Our son attended Newport Ave Preschool for two years (from age 3 to 5) and we have nothing but…read morewonderful memories of his time there. We wanted him to take his next steps with learning and experience things beyond what we could offer him at home. He got exactly that and then some. His teachers did a fantastic job getting him through the Pre-K and TK curricula; we still have a lot of his old school work showing how much he had learned and how much practice he had gotten. He would frequently speak fondly of his last teacher, Ms. Jackie, as well as the friends he played with at school. There was a classmate he would refer to as "Melon" that we think was his best friend and we thought it was so cute. We'd like to give our thanks to all of his teachers - Ms. Jackie, Ms. Emily, Ms. Nikki, and Ms. Bella! He really enjoyed the variety of extra curricular activities offered at Newport Ave, like dance, music, soccer (his favorite), arts and crafts, and taekwondo (his other favorite). As parents, some of our favorite things include the winter holiday performances, the picture updates on Remind showing what everyone is up to throughout the day, and the final letters from all the teachers he had connected with over the years. Ms. Mayra was a pleasure to talk to when dropping him off in the morning, as were the other teachers when picking him up at the gate. Communication over the Remind app is super simple and responses tend to be very quick. Since starting kindergarten, Nate has become a top performer in his class, and we believe Newport Ave Preschool deserves a great deal of the credit for that. We're so grateful for everything this school gave him.

Ms. Tere in the toddler room is great. My daughter has a hard time letting go of me with anyone but…read morewith the teachers at Newport she is always willing to go which says a lot. She is always happy when i pick her up and she has picked up a lot of new songs, letters, tracing and counting skills. She is now interested in reading books at home and has improve her vocabulary. I also love that they speak spanish and english to her.

I feel so thankful to have found Paradise Kids. We've been sending our son since he was 6 months…read moreold, and it was nerve-wracking to leave him say the least. But our son has been there almost a year now, and he has thrived since he has been in Marjan and Ms. Niharika's care. 1. The moment we toured Paradise Kids we loved the cozy, clean room and outside play area. We happened to visit at lunch, and 7 kids were eating calmly and happily looking at us, 4 in high chairs. How?? Are they magicians? I was very impressed with the care each one was receiving and clearly there was a great routine in place for so many kids to be orderly. 2. And speaking of lunch, all meals are nutritious and prepared by the caregivers. They are offered lots of fruits and vegetables with different proteins. My son lovesss eating there. One downside is that my bland cooking is no match for the food at daycare so I've had to step it up at home. 3. We toured several OC daycares and went with an in-home daycare because we wanted a smaller facility. We were told by our friends that when our son starts daycare we should expect him to be sick all the time. He has been sick a few times but nothing serious and definitely not often. I attribute it to the small number of toddlers and Marjan's clean home (and his regular vaccines of course). As I said before, my son is thriving and loves seeing his friends and teachers. It wasn't my choice to send him so young, but as it is I am so thankful for Marjan and Ms. Niharika for treating him with so much love and care. I highly recommend Paradise Kids if you're in need of a great daycare!

My husband and I had been searching desperately for childcare, wherein we could entrust our then 11…read moremonth old son, and happened to come across Paradise Kids via Yelp. We got to tour and speak with the owner, Ms. Marjan, and quickly came to peace of mind when we saw the set up and the kids + Ms. Marjan and Ms. Niharika, her associate, interacting with each other in the backyard during playtime. Safety (and trust) was of course our number one priority, but beyond that, Ms. Marjan sealed the deal with the wealth of information she shared on how she runs her in-home daycare. We left the meeting/tour feeling like there were no unanswered questions, and confident that our son would be in the best care between Ms. Marjan and Ms. Niharika. Throughout our time together, Ms. Marjan was flexible, understanding and attentive to details/a great listener. Accommodations were made to adhere to Luca's specific dietary needs, and we knew from Luca's afternoon bowel movements that he was chowing down his daycare provided meals (mostly organic and all homemade!). Though our time was short, we're so lucky to have found this gem - organized and structured, but also with lots of room and encouragement for creativity, which allowed our son to grow and thrive! Paradise Kids is truly a paradise, and we feel everything was done in the best interest of our little boy. He has made new friends, flourished in his milestones - walking and talking, and created priceless memories here. We thank Ms. Marjan, Ms. Niharika, and the whole Paradise Kids family for helping shape the special little person that he is today, and for truly making us feel like an extension of this family.

