Although my son has transferred to another school, but I know I still owe them a good review. My…read moreson is a very special child, and we tried many so-called "popular schools" in the area before, but I later discovered that this school was the best. Irvine Montessori is his first school, because of our good experience, we transferred to Newport Montessori after we went to lots of other schools. If you want your child to grow up in a safe, kind, and loving environment, this is the best choice. My son used to have problems at other schools. He didn't want to go to school in the morning, and he had trouble getting along with his friends. He even liked to push other children. But for some reason, after coming to this school, all his bad behavior disappeared. He was happy to go to school every day. He made many friends at school. Every day when he went to school, many classmates would come and hug him. This was completely the opposite of how he had been described as a monster at other schools. Later I realized that it all depended on the kind teachers in this school. Because of their kindness, every child was taught to treat everyone with kindness. Ms Angela, Ms Emily even his previous teacher Ms Everly. They all so kind. Of course, there are many other kind teachers as well. I would even say that the school owner is really good at hiring; everyone here is kind. Because of my previous experience, you can't imagine how grateful I am to this school. My son has had a truly enjoyable time here. I feel so relaxed. All the anxiety I used to have is gone. Don't assume that just because they aren't as famous as other schools, their academics are inferior. I personally witnessed their professors providing one-on-one academic instruction, something that other schools don't seem to offer. I'm not good at leaving positive reviews. But I feel I have to give them a good review, just to put my mind at ease. Thank you Newport Montessori! If they have an elementary program , we would definitely stay here !

This school has a nice facility, seems very chaotic and seemed to have very high staff turnover…read more They are not Montessori despite having the materials and they keep the age groups very separated. Seems like they are not at full capacity and not that organized

We've put both of our kids in ICMA and it's been a solid daycare/Montessori/preschool for our them…read more When we were looking at the different places years ago what made this school stand out was the years of experience all the teachers have. I think all of the teachers have been with the school for at least 10 years, some are probably closer to 20 at this point. I'm not an expert on the Montessori way but, academically, our oldest was more than ready for TK. When she left ICMA she was starting to read, write, and had started basic math. From 18 months all the way up to 4 years old, we've had almost all the teachers and can't recommend them enough. The teachers and staff are accessible if you have questions or want to discuss something and they keep parents in the loop on what's going on with the class.

I had no idea this school was there as it is across from another school. I toured it and it is…read morewonderful out of all of the schools I toured and trust me I toured like 10 in the area for my child this stood out. The facilities are wonderful, the staff was calm and seemed very kind. And most of all, the children looked happy and focused. The director is kind and very informative.

Harbor Trinity Preschool is truly the best!…read more We absolutely love Harbor Trinity Preschool. From the moment we started in August, we felt welcomed and supported. The teachers, aides, and staff are truly amazing -- caring, patient, and so invested in each child. You can tell they genuinely love what they do, and it shows every single day. The school is extremely safe, clean, and organized, which gives us so much peace of mind. It has such a warm, family feel... everyone knows our kids by name and always looks out for them. It's rare to find a place that feels this personal and nurturing. They also make school so fun! There are adorable dress-up days, creative activities, and wonderful family events that help build community. My kids are always excited to go to school -- which says everything! One of my favorite things is the app they use to send updates and photos throughout the day. It's such a gift to see what my kids are doing and feel connected even while we're at work. Harbor Trinity has been such a blessing for our family. If you're looking for a preschool that is loving, safe, fun, and truly feels like home -- this is the one. We couldn't be happier!

We are so grateful for the care and love this school has shown our daughter over the years. From…read morethe very beginning, the teachers and staff made her feel special and truly valued as an individual. They not only cared for her education but also for her heart, creating an environment where she could grow in faith, confidence, and character. The strong academics paired with the Christ-centered community gave her the foundation to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. We've watched her blossom here--learning, maturing, and becoming more confident in who she is. This school has been such a blessing to our family, and we couldn't be more thankful for the dedication and care the staff have poured into our daughter's life.

We are so grateful to have found Orange Tree Christian Preschool. It's a total gem in the area with…read moresome of the most loving and talented joyful teachers that provide one on one love and care for our little one. The classes are small they know every child in the school by name, and character, and you can truly feel the love of God, academics, and individual personalities in their approach. The directors are kind and approachable, very solution focused. The community of parents has been a sweet blessing as we're all figuring out how to be parents of toddlers. I had a huge spreadsheet of all the schools that we looked at, and I am so grateful to have Orange tree partner with us in raising our little one and providing so many academic, phonics, dance and art opportunities and social and emotional development for our little one. Thank you for all you do! I would highly recommend it if you're looking for a great teacher ratio, passionate teachers, and safe kind community of faith-Orange tree Christian Preschool is the best!

