changes unexpectedly at short notice. We highly recommend Fairyland Academy to everyone looking for a safe, fun and happy environment!

    Sam is incredibly sweet and so caring with my daughter. She was kind to me during the transition…read moreknowing it was the first time I was leaving my daughter with someone other than family. My daughter loves going there and she is obsessed with Miss Maya! It's very comforting to know your child is in great hands and is excited to go each morning!

    Kidsy

    Kidsy

    (20 reviews)

    Our daughter started at this daycare when she was 10 months old, and now she is 2.5 years old. We…read moretruly feel that this place is her second home, and she absolutely loves it. Mary is incredibly kind, caring, and attentive. The daycare provides breakfast and lunch, and sometimes we even receive photos of the kids cooking together--making cookies and cakes--which is so wonderful to see. Our daughter has learned so much here. She knows many songs and dances, and sometimes she surprises us with how quickly she learns. We love watching her sing "Wheels on the Bus" and dance to "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes" with us at home. The daycare also offers outdoor playtime. The family home has a large courtyard with slides and water activities, which the kids really enjoy. We also receive photos every day, so we can stay connected and see what they are doing. Mary puts a lot of care into celebrating each child. She organizes beautiful birthday parties and takes lovely photos--our daughter always looks so happy. During holidays, they prepare special activities as well. For example, for Mother's Day, the kids made paintings and small gifts. At Halloween, they were given pumpkins to take home. Most importantly, our daughter has learned many important skills here--from basic greetings to following social rules and interacting with others. We are so grateful for this daycare and highly recommend it to other families.

    As a first-time mom, leaving my baby with someone else felt terrifying. Our first daycare didn't…read morework out, and honestly, I was feeling pretty discouraged -- until we found Mary and Kidsy Daycare. From the start, it just felt right. Warm, loving, and so much more than just a place to drop off your kid. It felt like a second home. Mary cares for the kids like a mom would, but with the thoughtfulness and structure of a great teacher. She was always there for us, not just for our baby -- and that kind of support meant the world, especially during those early months when everything felt so overwhelming. The fact that they provide breakfast and lunch? Total lifesaver. And somehow, even our picky little eater gobbled it all up and looked forward to mealtimes. Knowing our baby was happy, safe, and thriving made it so much easier to go to work each day. We'll always be grateful for the love and care we found here. Truly one of the best choices we've made as parents.

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    Sunrise Children's Center

    (28 reviews)

    Miss Sunny and her team are amazing caregivers to our daughter. I visited many schools before…read moremaking a decision, and there was always something that didn't feel quite right. But the moment I walked into Miss Sunny's classroom, I was impressed by the cleanliness, the natural light, and the spacious yard that feels more like a beautiful park. Our daughter has been learning so much, and we've seen real improvement in both her social and educational skills thanks to Miss Sunny's teaching, care, and guidance. There's always a fun activity happening, turning even regular days into something special. We truly can't thank Miss Sunny and her staff enough. I highly recommend them to any parent looking for a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment for their child.

    We would make this a 10 star review if yelp would allow it…read more I can't say enough great things about our experience at this school. From the very beginning, we felt welcomed, supported, and confident that our son was in the best possible hands. The environment is nurturing, inclusive, and thoughtfully structured to help children grow not only academically but emotionally and socially as well. A very special shoutout to Miss Sunny, who has made an incredible impact on our son's development. She brings such warmth, patience, and positivity into the classroom every day. Her dedication to her students is unmatched--she truly sees and supports each child as an individual. Our son has grown in confidence, curiosity, and kindness thanks to her guidance. Yes, quality education is an investment--and this school is worth every penny. The care, attention, and professionalism they pour into their students far exceeds expectations. If you're looking for a school where your child will be genuinely cared for, encouraged, and inspired to love learning, I wholeheartedly recommend this one. We feel so lucky to have been part of this community!

