JCC incorporates fun with a positive experience for a Jewish child. The kids sing, dance, laugh,…read morehave Shabbat, overnights (optional), swim, play outside, play inside...What more can you ask for from Camp? Swim lessons included and a REAL Summer with warm weather. Many of the counselors have been there since they were campers, and that says it all! ** UPDATE: Both of my children have gone there for several years now. I always get thrown off by all of the choices we, as parents, face every year with various summer options. Once again, I am so glad I've resisted every year and sent the kids to Camp Kehillah. The staff is very consistent (still), the days are filled with amazing activities and the program varies for the older kids (offering lots of field trips and age appropriate games).While I love the Jewish aspect, our neighbor has gone who is not Jewish and they also love it feeling it's more community oriented than religious. Overall, an amazing experience.

This was our two kids second summer at Camp Kehillah. And another successful one…read more Some highlights were swimming everyday, the counselors (terrific and really tuned into the kids), and day trips (always the best part of the week to fun destinations like ice skating and Ripley's Believe it or Not...). Tracy is in charge and she always makes me feel like my kids are in wonderful hands. We will be back!

Wilderness Cubs is absolutely amazing--one of the best decisions we've made for our daughter!…read more Living in Marin, we regularly take her hiking, so I was initially hesitant to sign her up. But once we did, we couldn't be happier. Wilderness Cubs isn't just about hiking and running around outside--it's a fully immersive educational experience. Our daughter gets the opportunity to learn about reptiles, amphibians, farm animals, insects, local plant life, and so much more, all while exploring and having fun with her friends. The live animal presentations are incredible, and the amount of information she retains and excitedly shares with us at home makes us feel so lucky to have found this program before she starts elementary school. In addition to hikes and animal visits, the children create nature-themed art projects, read books related to the day's lesson, and learn to identify local birds, animals and plants around Phoenix Lake. I love that now when we go hiking she's is the one telling us and her little sister what type of plant or bird we are looking at. If you'd like your little one to stay longer, there's also a fantastic afterschool program available. Wilderness Cubs has been such a wonderful experience that we're already planning to sign up our younger daughter as soon as she turns three!

Our 3yr old son attends Wilderness Cubs two days a week and he'd like to attend even more! He is…read moreabsolutely thriving being outside for the full class day. They spend their days hiking, learning about nature, interacting with animals, and do the cutest daily projects that are both educational, outdoorsy, and fun. Not to mention getting to hang out at one of the most beautiful trailheads in Marin. Teacher Lesley has created a fun, comfortable, and outdoorsy experience, and our son comes home covered in mud with the biggest smiles on his face every day. It's so fun to see how much our kiddos can learn and enjoy by just being in nature with the class!

My son recently attended a Roots to Branches Summer Camp and loved it. The camp was held throughout…read moreMarin, primarily in the GGNRA/Marin Headlands, a wonderful use of the beautiful area we live in! We recently moved into the area it was a great way for my son to meet new friends in. In addition, the facilitators were awesome, fun, very supportive and helpful. Such a great camp that we look forward to participating in the Roots to Branches yearlong program this year! Thanks!

My soon to be 13 year old son attended this years R2B summer camp and I wish I could give more than…read more5 stars as it really does deserve it. From the time the boys all met up on day one and clicked immediately with Armando taking lead to Zach coming in as well and creating a very different vibe to make the boys feel so welcome. Power tools, Lasar tag, making shelters, building fires, storytelling, and fun games on the beaches of the Marin Headlands were just some of the weeks activities. I have to say my son came home everyday with a smile on his face from ear to ear. He is already asking me when the year long program will begin! Please don't hesitate signing your child up for any program with Roots to Branches as what Armando and Zach are creating for our children as they become young adults in a very different and sometimes challenging world is so very needed and important. Thank you R2B!! Jackie H.

We are in the middle of our 3rd year at SAPS and we've had a wonderful experience. Our son is…read moreincredibly happy and has grown so much in his confidence and preparedness for Kindergarten. He'a had a breadth of learning experiences and projects over his time at SAPS. His curiosity has been constantly sparked by his teachers. They've been supportive and kind as he's grown up there. SAPS is a large preschool with many teachers. I've genuinely appreciated how many staff members know and care for my son. It's given my son a chance to get to know many children at different ages as well. We chose SAPS because of the relaxed atmosphere and great hours for working parents. They went above and beyond what I expected and I am continually grateful we chose to send our son there.

