Oh my word, the sweetest preschool in Contra Costa County, hands down!!! My daughter absolutely…read moreLOVES this school, and so do I! In our few short months here, my daughter has BLOSSOMED. She was welcomed and loved by her teachers and classmates from the very first minute she was in the classroom. She has been challenged academically, which has been so much fun for her! Along with learning to write full words as well as recognizing and sound out words, my daughter really enjoys learning Spanish as well as kid friendly science experiments she has been doing with her classmates. The classrooms (and teachers) are so engaging and thoughtful, I have never seen so many kids feel so comfortable with their teachers! Every time I've been in the classroom, it is clear that every teacher here works very hard to ensure that your child's time at Celebrations is successful and FUN. Celebration Center is a very friendly, safe, and inviting place to visit. The classrooms are spick n' span clean, with projects made from the children lovingly hung up all around the classroom. The playground alone is enough to make you want to come back, it's so cute! The school goes above and beyond with holiday parties, winter and spring programs the children perform for their families, special visitors in the classroom, family breakfast morning, even parent appreciation week. Once a week the children get to participate in chapel, where they get to sing and dance and learn about Jesus. It will seriously leave you misty eyed from how sweet it is! Another thing that makes this school stand out is that the staff truly wants to encourage all parents to be the very best parent they can to their children. They have a wonderful library full of solid and loving Christian based parenting books. This is a true Christ centered school, with a professional and accountable staff. I will truly miss this school when my daughter graduates, this experience has meant the world to my daughter and our family. Thank you so much, Celebration Center, I am so grateful!!!

As parents, we enrolled our child at Celebration Center because of its Christian foundation and the…read morepromise of a school that partners with families in raising and educating children. The kindergarten year was great. 1st grade, however, well, lets just say, recent events have shown us that this school does not practice what it preaches. Without detailed communication or parental consent, Celebration brought in a guest speaker from Committing to 16 -- someone with no formal training in early childhood education -- to speak to a class of 6-year-olds. Even worse, the speaker contradicted her own organization's message ["Committing to 16 is designed to help prevent mental health issues that come with social media use in kids and teens by avoiding social media usage until 16..." ] by encouraging kids to stay on social media... at six years old! How is that in line with Christian values or healthy child development? C'mon Nurse Kelli - make it sound right. And that's just grazing the top layer of their presentation slides... there's more than social media. How about, vaping, sexual touching? Yeah, that. Even public schools have consents toward subjects spoken on that subject. We're raising our child in a very intentional and supervised way. No sleepovers. No random adults without us present. No unsupervised screen time -- ever. Every minute of his exposure to media is something we explain and walk him through. So, to find out that Celebration assumed all children were on the same path and delivered such content without consent? Completely unacceptable. When my wife addressed the issue in person, she was met with dismissive body language and zero accountability. From what I gathered, they didn't seem to think they did anything wrong -- or perhaps they just labeled us as "overprotective parents." Let me be clear: We may be the first to speak up, but we are not alone. Other parents we've talked to were equally outraged. To top it off, our child has mentioned they often watch YouTube in class. If that's what we're paying thousands a year for, we could have stayed home and done that ourselves -- for free. Celebration Center claims to partner with parents, but in our experience, they make major decisions without transparency and then stand by them without reflection. We no longer trust the school's judgment, and we certainly don't feel they prioritize the well-being or innocence of the children in their care. If you're a parent looking for a school that truly respects and collaborates with families, think twice before enrolling here. They might say the right things, but their actions tell a different story.

I can't recommend Sunshine House Oakley enough. My son has been there since he was 2.5 and is now…read moregraduating into kindergarten, and throughout that entire time, the staff has consistently shown him so much love, patience, and care. They truly take the time to understand each child individually and support them through every stage--from the toddler years through becoming more expressive and independent. As a parent, I've always felt completely confident and at ease leaving my child in their care, which means everything. The kindness and support they've shown not only to my son but also to me as a parent has made a lasting impact. This is a place where children are genuinely nurtured, and it shows every day.

