We absolutely love Christian Academy! My daughter is in the TK class, and it's honestly been such a…read moregreat experience for our whole family. First off, Miss Ines in the front office is the best--always so friendly, welcoming, and super helpful with anything we need. She really sets a positive tone right when you walk in. We've been so lucky with all the amazing teachers here. Miss Minh was so attentive, kind, and caring--she really made my daughter feel comfortable. Miss Sherry is the sweetest and so patient with the kids. Miss Veronica Ms. Vivian are always smiling and goes above and beyond--they even tie my daughter's hair, which I think is the cutest thing. My daughter literally lights up when she sees her teachers every day, which says everything. And Miss Edith is incredible--so experienced and truly amazing at what she does. She helped my daughter start spelling and recognizing letters at just 4 years old! We also really appreciate Mr. Bo, the new director, who's brought in some great new programs. The weekly martial arts class on campus is such a big win for us--my daughter loves it and has learned so many moves already. It's been awesome for her confidence and coordination. The school itself has so much to offer too--new play areas, a fun pretend playroom, a small garden for the kids to get hands-on experience learning about plants and nature. Best part, they provide lunch and snacks (huge plus!). The kids get a nice mix of learning and fun with arts & crafts, science, math, and reading built into their day. And the winter performances are so special. Overall, we're just really happy here. It's a caring, fun, and supportive environment, and I'd definitely recommend Christian Academy to any family looking for a great school for their little ones!

We started at this preschool about six months ago, and it's been a wonderful experience--my son…read moreloves going to school every day. The school is well-organized and structured while still keeping learning fun, and they've been very supportive with potty training and accommodating younger children. The play area is spacious, most of the school has been newly renovated, and every teacher and staff member we've met has been warm and welcoming. We couldn't be happier with our choice!

Both of my kids started here at age two and we've had an amazing experience! They learned so much-…read morenumbers, letters, shapes, colors, socializing with other kids, and even got help with potty training, which was a huge plus! Ms. Shama and Ms. Ria are incredibly caring, attentive, and truly wonderful with the kids. We are truly lucky to have found this place- highly recommend!

We are eternally grateful to Ms. Shama for the wonderful experience our family had at Child's…read moreWorld. Her dedicated staff, combined with her fun and educational classroom structure, truly made a positive impact on our family. We knew our daughter was in great care from the moment we dropped her off every morning. Every child was always warmly greeted by name when they walked through the door. We enrolled our daughter at Child's World two years ago for preschool and then T-K. She learned so much from the daily activities and curriculum, including the fundamentals needed to prepare her for kindergarten. The combination of the Montessori teaching methods and philosophy, along with a great staff, allowed my daughter to excel both academically and personally. She still loves her teachers and talks about them to this day, specifically Ms. Shama. Even with our little one no longer at Child's World, we will always remember Ms. Shama and her kind staff who helped foster my daughter's development. As a result, the transition into Kindergarten went seamlessly. I highly recommend this school if you are inquiring on a great place for your children. We can't imagine our daughter having gone anywhere else!

My daughter loves coming here. She's been coming here since she is 4 years old. 4 years now . It's…read morebeen a really great place for Before & After school program. They will take my daughter to school and pick up also. And even during the summer camp, they have Kids Activities. Coordinated, well and kids enjoy it. Even on my days off, my daughter loves coming here. I highly recommend parents to bring their kids here. It's a great place to socialize, and they are really good at helping kids with homework and reading. Huge school, outdoor and indoor base. Its nice and green like a park . Director and teachers are super nice like Mrs Sylvia , Ms Megan, mr Gilbert, and current director Ms Evette. Previously we had Ms Veronica as director, whom was amazing! Miss her !! Kids are fed healthy foods made in kitchen by mr Jeff.

