The best pre-school ever! The teachers are incredible Cannot recommend Kirk House enough.

There aren't enough descriptive words to say how incredible this preschool is. My youngest of 5 was the only one that got to go here and I'm sad that my other kids missed out, if only I had known how amazing this school was sooner. My son met his best friend the first day, 4 years ago, and they still hang out together! Every week they have a theme and discover so many cool aspects of life. For Christmas, the class adopted a preschool class in Peru and we were able to buy them a farm that would sustain their families for years. We got updates on how many animals, eggs, babies, and it was such a wonderful learning experience. I truly believe this preschool impacted my sons life and how he learns Thank you to all the teachers(Ms. Ruth was his fav)! read more

Our family has been so blessed to have all three of our kids go through Kirk House Preschool, with each one having wonderful memories of the time spent there. Our youngest is there now, and despite his shy demeanor, says he LOVES school, each of his teachers, his friends, and all of the fun activities he gets to enjoy each day. He has blossomed and matured so much in the past year he's been at KHP, and we know it's because of the incredibly dedicated teachers who cheerfully greet him each day; comfort and encourage him when he's scared; gently redirect him when he's wiggly or forgets the rules; and love on him unconditionally. I'm always amazed at the variety of activities, crafts, and experiences the teachers have set up each day for the kids. No two days are alike, providing the students with a breadth of experiences in art, music, and activity. The personalized care each student receives is apparent as well, with teachers offering hugs, hands to hold, and loving encouragement for those who are on the more shy side, and gentle redirection for those who are still learning to follow the rules. Overall, I wholeheartedly recommend Kirk House Preschool if you're looking for a play-based preschool where your child will be encouraged, graciously allowed to grow at his or her own pace, and loved on unconditionally. It is a wonderful introduction to organized education for your 3- or 4-year-old, and it will nurture a love of learning that will grow with your child into elementary school. read more

We've sent all three of our children to Kirk House, and my youngest daughter is finishing her final year. We couldn't have picked a better school to share the last 4+ years of our lives with. Our children love everything about this school from the amazing and caring teachers, the variety of daily options that help them develop (all in a fun an play based way), the social and emotional learning, and the kind families we see at drop off and pickup. My twins love to return and visit, and I know we'll all be sad when this year ends. We're all so grateful for our time at Kirk House. We did a ton of research in the area, and while there are many great options, I can with 100% confidence say we choose correctly for our family. read more

Kirk House has been great for my son. He has gained confidence, made friends and wakes up every morning excited to go to preschool. Teachers are caring and kind. read more

This is my son's second year at Kirk House, and as first-time preK parents, we are so grateful his first formal educational experience is in the KH staff's loving and capable hands (a fellow parent calls them "fairy godmothers"). The rooms are thoughtfully designed with a variety of intentional activities and stations set up. Each week has a theme, and my son brings home a gallery of corresponding art and projects every day. The staff is so warm and responsive, and they care about the children's character development. They help my more reserved and risk-averse son feel safe and comfortable to try new things. They've seen everything under the sun for kids this age, so it's easy to entrust my child to them. My son is also learning to write under their direction, which is amazing to see because I haven't been teaching him. The tuition is more affordable than similar preschools in the area, and they take COVID precautions seriously. I've toured several different preschools this year for my younger sons because KH doesn't take 2 year olds, and my experiences with those facilities reaffirm that Kirk House is a special place for kids to thrive! read more

My son goes here and I have been so insanely impressed. The teachers are amazing and really build the children up. When we walk in they say hi to my son by name and make him feel so special. They do so many fun activities and truly make it such a magical place for the children. Can't say enough good things about the teachers and staff and the way they teach!!! On top of that my son has learned how to write and his handwriting is so good. I have kirkhouse to thank for that! We love it! read more

Our daughter has been attending Kirk House this year and it has been a great experience. The teachers are wonderful and truly care for each child individually. Much is done to monitor the progress/kindergarten readiness of each child throughout the year. Our daughter has made great strides and I know it is thanks to Kirk House. read more

