There aren't enough ways or words to express how thankful I am for Kawai Kids. My son just started this August and I was so nervous about the new transition. His first day came and all my worries went away immediately. The way my son walked right in and was welcomed with such warm smiles and hugs made my mama heart explode with happiness. I knew he was going to be okay. Knowing that my son is in great hands with such caring staff is exactly what puts my mind at ease. I appreciate all the ways that they encourage my very picky eater to at least try new foods and celebrate all his wins! Forever thankful to Kawai Kids! read more

Our older son previously attended this daycare, and as soon as we found out I was pregnant, we knew without hesitation that we wanted to come back, so we immediately put ourselves on the waitlist. Leaving our 18 months old was incredibly nerve-wracking, However, from the very beginning, Kawaii Kids went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and supported. The staff is exceptionally caring, patient, and attentive, and it was clear how much they genuinely love and care for the children. They took the time to communicate with us, answer our questions, and reassure us every step of the way. We highly recommend them to any parent looking for a trustworthy, loving, and high-quality daycare. read more

We have been sending my daughter who is almost 2 to kawai kids for some time now. The staff and director are all super nice. They serve breakfast, AM snack, lunch and PM snack and the menu changes weekly. I always hear my picky eater daughter eats a lot and very well there.(seems like she has issues with the food at home tho..lol) My daughter has some food sensitivity that affects her eczema, and we have been packing her replacement food and snack. And they are super accommodating and make sure that she eats those stuff I packed instead of the stuff she is sensitive to. When we have any questions they respond very quickly as well. They also have lots of crafting activities and it was so nice to see my daughter bring back the items she crafted.(I love her tiny hand prints:3) Anyways they are awesome! read more

Kawai Kids - Activity calendar. Lots of fun activities! - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - Montebello, California

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My husband and I have visited several daycares in the SGV / 626 areas. We settled with Kawai Kids for multiple reasons. First, the price is extremely reasonable. Second, we were nervous to put our 2 years old daughter in daycare since she has been home with me. The staff were so informative, gentle, patience and made sure the transition was smooth. Third, Ms. Nancy is very accommodating and helpful. We received text messages, pictures and just a sense of assurance that our daughter is well taken care of. What we loved about Kawai the most are the activities they have for the kids. Just to name a few, the walking field trips to near by Amy's Bakery, the foam / bubble party, the morning circle time, the smartypant storytime. Kawai also offers a well rounded curriculum which includes outdoor & indoor play, arts activities, reading and writing, dance, and morning balance / stretch/ coordination exercises. Overall, we are grateful for the staff that creates a wonderful environment for growth and development . We would recommend Kawai to anyone searching for a place for their kids. read more

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I found out about Kawai Kids from my gf whose daughter is now an alumni. Funny enough, the way I announced my pregnancy to her was jokingly asking if I could take her daughter's daycare spot once she graduated. My gf had nothing but great things to say about the Kawai Kids program and staff and I 1000% agree! Our daughter was 18 months when she started and now she's 3.5! We live in West Los Angeles and travel over 20 miles each way for Kawai Kids. 405, 10, 60...YES, they are worth every single minute in traffic! The staff here truly care about the well-being and continued growth and development of your child. There are weekly meal schedules and monthly activity calendars posted, along with occasional pictures/videos and conversations with staff at drop off and pick up that keep you in the know. Knowing that my daughter loves her teachers and friends, that she is safe and well cared for at Kawai Kids has helped our family in tremendous ways: establishing a routine for our family, the social development for my daughter, and helping us transition back to work as first time parents to name a few. We truly hit the jackpot with Kawai Kids and are grateful everyday for their dedicated staff (we love you guys!) and program. read more

If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Wow! Kawai Kids has been such an amazing daycare for my daughter. It's much more than a daycare, she learned so much in such a short time there. We enrolled our daughter to prepare her for TK to make the transition easier on her and they prepared her so well! She absolutely loved all the staff and her friends there. They keep the kids busy like walking trips, foam parties, picnic time, coloring and so much more! My daughter had a folder she'd work on with different schoolwork pages tailored to her age. The teachers were so kind and communicated well. Our daughter had a couple of rough drop offs but they handled it so well we knew she was being taken care of, she would come home talking about how great of a time she had! I wish we would have enrolled her much earlier but we still had a great experience overall. read more

