I am so grateful and thankful for Happy Times! It is such an incredible place. My son attended for…read moretwo years, and it truly was such a valuable and wonderful experience. The children have so much fun but also are able to learn and grow with each other. I have no doubt my little one is ready for kindergarten. They have ponies and chickens, a garden, music, and more! I would highly recommend this fantastic place!!

Our daughter started here 2 years ago and loved it. Now she is 5 and must go to kindergarten…read more Before Happy Time Nursery we had her at a Montessori school and she was always reluctant to be dropped off. At Happy Time, always looked forward to The Big Teacher and staff. Kids can interact with live animals and play. We made several friends with other parents, just a nice group of people. Highly recommend.

I have had three grandchildren go through this school from toddler to elementary. Top notch staff…read more Top notch teachers. Top notch administrators. Top notch management. One grandchild is a college freshman. The other two are in 7th grade. They are all very bright, well adjusted, and doing well in school. I give Lifetime Montessori a lot of credit.

We moved our child recently from another school to Lifetime after wanting more structure in an…read moreacademic setting, balanced with group play and exploration. Every child and family have different needs and it was important that we found teachers and an administration that was willing to partner with us to address any concerns and proactively work together to find solutions. We have been very impressed with the leadership, admin and teachers' transparency, accountability and communication. So many schools can feel like a corporate profit driven endeavor and we have observed that Lifetime cares deeply about children development and curating their interests. A simple example is that we asked that our child be allowed to observe the classroom Montessori 'work' session in action before making a decision to enroll her formally (this would be the first time our child would observe a Montessori class in person).The school year had already started and the Director, Kristin, asked that we hold off until the second or third week of school so that she could support the teachers to protect the integrity of what they were trying to establish in the new classroom on the first week of school without creating a distraction. She could have easily agreed to allow us to observe sooner so we could enroll earlier (other schools did), etc... it's through small actions and decisions that we felt comfortable placing our child there with a team of educators and admin that truly put the children's wellbeing and needs first. They also have set up a system of room parents that are very helpful to guide fellow parents with onboarding, external play dates and organizing events. There is no perfect childcare or school, but at the end of the day, we chose Lifetime because we are confident that the whole team works together to communicate openly and will partner together to honor what's best for our child. It's also a great sign when the teachers choose to coteach together for multiple years, clearly, they are enjoying it :). Thanks to the whole team for putting in their efforts to create a space for children to explore, learn and play!

This is truly the most amazing preschool around!! My son started elsewhere at a school that I had…read moreheard the best things about, but unfortunately I just felt like they didn't make the effort with each individual kid. They made me feel like it was him and I worried it would affect his view of school and learning. Thankfully we switched to The Village Church and we had the absolute best experience from day 1! The teachers and director went above and beyond to build a relationship with my son and he absolutely loved school and thrived from that point on. They have such an incredible understanding of child development and know how to reach and help each child grow in their own way. They prepared him both academically and emotionally to be ready for kindergarten and I am so happy to say he is thriving thanks to this school! My daughter is now going here and loves it just as much! We feel so lucky to have found this wonderful place!!

AMAZING preschool. My son went there for 3 years. He was lucky enough to have Ms. Nancy [before…read moreshe was director], Ms. Melissa, Ms. Sharnece, Ms. Sarah and Ms. Roberta. All of them were incredibly kind and caring teachers. My son learned so much & always went to school and came home smiling ear to ear. I am so happy I found VCP and always recommend it to my family & friends!!

