UPDATE 2 - While I respect that some families may have had positive experiences, it is important to…read morerecognize that not every parent or child undergoes the same kind of treatment, communication, or support from lead teachers. One parent's positive experience should not be used to dismiss or respond to concerns raised by other affected parents. There is no need to invalidate someone else's experience when the focus should simply be on sharing one's own. In our experience, concerns regarding ADHD and behavioral differences were discussed, but what was difficult was how those concerns were approached. Sensitive matters involving a child's struggles should remain professional and parent-centered, rather than becoming discussion points in ways that affect relationships with other families whose children were friends with mine. I have heard two of the parents approach me and letting me know that my child's conditions were discussed with them and told their kids not to be friends with him. Despite being uncomfortable and concerned, they informed me about this so I would be aware of it. What became especially concerning was when my child began coming home visibly distressed, crying, and repeatedly expressing that he felt pressured by the green class teacher into accepting the blame for an incident he consistently said he did not do. From our perspective as parents, it appeared that instead of carefully understanding the situation, there were moments where he felt pushed to agree with accusations or accept responsibility despite insisting otherwise. Watching a young child become emotionally distressed to the point of crying at home and describing feeling pressured in this way significantly escalated our concerns and aggravated an already difficult situation. More importantly, identifying concerns should also come with meaningful support and guidance. Instead of collaborative strategies, accommodations, or support to help my child succeed, it often felt like the child was only commented on having ADHD and also blamed for behaviors -- such as moving quickly through activities or transitioning to another task instead of staying engaged in one work for extended periods. Expecting a young child to remain focused on a single activity for more than 30 minutes without understanding developmental needs or learning differences did not feel supportive. When I approached the lead Green Class teacher to discuss how we speak to and guide our child when he was not listening, I was told that she had significant experience handling children and did not like parents giving suggestions. I found this response dismissive because, during a meeting when we genuinely asked for suggestions or strategies to better support our child, we were told there were none and were instead asked the same question in return. However, when I attempted to offer open suggestions based on what worked for our child, this was the response I received. This felt particularly concerning when it already seemed as though there were ongoing struggles in understanding, handling, and supporting our child's individual needs rather than working collaboratively to help him succeed. Comparing a 6-year-old child to a younger child, such as a 4-year-old, was also unhelpful and discouraging. Every child develops differently, and comparisons do not provide constructive support or understanding for a child's unique strengths and challenges.

A year before joining RMA I started asking moms in the community where their children go to…read morepreschool and if they like it, and time and time again RMA came up as being the go to preschool in the area. They have a waitlist for a reason. The grounds are beautiful with open space for kids to play and there are two locked entry points w security codes to get in; the grounds are fenced to keep kids safe. The classrooms are clean and Montessori educational items are placed at eye level accessible for children to interact with. Montessori language, such as calling the activities "jobs," is used, along with the traditional "walk around the sun" ceremony that takes place on a child's birthday. The school uses an app to communicate with parents showing pictures of their child during the day so you know what they're working on. I made it a point to check in w teachers at drop off/pick up time so there was always clear communication and collaboration with the school. The staff were all professional and kind in our experience. Our child has grown so much in the years we have been at RMA. At a recent elementary school assessment we were told she scored a grade level above academically on the kindergarten readiness test. Our child loves science after having weekly hands on science experiments in the classroom; she mastered letter and number recognition; she can write her name and has developed critical thinking skills thanks to her teachers and a school environment that encourages curiosity. The performances the school puts on throughout the year are really precious. The kids work hard at learning the songs and a lot of care goes into the events. I don't know the circumstances behind the negative reviews here, but I fully respect that Ms. Janet does not air any dirty laundry on a public forum like this. All I know is that RMA has a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy environment for the children enrolled, and from our own individual experience, they have done so. Our experience with RMA has been nothing but heartwarming and positive and we will miss it.

It is a true gift to give your child the opportunity to grow up at St Albans. The school gives my…read moreson everything he needs to be set up for success going forward and is continually upgrading their curriculum to meet the needs of the children and go beyond that. I personally appreciate that they focus on my child's social and emotional development as well as his academic needs with the ultimate goal of having a child who can enter high school not only as a strong academically, but as a confident individual who can be an independent learner, think for himself and know how to collaborate with others. Aside from the academics and personal growth, the school offers enrichment courses including Spanish, computers, music, drama, PE and art that are included in the curriculum. Because this is part of the regular curriculum, your child really has the opportunity to build on these extra activities since it is included in their program all the way through 8th grade. Another advantage of choosing a school like St. Albans is it is a small school, everyone gets to know your child very well (both students and faculty), which makes it a very comforting environment for your child to grown up in. You can be assured that no student will "fall through the cracks" at St. Albans and you will find that they truly want what is best for your child and will help them reach their full potential. The head of school always puts the needs of the children first. The school is very lucky to have her. She is intelligent, knowledgeable, hard working and very involved in all that goes on with the school. Mrs. Bernauer sets the bar high for both the students and the school, which is what makes St. Albans continually grow and meet the highest of educational standards. Our family feels that we have made the best choice in choosing St. Albans for our children's education. We have no doubt that this school is setting our children up to be the best, well-rounded individuals they can be.

