We love little acorn! The teachers are angels - they truly love and encourage development and…read moregrowth in each child. My son loves going to school now and doesn't even look back when I drop him off. He has made sweet friendships and loves learning from his teachers. Would recommend this school again and again!!!

We originally signed our 3 year old daughter up at Little Acorns just for a short two month summer…read moresession, thinking she'd go back to her play-based school in the fall. But she has loved it here so much, and we've been so impressed, that we decided to keep her at Little Acorns for the school year instead. She comes home every day happy, calm, and excited to tell us what she did. We've seen such a difference in her behavior at home. She's more independent, more focused, and not picking up any of the bad habits we'd seen at previous schools! The teachers, especially Ms. Marzia, are so kind and nurturing, and the environment is warm and positive. The other kids are respectful, and clearly happy to be there. As a military family who's moved around and experienced a few different schools, we can honestly say this one is the best fit we've found. We're so thankful to have discovered Little Acorns!

My daughter has been attending for over 2 years and I absolutely love the school. Stassia and all…read morethe teachers are incredible, my daughter loves going to school. It's a safe, nurturing and fun environment for kids.

I cannot recommend this school to others. My child sustained multiple injuries while enrolled. We…read morehad about 1 incident report per month that my child was there, culminating in an incident in which his hand was caught in a toy door. When my child hadn't started walking yet, they put him outside to crawl on hot concrete. I cannot tell you how much it hurt my heart to see my baby crawling on the hard pavement like that. One of the teachers, Jasmin, would fasten my son's diaper so tightly that the straps crossed. It left red marks on him, and I honestly think she should not be allowed to care for any children. I don't know how she sleeps at night knowing she did this to a baby at work. The only reason I'm not putting 1 star is because Stassia and the Rabbi are nice. However, because of Jasmin, I could not continue sending my child here.

As a parent of a daughter who will graduate from Country Montessori School this year, I find myself…read morefeeling both incredibly proud and genuinely excited as she prepares to head to middle school. When I look at the person she has become, I'm honestly amazed. She is confident, outspoken, and comfortable expressing her thoughts in a way I never was at her age. Montessori has played a huge role in that growth. Over the years, she has learned that her voice matters and that she can advocate for herself and others respectfully and thoughtfully. That confidence didn't come overnight, but it's now such a natural part of who she is. She asks questions, speaks up in group settings, and isn't afraid to share her ideas, which I know will serve her well wherever she goes next. One of the most meaningful parts of her experience has been the emphasis on community service. Her favorite activity has been volunteering at a memory care facility. She comes home from those visits talking about the residents she met and how much it meant to spend time with them. Those experiences have had a real impact on her and have even shaped her future goals. She often says she wants to be a nurse someday because she wants to help people, and as a parent, there's nothing more heartwarming than seeing that sense of compassion grow. As she prepares for the next chapter, I feel confident knowing she has a strong foundation. The academic skills, independence, empathy, and self-confidence she has developed at Country Montessori School have prepared her to face new challenges with resilience and curiosity. Watching her step forward so sure of herself is the greatest testament to the education and community she's been part of all these years.

We had to leave a review because Country Montessori School has truly been one of the best decisions…read morewe've made for our family. We moved to San Diego from Virginia about two and a half years ago, where we came from a public school system consistently ranked among the best in the country. I was honestly nervous about transitioning into the California school system -- until my husband found CMS. From the moment we learned more about the school, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief. CMS is one of the ONLY montessori schools that is fully accredited, and that distinction truly shows in the quality of education and care. Not to mention the teachers require continuing education and are the only facility that teaches the teacher... We now have both of our children enrolled at CMS, and they are absolutely thriving. Our daughter began at CMS not speaking much at all. Today, she is reading (she started before age five), doing addition, and has grown tremendously in vocabulary and confidence. She is developmentally ahead of many of her peers who attend other schools in the area, and watching her growth has been incredible. Our son, who is three started a few months ago and he's a wild one (if you know you know). The transition hasn't been without challenges as he was at home with me and a nanny for several years -- but the CMS team has been unbelievably supportive. They've worked closely with us, offering guidance on how to support him both at school and at home. We've been met with nothing but patience, kindness, and genuine partnership. I've seen some critical reviews online, and I want to be honest -- that has NOT been our experience at all, especially when it comes to Adela. Over the past three years, we have experienced nothing but exceptional communication and unwavering support from her and the team. Adela goes out of her way to make families feel supported, seen, and valued. We go to monthly meet & greets, have had 1:1s with her and get consistent weekly communication - I rarely saw this in other educational spaces both here in CA and in VA. We've also become close with several other CMS families, and they echo the same experience. My only complaint is that the school doesn't go through high school (said half-jokingly), because I would keep my children here forever and would spend my last dollar at CMS. We are endlessly grateful for CMS and wholeheartedly recommend it to any family seeking a nurturing, AUTHENTIC Montessori education.

