Lotus Child Montessori has been a dream come true for our family after a friend's recommendation…read more My friend's kids had both attended and were so well adjusted. The teachers are nurturing, attentive and invested, the learning is play-based and meaningful, and the environment feels like home. You even get updates and photos throughout the week through Brightwheel...the photos are such a highlight to see them playing with friends. From emotional development to manners, independence, and outdoor play--LCM does it all with heart. Our children have thrived here and we are so grateful to have found such a gem of a school! Pricing is very competitive. Just give it a tour.

The staff are like family and my 3yr old asks to go to school even on the weekends because he loves…read moreit so much! They basically potty trained my child, taught him how to make his own snacks, pour drinks without spilling, get dressed and even help mommy do laundry and clean up. There is so much love and happiness in this environment, I can see why my son feels so safe and comfortable. I highly recommend!!

We could not have asked for a better start to my children's education than at MCS. My kids started…read morehere at just 18 months old and stayed all the way through TK....it was the best experience from start to finish. The staff is warm, caring, and truly dedicated to every child's growth and happiness. We always felt confident and grateful knowing our kids were in such good hands. Leaving was bittersweet, as it was simply time to move on to the next school, but we will truly miss the entire team. If you are thinking about bringing your children here, just do it....you won't regret it!

MCS is an amazing school with phenomenal teachers and staff!…read more Our daughter spent her very first year of school / preschool here before transitioning to CMP Carmichael, right next door. On our daughters very first day of school, her teachers, Ms. Serena and Ms. Malih were so caring and thoughtful with her. She was nervous to be there and didn't want us to leave in the morning. Ms. Serena took her by the hand and spoke gently with her, and made her feel more comfortable. We knew we were leaving our daughter in good hands that morning, and the positive experiences continued on until our last day of school. The office staff is very friendly, and always makes me feel as if I'm part of the MCS family when I talk to them on the phone, or see them in person in the office. Whenever I stop by the office with my daughter, Ms. Galina goes out of her way to say hi to her and often gives her a warm hug and sometimes a sticker =) I would highly recommend Montessori Childrens School to my anyone I know that I is looking for a wonderful, caring place for the children to go to school / daycare, or anyone that plans to continue with the Montessori teaching philosophy.

Both of my daughters have attended Country Hill Montessori (Fair Oaks) since they were two years…read moreold, and it has been an amazing experience from the start. The teachers are caring, patient, and truly dedicated to helping each child grow. Ms. Tanya, the director, is awesome--she genuinely cares about the kids and runs the school with so much heart and professionalism. A special shout-out to Ms. Joanna, who has been such a loving and caring teacher. My girls absolutely adore her, and it's clear how much she loves what she does. The school's educational program is excellent, and they've always been flexible and understanding with scheduling. Our daughters have learned so much and built great confidence here. Thank you, Ms. Tanya, Ms. Joanna, and the entire CHM team for creating such a nurturing place for children to learn and thrive. I highly recommend this school to any parent looking for the perfect preschool for their child. -Wagner

My son has been at CHM for over a year now and we couldn't be more thrilled with this school! He…read morestarted at the age of two and was barely speaking, within weeks we saw a complete difference- he's now educating me about the Solar System, Rain Forest, singing new songs, etc. They follow an actual curriculum and provide the subject matter to the parents via email in advance so we always know what's on the calendar. I'm very impressed with the communication from education, illnesses, fun events, children's progress, etc. The teachers are so kind and caring- my son loves them all and so do we! The school is welcoming, it truly feels like a second home, and we couldn't recommend it enough. Soon my second will be joining and I'm looking forward to watching him grow here too! Thanks CHM!!

My son started DLC in 2017 at age 2, and it has been one of the best parenting decisions we have…read moremade. He is now in third grade and just finished the summer program. He loves it there. When we first started looking for a daycare, I wanted a play-based non-chain environment. DLC was super close to our house, and I loved the philosophies I read on their website. DLC has been more than I hoped. We were there before pandemic, during pandemic, after pandemic. All the time they had a warm and professional staff, helping all of us navigate zoom-school. The teachers are wonderful and caring. The outdoor play area is huge. The school-age kids in the summer do a ton of field trips. They are very communicative. I feel well-informed. They are constantly evolving and improving. But most of all, my son loves it. He is sad he doesn't go there anymore. I think he would love to be a kid at DLC forever. He has made memories and friendships that will last him a lifetime.

DLC provides the kind of care for my children I've always wanted them to have. Emotionally focused…read moreand tailored to their needs, the teachers at DLC think hard about each child and their needs and develop a custom plan to help them thrive. I'm confident that my children are in the right place and grateful to have this opportunity. On top of all that, the community at DLC is wonderful. I've recruited every parent in the vicinity to join DLC, and, if you are in the market for a daycare, I want to recruit you too.