Absolutely a million times the best preschool you will ever find! A dream come true!…read more 3 kids went there and I can't wait to send my 4th! I love this place, the people and their way of thinking!! enroll now! Don't wait!

My son has been going to Tustin Preschool since late 2022 and is currently in his 2nd year of…read moreschool with them. We love it so much and I couldn't be happier with them! WHAT WE LOVE: - The teachers have been here for years and have their process down and work with all the kids so well. The kids love all of them! - Competitively priced AND they provide you with 1/2 of the weekly tuition if you're going to be out for the whole week! - They provide breakfast, snack, lunch and afternoon snack! Most kids still pack a few extra snacks, but saves me time, stress and money! You can also bring your own lunch if your kid wants something specific...they post the menu every week. - They open early AND close later than most preschools that I found! This was much needed for me and my husbands work schedule - They have a great outdoor play area for the kids! - My son brings home so many projects he works on and has been learning so much academically as well! - As working parents we don't have a lot of time to do extras...they require very minimal assistance from us! For holiday parties, we can easily sign up to bring things...but no after-school events/performances/spirit weeks where we need to dress up the kids everyday! For us, that works best for our situation and we appreciate it :)

Update from last review…read more The owner really tries to do her best. However, the sitters are hit or miss. Sometimes the sitters do an excellent job, show up on time, and engage my child. Other times, they're on their phones, barely paying attention, and lets my child do dangerous things. However, the most frustrating part of this is not knowing whether the sitter will show up or not. So often, we will have a sitter confirmed just to have them cancel last minute (1-2 hours before the session). This is problematic because once a sitter claims an appointment, other sitters can't claim it. So when there is a last minute cancellation, we are just screwed. Not sure why these sitters are so poorly trained and have so many commitment issues. But having a babysitting service be so unreliable is a huge red flag.

Cassidy the scheduling manager is AMAZING. We require respite services for our autistic son and she…read morealways makes sure we have a provider that can accommodate his needs. We have been using this service for years and Cassidy is always available to schedule a qualified provider, even in last minute situations. I highly recommend H&L Children Services.

Final review for this location. I recently transferred my…read moreson to a different location. It was an easy decision to make after the lack of communication the staff had with dad and I and amongst themselves on multiple occasions. I do wish the team at this location had more communication with one another and better training in urgent situations. Overall my son got multiple bite marks in his early years here, a cracked elbow, and most recently 5 stitches to his chin after being pushed by another child during play time. Accidents do happen but the way incidents always got minimized or met with lack of urgency and reports hardly matched what was described verbally is what really sucked. I did have some teachers who I liked and really liked that it was Spanish and English being taught at times. But overall I wouldn't recommend this location to family or friends. There's room for improvement and accountability at this location.

My daughter attended here the past 6 months. Our experience has been great thus far…read more Pros: separate classrooms for different age groups, some places we tour only have dividers between the classes. The facility is clean and well kept. Teachers were all very sweet and accommodating, she comes home singing new songs and dances. They provide lunch and snacks so I didn't have to pack, which was great. She usually comes home with a new hairstyle nearly everyday, which is amazing since she would never sit still long enough for me to do her hair, it takes some serious skills and patience to do her hair as well as her teachers did, thank you. Cons: there really isn't much. Most notably though being the camera. It was a big selling point for me, but the images often are very blurry, could hardly make out which one is my child, has to put colorful bows in her hair just to pick her out from the crowd. Even then, can't really tell whether she's laughing, upset. Just a blurry figure. Another cons being that they consolidate the classes later in the evening without really giving a proper sign out to the other teachers. It seldom happens, but a few times I've picked up my child and there's a bruise or some sort of injuries, which happens and expected since she's a toddler, but kinda upsetting when I ask what happened and the teacher kinda shrugged and said she didn't watch her earlier so has no idea. Overall though we enjoy our time here and would definitely still considers kiddie academy.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at The Goddard School of Tustin!…read moreFrom the very beginning, everyone made us feel so welcome, and the teachers have been incredibly kind, patient, and caring. We feel especially lucky that our daughter had Miss Fariba and Miss Taraneh as her teachers. Since they speak her native language, they gave her a wonderful sense of comfort and familiarity that made her transition so much easier. We were honestly amazed by how quickly she adjusted. Within just one week, she felt completely comfortable and happy. As parents, there's nothing more reassuring than seeing your child genuinely excited to go to school every day. We are also extremely impressed with the educational program. The curriculum is engaging, age-appropriate, and thoughtfully designed. Every day our daughter comes home having learned something new through fun, creative, and hands-on activities. It's clear that the school focuses not only on helping children feel loved and safe but also on encouraging their curiosity, confidence, and development. Thank you, Miss Fariba, Miss Taraneh, and the entire team at The Goddard School of Tustin for creating such a warm, loving, and enriching environment. We are truly grateful and highly recommend this school to any family looking for a place where their child will feel safe, happy, loved, and inspired to learn.

