I cannot say enough about this school. I really wanted a mandarin immersion program, and I'm so…read morepleased I found Nihao. Let's start with the staff. They are incredibly amazing. The main two teachers, Chichi and Delsy, treat the children with great care and kindness. Next, the lessons and activities they have are engaging. There's singing and dancing. There's motor skill development. They work on presentation, writing, and more. My daughter is nearly potty trained at 2 years and 3 months old, just under 3 months at the school. There's the group, Soccer Shots, that come to the school as well as an extracurricular. The facility is spacious and clean. It caters to the students with. The outdoor play area is well covered with canopies. The equipment does not look rundown. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles that some schools do, but it has all it needs and then some. Lastly, the communication is frequent throughout the day. Unlike some other school where it drops off after the first week, we get consistent updates with photos and videos. It provides reassurance that she's having a lot of fun at school. I moved my daughter here when she turned two, and we don't look back. She actually asks for her teachers constantly at home. She's excited to go in.

Our two kids have had a wonderful experience at NiHao. We originally enrolled them with no Chinese…read morebackground--not because we were focused on language, but because we were looking for a warm, safe, and engaging environment. And that's exactly what we found. The teachers and staff are incredibly kind, attentive, and easy to communicate with, and we always feel our kids are in good hands. The school is very well-run, and the parent app keeps us updated with daily photos, nap times, potty info, and any incidents. It gives us great peace of mind to know what's going on throughout the day. The indoor and outdoor play spaces give the kids plenty of room to explore, and the environment is full of joy and creativity. We're especially impressed with the fun, thoughtful curriculum. The kids practice drawing and writing in playful ways and get to be little scientists with hands-on, imaginative activities. They've brought home the most creative projects, and the school goes above and beyond with family events like art and dance shows, and celebrations for Mother's Day, Father's Day, and other holidays. While some staff turnover happens due to 1-year contracts, our kids have adjusted well, and there are always multiple teachers in the classroom to provide continuity and support. Though learning Chinese wasn't our top priority, it's been a neat bonus to see our kids pick up songs and understand basic directions in Mandarin. More than anything, we're grateful for the kindness, safety, and joy NiHao brings into their lives.

Learning Lab is an absolutely wonderful preschool. It offers strong Christian values, a great…read moreeducational program, and a nurturing environment where children truly thrive. My daughter's teachers were amazing--Ms. Rebekah, Ms. Jackie, and the other TAs were so patient, caring, and dedicated. They taught her so much and genuinely cared about her growth, both academically and emotionally. It's clear that everyone at Learning Lab truly loves the children. My daughter absolutely adored her teachers and the entire staff. The owner, Danny, is also fantastic--he genuinely cares about the school and the children and it really shows in everything they do. The only reason we left was because we moved . If you're in the area and looking for a preschool where your child will learn, grow, be surrounded by Christian values, and be genuinely loved, I can't recommend Learning Lab enough.

This school places a strong emphasis on safety, academics, fun with music, Christian values, and…read moremuch more. They are mindful of creating a schedule that works well for working parents; less school closure days than surrounding schools. Events like the kids' fall festival and Christmas program are incredibly thoughtful and go above and beyond what you'd expect from a school. Teachers and administrators clearly love kids. A standout is Ms. Rosanna, who provides frequent daily updates on the app and then a weekly recap report on my child and sometimes even gives gifts. These gestures are not only generous but also show how well she knows my child's interests and what matters to them. Very kind.

I'm deeply grateful to have someone like creative minds teachers contributing to my child's growth…read moreand emotional well-being. Thank you again for making me feel comfortable being away from my child while at work and for caring for her beyond my expectations. Thanks so much for being so passionate about teaching young children. I cannot thank you enough for your influence on my child's growth and success. You always make my daughter feel comfortable and happy at school. You're awesome teachers Ms. Inoka, Ms. Martha, Ms. Debra (also Ms. Rosie, Ms. Meghna and Ms. Diana). You are a blessing to not only kids but to working parents. I was impressed with the amount of patience and love they showed for my daughter to settle down. I would highly recommend this preschool.

Our daughter has been attending Creative Minds for the past 9 months and we are so glad we found…read morethis center for our family. She is showered with care everyday and you can tell the owner (Ms. Inoka) genuinely loves all of the children and what she does. All of the other teachers are also incredibly loving. Each time at pickup, our daughter is beaming and has clearly had a great day. She is exposed to different kinds of foods (all of which is provided and included in the tuition cost) and is very healthy. The teachers host really endearing events for Mothers Day and Fathers Day and other celebrations too. All in all, I would highly recommend enrolling your child if there's space available, which is pretty rare.

