It's a nice place. My child had a good first week no complaints whatsoever except for the first day. We had no real direction of how to get into the facility, and didn't know we had to enter through the back. No one was at the office when we arrived and walked aimlessly until a parent let us in and told us how to enter next time with our code. I will be updating this review as more time passes with the school and my child. As of today i love the daily pictures and updates in the portal. Very nice touch! read more

I started looking for preschools back when my son was still an infant, and I am so glad BESA was my first choice! This school goes above and beyond to provide appropriate, individualized care for every child. They offer every opportunity for children to receive high quality learning experiences and diverse cultures. Their teachers are also incredibly knowledgable about child development which is surprisingly rare among preschools. My son has been attending since early 2022, and he has grown in so many ways! We are a primarily English and Vietnamese speaking home, so it has been really cool to watch him also learn and utilize Spanish on a regular basis due to his education at BESA. He also has a strong desire to learn to read, and his gross motor skills have come such a long way because of the daily opportunities he gets to run outside and play with peers! He also used to be a very picky eater, but since attending BESA he has begun to expand his palate and will try just about anything. He has also cultivated a love and appreciation for animals and nature itself, I believe due to his time in and around the school garden and its bunnies. During apple season, he would come home almost every day with an apple from the tree in their play yard. Green apples are now his absolute favorite fruit! BESA does accept subsidized care which has been a godsend. I thought because I could not afford preschool on my own, my son's educational opportunities would be limited. Not only has my son learned and grown so much (showing off the yoga, Spanish, math, and letters he learns daily), but BESA has also championed ME as a mom and human being! Their support has encouraged and allowed me to return to school and work which has given our family the chance it deserves to grow as a whole. Finally (though I could go on and on), I am grateful for their support of my family's unique parenting experience. My son's dad lives out of state, and we include bonus mama in our parenting decisions. BESA has gone above and beyond to make all three of us feel like equal partners in our son's education and development. They have been responsive and supportive each time we hit a behavioral challenge with our son, and they have been great with ensuring we are all involved and informed with their next steps as well as genuinely asking how they can support practices we already have at home. BESA really does intentionally hit all the parts of their name. High quality bilingual education, appreciation and cultivation of environmental science, intentional incorporation of all the arts (dance, music, visual, etc), which have supported academic development and absolute thriving socioemotional growth. Grateful to BESA in so many ways. If you're considering attending or getting on the waitlist, do NOT wait. Best early education decision I could have made for our family was attending BESA! read more

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My daughter started with Besa the day she turned 3 she will soon be 5! I am a first time mama and was so worried about where to send her. I did so much research and wanted somewhere that was bilingual. When I found Besa and saw all they had to offer and how diverse they were I was hooked. My daughter and I were able to do a class with Mrs Zavala to see how it was and I loved it and she was able to stay with Ms Zavala! My daughter is now with Ms Diana in TK and I couldn't be happier with all her progress in understanding, speaking and her writing skills in both english and spanish. Thank you Besa for having awsome staff that truly care about all the children/students that go there. read more

My daughter has been attending the BESA School since June 2021 and I couldn't be happier with our experience with the school and the teachers. It was exactly what my husband and I were looking for when searching for a school/daycare for our 2 year old daughter. We wanted a safe place for her to learn (through play and other activities), explore and socialize, but we especially wanted her to attend a school with a bilingual curriculum. Ms. Priscilla is the sweetest to the children, and you can tell that she really cares and loves what she does. I appreciate all the pictures and videos that are sent to us through the Brightwheel app, and it helps me feel connected to my daughter throughout the day. She is so happy to go to her "escuela" every morning to see her friends and Ms. Priscilla. Knowing she is happy, learning, and thriving is the biggest peace of mind a mama could ask for. read more

