My wife and I are so grateful for Highland! Our son transitioned to Highland a couple months ago…read moreand even in that short period of time we've seen such growth. He comes home happy and excited for school. We not only appreciate their philosophy in discipline (which is a positive redirecting approach) and teaching but their creative curriculum and the overall love they have for each student. We look forward to their daily and weekly updates in person, on their app and email. The teachers are warm and kind. We highly recommend Highland for any parent looking for an amazing preschool!

We submitted an application at the beginning of the year and never heard back from them, even after…read morefollowing up multiple times to request updates. If you charge an application fee you should at least grant us the courtesy of calling us and letting us know that our application was not accepted. Thankfully we were able to find daycare for our daughter elsewhere.

PJCC is an amazing community to send your kids to in the peninsula. Teachers are so personable,…read morewarm, patient and attentive - our kid thrived across social, emotional and intellectual areas during his different milestones over the 3 year period at PJCC. The school facilities and activities (e.g. swimming, gardening) offered for kids are beyond par than what we have seen in other schools in the peninsula. Preschool Director Nicole, her admin team and the teachers did a fabulous job in how the school managed to navigate during covid period and they take safety very seriously. The school also offers plenty of opportunities for parents to be involved both with the school and the community- mystery reading, volunteering, informal family meetups. If you're in the peninsula area - PJCC preschool should be a no-brainer.

My eldest son has been attending PJCC since he was two years old, and it's been 1.5 years now. All…read morehis teachers are exceptionally patient, caring, and display remarkable creativity in their daily activities. I'm often impressed by the ingenuity and engagement of these activities. PJCC offers excellent enrichment classes such as music, PE, and gardening, along with ample outdoor time. Their outdoor facilities are outstanding as well. I am very happy they started infant and toddler program last year and I enrolled my younger son in their toddler problem.

Between our two kids, it's our 8th year with CMS! We have experienced all three levels of this…read moreamazing school and there was not a day when we didn't feel lucky for our children to be part of it. Not only is this an authentic AMI school that meticulously follows the Maria Montessori system, but there are also always improvements, creativity, and so much love for the children. The teachers for all levels are exceptional, caring, and nurturing. An excellent staff makes sure all the logistics run smoothly, and our brilliant Principal provides invaluable parent education--whether it's regular informal coffee chats or all-school parent meetings. To top it off, we have a wonderful parent community that grows stronger year after year! Even the youngest kids (Young Children Community, 18m-3y) get to do practical work which helps them become independent and confident. They learn to dress themselves, get gentle toilet training, grow plants, and even make their own pizza every week! Children in the Children's House (3-6y) thrive by doing more practical work, preparing snacks, taking care of the garden, and learning languages. They become efficient readers and are able to write in cursive before they start elementary! Elementary children are instilled with a love of learning and introduced to advanced academics. Being in a multi-age classroom, the kids are trained to be kind and patient with their younger friends. They are exposed to amazing opportunities, from the Montessori Model United Nations in NYC or a trip to Washington, D.C., to taking a trip abroad where they create the itinerary and raise funds all by themselves. The school reinforces the importance of reading and mindfulness regarding screen usage. All learning is done on paper, and children are allowed a modest amount of curated time on school computers.

Our son has been attending Centennial since he was two years old and is now in third grade. Over…read morethe years, we have come to deeply appreciate this wonderful school and the incredible staff who have cared for and guided him every step of the way. Centennial truly feels like a family - a warm, supportive community where our child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally, and where we, as parents, always feel respected and heard. We're so grateful for the love, dedication, and excellence that make this Montessori school such a special place. We look forward to many more joyful years together!

We have been a family at EDS for 14 years - all 4 of our children have attended. My kids have all…read morebeen academically prepared and socially/emotionally developed during their years here. It is important to note that we as parents, love the adult community. I enjoy attending the Day School Parent Association meetings, the family events like Fall Festival and Donut Day, and the adult gatherings like Cheers and the Spring Party. It is a community for the children and the parents.

Good school for neurotypical kids who are into sports, but not for kids who don't fit that mold…read more Small class sizes, supportive teachers, friendly community and fun events are plusses. But the curriculum is inconsistent, there's a high turnover rate, and an appearance driven culture. Lots of talk about diversity, community, SEL but mostly displayed with performative events, not curriculum or genuine fellowship. Changes in administration went from "We'll do whatever is necessary to support him" to "No, if we do that for him, we have to do it for everyone" (and everyone could benefit). With mild ASD, all our son needed was accommodations for field trips, a sensory space to take breaks and explicit SEL for all the students about teasing and bullying. With a high tuition and large administration, we thought we could expect those things, but we couldn't. Even the social connections we and our son made during six years at EDS have nearly all vanished. The school is not what it used to be.

