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    Oldest's prek graduation

    I have 3 kids and have tried several local preschools. We tried Children's World, Little Tree, and Magic Carousel (when it was open), but VCLC was the most impressive. All 3 of our kids went there. The teachers use ClassDojo, a communication app, where they send pictures of students throughout the day. The photos are so helpful in asking our young kids what they did at school and who they played with. They are very responsive if I ever need to ask a question or relay a message. They also do cute "parent and me" events for Mother's Day and Father's Day and more. We also loved their adorable Holiday pageants and they went all out for graduation. I also notice that teachers all seemed happy working there- which I know is a big issue at other schools where there is constant teacher turnover. Happy teachers make happy kids and VCLC teachers looked like they genuinely enjoyed their school. They warmly greeted my children by name at drop off and made them feel safe and loved at school. Our family loved VCLC! You should check it out!

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    VCLC has been absolutely the best! All the women are very sweet and welcoming. They kept great communication with you through email and an app called Classdojo, where they post pictures and give information on their curriculum. My daughter also takes a class they offer called leap4fun and absolutely loves it! My daughter feels very comfortable there and loves all of her teachers.

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    They lie to you and find ways to push you away when they know you are going to have Subsidized program with them.

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    Do you have any openings for a 14 month old starting August 1?

    We are waitlisted in infant class. Unfortunately, there are no openings starting August 1.

    Hello, Do you have any openings for a potty trained 3 year old in July? Thank you

    Hi Skylar! As a new school year starts we might have one opening in July. Would you like to come for a tour?

    When do you anticipate spots to open up for the infant and 2 year old class?

    We anticipate to have openings in July in both classes

    Hi do you have any openings for a 6 month old or 2 year old for 3 days a week?

    Thank you for considering us. As of today we have a wait list for both classes. However, we always invite potential parents to come and visit us. Would you like to come for a tour?

    Hi, do you have any openings for a 15 month old, full time Mon-Fri 8-5?

    As of now we do not have openings for infant class. But we always encourage parents to come and tour our facility. Would you like to do that?

    Hello! What would be the tuition charge for a two year old attending three days a week? And do you allow a M/W/TH schedule? Thank you for your feedback!

    Thank you for considering us. The tuition depends on whether it is full time attendance or part time. We do allow option of choosing the days. Would you like to come for a tour so we can show you our program and answer all the questions you might… Read more

    How much would it be 8:30-5:30 Monday-Friday?

    I guess I emailed you. If it is for an infant program the rate for 5 full days is 325

    My son is 1 year and I will need him to be in day care full time. Can you give me a rate per week?

    Our full time (7 am- 6 pm, 5 days) is 325 a week. Please let me know if you want to tour our school and to learn more about the program/

    How much per week?

    Hi! Thank you for considering us. The rates depend on the age of the child and the number of days he/she attends.

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    I am also a no BS type of person and let me tell you- Ms Victoria the school president, does not mess around.

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    Sonshine Preschool

    Sonshine Preschool

    4.7
    (13 reviews)

    It is hard to put into words how wonderful Sonshine Preschool is. The staff are all so welcoming…read moreand friendly that it feels like you're walking into a second "home" when you drop your little ones off at school there. Both of my daughters have excelled at Sonshine, and they have learned so much over the last two years that I know they will thrive in Kindergarten and beyond. The teachers are kind and caring, and they know how to nurture preschool-aged children so that they learn through play and feel excited to go to school each day. They also communicate well with parents, and I am thankful to be aware of how my girls are doing and what they are working on at school each day and week. The office manager is kind and effective; she also sends out regular communication and replies quickly to emails, calls, and inquiries. The director of Sonshine is so well organized and so approachable and warm hearted; under her direction, the school has taken important and effective steps to ensure that students, staff, and families stay safe during the pandemic. The school is clean and well equipped with a lovely little playground and a bike/trike area as well. I highly recommend Sonshine to anyone looking for a nurturing environment for their young children. If you're considering sending your child (or children) to Sonshine, I urge you to schedule a visit- we felt the warm and welcoming feeling there right from day one.

