We sent both our boys here, one pre Covid and one post Covid. Both times we found a supportive…read morecommunity of caring parents, staff and teachers who share values of generosity, respect for children's development, the importance of civic responsibility, and the value of learning through independent and collaborative play. They were also both very well prepared for kinder when the time came! Any family that I've recommended the school to has raved about their experience and many have said they wished they'd found it sooner for their child or older children. The outdoor spaces are extensive, and the addition of music, dance, STEM, and art classes are great additions to kids' days.

Our family moved to Burbank from the East Coast and were in search of a playbased pre-school for my…read moreson.  We had loved our old pre-school and did not believe we could find a new school that was as loving and enriching as our old one.  Boy were we wrong! BTEE turned out to be a magical place where my son thrived. The school and teachers are warm and loving and the parent community is inviting and fun.  Not only did we find a new school, we found a whole new community and made friends for life. I could not recommend BTEE more.

Amazing preschool and staff. Every teacher we've had between our two boys (over the past 5 years)…read morehas been so nurturing and just the best. My kids rave about them, we do, other parents do as well... and the kids can feel that love which is just the best! The Westin community is such a great group of people who genuinely care. We've been a WestMin family since 2022 and can't say enough. Now that our boys are in TK and 1st, we are attending their summer camp program which is so fun for the littles, and next year you bet we'll be sending our youngest there to start preschool. :)

Westminster Preschool is the best! We have had two children come through their preschool time!! So…read morefar a total of 6 years. The school and all of the teachers are kind and nurturing. It is the perfect place for kids to start to learn and play. When kids have a hard time with drop off they let you stay and make your child comfortable (if that is what you want) they don't push you to do things as they want, they let you make the choices for what is best for you and your child. They are flexible and understanding in a world that isn't always. We couldn't have been happier looking forward to next year when our youngest will start!! Thank you to Kendra and all the teachers at Westminster Preschool!!

Both of our kids went to OVP and we had a great experience. The community, classrooms, and outdoor…read moreplay areas are great and the staff and teachers are extremely caring.

Both my children have attended OVP for two years each and loved their experience. The environment…read moreis loving, safe, and community-driven. I've got very spirited boys and there is a great emphasis on sensory play, outdoor play, and helping the kiddos identify and communicate feelings and needs. The updates in the app are great and make me feel comfy about being tuned into my kid's day. The teachers and directors have always communicated openly and empathetically with me.

We had a birthday celebration here recently and my daughter and all her friends all had a blast…read more The Color Splash team was very attentive and patient with the children. They also went above and beyond to make sure everything looked great and the time spent there was fun and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend!

Beautiful place for birthday parties for boys or girls or mix. Loved the unique idea and the space…read morethat's built just for kids enjoyment. Staff was wonderful especially working with kids hands on. In my opinion, place was very neat,clean, organized for fun at every corner. The best part was that you can sit and take a breather while the children do the activities. I definitely recommend this place to everyone. I had a great experience.

From the very first moment I called Montessori Academy, I knew this was the right place for my…read moredaughter. The care, kindness, and love that she received every single day went far beyond my expectations. The staff truly treat every child like their own, always listening with patience and respect. Two people that stand out in particular are Angela, the director, whose leadership and warmth are unmatched, and Miss Anahe, my daughter's favorite teacher, who poured so much love, encouragement, and guidance into her every day. It gives me peace knowing my daughter spent her early years in an environment that not only educated her academically, but also taught her kindness, love, and how to honor God. As a parent, it makes me a little sad that my daughter has grown and now has to move on to full-time elementary school, because our experience here was truly special. This is by far one of the best schools and childcare services a family could hope for. They don't just "watch" children--they nurture them, teach them, and help them grow in the best way possible. If you are searching for a school that will give your child a strong foundation, surrounded by love and genuine care, I highly recommend Montessori Academy in Glendale. It has been a blessing to our family.

The Montessori Academy has been a great school for our daughter. The staff is very friendly and…read moreattentive to the children. The facility is very clean and I am grateful to have an affordable childcare option in the area.

We have had such a positive experience with Kumon! My son recently reached the Advanced level on…read morehis California reading assessment, and I believe Kumon played an important role in helping him build the strong reading foundation that got him there. Ms. Jenna is a wonderful teacher and always supportive. We're grateful to have found this Kumon center. I highly recommend it to any parent looking to help their child become a more confident learner.

We"ve had such a wonderful experience with Kumon, particularly Ms. Jenna. I can honestly say that…read morethe program has helped my two boys build their confidence, independence, and helped them with their reading and math skills. My boys often tell others that they do well in school "because we go to two schools." They enjoy going, and it's been wonderful to see them excited about learning . Overall the Kumon program has helped my boys develop essential foundational skills that are so crucial at a young age. I highly recommend Kumon. -Lilly

We're so sad that the Saturday Spring 2026 camp is over--and we're really hoping they offer a fall…read moresession! My 7-year-old is in a dual-language first grade class and has had some exposure to Spanish, but Cultural Bytes truly sparked his interest in wanting to learn more. My son has Autism Level 1 and does need some support, so at first I wasn't sure how it would go. We decided to try just one class, and after that very first day, he was already asking to go back. That says everything. We've loved it so much that we enrolled him for the entire summer program. While he's sad that the Saturday class has ended, he's excited to return in the summer. Señora Jackie is wonderful with the children, and the rest of the teachers are just as amazing. I especially appreciate that they fully immerse the kids by speaking only Spanish--it really makes a difference. Highly recommend!