This school is a hidden gem, I've always passed by but never actually taken a look until I was…read morelooking for a school for my son. When I came in to tour the school I knew right away that this was the school for my son, Ms. Evette showed me around, the vibes felt right. My son has been here for about 8 months and I couldn't be happier. All the staff are amazing, Ms.Gissell, Ms. Sylvia, Ms. Tiffany, Ms.Michelle, Ms. Ashley, and Ms. Valerie are such an amazing team. I also love that they provide breakfast, lunch and snacks. They do have their cook at school so the kids are eating home-cooked food as well. They are great with children, I rarely hear kids cry, the prices is actually the most affordable around the area especially including childrens meals. The staff feels like family to us now. I'm so happy I found them

We are so grateful for ACGS. One of the very first things that stood out to me happened while we…read morewere touring preschools. Instead of directing all of their attention to me, both the director and the teachers got down to my daughter's eye level, introduced themselves to her, and told her how happy they were that she was visiting. It was such a simple gesture, but no other school had done that. It immediately showed me how much they value and respect children. What made it even more meaningful is that months later, when we came back for the open house, they remembered her. That personal connection meant so much to me. Although the preschool is located on church grounds, we've found the environment to be welcoming and inclusive. Faith is present in an age-appropriate way, but we've never felt like religion was being pushed or that it overshadowed the school's focus on nurturing, learning and supporting my children. My two kids have completely different personalities, and what has impressed me most is how their teachers have always met each of them exactly where they were. They don't expect every child to fit the same mold - they take the time to understand each child as an individual and because of that both of my kids have thrived in their own unique ways. The small class sizes create a warm, close-knit environment, and the play-based curriculum encourages curiosity, confidence, creativity, and a genuine love of learning. The campus is also beautiful, with lush outdoor spaces that make it a special place for children to explore and grow. The teachers are thoughtful and responsive via the brightwheel app sending consistent communication regarding allergies or any incidents as well as picture updates. The director is also very approachable, involved and genuinely invested in both the children and their families. One of the biggest compliments i can give this school is that i truly feel at ease leaving my children in their care. As a parent, that doesn't come easily to me, but I've always known they were safe, loved, and in the hands of people who genuinely care about their well-being. We're so thankful to be part of this community. Watching one child graduate while knowing our younger one still gets to experience all this makes us feel incredibly lucky.

As parents of two boys at Child's Garden School, we can honestly say this school has been an…read moreincredible experience for our family. Our children have absolutely blossomed during their time here, not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well. What stands out most are the teachers. They are warm, attentive, and truly invested in each child's growth. It's clear they know and care about the children as individuals, and that level of dedication has made such a difference for our boys. I cannot speak more highly of them! Another thing we love is the sense of community. We've formed meaningful friendships with other families and have felt welcomed and supported from the beginning. It feels like a place where both children and parents can connect and belong. I really do not understand the negative yelp reviews, it's important for parents to do their own research and ask questions. Our experience has been that the school takes children's well-being seriously and is thoughtful in balancing safety with opportunities for exploration, independence, and outdoor learning. We have always felt comfortable entrusting our children to their care. We are incredibly grateful to be part of this community. Watching our boys grow at this little school has been one of the greatest gifts.

My daughter has had a wonderful experience at this preschool, and I couldn't be happier with my…read moredecision to enroll her here. From day one, the teachers have been caring, patient, and genuinely invested in each child's growth. They create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. i have seen my daughter become more confident, independent, and eager to share what she learns every day. Thank you to all of the amazing teachers and staff for the love, patience, and dedication you show every day. I truly appreciate everything you do, and i am grateful my daughter has had such a positive start to her educational journey!

