We've been part of the Merryhill School community for about two years, and our experience has been a great one overall. My child is currently in the Intermediate program, and I've noticed a lot of growth from clearer speech and broader knowledge to more confidence in making friends and trying different activities. The classrooms are always clean and thoughtfully designed for little ones, which makes the environment welcoming and safe. While daily updates from teachers were more detailed in earlier programs, in Intermediate we still receive a nice rundown at pickup, which helps us stay connected with how the day went. The teachers here are truly the highlight. They are approachable, caring, and empathetic. My child often talks about Miss Ashley and Miss Rajani, and I can see the effort they put in every day. It's reassuring as a parent to feel that the children are in kind and capable hands. Most importantly, my child enjoys going to school and looks forward to meeting friends and teachers, which speaks volumes about the nurturing environment. read more

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My two children were bit 5 times out of 16 school days, in one month. I asked for a plan of action and Principal Heather Bilbro said no, and I just need to "trust" them. She told me a child needs to bite five consecutive days to be even considered for suspension. Come to find out that the aggressor was affiliated with the school and there were other undocumented aggressive behaviors. The principal straight up lied and had inept responses to my concerns. They now have a Type B citation, "a violation that, if not corrected, may an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of clients" from the Department of Social Services. As a former childcare provider myself--at another Nobel Learning Communities school no less--it was extremely disappointing to see the incompetent leadership fail the amazing teachers and rupture family relationship on the ground. Oh and good luck at the next open house, because we waited since the night before at the advice of the principal and somehow they managed to be as disorganized as possible when they arrived in the morning and forced people to take a photo alongside those who got waitlisted?? Like what?? The sudden surge of 5 star reviews from burner accounts is also telling of their priorities. read more

My son has been at Merryhill preschool for ~2.5yrs now and we absolutely love it!! From day one, the warmth, professionalism, and genuine care of the staff have stood out. The facility is bright, clean, airy, and welcoming. The curriculum and the day's structure feel well thought-out. Activities are age-appropriate and engaging, and I appreciate the balance of academic learning, play, social development, and creativity. A huge thank-you to Ms. Ariel, Ms. Mayra, Ms. Sudha, Ms. Jacky and Ms. Nancy -- their patience, care, dedication, encouragement and creativity have helped my son feel safe, confident and excited to come to school. They have played a huge role in his social, emotional, and intellectual growth -- and have supported us as parents along the way. We're also so grateful to Ms. Sonal and Ms. Carla, and all the other amazing teachers who've been part of his journey -- your kindness, care, and support mean so much to our family. I also wanna give a shout-out to the principal, Ms. Heather and the admin team -- Ms. Bella and Ms. Vanessa. They run everything very smoothly behind the scenes -- from the curriculum and parent communication to the day-to-day details that make such a difference. We wholeheartedly recommend Merryhill Preschool San Jose to any family looking for a warm, structured, and nurturing early childhood environment. read more

Both of my children attend Merryhill Preschool, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. The teachers are loving and caring, and communication with the school is always smooth and efficient. The school provides a safe, nut-free environment, with separate playgrounds and a small garden designed for different age groups. There are plenty of engaging activities that keep the children excited to learn and explore every day. Most importantly, my children truly enjoy going to school. Both of my children attend Merryhill Preschool, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. The teachers are loving and caring, and communication with the school is always smooth and efficient. The school provides a safe, nut-free environment, with separate playgrounds and a small garden designed for different age groups. There are plenty of engaging activities that keep the children excited to learn and explore every day. Most importantly, my children truly enjoy going to school. read more

My son started Merryhill preschool in June this year and we are seeing positive results in terms of this growth and development. He is learning and growing everyday. I am especially grateful to Ms. Rajani and Ms. Sudha for being warm, attentive and taking care of our son. read more