As a working parent, finding the right preschool for my child was very stressful, we have tried 3…read moredifferent places but Little Lambs Preschool has truly exceeded all my hard expectations. My son loves going there every day! This place is very special for these reasons. 1. One thing that stands out is the communication between the school and parents. They have an app that literally tells you exactly what your child is doing. They send so many pictures throughout the day. I feel very comfortable knowing every action my son does at school. I feel connected with him while working. 2. I love love how they pray before eating. Learning about Jesus and stories from the bible. Makes me feel that this place is his second home. 3. The staff at are truly wonderful and kind. They create a warm, love, nurturing environment where children feel safe. Every teacher we've encountered has shown genuine care and dedication to the children. 4. The curriculum is fantastic, striking a perfect balance between play-based learning and structured activities. My son comes home excited to share what he's learned, from simple crafts to new songs, stories and acting in play. 5. The classrooms are bright, very clean, and filled with age-appropriate toys and materials. The outdoor play area is a favorite for my son, providing ample space for exploration and physical activity. 6. Their prices are relatively very good compared to their exceptional service. Overall, I cannot recommend them highly enough. It's more than just a preschool; it's a community that genuinely cares about each child's well-being and development.

Our son goes to Little Lambs! They have Ms. Kimberly and Ms. Kailey's his teachers. They are…read moreextremely engaging, genuine and impactful to our son. He learns so much! The rest of staff is wonderful! They have an app that shows our son's day through pictures, messages, and descriptions. This shows us how much our son is learning throughout the day. We even get to message the teachers on questions or if running behind on pick up. I highly recommend!

We have been so happy with our child's experience at this school. Over the past year, he has grown…read moretremendously -- both academically and socially. He is happy, has made wonderful friends, and comes home every day excited about what he learned. The teachers are truly kind and caring, and the small class sizes allow them to get to know each child's personality and individual needs. We especially appreciate the screen-free environment. In a world where so many schools rely on tablets and laptops to teach math and reading, it's refreshing to see children learning directly from passionate teachers in person. We are so grateful to have found this special school and highly recommend it to any family looking for a nurturing, high-quality education for their child.

Boomers & Gen X were the last American generation to have a schooling experience that resulted in a…read morecollective of successful adults.... until Seashore Academy was born. The staff & curriculum, coupled with core values to set a strong educational foundation, can be compared to what public school used to be in the 70s and 80s. There is no comparison to modern public or even private school these days, because Seashore would win by a landslide. My child has only attended Kindergarten so far but will continue until 8th grade, because I've witnessed first hand how the rest of the kids all operate on campus; for example, visiting a public school is like seeing little feral zombies running around, but the Seashore kids appear to possess critical thought naturally due to the customization for each child, paired with a screen free environment. It's unmatched and I wouldn't have my kids go anywhere else! (Not to mention, the Staff themselves and the parents and students are all like one big family because of the small class sizes!) 1000/10, would recommend to anyone who wishes to see their child grow into an intelligent, respectful, wise, and wonderful adult!!

Renascence is an excellent school both academically and for language immersion. My son attended…read moreRenascence International from preschool to 6th grade (ages 4 through 12). Based on the quality of the instruction, my son excelled academically and is tri-literate in Chinese, Spanish, and English. My son speaks Mandarin at home with his mom and attained the global seal of literacy for Spanish. The only reason my son no longer attends Renascence is that he wanted to experience a school with a larger class size and more students. (He now goes to a school with over 100 classmates just in his grade.) Based on the instruction my son received at Renascence International, my son was one of 25 out of 500 students out of district that tested and were accepted at Oxford Academy in the 7th grade. The quality of the teachers and curriculum are excellent and without this instruction, my son would never have made it into a public school that is rated #1 in California and #19 in the United States. Currently, he is taking advanced math and is the only non-hispanic child taking advanced Spanish in his grade. Thank you Renascence International for giving my son the tools and instruction to succeed.

Renascence School International (RSI) has been an incredible place for our daughter's education and…read moregrowth. She began attending kindergarten in 2012 and graduated from high school in 2025, and we could not have chosen a better school. From the administration to every teacher, the team at RSI is outstanding -- supportive, caring, and completely dedicated to each student's success. Academically, the school is exceptional. Students consistently learn up to two grade levels ahead, and through RSI's dual-enrollment program with a local community college, our daughter earned two associate degrees, along with her IGETC certification, which fulfills general education requirements for both the UC and CSU university systems -- all at the same time she graduated from high school. RSI's language program is equally impressive. Our daughter earned perfect scores (5s) on both her AP Spanish and AP Chinese exams and received the Global Seal of Biliteracy at the Working Fluency level in both languages -- a highly prestigious distinction that reflects advanced proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Only a small percentage of bilingual students nationwide reach this level, making it a truly exceptional achievement. Because of the strong foundation RSI provided, our daughter received multiple university acceptances with generous academic scholarships. We love this school so much that even after she graduated, our family continues to volunteer and support RSI because it truly feels like family. Renascence School International has been one of the best decisions we have ever made -- a school that challenges, inspires, and prepares students for success in a global world.

