A Happy Day Care

The support staff and teachers are amazing. My daughter truly enjoys going and even asks to go on…read moreweekends!

We were looking around for an affordable daycare for our daughter when we came across little…read morefriends, they are wonderful! My daughter loves to go and they do so many arts and crafts. They also have special meals for the children on all the holidays. My daughter has learned so much in the last 6 months! The teachers are all amazing and so nice! Highly recommend and it's the not affordable I found in town close to the highway for easy access from prunedale.

Hearts and Hands Christian Childcare & Preschool

(20 reviews)

My daughter just started here at the beginning of this year. With any transition for a toddler it…read morecan be difficult but so far she has enjoyed her time in preschool and the teachers have been kind and patient with her. I was actually pleasantly surprised at how quickly she transitioned to the new school. We really love the staff, both teachers and administrators. They are sweet people always smiling and ready to help, they are also very professional. I am especially grateful that kids don't have to be potty trained, she is 3 and still having some accidents, but there's no pressure. It's a good learning environment in many ways. We also love the outside area, it has a good size playground. My daughter loves, loves, loves to swing. The site is very secure and clean. I love that they pray with the kids, and learn from the Bible. My son is at Anthem Christian School next door and it's very convenient to drop them off together! Plus once my baby is two I can take her to daycare here too, again avoiding extra hassle. And there's a sibling discount. We are very happy with both schools.

My little one attended this preschool and we had an extremely negative experience. I sat through a…read morehalf day with my toddler and they seemed to not have enough staff support in the classroom. A teacher could not leave at any point without being out of ratio, which is very concerning given how young the kids are. (Example: a toddler who was already potty trained asked to go potty and was told they put a pull up on her so they didn't need to take her and put them out of ratio) The teacher for the 2 year olds seemed very dry and gave very little verbal praise during activities. Nothing about the instruction or preschool aspect of it seemed to be very stimulating. (no singing or excitement) In addition, the toys outside were mostly either very dirty or just broken, even right at the beginning of the day. Teachers didn't play games or interact with children unless it was for help or cry. Granted what they charge a week, this place is 100% not worth it.

Monica's Daycare

(17 reviews)

There aren't enough words to express how grateful we are for Monica, Carlos, Mona and Destiny. From…read morethe very beginning, they have welcomed our family with open arms and have always made us feel supported and cared for. Watching Cataleya grow has been such a joy. She has learned so much since attending their daycare--not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well. She has become more confident, independent, and excited to learn every single day. It warms our hearts to see how happy she is and how much she loves being there. Monica, Carlos, Mona and Destiny truly care about every child. Their patience, kindness, and dedication shine through in everything they do. They create a safe, loving, and nurturing environment where children can thrive, and it shows in the way Cataleya has grown. The communication, encouragement, and genuine love they give to each family are something truly special. Thank you, Monica, Carlos, Mona and Destiny for everything you've done for Cataleya and for our family. We are beyond thankful for your love, guidance, and unwavering support. We couldn't have asked for better people to help care for and encourage our daughter. We wholeheartedly recommend your daycare to any family looking for a place where their child will be loved, supported, and given every opportunity to learn and grow.

Children love the daycare, and that the facility is clean, the food is nutritious, and the…read moreactivities are quality.. would totally recommend amazing care giver Monica

Oasis Charter Public School

3.1

I've had a unique, non-parent experience at this school. Leadership is working very hard to make a…read morepositive difference for staff, teachers, students, parents, & other stakeholders. The atmosphere is very welcoming & teachers are def committed to their jobs. The student areas are roomy, so students never have to feel overcrowded. The entire school is clean & leadership is working hard to maintain a safe environment for learning and working. If you're in Salinas & looking for an option for your child's education - grades K-6 - come tour the school & bring your questions. Lunch & breakfast are served, the teacher / learning aide ratio to student is very good, and the school is easy-to-access in the 93907.

Amazing school my grandson is a thriving been there since Kinder. My eldest granddaughter is…read moreattending kindergarten this year . The teacher is extremely patient with her students. (Same teacher my grandson had in kindergarten) I wish they offered Middle School because I don't want him going to any other public school.

Sacred Heart School

3.7

(3 reviews)

This is a horrible school to send your children not even over exaggerating. The teachers don't even…read moreneed to have a teaching credential to teach so why are you wasting all that money for a education . The staff is very disrespectful I found out one of the members in the office was yelling and disrespecting my child for being ill . And the environment is like a prison for children I'm glad I took my child out of this horrible school and

I love Sacred Heart School. My son has been attending it since preschool (he was in the first…read morepreschool class). The principal at the time suggested TK class for him since he was too young, which was the best thing we could do for him. He is now in fourth grade, doing great in all the subjects. The staff is wonderful, they really care about the kids there.

Health Educational Services

(6 reviews)

Thank you , Health Education Services . I took BLS today . Instructor Don rocked it he was great !…read moreDon is a great instructor very professional and skilled . I appreciate your services .

I took the acls renewal class with Mr. Main at their flagship location on quail- 5 star overall…read moreexperience - Mr. Main is a great teacher n really enjoys what he does - n the facility/class is nice with all the current equipment- bells/whistles-

Sylvan Learning of Salinas/Monterey

(9 reviews)

100% recommended. At Sylvan, they love teaching our children. Ms. Cary is the best, she is super…read moreprofessional and dedicated to providing our kids with the very best instruction. They treat each child as an individual; there, they truly understand every child.

