My son started at Play 'N' Learn when he was two years old. As an extremely shy and reserved boy,…read moreit usually takes him a long time to warm up to new people, but all of the teachers at Play 'N' Learn were incredibly patient and attentive to his well-being. After two full years here, he has truly blossomed and learned so much. Every morning, we dropped him off with complete peace of mind, knowing he was in a safe and caring environment. Ms. Yvonne always greeted us with a smile, and my son constantly shared wonderful stories about her and his other teachers. He also made great friends--including a best friend he couldn't stop talking about at home! We are sad to leave Play 'N' Learn as he moves on to TK this year, but the foundation they built for him has prepared him so well for this next step. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Play 'N' Learn and its amazing staff. We are already looking forward to sending him back for summer camp next year.

The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. They are super accommodating to parent requests. The…read moreschool does a lot of activities with the children and includes the parents. My child loves coming here every day and I love getting updates throughout the day on Brightwheel. It's a safe, loving environment, and I highly recommend this daycare to any family looking for quality care.

We have been part of the Bright Little Minds family for years, and they continue to exceed every…read moreexpectation. Our older son attended when he was preschool age, and we absolutely loved watching him thrive under their exceptional care. When it was time for our daughter to start preschool, we knew exactly where she belonged--and she has been thriving here for over six months now! The staff at Bright Little Minds truly, deeply care about the children. What I love most is that they provide a warm, nurturing school environment that reminds me of the wonderful, supportive community I personally grew up in. It is rare to find a place that feels like home while perfectly setting kids up to grow, learn, and succeed. We are so grateful to the entire team! Bright little mind Montessori isn't in the most convenient location for our family due to distance and direction, but it is totally worth our investment and extra time spent on drop offs and pick ups.

Our son has been attending Bright Little Minds Montessori for the past four months, and we have…read morebeen happy with his care. The staff are incredibly compassionate and attentive toward the babies, which gives us so much peace of mind as parents. They create a warm, pleasant environment and consistently engage the children in fun, age-appropriate activities that support learning and development. It's clear that the teachers genuinely care about each child, and we truly feel this is a place where our son can learn, grow, and thrive. We are grateful to have found Bright Little Minds Montessori.

We LOVE Explorer. We started our LO at 18 months and are saddened that graduation is in one month,…read moreending our time here. Being here for 4 years, we've been able to see a lot and meet lots of families. It isn't for everyone. But if it is for you, as it was for us, it's a godsend. We couldn't be more thankful for all that we've learned, the kindness and patience we've received as new parents, and the community we've been able to take with us as we leave. The #1 reason I chose Explorer Preschool was the required monthly Parent Ed Classes. As a former teacher, I love learning but not too proud to admit that I need to pay a school to hold me accountable. Sleep deprivation is a big deterrent. Explorer, however, is special because what we learn is immediately applicable. Parents learn from each other, ask questions we hadn't thought to ask yet. We get the opportunity for our LOs to be loved and supported by a caring community of similar values. We, too, fall in love with other LOs and get to watch them all grow up together in a safe space. We don't have family here, which was daunting to say the least, as first-time parents in 2022. Now, after 4 years, we feel like the close families that we've bonded with will remain our friends for a lifetime. I love how much my LO just goes up to other parents just to have a good laugh, and how much these other LOs come up to tell/share the most exciting news of the day. A lot of families have come and gone in the last 4 years. But the ones that stay until graduation, at least in my experience this year, it says a lot about them = dependable, flexible, kid-centered, sees value in education, team-player, committed, nature-loving, and open-minded (we're in an all-inclusive school). I could go on forever! Thank you, Explorer Preschool!

Being part of Explorer has been a once-in-a-lifetime experience…read more There's a joke that parenting is the one job nobody has to pass a test for -- that there really ought to be some kind of "SAT for parents" before anyone is handed a child. Explorer is the closest thing I've found to that school, except it never tests you. It teaches you. And what it teaches is less about how to raise a child than about how to be a good parent -- and underneath that, how to be a good person. What it made me see most clearly is this: the bond between a parent and a child is one of the most extreme imbalances of power that exists. In no other relationship does one person hold so much control over another human being -- over their time, their body, their choices, even their sense of what is real. And yet we almost never name it as power. We take it for granted. As a society we rarely talk about the restraint a parent owes a child, precisely because the child has no way to demand it. Explorer takes that restraint seriously. The community here holds to a belief that is simple to say and surprisingly hard to live: that we are not only here to protect our children, but to respect them. And what surprised me most was what that respect produces. Children who are treated with respect learn to extend it -- to their peers, and to the world around them. They come to understand boundaries not by being controlled, but by having their own boundaries honored, and by watching others honored too. They learn it through play, through sharing how they feel, through being given room to work things out rather than being told how things will be. I'll be honest: none of this is intuitive, and much of it runs against how most of us were raised. It asks you to hold back in the very moments when instinct says to step in and take charge. It asks you to be challenged -- to be willing to find out you were wrong. So I don't think Explorer is the right fit for every family. It's for the ones ready to walk in open-minded and let themselves be stretched. For us, it was exactly that. I'm deeply grateful that our family found Explorer, and that we've had the chance to be part of it.