I cannot find enough words to express my gratitude to Kawai kids staff. My son has been enrolled for almost three years. The teachers are attentive, patient, loving and genuinely care about each child's individual needs. Every child is different and some may need a little extra guidance, this is the case with my son. He has had some challenges. Miss Nancy is very understanding and supportive, she helped us work through some of the issues. My child has made significant progress with the help of the teachers. He has made great friends and talks about them at home. The facility is bright, clean and well- organized with great outdoor/ indoor leaning and play areas. I love seeing updates and posts of the activities the children engage in. They go on nature walks and learn about flowers and trees etc. Children learn art, music, yoga and other activities. They make sure everyone participates. Daycare provides nutritious meals and snacks. What I love the most about Kawai kids is the sense of family. The teachers are incredibly nurturing and keep you updated on the progress of your child. Miss Nancy communicates effectively and listens to parents' concerns. If you want peace of mind and the best learning environment for your child, I highly recommend Kawai Kids. This daycare will prepare kids for school, making them confident and knowledgeable. Kawai kids is the best decision I made for my son. read more

Our daughter has been attending Kawai Kids from summer 2022 and will be graduating in summer of 2025. Our older daughter went to daycare from 12 weeks old but COVID changed all plans for our younger daughter. Kawai Kids was the first place she went to outside of home and she only spoke 1-2 syllables in Japanese. Ms. Nancy and her staff embraced her with such warmth and even learned about her favorite Japanese character - Anpanman. It warmed us to see her come home w pages of hand drawn Anpanmans that we know she requested. Now she is getting ready to graduate and can write her name, read sight words, and ready for TK. She has grown so confident during her time at Kawai Kids and we feel so fortunate to have the staff there as part of our village. We will miss everyone but look forward to our visits! read more

My grandson has attended Kawai Kids for three years. I appreciate the high quality care they given him. The teachers are really patient and attentive to the children. My daughter is able to go to work and have peace of mind knowing that her son in the best hands. When I drop him off he is very enthusiastic about seeing his friends and teachers. There have been no issues with this daycare center, great place for kids. read more

Kawai kids has been such a special place to our family. My older daughter was there from age 2-4 and my younger daughter is finishing up her first year there. I love the calendar they put out every month with fun activities and birthday celebrations. They even have special guests that come: librarian, reptile lady, police officer. They also have weekly menus posted. This really helps when I ask my daughters about their day and helps me connect with them. I have a lot of special memories with trick or treating, the Christmas program, and the preschool culmination that they organize. You can tell how hard they work to provide such a wonderful experience for the kids and memorable moments for the parents. But of course, most importantly, the teachers at Kawai are amazing. They are so consistent and they build such caring relationships with the kids. My first daughter kept changing her favorite teacher through out the year because she loved them all. My second daughter struggles a little more socially. However, she knows all her classmates names and calls them all her friends. This is a testament to the nurturing environment and culture they build there. I am so grateful for the level of care my daughters have received and the incredible start to their education. I feel at ease when I drop them off; knowing my kids are in good hands is such a blessing. read more

Thank you for your dedication to childcare, for doing an exceptional job, and for supporting first responder families. Your efforts make a meaningful difference in our lives and communities! read more

We have been taking our child to Kawai for years and it has been a fantastic experience. Our child has learned to write there, has learned great social skills, and is well cared for by a really super group of teachers. They feed the kids 4 times a day with nutritious meals- my kid is super open to trying new foods and I think the exposure at Kawai is a big part. If you are looking for a safe and loving place for your child to learn and grow, I highly recommend. read more

As a parent, you always want what's best for your kids and even more so when you're looking for the right daycare. I was always so anxious to leave my son with anyone aside from myself or my husband. I was always worried about whether he would be taken care of, will he be safe, will he be happy? All of my concerns were eased and when we found Kawai Kids. The care and attention that the teachers give to each child is exceptional. They truly care about all the kids and they treat them as if they were their own children. I could not ask for a better daycare or better teachers. Since coming to Kawai Kids, my son has advanced and learned so much. He has learned his alphabets, numbers, colors, shapes, etc. all before he turned 3 years old! He comes home so happy and he has met so many new friends at school. He is thriving and developing, and most importantly, he is so happy to be at Kawai Kids. We recently had our baby girl, and you'd better believe that Baby girl will also be attending Kawai Kids with her big brother! I am so thankful to have found such a great daycare, so if you're wondering whether you should enroll your child here, think and look no further - this is it. They are the golden ticket and have set the standard for what a daycare should be. Thank you Ms. Nancy and all the other teachers for everything that you do! We appreciate you all so much! read more

