We switched to Hansel and Greta's after having trouble with a different pre school provider in the…read morearea and boy what a night and day difference. Ms Sonja is so easy to work with, very reasonable, and the three day a week plan is in our budget with meals included ! No more stressful meal prepping late at night for ourselves and our daughter after work! She is learning and developing a lot and the improvement from week to week is clear and attributable to the efforts of Ms Sonja and her staff. We were selective with where we wanted to send our daughter for a head start and happily recommend Hansel and Gretel to others.

What can I say beyond I am eternally GRATEFUL that we landed a spot at Hansel & Gretel Daycare and…read morePreschool and my son was able to attend for a year and half. Ms. Sonja and her staff have been a godsend - our almost 3 year old boy can read and write all the letters of the alphabet, is constantly practicing writing his name, has good manners well beyond what I taught him, was potty trained in a flash, always talks about his teachers at home (even one who left 6+ months ago), and comes home expressing his joy about ALL the fun activities he gets to participate in with his friends at school. The program is a combination of play based activities with a strong focus on academics to prepare them for K-12. They also learn words and songs in Spanish and sign language. Each week they get to practice writing, coloring, cooking, science, experiments, sharing toys from home, and extracurricular activities like gymnastics, martial arts, music and much more! The facility is impeccably clean and organized, with toys and activities presented in rotation to keep them stimulated and engaged. My son is strong willed and easily one of the most stubborn individuals I've ever met, but the staff here handled him with grace and helped guide him to foster excellent social and listening skills. Ms. Sonja, Ms. Vanessa, Ms. Abigail, Ms. Gen, and even Ms. Dara who is no longer there - THANK YOU for loving and caring for my child like he was your own. He is who he is today because of your hard work and dedication, and for that we are forever in your debt. This place is truly one of a kind and I wish my life circumstances allowed for him to stay here until kindergarten!

My first encounter was with Lizette. Lizette, was the one to give us our very first tour. She was…read moreso friendly and made the whole process feel easy. That first meeting really stuck with me, and it made me feel good about choosing L&P Montessori for my son. Ms. Norma, Ms. Karima, and Ms. Ava have been amazing. They go out of their way to make every child feel comfortable and cared for. My son can be a handful; he's energetic, can be wild at times, and is very selective about the people. They have been nothing but patient and kind with him. I want to comment about Ms. Jackie because I recently saw a negative review about her, and it made me really sad to see what was written about her. It's tough to see something like that written about someone, knowing that words like those can really hurt a person's character and reputation. I've never seen any of the behaviors mentioned in the negative review but only kindness from Ms. Jackie, even the times I would drop off my son and didn't know I was there. She's always sweet and patient, especially with kids who are having a rough morning. My son is talkative and not afraid to speak his mind if something's wrong. If there was ever anything off, my son would be the first to tell me if Ms. Jackie was not nice. Even in the older kids' classrooms, the staff and teachers are friendly, nice, and acknowledges you during drop off/pick-ups. It's a place where I know my son is safe, respected, and genuinely cared for. I'm so glad we found Learn and Play Montessori.

My daughter attended LAPMS for almost 2 years, and this is my updated review based on my…read moreexperience. If you are considering this school, ask yourself these questions: 1. Are you okay with minimal communication? 2. Do you have the time and energy to do your own documentation for incidents involving your child? 3. Are you okay with paying additional fees for dropping off your child 5 minutes early and/or picking up less than 5 minutes late? 4. Is quantity more important than quality? 5. Will you appreciate dealing with a rude and unprofessional site director (Lizette)? 6. Do you like leaving your child with undervalued and unhappy teachers? 7. Would you be okay with other children having "behavioral reports" on record, despite the site director's son's consistent behavioral issues being ignored? 8. Do you appreciate escalating an issue to the site director's boss, only to have it swept under the rug because the two have each other's backs? 9. Do you don't think high turnover of teachers and staff is normal? 10. Are you okay with no transparency and accountability? If you answered "yes" to any or all of the questions above, then this school will be the perfect fit for you and your child! Good luck. Note that if you do have any issues you want to report, it is nearly impossible to find contact information for the appropriate person. It will take some investigative work, so prepare yourself. Again, good luck!

10/10 would recommend!! Miss June is amazing! She teaches them independence. She teaches the kids…read morewhat they would learn in kindergarten! And has the perfect balance of learning and playing outside. She also teaches the kids to problems solve and resolve things amongst themselves, which I love. My son was under her care for a year and a half and he learned so much! He is in kindergarten now and I feel like everything he learned the first 6 months of kindergarten, he already learned with Miss June. Miss June also cooks breakfast & lunch for the kids which is a huge plus! Miss June is an amazing teacher & very patient. You will be happy your child went here.