    While I wanted to believe Sonshine Preschool was the right fit for my daughter and family, we have…read morecome to find it falls short of our expectations in philosophy and practice. We have tried to be collaborative, and provided a laundry list of comforts in her backpack that help our daughter feel safe as well as additional outside personnel support. We have gone above and beyond in my humble opinion to try to make this work. With that being said, I do not think we are aligned in values despite our sincere commitment to our daughter's education. First of all, Sonshine's behavioral and developmental expectations of toddlers are incredibly unrealistic for many children. While kids are not developmentally one-size-fits-all, expectations at this school are black and white for the most part. Children will either fit into the arbitrary mold or not for their chronological age group, and inadequacies will be conveyed frequently in one way or another. We were told to arrive 15 minutes late consistently because our daughter was struggling with separation anxiety during orientation and 1 day after that. I believe this colored their faith and perception of her moving forward. The thought behind the 15- minute late start time was that maybe it would help her avoid crowds, and have immediate access to an aide. We tried it out a few times and considered it, but after much thought I couldn't swallow or reconcile how it may make my daughter feel to be the last to walk in the classroom when she is already in significant distress from all the changes going on around in her world right now. We were told to pick her up 20-30 minutes after dropping her off each time. Despite the reiteration and understanding of this just being "handbook procedures" implemented across the board for the purpose of equality and fairness, what I cannot accept is that this protocol is not backed up by any logical research whatsoever to my discovery nor is it in the best interests of children. I firmly believe it benefits staff more than the kids themselves. First of all, my daughter would likely internalize a 15-minute late start time as being "different" or "othered" like the black sheep of the group, creating the opposite of safety and inclusion especially in children who are very sensitive to the environment and implicit messages conveyed. Also, what human being can manage distress in 20-30 minutes? From my experience in working with people from all backgrounds and ages, some adults can't even manage to meet that timeline so is it really "reasonable" to expect that of a toddler? No, it isn't. Children have to start somewhere, and we need to give them ample room and opportunities to grow rather than hinder their progress by being too conservative. They should be provided with the opportunity to learn and reinforce skills in new circumstances, and given consistent and predictable routines for safety. All children deserve patience, strengths-based approaches, and adults who build up their confidence and self-esteem. When we believe in children and their abilities with positive psychology, they thrive and meet their full potential. As a family of health providers with a combination of decades of experience, my husband and I agree that kids should be taught that having and expressing feelings is normal and acceptable without negative punishment. It is our responsibility as adults to model this effectively for children, and consider the interpretation received by our kids through our actions as well as the lasting effects. Positive psychology teaches kids that it is not "bad" to feel, and there is nothing "wrong" with having big emotions. We are not meant to be robots. When we were told the plan is to reevaluate her every Thursday to graduate up in a "reasonable" fashion, we were given no indications of how she would specifically be evaluated as evidenced by omission of clear examples or goals for time advancement. I do not think my daughter is being given enough credit for her resilience observed by those who have worked intimately with her over the past year and witnessed her growth nor do I feel she is being challenged enough, which for someone like her could lead to stagnation in adjusting to a new environment without the ability to get the full benefits of the program such as adapting to transitions, participating in social interactions, and engaging in a timeframe that optimally supports her ongoing development. Every child deserves sufficient access to an education and learning opportunities with their peers. It is a basic human right. Because we hold the message of inclusion near and dear to our hearts in our family and our values and approaches to basic child rearing and psychology diverge with that of the school, we found another preschool that aligns more with the security of the child and the family system.

    Peppermint Junction

    Peppermint Junction

    4.7
    (27 reviews)

    If you value your child learning in an environment that fosters a positive and enthusiastic…read moreapproach to learning, while growing up and being taught basic life skills with integrity, kindness, and respect for self and others, then this is the school for you and your child(ren). My son came to Peppermint Junction from an in home daycare to Pre-k. With Ms. Lory's loving and gentle approach, he adapted quickly and loves going to school. He is currently in T-k with Ms. Kelly and he blossomed to be communicative, thoughtful, understanding of what is being asked of him and the expectations. All teachers work incredibly well together and their number one priority is the children, ensuring they are feeling secure mentally, socially, and physically. If you ever have questions about how and why certain things are done, the teachers are more than happy to explain and work collaboratively with the parents. I can't say enough good things about the experiences I have had at Peppermint Junction and the caring staff/owner. I can't put a price on piece of mind knowing that my child is safe and happy while learning. Thank you all at Peppermint Junction for your hard work, you truly make a difference.

    I just went for my first tour there for my 3 kiddos and let me tell you I am SO PLEASED!!! the…read moreowner Jason's customer service is beyond exceptional. The minute I walked in I was greeted very warmly and with smiles. The facility is clean colorful, very fun looking. The children in each class looked so happy, and the staff all looked so happy to be there and with big smiles. Plus the amount of things for the kids to do and equipment inside and out were all up to date and well cared for. I will 1000% be sending my kids here until they age out. Thank you so much for your help in finding a place this mommy feels comfortable sending her kiddos Jason!! :D

    Ventura Children's Learning Center - preschools - Updated June 2026

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