POV- an overstimulated tired mom who has been taking care of a toddler and baby full time since the…read morebeginning of the year and was desperately searching for a part time option. This was my first experience enrolling in a daycare. Julie is a very sweet, energizer bunny caregiver to kids and this post is not to slander her business. From the beginning that I reached out to her on fb messenger, she was so kind and accommodating and I felt like she was a godsend. In the meantime, we also applied for a school that told us we were waitlisted with no date to be expected. It started to go downhill in my overall experience after our first transition visit. My son loved it a lot which is all I cared about. The day we set was Friday once a week, and the following week the morning of Friday I messaged her to confirm that we were going to head over for the second visit- she replied that she was so sorry but she had a stomach bug so we couldn't go. Understandable as these things happen, and the following week was also cancelled as everyone still had the stomach bug. Then we found out that my son got off the waitlist for school and immediately I communicated to her this information and she said ok good luck! Here is when the miscommunication started to begin. The paperwork said the nonrefundable deposit counts towards the last 2 weeks of school. In my brain, I understood it as ok I can send him two times still. All this mama wants and was looking for was a safe place to drop her kid off to get a break and at this point we are a few weeks in already with no outcome. After going back and forth with me confirming costs which I am sure was annoying to deal with for her, we settled on her accepting my 30 day notice which I wanted to respect and I could still get the outcome I wanted- just some rest! Finally, a whole month after we started messaging the day arrived and I was able to drop him off. I had printed and filled out all the required paperwork and I forgot to bring it with me which I didn't realize until we got there and my son was getting settled. Feeling already really annoyed with myself, I asked if it was possible for Julie to print out the paperwork which I could fill out prior to leaving as I didn't want her to get into any trouble. I so appreciated her doing that to save me a trip home and lugging my toddler back. While filling out the paperwork, she suddenly brought up that he could not stay in the daycare until she hand wrote out his immunization record into the paper which she didn't know if she could do today because it's hard to do with kids around. I am 100% ready to admit that at that point hearing this new info of my son not being able to stay because she couldn't fill out a portion the parent did not need to do caused me to get frustrated. I can empathize for the extra work I caused, and I so appreciated her helping me print out. What could have made this avoidable, was her telling me when I checked in prior to dropping off that she needed 10-15 min to fill out a portion the provider needs to do before that can happen. My expectation of me able to drop my son off after ensuring he was settled for ~15 min and go on my way back to my baby at home that my husband was trying to juggle while in a meeting and then her telling me actually she didn't know was possible with kids around truly is off putting and caught me off guard. Do I wish I hadn't lost my patience and not sounded as frustrated as I did while trying to clarify with her if my son could stay or not because I wasn't getting a clear answer? Absolutely. When I came to pick up, I got no update on how he did and when we left she told us at the gate that she was going to refund us and me being confrontational made her uncomfortable so we could not come back and good luck with everything. I already felt terrible for creating more work and cried after our interaction, and to go back to pick up my son and be told we were not welcome back left me stunned. I later reached out to apologize that I made her uncomfortable as that is not the person I am. She thanked me and then apologized on her end, gave an update how my son did and why she essentially booted us out of the daycare was because of this confrontation with children around. Instead of just shutting ppl out that really felt so dismissive and so upsetting to me after a month long ordeal of me proactively communicating with her while respecting the way she runs her business, I hope that Julie can better navigate through uncomfortable situations as the business owner, communicate more proactively and clearly, and realize if she's overextending herself. *this is to share my experience with you as I did not want to further miscommunicate. It's okay that this wasn't a fit. Please see date you sent me the paperwork and review our messages once again. If a parent clarifying details felt confrontational to you via messenger, then a call may be a better idea next time for someone new.

I live behind Habitot around the corner and I'm extremely impressed with how Julie runs it. At…read morefirst, I thought that having a DayCare especially a WeeCare behind me would drive me crazy, but a smile comes from me every time I hear the kids giggling or singing Happy Birthday to one another. There is one small girl who has the voice of an soprano opera singer. Julie has a wonderful regimen of snacks, sing-alongs and even story readings with her kids. I hear Julie encourage, uplift and gently discipline them when needed. I would highly recommend the Habitot to anyone who wants their kids to get the best start in life. Diana W. (Neighbor)

As a parent of a 16-month-old, choosing a daycare was a big decision for me. I am so happy I found…read moreLittle Prodigy Preschool and Daycare. The teachers are loving, patient, and attentive, and they take wonderful care of my child. My little one feels comfortable there and is always happy when I drop off and pick up. It gives me great peace of mind knowing my child is in such a safe and nurturing environment. We've noticed positive changes in our child's confidence, social skills, and communication since enrolling here. The facility is clean, organized, and well-maintained, and the daily activities are both educational and fun. We also appreciate the regular updates and open communication from the staff, which helps us stay involved in our child's development. I highly recommend this place.

