The care provided at Irvine Child Development center is unmatched…read more They enrich the children so beautifully with arts, learning, education, and the utmost care. My child has learned so much and developed at an appropriate level thanks to the leadership and skill of each teacher.

We have had such an amazing experience at ICDC! My younger kiddo is currently in the Toddler class,…read moreand his emotional-social development is moving along so well. He has opportunities to engage in all kinds of activities and to let his personality shine. The staff are really caring, and many of the staff who are caring for him are the same staff who cared for my daughter, who is 5.5 years older! The consistency in staff is really wonderful to see. My daughter is now in elementary school. She remained at ICDC through their entire program until she went on to Kindergarten, and I truly think part of the reason she did well is because of ICDC. She entered Kindergarten with such amazing social-emotional maturity, curiosity, and knowledge that after the initial few days of adjustment, she was off and running. I am so grateful for this program - they are open for many days of the year, have very flexible hours, and meet each child where they are at developmentally. They also seem to have better staff ratios than other programs I checked out in Irvine.

We enrolled our child at Toddler Town Homeschool Kindergarten when she was around 4-5 years old,…read moreand we are truly grateful for the experience. The teacher is very caring, patient, and attentive, and our child always felt comfortable and loved there. Because it's a small homeschool setting, our child received plenty of personal attention and support. It's also conveniently close to our home, which made daily drop-offs easy. Most importantly, our child enjoyed going every day, which meant a lot to us as parents. We feel thankful to have found such a nurturing place for our child's early education.

We feel incredibly lucky to have found this preschool. Our son has been attending for about nine…read moremonths, and every day he comes home happy and fulfilled. The teachers are warm, thoughtful, and clearly passionate about both academicsand play--they strike that balance perfectly. Highlights so far- They transformed the classroom with adorable play tents so the kids could "go camping" and explore the outdoors indoors. During a travel‑themed month, the children made their own passports and "visited" different countries, learning about traveling, food, and culture along the way. STEM month was another favorite: the kids spent their days building things and discovering how technology and engineering shape the world around them. The school also welcomes parents with regular gatherings, and the community is genuinely kind and involved. We couldn't be happier with our choice--this place has been a wonderful start to our son's education and growth.

We have been thankful for the time our children have had at St Andrews. Each child is different and…read moreresponds differently to daycare services, so these reviews are really for you as parents to understand the offerings the schools provides and if check it out if it's a fit for your child. The teachers we encountered are great and I am forever grateful for them. My son started off in the babies room and we chose it cause it was (at the time) the only school that allowed me to come in and continue to breastfeed my baby during my lunch break. Apparently, before COVID that was rare. My kids returned a year after COVID and going to a different preschool for a brief moment. They loved their teachers. To this day- these teachers are among their favorite Ms. Shakina, Ms. Lorraine, Ms. Cece and Ms. Evelyn. They have all taken the time to work with our children, prepared them for Kindergarten and gave them the space to thrive and grow in a loving environment. Class sizes are small and they get the attention they need. They also serve nutritious and delicious breakfast, lunch and snack for the children and accommodated to allergies. They ate a variety of food beside peers which made them adventurous to try new foods. Mr. Michael's music program is amazing and my kids took piano lessons during school hours. They also had soccer shots program during school hours (which set the foundation for my son to get into club soccer). My niece who also attended did dance and gymnastics at the school during school hours. Twice a year they hold a musical performance and throughout the year, families would be invited back for multiple festivals including ones that show off the child's work. Almost once a month there was some type of event. The older kids also have field trips to sing at the local retirement homes. Here I know exactly where our money is going and appreciate how it's being used. Childcare nowadays is so expensive and knowing how they are spending the money makes you appreciate their leadership. We are grateful to have children who are alumni in this school.

Unfortunately, after 4 years of our son attending SACC, I have to update my review. I'm not going…read moreto go into the full details here because it's a personal matter. But it's important to note that we had fantastic experiences with the TEACHERS. This 1 star review is for the admin staff. This school is not equipped to handle children who might need a bit of extra support with neurodiversity or behavior struggles. The admin staff put in the bare minimum effort. While here, we had the following happen: - Admin staff recorded a video of our child having a meltdown as if he was on display instead of intervening, and they sent it to us via their app. - The office space where the admin staff works looks like a hoarder lives there, and they bring children back there if they need to regulate or need time away from their classroom. This area is not child proof at all, and when my son threw a marble it shattered their monitor and we ended up paying almost $1000 out of pocket to replace it. When we asked for the old monitor so we could try to fix it, they didn't reply. - We had our contract terminated with zero warning, while we were out of town. We were given a 2 week notice to scramble to find new care. We were told that our son was moved to a new classroom as "a final option" but that was never told to us. We had no idea that we were at risk of his care being terminated. Our child was devastated. The teachers also told us that they were NOT informed that this was going to happen. If our child needs extra support (beyond what we already did such as obtain an IEP and send him to ECLC for extra help 3 hours a day) we understand, but the communication was disgusting and disrespectful of the 4 years of time our son has been there. I wrote up a long response to them and it also was ignored. In talking with their contracted behavioral consultant, she agreed that this school does not offer adequate support for children who need extra help with age-appropriate behavior struggles such as the need to regulate their bodies, inability to sit and focus for long periods of time, issues with transitioning between activities, or kids who don't want to nap. If you've got a perfect angel kid and the admin never needs to get involved, SACC is fine. But they're in desperate need of new admin staff. There's a reason they haven't been full for a very long time. I fully expect they'll reply here and misconstrue the truth, and I'm not going to be baited into replying. Just consider I spent $100,000 of my money here and still return with a 1 star. My son is now thriving at a new school, and surprise - he's never missed his bus. They love him and he's had zero behavior issues at his new school in the 6 weeks he's been there.

