The best there is in San Clemente…read more Both of my kids attend school here and our experience has been nothing but amazing. My daughter transferred to this school when she was 3 and stayed thru the TK/Kinder program. She has come such a long way and is even reading and doing math! My son started when he was 6 months and the school really met them where they were at, especially when it comes to sleep schedules and big transitions/development (e.g.- one nap, teething, moving up rooms). Their curriculum is diverse and well rounded, the facilities and equipment are well taken care of and maintained, the events they have are so fun and thoughtful, the staff is kind and my kids seemed to trust and feel comfortable with everyone they encountered there, the admin team is so welcoming, supportive, and communicative...the list goes on! Overall, everyone at this school seems to lead with genuine care for the kids and their development. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for care in the San Clemente/Dana Point/San Juan Capistrano areas.

This preschool is top notch. So much love and guidance. My…read moregrand child enjoys going everyday and looks forward to seeing her friends and teachers

San Clemente Preschool is such a special school. My son attended the summer program and absolutely…read moreloved it. The teachers and staff are incredibly loving and caring, and they put so much thought into making each week fun for the kids, with activities like petting zoos, water days, and so much more. He had the most wonderful teachers in his class, and I loved getting pictures and videos throughout the school day and being able to see how much fun he was having. It really is a special preschool and stands out for the love, care, and dedication they have for the children. We had such a wonderful experience and are so grateful for our time there!

We love San Clemente Preschool! The teachers are amazing. They are all so kind and patient, and you…read morecan tell they genuinely care about the kids. The Brightwheel app they use is such a game-changer. Getting updates and photos throughout the day makes drop-off so much easier and gives much peace of mind. We feel so fortunate to have found SCP... We truly couldn't ask for a better place for our daughter!

Our daughter has been part of the Community Seedlings family for just a couple of months, and it…read morehas been a wonderful experience. The teachers are incredibly caring, loving, and truly engaged with the children. A special thank you to Miss Fairy, Miss Melissa, and Miss Phoebe--they are absolutely amazing and have made such a positive impact on our daughter. We toured more than 50 preschools before choosing Community Seedlings, and no other school had such an incredible outdoor space. The backyard and the amount of outdoor playtime the children get are outstanding. It's a healthy, active, and happy environment for kids. We are genuinely sad to leave. The only reason we're leaving is because of the long commute. Otherwise, we would have happily stayed. I highly recommend Community Seedlings to any family looking for a loving preschool with amazing teachers and a fantastic environment for children.

Unbelievable care and attention for each child, always new things to discover and experience…read moreeveryday. They really support friendships and socialization, communicate very well with parents. Kids are consistently so happy here. Couldn't imagine a better place for my kid to begin her school adventures!

My son absolutely loves DPM. We switched to here from another school a month ago and I was very…read morenervous because my son cried everyday at the other school. It's been the complete opposite here. He will literally ask to go to school and when I pick him up he is so happy!! He has bloomed so much the last month and his vocabulary has literally tripled. The school is very clean, safe and well ran. All of the teachers are incredibly kind, patient and loving to the children. Truly a gem of a school.

DPM is the best quant little school! My son has been going…read morethere 2 1/2 years and has learned so much and blossomed socially as well. Its a calm, fun creative space for the children to learn through their creativity. Ms.Tedra , Ms. Tiare are such wonderful teachers and Ms. Megha keeps things running smoothly. My son looks forward to school every day! Go check them out

Like many parents, I read the reviews before enrolling my son at St. Anne's, and I'll admit, I was…read morehesitant. Some of the concerns raised gave me pause. But as we near the end of our third year (currently finishing 4th grade), I feel compelled to share our experience because I'm genuinely glad we chose this school. No school is perfect, and yes, we've had our challenges here and there. But overall, St. Anne's does an outstanding job across many levels. My son is not only thriving academically, he's also genuinely happy. The school strikes a wonderful balance between being firm and structured, while maintaining a warm, positive environment where kids are encouraged and challenged to grow. One of the highlights for us has been the next-level extracurricular offerings and the way St. Anne's integrates experiential learning in every grade level. These hands-on experiences really resonate with the kids and make learning more fun and meaningful. Our first year was a bit rocky, while St. Anne's is a private school and doesn't follow public school IEP protocols, the principal at the time (Mrs. Bournazian) went above and beyond to work with his teacher and me to put support systems in place to help him suceed. When she became Head of School, I was a little nervous that our dynamic might shift, but the transition has been seamless and honestly, the school has continued to flourish under her leadership. We still feel incredibly supported by both the administration and teachers. Speaking of teachers, we've been very fortunate. Each year, my son has had passionate, caring educators who are truly invested in their students' growth. I've heard some concerns among parents about staff turnover, but having experienced two other schools (one public and another well-known private school in OC), I can say this is fairly typical. Teachers move on for all kinds of reasons, what matters more is the consistency of care, and we've always felt that here. With the exception of one long term sub that was not ideal, we've had outstanding teachers from 2nd to 4th grade. The music program is beyond impressive, Mr. Yaple works wonderfully with kids of all ages. Same for the arts program, the school puts on a more professional production than some theater houses in LA. This is a school that provides the opportunity for all kinds of kids to thrive. Socially, like many schools, St. Anne's can feel a bit cliquey at times, but we've also met some truly amazing families, and my son has built wonderful friendships. All in all, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend St. Anne's. I'm grateful we ignored the negative reviews and gave it a chance.

