We had such a wonderful experience with AlphaBlocks and are so grateful for the care they provided…read moreour daughter. From day one, they made her feel truly at home, which gave us so much peace of mind as parents. Miss Johanna and her team bring so much warmth, patience, and years of experience you can genuinely feel how much they care about each child. Anytime we ran into challenges or had specific needs, they were flexible, communicative, and always willing to work with us to find solutions. That level of partnership meant a lot to our family. AlphaBlocks really hits the sweet spot between affordability, a home-like personalized environment, and high-quality care. The setup is thoughtful, welcoming, and well-run, and the team is incredibly kind and attentive. We recently moved on only because our daughter's needs changed not because of anything lacking here. We would absolutely recommend Alpha Blocks to any family looking for a nurturing, trustworthy daycare with a personal touch. We'll always appreciate the role they played in our daughter's early years. Highly Recommend!

We're so thankful to have found this wonderful daycare for our son. From day one, he absolutely…read moreloved going--and that's a big deal for any parent! Johanna creates such a welcoming and nurturing environment where children can thrive. One of the standout features is the amazing backyard play area. It's spacious, safe, and full of fun activities that encourage kids to explore and enjoy the outdoors. Inside, there's a great selection of toys that kept our son constantly engaged and happy. We always felt confident that he was well cared for and having a great time. If you're looking for a daycare where your child will feel loved, stimulated, and safe, we highly recommend this one!

Choosing Zohreh's Childcare was the best decision we ever made for our family. Our son has attended…read moredaily since he was just 3 months old, and as he officially graduates to head off to kindergarten, we are filled with so much gratitude. Zohreh has truly been a cornerstone of his early development. Zohreh has prepared our child wonderfully for the transition to grade school. Some of the highlights are he's already able to read some words on his own. He can confidently count all the way over 100, Beyond the fantastic academic foundation, Zohreh has fostered a beautiful, warm environment where children genuinely thrive. Our son plays incredibly well with other kids and has developed wonderful social skills, sharing habits, and emotional maturity, all thanks to the positive and supportive atmosphere Zohreh maintains. It is rare to find someone who pours as much love, care, and intentional education into children as Zohreh does. She has given our son the perfect launchpad for his education, and we cannot recommend her childcare highly enough!

It's been 3 years since my last review of Ms. Zohreh's daycare program, and I wanted to update it…read moreto reflect on the abundance and wholesome of care that both my oldest and youngest have been receiving from Ms. Zohreh's kind and warm staff. My oldest will be graduating from the program and entering Pre-K this summer, and I will say it is bittersweet to see her leaving the daycare. However, she has grown so much emotionally, socially, and academically in Ms. Zohreh's daycare program. I am confident she will do exceptionally well in Pre-K, thanks to the skills and education acquired from Ms. Zohreh's daycare!

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.

Nazy and all of the caregivers are gems. Their love for the children under their care is…read moreundeniable. My daughter is greeted each morning as though she is the most important person in the world. When we pick my daughter up, her face is full of calm and happiness. That means the world to us. The environment is bright, clean, and feels like home. Nazy has decades of experience and we value her judgment and wisdom. I have so much trust and respect for Nazy and owe her my heart! We came to Nazy after hearing glowing reviews from multiple friends and colleagues, and hope this review might also help you make the best decision for your child and your family!

BEST DAYCARE EVER! If you've been researching and debating on where to bring your little ones, stop…read morehere! We started bringing our little one to Nazy's when she was around 5 1/2 months old and she's now almost 20 months old and LOVES it there (& so do we! Lol). Not only does Nazy and her assistants take great care of her, but you can tell they genuinely care for her and love what they do. They spend a lot of time playing outside, playing inside, doing arts and crafts, etc. An important thing for us was communication. From the jump, Nazy has always had great communication with us and we have never had any issues. There have been times where we were running late for pick up or had to drop her off a little earlier than usual and Nazy was able to be flexible each time. Being a first time mom, I relied heavily on other people's reviews for daycares/daycare providers. I saw nothing but amazing reviews for Nazy and her assistants. I'm hoping that my review can help another nervous mama feel at ease in making the decision to bring their little one to Nazy's. :) Thank you for being amazing Nazy, we love you!

As first-time daycare parents, we were very nervous about starting daycare, but the experience has…read moreexceeded our expectations. Even after just a few days, our little one has adjusted so much better than we imagined. The owner and staff have been patient, caring, and supportive during the transition. We were honestly amazed that he was able to nap in a sleeping bag alongside the other children, especially since he normally has a very specific routine at home. It almost felt like magic! We know it's still early, but we're so grateful for the care, attention, and reassurance we've received. It's such a relief to see our child feeling comfortable, safe, and excited to go to daycare.

My husband and I could not be happier that we found somewhere as trustworthy and engaging as Little…read moreAngels for our 2.5 year old son. Elle and Azie made the transition to daycare so seamless and provided an abundance of updates about our son's progression to make us completely comfortable. We love the daily updates of the activities that they work on - the crafts are the cutest and really show intention in what the class is learning everyday. The activities are all rooted in some type of development and we love seeing all of the creativity that goes into making each day different and fun. Our son loves outdoor play and the playground set up is really great. Plenty of space and age appropriate toys outside to release his wiggles during their outdoor time. We are truly so fortunate to have found someplace as special as Little Angels! The entire staff takes health and safety seriously and we appreciate all of the coordination and attention to detail. We are so thankful and look forward to bringing our daughter to Little Angels to join our son in the future!

