I've waited all year to review this school, wanted to make sure I had the full experience before I…read moreassigned my stars. I wish I could give it 4.5, as it's almost perfect. Pros: The teachers. The building, the toys all of the great educational resources. Everything is in great condition and very clean (and you would know, as you clean them yourself!). The moms and the other children you meet. Creative and unique experiences for your children to learn and grow through. They are always having special days and they change the classrooms around throughout the year when focusing on different lessons. They bring new items in and take old ones out so there is always something new for your little one to play with and learn from. I always felt my daughter was safe here, and in good hands - which is priceless. And on that topic, the price is very reasonable! Cons: Their motto is "Learning though Play" and they mean it 100%. So much so, that I'm afraid my daughter played too much and didn't learn enough to prepare her for kindergarten. I do wish they had more instructional time, especially towards the end of the year when most of the children in her class were 5 and capable of sitting still for longer sessions of rug time. Also, the co-op experience is really best suited for stay at home moms. As a working mom, it was difficult to take off two days a month to teach or accompany my daughter on a field trip. But, I knew this going in. Just make sure you really understand the commitment you are signing up for, and prepare to be flexible. In the end, all the extra time and effort is worth it.

The best preschool around! The teachers and staff love the kids and it shows. The parent…read moreparticipation allows the parents to be involved hands on with what the kids are doing. I couldn't ask for a better school to send my boys.

I love this Children's Center. The staff truly cares. My daughter attended this academy for about…read moretwo years, and it was wonderful to hear her talk about her love for God and to hear her sing worship songs. The teachers are intentional and thoughtful about what they teach. It is the perfect mix of academics, fine motor skills, and manners. My daughter learned a lot, and I felt like I got to be part of her thriving here. Teacher Marissa, Teacher Brooke, and Director Gloria made a huge impact on our daughter and set the bar very high. I wish she could have stayed there through high school. These educators have hearts of gold. As a first time mom I always wanted to know how her day was going, and they kept me informed so I felt right there with her. I received photos every day and used them as talking points to hear my daughter's perspective on her day. She is now in kindergarten and thriving because this academy invested in her. This was not just a school. It was a community. I recommend Mesa Grande Children's Center to anyone who wants a loving environment, strong structure, and hands on learning for their little ones.

I can't express how wonderful this school was for my 5 year old daughter, the teachers dedicate so…read moremuch time to the children , even when you get to see pictures throughout the day of your child Cooking and learning new activities also science experiments . It was such a great experience to watch my daughter grow , she can't wait to start Academy. Keep up the great work, teachers and staff.

My son was here for a year and it was a great experiences. All of the staff are caring and…read morepersonable. He learned so much, the environment was fun and welcoming. Ms. Mercedes and all the teachers were great. Thank you so much for all the support and fun. I highly recommend.

Our daughter started at Starkids Preschool just five months ago, and we truly couldn't be happier…read morewith our choice. She absolutely loves going to school and has built wonderful relationships with all of her teachers. Each teacher takes a genuine, active interest in every child and welcomes the students as if they were their own. Starkids provides nutritious breakfasts and lunches, along with a well-balanced daily schedule that perfectly blends learning and play. We are so grateful for the incredible teachers--Miss Fatima, Emily, Jocelyn, and Marina--who create such a nurturing and engaging environment. In just five months, we have seen tremendous growth in our daughter. Her discipline and social skills have improved significantly, and she now confidently recognizes all of her alphabets. Starkids Preschool truly is a hidden gem in Redlands, and we highly recommend it to any family looking for a caring and enriching preschool experience.

EDIT to reply: *Thank you for confirming much of what I…read moredescribed in my original review. To clarify, our concern was never your safe sleep policies or licensing regulations. Our concern was the expectation that a 7-month-old consistently adapt to a lengthy group nap schedule and remain quiet for nearly an entire two-hour rest period when he naturally woke after shorter sleep cycles. As parents, we made extensive efforts to support your classroom environment and implemented every strategy suggested to us. We adjusted his home schedule, feeding routines, sleep routines, and methods of falling asleep specifically to create consistency with daycare and make things easier for staff. Despite that, it continually felt as though normal infant behavior was being treated as a behavioral problem rather than a developmental stage. I also find it interesting that while stating you value privacy, your response still publicly references alleged gastrointestinal discomfort, feeding concerns, and discussions about our home routines. That only reinforces why I intentionally kept my original review general. I completely understand that group care may not be the right fit for every infant at every stage. My review was simply intended to help other parents understand that this program may not work best for babies.* I'm really disappointed to be writing this, but I feel parents of babies under 2 should be aware of our experience. As a prior daycare/childcare professional and a parent, I would not recommend this center for babies who don't comply with strict schedules. We enrolled our infant son here because initially we liked the environment. Unfortunately, we ran into ongoing concerns about how sleep was being handled, which ultimately led to us pulling him out. Our son has consistently taken short naps (around 30-45 minutes) since birth, which is developmentally normal for many infants. However, staff began sending him home early if he did not nap for at least an hour. This "one-hour nap" expectation appeared to be a requirement they set themselves, rather than something based on his individual needs. They did come out with various "sleep plans" but it felt like the goal post was always moving and they were never satisfied with the progress he made. It also became clear that a major concern from staff was that our 7 month old was not able to follow or adhere to "quiet time." This was confusing and concerning, as infants at this age are not developmentally capable of understanding or consistently following that type of expectation. At one point, staff described him as "disruptive," which was honestly shocking to hear about a baby. That raised red flags for us about expectations being placed on infants and how their needs are being interpreted. I also want to note that in reading other Yelp reviews, I saw responses from the business that appeared to include detailed context about individual situations, which I do not find appropriate. Because of that, I'm choosing to keep some details general here, as I'm not comfortable having personal information about my child and do not want a response. We understand that caring for multiple infants is challenging, but labeling a baby as disruptive, combined with rigid and unrealistic sleep expectations, made this feel like the wrong environment for our family.

