My first encounter was with Lizette. Lizette, was the one to give us our very first tour. She was…read moreso friendly and made the whole process feel easy. That first meeting really stuck with me, and it made me feel good about choosing L&P Montessori for my son. Ms. Norma, Ms. Karima, and Ms. Ava have been amazing. They go out of their way to make every child feel comfortable and cared for. My son can be a handful; he's energetic, can be wild at times, and is very selective about the people. They have been nothing but patient and kind with him. I want to comment about Ms. Jackie because I recently saw a negative review about her, and it made me really sad to see what was written about her. It's tough to see something like that written about someone, knowing that words like those can really hurt a person's character and reputation. I've never seen any of the behaviors mentioned in the negative review but only kindness from Ms. Jackie, even the times I would drop off my son and didn't know I was there. She's always sweet and patient, especially with kids who are having a rough morning. My son is talkative and not afraid to speak his mind if something's wrong. If there was ever anything off, my son would be the first to tell me if Ms. Jackie was not nice. Even in the older kids' classrooms, the staff and teachers are friendly, nice, and acknowledges you during drop off/pick-ups. It's a place where I know my son is safe, respected, and genuinely cared for. I'm so glad we found Learn and Play Montessori.

My daughter attended LAPMS for almost 2 years, and this is my updated review based on my…read moreexperience. If you are considering this school, ask yourself these questions: 1. Are you okay with minimal communication? 2. Do you have the time and energy to do your own documentation for incidents involving your child? 3. Are you okay with paying additional fees for dropping off your child 5 minutes early and/or picking up less than 5 minutes late? 4. Is quantity more important than quality? 5. Will you appreciate dealing with a rude and unprofessional site director (Lizette)? 6. Do you like leaving your child with undervalued and unhappy teachers? 7. Would you be okay with other children having "behavioral reports" on record, despite the site director's son's consistent behavioral issues being ignored? 8. Do you appreciate escalating an issue to the site director's boss, only to have it swept under the rug because the two have each other's backs? 9. Do you don't think high turnover of teachers and staff is normal? 10. Are you okay with no transparency and accountability? If you answered "yes" to any or all of the questions above, then this school will be the perfect fit for you and your child! Good luck. Note that if you do have any issues you want to report, it is nearly impossible to find contact information for the appropriate person. It will take some investigative work, so prepare yourself. Again, good luck!

Our daughter has just finished her time at La Casita, after being there for two years. We have…read moreloved the small class size, the practical Montessori skills and learning Spanish. The teachers really helped my daughter through family transitions and communicated well with us. Consider La Casita if you have a young one who is potty trained! Knowing our daughter was safe and happy at La Casita gave us such peace of mind every day. Full time, part time and even afterschool hours available once kids start elementary school. For afterschool you do need to drop them off but they are open until 6pm.

We have been at La Casita for a little over a year now and truly could not be happier! The teachers…read moreare highly experienced and clearly enjoy working together and with all of us. Their experience, kindness, creativity, and patience contribute to a school that is warm, welcoming, and runs incredibly smoothly. (Running a preschool isn't easy, but somehow they make it look like it is!) They are one of the only Montessori schools in the Bay Area that are accredited by the American Montessori Society, and they use a Montessori curriculum that guides the children to learn about themselves and the world around them in a really beautiful way. This, coupled with a thoughtful environment, wonderful outdoor space, and everything bilingual in Spanish and English, creates such an enriching experience for the children there. Thank you, La Casita, for being such a special place!

Wow. Where do I even begin? I began taking my son to Peaceful Minds Daycare recently because I…read morewanted him to learn a bit more structure and to also play with other kids to help with his socialization skills. I'm not going to lie, I was TERRIFIED of what this transition was going to mean for my son and for my family, as he has never been apart from me or his immediate family ever. Let's just say I was blown away by how quickly he adapted to the change. He regularly tells me how much fun he has and all of the new things he's been learning. Michelle, the owner of Peaceful Minds, teaches the children so many great things through play, and it's really perfect for my son! This morning my son picked up all of the plates from the table after breakfast and took them to the sink. I asked him who taught him to pick up after himself and he said "Michelle!" It totally warmed my heart. I also must say I love the regular updates I receive from Michelle highlighting what my son is doing. There's nothing better than receiving pictures of him having fun and learning while I'm working. As much as I miss having him home with me, I am so happy he's in great hands, in fact, the best hands possible! If you are considering taking your children to a daycare, call Michelle! You will not be disappointed. She and her staff are amazing!

This review is long overdue. My daughter had the pleasure of attending Michelle's daycare. My…read moredaughter loved coming home with projects she did and telling me all the new things she learned. I always felt at ease at work knowing my daughter was being well taken care of and was so happy with Michelle. Peaceful mind daycare has similar teaching to Montessori training which I love. The daycare has a beautiful front yard my daughter loved having picnics and running around as well as a backyard set up for the kids to play and exercise with lots of motor skill toys for the kids. Michelle cooked lunch for for my daughter and I was so great full knowing she was so well taken care of. So thankful for Michelle and cannot recommend highly enough.

