We've had such an amazing experience at Sunshine House in Concord. When we first toured, we were immediately blown away by how attentive the teachers were, their strong communication, and how engaged all of the kids seemed. Three years later, I can confidently say we made the right choice. My daughter has been attending since she was two and will be graduating this fall to go to Kindergarten. The growth we've seen in her has been incredible. I truly feel like Sunshine House has set her up for success. The teachers are so warm, supportive, and genuinely care about the kids. They were especially helpful during big milestones like potty training, which made a huge difference for us. Both of my kids absolutely adore their teachers, which says everything. I also love that they offer onsite electives you can sign up for--it's such a convenient and fun addition to their already strong program. Another thing that stands out is how they rotate rooms and toys to keep things fresh and engaging for the kids. Overall, this school has exceeded our expectations in every way. My kids LOVE it here, and we feel so lucky to be part of this community. read more

We love Sunshine House! All of the teachers are incredibly kind and personable. The space itself is big and offers various toys, as well as unique areas to play, including two outside yards. My son really enjoys the dress up room, which changes themes regularly. I'm also very impressed with the school's activities; each day has a different theme, and the kids do activities based on the theme. We are also sent a schedule of the following month so we're aware of what the kids are learning. Some of the days encourage (easy) dress up participation so it is fun for the kids to be involved. While the school doesn't offer lunch, they do serve breakfast and snacks. They also provide nap time mats and cubbies. As a parent, I particularly love the communication! The teachers sometimes leave notes about my son in his cubby so I can read about fun things he does throughout the day. They also post pictures and videos on social media (you can opt out) throughout the day, if you want to see fun stuff the kids are up to. Finally, we found it to be one of the more affordable preschools in the area. We plan to attend Sunshine School until it's time for kindergarten! read more

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We love Sunshine House!! Our son has been going since February of 2025. He has definitely come out of his shell, made friends, and learned to communicate more effectively. All of the teachers are very sweet and make it an easy, fun and educational environment for children and parents. They send a weekly newsletter via email with the curriculum/themes for the week as well as pictures and updates via social media. They also send a progress report (once a year, maybe twice), with tips on what your child has accomplished and what needs improvement/practice. Shout out to Miss Lisa, Miss Crystal, Mr. Kevin, Miss Mayra and Miss Maria (who transferred to Benicia). Truly, ALL of the teachers at Sunshine House are AWESOME!! They offer on site classes such as Miss Natalie's Music Academy, Jump Bunch and Mighty Kicks, our son has participated in all of them. Our son really enjoys these classes. It's nice to know he is getting extracurricular activities all in one place, no need to drive all around town (for now). They also offer Pizza Night about once a month where kids can stay a little longer play with their friends, enjoy pizza, a fun activity and a movie/TV show. Siblings are welcome, which is also a nice option for parents. Our son is starting public school this coming school year and we will all really miss Sunshine House, they're the best!! read more

We had such a great experience with Concord Sunshine House. My daughter attended from 2 - 4 years old and loved it so much. The school does so many different activities which makes learning fun for the kids and lots of prep for the TK transition. My daughter has made countless friendships and has blossomed academically and emotionally since starting at Sunshine House. I would recommend this school to all preschool aged kids :) read more

We are so grateful to Sunshine House Preschool - Concord! It's a great feeling as parents to know that our child is in the hands of caring, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic teachers. My child has developed many great skills while in Sunshine House and continues to learn every week. My child always comes home raving about how much fun they've had in school. I most importantly appreciate the teachers' support as we have navigated some big emotions with my child; the teachers listened, provided support, and have made me feel at ease. I highly recommend this school; thank you for everything Sunshine House! read more

I have two daughters and they both went to Sunshine House Concord. One has graduated since the good old days of one-drop-off. They would always come home singing songs they've learned from circle time, or talking about dress up room. My eldest learned how to put on her jacket using the jacket flip technique, one that she so proudly showed us. They still sing the colors of the rainbow every day. If I had to choose another preschool daycare again, I would still choose sunshine house concord. We also love their family bfast days! Thank you sunshine house concord! read more