When it comes to your kids, you want the best for them. Their safety and education are very important and you want to make sure they're in the best care possible. Kawai Kids is where you want your kids to be. They are just so amazing and we are so lucky that our kid (and hopefully soon our next kid) is here. We couldn't ask for a better daycare. Miss Nancy is the Director at Kawai Kids and she is just so sweet. She is very informative and keeps you posted on how your child is doing. When we first sent our daughter to daycare, we were so nervous. We didn't know how our then 20 month old would do. Nancy sent us text messages with updates and pictures and clearly, our daughter was having a blast. All the teachers (Miss Nancy, Miss Andrea, Miss Xley, Miss Kassy, and Mr. Mike) are so good with our daughter. You can really see how much they care for her and how much our daughter loves them. When we drop off, our daughter is so happy to see them and when we pick up, she always gives them hugs. Kids don't do that if they don't like the person. It really is comforting to know that your child feels safe and loved. Nancy keeps the parents in the loop of everything that is going on. We get the entire month calendar sent to us in advance so we know what major activities they will be doing. So, if they're painting, you know not to dress your kid in something nice. If they have a fitness day, you know to dress your kid in comfortable clothes. They also go on little nature hikes and field trips for lunch. They do all this orderly with one of those circle ropes where the kids hold on. They have plenty of outside play time; do lots of reading together; learn letters, numbers, and shapes; do planting activities; do cool science experiments; have occasional fire/earthquake drills; have computer days; and much more. They celebrate every kid's birthday and you have the option to come and bring cake and lunch for the party. They also have an Instagram page where they will occasionally post Instastories so you get a glimpse of how your kid is doing. Its always a nice surprise when I see my daughter on it. When you visit, don't be surprised. It is in a house and not a huge daycare facility, but I personally think that's the charm and plus of Kawai Kids. You're not just sending your precious kid to a huge institution; you're sending your kid to a cozy place that will have the ability to take special care of your child. They feed the children breakfast, lunch, and two snacks. They follow some US approved guide/list of foods (forget the name) so you know your kid is eating healthy stuff. They always have nap time and will work with your kid if he/she is not a napper. Our daughter is generally a good napper, but we were worried how she would nap in a different environment. She did just fine. Their price is very good. You pay biweekly whatever amount depending on how often your child goes. There are a couple other initial fees, which is normal for a daycare. As of early 2018, there is a $80 enrollment fee, a $12 fee for their school shirt (which they wear for field trips and picture day), and a $300 refundable deposit. Oh and they accept various forms of payment including Venmo, which makes it so convenient for working parents. Overall, I cannot say enough good things about Kawai Kids. Honestly, our kids don't actually have to go to daycare because we are blessed with grandparents who can watch them. We, however, wanted our girls to go to daycare because we we want them to start getting used to going to school, being around other kids, and following instructions from teachers. We were on the wait list for a long time with our first daughter and when a 1 day/week slot opened, we grabbed it. It then went up to 2 days/week and soon we'll be at 3 days/week. Our 2nd daughter is still on the wait list, so if you want your kid here, make sure you get on the wait list early on. Its totally worth it. I am just so thankful to Kawai Kids for taking care of our daughter, keeping her safe, and educating her. Most of all, I am thankful for the love they show her. read more

Kawai Kids has been instrumental in the development and overall positive wellbeing of my child. They go far beyond the normal "Day Care" - striving to install in each child a sense of pride and accomplishment in their day to day activities. Miss Nancy is an exceptionally kind soul who devotes so much time and effort to each child. She cultivates an overall sense of well-being, something that most places can only hope to accomplish. Her staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The facility is clean and provides the optimal environment for one's child to be nurtured. My daughter has experienced a wealth of growth since attending. Kawai Kid's stimulating curriculum has accelerated her communication and problem solving skills. She is social and happy - what more can a mother ask for?! Choosing a Day Care can be daunting. Look no further. read more

