I cannot recommend Kids Castle enough! My 2-year-old has been attending since last September, and…read moreit has been the perfect fit for our family. Before finding this wonderful at-home care facility, my child had a poor experience at a local large daycare, which left us nervous. However, she settled in very quickly at Kids Castle and is now happy to go in and play every single day. The small team of women who run it are incredibly professional, polite, and caring. Their communication skills are excellent, which makes me feel so relaxed leaving my child there. The quality of care and activities is top-notch. They cover everything from reading, counting, and learning colors to dancing, cooking, arts and crafts, and vital social-emotional learning. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Kids Castle and truly hope we can stay here until my child reaches TK!

My wife and I moved to La Costa in November and started looking for childcare right away. We added…read moreour names to the waitlist at Kids Castle daycare and kept our fingers crossed. About five months later we got the call, and it has been the best experience since. The wait was absolutely worth it. My daughter has already shown real progress from all the activities and structure they provide. I also really appreciate the daily photo updates, it gives us peace of mind and lets us feel connected to her day. We could not be happier with our decision. I cannot recommend Kids Castle enough

Both of my children attended daycare at Three Little Owls. My son was in the infant room and my…read moredaughter in the preschool. We toured numerous daycare centers in Vista, and Three Little Owls was the obvious choice for a number of reasons. First, it was by far the cleanest daycare center we toured. The teachers and owners are extremely vigilant about daily cleaning and sanitizing. It was also opened more recently so all of the toys, supplies, and furniture are very new and clean. Next, they make all meals fresh for the students, daily. My son started at six months when he began solids and I was so impressed with the food they offered him. (They make the babies homemade bone broth puree!) my daughter also loved all of the homemade meals and snacks in the preschool. Lastly, the owners and teachers all truly love the students. My husband and I both work full time and leaving our babies everyday is hard. However, I always felt so confident that they were loved and cared for by every teacher at Three Little Owls. You don't find teachers that compassionate and invested in the children at every daycare. It is truly a special place. I highly recommend Three Little Owls to anyone looking for childcare. We are so grateful for all they have done for us.

Very Disappointing Experience…read more When I first read the reviews for this daycare, I honestly thought I had found the best daycare for my children. The reviews gave me a very positive impression, so I went there genuinely hoping to enroll my children. Unfortunately, my actual experience was very different. The first thing I noticed was that the outdoor play area seemed quite small to me. However, that alone would not have stopped me from enrolling my children. I was still willing to move forward until I had several conversations with the director that completely changed my mind. My baby is only four months old. I explained that I would want to stop by during the day from time to time to check on my baby. The director reacted very strongly and asked me, "What do you mean by visiting?" I was told that I should leave my child and go, and that at most I could come once and look at my baby from behind the glass. When I explained that I wanted to be able to visit during the day, I was told, "If everyone wants to come, we can't work." The comment that I found most upsetting was: "I only have this problem with Iranians." I personally found that statement very disappointing and uncomfortable, especially because the staff I interacted with were also Persian-speaking. I had toured several other daycare centers, and my experience with them was completely different. They were respectful and welcoming when I asked about visiting my baby during the day, and some even told me that I could come to breastfeed my baby if needed. I never felt like asking about my child was an inconvenience. I also asked for printed copies of the forms I needed. The way this request was handled felt unnecessarily irritated and unprofessional to me. I was given several papers that, in my opinion, were disorganized. At the other daycare centers I visited, the forms were provided neatly in folders and the staff were much more helpful and organized. I understand that every daycare has rules and that staff need to maintain a routine. I was not asking to disrupt the classroom. As a parent of a four-month-old baby, I simply wanted to understand how communication and parental visits worked and to feel comfortable with the people caring for my child. I have now enrolled my children at a different daycare, and my experience has been completely different. The staff have been respectful, patient, and welcoming. I am able to come in when I need to, and I have even been able to stay for a while with my children. No one has ever told me that I cannot visit my children or that I have to stand behind a window to see them. This experience has made me even more confident that my concerns during my visit to this daycare were reasonable. Unfortunately, after my tour and conversations with the director, I no longer felt comfortable enrolling my children there. Based on my personal experience, this was one of the most disappointing daycare tours I had. I went in with very high expectations because of the reviews, but my experience with the director completely changed my impression. I ultimately decided not to enroll my children, and based on my experience, I would not recommend this daycare to my family or friends. This review reflects my personal experience, impressions, and opinions after visiting the daycare.

We truly do not have enough good things to say about this program. Our son has been with Stars…read moresince he was two years old and is only transitioning away to begin TK where we will attend elementary school as he ages. The entire staff at the school treats our son and my husband and I like family. We have watched our son thrive with their approach and tenderness. It has blown us away how well they know him on a personal level and how much they adjust to his needs without us having to ask. We feel so lucky to have found this school when we needed the support most and we highly recommend this program for your little if you want to see them be loved, supported and grow in an environment full of care.

We sent both our kids here for a total of 7 years. The school is amazing. Our son was fully reading…read morebefore kinder. The staff are so loving and low turnover compared to other daycares. The Montessori method was so good for both of our kids who have very different personalities and learning styles. We are very grateful we were able to send our kids there and sad to move on, but feel like our kids are well prepared for the next adventure!

I'm giving this location one star because it was unsanitary smelling. I could smell poop before I…read morewent through the main door. It's just not clean, and if I can save anyone a trip that's looking for daycare, this place smells and feels like poop. The staff seemed ok, but it just felt like their focus isn't on having the most upgraded and uplifting facility. I wouldn't leave my dog here, non the less my son.