We absolutely loved Little Bear Home Daycare and Miss Malalai! My son went here for 2.5 years and…read morehad the BEST time. Before finding Little Bear, we tried two other daycares and he was miserable at both. Then came Miss Malalai, truly a blessing for our family. She and her team cared for my child like he was their own. They kept him motivated, happy, and most importantly, helped him grow into an independent little human. His speech blossomed here, and he really found his confidence. He especially loved the arts and crafts time, he'd come home proud of what he made every day! Miss Malalai is just amazing at what she does. The teachers are so affectionate and genuinely love the kids. My son would wake up every morning excited to go to daycare, which says a lot! My son also got fully potty trained here, we trained him at home and Miss Malalai's team supported every step of the way. We only transitioned out to get him used to a more structured classroom environment before TK, otherwise we would've stayed much longer. I can't recommend Little Bear enough, it's the perfect place for babies and toddlers to thrive in a loving, nurturing environment. Thank you Miss Malalai and team! You'll always have a special place in our hearts

My daughter started at Little Bear when she turned 1. With her being so young, we were determined…read moreto find a daycare that felt like home; one that was safe, clean, nurturing, and gave us the peace of mind that our baby was in good hands. I was amazed at how quickly she adjusted to being there, how much fun she had, and the bond that was created with Malalai and her staff. I couldn't have asked for more. I recommend this daycare for kids up to 4 years old. At 4, we moved her to a preschool nearby to ease the transition to Kindergarten by introducing more structure and advanced edu prep appropriate for that age. She is now in 1st grade and she still thinks of Malalai often, visiting her from time to time to 'catch her up on all she's been up to'! :D That relationship is a reflection of great memories and a nurturing environment that we are so grateful she had found there. Would recommend Little Bear to anyone looking for that environment. Thank you Malalai & Staff for 3 1/2 wonderful years.

Best Preschool ever. Everything we could have hoped for for our three children who attended. Thank…read moreyou, Pomerado !!

We were at Pomerado Christian preschool for a total of 5 years between both my kids. We had the…read moreabsolute best experience there. The staff is so kind and friendly and it feels like family there. My son was so shy and timid to start there and they went above and beyond to make him love school and boost his confidence. My kids were so ready for Pomerado Elementary after attending pre-school here and they fostered such a love for school there that they have flourished since starting there. I would highly recommend this school to get a loving nurturing start for your child while learning and having fun.

My son and daughter have been attending this school for 2 years now. Honestly this place is great…read morebecause of the teachers, a big shout out to Miss Carrie, Ms Casey for the 3 year old class, and Ms Sandra and Ms Cindy for the pre-k Jr class. They are so passionate and nice people, who have so much love for the children. I heard they will have the 2 year old class starting this year led by Ms Casey, I think thats great. The tuition is one of the best and can't really beat the teacher:students ratio here as most places are 1:12 for older kids, but here it never goes more than 1:6. The hours are short though, 9 am-2 pm. So no nap time for the kids but it's ok, they can nap at home, even better for mommy! At this point there's a new director on board and although sometimes there can be some miscommunication between the parents and school, overall I still love this place.

Both of my children have attended this preschool in the 3 and 4 year-old programs. It is a…read morewonderful, nurturing environment for children. We love the teachers and director for giving our family such a wonderful preschool experience. The school takes a well-rounded approach to the whole child. There is a nice blend of play-based instruction, direct academic enrichment, montessori-style learning, and faith-based learning. My kids are very different and the program has met their needs so well. The kids are exposed to age-appropriate math, science, literacy, and language through experiential learning. My son has become a "biology expert, a chef, and an explore" this year. It is a very small program so the kids get a great deal of individual attention. My 8 year-old is still very close with some of the friends he made while he was here. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to send our children to such a loving program. Because it is so small, the program fills up quickly. Prospective parents must tour the facility and meet with the director prior to enrollment (in mid-March).

My Son enrolled in this preschool. Initially he was not able to adjust in the school. It was the…read morefirst school year to him. But Tracey and Sheila put special effort to adjust to the environment and made him to overcome the challenges and adjust to preschool environment. I truly appreciate their efforts without giving up. Thanks to both of them and supporting teachers. Ms. Anu and Ms. Shannon are great teachers. They took care very well in both learning and improve the social skills. Thank you Ms. Anu for your endless patience and dedication !

My 2 year old grandson attends St Bart's Preschool and LOVES it. He is learning through play and…read more he is more confident every day. Staff is outstanding! I'm impressed by the facilities and how safety is handled. Highly recommend....

While we had a great experience with the educators, we cannot recommend this school because of the…read moreadministration. They have lofty ideals but are not able to implement it. Ms. Angela, the social-emotional support specialist is especially incompetent at her job. My advice is to never share with her any difficulty your child is going through because she will use it to define your child for the rest of their time at Dot to Dot, even after the difficulty has long been overcome. They claim to work with parents but the truth is that they are deaf to what parents have to say and just want a one way communication. Dot to Dot is also closed for many more days than other preschools and this makes it hard for working parents.

It's been over a year since i pulled my youngest son out of this school, but i still feel this…read morereview is important for all the below reasons. 1. Negligence /safety issues 2. Not reporting cases 3. Unprofessional teacher/staff 4. Dismissing child's concern 5. Lack of activity in the classroom This review is purely for my youngest son who was there for six months but was left him completely traumatised. One of the child in the classroom was throwing toys / items at my son and it impacted him a lot. Cases were not being reported and when asked, teacher said the other child is still learning to process his emotions more efficiently. No steps were taken to make sure my child is safe. Incidents happened multiple times and none were reported. Sometimes it was paint, sometimes toys, etc. My son was scared to go to school. Every other day there used to be new staff in the classroom and none were aware of this situation and they let the other child be next to him. He was impacted emotionally & psychologically. I strongly feel teacher was unqualified, unskilled, unprofessional, lazy & uncaring. The staff was not helpful in spite of raising concerns about teacher. There were barely any activities happening in the classroom. During drop off i had witnessed teacher eating kids snacks that was supposed to be served to kids later that day. My son used to hysterically cry during drop off and during pick up he was still crying. Every staff member told me he will be fine in few. I am glad that one day after dropping him off i waited in car a little longer to go check on him and see if any of the staff members helped calm him down but they did nothing. I just went in and picked up my son and walked away. None of the staff members/ owner reached out to follow up. This truly speaks volumes about the school. Be wise and make a better choice. Somethings are too good to be true. I am happy with my decision & grateful for his new positive experience.