My both daughters went to soheila . She is the nicest She…read moreloves kids and all the kids love her.. my kids couldn't wait on the weekend for Mondays .. she spends time a lot with them , take care of them very well..

I'm sparing them a one-star review because I appreciated the art programming they provided and the…read moreteachers seemed good. However, the daycare and owners are 100% business-focused and puts money first. They have zero empathy for parents or fostering community. Understandably, Covid posed many challenges to everyone and protocols had to be put in place but they did not allow for parents to communicate with teachers at all - no virtual conversations, phone calls, emails, etc. Every six months, they would send home a 'report' without any opportunities to sit down to review or ask questions. All of that, I can look past... because Covid required a lot of flexibility from all parties. The real frustration came upon registration for our 2nd kid. Their sales tactic was that of fake urgency and loose and sneaky language in the contract. You can feel free to message me for specifics so that you can be made aware. When there was a discrepancy, one 'owner' Natalie (who honestly has no decision making power as she gets overshadowed by the other) owned up and said the contract language was indeed confusing. However, Allison (bureaucratic owner) would say otherwise, completely undermining Natalie. They refused to make time for a call to talk it through the confusion and instead required us to only use email to contact them. They brushed us off in person and finally (but reluctantly) gave me 9 minutes on a call in which Natalie hastily rushed me off. We're talking about major confusion in a contract that would net them (and cost us) $75,000+ in the lifetime of our two kids being there. They resorted to defensiveness and eventually made up a whole narrative about my family's financial difficulty. It was extremely hurtful and mind blowing that a business can be run this way. Whenever it served them to play the "we are a small business, we make mistakes" card, they would use it sparingly. And at times when it served them to say "we are very well established, have been doing this for decades so please don't question us" they would use that to their advantage. As another reviewer said "if you're happy to shut up and abide by the info they give you, then this is the place for you." I really wish I would have read this before enrolling. Childcare is a highly personal and sensitive decision and they don't seem to agree with this. I'm so glad we pulled our kids out and while difficult to not have childcare for a few months, we ended up finding a much better option for our kids. I'd recommend supporting another local daycare that truly cares about the community versus just their bottom line and the self-serving need to always having to be right.

I thought maybe my experience with Small Wonders School was a one-off until I read some of the…read morereviews here that seemed consistent with how I was treated. I was hired as an assistant teacher (I have over 7 years of experience in preschool) for their kindergarten program. The directors were aware of my teaching experience and had my full resume. They offered me the position and I accepted, excited to gain experience with a new age group. They wanted me to begin right away so I could be trained in time for the school year to begin. I was relocating from out of state and rushed the move so I would start on time. The school and staff were nice and I felt optimistic about the position. After only three days of training, however, I was told that they wanted someone with more kindergarten experience and let me go. I accepted this graciously and silently, despite knowing it was bad practice. I hadn't even had a chance to be in the kindergarten classroom yet. After leaving the school and driving home in tears I realized I forgot my sweater and went back to get it. As I approached the door I saw my sweater outside draped over a rail on the sidewalk, which felt quite insulting. The only redeeming thing about the situation is that I was paid for the three days I trained. The amount of stress and money that went into relocating in such a rush and then looking for another job is irrevocable though. I am shocked and appalled by the treatment I received.

My son has been at little b, Big B for a year now, and we couldn't be happier. From the very first…read moreday, it was clear how much care and intention goes into this cozy, nurturing space for toddlers aged 12-36 months. Betsy and Kara are seasoned professionals who deeply understand toddler development and behavior. They approach each child with warmth, patience, and love--and it shows. More than anything, they prioritize creating a space where children feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for. There's a reason Betsy has been doing this for over 17 years--her experience, calm presence, and commitment to early childhood care are unmatched. The environment is calm, clean, and full of thoughtfully chosen toys and activities that encourage play, curiosity, and independence. My son comes home happy, chatty, and often singing songs he's learned during the day. The structure and routines help him thrive, and I've seen him grow in confidence, language, and social skills since he started. It's also one of the most affordable and high-quality options we found--especially rare in the Bay Area. We feel incredibly lucky to be part of the little b, Big B community, and I can't recommend it enough to any family looking for a loving, enriching place for their toddler.

We LOVE this daycare! Our daughter has been in the care of Betsy and Kara since she was 13 months…read moreold. She is 24 months now, and is thriving. She adores her caregivers and runs happily to play the second we arrive. She also barely wants to leave when I pick her up! They provide all the food and snacks, handle nap time, play time, everything you could need. True professionals who are as loving and fun as they come. I couldn't recommend them more!!

I can't say enough great things about this establishment. My daughter Julianna loves Marina. She's…read morethe most loving, caring and attentive person. This daycare is very clean, meal preps are healthy, and my daughter's motor skills were challenged. My daughter was well cared for and loved while in the care of Marina for several years, until we had to move to Walnut Creek and my daughter started school. She was a very happy child, and at times didn't want to go home with me. The best daycare in the East Bay!

I am more than proud to recommend Ms Virginia as a Child Care Provider for your growing family…read more Virginia was our child care provider for several years and our children have nothing but the fondest memories of her. She took an active role in enhancing the children's education and making sure they got plenty of exercise. Virginia is certified in CPR and first aid so we knew that our children were safe with her. She has worked with groups as large as 10 children per day and groups as small as two children per day. In all instances the reviews of her performance with the children always came back very positive from the children and parents. Ms Virginia was very flexible with our consistent changing schedule and was willing to work with us. She has great communication skills. She had help us with potty training plus more! As our children started preschool we no longer found a need for Virginia's services. It was hard to leave Ms. Virginia, she had became part of our family.

Ms. Debi is amazing!!!! I met her 20 years ago with my first child and wouldn't have entrusted my…read moreyounger two now 6 and 5 with anyone else! Her Christian based in home preschool was the perfect setting for all my children and I love that they were well prepared and beyond ready for kindergarten and grade school having been in her care!! Debi teaches Spanish/English and Sign Language. She only has 6 spots available at a time and rarely has openings. Anyone who meets her becomes 2nd family and she cares and loves your children like they're her own!

Nurturing & Loving Educational Enriched Environment. Excellent Parent/Teacher Communication. Debi…read morehas over 20 yrs of ECE Credentials & Experience. She's a member of NAEYC, CAEYC, AEYC, NAFCC & CC Nutrional Food Pgm. WOW! Debi actually "CARES ABOUT CHILDREN!"

I absolutely love Kasey's DayCare! She is so caring and great with my boys. They are always excited…read moreto see her. Kasey always feeds them healthy meals and snacks. She plays educational games and makes sure they stay on their napping schedule. My husband and I looked at a lot of daycare's and are so happy we found her!!

Very neglected property. The services provided are very basic education. Materials provided for…read morestudents are inadequate.

Absolutely love this place. I've always had a good experience. They're very personable. They hold…read morefun functions here. They set up a harvest night with games prizes etc. they have a kids bring bike or scooter days etc. it felt like family. My favorite was the graduation outfit for my daughter. This place is amazing and is trust with all my kids.