TRP has been such a wonderful experience for our family. Everyone here from the teachers to the…read morefront office staff and administrators have created a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment where your children develop and thrive. This is a school where a real sense of community exists. Entire families really get to know each another through the wonderful school activities and events throughout the years. Staff goes the extra mile to really get to know your child and family. We'll never forget how one of our son's teachers delivered a special sign filled with messages from his classmates when he was in the hospital. Most importantly, the curriculum and teaching methods are excellent. The school utilizes the perfect amount of technology that is age-appropriate. By the time our kids left kindergarten, they were more than prepared for the first grade. The emphasis on social skills and kindness is also invaluable. Our children have always enjoyed going to school each day and seeing their teachers and classmates. In fact, they never want to leave when we pick them up, and that's always been a great sign. TRP will always have a special place in our hearts.

Turtle Rock Preschool has been the perfect school for our son as we settled into Irvine. Going in,…read morewe wanted a place where our son could grow up as a warm-hearted, loving person and be instilled a sense of curiosity for the environment and people around him -- TRP has knocked it out of the park on both so far. In our second year with the school, our experience with teachers, staff, and families have all been incredible. Not only are teacher student ratios great, they pair up the teachers into perfect "teams" that seem to balance foundational principles really well. We see the teacher teams are able to prioritize both fun and education, fitness and discipline, and experience and creativity. TRP is where staff knows kids by names, and where families become new best friends. It is also situated in a quiet part of Turtle Rock with access to a ton of shared natural playground space where kids can hang out before, during, and after classes vs. some other options we looked at that are situated in the middle of a more commercial backdrop. School leadership under Maajed really emphasized this aspect, which resonated with us during the tours and has come through for our son in a big way IRL!

Cristina and the LangoKids team at Irvine are amazing. They have helped my two kids make incredible…read moreprogress in Spanish. We are all looking forward to a trip to South America and I am sure my two kids are going to have a more engaging experience to remember! Thanks team LangoKids, you rock!

We have three children, ages 5, 8, and 9. My wife knows a little Italian and I can get by (barely)…read morein Spanish, so we know the value knowing a foreign language. We both learned in college, which was tough and unnatural. We knew it was easier to learn as a youth, so a few years ago we started looking for a quality long-term program for Spanish for our kids. After quite a bit of homework to find a dedicated, long-term program, we came across Langokids. In January of 2025 we enrolled all our kids in the entry level classes (they offer various levels and ages throughout the week). Our kids, surprisingly, really enjoyed it. Here's why: LangoKids is designed to make the kids WANT to learn the language. They play games, sing songs, give awards, and just all around "hide" the learning in play. So far, our kids have taken a class per week from January 2025 through the present, excluding summers. Last summer they took two weeks of summer camp (and 5 weeks of other various camps). At the end of the summer they said Lango Kids was their favorite camp of the summer. Now that they have a solid foundation, we went all-in and enrolled them in 8 weeks of summer camp thus year. Tomorrow's the last day of week three and wow! Things have started to "click." They understand full phrases, understand grammar and sentence structure, and have flawless accents. It is AMAZING! Are they fluent? Of course not. But are they making excellent and steady progress? Yes, absolutely they are. Is learning completely a foreign language easy? No, it's very hard. But, Lango Kids has a system that works. We figured the weekly classes built a foundation but the magic happens a in summer camp (bc it's full immersion, 9:00-3:00 every day) and later in the year the classes will be maintenance until next summer. Ok, what are the downsides? It's hard work. Do not expect it to happen over night. It takes commitment from you for the long haul. We've been going for 18 months, every week plus we are on our 5th week of summer camp. But, we are really starting to see major progress now. There is a bit of homework during the school year. Mostly it's fun worksheets and reviewing vocabulary. Nothing hard though. And helps keep the progress moving forward (especially for a family like ours that is English only at home). The teachers are great, but they are teachers. Your child will be expected to behave and participate. This is a professional program, not a city thing run by high school kids. We love it bc the teachers keep the students on task and learning. Is it as cheap as some city run program where they learn a few phrases? Of course not. This is a high quality, foreign language education program designed specifically for young children. In my opinion, if you understand what you are investing in (a richer life for your child full of wonderful opportunities), it is absolutely money very well spent. Lastly, Ms. Christina, the director, is simply a quality person. She takes the job very seriously, is an excellent administrator, and hires excellent, kind, and effective teachers. We are very pleased and highly recommended Langokids Irvine looking to give their children the gift of knowing Spanish.