Update ; PARENTS -- This Could Be Your Child…read more The state admitted it wasn't unfounded. My kids were believed enough that they couldn't rule it out. That alone tells you this center is unsafe But let me tell you something I don't need no preponderance of evidence to know the truth. I don't need no fancy paperwork. I got the truth sitting right in my house. I got the pain in my kids' eyes, I got the trauma in their behaviors, I got the evidence written all over their little hearts. It also sad that a teacher had to lose her job during this investigation because she spoke the truth about what really goes on behind closed doors at another kindercare location , but all the other ones choose not to be honest . it's also sad and sick that it usually takes a child being seriously hurt of no way of return for something you can't ignore or cover up before they finally call it substantiated. By then, the damage is already done. Quick lesson: Unfounded = didn't happen ( Kids was lying) Unsubstantiated = might've happened, can't prove it just means the staff covered for each other. Period. Y'all chose jobs over innocent kids. Substantiated = Happen because the adults spoke up , alongside the kids Note: The only part of the statement that was recanted/ corrected/changed was the name of the teacher. In the original report, we listed Leslie's name, but the very next day we learned the actual teacher responsible for the harm was Lidia Robles. SHAME ON THE ONES WHO LIED OR HELD THE TRUTH. Teachers covered their own asses to save jobs but my kids' pain is REAL #ProtectOurKids #PittsburgCA #PittsburgKindercare

I had teacher threaten my child and kept her job. The lack of accountability while caring for…read moresomeone's child is insane. My child cringes when we pass by. She hasn't attended for 2 years and she still remembers it in the worst light.

This place holds a very special place in our hearts. My child has some special needs and after…read morehaving a bad experience at another preschool, we were afraid to try another. Flps welcomed us and created an enjoyable, safe, and inclusive environment. Our child thrived here, learned to speak and communicate more, learned to play with other kids (he refused to be next to other kids before here). He learned so much and gained so many skills here. Ms. Anna was amazing and always made him feel loved and welcome as well as the other staff. It's so hard to trust others with your child especially when your child can't communicate but this was best possible place for him. We wish we didn't have to leave for elementary. I would recommend this place a thousand times over. We loved it here and our child loved it here.

First Lutheran Preschool is the BEST! It has truly been one…read moreof the best decisions we could've made for our 4 year old son. The teachers are fun and nurturing, and credit to the director (Ms Jeni), there's very little teacher turnover which is an indication that everyone likes working there. If the teachers are happy, the kids are happy. Ms. Valarie was my son's first teacher and we always appreciated how she communicated with us multiple times DAILY...how he napped, how he ate, how he played, what activity they did etc...with pictures. It's always hard leaving your Little Ones at preschool but knowing that they're having fun and being well taken care of at school is such a relief to nervous parents like myself. Ms. Valarie was so warm and understanding-I don't think I've ever seen her even remotely impatient with any of the kids, even when they were a little too energetic, she was firm but always kind. They have a good sized playground with shaded areas, their parking lot is huge which is so nice when you have to drop off kids in the morning, they have a huge gym where the kids play when it's too hot/too cold/ rainy to play outside. There's also a huge yard/grassy area where the teachers take the kids to go on nature walks sometimes or even just to run around. And you know the kids love to run! I appreciate how they do temperature checks in the morning, wipe down all the toys at the end of the day-even the pens you use to check your kids in are wiped every day. There's no way to keep your kids from getting sick especially at this age but I think FLP does everything they can to keep it at a minimum. The tuition is VERY reasonable and we really like the convenience of being able to pay by credit card on-line, but of course you can also pay by check as well. The teacher to kids ratio is great and they usually have floaters if the teacher needs more help. We checked out many preschools before deciding on FLP and were so glad that we did. And if you're looking for a place for your kiddo where they'll actually enjoy going to school, check this place out.

This school has been great to the development of my child. He started at this school when he just…read moreturned 3. He was one of those kids where the average parenting tips and tricks did not work. Believe me, I've read more parenting books than I'm willing to admit. His favorite time is playing outside where there are multiple play structures, a garden and a chicken coop. He follows rules better and generally enjoys playing with all his friends. Academically, he will be 5 soon and reads at 3rd grade level. He never liked coloring or writing so he doesn't​ write much. He also does simple math and count by 2s and 5s. If you look at his development, it is quite uneven. I'm glad this school has always tried to guide him to practice skills he needs to master but never forced him to do what everyone does. His class teacher is Ms Maria and my child loves her. Ms Mariyam teaches the other class but also teaches him when they prep for special events. Throughout the year, they do spring gardening, mother's day tea party, father's day and all the family holiday celebrations. I especially love the Thanksgiving activities. I would recommend this school to anyone without hesitation.

