I don't know where to start, our experience at Gordon Preschool has been beyond phenomenal!…read more Jacqueline and the whole team are so wonderful. Always greeting children with a smile on their faces and making sure our little ones have the best experience in social, emotional and educational development. They are focused on playology, and Jacqueline has mastered play-based learning. On top of that she is so smart, kind and sincerely loves her students and teaching them. The activities are so fun, like smashing hallow eggs with letter to learn the alphabet or matching rocks to outlined shapes. She goes all out on occasions, once she even brought in snow for the kids! Seriously, snow! And they had a blast. Really, she should be teaching others how to teach in the play based way. The kids love her program and her, and benefit greatly from it. My children don't want to leave and have developed so much during their time at the Gordon Preschool. We are so blessed to have met Jacqueline and attended the Gordon Preschool!!!!

Jacqui and Suzann are incredible! My daughter started when she was almost three and had never been…read moreto any kind of daycare or pre-school before. I was apprehensive about how it would go. They took to the time to do a meet and greet and made her feel right at home. We started the next week! She has learned so much, talks about the friends she has at school and requests that we drive by Ms. Jacqui's house whenever we get in the car so she can see pre-school. The creative learning/play schedule that she comes up is really unique. They even brought in real snow for a day! The toddler years are full of so many emotions, so much brain development and honestly every day can be a different challenge. I love that they recognize that and know exactly what they need to do to make the day go smooth for each child. We love Gordon Preschool!

A true nature based preschool. The kids are outside 90% of the day. Playscape is large with a…read moregarden area, arts and crafts, sand box, mudpit, slide, bikes. They are also right next to ENC and use their trails to hike. They have a few animals on campus-chicken, tortoise, and several reptiles. My child enjoys attending and adores her teacher. Highly recommend.

Our boys attended Kids Kastle for approximately six months. We moved somewhere closer to home as…read morethe drive to Irvine was becoming difficult for us. Initially, it felt like an "old school" daycare environment with a large outdoor space that would be perfect for them to run around. Inside, the classrooms were outdated but seemed clean enough. The teachers we interacted with were kind, and many had been there for a long time--a great sign. In fact, I even wrote a positive review when we started, highlighting these points. However, within a month or two we started receiving daily feedback about our boys having behavioral issues--one in particular. We had been to daycare before, so we weren't new to feedback, but this was different. It felt like constant complaining. We monitored the situation with occasional check-ins, but it quickly escalated. Only a few months in, Katie, the director, and Miss Leann (not his primary teacher) sat us down and implied he had ADHD, even recommending we find him a new school. After nearly a year of reflecting on this bizarre situation, I still believe it was unprofessional. We had him tested through the district, and they concluded he did not have the learning disabilities they suggested. After reading through similar experiences online--like a review from a parent named Chloe P with a nearly identical situation with her daughter--it seems this isn't an isolated incident. I think several factors play into this. It's not a formal academic school, and there is a lot of free play time--which, for a 3-year-old (yes, my son was only 3), may not be the right environment for many kids. If your child is a calm, independent student, this could be a great place with fun activities, crafts, and affordable care. However, if your child needs more structure, this may not be the right fit