We were fortunate to have been part of the Kirk House community for six years. Not only did my children thrive at Kirk House, but my husband and I reaped the benefits of the program as well. The children are guided by teachers who are warm, compassionate and full of joy but also clearly very experienced and knowledgeable in their field. The facility is top-notch with beautiful indoor and outdoor space that is bright, open, and carefully designed. As parents, we learned so much about how to relate to our children during this unique developmental stage. As a family, we formed bonds with the wonderful community at Kirk House and, ultimately, with Menlo Park Presbyterian Church. This may sound dramatic, but if it weren't for our opportunity to be a part of Kirk House, we would be very different parents on a very different life journey. Kirk House Preschool feels like a magical place for parents and children, but that's only because of the very real passion, skills, knowledge and commitment the staff have built into their program. read more

This is our second year at KH and we still love it. The activities are awesome and my child surprises me everyday with what she is learning. The kind and informative staff are fabulous. Kirk House is real asset to the local Community! read more

Kirk House Preschool has been my 1st choice for my 2 kids. I have been impressed by the well-kept campus, variety of activities with designated rooms and the dedication of staffs. My son graduated to kindergarden last year with many positive memories and my 3-year-old girl is one of current happy students. My children love attending the Kirk House, a play-based learning environment. It affirms me that Kirk House is the right place for their young years. People make a place special and unique, the KH team there are genuinely caring professional women who are also moms/grandmas who take their work as a gifted calling rather than a mere vocation. Please check it out for yourselves. Even if you don't know about God, you & your kids will get to experience the love & living presence of God when you step into the Kirk House preschool. My kids learn how much God loves them through their time there with engaging staffs (& creative puppy shows by the talented director/teacher Ms. Carol). It takes a heart community to raise future healthy responsible joyful adults, and Kirk House preschool is that precious community. My kids and I only wish they offered 5-day-a-week classes because they love going there to learn, to play, to socialize with other kids (from wonderful families) and adults that much! read more

Teachers are great. My daughter loves going to school and she just doesn't want to leave.

We just started another year at Kirk House Preschool and we are loving it! I'm so happy to drop my kiddo off at such a loving, enriching, supportive environment! Can't wait until my son can go there next year! read more

My daughter has attended Kirk House Preschool since summer program 2011. When she started to attend to it, her first language was not English( still now cuz we are all Japanese) and she was in the middle of potty training My daughter had history to have strong separation anxiety until 3 yo.... we quit co-op preschool due to her separation anxiety when she was 2 1/2 yo. On summer of 2011 I had sciatica and herniated disks so I needed to make time to go to see a doctor and go to physical therapy. I was so worry about her but I had no choice cuz there is no family to care for her here. It was so impressed to me that my daughter enjoyed Kirk House Preschool, especially she loved every teacheres so much and she had no tears at all. I felt thanked so much to them. All teachers are awesome , patient and kind..... they take care of her so well and they ask my question everytime when I feel trouble my parenting. Moms are so nice and kids are so cute, too. My daughter is so active and has lively curiosity ...... and she is very playful. It is so good for her to have play-based activity, place where she can go to inside and outside freely and have small group experience to follow teacher ( I think both are important experience to learn free and obedient experience ) We love Kirk House Preschool so much and are looking forward to attending to it next fall ! read more

This is an amazing preschool with phenomenal teachers. Absolutely wonderful, wonderful people. They are kind and caring and invested in each child's well-being. My daughter loves this place and loves all her teachers. I'm so thankful that I have this place to send my kids! read more

I'm just going to put it out there...I'm pretty picky and Kirkhouse has gone ABOVE AND BEYOND my expectations. As I was looking for a place for my son, I specifically wanted to find somewhere that would recognize the individualized differences in each child, facilitate social and emotional development, and provide a play-based approach that allowed the kids to follow their interests, and Kirkhouse has provided it all!. Additionally, I feel like Carol, Denny, and the rest of the staff have really made an effort to make the parents feel like they are a part of their family. THANK YOU! read more

We love Kirk House! Our son came here for two years and he loved every minute of it, The teachers are warm and caring, and the crack administration is right on top of things if you are like me and need reminders about school holidays and events, etc. Plus, even though I am not "religious", I find that their gentle Christian lessons and topics are not over the top, and teach my son about treating other people and the environment with respect, which is relevant no matter what your background. We have a young daughter who I will also enroll when the time comes, and I know she will benefit from the same teacher commitment that my son has enjoyed these past couple of years. Well done Kirkhouse! read more

