We have had an amazing experience at LVPPP. The teachers and staff are caring and create a…read morewonderful environment for our kiddos. The freedom to play and create has helped my daughter's social development exponentially.

LVPPP is truly a hidden gem in the Foothills area. It is magical, beautiful and a super special…read moreplace for littles (and their families, too). ***Please don't be alarmed by all the old reviews from 5 plus years ago. I've heard that LVPPP was indeed a very different school back then! Totally different leadership and teachers.*** First off, a little background on me- I have a degree in childhood development and early education, but first and foremost, I am a parent. And I want to be as involved and connected with my child's life as much as possible. I also fully understand that every child and every family's needs are different. So for us, LVPPP was an ideal fit and we are so happy with our decision to send our daughter there. This preschool fulfills all my wants and prayers for my child's first school experiences outside of our home. Some main highlights: 1. Teachers who are loving, nurturing and care about every single child's life and sees them as whole individuals and unique. My daughter absolutely LOVES her teacher and that's saying a lot for a child who is extremely attached to her mother and has separation anxiety. LVPPP teachers help prepare children and their parents for the transition being "away" from their families for a few hours at a time. They are so patient, so empathetic and really take the time to honor each child's feelings and individuality while modeling cooperation, co-regulation and communication. It is a very warm and home-like environment. 2. Community of caregivers, parents, families who all are working together for the school and the children. LVPPP is a co-op school and is part of the California Council of Parent Participation Nursery Schools, which is a network of organized co-ops focused on the principle that the best education will result from an active partnership among parents, teachers, and children. Being a volunteer in my child's classroom 2-3 times a month really has allowed me to get to know the people who actually see my child- I know the teachers very well and also know every single parent and child closely, much like extended family. We have playdates and help watch each others children outside of school as a result, and this has been invaluable benefit being part of this school- where lifelong relationships are fostered. 3. Child-directed, PLAY and inquiry based learning philosophy. PLAY is the work of the child. LVPPP is Reggio Emilia inspired and we love that. It follows my child's natural curiosity and focused on the process versus end product in learning and development. LVPPP's director is extremely knowledgeable and passionate in this area and empowers both students and families to be active agents in their environment. The environment is set up to invite play and exploration. Children engage in messy play, engage all their senses, challenge their fine and gross motor skills, and really tinker and experiment in open-ended play. There's also a big emphasis on social emotional development and regulation. The campus itself is beautiful and every detail has been well thought out to provoke exploration, discussion and creativity. 4. It's a non-profit that's trying to serve the community, providing high quality early childhood education to families in the area. It strives to be very accessible, diverse, inclusive and welcoming to all. All backgrounds are celebrated and family structures. I appreciate the fact that the tuition is quite reasonable and allows families from various levels of means still be able to access a preschool with the bells and whistles you may find at higher end preschools, but it's due to the joint effort of hard work that the families and teachers have contributed from their own time, effort and dedication to make the school what it is. 5. Health and safety is taken seriously especially during this COVID era. The director and leadership stay atop local health authority recommendations and goes above based on the input of the families and what they're comfortable with. We have been very happy with the pragmatic approach that LVPPP takes in trying to ensure the students stay healthy but also understanding that nothing is perfectly avoidable.

Our son spent a little under 3 years at CDC/FLDC & we have truly felt so much comfort & trust with…read moreall the teachers in his classes. From Toddler 1 to Toddler 5, they have been a catalyst in his motor development, his learning development, & socioemotional development. His language skills exponentially grew, his social skills have improved, & he has really built a special bond with Teacher Kris and the friends he has spent his formative years with. We are so happy our son was able to be a part of the CDC family. Best investment ever!

We absolutely love the CDC. My child started on his first birthday and will now be going to his new…read moreschool for the TK. We were sad to leave but we will also have the wonderful memories of our child being a student here. We are super confident that all the tools the incredible teachers have given our child over the years, will carry on to his new school.

Our son has truly thrived here. Socially, academically, there has been such an improvement since he…read morestarted. He's eating new foods, he's able to follow routines, he's socializing with others, he's started writing and reading. We absolutely love it here.

We are so grateful to have found Ms Ashanti's Children's Ark daycare! She is very passionate about…read morekids and she is well organized. Our child comes home so happy, he really loves the daycare. Ms Ashanti is super efficient that even with a room full of toddlers and infants, she manages transitions seamlessly and keeps the parents well informed. She is very attentive and takes her time with each child and she also taught our child to read and write. We especially love the way they find time for little celebrations, kids love those special moments. Ms Ashanti is very patient and incredibly nurturing, and we couldn't ask for a better start for our little one!