Such an excellent place for children the staff is amazing and all very tentative and caring for the…read morekids. The location is always very clean and tidy. Definitely a place to look at if you need child care or preschool

Little Wonders Pre-School is incredible on every level. My son has learned so many great things…read morehere along with great friends. Ms. Nanette's ideas are so engaging and fun. I feel my son is kindergarten ready, and we would not be able to do it without Ms. Nanette. Such a great program.

I wish there was a million star rating available but it still may not do justice to how amazing…read moreLittle Wonders Preschool is. I have had my fair share of experiences with preschools with both of my daughters and we were so lucky to have found Ms. Nanette and Little Wonders Preschool. Nanette possess a true passion for children, making learning fun and positive social development. She brings out the best in children (and parents) taking the time to know each child's personality an style an really encouraging and supporting their individually, strengths and weakness and making Little Wonders a positive and safe place to grow, learn and be creative. What was even more impressive was when my daughter started Kindergarten and the fact that she was already ahead of the curriculum was amazing. It really showed how much she advanced due to being at Little Wonders....sight words, basic math, problem solving and science... I highly recommend Little Wonders Preschool!

Absolutely Exceptional - More Than Just a School…read more Year after year, this Montessori school continues to amaze our family. It is rare to find a place that balances rigorous academic excellence with such a genuine focus on character development and respect. We have watched our youngest (now 4) blossom here over the last two years. The growth in his education level is nothing short of outstanding--he is learning concepts I wouldn't have expected at his age, yet he is doing it with joy and curiosity. But beyond the academics, what impresses me most is the school's commitment to constantly bringing in new activities and enhancing the learning environment. They never settle; they are always finding ways to be better. A few amazing days of the year for you and the family: All the Holidays - The school ensures we celebrate holidays from across all cultures and life. Fathers' Night: An amazing way to connect their children with their fathers. One of the best moments I look forward to every year. I Mother Tea Time: Another amazing experience for the children to spend some quality academic and fun time with their moms. This standard of excellence isn't limited to just one teacher; it is consistent across the board. Every staff member, at every level, cares deeply about these children. If you are looking for a place that will truly invest in your child's future, this is it. We couldn't be happier.

Absolutely amazing school. Staff is very engaging, supportive and great with the students. My son…read morehas advanced so much in their program and we look forward to another year!

My daughter has attended Kiddie Academy of Oakley for 2 years now. I've watched my daughter grow…read moreand become more independent. I love the separated class rooms by the age group. I love all the family events. I also enjoy the teachers and director Ms. Abi. My daughter is now starting the PreK class room which I am excited to see how much more she learns. I would recommend this school to anyone but especially if you want teachers who are passionate and patient.

My 2-year-old previously attended Kiddie Academy, and unfortunately our experience was deeply…read moredisappointing and emotionally distressing. From the beginning, I received daily phone calls about my child's behavior. Instead of partnering with us or offering constructive support, the communication felt negative, with my child repeatedly being labeled as "bad." At just 2 years old, this was extremely concerning. What ultimately crossed the line was when the center contacted my child's father and informed us that our child was not welcome to return due to his behavior, without attempting a collaborative plan or meaningful intervention. To make matters worse, my child once came home with a chipped front tooth. When I asked what had happened, I was told they would get back to me. The response I eventually received was simply that "he falls a lot," with no incident report or clear explanation. As a parent, this was unacceptable. After leaving Kiddie Academy, we enrolled our child elsewhere, where he immediately began thriving. That center provided exactly what he needed patience, structure, and understanding and even recommended a smaller childcare setting, which made a world of difference. This confirmed that the issue was not my child, but the environment. I cannot fully express the emotional toll this placement took on me as a mother. I struggled to focus at work and was constantly worried about my child's well-being while he was in their care. I strongly encourage parents to ask detailed questions about how behavioral concerns and injuries are handled, and how communication with families is prioritized, before enrolling their children here. If i could rate no starts i would.

Ms. Shannon's preschool was by far the best preschool experience we've ever had. Two of our boys…read morehave been to 4 different preschools and we were never happy. My 4 year old ADORED Ms. Shannon, her assistants, and the school. We highly recommend Kids Corner!

