My daughter was here for ~1 1/2 years. She was extremely nervous going into preschool and all of…read morethe teachers made her feel so at home and comfortable. She really thrived in the environment and made great friends. The campus is beautiful and very well maintained. The parents and teachers host many events throughout the year- bake sales, trunk or treat, spring socials, parent's nights out. It's truly a great community full of extremely kind parents and teachers. We will miss everyone dearly and can't thank the community enough!

Both of our girls have gone to Skyline Preschool for preschool and pre-k and our youngest is…read moregraduating this June and we are so sad to go. Nestled into a beautiful Oakland Hills setting, Skyline Preschool has been such a wonderful experience for both our very different daughters and for us as parents. With a hybrid model of play-based and educational learning, our students grew both academically and social-emotionally. The director Naomi, created a curriculum that is so well-rounded, inclusive, thoughtful, rich with pertinent themes in a very age appropriate manner. Both our kids thrived, and particularly our youngest, while we all dealt with the difficulties of the pandemic, she had an extremely physically and emotionally save place to make the most of this time. Naomi pivoted the structure of the day and shape of the class to adhere to safety guidelines so successfully, we are so grateful for the hard work and dedication it took to make our daughter's preschool safe for her and the entire community of families enrolled. All the teachers are great communicators, care deeply for the children, and are creative and skilled. I really can't say enough positive things about the school experience, from setting to curriculum to staff - it was an incredible part of our family's development. We will miss it so!

My daughter has attended Mountain Boulevard Montessori School for the last 2.5 years (since she was…read more28 months old) and it is easily the best decision we have made. We looked at so many different school options and are beyond happy that we chose this school. The small/intimate feeling compounds to staff that really care about the safety, health, and development of all the kids. Students not only grow academically (reading, math, science, etc.), socially, and get exposed to different cultures and languages. She has learned so much Spanish and Mandarin which is amazing as well. We highly recommend this school to any and all parents!

We are so grateful to have found Mountain Boulevard Montessori School for our son. It's hard to…read morefind a daycare you can truly trust, especially when you're starting them at such a young age, but we immediately felt comforted by the staff's warmth and genuine care during our initial tour there. Our son started here at just two years old, and we have been amazed to watch him blossom over the years. The teachers and staff have not only provided a nurturing and loving environment but have also been deeply committed to the children's education. We've seen him learn and grow so much, and the curriculum has thoroughly prepared him for his start in grade school. Mountain Boulevard Montessori School is a truly special place, and we are so grateful for all the hard work they put in. We're so happy with our experience that we've already decided to bring our next child here when she is old enough. We couldn't recommend this school more highly.

Broadmoor has given our family, especially my daughter so much these past 3 years - she's leaving…read morewith complete confidence in herself, fearlessness, and the utmost excitement for the coming school year. The parent-education nights have only gotten better with speakers touching on Destigmatizing Failure, Resilience, and Family Estate Planning. The entire community benefits from their program since they do so much outreach and are involved in the farmer's market, free, monthly open-to-all playdates, and the annual cherry festival parade. I'm so grateful to have Broadmoor as a resource for myself, as a pandemic-mom, and for my daughter, who blossomed after having been a pandemic-baby. Kindergarten, here we come!

Wonderful Co-op experience! You get to participate and shape your child's earliest experience and…read moreoutlook on education. Teachers Ms Kacia and Ms Liz are amazing, so knowledgeable, thoughtful and caring in specialized ways for each child to feel seen and valued. Our daughter has blossomed. This school offers a close knit parent community, so much support and good times. We feel so fortunate that our daughter and family are a part of this community. We love Broadmoor!

Update 3 years later: We are still part of the village! Cathy and Tim are essentially surrogate…read moregrand parents to our little one :). Their love and education has really created a strong foundation for our child. She tested very high in kindergarten and I think it has a lot to do with the gentle and expert math and reading curriculum at Cathy's. She was starting to read at 3 so the kindergarten tests were a breeze. I can't express how kind, loving, and amazing Cathy and Tim are. I'd recommend them to anyone needing childcare! And one more little bonus.. they do parents night out monthly and parents day out on Saturday about quarterly. It's amazing having a reliable childcare for non-working hours occasionally!