We've had a wonderful experience at Merryhill School. The environment is warm, nurturing, and truly focused on both academic and emotional development. Miss Renu is an incredibly attentive teacher--she notices the little things, makes sure the children feel safe and cared for, and communicates clearly with parents. Her calm and patient nature has been such a comfort, especially on days when little ones need extra reassurance. Miss Meera brings so much energy and creativity into the classroom. She keeps the children engaged with fun, thoughtful activities while also instilling structure and discipline in a gentle way. Together, they create a balanced atmosphere where kids feel encouraged, supported, and excited to learn. I feel confident every day knowing that my child is under their care. I highly recommend Merryhill School, especially with teachers like Miss Renu and Miss Meera, who go above and beyond for their students. read more

Teachers and Staff are very warm and inviting. I feel confident dropping my infant off every morning. Thank you Ms. Kathy, Ms. Mayra, Ms.Marialuisa and Ms.Marissa. read more

I love Merryhill Preschool. The office staff is amazing as are the teachers. We have a current child in pre-k and our second child attended from intermediate onwards. Ms. Sudha and Ms. Mayra had such a positive impact with our daughter in intermediate and her new teachers in pre-k, Ms. Nancy and Ms. Jacky are also fantastic. What I love about the school: Notifications and pictures each day Light 'HW' that is given each week to reinforce learning Special events for the kids like a reptile show, petting zoo, and foam party. Amazing hours so that I can drop off and pickup before and after work Informative newsletters that keep me updated on the upcoming activities at the school Ms. Heather who leads the program is fantastic and truly cares about every child there as does Ms. Bella and Ms. Vanessa. read more

Our child goes to the Beginners room at Merryhill, and I can say with full confidence that all the teachers there take wonderful care of him. Like many kids his age, he took some time to settle into a new environment and get comfortable with new people. The teachers here were incredibly patient and nurturing during those initial months, creating a warm and supportive atmosphere that helped him adjust beautifully. We would often see the teachers (especially Miss Ashley and Miss Shanntay in our kid's case) gently comforting children--holding their hands, sitting with them, and picking them up whenever needed. It's been amazing to see our son go from crying during drop-offs to now excitedly painting, dancing, reading with Miss Ariel, or making quesadillas with Miss Rebecca. Even though we don't speak English at home, we noticed a remarkable improvement in his English vocabulary within just a month or two of joining. The school thoughtfully designs engaging daily activities that foster learning and cognitive growth. In addition, they host delightful seasonal and cultural events that make the experience even more enriching. It's been incredible watching our child grow through all these experiences. The teachers are always approachable and open to conversations, whether it's addressing concerns or simply sharing how our child's day went. A heartfelt thank-you to Miss Ashley, Miss Ariel, Miss Rebecca, and Miss Shanntay for everything you do! read more