I stopped by for a quick tour of the facility, and to be honest I was very impressed with what I saw, most of all I was so impressed with the structure and organization that they have, so of course I signed up for the waiting list, I hope I can get a spot soon read more

There are so many great things to say about Kawai Kids daycare and the staff that this review could be 2 pages long. But I realize that as parents, choosing a daycare is one of the most important things to do for our children because we want to make sure they are cared for properly, safely and at the same time, have the opportunity to learn and bond with other kids. So here are my bullet points to why this place is so great and I couldn't be happier. 1. Learning - Within his first week of going to daycare, I was so shocked at how much more he was speaking. As much as I would like to give myself credit for his great vocabulary now, I know that they do a great job at making learning fun. They sing every day. The do their counting in english and spanish, and he knows all his letters by site. 2. Eating - My son would not eat his food. Even now, he really fights eating anything of substance. Meaning, he won't eat veggies, meats, some fruits etc. But everyday, they work with him and make sure he eats all his food (which includes his veggies and fruits) and give him that extra push he needs to eat all his food. I almost prefer he eats there because then I know for sure he's eating something healthy! 3. Napping - My son would refuse to nap with anyone expect me. (Wont even nap with dad) but they worked with him patiently for almost 2 weeks until he broke that habit and was able to nap on his own. Now he's one of the best nappers there. 4. Socializing - He's made such a great group of friends there. He goes home talking about them and looks forward to seeing them the next day. 5. Teachers - They are so kind and patient with the kids. They genuinely are thrilled to see every kid that comes in and really make it a point to not only teach them things like letters, shapes and counting, they also really try to teach the kids good manners, treating others with respect, sharing and love. I highly recommend. read more

Kawai kids is amazing. Nancy and the teachers are great with the children. My son will be going on a year here and we haven't had any issues or concerns about him attending this day care. Baby boy is 2 and they have helped him with learning Spanish and English. I highly recommend getting on the waitlist if you're even considering it because it will be awhile! This day care is high in demands and now we know why! read more

Before going to Kawai our daughter had trouble adjusting to any day care we put her in. After 5 days of attending Kawai Kids Day Care she seems happy and is interacting with the other children. Nancy and her team went over and above to send us texts and pictures documenting her improvement each day. We couldn't be happier with the quality of care they are providing our daughter. Also, we noticed there is no television at the day care, so we are confident that our darling does not spend most of her day watching TV, rather is busy with day activities and interacting with other kids. If you want your child to develop mentally, socially, physically, and emotionally, send her to Kawai. Although there is a waiting list, we highly recommend this daycare and are thankful we can go to work with the peace and security that our child is well taken care of. read more

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This is a long over due review but hopefully it will help other parents understand how great Kawai Kids Day Care (KKDC) is. My two sons are now in elementary school but were cared for by KKDC from 18 months old to five years old. Enrolling them in KKDC was the best thing two hard working parents could have done. My wife had done the research and set the initial appointment with KKDC, but we had no idea the day care was on a residential property. So I was skeptical when we arrived to the address for our appointment. During that period, we had visited numerous day cares on commercial properties with lots of bells and whistles. The issue that turned me off from every other day care is the staff. They were all very nice but seemed to lack control, patience and overall seemed exhausted. It looked like the staff was there mostly to collect a pay check. With KKDC, I saw from day one that the staff loves what they do and are motivated to teach. They had a genuine care for my boys and their development, and could match my boys' energy. There was a little bit of turn over in staff over the 5 years my boys attended and although it was disappointing to see good people move on, Nancy Kawai seems to have a good read on people, as new staff members were just as great. My boys learned a lot at KKDC which has set them up to excel in their elementary school. read more

Our daughter has been with Kawai Kids since 10 months old. Nancy and her staff are amazing and our now 2 year old has developed tremendously. They provide a loving and caring social environment that helps the kids grow. Highly recommend Kawai Kids if your looking for high quality childcare. read more