I write this review not as a parent, but as a former staff member. I was briefly employed at TCELA…read moreas an assistant teacher for the special education classroom. There was miscommunication from the outset about what my role would be - when I first got the job offer, I was told it would not be one-on-one and that I would merely be assisting with the entire classroom; however, upon arrival, the staff informed me that I would be a paraprofessional for one particular student. I wasn't shown the student in question's file or IEP, so I had no frame of reference for what his diagnosis or accommodations were and how I could best provide him with the support he needed. This particular student, and many of the others, were largely non-verbal and would cry or loudly vocalize when distressed, and my instruction was to simply leave them alone in a corner and "let them regulate," despite the fact that these were special needs toddlers without the means to do so. I noticed that there seemed to be a "one size fits all" approach to therapeutic modalities that was applied across the board, even when they seemed not to yield any positive effects. For example, students would be forced to wear weighted vests even when it was apparent that they were uncomfortable. My training has taught me that non-verbal children can still indicate when a particular therapeutic approach is not providing them relief, and I was alarmed that I was coached to ignore these cues and force these interventions upon the children anyway. In one particular instance, a student was visibly afraid of taking a turn at a certain sensory activity, and stiffened and curled himself into a ball when his name was called. There was an air of cruelty surrounding this incident, as the teachers giggled at his visible distress and joked about the fact that they were not letting him get out of his turn. This runs counter to all of the training I was given at university - no child with special needs is the same, even if they have the same diagnosis. Regardless of any prior training or experience these teachers may or may not have had, I was disturbed by their lack of empathy toward the students. At TCELA, there seems to be a lack of understanding about what an IEP - which stands for INDIVIDUALIZED education plan - actually is and why it exists. I can't speak for the general education classes at TCELA, but if you are a parent to a special needs child, especially one who is non-verbal and will not be able to relay the school day's events to you at home, I would consider looking elsewhere. I found it concerning that I was constantly directed to do the opposite of what my training and degree has taught me, so I have to wonder where their approach to early childhood education hails from.

My son has grown so much socially and academically since starting at Little Otters Academy. We've…read moreseen huge strides in his confidence and social skills. We are especially impressed by the extracurricular activities they offer; having Spanish and Chinese classes integrated into the day is such a unique and valuable benefit. They also recently added a Soccer Shots class, which has been a huge hit--my son absolutely loves getting out there and playing soccer with his peers. I also love that they have cooking activities, which is such a fun way for the kids to learn and explore. Beyond the academics, they put on the cutest little performances for parents to watch, like the Christmas show, which we absolutely loved. We couldn't ask for a more stimulating learning environment with amazing and attentive teachers for our little one!

We absolutely love Little Otters Academy! My daughter started here when she was 3 in their…read morepreschool program and stayed on for TK because we loved their curriculum so much. The teachers are amazing-so warm, communicative, and you can tell they truly care about the kids and their success. The school itself is great. The playground is huge, the campus is very clean, and safety is clearly a priority with security cameras around the school. Compared to other local preschools we toured, the classrooms and playground here are by far the most spacious, which we really appreciated. We also like that the school focuses on both academics and play. Even starting in preschool, they introduce light homework, which helps build good learning habits early while still keeping things fun. Another thing we love is their focus on community engagement. They bring in local police officers, firefighters, and librarians to talk to the kids about safety and the community. Fridays are especially fun with activities like pizza making, dress-up days, and arts and crafts. They also do a great job celebrating different cultural holidays so every family feels included. Mandarin and Spanish classes are available too (for an additional cost), which is a nice bonus. Overall, we've had a great experience and would definitely recommend Little Otters Academy to other families looking for a caring and well-rounded preschool/TK program.

I couldn't have asked for a better daycare experience for my son! GPUMNSK took him in at 3 years…read moreold, helped potty-train him, and helped him thrive socially, academically & in every single way. He graduated after 2 years and it was so sad to say goodbye. I'm forever grateful for this school and all of the amazing & kind people in its community.