The TL/DR version: *edit* the response claim "our team worked closely with your family to support your child" objectively does not match reality. Don't lie "Jess". Save yourselves the trouble. Go elsewhere. Our child had a wonderful experience at a Montessori - but they had to put a lot of effort into unwinding the damage un-Merryhill did to our child. Our child was enrolled in their program for a 4 yr old. We knew and after Day 1 the staff (from top to bottom) acknowledged a period of adjustment was needed for our young one. The child was coming into a new environment and like many kids our child's age, was a COVID kid and started life in isolation. On Day 2 our child was suspended. Over the next 30 days they suspended our child 20 days. They then "disenrolled" meaning permanently expelled our child. At no point did they make an effort to work helping our child succeed. They instantly put the child onto an expulsion path. What was it that the child did you wonder? Well, stay a while and listen. Reasons for suspension include but were not limited to: didn't immediately line up, made a mess, wasn't quiet, stayed on the play structure, etc. These are all teeny weeny tiny insignificant "infractions". They required adults allegedly trained w/decades of experience in Early Childhood Education to apply their skillset. Which they failed to do at every single opportunity. They applied 1 skill: call the parents and kick the kid out for the day. Generally, the child was kicked out 1 to 2 hours before lunch. There were 2 legitimate instances where being sent home was warranted: kicking sand at others and hitting another student. HOWEVER, these punishments were inconsistently applied. One day, they let him stay the entire day, our child - NOT THE STAFF - tells us he got a bloody nose. Another kid hit our child. When I picked up our little one guess who was still at school - the kid that hit our kid!!!!!!!!!!!!! I don't know what goes on in the minds of these people but zero tolerance policies being applied to kids barely out of diapers like the child is a HS student bringing a weapon onto school grounds is confusing. The director and her minion stated they do not have the bandwidth to have a child in their office. At no point did either of them make an effort to work with the child. Oh, one time the director suggested we spank our child as it "worked for her kids". Another time she made a spectacle of chasing and lunging at our kid on the playground to demonstrate for the cameras how "out of control " the child was behaving. I have spoken to several families at our child's follow-on schools. We are not alone in seeing a small child traumatized by being expelled with zero effort on the part of the staff to develop/nurture/grow/provide a safe/secure/stable learning environment. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about the teachers at Merryhill Preschool. From the very first day, they have shown incredible patience, warmth, and dedication to caring for my child. They create an environment that feels safe, nurturing, and fun -- a place where children truly want to learn and grow. What stands out most is how attentive Ms Kathy, Ms Marrisa are to each child's needs. Whether it's helping with social skills, encouraging creativity, or supporting milestones, the teachers here always go the extra mile. I've seen my child grow more confident, curious, and independent since starting here, and I credit so much of that to their guidance and encouragement. I would like thanks Ms Myra J and Ms Katalina for providing the exceptional care well. Communication with parents is also excellent. The teachers keep us updated about daily activities, progress, and little moments that mean so much. It's clear that they don't just see this as a job -- they genuinely care about the children and treat them like family. I am deeply grateful for everything the teachers do each day. Knowing my child is in such capable and loving hands gives me incredible peace of mind. read more

We feel very fortunate that our daughter has Miss Renuga Vaithilingam as her teacher. She is extremely sincere and caring, always making sure the students feel supported and understood. I especially appreciate the way she teaches at the students' own pace, ensuring they not only learn but also enjoy the process. My daughter feels happy and confident in her class, and as a parent, that means the world to me. We are truly grateful for the dedication and personal attention she gives to her students. read more

Great school for the little ones with an amazing faculty who help to build their confidence and nurture their skills. Teachers like Ms. Sudha, Ms. Sonal, Ms. Jacky and Ms. Nancy are so patient with the kids and teach them the fundamentals. read more

Our son has been attending Merryhill preschool since June, 2025. We are so happy to have teachers like Ms.Ariel, Ms.Ashley, Ms.Rebecca and Ms.Shanntay for all the love, patience, and care they've shown our child. We've seen such wonderful growth -- his vocabulary and speech has improved so much, and he's becoming more confident each day. The teachers have also been incredibly supportive with his potty training, working with us consistently to help him succeed. It makes us so happy that even on weekends, he wakes up asking to go to school -- a true sign that he feels safe, happy, and loved in his classroom. We truly appreciate all the dedication and warmth the teachers bring to their work every day. Thank you for helping him thrive and making his early learning experience such a positive one! A big thank you to the admin team - Ms.Heather, Ms. Vanessa, and Ms. Bella for creating such a fun, engaging, and well-organized environment. The thoughtful activities, creative events, and prompt communication makes us feel so connected and confident that our child is in the best hands. We truly appreciate everything the entire team does to make this preschool such a joyful and nurturing place to learn and grow! read more

Our daughter joined this preschool at age 3, and it has been a wonderful experience. She was in Ms. Mayra and Ms. Sudha's class, and they have been incredibly caring, patient, and nurturing. Ms. Sonal is another teacher who was often in her class, and she is always warm and supportive as well. We've seen our daughter grow so much in confidence, learning, and friendships. Truly a fantastic and welcoming environment! read more