My son started preschool here at the end of August. I was very worried about enrolling him in school during the pandemic but I felt like what he could take out of the program would be worth the risk. His Grandmother and caretaker, who was very against enrolling him, has noticed his positive behavioral changes. He has become a better listener, he puts his toys away without being asked to, he plays well with his cousin (prior to preschool they would fight over toys everyday). Additionally, I have seen a great improvement in his Spanish vocabulary and willingness to respond back in Spanish. His teacher keeps us updated through their app and I LOVE to see pictures of him at school throughout the day. I would recommend this school to any parent out there. read more

I am so glad we found BESA. It has been the best decision my wife and I have made for the growth of our daughter. Since she started more than a year ago, I feel like she communicates so much more. I love getting compliments from family and friends on how much and how well she can speak. She surprises everyone on how much she knows, being only 3. She learns so much at school and is so well taken care of by the staff. The food is healthy and helps a lot that all meals are included so I don't have to pack her lunch and snacks. It is such a family environment which is why our 9 month old is also attending school here. read more

I toured several schools two weeks ago and this is one of them. I did not like that for the high tuition the school does not serve a lunch. Also, the infant classroom is very small and it feels cluttered to me. They have very tiny rooms that were converted from a house then suddenly their church classroom is very big. The director was nice but I don't think the space my child will be in and services they offered was a good value to their high tuition. read more

Our son has attended the BESA school for over 2 years now. During his time at BESA he has learned so much! We love the updates and pictures sent through the Brightwheel app, it's nice to be able to communicate directly with the teachers on duty. Our son's favorite thing about school is the garden and dance class. And our favorite part is that he is learning Spanish! read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. My daughter loves going to school, she loves her teachers , she looks forward to going to school every day. The teachers are so kind to the students they stick to their schedules and give the children a sense of routine and security. My take on the Covid protocols is that they take exceptional precautions. Children always have their masks on, the check in check out is contactless. When I arrive in the mornings there is a cleaning crew. My husband and I couldn't be happier with our decision to bring our daughter here even though it is a good drive from our home. read more

My son has been attending this school for a few months now and I couldn't be more happy with his progress. It was very important for me to find a school that had a bilingual curriculum, as I am committed to having my son be bilingual. Therefore, I was ecstatic when I found The BESA School. Like me, they believe in the importance and benefits of bilingual education and have created a curriculum that is enriching and age appropriate. Aside from the fact that my son is learning a lot, what I am the most happy with is the way the staff treat him and the other children. They are well qualified, kind, loving and respectful. The facility is always clean and have implemented policies and strategies that always make me feel at ease when thinking about my child's safety and well being. Additionally, I appreciate the fact that the school is diverse and they take the diversity of this world into consideration when creating their curriculums. Also, they provide healthy meals. It's nice, as a working parent, to not have to worry about packing a school lunch! The staff take advantage of the technology that is available and are very open and communicative with parents. I like the fact that I always feel updated, whether it be because of the weekly emails the send or daily photos/updates posted on the Class Dojo app. If you are looking for a preschool for your child, I highly recommend this school! read more

BESA is an amazing school/daycare. Our first born has been attending since he was 9 months and now he's two and a half and loving it. The teachers and staff are all amazing and make BESA feel like a community center where the kids get to learn and share amazing experiences! Gardening with a bunny, arts and crafts and my child's favorite- water days! read more

We love the Besa school! Their bilingual curriculum encompasses environmental science and encourages the kids to explore and learn outdoors. Additionally, the kids learn music and art. My child learned to play the Ukulele! They have a cook that makes fresh meals each day. Another important point is Diversity and you will find it here. The teachers are well educated and are so loving and patient. Communication is easy via email, text and via ClassDojo. Our daughter loves it here! I highly recommend this school. I have great peace of mind of knowing my child is safe all day. This school is definitely worth it! read more