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Vanessa and Crystal "manage" this school, and were reported to Oakland licensing for NEGLECT, RETALIATION AND DISCRIMINATION in January 2023. Neglect: Failed to properly clothe my (then) 3 year old during a freezing November 2022 afternoon. She was outside with only a tank top on, while every other child and teacher had coats zipped to their chins. My daughter was sent to school with a tank, hoodie and puff coat (3 layers), and they removed her hoodie (which she could not remove by herself). When I arrived to pick her up in the afternoon, 2 teachers admitted she arrived in the layers, but since breakfast time she had been in only a tank top. That means, my daughter was improperly dressed for the entire day, and "management" allowed it to happen. The very next day, my daughter had a runny nose and cold symptoms that she did not have prior to the neglect. I was called mid-morning to come pick up my daughter, which I refused. I told them they are responsible for her being sick, and they need to take care of her. I wasn't going to take off from work due to their irresponsible actions. They harassed me all day at work--calling and texting. Retaliation/Discrimination: After licensing did the investigation, Vanessa and Crystal called me into a phone meeting and said my daughter had 30 days to vacate the school. Per licensing, my daughter had no documented incidents in her file, nor had I been contacted about any incidents that would require removal. Vanessa and Crystal wanted my daughter removed SOLELY because they were reported. Due to their retaliation, I reported them to Oakland Licensing again! The investigator (again) found no evidence in my daughter's file that would justify removal. After the first report to licensing, I started receiving calls and texts multiple times per week stating my daughter had bitten someone (yet no incident report was ever provided or filed), my daughter wasn't engaging with other kids (which is not a requirement), she wouldn't nap (which is not a requirement), and several other excuses they came up with to get me to pick my daughter up mid-day (while I'm at work). They even text me one day to say she had a fever of 103. When I told them she was fine when I dropped her off, and requested they retake her temperature, it was back down to normal. Again, another retaliation tactic to get my daughter out and no incident report filed or provided. At the end of January, they said they would extend my daughter's last day until February 10th (as if they are doing me a favor). I removed her to put her into a school that actually cares about my family and doesn't harass me multiple times a week for frivolous things. I recommend you call Oakland licensing and ask for details of this and all other reported incidents--You can get a better idea of who will be "responsible" for your child, because it's not Sunshine House. Vanessa and Crystal are irresponsible, lack empathy, and do not engage well with children. They pushed my child out because they were mad I held them accountable, and my toddler is the one who suffered; She no longer gets to engage with her close friends, nor the quality teachers who actually cared for her. There are many, many other details to this story, which I'm happy to share if you would like additional info. I am going to post Vanessa and Crystal's pictures so you know who will neglect your kids if they go to Sunshine House in Concord. read more

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I wanted to update my review and continue to write nothing but amazing things about sunshine house ! All 4 of my daughters have attended this amazing school and I would recommend it to anyone I know. Sunshine house has helped my children educationally and their social skills have improved immensely. My daughters always love going back to school. There are days where morning drops offs are a bit hard for my children but the teachers at sunshine house make drops off easy by comforting my children. read more

My son is a newly 4 year old HF autistic with a minor language delay. I was a bit nervous having him start because of his challenges with socialization and communication. He was denied originally at St. Dominic's in Benicia. Despite HF they told me they don't think he would do well there. I was hesitant after that ableist experience, but I am so glad I took the chance with Sunshine House! I explained to them everything and that his challenges mostly lay in the social aspect which is why I wanted him to attend in the first place. They did the opposite of St. Doms and welcomed him with open arms and didn't judge. He is doing great there and they tell me he is participating in circle time and listening to their directions and instructions. The best part is he loves going and enjoys his time there immensely. The care staff are kind, responsible and caring. I like the ratio of staff to kids as well. I always feel someone is around if I have a quick question at drop or pick up! read more

We absolutely LOVE Sunshine House. My child has been going here for almost a year and every morning she wakes up with a smile on her face and super excited to see her friends and teachers. Her speech and memory skills have skyrocketed. I would recommend this Preschool to anyone. read more

