I've purposely held off on writing this review because I feel it is important to get as close to…read morethe full picture, before spreading the word (whether good or bad). Especially when it comes to a service or program that involves children. When I was searching around months ago for an educational toddler daycare I researched about a dozen places and actually reached out to maybe half of them. Something that I was thoroughly surprised about was the poor customer service I received. Whether it was severely delayed responses, terse and rude responses or no response at all ...I experienced it. Wendy Spencer the Director/Owner of Woodcreek Montessori responded quickly and was very cordial. In addition to the customer service being on point, I quickly found out that the price was right. In regards to the other sketchy places: I get that anything involving kids can be pricey but when you couple that with poor customer service I would have been an idiot to send any sort of money their way, let alone my offspring! For example the Montessori school that is no more than a mile away from home, never responded to an inquiry I sent via their website, then when I called it sounded chaotic and it didn't help the lady who barely spoke a word of English (not to mention they were twice as expensive as Woodcreek Montessori). Please, no and thank you. Getting beyond the research phase, Wendy was phenomenal throughout the entire enrollment process as well. Informative and patient is exactly what the doctor ordered for someone going through it all for the first time. It is nice to encounter folks who are cognizant of the typical concerns and fears us newbies face and she showed nothing but understanding and patience for my seemingly endless questions. And it wasn't even like they were hurting for business, my kid was on a waiting list for the days we wanted! You know what I am getting at? Some business will be over the top friendly because they need the numbers to add up at the end of the month, not the case here. We pick up a happy, fed, educated and WORN OUT kid. Talk about a priceless scenario.

I can't recommend this place as a parent. In my experience Wendy puts her own personal schedule…read morefirst vs that of the schools. The other thing I have experienced is that she selectively chooses certain types of children for her class. So if your child does not fit her "profile" expects to be looking elsewhere with little to no notice. This was extremely disappointing. My children are flourishing elsewhere.

UPDATE 2 - While I respect that some families may have had positive experiences, it is important to…read morerecognize that not every parent or child undergoes the same kind of treatment, communication, or support from lead teachers. One parent's positive experience should not be used to dismiss or respond to concerns raised by other affected parents. There is no need to invalidate someone else's experience when the focus should simply be on sharing one's own. In our experience, concerns regarding ADHD and behavioral differences were discussed, but what was difficult was how those concerns were approached. Sensitive matters involving a child's struggles should remain professional and parent-centered, rather than becoming discussion points in ways that affect relationships with other families whose children were friends with mine. I have heard two of the parents approach me and letting me know that my child's conditions were discussed with them and told their kids not to be friends with him. Despite being uncomfortable and concerned, they informed me about this so I would be aware of it. What became especially concerning was when my child began coming home visibly distressed, crying, and repeatedly expressing that he felt pressured by the green class teacher into accepting the blame for an incident he consistently said he did not do. From our perspective as parents, it appeared that instead of carefully understanding the situation, there were moments where he felt pushed to agree with accusations or accept responsibility despite insisting otherwise. Watching a young child become emotionally distressed to the point of crying at home and describing feeling pressured in this way significantly escalated our concerns and aggravated an already difficult situation. More importantly, identifying concerns should also come with meaningful support and guidance. Instead of collaborative strategies, accommodations, or support to help my child succeed, it often felt like the child was only commented on having ADHD and also blamed for behaviors -- such as moving quickly through activities or transitioning to another task instead of staying engaged in one work for extended periods. Expecting a young child to remain focused on a single activity for more than 30 minutes without understanding developmental needs or learning differences did not feel supportive. When I approached the lead Green Class teacher to discuss how we speak to and guide our child when he was not listening, I was told that she had significant experience handling children and did not like parents giving suggestions. I found this response dismissive because, during a meeting when we genuinely asked for suggestions or strategies to better support our child, we were told there were none and were instead asked the same question in return. However, when I attempted to offer open suggestions based on what worked for our child, this was the response I received. This felt particularly concerning when it already seemed as though there were ongoing struggles in understanding, handling, and supporting our child's individual needs rather than working collaboratively to help him succeed. Comparing a 6-year-old child to a younger child, such as a 4-year-old, was also unhelpful and discouraging. Every child develops differently, and comparisons do not provide constructive support or understanding for a child's unique strengths and challenges.

A year before joining RMA I started asking moms in the community where their children go to…read morepreschool and if they like it, and time and time again RMA came up as being the go to preschool in the area. They have a waitlist for a reason. The grounds are beautiful with open space for kids to play and there are two locked entry points w security codes to get in; the grounds are fenced to keep kids safe. The classrooms are clean and Montessori educational items are placed at eye level accessible for children to interact with. Montessori language, such as calling the activities "jobs," is used, along with the traditional "walk around the sun" ceremony that takes place on a child's birthday. The school uses an app to communicate with parents showing pictures of their child during the day so you know what they're working on. I made it a point to check in w teachers at drop off/pick up time so there was always clear communication and collaboration with the school. The staff were all professional and kind in our experience. Our child has grown so much in the years we have been at RMA. At a recent elementary school assessment we were told she scored a grade level above academically on the kindergarten readiness test. Our child loves science after having weekly hands on science experiments in the classroom; she mastered letter and number recognition; she can write her name and has developed critical thinking skills thanks to her teachers and a school environment that encourages curiosity. The performances the school puts on throughout the year are really precious. The kids work hard at learning the songs and a lot of care goes into the events. I don't know the circumstances behind the negative reviews here, but I fully respect that Ms. Janet does not air any dirty laundry on a public forum like this. All I know is that RMA has a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy environment for the children enrolled, and from our own individual experience, they have done so. Our experience with RMA has been nothing but heartwarming and positive and we will miss it.