This has been a great preschool for my son he started a few months ago and as I was hesitant to put…read moremy child in someone else's care this has been a great experience! They send me pictures daily, get back to me in a timely manner with any and all communication and most of all my son loves it. Picture below for reference.

From a parent's point of view, having a trusted person watching and guiding your child while you…read moreare away is the peace of mind that we all want. Moyra is that person. What a blessing.

This preschool has been such a blessing to our family. My son absolutely loves going. It gives me…read moremuch peace and joy knowing he is in good hands. I will be recommending this preschool to all my friend!

I am a mom of four and needed a place for my littlest when our long-time daycare provider retired…read more We only needed care for a few months before she started school, so I wanted somewhere my daughter would feel comfortable right away. She had been with our other daycare provider since she was 6 months old, and I was a little worried about the change--but Miss GG was so kind and welcoming that my little girl felt right at home from the start. She does so many crafts, learning activities, and fun projects with the kids. One of my favorites was a Mother's Day gift--my daughter's little hands pressed into real flowers, beautifully framed in glass. I will treasure it forever. She also included her in the group the was going to start TK/school and their little graduation celebration. At the time, my kindergartener was also able to attend part-day, which was so special because my two littles could be together, just like at our previous daycare. Miss GG was always accommodating to our needs and made us feel part of her daycare family in such a short amount of time. Before finding Miss GG, I toured six or more other daycares, but my "mama gut" knew right away this was the right place. She communicates well with parents, is both personable and professional, and truly cares for the children. We are so thankful we found her and would absolutely recommend Miss GG's to any parent looking for a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment for their little ones.

From the owner: Welcome to Our Daycare – Now Enrolling! We serve children…read moreages 1 to 6 in a state-licensed home daycare where toddlers and preschoolers thrive through hands-on learning and fun exploration. Our cozy, nurturing environment supports physical, cognitive, and social development, helping your child reach those important milestones with confidence. With a splash of culture and multilingual fun, our days are filled with motor activities, sensory play, story time, and creative adventures. We also offer transportation and accept government assistance programs. Your child’s safety is our top priority! We are CPR, First Aid, and Health & Safety certified. Come join us where children learn, laugh, grow, and shine every day!

Highly recommend Lupe and her crew! I have two kids that have been going here for about a year. As…read morea parent, it could be worrisome sending your children to daycare but I never felt that way here. My kids are always excited to go and love that they have friends and a routine while there. Lupe is a great communicator. Any personal days or holidays she isn't open will be posted a significant amount of time ahead. Overall, a very clean, safe, organized and welcoming environment for your littles to thrive!

This is the best daycare that I've taken my son to. The owner was a teacher for over 20 years and…read moreit really shows because I'm amazed at how much my son is learning so fast. All other daycares seem like just overpriced babysitting services where they just watch your kids and that's it, but at play n learn it's obvious that they follow some sort of lesson plan to teach the kids valuable skills and knowledge to set them up for success. My son being 3 has had a habit of talking back and throwing tantrums and after a few months of being at this daycare, he no longer does! This place is the ultimate parenting hack!

Truly a local gem. Our daughter has been going here since they opened back in 2022 and absolutely…read morelove this dance studio and everything they offer. With the addition of their new location, they are able to offer even more classes for the growing roster of students. Our daughter loves the teachers here and continues to grow as as a dancer. If you are looking for a dance studio for either competitive dance or recreational, Studio M is a must try!

If you would like to send your daughter to a great dance studio, this is definitely not the one to…read morechoose! At first, everything was going well until it was time for the Christmas showcase. The day we went to pick up the Christmas dress, I was informed my daughter's dress was missing even though we were charged for it and were informed we have one day to exchange it. Finally the owner said she left it at her home and brought it after the class--apparently she babysits her own children, SMH! On that same day, I was informed all of the tickets were sold out for the show and they had only been on sale for 4 days. The owner did not set a limit on how many tickets each customer could purchase tickets. One person informed me they purchased 20 tickets--we only needed 4 tickets! We had attempted several times to purchase tickets online on my phone and laptop and the website was non functioning. I informed the owner of this and was not given any understanding about my situation and was informed I should have come in and purchased them in person--what is the point if you have a website!?! My father had passed away prior to this and was not given any sympathy for my loss and rather was informed, "If you didn't buy tickets in time, there is nothing I can do about it!" The tickets could have been added to the purchase of the dress or on our monthly bill which they charged us religiously, however they said they don't do business that way and all tickets are open to public! The lack of professionalism, respect for their customers, and chauvinist attitude is no good and we would never recommend this dance studio to anyone!