The teachers at Merryhill have done a fantastic job with my son in both the infant and the toddler rooms. Ms Kathy, Myra J, Preeti, Jazmine, Katarina, and Marissa are all caring teachers who ensures that our son is not only taken care of but they also teach communication skills that they can bring home to us. I would recommend Merryhill to any family that wants not only care but also learning read more

As a vendor of Merry Hill (Happy Birds performing parrot show), we've been performing for their summer camps for many years. The school principal, Lucia Palmer and her program coordinator, Andrea are consistently organized and knowledgeable. I would also like to praise the teachers with their ability to connect with their students and engage them in learning. read more

Our kid has been going to merryhill preschool for the past 2 years . Currently he is in intermediate class under the care of Ms Renu and Ms Preethi . I must say his language skills have improved and is learning a lot as well . The teachers are kind towards the kids and communicative towards parents and answer our questions patiently . We feel comfortable that our kid is in good hands. His previous teachers include Ms Jing , Ms Marissa, Ms Katalina from toddler class and Ms Ariel, Ms Ashley , Ms Claudia, Ms Valerie , Ms Rebecca , Ms Nghi ,Ms Tierra , Ms Shantay ( quite a few changes in teachers , but they were all nice ) from the beginner class. The teachers supported us / worked with us during potty training . A huge shout out to the principal Ms Heather and front staff. They greet us with a smile even though they are very busy . The school hosts events and fun activities like petting zoo , amazing athletes , Christmas events etc. In addition to academics , they focus on overall development as well . They have a nice huge play ground for each class . read more

My child has now been at Merryhill infant center for about 10 months. He started at just 3 months old, I was nervous and scared, but as a working mom I had no choice but to go back to work...The infant teachers were nothing but sweet to both me and my child. my nervousness started fading away and I felt more comfortable dropping him off everyday. his teachers hardly miss school, and if they do there's always a familiar face to greet him..I get endless amounts of pictures to share with family or to make my working day feel better..The school sets up so many events, that is understandably more suitable for the toddlers and up but it has build the excitement for when my child goes to the next class. thank you Ms Kathy, Ms Mayra, and Ms. Maria Luisa for being wonderful teachers and for taking great care of my child.the office staff is also wonderful we see them every morning and evening..the center definitely feels like a family, like a warm welcoming community. I would definitely recommend to other families. read more

Amazing staff and leadership, which makes great and open-minded students. Facility is nice, spacious, airy, and clean for kids to feel comfortable yet cozy. They do wonderful job with the programs, activities and events held for students. Communication via the app and photos of the students to the parents are most helpful while sufficing the parent's need to be involved. Teacher are great in terms of accommodating needs of parents as well as trying to closely know their students well as evident in the student progress reports. read more

I was referred to Merryhill by co-workers that had their kids there for several years. The principal at the San Jose Capitol Ave school moved from the Milpitas school some time in the past year or two and she is wonderful. My 17 month old son has been going there for two months now, and he is growing fast, learning new words, and activities. It took him a few weeks to get used to being there, but I can tell he really loves it now. Looking forward to several enjoyable years with this school and their faculty. read more

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My son went to Merryhill since the age of 4 months. I thought the school was pretty decent until my son reached the age of 1.5 years old. As he approached the high energy and rambunctious age, the teachers were not equipped or educated in dealing with typical toddlers. Quite honestly, he did things toddler boys do. They complained about a 1 year old as if he was a misbehaving 15 year old. I would get calls to pick him up mid-day several times a week. I was perplexed at the actions of the school and the inability of the teachers to deal with a toddler who basically learned the very behavior being displayed from the school! I am not placing blame solely on the school. Being self reflective, I try not to be that parent. Overall, I would not recommend Merryhill school unless your child(ren) are very atypical (low energy and obedient) toddlers. Otherwise, you may be paying to watch your own child. read more

