Ms.Marie is an amazing director she does an amazing job with keeping the school safe & teachers…read morehappy

What a beautiful school, very excited to start my son after the holidays. The Director was so…read morewarm, welcoming and very knowledgeable and educated. The facility is nicely spaced out and was very welcoming. They had a cute little garden, and everything looked clean, organized and very well ran. I highly recommend a tour.

So after a great cup of coffee and a pleasant hike along the back bay of Newport we found this…read morelittle gem with the cutest trails and nature center with waterfalls, native plants for sale and a total escape from the city. If your looking for a tranquil spot to refresh or just a quiet place to walk or maybe a place to bring younger ones to experience what orange county was like...then make this your next adventure.

Took my son for a homeschool field trip and he loved it. Love how they let us touch the animals &…read morewas so sweet about it

Although my son has transferred to another school, but I know I still owe them a good review. My…read moreson is a very special child, and we tried many so-called "popular schools" in the area before, but I later discovered that this school was the best. Irvine Montessori is his first school, because of our good experience, we transferred to Newport Montessori after we went to lots of other schools. If you want your child to grow up in a safe, kind, and loving environment, this is the best choice. My son used to have problems at other schools. He didn't want to go to school in the morning, and he had trouble getting along with his friends. He even liked to push other children. But for some reason, after coming to this school, all his bad behavior disappeared. He was happy to go to school every day. He made many friends at school. Every day when he went to school, many classmates would come and hug him. This was completely the opposite of how he had been described as a monster at other schools. Later I realized that it all depended on the kind teachers in this school. Because of their kindness, every child was taught to treat everyone with kindness. Ms Angela, Ms Emily even his previous teacher Ms Everly. They all so kind. Of course, there are many other kind teachers as well. I would even say that the school owner is really good at hiring; everyone here is kind. Because of my previous experience, you can't imagine how grateful I am to this school. My son has had a truly enjoyable time here. I feel so relaxed. All the anxiety I used to have is gone. Don't assume that just because they aren't as famous as other schools, their academics are inferior. I personally witnessed their professors providing one-on-one academic instruction, something that other schools don't seem to offer. I'm not good at leaving positive reviews. But I feel I have to give them a good review, just to put my mind at ease. Thank you Newport Montessori! If they have an elementary program , we would definitely stay here !

I want to acknowledge that the teachers at this school were exceptional, and even some of the…read moredirectors stood out for their dedication and care. Unfortunately, I can only give this school one star because, over the four years my children were here, I witnessed multiple disturbing incidents where the owner and directors engaged in heated verbal arguments on campus--resulting in at least two directors quitting. The hostile work environment fostered by the owner seems to have caused significant anxiety among the staff, leading to a high turnover rate that ultimately harms the children who form strong attachments to their teachers. As a parent, stability is my top priority when choosing a preschool, which is why I made the difficult decision to pull my children out. If you're looking for a school that operates like a family--a place where employees are valued and the well-being of the staff and students is prioritized--this is not that place. It's deeply concerning that, even after speaking with parents who had children here nearly a decade ago, it seems the same issues persist. In a time when we have the power to choose where to spend our money, I cannot in good conscience support a business that treats its employees so poorly. I sincerely hope the school ownership changes.

Great Pre-school with great staff and educational methods and solid values to educate the next…read moregeneration.

I can't imagine a more nurturing, loving, and caring environment for mothers and young children. It…read moreis a special place for children as well as for parents and I can't recommend it highly enough.

My Son is graduating in a couple weeks from Sunshine and we are so sad. We have thoroughly enjoyed…read moreour time here and will miss Sunshine. Miss Portia and Miss Katie are nothing short of amazing!! Some people are just born to be teachers and they both are. I don't know how they do it. You can actually feel the love they have for each individual child that comes through the doors. My son loves them and tells me he wants to stay at Sunshine and doesn't want to go to kindergarten. I found Sunshine through Google. We came and sat in a class and were blown away. My son took to it like a fish to water and signed him up right there on the spot. I wanted a Co-op preschool. Not just because you can't beat the price, but also I wanted to be able to work in the classroom and see my child grow and flourish. I also loved that Sunshine is like a little community. Every parent there wants the same thing and works together to make sure the children get the most out of their experience. I can honestly say that I have made friendships here that will last a lifetime. Another reason we were sold on Sunshine is the amount of supervision the children get. Not only is there a teacher but also four parents working at all times to help. I know some other preschools that only had one teacher and have heard the horror stories. I always felt like my son was safe when I dropped him off at school and to me that was priceless! We can't wait to come back to Sunshine with our youngest, we would never go anywhere else. Here is their Facebook page so you can see how awesome it is for yourself: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sunshine-Cooperative-Preschool/158238130866862