This is going to be long so here's a TL;DR:…read more -they kicked my daughter out for supposed 'horrible behavior issues' -pretty sure it was just because we were getting our childcare subsidized -since leaving my daughter has had not a single issue at both schools she has attended -another parent had a similar experience and removed his son from the school -the behavior program THEY recommended me to even said this school has caused problems with this in the past -The director is rude and condescending First off let me start by saying two things: One, Ms. Darcie and Ms. Debbie were amazing. Both very sweet, understanding teachers. Two, I waited five months after we left the school before writing this because I really, honestly wanted to see if it was the school or my daughter that was the problem. I'm not one of those parents that thinks their child can do no wrong or who can't take criticism. That said, with all that has happened in the 5 months since we left, I can now feel confident and saying that the problem was most definitely with the school. My experience here was nightmarish. My daughter was almost 4 when she started attending school here and at first all seemed well. Towards my daughter's fifth birthday we suddenly started getting really horrible feedback from the school about her behavior. They said she wasn't listening, was disruptive, etc. I was panicked and feeling like a horrible mom more with each incident report they made me sign. (One such report was for the fact that she got up off her mat during nap time because if the child doesn't nap they force them to sit quietly in one spot doing NOTHING for the duration of nap time... which lasts hours.) They recommended I put her in this school readiness program and eventually I called the program in tears. The behavior improved slightly so I thought maybe it was a weird phase and let it go. Suddenly they were threatening to kick her out of school if I didn't put her in the program. I called and made an appointment and then left the state for a funeral. Upon returning they handed me a letter saying I had TWO WEEKS until they couldn't care for my daughter any more. They were really kicking her out. They also apparently TOLD her they were kicking her out because of her behavior and she felt terrible for weeks. Who does that to a 5 year old?! Now in absolute panic because I had 2 weeks to find another preschool with an opening, I had a meeting with the teacher and director. They told me they had tried to get me to work with them (last I had spoken to the teacher she had reassured me that I shouldn't be worried because the behavior wasn't abnormally bad) but refused to work towards any solution. Fine, I was over dealing with the rude director anyway. So we left, but I still followed through with the school readiness program to see what the issue was. The first meeting with the program, as SOON as I mentioned the name kids kastle to our worker she laughed out loud and said "ohh yeah, I have had issues with them multiple times in the past." At that point I felt a glimmer of hope. Maybe my daughter wasn't as bad as they made me believe? The school readiness program lady tested my daughter and said she was fine and in fact ahead of most kids her age. I still insisted she do a school observation at the new preschool just to make sure. After that she sent me a message saying that my daughter was not only fine but in fact was getting along great and seemed advanced for her age. The new school had no issue with her. Not even once. I talked to her new teacher and the only negative thing she could find to say was that my daughter was stubborn. Behavior issues? She looked at me like I was crazy when I asked about that. The only difference I could see about the new school was that they allowed her to read or play quietly during naptime if she wasn't tired. Fast forward to kindergarten. The director at kids kastle told me my daughter would have "serious problems" in kindergarten because of her behavior. I was extremely nervous for weeks before the first day, despite the fact that everything at the new preschool had been fine. Kindergarten is here now and she has had glowing reports from her teacher every. Single. Day. She has earned more points than anyone else in the class on their behavior tracking app and most of them are for things like 'listening' and 'calm body' and 'sitting quietly'... all the things Kids Kastle said she was EXTREMELY incapable of. After leaving kids kastle her behavior at home improved, too. Also another parent I know from outside the school said they took their son out because of similar issues where they claimed behavior issues were there and they just weren't. Seriously don't take your kids to this school unless you want them to develop self-esteem issues and self-fulfilling-prophecy narratives about being 'bad' and having 'behavior problems'. Thankful we got kicked out, it was so bad I just yelped for the first time ever.

I'm so glad that I joined this M.O.P.S group. They are a wonderful, loving and supportive group of…read morewomen who accept you as you are. The guest speakers are beneficial, the food is great and the child care staff are wonderful.

This is a place to call home! A great way to meet new friends, build a support system and…read moredecompress with other, non-pretentious moms in an inviting and relaxing atmosphere. This is the only 3 hours a week I get to spend some time away from my kiddos. A much needed refresher for all of us. I can't recommend this group highly enough!

Newport Heights CDC provides an excellent and high quality after schools program year round. The…read moreSummer Camp is so much fun and the kids who I tutor love it. They go on many fun field trips and adventures that the kids adore. The teachers are all awesome especially Miss Valerie and Miss Marsha. I think they are enrolling right now for summer too. It really is so much fun and I cannot recommend it highly enough. I cannot wait to go back and join them this summer to help out on some camp days and trips.

Best place ever! My girls love it!! Miss Marsha and Miss…read moreValerie are so warm and caring. My two girls have been going there for years and its like a home away from home. They help them with homework and always come up with cool clubs and activities. Most importantly, they listen to the kids and give them a vote to include them and make them feel important. Would highly recommend this place. As a mother, its reassuring to know that my girls are in safe hands! My girls give them 2 thumbs up.