We enrolled our two children at Merryhill and we loved the school until we moved out of the area. We first enrolled our son when we was 16 months old (who stayed there until he had to go to kinder) and then our daughter at just 5 months. The principal, teachers and staff are attentive to both the students' and parents' needs. The teachers make cute Halloween costumes for all the kids and there is a parade for parents/relatives to watch. The teachers also arrange performances during the holiday and spring seasons. Most importantly, I believe they have one of the best curriculum for a private school. Our son learned to write and read a few words before entering kinder at the Merryhill Elementary. BTW, if you have an older child and a baby, this is a convenient location since the preschool and elementary are in the same building. read more

My child went to this school for years, it wasn't till the last year and half or so is when we found out our child was being bullied. When we found out we notified the Principal (who is a joke) and that prompted a conference. When asked for a meeting with the parents to discuss what was taking place, the principal advised it was against school policy to meet with the families. The principal also said...I will not give a description of our meeting to any of the other parents Its important not to make anyone feel uncomfortable (so another words who cares about the child who was being bullied) Since the Bulling in the Principal eyes was not considered Bulling she basically swept it under the rug and told us what she is suppose to tell us but did NOTHING ABOUT.....So the kids that where bulling my child had no consequences for their action. This has been a NIGHTMARE to our whole family and traumatizing to our child . We decided to pull our child out of this school and move her to another school in the middle of 5th grade. I STRONGLY suggest you do NOT send your child/children to this school and please spread the word. read more

I would give this school a negative star if yelp has it. Heather is not genuine. My son attended MerryHill for almost a yr. My son got bullied and he used to cry because he didn' t want to go to school in the morning. They allow my son to wonder around the classroom a few times I visited there. We were doing thru a divorce and my son had a lot of emotions and it was a though time for my son. They recommended that my son goes to therapy and we did. Within a few weeks of getting my son help, principal said that they can't accommodate my son in their school. I feel like the school is not coming from a place of love and support. My son has Adhd. Each morning after "good morning" next question is " did your so took adhd meds"???? I do not recomemd this school. read more

I learned a few years back to beware of extreme posts (either glowing positive or rampant negative in nature) on Yelp. Some recent 1 Star posts on this school exemplify the need for as critical an eye and objectivity test for Yelp readers. I don't normally post on Yelp, because it does not have objective methods to allow dialog between posters in a manner that mitigates deliberate attempts to color a business in a positive or negative light. But I make an exception in this case, because it would be unfair to readers of these reviews to only read posts that clearly attempt to drive business away from this school. Context is important when seeking information and data about any business. Any single post by any internet stranger is just that.. a single post from a stranger who you know nothing about, much less if they are being factual or not. So I encourage readers to read and review all posts and then test them for accuracy and merit. THEN take time to actually go visit the school, before taking anyone's word for anything. Decide for yourself. My Context: I have a daughter who has been enrolled in Merryhill San Jose K-5 for five years now. 1) Bullying. I can absolutely attest, personally, that bullying of any kind is not permitted or tolerated at Merryhill San Jose. The staff at this school cannot guarantee that no child will attempt to bully another child at any given moment in the day. Children will be children. But I can assure readers here that they do not tolerate bullying of any kind, physical or mental, nor do they permit or condone any form of intimidation. They are both proactive and fair about how they handle and resolve any conflict that might arise between children. If only public schools were as diligent about this serious issue. But don't take my word, or anyone elses on such an important matter, take time to go and evaluate the school for yourself. 2) Academics. Unlike many public schools these days in California, Merryhill schools (and Noble Learning, the parent company) do not teach-2-test. They are focused on modern and effective learning methods and practices and applying these practices and methods to insure your child is working at, or above, grade level. They use an independent testing agency (Stanford Achievement Test Series) and all score results are presented to the parent in detail at the end of each year. While all children are different, and have different abilities and challenges, one thing I can state from personal experience over the last 5 years is that my daughter tests above grade level consistently on her Stanford tests. But, please, do not take my word for this, or anyone elses, take time to visit and evaluate the school yourself, with your own eyes, ears, and questions. 3) There Is Much More Then Academics. Let's be honest... it's not that hard to find great academics in private schools in the valley here. It is the nature of private schools to differentiate themselves from public school via strong academic programs. But our children, in my opinion, need and deserve more from private education then just solid academics. When seeking a private school for my daughters a number of years back, I wanted a school that would give my daughter a very well rounded learning experience. It is why we choose Merryhill, and in particular Merryhill San Jose. Children learn not just academics but also social awareness, ethics, responsibility, community, teamwork, and mutual support for each other. In other words, they learn to be healthy productive human beings on a lot of interaction levels beyond just strong academics. But again, don't my word for it, any other strangers word for anything. It's your child... take the time to visit and critically evaluate the school if you want to understand what it offers for your child. In closing, I rate this school very highly for its total educational program for the children. Not perfect, no school is, which is why I give if a solid 4 stars. I encourage any parent seeking a private school for their child to do more then simply review based on random review comments from strangers on the internet. Take actual time to visit and evaluate the school, the staff, the campus, and the details of the educational programs. read more