Where to begin? My son attended an amazing preschool in another state, so the bar had been set very high for the "preschool experience". Kirk House has exceeded those expectations! My daughter receives the best care, love and guidance that I could ask for. She has been taught in a loving way and loves going to school. Kirk House fosters a great sense of community and we are so very happy that we have had this experience. Teaching strategies are top notch (handwriting for kinder readiness) and she loves getting to create in the "free art" area. The use of multiple teachers really allowed her to form relationships naturally and then she was placed into a teachers group that she meshed with -- what a wonderful idea as all children are individuals! Thank you, Kirk House! read more

We love Kirk House! My daughter has had a wonderful experience in many of the Kirk House programs. She is in the young 5's pre-K class this year and absolutely loves it. Teacher Rita is fantastic. She genuinely loves the children (which they can tell!) and also teaches them well in preparation for kindergarten. My daughter has been able to explore her creativity in this program, in addition to learning basic kindergarten-readiness skills. The outdoor space is darling at Kirk House, the teachers are the cream of the crop, and the whole preschool community is lovely. We are thankful to have found Kirk House!! read more

My family loves Krkrhouse preschool. I have three kids, 2 of my kids have gone through kirk House. (the other one will go there when he is old enough). My kids feel, loved, safe and heard. I am so at ease knowing my kids are well taken care of at kirk House. read more

We love Kirk House! Both of my children attended Kirk House. My daughter went for 3 years (including the pre-K program) and is now thriving in kindergarten and my son is currently enrolled for his second year. He will be moving on to kindergarten next year - it will be bittersweet for all of us to say goodbye to Kirk House and the wonderful teachers there. Our family is Christian but we do not attend MPPC so at first I was hesitant to consider a preschool associated with MPPC. But when we toured it for the 1st time 4 years ago it immediately became our first choice preschool option for our daughter due to the cleanliness, fun learning activities set out for the kids that change daily, friendly staff, play-based curriculum with a focus on kindergarten readiness - just a great vibe overall. We were thrilled when we found out she got in! We have been very happy with our experience and our kids have loved going there. Last year both kids were enrolled: my son went Tue/Thur and my daughter Mon/Wed/Fri. My son loved going so much that virtually every Monday he had a fit that his sister got to go again (since she was just there on Friday). He'd declare, "She went last time! It's my turn!!!" The Christian focus is just light enough to reinforce general Christian values and simple stories (e.g. Noah's Ark, birth of Christ) so families of all religions should feel free to consider this school. Note that my son just walked up to me and asked me what I was doing. I said I was writing a note about Kirk House to parents who are deciding which preschool to send their kids to. I asked if he had anything to share with these parents. He replied, "Oh, yes, definitely. Tell them to go to Kirk House. The art room is really cool." So there you go - out of the mouth of my five year old. read more

My son has been attending Kirk House for almost a year and truly looks forward to every morning he spends there. The staff are loving and truly invested in the lives of the children that attend there. read more

This place has been a true blessing for our family. Not only does my daughter absolutely love the school and the teachers, but we have found a wonderful new church that we attend. We couldn't be happier! Every week they have a new theme with different art projects, games, activities, puppet show, etc to go along with it. I'm always amazed with the variety of activities set up for the kids at drop off time in the morning- they are incredibly creative that interact with every sensory the child has. Go on a tour and you will see what I mean, it will blow you away. The price can't be beat either. Since they are associated with a church, much of the cost is subsidized. It is the best deal in town! Lastly, the teachers are equally incredible. Loving but also stern so that they gain great respect from their students. What a fantastic preschool! One of the best! read more

Kirk House preschool is a warm and caring environment. The teachers are great and they love your kids like they were their own. My daughter always comes home from school with a smile on her face. It is a great place to have your kids get ready for kindergarten. I highly recommend it!!!! read more

My child has attended Kirk House Preschool for 2 years now, and we are both very happy with this program. The school is at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church, and is a Christian-based program, which is something we found very important when searching for a good fit for our family. My second child will also start there this year. The teachers are all very caring, loving, and attentive to each child individually. The children have enough freedom to develop a strong sense of self, socially and academically, while still having the security and guidance of a warm and friendly teacher. The director, Carol Day, has been here for many years, and is very passionate about the program and the children that attend. I cannot recommend it enough! read more

Our son has been going to Kirk House for two years and will be going again next year for the pre-k program. We are very happy with the program, the staff and the facilities. The teachers are warm and friendly and interact well with the children. The director is very good and offers effective feedback with her observations. The facilities are very clean and nice. We highly recommend Kirk House. read more