My wife and I are so grateful to have such wonderful teachers for our daughters. They were in Room…read more4 with Ms Sheila and Ms Ana. Ms Ana is incredibly thoughtful, kind, and caring. She creates a warm and welcoming environment where my girls feel safe and supported. One thing we especially appreciate is her excellent communication with us. Ms. Ana is very responsive through WeChat; she provides us peace of mind when we have any questions regarding our kids. Ms Shiela was excellent in introducing both my daughters to writing/math/reading at the beginning of the year. She was able to identify different needs for each of my daughters and created a plan for us to follow at home to reinforce what was being taught at school. The time I had with Ms Shiela in the teacher parent meetings showed me that she really cared about her students and treated them as if they were her own. I am so impressed with my daughters' growth throughout the year; seeing the work they did in class and also the activities they have and are doing now at home is just amazing. We are so grateful to have had Ms. Ana and Ms. Shiela take care of and teach our kids. Ms Ana and Ms Shiela's kindness, patience, and dedication are qualities that every parent hopes to encounter on the first day of school.

We can't say enough wonderful things about Room 5 and the incredible teachers who have helped our…read moredaughter grow this year. Ms. Haley is the teacher who helped my daughter achieve a breakthrough in learning her letter sounds and number fundamentals. She is energetic, creative, and makes learning so much fun that even my husband and I wish we could be students in her class! She has a special gift for challenging each child while supporting them in their own unique way. Homework became a positive part of our routine because she always made sure my daughter was learning, growing, and being appropriately challenged. Her curriculum and classroom activities are engaging, thoughtful, and fun. Simply put, she is truly one of the best teachers we have ever met. Ms. Emily is the most patient and loving teacher. She has such a gentle and effective way of teaching discipline, manners, and positive behavior. Rather than simply telling children what not to do, she helps them understand right from wrong in a caring and respectful way. Her kindness and creativity shine through in everything she does. Ms. Andrea has left a lasting impression on our family. Thanks to her, our household will forever know how to sing the table manners song! She has a wonderful ability to turn lessons and nursery rhymes into daily habits that children can carry with them beyond the classroom. Together, these teachers create the perfect balance of nurturing, encouragement, structure, and learning. They have built an environment where children can thrive and grow at their own pace while feeling loved and supported every step of the way. We will miss them so much and already look forward to our second child having the opportunity to learn from them one day. We also cannot forget Room 2 and the amazing Ms. Cecilia, Ms. Ellie, and Ms. Griselda. They were my daughter's very first teachers and helped her learn boundaries, social skills, and independence while showering her with love and care. Anyone who works with two-year-olds deserves special recognition, and these teachers have endless patience and dedication. They are simply the best. We also cannot forget about Ms Reyna! She was the one providing comfort to during her first few weeks of transitioning. Our daughter has truly thrived here and has learned so much. We are incredibly grateful for all of these wonderful teachers and the impact they have had on our family. You simply can't go wrong with any of them!

This is truly the BEST school to bring your children to! My son started here at 18 months and is…read morenow 4 years old--and he absolutely loves it. He adores his teachers and looks forward to coming every day. He has a big personality that can sometimes be a lot for adults, but the teachers here are incredibly patient, kind, and understanding. They've helped him learn independence while also showing compassion and guiding him to slow down when needed. Ms. Fameeda, the director, is outstanding. She not only checks in with us regularly but also makes my son feel special by letting him be her little helper. When we were expecting our second child, she went above and beyond to support him in adjusting to the idea of becoming a big brother--working at his pace so he never felt overwhelmed. The teachers are wonderful--caring, funny, and always communicative. He especially loves Ms. Tami and thinks it would be the coolest thing to hang out with her outside of school (he doesn't, but the thought makes him so happy!). The school also does a fantastic job of creating community. They host the sweetest holiday events, where the kids get to perform and celebrate--it's always adorable to watch. They also hold parent-teacher conferences to keep us updated on progress, and they were a huge help with potty training too. Overall, I couldn't recommend this school more. The environment, the staff, and the care they provide are unmatched. We're excited for our 6-month-old to join once he's old enough, because we know he'll be just as loved and supported as his big brother.

Both my girls (6 and 2) have been at Montessori School of San Dimas, and it's been a really good…read moreexperience for us. My older daughter went through the program and is now in first grade. The foundation she got here was so solid that she was already at first grade level when she started school. My younger one is here now, and I can already see the same love for learning developing in her. Ms. Fahmeeda, the director, is wonderful. She genuinely cares about the kids and their long-term success, not just what they're doing day to day. The teachers are also great--patient and kind. What I really like is the community feeling. My older daughter made friends here that she's still in touch with, and now their younger siblings are classmates with my younger one. It feels like a big extended family. The Montessori style is a big plus. It's not just about the academics--it's about sparking curiosity and independence. I saw that with my 6-year-old, and now again with my 2-year-old. And for the quality of education and care, the fees are very reasonable. Overall, we've been very happy here. I'd definitely recommend Montessori School of San Dimas to other parents looking for a place where their kids can grow, learn, and feel cared for.