Please read if you're a parent considering this school!!…read more Today my newly diagnosed Level 1 autistic son was kicked out of The Goddard School in Roseville, and I'm honestly still trying to process it. I am heartbroken, angry, and deeply disappointed. My son is extremely high functioning. We have worked incredibly hard to support him -- I drive two hours twice a week to get him to occupational therapy, he will be receiving ABA support, and we've put countless hours into helping him thrive. Because of that work, he doesn't even qualify for speech therapy. He is a bright, loving, energetic three-year-old who deserves patience and understanding like any other child. Instead, we were essentially told he could not stay unless we provided a full-time one-on-one aide ourselves -- something that would mean paying tuition while also paying privately for someone to supervise him all day. As a parent, there is nothing more painful than watching your child start forming friendships and getting comfortable somewhere, only to be pushed out because he needs a little extra support. If a school is not equipped or willing to support neurodivergent children, families deserve honesty about that from the beginning. It would save parents and children a tremendous amount of heartbreak. Right now my momma heart is just broken. My son deserves a community that sees his potential and supports him -- not one that shuts the door on him. If you're a parent of a neurodivergent or high energy child, walk the other way. Thank you for reading.

We have had all three of our children attend Goddard School at some point over the past 4 years…read more our experience has been wonderful. From the moment we enrolled our oldest child, we felt welcomed and supported by the caring teachers and staff. I really appreciate the communication from staff, the cleanliness of the facility, and the engaging educational activities provided each day. Highly recommend!

We started our son when he was 18 months and he's been loving it since. Mr Yuriy and ms Natalya are…read moresuper loving, kind, and always on top of things. Mr Yuriy's place is very clean and serve home made meals every day. They have a great big backyard with turf that is full of activities and is very clean. Our son always come home clean, happy, full and sleeps a good night sleep also! We've recommended another family here and they're very happy too. Thank you mr Yuriy for everything, we'll be staying with you for a long time!

Bright Beginnings Preschool is an absolute godsend! Mr Yuri and his staff take such good care of…read moreour daughter. She has been there since she was one year old. They do not just watch over your children but teach them to help them succeed! My daughter is so happy and has learned so much ever since she has been enrolled under their care :-)

My son is in the pre-K class at this location and he has picked up so many good habits thanks to…read moreteachers like Tara and Anya who are very friendly and professional. The principal is also very nice here.

My son was in the infant room for only two months this fall. I only switched him because the…read morelogistics of multiple drop offs in Rocklin while living in Lincoln became too demanding on our family's schedule. The school is super clean and welcoming. There were so many activities going on at the school during the time we attended. The principal, Ms. Mo is amazing and great with communication. She makes a point to greet parents and check in regularly. The front desk coordinator (I think she's East Indian) was also very kind and welcoming. I definitely felt I could trust the staff and the morning teachers, Ms. Vanessa, were especially amazing with updates for me. One improvement is more consistency with pictures/updates in the app. The app is also delayed and has some kinks. I think ProCare is a much better app for updates.

This is a full inclusion preschool that invites neurogically different students to learn along with…read moretheir typically developing peers. They provide learning opportunities in the preschool curriculum all the while staffed with credentialed teachers and specialists in the field of speech and language development, an occupational therapist, physical therapist, consultant in the field of orthopedic impairments. Their certificated staff is well trained with lots of experience in typically developing children and children who may have a variety of physical, emotional and neurological challenges.They have on-site administration to support students and program. It is a fun place to learn and have friends, and develop all the skills children need to grow, become more independent with a lot of fun in the mix.

I love this school! My kid would never stay in any other preschools or day cares until Center. They…read morefound a way for him to love it. He runs to school and doesn't want to leave it. He start talking more, he learned to ride a bike! He learned to communicate with children.Thank you so much for everything you guys do! We truly appreciate it!

Was very disappointing. It all started well but we were concerned when we went to fill out further…read morepaper work, when meeting she rushed me out the door and just collected the check. Couldn't contact her through email, or phone (she changed her phone without telling us!) We were so concerned that we enrolled our son else where. We lost our deposit but she lost more from us than that, she lost her good credit. Would you take your son to some one when they take that long to contact you?? We wont.

The owner is a very sweet, and trustworthy individual. She is wonderful with children and goes…read moreabove and beyond in her service as a day care provider.

This is our second year and my daughter loves this school. The teachers are very kinda and patient…read more School is clean and well equipped to keep the kiddos busy and learning while having loads of fun!! Highly recommend Sunflower Preschool!!

Our granddaughter recently completed her Pre K year at Sunflower. The environment is warm and…read morewelcoming! The curriculum is well balanced with a great mix of educational activities and playtime. The school has a great motto of "play with purpose" and it is demonstrated through various activities the children participate in. Our granddaughter thrived at the school. We are so thankful our daughter and son in law found such a kind and nurturing school to kick start our granddaughters education.