This is a new year of school for us! The teachers (Mr. Chans & Ms. Diana) we have this year are…read moreamazing in their field. They are on time everyday, smiles on faces, passion for the day & attentive to the constant needs of the children. They are true Montessori instructors. I am most impressed this year with the communication flowing from the admin. & teachers. Very thankful that my children will be staying here until 8th grade after seeing our alternative of Carneige Middle school.

The school is run by a clique of high school mean girls who decided to become teachers. They've…read moreestablish a social hierarchy of students who are accepted into their clique and students who are excluded. They use exclusion and isolation as means of perpetual punishment, so that those outside of their clique are always in trouble, and desperate for their approval. They've established a Kafkaesque system where some students are always guilty of one infraction or another. The infraction is never clear, guilt is assumed, and the means of clearing oneself is impossible to discern. The proceedings against them continue night and day. If your family holds progressive values, especially if they are young girls, or if you or your children identify as LGBTQ, then the woke, young, predominantly female teachers will immediately accept your children into their social clique. From that moment forward, all of your child's actions will be acceptable, and the teachers will always take their side. If your family holds traditional values, if your child is a typical boy with energy who enjoys playing sports, or if you believe you may bristle against the abuse of authority of a high school mean girl clique drunk on power, then this school is not for you. We've hated it here for years. We've been trying to leave California, and we didn't want to change schools before leaving state, and then change again after leaving. We wanted our children to have the stability of being at the same school and having the same friends. We're finally leaving California, so we can be done with this school. My wife wanted our children to have the best education possible, and was excited when our children got into this school. Our nephews also attend. When the obvious pattern of control, manipulation, and social exclusion by the staff became clear, my wife denied it for years. She explained to me in the middle of the night how she felt, and it echoed what I've been saying all along. Our most recent experience finally convinced her. My 14 year old was so excited to go on an overnight field trip with his classmates one last time before we move. Last year, he was excluded from all field trips for the second half of the school year as a punishment for calling someone "gay." We assumed his punishment would end with the end of the school year. The field trip was scheduled for Tuesday. Apparently, the teachers communicated to him that he may be disinvited from all field trips this year, too, but they never told that to my wife and me. At school, he spent the entire day on Monday asking his teachers whether he's allowed to go. They told him over and over again that they hadn't decided yet and needed to have a meeting. On Monday night, after school, they sent my wife an email saying that he was disinvited from the field trip. We had no idea this was even being discussed, or what the justification was. The only reason they gave was, "insubordination." The Maoist Red Guard is heartless. The Cultural Revolution consumes all! He had his heart set on spending one last night with his friends before moving. Now the mean girls have the pleasure of taking something from him once again, and can indulge in the delicious fruit of self-righteous gloating over the teenage boy they've assigned to the lower social class. The school is run by cruel and heartless young women whose minds are held captive by the woke virus, who torment children for their socially unacceptable views. Do not trust them with your children.

I was at this school like years ago and I had rlly bad trauma from the teachers especially Mrs mila…read moreshe still haunts my dreams and the principal and teachers there were really scary so ya but that was like 10 years ago

This place is a gem. I could not recommend this daycare/preschool more highly. Our children have…read morecycled through each room at Marconi Montessori and every single set of teachers has been absolutely incredible- they are kind and warm, focused on helping our children learn how to interact and grow together. The dedication toward developing the whole child is evident in interactions staff have with children. (Even in moments when I unexpectedly show up for a midday pickup- this is consistent.) Watching the teachers/staff interact with kids is a masterclass in raising tiny humans- it's honestly shaped me as a parent. I truly believe that my kids are better people because of their time spent at MM. I feel deep gratitude for the staff at this school and the community they've built. In my experience, the director bends over backward to meet the reasonable (and sometimes unreasonable) needs and concerns of families- I don't really know of anyone who feels otherwise... and I do a lot of chatting with parents at birthday parties. My belief is that preschool is about little ones exploring the world around them and learning to interact with others (which is a big enough job as it is) so my focus isn't on academics, but I know that's a big question people have: My 4 year old is going to be entering kindergarten extremely well prepared. She knows her letters and letter sounds and can sound out words, and is adding and subtracting at MM! She knows about music (calling out, "Those are drums!" "That was piano!"when we listen to songs) and excitedly tells me about the seeds they germinated in class and how flowers grow. My sense is that teachers aren't pushing kids past what they're ready for, and are instead focused on building a love for learning, but that hasn't resulted in less exposure to pre-k and kindergarten academic content. My only rec is to get on the waitlist early because it's a long one.