Our son has been at the school for 3 years and is graduating from kindergarten class soon, the…read moreteachers are caring and great location, would recommend

We've been here 3 years and next week will be my son's last week before graduation. Really like the…read morestaff and teachers here.

My child has had such an amazing experience at this Childtime location. We've been here for over a…read moreyear and my child has been thriving! I love that all the teachers at my child's school knows their name, can share meaningful experiences with them, and really show care to all the children. They have learned so much since they have started and I look forward to seeing their continued growth. Shoutout to her first few teachers Ms. Margaret and both Ms. Mayra's. We love you all

I'm genuinely confused how a daycare that used to have around a 3-star rating could suddenly jump…read moreto 4.5 stars in such a short period of time. Did the leadership change? During the time my child attended this school, they were getting hurt almost daily -- including scratches on the arms or face and bruises on the body. When I asked the teachers, they would apologize but often say they didn't know when or how it happened. On one occasion, when I picked up my child, she was still bleeding, and no first aid had been provided. That was extremely concerning. What concerns me even more is that although there are cameras, the teachers often take the children to areas that seem to be out of camera view, making it impossible to verify what actually happened. Given this experience, I find it hard to understand how the school is now receiving such high ratings, especially when most of the positive reviews appear to be very recent. It does make me question the authenticity of those reviews.

I love love PS family. It is one of the few places that is unique from start to finish: a mix of…read moreMontessori and Reggio Emilia curriculums, multi lingual environment; outrageously fantastic interior design with special places like Self Time Corner, and lunches. I feel so relieved that my daughter is served fresh hot food every day instead of fast food or cold meals. My favorite is Soup Days on Fridays. What's more I see a clear growth path : from preschool to TK - all within PS schools just different locations. I get daily communications from the teachers via Procare app -- simple and convenient. What else can a parent wish for? :)

It's hard to express how grateful we are for everyone working at Pomegranate Schools. Our kids have…read morebeen there for a year. The school's team, Maria, Samantha, Irina, and Ivy, have created an environment that provides much more than just great academics. They have created a second home for our children where they feel loved, respected, and cared for. They wake up every morning with excitement to go to school. Since our children started attending Pomegranate, their childcare-related illnesses have subsided. We attribute that to the perfect cleanliness of the space and the much lower number of children in the group compared to other schools. Ms. Maria cooks homemade, healthy lunches for all kids every single day, and the kids love it. Our children love their teachers, Ms. Irina and Ms. Samantha, and greatly enjoy working with them. They've learned a lot very quickly and seem very excited about the learning process, which feels like play for them. The classrooms are beautiful and cozy. Children literally fall in love with the space the moment they see it. Holidays at Pomegranate are always fun for the kids, with many organized activities (e.g., Santa visiting and giving out presents). We recommend Pomegranate Schools to everyone living in the area. We wish every family and every kid the opportunity to experience a school like that.

Learning Lab is an absolutely wonderful preschool. It offers strong Christian values, a great…read moreeducational program, and a nurturing environment where children truly thrive. My daughter's teachers were amazing--Ms. Rebekah, Ms. Jackie, and the other TAs were so patient, caring, and dedicated. They taught her so much and genuinely cared about her growth, both academically and emotionally. It's clear that everyone at Learning Lab truly loves the children. My daughter absolutely adored her teachers and the entire staff. The owner, Danny, is also fantastic--he genuinely cares about the school and the children and it really shows in everything they do. The only reason we left was because we moved . If you're in the area and looking for a preschool where your child will learn, grow, be surrounded by Christian values, and be genuinely loved, I can't recommend Learning Lab enough.

This school places a strong emphasis on safety, academics, fun with music, Christian values, and…read moremuch more. They are mindful of creating a schedule that works well for working parents; less school closure days than surrounding schools. Events like the kids' fall festival and Christmas program are incredibly thoughtful and go above and beyond what you'd expect from a school. Teachers and administrators clearly love kids. A standout is Ms. Rosanna, who provides frequent daily updates on the app and then a weekly recap report on my child and sometimes even gives gifts. These gestures are not only generous but also show how well she knows my child's interests and what matters to them. Very kind.

We've been at Mini Bambini Daycare for about a year and a half, and we truly couldn't be happier…read more From the very beginning, the environment has felt warm, safe, and thoughtfully organized. The daily activities are engaging and well-planned -- it's clear the kids aren't just being watched, they're learning and growing every day. We've seen real development in our son socially and emotionally since starting here. The caretakers are absolutely amazing. They are patient, attentive, and genuinely care about the children. That peace of mind as a parent is priceless. Another big plus is the food -- it's healthy, fresh, and well prepared. Our son eats very well there, which says a lot. Most importantly, he loves going every single day... and in the evenings he often doesn't want to leave. That alone tells us everything we need to know. We're very grateful to have found Mini Bambini and highly recommend it to any parents looking for a nurturing and positive daycare environment in Irvine.

Anna and Maya are absolute gems. My daughter is always happy, safe, and excited to go, and that…read moremeans everything to me. You can truly feel how much they care. She's learned so much since starting Mini Bambini -- making friends, sharing, and expressing herself. On top of that, their home-cooked meals are amazing: always fresh and nutritious. She comes home smiling, dancing, and full of joy. We're so grateful for them and highly recommend Mini Bambini to any parent looking for a loving, nurturing place for their child.