The staff here are great! They're very attentive and responsive. We were scared to leave our kid with stangers but they helped ease us into it by updates and pictures. If you're looking for a great learning environment for your kids, sunshine house is definitely #1 in my opinion. read more

Our family loves Sunshine House Concord! Our son has thrived here! The structured days, social interaction, and of course the educational activities have been so beneficial for his development. There are events that allow parents to meet other families. Also an occasional pizza night that allows parents to have date night! This school not only cares for the children but they think of the families as a whole. The teachers are so kind and patient. Our son absolutely loves them all. Bringing our son to Sunshine House Concord has been one of the best decisions we've made. read more

Ok it's been about a month so here is my update. The first couple times dropping our daughter off at Sunshine House she had some tears being away from mommy and daddy all day especially at drop off and pick up. Not the case after the third day! She walks right in the door and runs off to play. She absolutely loves all the teachers and gives them hugs. It makes me so happy she enjoys being around other kids as well as being comfortable around the teachers. I've noticed her more confident especially in her motor skills. I really like how after the first couple of weeks we got a call from Ms. Crystal evaluating her progress. During that call I heard so much positivity and encouragement. Even after pickup we get a little review of how she did during the day and I love how in her cubby we get notes from her day and if she worked on any activities. Our whole family loves Sunshine House Concord and how loving and caring they are with our daughter. We love Sunshine House! read more

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We love Sunshine House Concord! Our daughter started at Sunshine when she was 2.5 years old, she is almost 4 now. As a COVID baby transitioning to daycare was rough but the staff and teachers were so patient and caring and helped us all through it! Now almost 2 years later she loves going to school. She's always talking about what she learned during the day, different things she's tried etc. I think the curriculum is a great mix of kindergarten readiness and fun. read more

I can't say enough good things about Sunshine House. They have been more than amazing. We weren't sure if our son was ready for preschool and specially during Covid but it was definitely the best decision. We have seen the positive changes in our son and how much he's learned. He always looked forward to his next day of school and would come back home happy with a project in hand and telling his sister what he did at school. He loved his teachers and the new friends he's made during his time at Sunshine. Now we feel he's definitely more ready for T-k this fall. Thank you so much to all the teachers at Sunshine House in Concord for making my son's first experience of school amazing, easy, fun and educational. We will definitely be calling back to enroll our daughter when it's her turn. read more

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We've been at Sunshine House Concord for almost a year and a half now. My son was only ever watched by family before we started attending. It was a tricky transition at first but the amazing staff helped all of us feel comfortable. Ms. Crystal is an absolute ANGEL! Her whole staff is incredible! They supported my son through his tearful drop offs, encouraged him to be engaged, earned his trust, got him to open up, and was pivotal in his potty training success. Ms. Crystal always has great insight and advice when it comes to navigating life with a 3 1/2 year old! Ms. Elisha, Ms. Maria, Ms. Hayley, and all the teachers are so incredible making us feel welcome every morning! We are so appreciative of the Sunshine House Concord community. read more

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Our child has been going to Sunshine House in Concord for the last year and a half. I must say we are more than happy we chose Sunshine House as our child care provider. From the moment I toured the school I knew I had found the right place. The teachers are amazing in so many ways, they are supportive, thoughtful, caring, communicative, and really take the time to listen to parents questions, or concerns. Most importantly the care and education given to the children here is exceptional. My daughter is thriving and looks forward to going to school everyday and seeing her teachers and friends. Not only has she built great relationships with her teachers , she is also developing amazing friendships with the other children at Sunshine House. Thank you all for genuinely caring for our kiddos. I would definitely recommend Sunshine House ! read more