A Preschool Filled with Heart and Faith!…read more Kid Junction has truly been such a blessing to our family. Our oldest daughter started here when she was just two and a half, and now our second daughter has gone through the same journey -- and we're already excited to send our youngest soon! What makes Kid Junction so special is the people. Every teacher pours so much love, time, and intention into the kids. They create fun, hands-on activities, celebrate holidays with so much joy, and keep parents updated every step of the way. You can tell this is a place where faith and care guide everything they do. Both of our girls had Miss Sandy, who is truly the best person to care for 2-year-olds -- patient, nurturing, and full of joy. Then they had Miss Susan, who is the sweetest! She helps build confidence in each child and makes every day special (my daughter loves when she pulls out her spray bottle and hair ties to give her a cute little hairstyle!). We also adore Miss Eileen, who does a wonderful job preparing the kids for Kinder she's a TK teacher -- she's caring, creative, and the children can't wait to be in her class. And Miss Belinda made those early toddler days so special with fun morning activities that set the tone for a happy day. We loved it so much that we decided to keep our daughters here for TK instead of going to elementary because we knew they would get the care and elevated education prior to going to Kinder. My daughters assessment going into kindergarten, she scored very high on the skills for this grade. It was an easy transition and she thought kinder was too easy she kept asking for more hw!! And holding it all together is Miss Clara, director -- she has the most tender heart and genuine love for children. We've known her for five years now, and her care shines through in everything she does -- her communication, the way she supports the teachers, and the way she continues to check in and send us updates. Overall I'm always blown away how clean everything is! So organized and clean which demonstrates the teachers diligence in providing a safe and modeled classroom. We are so thankful for Kid Junction. It's more than just a preschool -- it's a loving, faith-filled community that feels like family.

We're so grateful to Kid Junction for the care they provided our children…read more For three kids across a span of 7 years, we entrusted Kid Junction with helping raise our kids and they delivered. Thank you to Ms. Sandy, Ms. Belinda, Ms. Susan and Ms. Aileen for more recently helping guide our littlest one through his preschool days. And of course, a special thanks to Mrs. Clara for everything over the years: classroom activity updates, smiling photos of the kids after challenging dropoffs, navigating in and out of a pandemic, and all the special stories about our kids that truly showed the efforts made to get to know our children. Whenever we drive past KJ, only fond memories and joy will come to mind, and immense gratitude that our kids had an incredible environment to learn and thrive.

5 Stars - Bright Beginnings Truly Lives Up to Its Name!…read more We feel incredibly fortunate to have found **Bright Beginnings** for our children! From day one, the staff has shown so much warmth, patience, and dedication. It's clear they genuinely care about each and every child, and they create an environment where kids feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. One of the things that stands out most is how **flexible** they are with scheduling. As long as you give them a week's notice, they are more than willing to work with you--something that's been a lifesaver for our family's ever-changing routine. Our children are thriving here. They're not just being cared for--they're **learning, growing, and building confidence** every day. We've seen such a positive difference in their development, and it's amazing to watch them come home happy and eager to share what they've learned. **Special shoutout to Ms. Monique**--she was a lifesaver during the potty training phase with our son. We were feeling so frustrated, and her patience, encouragement, and consistency made all the difference. We can't thank her enough! We truly can't recommend Bright Beginnings highly enough. If you're looking for a preschool that blends caring staff, thoughtful structure, and a fun, educational environment, this is it!

I highly recommend Bright Beginnings! As a parent, it's so challenging leaving your child in…read moresomeone's care. My son and now daughter have been attending Bright Beginnings for now 2 years. The staff and both directors are very kind, compassionate, professional, and really great with communication. I wouldn't take my kids anywhere else. If you're looking for a trusted, safe, and learning environment for your children; look no further. We've had a great experience thus far. Thank you Ms. Jennie, Ms. Kobe, Ms. Nerely, Ms. Aurora, Ms. Monique, Ms. Kathy, Ms. Sandra, and Bright Beginnings Staff for your continued services.

I am extremely disappointed with our experience at Montessori of Via Verde. My three daughters were…read moreenrolled there, but we were forced to leave after an upsetting and unprofessional incident involving my 16-month-old. At drop-off one morning, I informed the teacher that my baby had a dirty diaper. The teacher responded in an irritated tone and insisted it was diarrhea before properly checking. While changing her, the teacher removed all of my daughter's clothing--including her clean shirt and jacket--and refused to give them back when I asked. During the diaper change, the teacher handled my daughter in a manner that made her visibly uncomfortable and distressed. My baby was crying and clearly upset. When I calmly asked the teacher to please be more gentle, my concerns were dismissed and both teachers in the room became defensive. When the director, Ms. Haydee Galvez-Diaz, was called in, she immediately sided with the staff without listening to me. Instead of addressing my concerns about how my child was being handled, she asked the teacher if she felt attacked. I then asked Ms. Haydee if we can speak in private. As I'm trying to explain the situation that just occurred, She raised her voice, told me I was "not happy here," said she thinks I needed to find another place for my children, and walked away, slamming the door in my face. As a working mother, I left in tears and felt helpless because I had no immediate childcare alternative. My baby was picked up within a few hours and never returned. I have since removed all three of my children from this center. No parent should be treated this way for simply advocating for their child. Instead of professionalism and understanding, I was met with hostility and disrespect. I would not recommend Montessori of Via Verde to any family who wants to feel safe, heard, and supported.

I have nothing but good things to say about the school…read more My child has been attending since 2020. You have always been impressed by the quality of care we received.