A damaging experience I would never repeat…read more I am deeply sorry to hear that children are still having experiences similar to what my son endured at St. Albans more than twenty years ago. Our family's experience with the school could not have been worse. What we were told during the enrollment process did not match the reality we encountered. In addition to tuition, families were expected to make substantial financial contributions and fulfill significant volunteer-hour requirements. As a single parent, I was unable to meet all of those demands. As a result, I felt my son was singled out and ostracized--not by the other students or their parents, but by the school administration itself. My son was labeled "too active." In his class, I felt that boys were often judged more harshly for displaying normal childhood energy, while children who could immediately sit quietly and conform were treated as the ideal. Although my son was not expelled, I ultimately and willingly removed him because I believed the environment had become toxic and damaging to his confidence. In my experience, school officials were unwilling to work constructively with children who did not fit their narrow definition of the "perfect student." The culture felt arrogant, inflexible, and dismissive of individual differences. The academic expectations were also unreasonable. No fourth grader should routinely be assigned three to four hours of homework each night. I was also extremely unhappy with the poor-quality, unhealthy food served during after-school care. My strongest advice to parents is to find a school that leads with kindness, patience, compassion, and a genuine willingness to support each child as an individual. Based on our family's experience, St. Albans was unequivocally not that place.

My son is in the pre-K class at this location and he has picked up so many good habits thanks to…read moreteachers like Tara and Anya who are very friendly and professional. The principal is also very nice here.

My son was in the infant room for only two months this fall. I only switched him because the…read morelogistics of multiple drop offs in Rocklin while living in Lincoln became too demanding on our family's schedule. The school is super clean and welcoming. There were so many activities going on at the school during the time we attended. The principal, Ms. Mo is amazing and great with communication. She makes a point to greet parents and check in regularly. The front desk coordinator (I think she's East Indian) was also very kind and welcoming. I definitely felt I could trust the staff and the morning teachers, Ms. Vanessa, were especially amazing with updates for me. One improvement is more consistency with pictures/updates in the app. The app is also delayed and has some kinks. I think ProCare is a much better app for updates.

My child has been with Tots of Love in Citrus heights for a little over a year now. The staff…read morewho've watched her are great and communicative. Although we've been through at least four different site directors, I'm greatful to Misses Sue, Indigo and Sarah for being consistent faces that greet my child each day and enjoy her. The reason I've knocked a couple of stars is due to inconsistent site directors and inconsistent and irresponsible business practices from the owner. I'm a private pay parent and although the price is one of the lowest I've seen for daycares, we're charged per day. So as private pay parents, we have to wait for invoices in order to address the monthly payment. We're often invoiced at inconsistent dates either in the middle of the month or sometimes we receive 2 invoices back to back because the owner is late in sending them. Another point, while we can pay via the app, I noticed we're being charged additional charges just for inconvenience fees that are anywhere between $20-$30 more. Since this is the case, I've been paying via check. However, the owner doesn't cash the checks right away so I'm having to budget for over $3k in my account, until she decides to cash them. I've also noticed an error in the procare app which the daycare uses to invoice/ charge parents. The app shows an overcharge of $141 discrepancy from what I actually owe. I've emailed and sent notes to the owner multiple times without an apology or any communication that it will get fixed. I've received no communication directly from the owner. For me personally, her behavior is reckless, irresponsible and unacceptable. It's clear she should hire an administrator to handle the finances. And as far as the site directors go, it's clear that they're not the problem.

This center has been absolutely Amazing. My son came from a different daycare that he was about…read moreto get kicked out of. Tots of love has gone above and beyond working with him! Their 4 year old class is all geared for kinder readiness they do a full assessment and questionnaire. Which really helps them get on track for school my son learned how to do the sign language alphabet. And spell his name with it! But they practice writing learn sound of letters and site word which is above and beyond! Shout out to mrs. Somer who has worked one on one with my son. She really puts her all everyday for her kids. She does research on her own to help kids I recently found out my son has adhd and she just totally looked up stuff to help him adjust in her class. she's truly the best of the best and shout out to miss Wanda (the director) for being such and open door and highly communicative she has been so patient and should be recognized for all she has done!