Very expensive! Children are tutor in groups, not one to one tutoring. So, if your child has a…read morequestion/ he or she has to wait till the tutor is done working with the other "child/children." And there it goes... part of the hour/money your are paying for. One time my child told me "the tutor didn't know how to do that math problem... She must not know, she seems very young, I think she said she is high school..." After addressing my concern to the staff. I found out they hire Collegue students and High School students as tutors. I was very disappointed! The place in general is very messy. Starting with the manager's office and the lobby. The carpet, the couches are nasty. It wouldn't recommend this place. You can find a one to one tutor for much less money.

Samantha’s Daycare

(2 reviews)

Samantha's Daycare is the best quality. Dependable safest daycare…read more I had both of my kids in this daycare. Samantha taught my kids their colors, numbers, shapes and how to write their names before kindergarten. It was consistent daily. She fed them breakfast, lunch and snacks. She also has a playground in the backyard. A very loving environment. I always felt comfortable at work knowing my kids were in her care. Very affordable for the exceptional care my boys received. Thank you Samantha for taking care of the boys!

I initially had my baby being taken care of by a family friend, who ended up having to stop caring…read morefor him. I found Samantha and have no regrets about having my son in her care. He met her at about 5 months old and is now 3 years old. Because of her he knows his numbers, colors, shapes, days of the week, and can almost count to 30. She has an awesome play area for the kids in the backyard and provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Samantha is great at keeping in communication with me about any concerns, no matter how minor. Couldn't speak more highly of her!

Lee's Jewelers

(38 reviews)

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Highly recommend this place for anything jewelry and watch related problems. Super fast and very…read morenice.

Friendly and amazing service ! Made my ring the perfect size thank you !! Was quick and reasonable…read morepricing

Velasco Landscaping

We had reached out to multiple contractors regarding a dead oak tree in our backyard and overgrown…read morefoxtails making the property unsafe for our dog. We were quoted nearly DOUBLE what Velasco quoted us. Chris came out within 24 hours, walked the property with us and was able to provide a clear plan of action. He showed up on time and his crew of guys had nearly one acre of land looking nice again within two days! The oak tree was cut down and the stump ground down for safety, the chicken coop was weeded and all debris removed, and they even planted grass seed for us on our upper lawn that had been damaged by gopher holes. Chris is friendly and knowledgeable and took the time to reach out again a few weeks later just to make sure the grass was growing in. We will definitely be using them again when we're ready for new landscaping projects!

Project involved changing an oyster shell bocci ball court to a combo bocci/putting surface. I…read morerecieved multiple responses off Angi's list but Velasco response was he was in the area and if ok would stop by the same day to go over the work I was looking to have done. Chris Velasco the owner stopped by and as we discussed the project i became comfortable that he knew what I wanted and could begin the 2 day job within a couple of weeks. We quickly agreed on the cost and terms and the job was completed as promised. Chris as well as his employees were very professional, clean and well educated on the work that had to be done. Chris himself would explain the process as the different steps took place. I can highly recommend his services. I would definitely use his services again.

Villegas Plumbing

It was a quick, straight forward job to replace laundry water valves and main water shut-off valve.read more

Julio is very professional, prompt and honest. I will definitely continue to hire him for all of…read moreour homes plumbing needs

Copymat

My quest was to find a print shop in the Monterey/Salinas area that could do a walk in project that…read morewas a two sided color complicated 8x8 document on cardstock that had to be done that morning. I had the project as a pdf. Once we got the pdf. to the copymat computer, the person there worked hard at changing the format to fit the 8x8 size and produced the final result, which was beautifully trimmed to exactly 8x8. At the beginning, he had asked how many copies I wanted and I had said one, and his shoulders sank. But he still spent about 15-or 20 minutes inputting the specs, testing by printing and adjusting. When he thought it was just rignt, he gave it to me. said I said it was beautiful. As we went over to the register, I asked how much it would cost, he rang it up and said, $1.02. I said, that can't be right! He said, you're right, it was double sided. That would will be $2.03. I paid the money, and walked out to my car and then came back to him and said that I just couldn't do that and gave him a good tip. You just can't beat that kind of know how, attention to detail, and service to the customer. I will always recommend Copymat for all printing needs.

Always friendly and happy to make personalized, high quality work in a timely manner.read more

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9 years ago

I looked long and hard before choosing the right daycare for my child when I went back to work. Many places were good but not a perfect fit. When I met Bubby and Heather it just felt right. They keep a tidy house and structure in their schedule. My 17-month-old came home knowing baby sign language the first week of "school" and has not stopped learning since. He will be entering kindergarten in the fall well-prepared with not only solid language arts and math skills, but a plethora of additional interests budding. He knows how to make good choices about his diet due to their work in the garden growing their own food. He understands that exercise is not only important but fun too, if you choose the right music. He has made beautiful art projects that I have scanned and turned into a keepsake book that is of publishable quality. He has learned to get along with others of different ages, ethnicities, and differences of opinion. He knows how to respect personal space and be aware of others as he moves about the world. He makes cross-curricular connections with every observation of the outside world. He has learned to ask questions and listen to the answers. I couldn't ask for more. He is in a great place. read more

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