Highly recommend Kids Bay. Our family has been with them since 2021…read more Low teacher turnover rate. Our oldest started in the infant room at 4 months old. We also started our youngest at 4 months old and it's the same teacher. While there has been some turnover, many of the teachers have remained over the years we've been there, though some may have switched between different age-group classrooms during that time. Great learning environment. The teachers do a wonderful job of providing age appropriate activities and learning. Our oldest qualified for TK this past year but we chose to keep him at Kids Bay due to the learning environment. We would have loved for him to take part in the Jr. Kindergarten program Kids Bay offered but we unfortunately were unable to do so. Even though he didn't take part in the Jr. Kindergarten program, he's still ready to start Kindergarten. We also love the extra presentations they have from time-to-time such as the irish dancers that come around St. Patrick's Day (our oldest loves watching these dancers), or having animal handlers come in to show the kids and talk about different types of animals (like lizards). They care. The teachers and staff at Kids Bay care about the children. They have kindly provided feedback on behaviors they've observed which may or may not require attention, and they are willing to work with you to help support your child. Meals. Breakfast and snacks are included in the tuition. They offer lunch each day for an additional fee, and it's food the typical child will eat - nuggets, cheeseburger, corndogs, yakisoba noodles, pizza, etc. plus vegetables. Our oldest generally decides each day if he wants to eat what's offered that day or if he wants to bring lunch from home. Extra enrichment activity opportunities offered. While not included in the tuition, they partner with other parties to offer additional focused activities such as a dance class, sports days, and additional art classes. Our oldest has participated in the "sports day" since he was ~3 and it's one of his favorite days of the week. Monthly Parents Night Out. As a perk, the Kids Bay provides a monthly "parents night out" (that's included in the tuition) where you can drop your child off and go have a date night. While it seems like a little thing, we don't have nearby family to help watch the kids, and the thought of trying to find and vet a babysitter for our little ones was daunting. This was a wonderful perk for us - a date night where the babysitters are people both we and our kids know and trust. Summer Activities. They always have a great line-up of activities for the summer, and offer splash days later in the summer when it gets hot. Convenient hours. They offer convenient hours for our work schedules. Overall, we've had a great experience with Kids Bay and highly recommend them.

We have both our kids in Kids Bay. We started with our first kid during the pandemic in the infant…read moreroom and soon he will be graduating from the TK class. Our second kid is there in the toddler/preschool class. We love the teachers and the staff there. They really try very hard to teach the kids and to make sure the kids have fun. The facilities are very clean and they have a lovely playground. There are variety of activities (i.e sports, dance and art) that you can sign up for if interested for extra fee but even without these extra activities, the teachers do a lot of play and activities with the kids regardless. The breakfast and snacks are included, and there is an option to select for school lunches which we thought were well worth the extra cost. The hours are great especially for working parents. Both my kids had to wear a harness for hip dysplasia in the infant room, and the teachers there provided such good care. My first has learned so much the last year in the TK class. He is writing and reading and we feel he is well prepared for kindergarten academically and socially. We plan to keep our second kid through TK program here as well because we love it so much. We also had great experience with the administration for any issues no matter how small it may seem.

The sweetest preschool! My son immediately felt comfortable and cared for since his first day…read morethere. He runs to the car every morning to go to his school, and doesn't want to leave when it's time to go (this was not the case at the last school he attended, in fact, the extreme opposite!). The school itself is small, but perfect for little ones to feel safe and thrive. What makes this school so special though is the owner, Ms. Diane, and the teacher, Ms. Chika. They have many many years of experience with early childhood development and a true love for what they do. After just one week of my son attending SBCP, it felt like they had known him all of his life. They understand all individuals needs and strengths, and implement activities and methods to suit each child. We are so happy to be a part of SBCP and would recommend it to anyone!

SBCP has been an absolute blessing for our family. Diane and the amazing teachers at SBCP are…read moreincredibly caring, patient and truly experienced in every aspect of early childhood education. We've been especially impressed by how compassionately they support children who need a little extra help, always meeting them where they are and encouraging their strengths. It's clear that every child is truly seen and valued here. Our kids love Ms. Diane and their wonderful teachers and look forward to going to school everyday. This wasn't happening at the last school we were at. Even on the occasional days that they are sick and have to stay home they always ask when they can go back to school. We couldn't be happier with our experience and are so grateful for the incredible team who makes this school such a special place. We are so fortunate and at total peace knowing our little ones are in such a nurturing environment. SBCP is truly one of a kind! Look no further!

Love sandy hill! Magical outdoor classrooms and the lowest ratios around. The teachers have been…read morearound for a while and are knowledgeable and kind.

The Coolest school around- great natural average for your kid to run and play with caring teachers…read moreand creative events all year for your little ones ! This place is North County's best kept secret! My son has attended the past 2 years and loves it

After my daughter had her worst year at public school Del Mar Montessori helped in a very big way…read more By giving my daughter the confidence she needed and building up her self-esteem, which was so low upon entering DMM mid May, she is loving school again. Within a few weeks she was working and achieving success independently! Thankfully, the long school year at DMM gave her time to regain what was lost over the previous months. She found a love for math, reading, and cooking at DMM. She also loves the outdoor space that gives her so much to enjoy everyday. Thank you Kathy for seeing what my daughter needed and reassuring me that I did the right thing by changing her environment and trusting the Montessori methods.