OC Tiny Tots Academy! Our experience at this school - felt like hitting the jackpot. I think it has…read morebeen especially impactful for my husband and I, as first time parents. The positive experience was - just so unexpected? Especially with the contrast of having our littles deal with the pandemic lockdown. From (1) the beautiful classroom and setting for the school (all of the city of newport beach employees are so kind, the cleanliness of the facilities), (2) the small class size, (3) the kindest, sweetest, and cleverest classmates, and (4) such kind, supportive, genuine, fun, and professional parents in our cohort (we know that we are incredibly lucky for these families!). And the glue and heart for all of us, our teacher - the sweetest teacher that has fostered a wonderful sense of community - Ms. Macias! To the best teacher (and photographer) Ms. Macias - your hard work day in and day out, your patience, creativity with projects and school work, your unending kindness (some how balancing your ability to instill a love of learning with discipline and the importance of following rules - and still having energy), and your dedication with all that you have done - it has not gone unnoticed. Not to mention - Ms. Macias always being on top of communication. Ms. Macias - you have gone beyond for your students and families. It has been truly an absolute joy to celebrate every birthday and holiday with you and the OC Tiny Tots crew. You fostered each of your student's curiosity and creativity (learning about and catering to their interests), and it truly shows as they head to 'big kid school' (I am trying not to sob daily over the next 9 days). It will always warm my heart when I think (even with the closest relatives present in class to celebrate holiday luncheons at school) how the OC Tiny Tots classmates always chose to sit together when it came time to chow down for special occasions. Thank you for creating the sweetest school and best environment for our children.

We are back for our second year at OC Tiny Tots, Newport Beach, Marina Park Community Center. Mrs…read more Gomber and Mrs. Macias created a COVID safe outdoor fabulous experience for the Tiny Tots today during their 1st day back at school. My 4 years old daughter was beyond excited to return back to school today. And, when I picked her up this afternoon after class, she was already talking about how she wants to return back to school tomorrow morning. (Great news for Mommy to hear; she loves it!) With the last school year being cut short due to COVID, my daughter was still able to benefit from the program/academy. I feel that my daughter is already ahead of her age group from an intellectual level by attending OC Tiny Tots Academy. I'm looking forward for the momentum to continue going into the 2020 - 2021 school year. We love OC Tiny Tots!

DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILDREN HERE! My child has gotten sick so…read moremany times ever since they have been going here. I don't think they clean their toys and their rooms! All the classrooms smell like mold and mildew. None of the rooms have air conditioning!!!! My child comes home sweating everyday and complains they're always hot. Like seriously, what kind of place that has infants, toddlers, and pre-K don't have air conditioning! Poor babies!!

Not sure what happen to my review but here is another one…read more The staff is friendly and the kids like it here. My kids have moved on from here but we never had anything negative happen to right about.

My Son is graduating in a couple weeks from Sunshine and we are so sad. We have thoroughly enjoyed…read moreour time here and will miss Sunshine. Miss Portia and Miss Katie are nothing short of amazing!! Some people are just born to be teachers and they both are. I don't know how they do it. You can actually feel the love they have for each individual child that comes through the doors. My son loves them and tells me he wants to stay at Sunshine and doesn't want to go to kindergarten. I found Sunshine through Google. We came and sat in a class and were blown away. My son took to it like a fish to water and signed him up right there on the spot. I wanted a Co-op preschool. Not just because you can't beat the price, but also I wanted to be able to work in the classroom and see my child grow and flourish. I also loved that Sunshine is like a little community. Every parent there wants the same thing and works together to make sure the children get the most out of their experience. I can honestly say that I have made friendships here that will last a lifetime. Another reason we were sold on Sunshine is the amount of supervision the children get. Not only is there a teacher but also four parents working at all times to help. I know some other preschools that only had one teacher and have heard the horror stories. I always felt like my son was safe when I dropped him off at school and to me that was priceless! We can't wait to come back to Sunshine with our youngest, we would never go anywhere else. Here is their Facebook page so you can see how awesome it is for yourself: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sunshine-Cooperative-Preschool/158238130866862

This school and the wonderful, loving teachers have been the best intro to school (for me and my…read moredaughter!) that I ever could have imagined. My daughter loves school and Miss Crystal so much, and so do I...being able to actively participate in her first years of school has really put my mind at ease! Crystal truly loves these kiddos like her own, and is so patient with them, and from our very first day here, I've felt nothing but 100% trust and peace of mind when my daughter is at school. We still have the rest of this year and next year here before we have to move on to elementary school, and I'm already feeling anxious about leaving Sunshine, Crystal, and Portia! We couldn't be happier!