My daughter attended AMS for a little over 2 years, we came from a home daycare so this was a big…read morechange for all of us. From the first visit to the school with Maryam we felt comfortable with her as well as with the cleanliness and maintenance of the school. My daughter had so much fun at school everyday and by the time she left for kindergarten she was well on her way to reading. Maryam makes learning fun for the kids and does so many great projects with them, my daughter loved when they planted the garden and got to raise little chicks. She made great friends and gained self confidence while attending AMS and I know we definitely made the right choice in letting her attend pre school there.

I came to know this school through the Bay Church, but my experience left me disillusioned. The…read morestaff and teachers may claim to be Christian, yet their actions often reflect the opposite. Judgment is constant, cliques run deep, and teachers play favorites while showing little patience for children. Instead of encouraging growth, they silence voices and push kids to mature too quickly. The endless fundraising became unbearable--it seemed like every week brought another demand for money. And the Class Dojo app, which should have been a simple communication tool, turned into something that felt more like Instagram. I eventually deleted it out of frustration. What's most troubling is the disconnect between what's preached and what's practiced. Faith is spoken, but not lived. As Matthew 7:20 reminds us, "By their fruit you will recognize them." Parents deserve to see the reality: behind the polished image, this school fosters hypocrisy and division, not the values it claims to uphold.

Our family's experience with the preschool program at this school was exceptional. The preschool…read moreteacher and the program coordinator were warm and had a collaborative spirit. Kudos to the preschool program for making our child's early learning experience positive and enriching. We were very pleased with everything! Unfortunately, our experience following preschool did not meet the same standard. We observed a big shift in the approaches the school used. We had concerns about a lack of cultural sensitivity and limited willingness to engage collaboratively with parents. The disciplinary actions seemed developmentally inappropriate and punitive for young children still learning about social-emotional skills and impulsiveness. During meetings, we also encountered interactions with team members that felt dismissive and unpleasant. I lost faith in open, constructive conversations about our child's needs and progress. However, I think their academics were decent and appropriate for my child---my child performed well. Unfortunately, our child's teacher utilizes TikTok to post disparaging comments about parents. It was unprofessional and damaging to the sense of trust between them and us. My child's classroom environment also appeared overly focused on rule enforcement and behavior management through tools like ClassDojo. There was a lack of emphasis on teaching self-regulation or emotional growth. We hope the school will continue to build upon its strong preschool foundation and revisit its approach in kindergarten to support the holistic needs of its students better.

Beginnings and Beyond has been such a blessing for our family! My daughter has been here almost 2…read moreyears and we've seen such growth. The Montessori approach really shines--teachers encourage independence, kindness, and respect while keeping kids engaged and curious. The environment feels like one big family. I love seeing older kids look out for the younger ones, whether it's a hug at pickup or helping when someone falls. My daughter has gone from being a wild little one to such a sweet, caring child thanks to the example set here. Highly recommend this school!

Dedicated teachers and a Director whose main goal is to give the students the best Montessori…read moreeducation possible. I highly recommend this Montessori Preschool.

Sadly my daughter's last day here was Aug.1st. My spouse and I cannot thank the staff, and teachers…read moreenough for all of the great teaching, guidance, and care that was provided for our daughter to get her prepared for transitioning to Tk at a new elementary school. This KinderCare provided the best learning environment, and there aren't enough kind words to express our gratitude. We would also like to give a special thank you to the centers director Christina, and teachers Ms. Cassie, and Ms. Marry.

Been taking my daughter here for a few years now. Every member of staff that I have ever met there…read morehas been friendly sweet and willing to help. They have always treated my daughter like one of their own and there's not a group of women I'd rather have taking care of and educating my kid.

My daughter attended Light The Bay Preschool and she loved it! After she graduated and started…read moreKindergarten, she asked to return because she missed her teachers and friends. She is now in 1st grade and still talks about her teachers and the friends she made during that time. I am very impressed with the lasting impression she was left with, to this day. She loves teacher Veronica and Pastor Peggy! As a parent, I was also impressed with the level of love and care my daughter received and how she grew confident and independent so fast! If you are looking for a place where your child can develop and firm,positive foundation while getting the right introduction to learning, this is it. The teachers provided a nurturing, safe and fun environment for my little one and I loved it. Thank you so much Light The Bay Preschool Team!

I would not recommend this school. My child had a horrible…read moreexperience and I will never allow that bullying behavior the kids were doing to my child. We spoke to the principal a few times regarding our child's safety concerns and issues that were happening at school and those bullies continued to escalate their bullying behavior. Those bullies are in fourth grade and I would never recommend for you to put your kids in that school. Those mean bullies run the school by putting down other kids, pushing them and horrible language. They also disrespect the staff and principal. I would be careful because kids are safe on campus. Good luck.

Teacher is good with my child. His behavior has improved…read moresince attending this school. We are very pleased