Smart Start Daycare and Preschool has been an absolute blessing for our family. From the moment we…read morewalked through the doors, we knew this was more than just a daycare--it's a deeply nurturing, thoughtful, and safe environment where children are truly seen, heard, and loved!!!! Ms. June and her incredible team of teachers are nothing short of amazing. They are caring, attentive, compassionate, and deeply committed to each child's well-being and development. You can feel the love and dedication in everything they do. They genuinely pour their hearts, energy, and expertise into every aspect of the program. One of the things that sets SmartStart apart is their commitment to providing home-cooked nutritious meals for the children. Every day, breakfast, lunch, and snacks are freshly prepared with care which is something that's rare and so appreciated in today's fast-paced world. What's even more impressive is their focus on their emotional intelligence starting as early as age 2. Ms. June and her team guide the children through understanding their feelings, learning empathy, and building the foundation for respectful, inclusive interactions. It's a beautiful way to raise emotionally aware and kind future adults, and it shows in the way the children treat each other. They also keep parents incredibly connected and informed through an app, where they share regular updates and photos throughout the day. It's such a joy to see the children engaged in creative projects, hands-on lessons, and meaningful play. Most importantly, Smart Start is a place you can completely trust. The safety and well-being of the children is clearly the top priority, and the environment is both warm and secure. As a parent, there's nothing more comforting than knowing your child is in such capable and loving hands!!!! You can truly see the blood, sweat, and tears that go into making Smart Start the wonderful place it is. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

Just wanted to update a previous review to reflect how much our child has progressed in the time he…read morehas been here. At such a young age our child has surpassed many developmental milestone including great advances in his language development and ability to count to at least 10 at such a young age. We're also very grateful and impressed that our child has not gotten sick while at LMA which is a testament to the cleanliness of the facility and health and safety protocols. We feel so grateful that our child's physical, social, academic and emotional foundations are thoughtfully nurtured at LMA. We could not imagine his early years starting off in a better place!

Our family is incredibly grateful for the time our daughter spent with Ms. Sarah and her team at…read moreLittle Munchkins Academy. We were with them for half a year, and in that time we watched her grow in ways that felt both meaningful and grounded. She picked up new songs, new words, and simple routines like cleaning up after herself and washing her hands. She learned to wait patiently, be polite, create art, and play with friends in a way that showed us how supported she truly was. The environment was consistently clean, safe, and thoughtfully structured. She never got sick, which speaks to the level of care and attention the staff brings to their work every single day. Their policies are clear and firm, and it is evident that they exist to protect the children and keep the space running smoothly. We always had peace of mind knowing she was in good hands. We trusted the team completely and felt they treated her with the same care and consistency we would at home. We are deeply appreciative of everything Ms. Sarah and her staff poured into her during this chapter. Little Munchkins Academy has been a wonderful part of our daughter's early learning and we are thankful for the experience.

20/10 would recommend. Karen and Daniela are phenomenal. Our daughter comes home and tells us "I…read morehad so much fun at school with my friends!" Flores Academy provides a welcoming and safe space for our child to learn through a variety of ways in both English and in Spanish. Each month has a theme with updated curriculum every week. Not only do we hear from the teachers about what they are instructing the class on, but our daughter comes home excited to show us her art project(s) or dance/exercise/stretch moves. The team is great with updates and answering any questions. They provide meals for the children and even support the potty training process. Our family is very thankful for their support and happy we found them!

Our family has had such a wonderful experience with this daycare. One of my daughters attended for…read morea little over a year before transitioning to TK, and Karen was incredibly supportive throughout that process. Thanks to her care, my daughter adjusted smoothly and even met her best friend there, who is now in the same TK class with her! My younger daughter is currently enrolled and started when she was about 10 months old. She'll be turning 2 in April, and it amazes us how much she learns and grows every day. She comes home showing us new things, has so much fun, loves her teachers, and genuinely gets excited when we're on our way to school. Karen does an amazing job with communication. She sends out a monthly newsletter and curriculum at the beginning of each month, and we always know what the kids are learning and working on. The consistency, care, and attention they provide truly make this place special. We're so grateful to have found a daycare where our children feel happy, safe, and loved.

My daughter was only here for a few months but the quality of care from Mrs.Kathy and Neville are…read moreexceptional. I love how Mrs.Kathy is such a great communicator and will update you on your child's progress. Mrs.Kathy is very direct on your child's progress which I appreciate very much and will let you know what areas your child will need practice on before moving to the next chapter. Thank you loving arms daycare! I highly recommend

My daughter has been with Ms. Kathy and Mr. Neville for about 10months now, since she was 5months…read moreold. I have always felt very comfortable leaving my baby girl in their care. Things only got more encouraging when my daughter started showing excitement about going to "school". I get updates throughout the day when she's there and calls to check up on her when she home sick. I could not be more pleased with the love my baby girl receives while at Loving Arms.

Both of my daughters have gone to Pinole Tiny Tots. Ms Christine is amazing and so are the other…read moreteachers. They provide a safe space for kids to learn, grow, practice interacting with others and develop skills to become more independent! Love this program and the staff so much!

Miss Christine is so wonderful working with the children at Pinole Tiny Tots. The projects and…read moresongs my granddaughter comes home with are fun and age appropriate. Just recently loved singing Slippery Fish with my granddaughter after she performed it for her mommy, daddy, and Gammie. This is a great preschool with a wonderful staff (Miss Christine, Miss Nicole, Miss Maria) in a great location.

I found jungle book through a friends recommendation. It's been a few years now and we are SO…read morethankful for Tera and the lovely ladies she has working here. I love the cute outside area she has set up for the kids to get out and play but also love how much she dedicates to working with them on their education. It really shows! I completely trust this staff with our son, it's been an excellent experience. Definitely recommend them if your in need of childcare part time or full time!

This review is long overdue. Tera and her staff are so great! My son is two years old now and has…read morebeen attending Jungle Book since he was about 10 months. Tera has daily circle time where they learn their ABCs, numbers, shapes, etc. My son knew all of his shapes and ABCs at 18 months, and now counts in twos. It's AMAZING how well he speaks and how much he has thrive here. He's always very excited when I drop him off. I feel very fortunate to have found this place.