My daughter has been attending Kids Corner Learning Center for about two months now, and our…read moreexperience has been amazing. Every teacher has been kind, caring, and supportive. My daughter is on the autism spectrum, and we were turned away by several other daycares before finding Kids Corner Learning Center. I will always be grateful to Pujan and her incredible team for welcoming us with open arms. Since starting here, my daughter has made so much progress and shown incredible growth. It means the world to see how patient, understanding, and compassionate everyone has been with her unique needs. Their dedication and genuine care have made such a positive difference in our lives. I can't say enough wonderful things about Kids Corner Learning Center. It has a warm, welcoming atmosphere with truly caring teachers. I highly recommend it to any family looking for a supportive and nurturing environment for their child.

We've been attending for a little over 4 months now, and it has been such a great, welcoming…read moreexperience. As a mother of a 2 year old girl it can be a bit nerve wracking to leave her in a daycare. But with the constant support and constant communication throughout the day it has been such a warming transition. I receive MULTIPLE updates with pictures and curricular schedule throughout the day. She is always so excited and eager to go to "school!" Grateful for every single teacher that participates and the children are always happy and cheerful at pick up and drop offs!

Absolutely Exceptional - More Than Just a School…read more Year after year, this Montessori school continues to amaze our family. It is rare to find a place that balances rigorous academic excellence with such a genuine focus on character development and respect. We have watched our youngest (now 4) blossom here over the last two years. The growth in his education level is nothing short of outstanding--he is learning concepts I wouldn't have expected at his age, yet he is doing it with joy and curiosity. But beyond the academics, what impresses me most is the school's commitment to constantly bringing in new activities and enhancing the learning environment. They never settle; they are always finding ways to be better. A few amazing days of the year for you and the family: All the Holidays - The school ensures we celebrate holidays from across all cultures and life. Fathers' Night: An amazing way to connect their children with their fathers. One of the best moments I look forward to every year. I Mother Tea Time: Another amazing experience for the children to spend some quality academic and fun time with their moms. This standard of excellence isn't limited to just one teacher; it is consistent across the board. Every staff member, at every level, cares deeply about these children. If you are looking for a place that will truly invest in your child's future, this is it. We couldn't be happier.

Absolutely amazing school. Staff is very engaging, supportive and great with the students. My son…read morehas advanced so much in their program and we look forward to another year!

My son had the best experience here. Miss Nicole is such a…read moregreat person, sweet and very engaging. She has fun and learning activities all the time. The first time I stepped on her place it was a YES for me. I would 100% recommend this place without doubt!

My son has attended this preschool/daycare since he was 1.5 years old, he's become more social,…read morecreative and enjoys so much some days he doesn't want to leave. They have Spanish classes, yoga, and just have a great learning atmosphere all around. Ms Nicole and her team are amazing!

I waited a couple of months after starting daycare before posting a review, and now that our son…read morehas been at Orkidz for over two months, I truly can't say enough good things about it. There is a reason this place only has 5-star reviews! As a first-time mom, I was extremely anxious about leaving my son with caregivers outside of family. What I didn't expect was that the wonderful teachers at Orkidz would start to feel like extended family to our baby. Before enrolling, I had heard plenty of horror stories about daycares where staff seemed disengaged or unhappy in their jobs. That has absolutely not been our experience here. The women at Orkidz genuinely LOVE children, and it shows every single day in the warmth, patience, and care they bring to the classroom. We toured several daycares before Orkidz, but the moment we walked in for our tour with Ms. Sheila, we were sold because no other place could compare. We were amazed with the facility, their library, their beautiful outdoor space, and the impressive commercial-style kitchen where they make yummy food for the kids. As for our son, I had prepared myself for difficult drop-offs and lots of crying. Instead, after a brief moment of confusion on his very first day (not sadness or separation anxiety because the teachers got to distracting him right away!), he settled in and adjusted to daycare immediately. He loves being around his little friends, is excited to go every morning, and is all smiles every time we come back to pick him up. Our son loves all the teachers, his face lights up when he sees them every morning, and he is especially attached to his primary teacher, Ms. Azadeh. They also have fun and engaging classes and we absolutely love the daily updates and pictures! In just a couple of months, we've already seen our now toddler become more social, curious, and comfortable around other children and adults. He also eats so well there and they have a variety of homecooked meals that I could never replicate. If you see a spot open at Orkidz, consider yourself lucky and save the spot as soon as you can - you will not regret it!

We have had a wonderful experience at Orkidz. My first kid started in 2022 and my second kid…read morestarted earlier this year. The school is very clean and the teachers are thoughtful and kind. They incorporate a lot of fun activities ie art projects, science, yoga, dance, music, walks to jewel terrace park, etc. They serve healthy food and snacks. We are incredibly grateful for Orkidz and all the teachers! My kids are always quickly running inside. I highly recommend!