We've been part of this school family for two years with our firstborn and have already waitlisted…read moreour second! The attention and care here are truly exemplary. They offer fantastic, unique programs like PFC, Yoga, and Cooking for preschoolers. The teachers are incredible and clearly well-supported by the owner. Being family-owned rather than private equity-backed makes a world of difference!

Our daughter spent two fantastic years at Learning Pathways Willow Glen. The campus is small but…read moreintimate and provides tons of opportunities for the little minds and bodies to explore. The school does a great job of balancing academics with music, art and PE programs, all run by the family who owns the place! They also provide extra curriculars with additional fee, our daughter enjoyed cooking the most - she now teaches me how to measure flour for baking! The program prepared her so well for Kindergarten. We couldn't be more happy and would recommend it to anyone looking for a friendly, safe and fun place for their child. Thank you Mr Wes, Mr Wyatt, Mr Todd and all the teachers for making this school such a special place and for helping our child thrive throughout her time at LP!

We've been at Valley Oak Montessori for several months now and couldn't be happier. What stands out…read moremost is the communication -- teachers send detailed daily updates through Brightwheel (meals, naps, diaper checks) along with photos and videos throughout the day, so we always feel connected even while at work. The teachers are genuinely attentive and proactive. When our child had a minor incident at school, staff followed up promptly and worked with us on a plan going forward. When she first started, she only spoke Chinese, and the teachers took the initiative to learn some simple Chinese words to communicate with her and help her settle in -- that kind of thoughtfulness really touched us. Lucy has also been wonderful about celebrating small milestones -- potty training progress, new words, little achievements -- and letting us know right away, always with such patience and care. A special thank you to Catalina, who is our daughter's favorite teacher. You can feel her genuine love for the children every single day. Catalina even gifted us a children's book she wrote herself, "As a Little Child: Come Into the Agape Boat" -- such a thoughtful surprise that showed us she's not only a child development expert with over 20 years of experience, but also a heartfelt storyteller. That gesture really reflects how much she cares about the kids. The curriculum keeps things engaging with themed weeks (dinosaur week, science week, water day) and special family events like Donuts with Dad and the Mother's Day brunch. Safety is clearly a priority too -- fire drills are handled properly and any building/facility issues (like internet outages) are communicated to parents immediately. Overall, it really feels like the teachers and staff care about each child individually. A heartfelt thank you to Catalina and Lucy for all they do. Highly recommend to any family looking for a nurturing, caring environment.

We are so grateful to have found this daycare! Our son started shortly after turning 2 and had…read morenever been away from home before, so we were very nervous about the transition. The staff made everything so easy, and now he genuinely looks forward to going every day. A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Lucy, the director, for creating such a warm, caring, and welcoming environment. A very special thank you to Mrs. Catalina. She has been an incredible teacher and has cared for our son as if he were her own. He absolutely adores her--to the point that he asks for Mrs. Catalina even on the weekends! As parents, there's nothing more reassuring than knowing your child feels that loved and safe. Her patience, kindness, and genuine love for children shine through in everything she does. She even gifted our son a copy of a children's book that she wrote herself, which meant so much to us and speaks volumes about her passion, experience, and dedication to helping children learn and grow. The progress we've seen in our son has been amazing. His vocabulary has grown tremendously, he learns something new every day, and he comes home excited to share what he did at school. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend this daycare to any family looking for a safe, loving, and enriching place for their child.

My two children went to SJMS and our second child graduated this year. We miss them so much…read more If you are looking for a real Montessori experience, I highly recommend this school. All of the teachers (including assistant teachers and outdoor teacher) are trained with AMI (Association Montessori Internationale), which is hard to find. Teachers are supportive and caring. They offer parent workshops and provide handouts to families in order for us to understand Montessori and children's needs. I hope other families could experience what our children gained from SJMS. Thank you to all of the staff for taking great care of our children. We will never forget this experience.

Our daughter currently attends SJMS, and is thriving. We are so happy with the experience she is…read morehaving, and intend to send our twin sons there as well once they are old enough. We looked at many preschools, but none of them felt quite right until we toured SJMS. The staff is extremely conscientious, engaged, and dedicated to the children. While many schools claim to be Montessori, many don't actually adhere to the principles very closely. SJMS is a true Montessori school, taking the time to not only practice the Montessori method but also to educate parents about the method. The school is small, just two classrooms with two dedicated teachers in each classroom, so the student-teacher ratio is quite good. If you're looking for a Montessori school that prioritizes the experience of your child, look no further.

We sent two of our kids to Bright Sunrise Preschool. From day one, the staff were incredibly…read morefriendly and responsive--any questions or concerns were addressed quickly. We got updated throughout the day with the app. Our main priority was safety. We felt confident knowing our little ones were in good hands. Plus, the ample parking made drop-offs and pick-ups a breeze. The school hosted a variety of events throughout the year. We highly recommend to any parent looking for a safe, clean, and well-organized early education experience!