When my daughter started here in August 2025 she was 18 months and I was a hot mess. We both cried…read moreeveryday for two weeks at most heck maybe even 3, but everyday dropping her off got easier and easier because of the staff. They treated my daughter like family immediately showed us both love and compassion and was gentle with our feelings. I love the app feature, I love getting pictures and videos of how her day is going. She is now aged 2 and she walks in/runs most days. Knows a majority of the staff by name. Is a helper, a team player, has learned her colors, counts and knows her ABCs. I chat with the staff, I walk in happy every morning and literally rarely check the app now cause I am just that damn comfortable with everyone at La Petite watching my daughter. Best decision ever

We currently have both of our girls enrolled at ages 4.5 and 2.5 and the school facility and staff…read moreis great. They are attentive, thorough and the kids have engaging days. We're already seeing a significant step forward in their independence and some reading, art and math skills for our 4yr old. Ms. Alejandra's Hummingbirds classroom is well run with many helpful teachers and assistants and is always clean and tidy. Mr. Diaz's Owl class is the same and it seems they are always changing up the work the kids do which is great. Kudos to Sandrine and her staff, we highly endorse the school.

We have two girls that have been here. The staff is amazing and I would highly recommend this…read moreschool to anyone, and I have. My girls have made huge progress here and when around other kids you can definitely see a difference.

My daughter has been attending Royal Montessori School of Oceanside for the past two years, and we…read morecouldn't be happier! She is now going into her third year, starting the TK program, and every single day she is excited to go to school. This is a true Montessori environment where children learn through hands-on exploration, independence, and respect for one another. The teachers and staff are incredibly nurturing and patient--they genuinely care about every child and create such a safe and welcoming space. You can tell that the kids truly love being there; the classrooms are always full of joy, curiosity, and kindness. We've seen so much growth in our daughter--academically, socially, and emotionally--since she started here. She has gained confidence, a love of learning, and friendships that mean so much to her. Royal Montessori School of Oceanside has been such a wonderful place for our family, and we feel so lucky to be part of this community. I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a thoughtful, caring, and high-quality Montessori program!

Royal Montessori School of Oceanside is the most wonderful place for our little 2 year old boy! We…read morestarted him at 17 months and it has been the best decision we made with his childcare! All of the staff are very caring, kind, and supportive. The school itself is beautiful and immaculately clean. Our little boy is incredibly happy and his language and development have blossomed since he started there. I'm sure it's partially developmental but it's also because of the learning environment of RMSO. We love and highly recommend the school for you infant through TKer!

Our daughter Quinn attended Montessori School of Vista from just 3 months old until she was 2 1/2,…read morewhen we moved out of state. We could not have asked for a more loving, supportive, and enriching environment for her early years. We especially appreciated the school's focus on learning through play and art, which kept her engaged, curious, and excited to learn every day. What truly made our experience so special was the incredible level of care and support from Ms. Vicky, Ms. Thi, and Director Shannon. They treated Quinn with so much warmth, patience, and genuine love, and it gave us complete peace of mind knowing she was in such caring hands every day. Their communication, attentiveness, and dedication to each child made a lasting impression on our family. During her time there, Quinn built incredible social skills and confidence. She formed strong bonds with both her teachers and classmates, and it was clear how much thought and care went into helping each child grow emotionally, socially, and creatively. Montessori School of Vista gave our daughter a wonderful foundation, and we will always be grateful for the positive impact they had on our family.

Our son has been attending here since he was 6mo old. It has been a wonderful journey to watch him…read moremove from infant room all the way to pre-K room where he is today. Every teacher has been extremely helpful and supportive of his milestones each step of his development. They are attentive to his needs and have worked with us on any and all requests. I think what our son's favorite experience at this school has been every day is a new experience and he gets to learn with all of the friends he has made here. He also loves all of the outdoor spaces and playgrounds onsite. Montessori School of Vista does an excellent job of engaging the kids with different activities to help them develop. The classrooms are well decorated and captivating which create an engaging learning environment. I'd highly recommend any parents that are looking for more than just a daycare to visit the school to meet the staff and teachers in person. You will see first hand why we love bringing our son here everyday and trust he is in the best hands possible.

Both my kids have been under LJ's loving care. I highly recommend her. She provides  a nutritious…read morebreakfast, lunch and afternoon snack (included with the daily rate)    There is an app that she  uses to keep you updated of your child's activities ( meal, nap, potty, etc) Your kids will  be lucky to be under the care of LJ and  her team. Her home day care provides a nurturing environment for the little ones. Feels like home, like you are dropping off with a relative.    She also makes sure they are learning  through fun activities, crafts and games. We are very happy with LJ, love her!!!! and of course so do my kids..they never want to leave when I pick them up ;)

My family and I moved to San Diego for one year while I went back to school and needed daycare for…read moreour then 2 1/2 year old. Coming from out of town and having a change in our routine (with my schooling) were both so stressful, but I found Lj and Baby Steps Home Daycare and our son couldn't have been happier. He's 5 now and still talks so much about Lj. I asked for his help with this review and he said from Lj he learned patience, to be a good friend, and he loved riding the Dora bike. From my patent perspective and as an educator, it was the small details that set Lj apart. She understands this developmental stage. She supports kids in finding their voices as friends, she supports learning through play, and attends to the safety and well - being of the kids like they are her own. I can't write all of the ways that Lj was amazing, but in short, my son was loved all day while I was at school. She knew who he was, valued him, and supported his growth. We had such a wonderful experience. We visit San Diego once or twice a year and always have to make sure to go see Lj. This lasting relationship our son has with her is such a gift to us as parents. I was so nervous before that year in San Diego and will be forever grateful for the ways in which Lj made that year such a joy for my son.