I have a background in child development and psychology and have known for a long time what type of educational environment I wanted my child to learn in. I wanted an environment that was structured, but also offered freedom and self-exploration. I also wanted teachers who were kind, patient, warm and supportive. In BESA, I think we've found it! My son has been attending BESA now for a little over a week and we've had nothing but positive experiences. My son was born right before the start of the pandemic and therefore did not have a lot of socializing with other families and children outside of our home. He has acclimated to the environment much quicker than expected and I am so happy that he is loving his time at Besa. Ms. Priscilla is my son's teacher and along with Ms. Connie, there has been constant communication about my son's progress and comfort. Through the Brightwheel app, BESA provides meal and potty updates and also graces us with photos and videos of their activities. He acclimated to the environment much quicker than expected and I am so happy that he is loving his time at Besa. read more

The besa school is incredible! As a first time mom, trying to find the best daycare for my daughter wasn't easy, but the staff made our transition so simple. The app they use makes me feel at ease knowing what my daughter's meals and snacks, naps, and pictures of activities she's done throughout the day. I cannot say enough great things about my daughters teacher, Ms. Priscilla. She is so caring and amazing with my girl. My daughter has a huge smile on her face when she sees her and that means everything to us. Since starting at besa, my daughters vocabulary has developed so much more and it is also evident that she is learning important social skills. We highly recommend! read more

We are so thrilled to be a part of the BESA school! Throughout our research for daycare, we kept coming back to BESA. We quickly put our daughters name down for waitlist when we were pregnant and she was able to start right when I resumed work when she turned 4 months. Our daughter's teachers Ms. Lily and Ms. Guzman are just INCREDIBLE!!!! They are kind, and our little baby just jumps into their arms. We know she is well taken care of, getting so much exposure to 2 languages (Spanish and English love the dual immersion!!!), and she has so many little friends. Love the socialization she gets here and love that the teachers are able to be in constant communication with pictures and videos with the Brightwheel app. We feel so lucky to be a part of BESA school. It truly is an extension of family for our little one. read more

My daughter has been attending BESA since June 2021. Since starting, her vocabulary has expanded tremendously. She has become more articulate and speaks in longer sentences, in both English and Spanish. The teachers and staff are kind, caring, and enthusiastic. The administration is approachable and supportive. My daughter is excited to go to school each morning. read more

I have enjoyed bringing my son to the BESA school. He is currently in the infant class and loves his teachers. It is amazing to see how much he comprehends in English AND Spanish in such a short amount of time. We get updates throughout the day on how what our son is learning and how he is doing. As a first time parent they have made me feel at ease leaving my child in their care. I appreciate the school trying to get parents involved especially during the Covid protocols. They have really thought out of the box to make sure that we are still able to see what is going on. Our son loves to play outside with his friends and be in the garden with the bunny. I highly recommend this school to any parent. read more

Our son has been attending BESA since he was 13 months old. We were struggling to find a daycare program we could trust and spent several months researching different daycares. Finally, a friend recommended the infant program to us at BESA, and from the moment we toured the school, we knew this was the daycare for him! The teachers (currently Ms. Priscilla and Ms. Nancy) are patient, loving and caring, and speak to him in English and Spanish. They are very organized with their curriculum and the kids are always learning and having fun, whether it be in the school garden or engaging with hands-on and interactive projects/activities. They are also helping us potty train our son, which is truly amazing! This is very hard to do without their help! They have many fundraising and community events that bring us together, including dance-a-thons, pumpkin patches, halloween parades, back-to-school nights, parent conferences, etc. Our son really loves attending BESA. He is now 2.5 years old and we drive from Lakewood to attend this school. That's how much we love it! Lastly, I love the Brightwheel app where we get updates on food consumption, naps, potty, incidents, health checks, photos and videos! read more