This school and the wonderful, loving teachers have been the best intro to school (for me and my…read moredaughter!) that I ever could have imagined. My daughter loves school and Miss Crystal so much, and so do I...being able to actively participate in her first years of school has really put my mind at ease! Crystal truly loves these kiddos like her own, and is so patient with them, and from our very first day here, I've felt nothing but 100% trust and peace of mind when my daughter is at school. We still have the rest of this year and next year here before we have to move on to elementary school, and I'm already feeling anxious about leaving Sunshine, Crystal, and Portia! We couldn't be happier!

Have the utmost respect for their whole team. We had a great experience with the whole program…read more From Ms. Samantha always coordinated and updating the heritage family and always keeping us in the loop. To each and every teacher that we encountered. Our child had a great experience, Ms. Madison and Ms. Udeni are great in their own rights. Not only our they educating your child with a focus on academia, but they also have Greta resources and abilities to assist in the emotional development of the children. Our experience was top notch we were there for three years before going into the public school system. We believe that really helped our child transition smoothly from the academic standards that were expected in public school. We have a great deal of respect and admiration for that team. It is small and welcoming, they had our child enjoy learning and develop a strong foundation for learning. Highly recommend!!

Called multiple times to enroll my daughter and they never followed up with me even though they…read moretold me they'd have someone call me back

I don't know where to start, our experience at Gordon Preschool has been beyond phenomenal!…read more Jacqueline and the whole team are so wonderful. Always greeting children with a smile on their faces and making sure our little ones have the best experience in social, emotional and educational development. They are focused on playology, and Jacqueline has mastered play-based learning. On top of that she is so smart, kind and sincerely loves her students and teaching them. The activities are so fun, like smashing hallow eggs with letter to learn the alphabet or matching rocks to outlined shapes. She goes all out on occasions, once she even brought in snow for the kids! Seriously, snow! And they had a blast. Really, she should be teaching others how to teach in the play based way. The kids love her program and her, and benefit greatly from it. My children don't want to leave and have developed so much during their time at the Gordon Preschool. We are so blessed to have met Jacqueline and attended the Gordon Preschool!!!!

Jacqui and Suzann are incredible! My daughter started when she was almost three and had never been…read moreto any kind of daycare or pre-school before. I was apprehensive about how it would go. They took to the time to do a meet and greet and made her feel right at home. We started the next week! She has learned so much, talks about the friends she has at school and requests that we drive by Ms. Jacqui's house whenever we get in the car so she can see pre-school. The creative learning/play schedule that she comes up is really unique. They even brought in real snow for a day! The toddler years are full of so many emotions, so much brain development and honestly every day can be a different challenge. I love that they recognize that and know exactly what they need to do to make the day go smooth for each child. We love Gordon Preschool!

Newport Heights CDC provides an excellent and high quality after schools program year round. The…read moreSummer Camp is so much fun and the kids who I tutor love it. They go on many fun field trips and adventures that the kids adore. The teachers are all awesome especially Miss Valerie and Miss Marsha. I think they are enrolling right now for summer too. It really is so much fun and I cannot recommend it highly enough. I cannot wait to go back and join them this summer to help out on some camp days and trips.

Best place ever! My girls love it!! Miss Marsha and Miss…read moreValerie are so warm and caring. My two girls have been going there for years and its like a home away from home. They help them with homework and always come up with cool clubs and activities. Most importantly, they listen to the kids and give them a vote to include them and make them feel important. Would highly recommend this place. As a mother, its reassuring to know that my girls are in safe hands! My girls give them 2 thumbs up.