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    LiMai Montessori Academy

    (20 reviews)

    DO NOT COME TO THIS SCHOOL!!…read more The teachers do not care about the kids! This is literally the worst school we have ever been to, it's so bad that we paid for a whole month (February 2026) but my son only lasted 4 days (no refund). My family and I have never been treated so badly! My poor child was sitting on his poop for what was probably hours because they didn't want to change him. He had the biggest blowout we have ever seen that we had to throw away his clothes. The teacher and Director knew he had a blowout because they tried to cover it up and pretend they didn't see it! On top of this, his teacher Miss M is one of the worst people I've ever met. My son is mostly potty trained which I disclosed to the school and they said it's fine not to worry they understand if he has accidents. Well that is not what happened, anytime he had an accident they were furious! They would scold him and made him so scared to use the toilet from being shamed that he regressed and went back to diapers full time. He would cry anytime we sat him on the potty out of fear we would yell at him because that's what his teacher was doing! We know this because he told us what she would do when he wouldn't go on the potty or have accidents. The last day with his teacher Miss M was the breaking point. He had another accident that she was so furious that she ignored us at pick up wouldn't say hi to us acted like we didn't exist and handed us my son's things and walked away!! And mind you this was his 4th day at this school not even a week and they were treating us this way. This teacher was also very condescending, had no manners wouldn't say hi or bye, always in a bad mood (definitely dislikes kids and her job), extremely passive aggressive, and also micro aggressive. Miss M has no business being around children let alone teaching them. I don't say this lightly when I say she truly is a terrible person. Who yells and scolds a child for having an accident?! If you care about your child do not come to this school!! P.S. do not get fooled by their positive reviews, they are from years ago!

    I love this school and how it has helped create a safe and consistent learning environment for my…read morechild. The teachers are honest and thoughtful. Any concerns I have are always addressed with the utmost care and consideration. I am happy to have found such a great school with amazing teachers and director.

    Saddleback Children's Center

    Saddleback Children's Center

    (24 reviews)

    We are now finishing up our fourth year at Saddleback Children's Center and continue to be so happy…read morewith this preschool. My son was in the Jr. Kindergarten program here -- the Green Room with Ms. Marie -- and my husband and I feel it was the best decision we've ever made for him. With such a small class size (just 9 students!), he received so much individual attention while still enjoying the warm, familiar preschool environment he already loved. I appreciated the balance Ms Marie offered between academic preparation and building independence. The students practiced important everyday school skills like opening their own lunch containers (my son, now in first grade, STILL talks about eating lunch in Jr Kindergarten - Ms Marie would heat up their food and then push it down the table to them while making train sounds), following routines, navigating social situations with classmates -- all in a nurturing setting that still felt joyful. Her classroom was cozy, and encouraged exploration and play. Because the class was small and the school day was a little longer for them, Ms. Marie was really able to tailor learning to each child and help them grow academically, socially, and emotionally. What impressed me most was how much Ms. Marie truly cared about preparing the children for kindergarten. After my son started elementary school, she reached out to ask if there was anything more she could have taught him or any area where we felt he could have used additional preparation. Honestly, the answer was NO! He entered kindergarten feeling confident, capable, and very prepared both academically and socially. The transition to "real school" felt seamless for him, and I credit so much of that to his year in Jr Kindergarten at SCC. This extra year at Saddleback Children's Center was such a magical one for our family, and we hope our daughter will get to experience the program in a few years as well. Now we have our 3-year-old finishing up her first year at SCC in the Brown Room with Ms. Melissa, and what a dream year it has been for her -- and for us! She has had so many wonderful experiences this year. Some of her highlights have been the class parties and celebrations, cooking in class, walking field trips to O'Neill Park and In-N-Out for "Fryday Friday" (although the real highlight there wasn't the fries -- it was getting to cross the footbridge over the toll road!), growing pumpkin seeds and wheatgrass, creating endless art projects, visiting Lora the bunny in the courtyard, going to chapel, weekly share day, and of course the everyday fun of playing and making new friends. She is absolutely thriving and genuinely loves going to school each day. What stands out most to us after 4 years at this incredible preschool is how deeply the teachers care about the children. They truly take the time to know each child as an individual, and every child feels loved, valued, and appreciated there.

    Both of our children attend/attended Saddleback Children's Center and we have been very pleased…read morewith the experience. Great teachers and a very friendly and nurturing staff. When our daughter transitioned from Saddleback to TK at Robinson elementary, she was well prepared and ahead of most other TK students. Our son is still at Saddleback and enjoys school there.

    Hillside Montessori School - childcare - Updated September 2026

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