There is some good foundations to the academics of this school that comes from "corporate" but in my experience it is poorly executed at this school in both the preschool and elementary school. There are some very good staff here and there are some very poor staff as well. There are also several who are really great, loving, hardworking daycare providers but don't bring much as far as enriching the academics of the preschool program. The facility is in poor condition. Quite frankly to me it looks dark and dirty. One plus is that they have several "tenured" staff members who have been there for a long time. On one hand that is great but on the other hand, I think they may need some fresh faces in there. I heard this was a small family owned business before it was acquired by a big corporation. To me, it has the feel of a small family run daycare, and not in a good way. I think the teachers are undereducated and probably underpaid which is why it is probably hard for them to get a good quality staff. Many of the teachers seem to be there more because its the only thing they have ever known, rather than because they really want to be there. Also, when talking to them I sense a negative feeling about what they call "corporate". They don't seem to love their company and be proud of it, they seem to resent it. Again, the staff are nice, friendly good people. I just don't think I trust them enough to continue letting them "educate" my child. They have nice marketing materials in and outside the classroom that help make their program look polished, but when you take a deeper look into what they actually do versus what they say they do, it just doesn't add up. read more

The amount these children learn is absolutely amazing. The staff is loving and caring. My child was more than ready for kindergarten. She was learning public and local private school curriculum here. read more

Our son went to this school. He was diagnosed with ADHD and other behavior issues. Ms Sharmin was very loving and care for our son. She is very patient and try their hardest to help our son. They would write daily reports just so I know how he is doing. Heather was very helpful as well. She would keep us update during the day to see how he was doing We appreciate their staff and their loving tender care my son has received. read more

Way over-priced. They are scammers. You'll pay tutition for the days that the school is closed. They are nothing more than a business with good kids and parents who earn decent wages. Thus, they look like they are doing a wonderful job. Their teachers can hardly write and speak English correctly. They are extremely under-paid. There are many non- credentialed teachers there and teachers who have expired or out-dated ones. Just check on the CTC's website https://teachercred.ctc.ca.gov/teachers/index.jsp. I have been in education for many years. I know their game! Not a private school. It is a business, simple as that. read more

My son went to the preschool during 2014-15. The principal and all the teachers were excellent. Academics, discipline and other activities were all great! read more

I feel really blessed to be able to send my son to this school. He has been here since he was 1 yr. and 3 months old. He is now two years and four months old and knows his ABC's, he can distinguish shapes, colors and he is really advanced for this age. He loves to read and dance and play and I know that Merryhill has had a lot to do with his development. The teachers are great and they love my baby. Someone wrote something about the teachers barely being able to speak english (which to me is a very ignorant comment!!) but you know what there is a bit of everything in this school and they teach our kids WELL!! Not only that but they love our kids and that is worth a lot to any parent!! My son is in the green room now, we are working on potty training with him and his teachers are very patient with him so for those thinking about sending their kids here go for it! It is the best check you will write every week! The best to you! read more