This hidden gem of a preschool is by far one the best programs I have seen in Orange County. Down…read moreto the high quality staff, facilities, and aesthetic! I highly recommend this school for parents wanting a strong Christian foundation, highly educated teachers, and a family feel culture!

My son is in the toddler room. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and I really appreciate…read morehow much care they put into keeping parents informed. The live feed and regular updates throughout the day give me so much peace of mind. I also love receiving the weekly meal plans and monthly calendars, it helps us stay in the loop with everything that's going on. The facility is always clean and well-organized, and the check-in/check-out process is quick and easy. Every time I see my child on the live feed, he looks happy and engaged, whether he's playing or participating in circle time.

Toured this facility, it was nice a bit dated. The staff was friendly, the school looked clean but…read morethe outdoor areas needed work. The patio area seemed run down and the play structure should be replaced. The school is a good option for those who need all inclusive care ( meals diapers wipes) the teachers seemed to be attentive to the kids.

As a mother, entrusting your infant to a daycare is one of the hardest things you do. You tell…read moreyourself they'll be safe. I wish that had been true for us. We enrolled our 10-month-old daughter here, and within two months she came home with a fractured arm. The school said nothing when we picked her up -- just a vague mention of her being fussy. It wasn't until our pediatrician took X-rays that we learned the truth. What broke my heart wasn't just the injury -- it was her first birthday spent in a cast. As her mother, I will never forget that. When we asked for answers, there was no security footage to review because the cameras had apparently been removed months earlier. No accountability. No transparency. Nothing. Four years later I still think about it. I hope this school has since made real changes -- better vetted teachers, cameras restored, and proper incident reporting. Every child deserves that. Every mother deserves to feel her baby is truly safe. I'm posting this because I'd want another mom to warn me.

ICMA was the best preschool for our son. He went there as a toddler and just graduated to TK. The…read moredirector Maria is fantastic, especially with updates, and his teachers couldn't have been better. He learned so much there, we are so grateful for the experience. He was our youngest child, and this was the best experience of all of the preschools that we went to, and at a very fair price. We highly recommend ICMA!

Hilltop Preschool feels like home for us. I'm so grateful that we are able to start our daughter's…read moreearly childhood journey here as a family, where we have opportunities to learn and grow with her in a co-op environment. Our teachers provide the tools for us to be better parents, as we also learn to give ourselves grace. They are one of the most kind, genuine, and empathetic humans. The ratio allows teachers to hold space for our children, which is so important while they are still developing their emotional and self awareness. The school's ethos matches not just our approach to parenting but the values that matter to us. It is inclusive, supportive, diverse, and intentional community building.

I'm grateful to this school and the heart of this school - the teachers. My children actually love…read moreschool. My husband and I are actually stronger parents thanks to this school. It's truly a community. I recommend you really immerse yourself in the co-op by volunteering in the classroom. You will learn so much! Your children are loved, safe and respected here.

We are so grateful for Mesa Verde Preschool. My daughter started at 16 months into the infant…read moreprogram and had a tough transition for 1 month with lots of separation anxiety away from her parents. All of the staff worked together to support her and she's made so much progress in the past 2 months . The teachers all work together as a team to support ALL of the kids, regardless if they're in their class or not to ensure a happy and safe learning environment. My daughter is now in the toddler program with Ms. Denise and we are so happy with her as her teacher. She is compassionate , caring and amazing with the kiddos. We love the artwork she brings home each week and the relationships she's building with her peers and teachers. It takes a village to raise a child and they are rocking it! The trunk or treat event for Halloween was also a blast. I would 100% recommend this daycare to friends and other parents. We're happy we found MVP!

We LOVE and will forever sing the praises of Mesa Verde Preschool! Our oldest child just graduated…read morefrom the preschool program and she's been attending since 6 months old. It's a bittersweet milestone as she has known MVP as her school since before she could talk. This is more than a school, it's a place where you feel like you can build your community with long tenured teachers and families. With only 1 class per age level, you really get to know all the other children and teachers so well! There are opportunities throughout the year to get involved- trunk or treat, thanksgiving potluck, Easter egg hunt, mothers and Father's Day picnics, holi color festival and so much more! They also are open pretty much year round, except major holidays which is so great for working parents to have dependable year round childcare. My daughter is more than ready to enter TK thanks to the thoughtful emotional, social, and academic education she has been exposed to at Mesa Verde Preschool. I feel fortunate I still get several more years here as my youngest is in the infant room currently!!