Disappointed. My daughter was in a small daycare that she LOVED, she unfortunately lost her spot after we traveled for over a month. We applied for Sunshine house school and started there. The first week, my daughter had a huge scratch on her face, I found an " awe note " in her cubby which explained the situation. I didn't give it much attention. On the third week I received a call stating that my daughter is getting physical with the other kids, on the same day Of the call I saw a little boy pushing my daughter aggressively while my daughter stood there and did nothing. I mentioned that to the ms. Vanessa that my daughter learned that behavior at their school because we NEVER had a complaint about her being physical before with other kids, not in her previous school which she stayed in for a whole year. I even gave her the name of my daughter old school and the name of the director so she can call her herself. We left sunshine house school in Concord, and after a month or so I RECEIVED a call from sunshine house in Martinez. They said they have a spot for my daughter. I went there spoke to ms Ana and took the enrollment paperwork so we can get started mid July. I told mr. Ana the whole problem we faced with Sunshine house in concord. I was very honest from the beginning simply because i didnt want to go through this again. She seemed very understanding. Just now I received a call form mr Ana saying that ms Vanessa got in contact with her and asked her NOT to take my daughter in because of her behavior ( which she learned from HER school in the first place) At preschool, children build a strong foundation in social, pre-academic, and general life skills that will give them a leg up in school and beyond. Sunshine House is NOT one of them, its more a big playground where they leave kids for hours and call it " Preschool " read more

Best school in the town my son has been going there from last 1.5 years I can not thanks them enough what they do to take care of our children. All the teachers are great my son always say good stuff about them. Karen the owner is such kind lady as well as great teacher. Very responsible staff and good care you can get it at sun terrace pre school. I want to thank you all th hard working teachers we can not go to work if you wouldn't care for our kids thank you so much. If you are looking for the best pre school in town this is the one sun terrace pre school. Navneet Dev Angad mom. read more

We found sunshine house through a family member. We were impressed with the first visit and how neat, orderly and clean the space was. Getting to know Ms. Crystal and the staff, in the past 6 months have been a positive experience. Our son enjoys the teachers and since being there has definitely improved his articulation, word, number and color recognition. The teachers have a great and calming presence. I would recommend this location to others. Thanks Sunshine House! read more

Disappointed in how my child was treated. They kicked my 3 year old out after 1 and a half days because they didn't want to deal with his crying and attempting to leave because of separation anxiety. They called him a safety hazard because he tried to open doors to go where he shouldn't. Hes brand new here- how is he supposed to know where he can and cant go at a given time? Hes overwhelmed with separation anxiety and is disabled by speech delay and cant tell you how he feels. I told them it was going to be like that after a few days then he would settle in because thats exactly what happened at his old preschool that was out for the summer. We had no problem there with him at his old preschool. The weirdest part is that they wouldn't let me stay in the classroom for 1 day to help him get settled in. They said it wouldn't work and ignored me when I said it worked for him last time. They don't want parents to stay in classroom. In fact when I suggested it was when i got a call not long after to pick him up and don't come back. Weird in my opinion. and when I got there to pick him up he was playing in a play house- no tears, no trying to escape. They gave him no time to settle in. I was told when I got there that they have 12 other kids to take care of. So sounds to me like they just want money and easy kids. I wouldn't take your anxious or disabled child here unless you want to feel discriminated against. read more

My first child(8yo) graduated from here. Now my daughter goes here(4yo). Staff are very friendly and patient. They would work with my schedule if I'm running late or a during family emergency. I've dealt with other daycares that are very strict. I understand rules and pick up times, but it's called an "emergency" for a reason. I'm thankful for this school near our house, near the freeway and easy access to all my relatives who help do the pick up sometimes. They prepare kids for Kindergarten. I was happy to receive a progress report of my child who always answers "nothing" when you ask "what did you learn from school today?" :P It's a great way to see you child's progress and see what she/he needs to practice. Can't wait for their graduation ceremony, which is a big event for the school. read more