Our son has been at Cathy's since August when he just turned 7 months. He is well cared for and has…read moreshown leaps and strides in his milestones. Everyone always compliments our son for being social and curious, and I have to say I believe it really is due in part to his time at Cathy's. He is always happy when I drop him off, and I know he is safe with them. Cathy and Tim are very interested in his development and well being and they are always happy to answer questions or promptly address any feedback. We're so happy to have found them!

We've had an incredible two years at ABS, watching our daughter grow from a bright 2 years old baby…read moreinto a curious, joyful, and confident French-speaking toddler. She started at 2 years old and is now reading letters, counting to 30, writing her name, and even cutting with scissors -- all while singing French songs and retelling stories with joy. ABS has created a safe, nurturing environment where she learned not just academics but empathy, independence, and confidence. She was potty trained within months, and she loved going to school so much she'd hide at pickup time just to stay longer! Her teachers -- Tina and Samia in year one, and Kahina and Safia this year -- are exceptional. Warm, patient, and truly invested in each child's growth, all the teachers always kept us informed and welcomed every conversation with a smile. The school also provides nutritious meals daily (thank you Liliana and Yessica!), with the weekly menu sent in advance -- something we really appreciated. And the administration, especially Chloé the Director and Zohra the Head Teacher, are always present at drop-off and pickup, making communication seamless and personal. The outdoor environment is just as special -- with gardens, fruit trees, and even chickens! Our daughter sometimes brings home fresh eggs and stories of planting and harvesting. The space is always clean and the parking is just sufficient and stress-free. Huge thanks to the entire ABS team -- from teachers (Safia, Kahina, Tina, Samia, Rama, Liasmine, Hiba, Ceylan) to admin to chefs and grounds staff( Mark & Arturo) -- and especially to Chloé and Coralie, whose leadership and warmth have made ABS a second home for our family. This is more than a school -- it's a joyful, loving, and inspiring place where children truly thrive. ABS is the place you want your child to be~!

We wanted a language immersion program in Oakland for our son and found a wonderful community. He…read morestarted when he was 2 years and will have been there for two years as well as attended the summer camps. We've had an amazing experience at ABS. The teachers are so dedicated and caring and have been truly wonderful throughout our time. I really can't say enough about them! ABS also does an amazing job at bringing parents together through its events and fostering a community around the school. And the school meals...wow! It's bittersweet that our son will be graduating and moving on...but we're so excited that we can still send him to the ABS summer camp and that our daughter will join ABS next year! Thank you Chloé, Zohra, Audrey, Samia, Tina, Liasmine, Rama, Safia, Kahina, and Coralie!

There are not enough words to express how grateful we are for Ms. Amela and Mrs. Sarah (school…read moredirector) Since Lily was 3 years old, you have been so much more than teachers--you have been mentors, cheerleaders, protectors, and a constant source of love and encouragement. Through your patience, guidance, and dedication, you helped shape Lily into the confident, smart, kind, and resilient young girl she is today. You celebrated every milestone, encouraged her through challenges, and always made her feel safe, valued, and loved. As parents, we say goodbye with tears in our eyes but full hearts, knowing she is ready for the big world ahead because of the foundation you helped build. The lessons, confidence, and values you instilled in her will stay with her for years to come. Thank you for loving our girl and helping her become the amazing person she is today. We will forever be grateful for the impact you have had on her life and our family. Tearfully, but knowing she's ready for her next adventure--Lily is signing out. Thank you for everything.

I enrolled my daughter to start at the Montessori school June 2025 right after she turned two. She…read morestarted in Room 4 with Ms. Howida, Ms. Reina and Mr. Martin. She loved all of her room 4 teachers and always talking about school on the way home. After being potty trained a couple of months ago, she is now in Room 1 with Ms. Amela. She loves going to school every day and learning new skills and play with her friends. Despite several issues along the way, I also very appreciate Ms. Sarah, the director of the school. She is very informative and knowledgeable. She always follows up with issues that we raised, follow through and come up with solutions that work for us.