Carden Hall has been such a gift to our family. Our oldest daughter started there in 2016 and…read moregraduated in 2025 and we currently have both a daughter and a son enrolled. We couldn't be more thankful for the role this school has played in their lives. Carden Hall lives up to being an island of good. The focus isn't just on academics but on shaping the whole child... strong character and confidence, That kind of environment is rare and it shows in the students. When our daughter moved on to high school it was clear how well prepared she was. She had a solid academic foundation strong study habits and the confidence to handle new situations. That preparation was from the care and consistency of her teachers at Carden Hall. They know these kids so well, support them, and want them to succeed both in and out of the classroom. As parents that kind of genuine investment means everything. We feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the Carden Hall community

Carden Hall is truly a remarkable school--one that not only educates children, but genuinely shapes…read morechildren into confident, compassionate, and capable young people. It has been the perfect fit for my two daughters and I have witnessed this in the 10 years our family has been there. From the moment you step onto campus, you feel a sense of warmth, structure, and tradition that is increasingly rare in today's world. The teachers at Carden Hall are exceptional. They know each child as an individual, and you can feel their dedication in everything they do--from the thoughtful way they teach core subjects to the gentle but firm guidance they give in character and manners. The academics are rigorous without being overwhelming, and the curriculum builds such a strong foundation in writing, reading, and critical thinking that you can see the growth in your child almost immediately, not to forget the incredible time management and organizational skills that are instilled. What I believe truly sets Carden Hall apart is the environment. The school intentionally cultivates kindness, respect, empathy, patriotism and personal responsibility. I see it in my daughters --how they greet adults confidently, how they treat each other with courtesy, and how they carry themselves. It feels like a partnership between school and home, both working toward the same goal: raising well-rounded children who excel academically and personally. In every way--academics, character development, community, and overall child enrichment--Carden Hall has exceeded our expectations. I have seen this first hand as my older daughter has transitioned into high school, well prepared and confident. Choosing Carden Hall is one of the best decisions our family ever made.

I want to be very clear: The teachers and on-site staff at Bright Horizons Newport Beach are…read morephenomenal. They are dedicated, professional educators who have been instrumental in my son's development since 2022. My 1-star review is a direct reflection of the Regional and Corporate Leadership, who have proven to be out of touch, rigid, and entirely dismissive of the families they serve. After four years of loyalty and nearly $97,000 in tuition, we were notified on April 3rd that the center is closing permanently on June 26th. Bright Horizons gave families less than 90 days' notice. In the Newport Beach/Costa Mesa area, registration for reputable TK and summer programs closes in February. By the time they told us, we were already locked out of the market. When I reached out to leadership to collaboratively propose a 34-business-day extension to mid-August--to prevent my child from having to endure three different care transitions in six weeks--I was met with canned, corporate jargon. They refused a 7-week "bridge" extension, citing "staffing stability." They essentially admitted that their own HR logistics are more important than the developmental stability of the children. They are willing to leave families stranded in a childcare desert rather than find a creative solution for 34 days of operations. It is heartbreaking to see such wonderful teachers and students treated like line items on a spreadsheet. Bright Horizons markets itself as a "partner" to working parents, but their actions prove otherwise. They are a massive corporation that will pull the rug out from under your family's life with zero regard for local reality. If you are looking for a childcare provider that values long-term partnership and human stability, look elsewhere. The teachers here deserve better, and the families certainly do too. If your company offers this as a "benefit," be careful. Your child's stability is only guaranteed as long as it fits their "business needs."

I'm a first time mom and was FREAKED about leaving my baby with strangers. I'm sure you parents out…read morethere can relate. I toured 6 or 7 care facilities before I found Bright Horizons. It was the first place that felt like home! I needed care for an infant and they had a large open space that was clean and engaging. What really sold me was the tour given by Miss Ally. She listened to my concerns and ensured me that my child's needs would be met. They didn't require drop off at a certain time. Other centers did. They welcomed updates about sleep, temperament, and would adjust their care accordingly. Awesome. We started when my little one was 10 months old. He is now 15 months and loves daycare! They dance, they play, they learn, they do art. All the caregivers are wonderful. The staff answers questions and will even give advice. They have become trusted partners in raising my child. AND they allow me to switch care days if they have availability. This is something other centers don't offer. I am so lucky to have found Bright Horizons. I wanted the best for my little one. And I found it. :)