Great school and the teachers are all so sweet. They know exactly what to do when new kids start…read moreand make them feel comfortable right away. My son started recently and drop off is still a bit tough on some days, we're only doing Tues Thurs so we knew it was going to take much longer to get used to than a M-F schedule. But we knew he's happy here because he comes home happy always, wants to go back, he tells us the friends he's made (he knows their names and ages, supposedly lol), and tells me about his teachers and what they did for the day. Today he told me "mom don't come pick me up, I want to stay at school". To me that's the biggest compliment a school can have. Even if we have a rough drop off day, the teachers' calm demeanor always reassure me that my son will be well taken care of, and I've yet to receive a phone call to take him home because he's too "difficult" *fingers crossed lol* Some more info as of 2024-2025 for the prospective parents out there: - Tuition is very reasonable; I won't list the fees as they're prone to change of course, but they're still some of the lowest in the area. - They have a variety of schedule so you can pretty much customize your schedule. There's TTh, MWF, and M-F. Then on each schedule you can decide on how long they attend for - 3 hrs "strictly preschool", 7 hrs "preschool and some aftercare" (they'll nap there), and full days (you can drop off as early as 7am and pick up as late as 6pm). - They have two play yards, plenty of shades, wood chips. That was one of the factors I considered when picking a preschool - I want plenty of space to play outside and the play yards here are a lot bigger than some other preschools in the area. - You have to pack the kids' breakfasts/lunches. I feed my kid breakfast at home to reduce packing needs. They have fridges and will microwave if needed. They help the kids open the containers of course. My kid has always come home with forks neatly put away in the lunch bag. - Must be potty trained. I think that's why they have kids mostly 3 and up (as of 2024 officially they take kids as young as 2 yrs 6 mo but there aren't too many potty trained 2 yr olds). On the same token the teachers that I've observed do take kids to the potty and help undress/wipe if needed - they won't leave them to their own devices (unless they're older and/or show that they can do everything on their own). - Ministry: we are not religious and don't necessarily want our son to be taught any religion at this age. I was informed they do do some songs and brief prayer (?) sessions but my son has yet tried to convert us at home (or mentions anything religious for that matter) so I'm cool with it. I was also told I could opt out and my son could just stay in the office, but since they seem pretty laid back I didn't choose to opt out. Edit #1: a month in now, all good now, he's very happy to go to school, minimal fussing at home/at drop offs, and knows all his friends' names!

My son came here when he was about 2.5 years old. This year we transitioned him to a public school…read morefor TK. We were searching for so many daycare around the SGV area and we came upon Playfactory Preschool. The school is located at a church. They have multiple rooms for the different age group. They have a large yard so they have plenty of space to play in. All the teachers my son had were wonderful with him. Ms. Wendy, Ms Maria, Ms Anna and Ms. Xing. My son loved Ms. Emma as well. She's the one who cooks lunch for the kids. He always came home happy. They are more play base than academics. They emphasize learning through play. This daycare is one of the more reasonable price daycare around this area which is a plus.

**Disclaimer: our son never went here (it was too far and even though I LOVE my tour we decided…read moreagainst driving half an hr everyday x 2 which we know can cause a lot of stress). This review is purely based off of my tour and the vibe I got. I had toured quite a few schools before enrolling my son in another preschool near our house (which we love). There were Montessori (both AMI and "inspired") schools, a posh school located in a rather affluent part of town, full immersion schools (Spanish/Mandarin). After touring so many schools, I had to say the most important thing for me is the teachers'/director's "vibe" and how well I think they will care for my child. This ain't a cram school for college. I don't need my kid to come out SAT style scoring a 1600 (or whatever the next "perfect score" will be). They need to be well cared for by loving care providers. And Playfactory had just that. Granted it was only a tour - but you can learn a lot about a place just during a thirty minute interaction. At some places I toured - kids were left crying by themselves with NO ONE checking in on them. The teachers were all there, seeing them cry, and did nothing. I really don't care if they teach Calculus, this is not acceptable. That was a hard no for me. At some other places, the director acted like my kid would be guaranteed a Harvard admission spot and sending them anywhere else would result in a detriment in their learning and development. We all know there are various ways of teaching and fostering learning. There is no one single way. I would not want my kid in a place where people think their way of doing things is superior. Hard pass. Come Playfactory - I had such a relaxing feeling the moment I spoke to Ms. Tammie. There was a girl who was crying for mom. Ms. Tammie knew her by name, crouched down and told her "I have a feeling it's almost mom time". She stopped crying immediately. When I came by the 2 year olds' classroom, this was after official school time was over so the kids were all independently playing, but they were all happy, calm, and their teacher was just around the corner prepping some stuff but always keeping an eye on them. All the teachers I interacted with were kind and seemed to not be overworked. For faculty - Playfactory gets an A+ from my tour. I also love how they have a HUGE play area. It was amazing, almost like Lacy Park vibe, which is really hard to find in most preschools. The kids do tree planting and care for their little gardens. It's the cutest thing. I am still a bit sad we didn't get to try Playfactory - not that we don't love our current school, but really the only factor that held us back from PF was the distance. I still recommend all my friends who live in the Temple City/Arcadia area to check them out.