My daughter attended school here until she started Kindergarten and I am so grateful that she did…read more The teachers here truly care about the well-being of the kids and they truly care about giving these kids a jump-start to education. My daughter would come home from this school wanting to practice the writing/counting/shapes/etc. that she learned at this school pretty much every day. The teachers are very kind but also firm, and it was so sweet to see my daughter give them goodbye hugs every day. This school is really a best kept secret and I would highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a pre-school/T-K school.

My son just finished almost two years with Diamante and his progress has been a blessing. He is now…read morein kindergarten and already ahead of his class. Each teacher here is firm, yet loving and explained to my boys how and why they should do certain tasks. This has helped us at home as well as helped my boys in social settings. Their motor skills have also improved. I found this to be so important for real world/grade school experiences. Our first experience with a daycare before Diamante, was not pleasant and affected my son in many negative ways. But after enrolling him in Diamante, he has been able to thrive in many ways, thanks to all of teachers that have loved him and helped him prepare for kindergarten! Highly suggest this school! Thank you Diamante! My son misses you all already!

Amazing! my 1year old loves Ms. Annette and her teachers! We've been hear since covid and they do a…read morereally good job protecting kids and parents from the spread of it. They are very attentive to each child

I sent my 4 year old here for preschool here and it was a good experience. They prepared her well…read morefor kindergarten academics with math, science, letters, etc. The facilities are clean and modern. There's also extracurricular activities you can enroll your child in like soccer and ninja class.

So thankful we came upon this school for my granddaughter…read more Staff is excellent and Hannah loves it

This is not just school, it is more! It is FAMILY!…read moreYou helped us a lot when we just moved from France! Not only for Noemie my daughter but for us as well! We will never thank you enough We missed you MERCI BEAUCOUP DEBBIE et JOUELLE

I have struggled to write a review for many years because there are not adequate words to summarize…read morethe amazing place that is Sunrise Montessori. We have had our two children attend this school for a cumulative 6.5 years from very tiny little guys until Kindergarten-ready. My only sadness is that they ever had to leave. Allow me to list some of the highlights: - SMS is a true montessori. The teachers, the curriculum and the materials are all original Montessori as Maria Montessori herself conceptualized it. Many places use the word, but few deliver. If you are familiar with the Maria Montessori approach you will be pleased by their faithful and educated execution of it. - The setting is like a garden of eden. The school is built in an old cottage-style home on acreage. The children garden and play outdoors under large shade trees. They have a lot of time outdoors digging and running and playing- which I think is such a beautiful way to spend a childhood. - The environment is unhurried and calm. In true montessori fashion the children are empowered to move through their day according to their needs. The (healthy fruits and veggies) snacks are prepared fresh each day by the staff and left at their height level where they can take breaks and eat as needed. The bathroom is the same. The "jobs" (which is montessori-speak for the activities) are self-directed at designated times. There is an ease to the outdoor time, the music time, the art time. When I pick up my son at the end of the day I wish I could spend my days there! It's a beautiful space and tone. - The teachers are among the kindest, brightest and most loving souls you will ever meet. They take the time to get to know your child and adapt to their needs and personality. They include the children in tasks all day long- the kids are so proud to be helpers! They appropriately hug them and sit with them and give special attention on hard days and it's really like a home away from home. You won't find their generosity of spirit anyplace else. They're truly one-of-a-kind. Any parent knows how much it means when your child's teachers seem to delight in them. - The school is incredibly professional. All the staff work hard at their jobs. Communication is prompt and courteous. We've never had any issues (over almost 7 years) with charges or anything else. Their directress Mrs Anne conducts business with integrity. Over time I've been able to observe the teachers in a variety of situations and they have all behaved as consummate professionals. - Academically this school hits it out of the park. If you know the Montessori method you know that it is child-led. The children are allowed to chose "jobs" (activities) as they want to. They have no idea they are learning! And yet, my children have both graduated from Preschool far ahead of grade level and more than prepared for Kindergarten. Somehow, without ever pushing them, the Montessori approach magically follows their interests. This results in children who not only know a great deal but also LOVE TO LEARN. Both my children have inquisitive minds and engage deeply in learning. With my older child this has persisted even several years later. It is something all his teachers notice- his insightful questions and unique engagement in the classroom. I give a lot of the credit to the Montessori method and this school. They think learning is FUN - This school creates citizens of the world. It emphasizes a well-rounded approach to life. Good nutrition, kindness, empathy, problem-resolution, emotional-regulation, communication, environmental consciousness, multiculturalism... the list goes on. These are all values of the school and it's staff and it shows. Bottom line- if you have the opportunity to have your child attend here- TAKE IT. This school is one of a kind.

We have no regrets sending our child to Sunrise Montessori School. The surrounding of the school is…read moreclean . Each time I walked into the school , it is always clean . The kids washroom are always very clean and smells great . Teachers are always smiling and greeting us whenever we send our child into the school . I am so happy with the decision I made . Thank you Sunrise Montessori for being there for my child.