My daughter has been attending Paradise Child Care for 2.5 years and we have had a wonderful…read moreexperience. She has learned so much and she genuinely seems to have a good time while she is there and is always proud of the coloring or letters that she practiced. Shahnaz and her family have been a blessing to me as a single working mom, providing home cooked meals (the home always smells of delicious cooking), providing a safe place that I am comfortable leaving for the day, and always communicating any issues or major illnesses. we will be sad to live them when we eventually graduate to big girl school.

Shahnaz is awesome! My son has been going here since he was just 5-month-old and now he is almost…read more3. My son is always happy to go there and sometimes even reminds me in the morning that he needs to go to school today. That says everything about a daycare! Shahnaz also provides nutritious/yummy breakfast and lunch for the kids and I always smell good food when I drop my son off. That's a big lifesaver for busy working parents like us who really don't have the time to cook big meals in the morning. I sometimes even joke with my family that Shahnaz probably takes better care of my little one than myself :). In summary, we are very glad that we find this reliable and caring daycare in our neighborhood! Thank you, Shahnaz!

Our family has been incredibly blessed to be part of this daycare since my daughter was just 3…read moreyears old. Over the years, it has become so much more than a daycare, it has truly been a second home for her. The love, care, and kindness shown by the staff have made a lasting imprint on my daughter's life. When I asked her who some of her favorite people were, she immediately named Mrs. Jasmine, Mrs. Nadia, Mrs. Myra, Mrs. Emily, Mrs. Kehlani, Mrs. Kathleen, Mr. Bryan, Mrs. Veronica, and even Mr. Dino, the lunch man. That alone speaks volumes about how deeply each of them has impacted her and how lovingly they have treated her every day. I also want to recognize Sarah, the administrative director, who has always been so kind and welcoming. She consistently goes above and beyond, especially during the holidays, putting so much creativity, time, and effort into making the daycare truly light up. The magical moments she creates for the children make such a meaningful difference, and I'm incredibly grateful for the joy and wonder she brings into their days. Knowing my daughter was surrounded by adults who genuinely cared about her well-being gave me complete peace of mind as a parent. We are forever thankful for this amazing team and the role they have played in my daughter's growth and early childhood memories. This daycare will always hold a special place in our hearts, and I highly recommend it to any family looking for a loving, nurturing, and truly exceptional environment for their child.

My children have attended this Kiddie Academy for about five years now. My daughter is five, which…read moremeans she has grown through every milestone here. The love, care, and support she has consistently received are more than we could have hoped for. We recently enrolled her in Pre-K at Culverdale, believing it would best prepare her for kindergarten next year. We quickly realized that was not the case. Academically, she has learned so much at Kiddie that she is already ahead of her peers. Even more important, her social and emotional development has truly thrived here, and that is something we found unmatched. Because of this, we are pulling her from Pre-K at Culverdale this Friday and re-enrolling her at Kiddie Academy in Ms. Kathleen's class on Monday to support her transitional kindergarten needs. My son is autistic with co-occurring ADHD, and as a parent of a child with special needs, finding a safe and trustworthy environment is incredibly difficult. His nervous system challenges can lead to meltdowns, tantrums, and at times self-injurious behaviors. The way the staff, especially Sarah, supports and responds to him with patience, understanding, and care genuinely means the world to us. Watching someone meet your child where they are with compassion is something no parent ever forgets. Lastly, as a LGBT person of color living and working in Irvine, it can sometimes be hard to find an environment that feels truly welcoming rather than simply accepting. At Kiddie Academy, we do not feel like clients using a service. We feel like family. We are beyond grateful for this community and the role it has played in our children's growth.

I did a review 3 years ago here is the newest review! This is such a great school!!!! Parents don't…read moreever hesitate to start your little ones' journey here! (if you can find a spot since there might be line and believe me it will worth to wait) Svitlana is an amazing woman, school is great, and we have been so happy for last 3, 5 years here. My daughter started when she was almost 1 years old today she graduated 3, 5 years later all I can say is how much I appreciate how Svitlana was an amazing idol for her and us. Amazing homemade foods, amazing instructors (Vika also the best!) amazing classes. My little one learned and progressed a lot. Thank you so much! Mila already misses you and her friends

We feel really lucky to have found Redwood Little School for our daughter. From the very first…read morephone call Svetlana was very accommodating and understanding . My daughter went to school for over a year and all this time she enjoyed what they did and learned with great desire. Redwood Little School has a very warm, loving and caring environment for our kids. They have plenty of activities to do every day - circle time, toys, reading stories, art projects, dancing and ballet, and there is a great park where they spend several times in nature. My daughter improved so much in speaking and her social skills interacting with the kids and teachers. Last, but not least the food program is great, balanced, healthy kids menu, soup, fruits and a lot of farmers veggies daily. I felt at ease and knew my child is in great hands at Redwood Little School. Highly recommend!