EmpowerME Preschool & Childcare has been an absolute blessing for my family! When I first moved…read morehere in 2020 during the pandemic, my then 2nd grader started attending their program. She met so many wonderful people--both children and adults--who left a lasting impression on her. She continued with EmpowerME throughout the pandemic and has participated in their school-age programs during breaks ever since. Now, she's preparing to enter 6th grade! In 2024, I had a baby, and as soon as she turned six months old, she started attending EmpowerME as well. Every morning when I drop her off, her face lights up when she sees the staff. Leaving my baby in daycare was nerve-wracking at first, but the staff made it so much easier by keeping me updated on everything happening with her. They say it takes a village to raise a child, and I truly believe that EmpowerME and their amazing staff have been a vital part of my village for the past five years. I couldn't be more grateful!

We had our 2 year old son here for less than a month, unfortunately our experience was unpleasant…read moreto say the least. They ask you to pack food for meals and will not heat up your child's food so be prepared to pack cold foods only. The staff just seemed annoyed more than anything at my son as he had a hard time adjusting to his new schedule. Just about everyday he cried upon drop off and pick up. Understandably there were growing pains, but even now at his current child care facility he adjusted within 2 weeks. The staff was avoidant when we tried asking questions and when we were able to talk to them (the little conversation we were able to have) they tried to keep it as short as possible with no elaboration. The worst came less than two weeks in. There was an incident that happened which ultimately resulted with my son needing stitches in his face from one of the teachers trying to pick him up from his cot before nap time to change his diaper. The story still is not clear and conveniently there was no video of what happened and no proper incident report was provided even after requested. Hopefully others have a better experience here and everyone can be kept safe in the future.

We loved Play Care Learning Center! My daughter Julia was there until she finished preschool. She…read moreloved the place, the teachers, Miss Bonnie, her friends, everything!. Now that she is in public school she is way more advanced than the rest of the kids and it is definitely thanks to PCLC!

This is what my children and I experienced at this place. They show no case. Yes I filed my own…read moreinvestigation and complaint years back when it occurred but I get continual updates from the county that they're always under investigation and being complained against for mistreating children. Go look it up for yourself. I highly recommend putting your kids in Roseville ranch Montessori instead of this they actually CARE about your kids there.

My 6 month old started attending discovery tree in April. I was nervous to leave my 6 month old…read morewith people she didn't know, but after meeting the teachers and director I was immediately put at ease. Most of the teachers have been at DT for many years, they all love my daughter, and she is well cared for. The classroom is clean and they even have a play yard for the infant/toddler classroom. I can always reach the director via email or phone to answer any of my questions and compared to other places in the area tuition was decently priced. We are very happy and look forward to many years at Discovery Tree!!!

My little one has been going to Discovery Tree School for over a year now and they are been…read morewonderful! My son loves going to daycare. He really enjoys his friends and teachers. I was so impressed with how they are handling the current COVID-19. I feel confident that my son is safe while he is there. I can't recommend this daycare enough.

My daughter had an amazing time at Rusch Park Preschool. Don't let the negative reviews sway you,…read moreMs. Kathy and her group of teachers are fantastic, they truly care about each and every student, and it shows. The weekly activities and extracurriculars are fun, thoughtful, and enriching. They truly went above and beyond our expectations, and we are so happy we took the chance on Rusch Park Preschool! Thank you to Ms Kathy, Ms. Frankie, Ms. Nicole, and Ms. Natallia for a wonderful Pre-K experience. We wish we didn't have to leave!!

Let me start off by saying my kids did learn and excel in this program. But the director Kathy has…read moreno regard for the parents and no respect multiple times, She made unfair comments, in front of other parents. She likes to call people out when it is uncalled for. For example, being upset that one parent brought " too much birthday treats" which there is no policy on how much to bring or not to bring. During this speech she call me out saying I should not do this. Let me tell you why this was strange for her to say. My twins have summer birthdays so I had not brought in and treats. When she said this, every single parent stared at me which made things very uncomfortable. She also discussed another child to me (that was not one of my children) that was four years old and said "he would cry if his shoe was not tied" My other issues I have is Kathy calling children too emotional or over emotional mind you all these children are 3 to 4 years old. 3 to 4-year-olds have big giant emotions. Many of these children have never been away from their parents so the response to that is a normal developmental response for that age. I think that's a unfair assessment especially regarding crying at that age as so many children do now let me add. She had never said this about my children but as a parent, I don't like hearing about anyone's children at that age. It took me along time to make this review I wanted to give the benefit of the doubt. But now that my children are in a school setting, where the teachers have respect do not say negative comments like that I realized how wrong that was and how many times I let things slide when I was just trying to keep the peace in thinking maybe it was me. All the other teachers here are great . Kathy herself I believe is a good teacher, but I had some very negative times interacting with her. I wish there was a review like this before I signed up for this program so I would have been aware. I did bring this up to hire management and directors more than once through the school year last year. The reason I didn't pull my children out were they were doing very well in school they made friends and the other four teachers were all fantastic.