Our son has attended Burlingame Montessori Preschool for the past two years, and I truly cannot…read moreimagine a better first school experience. It was the perfect transition from an in-home daycare to a small, warm, homey, and nurturing preschool before starting Transitional Kindergarten in the public schools. From day one, we felt welcomed into a caring and supportive community. The teachers and staff genuinely know, value, and appreciate each child as an individual. They focus on developing the whole child, and it shows in everything they do. The greatest gift this school gave our son was a strong foundation in social-emotional learning. He learned kindness, courtesy, sharing, empathy, communication, and how to interact respectfully with others. He also developed a deep appreciation for our environment and understands how interconnected we all are. He now reminds us to protect bees and insists on washing his hands thoroughly--small but meaningful examples of the life lessons he brings home every day! Academically, he was encouraged to be an active participant in his own learning through engaging, age-appropriate lessons in math, literacy, science, social studies, art, music, and Spanish. At the same time, the Montessori curriculum helped him build fine and gross motor skills, independence, perseverance, problem-solving abilities, and self-confidence. His love of learning has truly blossomed. As a parent sending my oldest child to school for the first time, I always felt supported, heard, and understood. Communication is outstanding. The school holds thoughtful parent-teacher conferences twice a year, regularly shares photos and updates through the Brightwheel app, and makes it easy to stay connected to your child's day. All four teachers and the director are friendly, highly trained, and approachable. They have always welcomed questions and conversations with kindness and professionalism. There was one occasion when our son was involved in a situation that required teacher intervention. I was incredibly impressed with how thoughtfully and fairly the staff handled it. They responded appropriately to both children involved, communicated openly with the families, and used the situation as a learning opportunity while maintaining clear, respectful expectations. It reinforced my confidence that the staff leads with both compassion and consistency. Beyond the classroom, the school hosts wonderful family events throughout the year that helped my husband and me build friendships with other families, arrange playdates, and feel genuinely connected to the school community. As an elementary school teacher and reading specialist with 18 years of experience, I have high expectations for early childhood education. I can honestly say I could not be happier with our experience at Burlingame Montessori Preschool. I recommend this school wholeheartedly to any family looking for a loving, enriching, and supportive environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We are so grateful for these past two years and only wish we could stay here forever!

My son has been attending Burlingame Montessori for the past two years. The teachers are caring and…read moreamazing. They foster independence and compassion in their students. My son is very happy here.

Our daughter attended La Petite Montessori for the past three years, and our experience has been…read morenothing short of outstanding. The nurturing environment and well-structured curriculum have significantly contributed to her development and growth. From the moment we enrolled her, we were impressed by the personalized attention given to each child. Teacher Nada created an atmosphere where our daughter felt safe, valued, and encouraged to explore her interests.The Montessori method employed by the school fostered a love for learning in our daughter. We saw remarkable improvements in her confidence, problem-solving abilities, and social skills. The hands-on learning approach and the beautiful, organized classroom environment made her excited to go to school every day. She is reading advanced words and sentences at 5 years of age and most importantly has developed a love for books. Communication with parents was excellent. We were kept informed about her progress through regular updates. The school is supportive of working parents. We are deeply grateful to the school for providing such a wonderful start to our daughter's educational journey.. We highly recommend LPM to any parent looking for a place where their child can thrive both academically and personally.

I've sent two children to Nada at La Petite Montessori and have my third on the list to begin once…read moreage appropriate. We couldn't be more appreciative of the support of Nada and her staff over the last few years. As many parents have experienced, their children's abilities and personalities are unique. Nada's approach to integrating my children into the environment and meeting milestones were appropriately varied dependent on the child and developmental stage. Nada's environment is structured and exposes children to developmentally appropriate concepts over time. My five year old entering kindergarten has learned to read age appropriate books and has learned basic math principles including multiplication (I would have never thought to teach multiplication to a five year old). The Montessori environment has also presented the opportunity to learn leadership skills as they grow to be the older children in the classroom. My family participates in Nada's lunch program which includes fresh cooked/prepared lunch daily. Somehow Nada's veggies taste better than mine because they eat the bell peppers at school ‍. We openly recommend La Petite Montessori and are thankful to Nada and her staff for the contributions to our children's development past, present, and future.

Our child has been attending AAF for a few years now, pre, during and now - post pandemic. The…read moreteachers are very thoughtful & and give our child all the attention she needs from the time that she enters and leaves the school. I have seen a real evolution of her behavior and attitude towards school, I feel this is a direct result of the passion of the teachers and their belief in the Montessori system. The location is easy to get to, safe for drop offs and parking is always easy to find. There was a ownership change since we have been there and while that transition was not a pleasant one - the new owners have been keen to address any concerns that we had and have surpassed our expectations. The school is a great choice if you are local and are looking for teachers that care about their students.

This review has been a long time coming…read more My son is starting his 2nd year at AAF and we could not be happier. Ms Debanjali, Ms Swana and Mr. Tamir are really invested in each child and you can tell that they really get to know them as individuals. I can see the growth in my son academically and emotionally. He makes friends so easily, and that was something we were worried about post pandemic. The teachers keep us up to date on our son's development and are open to teachers conferences year round. They really make my son feel special and excited about learning. We are looking forward to this new year!

My son Talin attended Lakeview. The staff is amazing and the care is wonderful…read more He enjoyed the on site programs they offered, soccer, music, it was a great program. Sheila and her team are amazing.

We highly recommend Lakeview Montessori. Our daughter joined when she was a little over 1.5 years…read moreold and stayed for about a year and a half. The reason we had to leave was because we were moving cross country. She quickly loved the school and her teachers - Miss Shweta, Miss Akanksha, as well as all the other teachers in the school. The owner, Miss Sheila, was very supportive and helpful through our time there. She enjoyed going each day, learning, and playing with her friends. They send out a curriculum and a menu each month, so we were aware of what the kids were learning and eating. Overall, it's been a super positive experience for our daughter, and we highly recommend it to other parents looking for a preschool for their children!