I first met Ana at my friend's child's birthday party. Her and her entire staff were there looking…read moregorgeous and with gifts in hand. They were first to arrive and were so engaged throughout the party. This was my first impression and I thought, "Wow, how committed and truly loving they are to come to their kid's weekend birthday parties and spend their extra money on gifts." When it came time for me to choose a daycare for my daughter, I knew she would be going to Caterpillar Wonderschool. My husband and I toured and agreed that this would be the perfect cozy in-home childcare for our daughter to join. She joined when she was 3 months old and I honestly attribute so much of her success to Ana and her staff's love and thoughtful engagement with her. She has always been on-benchmark for her age/developmental milestones and has blossomed into this incredibly happy person. She plays easily by herself and alongside others, is a curious learner, can share and wait for her turn, and cleans up after herself. She is a great eater - not picky about anything and is using utensils to eat! She has also become a voracious reader! She wants to read when getting her diaper changed, in her carseat, at dinner time, at play time ...at any time really. All of these skills and wants she developed at daycare and I could not be more thankful! It is also worth mentioning that Ana acted as a parent coach and collaborator with me. Whenever I had any questions or observations, she would stay after picking up or hop on a phone call and talk through what strategies we should try together or when the right timing is to make a shift. She was never shy about sharing her opinion and expertise even if I did not have a question and did so in a very gentle, kind, and loving way. Having Ana has made me a better parent. Ana and the Caterpillar Wonderful team are true gems and any children and parents that get to experience their care are so very lucky. I recommend them to everyone I know and look forward to sending any of my future children there as well!

Caterpillar isn't just a daycare--it's become an extension of our family. Finding someone I could…read moretruly trust with my baby felt daunting, especially after a difficult experience with a postpartum night doula. I researched more than a dozen bilingual daycares before choosing Caterpillar, and from the first conversation with Ana, I understood why so many parents spoke highly of it. She and her staff are responsible, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education. They care deeply about each child's development--not just day-to-day care, but the whole picture. I feel safe entrusting my child to them, and my kiddo loves going to school. My daughter started at 11 months and is now heading to preschool. She met her best friend here, loves playing with the other kids and babies, and she's thrived socially, emotionally, and cognitively. The staff have supported us through milestones and challenges, offering observations and guidance that made me feel less alone as a first-time mom. Their insight has been invaluable. Language-wise, the Spanish immersion is the real deal. Even though we don't speak much Spanish at home, my daughter's comprehension is strong--so much so that multiple Spanish-language preschools have commented on it. One even told me: "Most daycares that say they're immersive really aren't. Your daughter clearly got a strong foundation." That's thanks to Caterpillar. Honestly, I think she speaks and understands more Spanish than I do now. We feel so lucky to have found them. After nearly 2 years with them I'd absolutely recommend Caterpillar to any parent looking for a safe, enriching place for their little one.

Mills College Children's School is an absolute gem and a truly transformative environment for…read morechildren and families alike. The teachers and staff are incredibly supportive, creating an inclusive and diverse community where every child and family feels welcomed and valued. Their ability to meet each child where they are--both in terms of needs and abilities--is unmatched. The educators here are first-rate, highly educated, and deeply dedicated to their craft. They foster an environment where children can blossom socially, emotionally, and academically. Every child is seen, supported, and celebrated, which allows them to build confidence and thrive in all aspects of their development. The care and thoughtfulness that go into every interaction and every element of the program are evident. I feel so privileged to have my child--and myself--be part of this extraordinary community. Mills College Children's School is a place where children and families grow together, and I cannot recommend it highly enough!

My son started in the kindergarten class and is now a 5th grader. My daughter started in the blue…read moreroom (if I remember the color correctly!). And so far our experience has great! We really couldn't think of a better school that would nurture them as individuals and build a strong academic foundation. Mills really focuses on building socio-emotional skills. My kids often came home talking about the brain and how they were in their "reptilian brain" and what they could do to get centered. As a parent who is in the education field, I can't tell you how important this is to building skills that will allow them to self-regulate and to understand what's going on internally with them. I'm a high school administrator in a public school and I can tell you that the biggest challenge I see with students that academically struggle is their inability to self-regulate and access the part of their brain where executive skills are at. I'm so glad that both my kids could come here. I know that they have a strong foundation to succeed in middle and high school and beyond! Did I also mention how beautiful the campus is! Teachers take full advantage of this.