Our family is so thankful we found this school. My child just did not do well in her large…read morekindegarten class at our local public school and we felt she fell through the cracks there in terms of her social development. After speaking with Kathy and touring her school we were so impressed with the dedication she has for each child's overall well being. The school is calm, nurturing, fun and clean and organized. My daughter is challenged and respected. We are lucky to have this school in San Diego!

Ms. Kim is an amazing teacher and full of love to my son. She is the best teacher in my son's…read morepreschool life. My son had spent one year with her and we still have connections now (he is in 1st grade). Ms. Kim is the teacher to love her students and very accommodating to my son's special needs. She encouraged me always to seek my son's full potential. We love her so much!

We chose Hopscotch for our daughter for two years until she was ready for the big leagues -…read morekindergarten! Ms. Kim was the first person outside our home who we trusted with our daughter and we never once worried about her during the day. We got pictures throughout the day of her activities and she was always joyful when we picked her up! She thrived in this environment and learned many social and cognitive skills that prepared her for kindergarten!

This school was recommended by my pediatrician and my daughter attended this school for just over…read moretwo years during the height of the Covid pandemic. My child has experienced three different daycare environments - a traditional daycare as an infant, Montessori, and this school which draws from numerous pedagogical approaches for early childhood education. Although I liked the Montessori school she attended, my child was never lit up at the end of the day. Children should love school, if not it's not the right fit. By contrast, this school was a great fit for her. We were very lucky to have provided my child with the opportunity to attend this play-focused school and are sad to be moving on. It was very clear that my child was well loved at the school, as are all of the children. All of the teachers know all of the children's names, they know who the kids best friends are, and they are warm and welcoming. I loved that my child got to experience cooking, baking, gardening, and music on a regular if not daily basis, in addition to pretend play, blocks, art, and outdoor activities. They are read to throughout the day. I appreciated the balance between group activities and free play. I also loved that the teachers took pictures of the children throughout the week so I could see what they were doing. The school is also very diverse for the area, both staff and students. In the past few months the Covid protocols changed so parents could come inside the school for drop off and pick up. If you get to school around 8:45 parents could listen to the morning song (but I was perpetually late and missed it). Regardless of when I appeared at the school I would hear laughter and children engaged in fun activities. I never once experienced chaos or a teacher in a sour mood. The most common parent complaints are parking can be somewhat of a challenge depending on timing, and they aren't pushing academics hard. Neither of those issues were a major concern for me. I recommend this school without reservation.

The best preschool I could wish for my daughter. Lovely and caring staff. Always greeting you with…read morea smile and interacting with kids and being engaging.

This was my sons first preschool and it was so special for him. Miss Lynda, Nancy, and Kim all had…read moretheir unique ways of showing love and nurture. My son felt comfortable and had fun. They do a ton of art projects that I will save forever. Miss Lynda's is low key and flexible. She took payment for the actual amount of days in attendance and offered make up days for sick or travel. There have been no other schools that offer that. It's not super fancy, but it's warm, inviting, and caring. My child loved his 2 years there.

We can't say enough wonderful things about Miss Lynda and her team! Our daughter has been going to…read moreMiss Lynda's for almost 2 years and we have seen such remarkable growth in her socially, emotionally, and mentally. She loves to go to school and has thrived in the home environment with a smaller class size and wonderful, hands on teachers that have such knowledge of childhood development! The school is in Miss Lynda's home and has a gated indoor area with various toys, activities, and books for the kids. Each kids had their own cubby inside as well. The backyard is filled with playhouses, cars, bikes, and toys for the kids to play. Miss Lynda also does special water play days and parties throughout the year. Our daughter has come home with lots of great art projects that she is so proud of and hangs up in her room and around the house. Our daughter was pretty attached to us and this was her first big transition. Miss Lynda and her team were so sweet, patient, and understanding and really worked with her and with us to help make sure she adjusted, was comfortable, and had a good experience. We can't thank them enough and highly recommend this school! The combination of structured activities and learning through play in a home school environment has been so wonderful for our daughter and our family! We have a new addition to the family and will be sending him to Miss Lynda's as well when he is older :)