We are 3 months in, and our family couldn't be happier with our decision to start our daughter at Sunshine House! Several mom friends have their kids at the other locations and speak so highly of Sunshine House, so when I heard a location had opened up in Concord I scheduled a tour right away. My husband and I looked at 5 preschool options in total, and after our tour of Sunshine House we had absolutely no question that it was the right fit! It felt like family, and many of the teachers have been with the school for years and years. Our daughter started shortly after turning 2, and all of the teachers were so warm and comforting as she transitioned into a school environment (she had only been home with family previously). I loved that I could call or text to check in on her, and often times in the first few weeks the teachers would beat me to it and send pictures and progress updates. Our daughter is absolutely loving it and thriving there. She comes home singing new songs, showing off her art work, and engaging us in new imaginary games. She loves her teachers and friends and even talks about missing them over the weekends. I find that it is just the right mix of free play time and structured activities, and Sunshine House emails the weekly curriculum and themes ahead of time so that parents can get a sense of what the kids are up to and reinforce learning at home. The kids also spend a ton of time outside which was important to me as I did my search, and they have both a front and backyard, which is incredibly spacious. The school itself is recently renovated both on the interior and the outside play areas, and it is kept very clean. It is the best feeling as a parent to arrive in the afternoon and observe our daughter playing with friends outside or engaged in circle time and literally always smiling. Proudly and happily would recommend Sunshine House in Concord to any families who are looking! read more

We love Sunshine House. We are from a different state and all the teachers made my son and myself feel so welcomed. He made lots of friends and still talks about them to this day. Thanks so much Sunshine House!! read more

Where do I start. I can't thank sunshine house enough for how my daughter Gracie has been growing and preparing for starting school next year. Gracie started at sunshine house last year and has improved in every way. The staff at sunshine house through their positive attitudes and engagement with Gracie have shown her structural learning and play but, in the same breathe also shown her that she has the freedom and ability to try/ do new and challenging things. Miss Crystal and her staff have been amazing to say the least. Gracie has turned into a social butterfly and has been demonstrating everything she is learning at home with me and her little sister Glory. My interactions with all the teachers at sunshine house has been nothing but positive as well. They have been welcoming during every drop off and pick up, especially with Ms. Elisha in the mornings. Ms. Elisha is her favorite teacher. Gracie has enjoyed the bond that her and Ms. Elisha have formed. When I have a question Ms. Crystal has been prompt in response to any and all questions that come up. The staff at sunshine house has been very supportive and I'm grateful for them. Miss Crystal and all the teachers are really committed to providing a safe, fun and nurturing learning environment to allow Gracie to grow and flourish. I am very happy to be apart of the sunshine house family. read more

I can not sing the praises of this wonderful preschool and the amazing staff that work here. My daughter has blossomed since being in their care with her language skills and knows her colors and shapes already at just 2 years old! I love that when I drop her off in the morning there are no tears! Just a happy smile, kisses and a "Bye mommy!" This lets me know that my girl is loved and cared for while with them. If you are looking for a fantastic preschool with a curriculum that focuses on learning and exploring this is the place for you! Sunshine House in Concord is phenomenal! read more

Our daughter has been attending Sunshine House in concord for a year and she loves school! As a parent who works in special education I was very nervous about sending her to preschool at 2, but to see her grow and develop socially, emotionally and learn the pre-academic skills has been amazing. There was a transition period where there were tears at drop off but all the teachers created a safe and caring environment for her and always greeted us with positivity and kindness. The staff would send pictures of her playing or doing activities to reassure us she was settled and adjusted. The teachers also took time out of their day to write us personalized notes about how she was doing and strengths she was displaying. Our family loves the themed weeks and days as well as the shared curriculum so we can preview her on the day and talk about what she learned at school. Our daughter loves the play based curriculum that includes art, circle time and hands on learning. when our family welcomed baby #2 , the staff were supportive of giving our daughter an extended summer break to bring less germs in the house and to spend time with visiting family. When she returned all the staff welcomed her back and even kept her cubby the same as if she never left. I have no doubt that my daughter will be ready to transition to pre-k! read more

It's been a while since we have been at Sun Terrace Preschool. I have a 19 year old and an 11 year old that went here and we couldn't have been happier. Since our time at Sun Terrace we have recommended several of our friends and family and have continiously been thanked for the referral. All of the teachers have been there a long time and loved and taught our children like their own. I wanted to write a review today because someone asked me about a preschool in Concord and I once again had to recommend Sun Terrace. We go back and visit from time to time and they are so excited to see our grown up boys. You will find 2nd and 3rd generations of children at this school which I feel speaks for itself! I highly recommend Karen and her staff of awesome teachers! read more