We feel incredibly fortunate to be part of The Goddard School of Tustin. This school has exceeded…read moreour expectations in every way, and the teachers in particular are getting five stars--if not more. The owner, Ms Preeti, and Director, Ms Chelsea, are truly exceptional. They are often walking the halls, checking in on classrooms, and are always approachable, warm, and genuinely invested in the community. Each month there are engaging activities for both children and parents, creating a strong sense of connection and involvement. We are especially grateful for our teachers Ms. Tahareh and Ms. Fariba. Every day we are greeted with warmth and excitement. They go above and beyond and are incredibly dedicated educators. The curriculum is thoughtful, STEAM-focused, and always engaging. They always give detailed updates and share many photos that show how much they care about the kids. After just a few months, we were amazed to receive a large box filled with all of the crafts and activities completed--it was incredible to see the growth in just a few months! We also love the small cultural touches woven into the classroom experiences, along with hands-on learning like their class garden, where children help grow and harvest vegetables. Additional highlights include visits from real-life professionals (such as dentists, doctors, and even a beekeeper!), opportunities for parent involvement, and the convenience of provided snacks and optional hot lunch. The facilities are clean and modern, and the shaded outdoor playground offers plenty of space for children to run and play. We couldn't ask for a better environment for our child!

There are truly not enough words to express how grateful I am for Mays. As a working single mom,…read morethere is no greater gift than knowing your children are safe, loved, and genuinely cared for while you're away. In many ways, Mays and Nora spend more waking hours with my children than I do during the week, and that level of trust is something I never take for granted. My son has absolutely thrived in her care. He loves going every day, has made wonderful friends, and is always excited to tell me about the fun activities, holiday celebrations, and special moments they share. My daughter has also grown so much since starting with Ms. Jubran. Watching her confidence, social skills, and development flourish has been incredible. What makes Ms. Jubran so special is that this isn't just a daycare, it's a second home. They love these children as if they were their own. Every child receives individual attention because she keeps her program small, and you can see the difference that makes. Thank you for everything that you do.

Our son has been going to Mays since infancy, and as first time parents having such a reliable and…read moreamazing daycare was such a huge benefit to us. Mays brings a high level of kindness to our son, and it shows in how he is around her! She has always prioritized safety and education at an early age, and has a steady form of communication of anything concerning. Having our son at this daycare is invaluable, and we've recommended her to many of our friends in the area.

Valerie's daycare is one of the greatest gifts to my life! The culture of the daycare is one of…read morecalm and joy. I genuinely feel relieved and trusting leaving my daughter with Valerie and her team. I take advice for feeding and napping from Valerie because she knows my daughter so well. I cannot thank my lucky stars enough for Valerie!

Absolutely love Valerie and her daycare! We have been going here for over a year and we can't…read morerecommend it enough. Our son has had no issues being here and is so happy to go every day. Valerie sends us weekly menus and pictures constantly to keep us in the loop. Our son has learned so much from coming here and socializing with all his little friends. They do little celebrations for holidays and make crafts for them. She has a great playroom set up for the kiddos and they do have outdoor fun as well.