As a parent, I am extremely disappointed with our experience at St. Anne. I expected a school that…read morewould provide a supportive and positive environment for students, but instead I found poor communication, inconsistent treatment of students, and a lack of accountability when concerns were brought to the administration. Rather than working with families to resolve issues, it often felt like our concerns were dismissed. The school seems more focused on protecting its reputation than addressing real problems that affect students. Rules are not enforced fairly, and favoritism appears to play a role in how situations are handled. For the tuition families pay, I expected much better leadership, transparency, and care for students' well-being. I would not recommend this school to other parents unless meaningful changes are made. Every child deserves to feel supported, respected, and treated fairly, and unfortunately that was not our experience.

Grateful to have found this Montessori. Child attended a daycare before and now that he's in this…read moreMontessori I can see how his learning has advanced and he is learning different things besides regular ABCs. More life skills and understandings of culture which really excites me as a parent. Owner also worked with our family in a very difficult time and took us in as practically family and we are ever grateful. Cannot say enough good things about this school.

Wonderful preschool and teachers. My kid was in SJ…read moreMontessori for 2 years. It was very good time and experience. All teachers are great! Owner is compassionate and caring person. Their team of staff incorporate different approaches depending upon the child. They do provide different activities - a lot of crafts, summer camps, holiday celebrations, petting zoo, kids nights on some Fridays (so parent can do date night). A lot of these involved invitation to parents and friends, not just the students. They have good curriculum. I believe their program helped my kid to be prepared and succeed in 1st grade.

Marina View School has been an amazing experience for our family. Ms. Reshma is an outstanding…read moreowner and leader who has built a truly special program with an incredible team of teachers and staff. The level of care, communication, structure, and positivity throughout the school is exceptional. The teachers are patient, attentive, and passionate about what they do, and the overall environment feels welcoming, safe, and supportive. It is clear that a lot of thought and heart goes into every part of the program. We highly recommend Marina View School to any parents looking for a place where their child will be encouraged, cared for, and thrive. Five stars!

I toured a few schools/daycares in LN and this school by far felt right for my son. I looked for…read moresafety, attentiveness from staff, reasonable pricing, and a clean facility, and this school met all my needs and more. My son loved his time at this school! The teachers (my son was placed with Ms. Sharlene, Ms. Mayra, Ms. Maria, and Ms. Pari across his 2 years here) are attentive, caring, and all around AMAZING people! My son's excitement every day to go to school speaks to the kind of rapport the teachers built with him. The facility is also well maintained. I feel my son has been prepped well for Kindergarten because of the guidance and environment this school provided for him.

We've had such a wonderful experience at Prodigy Montessori School. From day one, we were welcomed…read moreinto the warmest, most supportive community. It truly feels like a second home, not just for our daughter, but for us as parents as well. The school is led by Priya. She is incredibly approachable, deeply caring, and always has the best interests of the children at heart. You can feel how much love and intention goes into every aspect of the school. We've seen our daughter grow in her communication, independence, and curiosity since starting here. She genuinely loves going to school, and we feel so lucky to have found a place that supports our daughter's growth. Prodigy has been such a blessing and we couldn't be happier to have had this experience for our child.

My older son started TK at R.H. Dana this year. He had previously attended a preschool that was…read morewonderful when he first started but showed signs of a steady decline. My two year old was attending the same school and we decided to transition him to Prodigy Montessori - for a better experience for him, and for a more convenient double drop off for me. Prodigy came highly recommended from our neighbor, whose son attends the school. In fact, she mentioned not only did they enjoy the school, but he was thriving. We have now been at Prodigy for two months and are so impressed with our son's development. Ms. Priya is lovely and so caring with the children. My son looks forward to seeing her and the other teachers and students, and gives Priya a BIG hug every morning. She is the owner but also onsite and devoted to the children. This is SO comforting knowing our son is in good hands. Our old preschool owner couldnt name one child at her school. Two is a challenging age, and Priya has been so helpful in including us in her teaching strategies and techniques. Every week there are new projects on display showing the children are constantly busy and developing. We are so pleased with our decision to transfer schools and highly recommend Prodigy.