We probably should have gone elsewhere, but we were desperate…read more For reference, we came in to SAPS at the Pre-K (Mighty Oaks) program, so this review is based off of being a new student in their self-contained pre-K program. First off, we had decided to do a week of summer camp prior to starting the school year so my son could get used to the new environment. Our first day, we were not greeted at all or told where we should go. We were lost and the campus is quite large for being a preschool. They house several different ages and so we didn't know where to go. When I picked him up from camp, nobody said bye. We could have been strangers taking a kid and no one would have known. This should have been a red flag to immediately apply elsewhere. But really, there was no where else accepting at the time, so there we went. I never really felt that magical connection we had with his prior preschool (the Pre-K there had run out of spots). Really, I feel a lot of guilt for not doing more research. Some parents I've read had done a year of Kindergarten (which my son age wise qualified for (barely being 5), but emotionally, he was not ready) at a private school and then re-did kindergarten at the public school at age 6. This is a path I only found out about today. Such is life! My son is chugging along, however, I know it's not the magical place of his old preschool. We'll get through it for the next 8 months, and take it with a grain of salt. It'll build resilience. The other students are nice enough and his two teachers are nice enough, but I don't honestly feel like anyone there LOVES their job. At least they don't convey that. It's not as "bubbly" and warm as our other school. My other son will for sure stay where we are at the other preschool for pre-K. But if I had to do it again, we'd go elsewhere. I hope I can help other parents out there. This just wasn't a great fit. I think you need to spend a day and meet the teachers before you enroll. Meet ALL the teachers as they do cover for other classes sometimes. We have our favorites (science for sure). For the price, it's ok, but the nearby (and I mean it's on the same street) private Kindergarten was actually CHEAPER! So that's on me for not even looking or thinking to do a year there instead. All in all it's a learning lesson. It has taught me to do more diligent research on any program my children do. And sometimes you might be better off just waiting.

We've had a really good experience with Flying Dutchman. I like how flexible it is. There are some…read moregymnastics programs in Marin that have waiting lists--I'm not into that kind of extracurricular intensity. Flying Dutchman has open enrollment--you can take it one month at a time any time of the year. My younger daughter wanted to try out gymnastics, but also felt hesitant. I don't think there's anywhere else where we could have started in late spring and committed to only one month. And she was having enough fun to carry on until the end of the school year! Classes were fun and inviting. You pay by the month and get unlimited classes, which makes make up classes really easy. My other favorite thing about Flying Dutchman is how clean it is! I really appreciate that and how seriously hygiene is taken there. The Northgate location is super convenient.

Switching to Flying Dutchman was the best decision for our daughter's gymnastics. We spent a year…read moreat a different program with zero noticeable progress. Within just two weeks here, the difference was remarkable--she achieved significant milestones! On top of the fantastic results, she absolutely loves the teachers, and the entire staff is exceptionally friendly and wonderful with the kids."

My 14 year old daughter grew up at MEGA. She started in regular classes at age 4 and then at 11…read moremade the commitment to join the Junior Olympics (JO) Team. She loves gymnastics because she loves being a part of the MEGA gym. She learned so many important life lessons through her experience. Cassie, the owner, has created a special environment for all kinds of gymnasts. She is a wonderful leader and instructor.

My daughter had private lessons with Cassie during our short visit and she was wonderful and…read moreexceeded our expectations. !! I feel so lucky to have been guided to MEGA and even more lucky to have connected with Cassie. Thank you so much for all you did for my daughter!

I had the absolute pleasure of recently working with Chris and Kami, and WOW, what a dynamic duo!…read moreThey are such incredible people, both personally and professionally, and they show up with such a high level of integrity, professionalism, enthusiasm, kindness, and just a joy to be around. Their admirable and strong work ethic, attention to detail, and thoroughness were so impressive, allowing us to build a very strong partnership every step of the way. They are so genuine and lovely, and I would be honored to work with them again, no matter what the circumstances. A+ in my book!

My son just finished an epic mountain bike camp! I can not say enough about this. My son is shy and…read morecan get easily freaked by heights and such. Both Chris and Kami took him under their wing, made him comfortable, and two days later he was riding some pretty impressive single-track trails. More importantly, he made such progress, was so proud of himself, and developed his mountain biking skills exponentially. Great coaches! Great camp! I would highly highly recommend it!

Amazing teacher and class room fun! Our 2 yo son loved being immersed in Spanish while playing with…read morekids his age. Great music and energy in a beautiful space!

What a gem! The teachers are so nice, supportive, engaging, and amazing energy to have around your…read morelittle one. My daughter does not speak/understand English so I was unsure if it made sense for her. That said, it's still SO much fun and she definitely still enjoyed it. She's 17 months old and daycare was closed for the holidays so she was looking for indoor activities! While the times don't work for us to be regulars, we will definitely look to do drop-ins when daycare is closed.