My child stayed at Bright Sunrise Preschool for a week of backup care and we had a great…read moreexperience. The teachers were so kind and helpful. On my child's first day, they helped us quickly manage his separation anxiety and within 5 minutes they posted pictures of him happily playing on the Procare app. At the end of the day he was so excited to tell us about his day, the teachers, and the friends he met. I love the facility and the way the rooms are setup. There are 4 rooms connected to each other so it's easy to separate the classes during curriculum and free play, and it's also easy to teachers to hop between rooms as needed. The school provided excellent lunches and snacks, and posted great pictures of the children eating together on the Procare app. Also the outdoor play area is excellent. There are many cars, balls and toys for the children to use. The shade structures are expertly set up, and the playground equipment is fun and safe. With all the children ages 2-5, the teachers and facilities are perfectly tuned to these ages. Such a great school!

The 5 stars are for Mr Max, Miss Krystal, Ms Andy, Ms Madhavi and especially Ms Naila. We enrolled…read moreour child into pre school for the very first time & couldn't have been more nervous, coming out of the pandemic. Everyday for the first week, my child cried with anxiety. The comfort Ms Madhavi & Ms Naila gave him, warmed my heart. The changes that we've seen in him are dramatic. My child can put on his own jacket, write letters/numbers, knows how to do some basic math & sings all day long! He used to be extremely shy, but now he's opened up so much. He comes home and tells us that Ms Naila helps him at school. What parent doesn't want hear that?? We are keeping our fingers crossed that Ms Naila will be our child's summer program teacher. Overall, tuition is a little hefty, but we are happy with his development under Ms Naila's care.

Ms. Naila is the best PreK teacher! She goes the extra mile to ensure each child shows progress and…read moremakes learning fun! Highly recommended for the start of children's learning journey.

I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for Ms Roy, Ms Kritika, Ms Tarika and…read morethe entire kindergarten team. They are amazing educators, and we couldn't speak more highly of them. My son recently completed the kindergarten program here and I want to speak about our experience while it's fresh in my mind. We have been so extremely happy by the academic growth he achieved this year. He is now reading confidently, working at a level ahead in math, and writing complete paragraphs. We appreciate the structured curriculum and thoughtful lesson plans that challenged him and helped him build a strong academic foundation. Thank you to his teachers and the supporting staff for their role, we can't recommend this program enough. Please consider scholars if you have any tk/kinder aged children.

My elder daughter has been going to scholars for over a year now. She started when she just turned…read more3 and we felt ready to put her into an institution from a home based daycare. It was the right decision, because we have seen her grow so much from her time at scholars. The teachers really pour their heart into nurturing and caring for the kids. She comes home with amazing art work, work sheets and tells us about all the new things she learns every week. They organize a lot of events where parents get a chance to connect with teachers and other parents. The annual spring and winter concerts are very well organized and it's rewarding to see the community come together. Overall it's been a very fulfilling experience and we're glad we found scholars ! They encourage outdoor playtime and also hone kids' personal preferences as well. Their reports are also very detailed and specific for each kid. They have also started meal service which is a huge relief for busy parents. I cannot wait to send my younger daughter to scholars once she's ready.

As a returning parent to this program, I could not be more thrilled to return with my second child…read moreto this school. My first child participated 2 years ago when she was 3 in the 3 day program. Schools had just reopened after Covid and my daughter's school experience was delayed. This program helped us to ease her into her first school experience successfully. We definitely had challenging days, as any child has, but overall the experience was wonderful. It was very rewarding to participate in her class and see her learning and building relationships with others. Specifically what helped her was building relationships with other parents there. The days where I wasn't working in the class, she always had another working mom or dad to make her feel comfortable and safe, in addition to the teacher. Many of my closest friends are parents who I met in this program and this is one of my favorite aspects of the program; the sense of community and building friendships. Sometimes being a parent of an infant/toddler can feel isolating and this helped me to overcome that. Also by participating in the classroom it helped me to see that other kids had similar challenges that my child was facing and to we are able to support each other during these times. This is a play based program where there are different stations set up inside and outside. Children are free to go to whichever station they like throughout the day except for the 20 min circle time and 15 min snack time. I like that children are able to choose their activities and decided between playing indoors or outdoors. This year my 2 year is in the 2 day program and he is thriving in his social skills. Prior to starting the program he was very shy and didn't engage with other kids but now has become a much more social and confident toddler.

This school gave me that fabled village we always hear you need to raise a child. Between the…read moreamazing teachers and the on-staff Positive Discipline Parent Coach, they really support the whole family. Working in the classroom deepens those relationships, I have come to know and love all of my son's classmates as well. It is amazing to be a part of a community that really knows and honors my son for who he is, and where we all work together as a team to support our children together. I feel so good about how I've been able to contribute to my son's education and to the development of all the students and parents. The work feels so important that rather than draining me, it ends up inspiring me. I know I'm modeling for my son what it means to not be a passive observer in an environment but to actively co-create it and tend to it. That is something I want for him as he grows up. And with safe and nurturing relationships as the base, it makes the play based learning work all the better. My son learns that he is capable, that what he thinks matters, and he relies on his own internal drive and curiosity to push him faster and further than any academic program could hope to do. I feel so grounded in my family's values here, and it's just so fun. I'm beyond grateful to have found this school and this community!