We sent our son to the Spanish Summer Camp at their new location in Burbank and he learned so much!…read moreHe came home singing songs in Spanish to himself and talking to himself in Spanish. After 4 short weeks, the next time he met with his Spanish speaking tutor/babysitter, he was speaking so much more! He has always had good comprehension but hesitated speaking, but now no more! Thank you Cultural Bytes for this great program that you offer!

I had two kids at Mary Alice over the past 6 years…read more Our oldest started during the pandemic, when you had to drop off your little one at the door and a staff member would take their little hand and toddle them off to class. The friendly woman who usually greeted us was Lily, the front desk person at the time. We grew to really trust Lily and she has since become this center's director! Amanda, the director when we started, is now regional director. I cannot say enough good things about them. They orchestrate a complicated environment involving small children, teachers, and parents in a kind and professional way. Lily still takes a moment to say hi at morning dropoff. Her right hand is Priscilla, who was a long time teacher at the school and is incredibly competent. She and Lily manage everything and plan adorable events like Pre-K graduation, Halloween parades, Mothers and Fathers day events, and Christmas recitals. There's a core of amazing teachers here-dedicated folks who have been at the center for years and seem to have endless patience with the kids. As is typical in childcare, there is some turnover outside that core group. There's a strong community at the school, and during our time we were lucky enough to have amazing parents who ran the Boosters organization. The MAOC Boosters is all volunteer and raises extra money for the school, buying new toys, enrichment classes, and equipment, as well as teacher appreciation. Most fun for my family were events like Easter parties, treasure hunts, St. Patrick's Day parties, movie theater rentals... the list goes on. They're great friendship building opportunities for the kids and adults. We've made many family friends at the school over the years. The Boosters is run by volunteers, so I really can't thank them enough. There are five classrooms by age at MOAC and each has their own vibe. Our youngest went through every classroom starting from infants. They're all great. Discovery preschool was always my favorite-a magical time where their little personalities start to really shine, with especially great teachers. Preschool was always a little crazy for us, I think because of the stage of development. Then PreK was great and we had the same three teachers for both kids. I feel like the children started to really learn things in PreK like they're in school. Ms. Emma ran Learning Adventures, an optional extra where she'd pull kids out in a small group to work on letters and words. I think it really made a difference and my kids loved Ms Emma! Here are the cons: Everything everyone has ever told you is true... when you start daycare- anywhere- you and your kid are going to get sick. A LOT in the beginning. Lily and the team will send e-mails updating you on whatever hideous ailment is floating around your kid's classroom. Keep your own kid home when they're sick and trust other parents are doing the same. I promise it slowly gets better. Second con: it's expensive. We spent an arm and a leg over these last six years, several of those years paying for two kids at the same time. The cost slowly decreases depending on the classroom, and starting in Discovery you can do fewer days per week, which are cheaper still. But you're going to want to put that lake house on hold. Also, you'll get a notice of tuition increase every year. Since we started, it's been anywhere from 3-4% per year so factor that in as well. I want to address some negative reviews still floating around online from before we even started at the school. We've been on the waitlist ourselves. The reality is that demand for good daycare is high and outweighs supply. There is also sibling preference for admission (which I completely support). I've seen more than one reviewer allude to the idea that the center is for big shot studio execs or something. I mean, it IS Burbank, CA so there are quite a few people in the entertainment industry but I was still freelance when we started here. One commentator even talked about all the nice cars at drop off (I guess they never saw my 2003 Subaru out there!) In reality, there's a mix of people from different backgrounds and professions. It's not just for the elite. Friendly suggestion for the school: I wish there was a better way to meet new teachers before dropoff. On a couple occasions, an e-mail announced a new person in the classroom. But at dropoff, familiar staff might be busy, leading to an awkward moment introducing yourself while simultaneously peeling a clingy child off of you to give them to this new person you just met. I bet there's a smoother way to do this! Lastly, I just want to thank Lily, Priscilla, Amanda, Emma, Naira, Yara, Marisa, Michele, Patty, Jasmine, Jailene, Jonde, Breanna, Shyan... there's too many people to name from over the years. Just, thank you to the staff. You have my eternal gratitude for helping us raise these children through such a busy, fun, hard, happy, difficult, but beautiful time in our lives.

Loved the Diwali celebration at the Mary Alice O'Connor Family Center! It was a great way for kids…read moreto experience and learn about different cultures. The decorations and activities were beautiful and made the event truly memorable.