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From the moment we toured BESA, we knew it was the right fit for our family. As a new parent, I had many questions before enrolling our daughter, and Ms. Robinson kindly answered every single one. She was sympathetic and reassuring, and the rest of the staff proved to be just as sweet. Our daughter started at BESA when she was an infant. Ms. Lily and Ms. G both took such wonderful care of her and taught her so much. We never had issues at drop off because she (and we) knew she would be spending time with people who loved her. Once she moved to the toddler class, she developed the same connection for her new teachers: Ms. Priscilla and Ms. Nancy. These wonderful humans have such a heart for caring and teaching the little ones. At BESA, our kids sing, dance, read, paint, garden, experiment, and play all while developing their language in English and Spanish. Everyone who works at BESA is committed to the growth and development of these little minds. I couldn't have asked for a better place for our daughter. read more

The BESA school is absolutely wonderful! I have two children enrolled there, ages 3.5 and 5.5. We drive up from Long Beach because we love the school so much. My younger son is in the Little Scientists class with Ms. Sanchez, and my older daughter is in the Little Engineers class with Ms. Betancourt. Both teachers are phenomenal--they genuinely care about the kids and make learning fun! My son taught me about the forest subfloor and canopy recently, and my daughter conducts her own science experiments in which she "writes down my observations." My daughter is technically in kindergarten, and the teachers do special things with her to make sure she is on track for first grade next year. The bilingual curriculum is one of the many reasons we chose the school. My kiddos are learning more and more Spanish every day, and they celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays. I also love that they get to be outside most of the day. They also learn dance and music! Having a chef on staff who cooks them meals every day is worth its weight in gold. My kids come home telling me they tried enchiladas--I could never get them to try my enchiladas! I appreciate that they make the school so accessible for working parents, too. Their hours are 7am-6pm, there are several schedule options, and they are in school year-round. I work half-time from home, so I have my kids enrolled in the half-day program. Everyone involved with the school, from the staff to the parents, are wonderful people and I couldn't be happier with our experience. read more

This school has become a family to us. My 2 year old went here for her 1st year of school. She fell in love with the staff! In one school year she's become bilingual and uses words like photosynthesis regularly! read more

The BESA school is AWESOME! Bilingualism is one of the best gifts you can give your child, and you need to start it early! With the STEM curriculum, caring and nurturing teachers such as Ms. Perez, and her ability to not only instruct to a very high level, but also implement a strong social and emotional aspect with in her teaching, this school is one of a kind. Being a parent and educator myself, I highly recommend this school! read more

I had the pleasure of meeting Aurora Perez prior to her start with "The BESA School." She is one of the kindest and most caring individuals I have been able to cross paths with. Her creative and fun teaching style took ahold of the children's attention and captivated their senses. She could focus and help one child at a time to achieve their learning capacities all while still attaining the responsiveness of the surrounding children. When problem behaviors would arise, Ms. Perez was able to recognize the motivation behind those behaviors and handle them appropriately. I would recommend taking this opportunity to include this amazing teacher in your child's life. read more

This school is very impressive. I have not seen a program like this yet, they definitely take the time to work with your child. They get to know your child and the person they are. This school is a very a tight nit and family like school. I enjoy the staff being very united and devoted. read more

BESA is an amazing school! I am so elated to have found a school where my kids are not only cared for and loved, but also taught high standards. My twins are 5 years old and love going to school every day. They even are disappointed when it's the weekend. Being a teacher I was looking for a place that would have them prepared for Kindergarten. They not only are ready, but I'm sure are exceeding the standards for Kindergarten. They have a wonderful way of teaching high-level learning in a fun and engaging way. There is a teaching emphasis on Environmental Science and Bilingual Spanish/English, but also teach P.E ,Math, Social Studies, Nutrition, Music and Art. Mrs. Robinson and Mrs. Perez are awesome teachers who are always professional, but also caring and personable at the same time. I can see all of the hard-work they put in to making the program successful. I'm so happy to see a need for this type of school in my area being fulfilled solidly. I am thankful to have my kids in a place where they are safe, loved, learning, and happy!I couldn't ask for more. Go BESA! read more