We have been with Kawai Kids since our son was 16 months old. He is now 4 years old. Ms. Nancy and the teachers at Kawai Kids are amazing. In the 3 1/2 years that he has been at Kawai Kids he has grown so much, it's where he learned talk, to write, and now to read. There is a monthly calendar so you know exactly what your child will be doing on a given day and the activities are great...music day, computer day, water day in the summertime, Arts & Crafts, & audio book day just to name a few. Learning is fun at Kawai Kids and the teachers are patient and supportive! Another reason I love Kawai Kids is he has made awesome friends. His "best friends" have been there with him since for as long as he can remember. Kawai Kids isn't just a day care, it's a family. The teachers truly care for all of the kids and the parent participation is great. In his previous day care, I never had the chance to interact with any of the other parents but at Kawai Kids parent participation in field trips and holiday activities/parties is encouraged. Our family loves Kawai Kids and I would recommend Kawai Kids Day Care in a heartbeat. Thank you Kawai Kids for all you have done and continue to do for us!! read more

Kawai Kids - Learning to read and write. - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - Montebello, California

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This is an AMAZING DayCare!!! It was so hard to leave my 13 month old with anyone....but they kept me informed and made the transition not only easy for my son, but me as well! There are not enough words to describe the peace of mind and ease I feel when dropping my son off. I see my son developing great habits and I am excited to send my 3 month old here once he can walk. My son is thriving and I know they are going to play an important part in his development. Ms. Nancy keeps me informed and is always so sweet in person and through text! I highly recommend if you need childcare to see if they have space for your little one!! All the teachers are really great and I can see it when my son runs to go play with them they have activities daily and keep your kids busy with playtime focused on educational activities. They promote healthy eating and even though my son transitioned very easily, I've have seen their caring and compassion with those kids who have a tougher time! So glad I found this daycare through a family recommendation!!!! Thanks for all you do Kawai Kids read more

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We got our son (19mo) enrolled in April after being on the waiting list for sometime. But it was well worth the wait. Kawai kids has an amazing staff who are well trained and provide so much love and care to the kids. They are very organized and clean which was very important to my wife and I. Their programs fit all ages from infant to preK and we couldn't be happier with the progress our son had made in the last 3 months. Give them a call get a tour and add your child's name to their waiting list. read more

When my daughter was 2, we were looking to put her in day care a couple days a week. Ms. Nancy of Kawai day care came highly recommended from a good friend, but even then I had my trepidation about the kind of care and attention my daughter would receive. You always read/hear terrible stories of poor care or neglected children. So on our initial visit, we met with Nancy and she showed us around the facility and gave us a run down on what goes on during the day in terms of activities, meals and nap time. I had some personal concerns about things and she addressed them without hesitation. What I liked is they have a transparent type of care. Meaning.. she'll allow surprise visits, except during lunch and nap time just to check up on your child. She's also very responsive if I want to know how my daughter is doing, I can shoot her a quick text. So that's a plus! As a father that works in law enforcement, I'm very cautious where I leave my kids aside from family, but after her first day there. I was put at complete ease. I love how Nancy and her staff responds and interact with the children. I see how they sincerely care for the kids. She encourages the kids to play nicely and to be respectful with each other. They learn new things and occasionally take field trips. My daughter had a hard time getting potty trained and they were very patient with her through the process. Just recently they threw her a no more diaper party. It was a big deal for my daughter. It made her feel special! I also look forward to picking my daughter from daycare and every time I ask her, "Did you have a good day?" and she always responds with... "I had a good day, daddy!" There's so many good things I can say about Nancy and her day care, but seeing is believing. I feel absolutely comfortable leaving my child in their care. It's been almost 5 months of good care. Thanks Kawai! =) read more

Kawai kids is exceptional! Several of my close friends kids attended and now my younger son goes here part time. I love how Ms Nancy truly cares about the kids and carries my son when I drop him off so he doesn't get sad when I leave. It's the little things! He is one of the younger students but he still participates in the activities with the older kids and comes home talking more, saying more animals names and trying to sing the songs he learns there. The field trips they go on are so cute and all the parents are always invited. I feel at ease when my son is there. It's so hard to find a good daycare that is also reasonably priced. Highly recommend Kawai Kids! read more

Our first son has been with Kawai Kids since he was 18 months old (he is 4 years old now) and his little brother joined him when he was almost two. It's been such a great experience having my two boys there! I've always felt confident in the care they provide and always feel at ease when dropping them off. Mrs. Nancy and her staff are such loving people, they treat each kid as if they were their own. I 100% recommend Kawai Kids Day Care! read more