As a Kindergarten teacher, I know the importance of a quality preschool program. My son has been…read morein a full time daycare setting since he was 11 months, and while he was learning many academics with his care provider, I wanted more. For me, it's not about how much academics a child knows entering into kindergarten, but their ability to function in a school setting. Miss Shanon provides excellent kindergarten readiness in a true, classroom setting. My son is being exposed to a wide variety of learning opportunities in a developmentally appropriate classroom setting. He understands what it means to go to school, and that school is where we go to learn (as opposed to nap and all other things daycare related ). He is learning how to follow instructions, how to follow a schedule, how to sit on the rug, and how to interact with his peers. From a teacher perspective, Miss Shanon is phenomenal. She is organized, professional, loving, knowledgeable, calm, approachable, the list goes on. She uses the open court curriculum, and I am impressed with how much my son knows. He is a young 3 year old, and knows his letters and sounds. He has excellent number sense. Every week, he is engaged in meaningful crafts, writing activities, and hands on activities. He sings songs and retells stories. I am always impressed with how much he is learning, and how happy he is. Miss Shanon organizes field trips and other fun events for the kids. Kids corner has far exceeded our expectations, and we look forward to many more experiences.

We love Ms. Karen and Ms Joey. I've sent both my kids here and am so thankful to have found a…read morepreschool they I feel like enriches my kids lives and also that I feel safe having them there.

I absolutely LOVE this school! Ms.Karen is awesome and my son loves her with out a doubt…read more I have seen my son absorb so much knowledge in such a small amount of time. I was very impressed with her. The field trips she plans are fun too! All my kids will definitely be attending her school.

My son loves his time with The Wildflower Patch Daycare! With age appropriate activities, and the…read moreencouragement to learn through guided play, this daycare is a step above the rest. I don't trust many people with my child, but I know when he is spending time here, he is getting the same love and attention he would at home. Some of my son's favorite activities at The Wildflower Patch Daycare include sensory play, imaginative play, and reading with Ms Leah!

We love Leah! She's is the best. So patient, caring, and so great at picking engaging activities…read morefor the kids. She has great hours for parents that commute. She has a great set up for babies, toddlers, and big kids. She also does field trips to the park, Big Break, etc. She makes great meals and snacks that are colorful and tasty. We have been with her for over 6 months and have a 1 yr old and 3.5 year old. She texts pics almost everyday. My kids always seem happy when they talk about Leah's home. My 3 yr old was in a daycare center prior to Leah's for about a month and she cried EVERY day when I dropped her off and would say no one talked to her all day long. Day 2 at Leah's and no tears. She said Leah's is fun and everyone talks to her (which my child talks a lot and loves to engage in conversation) so this was a great fit. She also loves her friends and all the 3-4 year olds seem to get along pretty well!

We have had our son in Love for Learning for the second year in a row. My son absolutely loves it…read more(after a previous bad experience with a school)! He comes home happy, talkative and in a great mood. The teachers here are so sweet and Ms. Rachel is an amazing director. Our other son will be starting next year and I wish both of my boys could go to this school forever!!!

This review is long overdue!!! L4L is The best in town!!!! They treat my daughter like their own…read more The teachers are all beyond amazing and so loving. My daughter loves her school and her teachers so much, she always comes home telling me how much she enjoys being at school. My little guy is already on the waitlist, I wish they also had a elementary school! It's that amazing! I love L4L and all the amazing teachers.

Had two kids go through this program, and let me tell you, the learning experience was an amazing…read moreexperience for both my children. From fun activities like water play during the Summer on Fridays to cute little project's the kids make for us parents, this place has it all. The amount of love the staff showed my kids on both their good days and bad days was nothing short of remarkable. My newborn will absolutely be attending when old enough!

Absolutely love this center. I'm a first time mom who was looking for a clean, safe and fun…read moreenvironment for my baby. He joined the infant room and has loved it since the day he started. He is all smiles when we get to school and he loves his teacher. We are greeted with wonderful energy every morning. I really appreciate the teachers being so warm and welcoming. I also love the app. It provides me with updates and pictures throughout the day so I am able to see how my baby is doing. Definitely a wonderful center to send your little ones.