"I don't want to go home yet." If you hear your child say these words when it's time for you to pick them up, that just tells you how much they love school. My daughter says that a lot. Sun Terrace Preschool is a wonderful school! My daughter is learning so much from her teachers. They really take time to make sure their students are learning. I see my daughter improve in a lot of things especially her writing skills each week. She's always excited to go to school and never runs out of fun stories to tell! I definitely recommend Sun Terrace Preschool! read more

I'm super bummed to leave this preschool due to moving out of state. If you're looking for a preschool for your little one your search is over, this is the one. My D came here for 2 yrs and learned so many new things. All the teachers are very dedicated and the director is a sweetheart. The price is affordable compared to other preschools and you really get a lot for your money. read more

My daughter has been going here for 3 months now and we all love it! The place is amazing! Every night my daughter says something that make me say "How'd you get so smart?". Sun Terrace has helped my daughter blossom, learn and grow. The teachers are always happy and helpful. I don't get to pick my child up every day but I look forward to the days I do. I'm thankful to have found Sun Terrace Pre-School! read more

Sun terrace has amazing staff. From the principal, office staff to the teachers the team here is amazing! I'm so thankful that this school receives top funding each class has high tech devices and the teachers are allowed to implement many new innovative ways for the kids to learn. read more

I wish I could give this school a million stars! Incredible is the best way to describe Sun Terrace Pre-School. I have two children 3 and 4 years old and both started here when they turned 2. My children have grown so much and continue to grow and develop her both academically but also social skills and positive behavior and reinforcement. Oh and let's not forget the task of potty training... YUP without these ladies I am confident we'd still be working on it. lol Karen the owner is always there in the morning to greet you and your children, she is always laughing and engaging. I also appreciate that Karen is very open and honest so if there is something you need to know, you will absolutely know. My kids LOVE all of their teachers. I get daily updates on what they have learned and how much they love their teachers:) I cannot begin to express how thankful I am to have found Sun Terrace and how incredibly grateful I am for meeting such amazing and dedicated teachers that take the development of my children seriously and make everyday special for these little ones. THEY ARE THE BEST! read more

Awesome!! You will not find kids running amoke here. No no no, they have it under control. Miss Karen is a joy, the whole staff is great. My Son & Daughter attended here and I never had a worry. The entire staff is dedicated to the children, you can tell they care deeply about their jobs and the children they are in charge of. read more

We went to visit this preschool to check it out and I am very impressed. The prices are lower then all other preschools that we visited and I must say that they were very professional and seem like great teachers. The areas in the preschool are very nice and clean. We will put our twin boys in this preschool and see how it goes. read more

My daughter has gone here for almost a year now. She is in the pre-K program and doing so well. This is a very well run school. All the teachers are great! I would recommend this school to anyone who asks and plan on bringin our twins here in the fall. read more

My daughter has gone here for two years she loves it she's learned so much n the staff is great I love the people there its like family thank you guys read more

If I could give it more then 5 stars I would. Such an amazing experience. I am truly saddened that we will be leaving here. Our daughter has blossomed here! And I owe that to the staff. I would highly recommend this place to anyone.. read more

This pre-school is one of the best ones. When I was looking for preschool for my daughter I visited few in my neighborhood. This one was the only one she liked. She was 2 years old, she started playing with the other kids & I couldn't leave for an hour! She loved the pre-school very much. 2 years later we put our son in there too. He loved the school & the teachers. Each time I was picking my son up, my daughter (who was in kindergarten) wanted to come along & visit everybody. Next year my third son will be going in. The stuff is very nice & most of them have been there for a very long time. The owner Karen is the best!! If you are looking for very good pre-school then THIS IS IT!!! read more

My son has been going to Sun Terrace for 5 months now and I'm glad I chose this school! He loves his teachers and I feel he has excelled even more by going to this school. I love how when I come to pick him up, he is excited to show me the art projects that he has created. Even though at times it may feel like a challenge dropping him off at school, I know he feels safe when he's amongst the staff. The staff has even helped him progress in going pee in the potty. Once my second son turns two, we're definitely sending him to Sun Terrace. read more