The Little Prodigy family is truly something special! Both of our girls started in the toddler…read moreprogram one started at 17 month and our younger one started there at 15 month. We've been with the school since 2023. Since the very beginning, the teachers showed so much care and love for our girl and like every new parent, we are nervous about our little nugget starting school and especially with the first couple of drop offs being rough, but the teachers knew exactly what to do and guided us along the way and made the transition very smooth. I've watched our older one growing from the baby room, moving up each year and then to preschool, every step along the way, the teachers are there to support and nurture, it's truly been a blessing journey. The school offers different programs for different age groups with very experienced teachers and they have a huge playground with a lot of outdoor activities for the kids. Also a safe dedicated gated area for the toddlers. Our younger one is now 5 months into the school and only the best experiences just like her older sister and we see the growth weekly. We're excited for the upcoming journey ahead. We highly recommend LPP and it will always be special to us

We are so grateful for the love and care that Ms. Sally and her assistant have shown Lucas. Since…read morejoining the daycare at 13 months old, he has grown into a more confident, curious, and independent little boy. The teachers have nurtured his language, creativity through music and art, and social development with so much patience and care. We've also seen him learn to follow routines, listen better, and develop positive behaviors. Lucas is always excited to go to school and happily walks into the classroom each morning. He loves his teachers and friends and often says their names at home. We truly appreciate the photo and video updates, as well as the clear and timely communication. Thank you to the entire team for making Lucas's first daycare experience so wonderful. We highly recommend this daycare to any family looking for a warm, safe, and nurturing environment.

Our son has been attending this daycare for over a year now. When he first joined, he only said a…read morefew words, but he is now able to communicate his needs fluently in Mandarin! We are so impressed with his progress. Additionally, Ms. Sally keeps the space impeccably clean and organized. We highly recommend this daycare to any parents looking for a nurturing environment.

Our family has been part of the Happy Days Cupertino community for over two years -- both of our…read morekids attend -- and it's been one of the best decisions we've made as parents. Here's what stands out: + THE TEACHERS: This is what makes Happy Days special. Our kids' teachers have known them since they were babies and toddlers. They know each child's personality, what lights them up, and what they need on a hard day. Every staff member greets our kids by name at pickup -- not just their classroom teachers, everyone. That kind of continuity doesn't exist at larger programs. Some teachers also speak Spanish with our son, which is meaningful to our multicultural family. Many of them have been at Happy Days for well over a decade, they are clearly doing a great job at retaining their staff. + THE FOOD: Meals are cooked fresh on-site daily -- hot soup, fresh fruits and vegetables, balanced meals our kids actually love. Our picky eater eats things here she refuses at home. The daily soup has quietly helped with fine motor skills (holding a spoon, scooping carefully) in a way that feels like lunch, not therapy. + SIBLING CONNECTION: Our kids are in different age groups but share the same playground with the infant care area separated by an open fence. The open layout lets children of different ages interact naturally, and watching our two spot each other across the yard is the best part of our day. Ms. Simran does a phenomenal job of capturing these sweet moments on camera! +INFANT CARE: We started our youngest at 8 months. The 1:4 teacher-to-infant ratio, daily written activity logs, and classroom cameras gave us real peace of mind. Watching our baby hit every milestone with teachers cheering them on made the hardest part of going back to work so much easier. It was so hard when my daughter and I got sick often in the first few months, but the teachers were incredibly helpful in navigating that season. + POTTY TRAINING SUPPORT: Our oldest started in the transition classroom before being potty trained. The teachers were patient, encouraging, and never made it stressful -- for our child or for us. The kids are still obsessed with Ms. Rosie to this day! + CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS: Happy Days embraces the diversity of its families through events and classroom activities. For a multicultural family like ours, this matters more than any test score. We love the Diwali, Easter, Lunar New Year, Earth Day, St Patrick's Day and other festivities so much! +MS. STEPHANIE: She knows every child and every family. Responsive, honest, and genuinely invested. You can tell this isn't just a business to her. She's been at the facility for over 25 years and is truly committed helping these kids thrive. We're now navigating the graduation out of Happy Days and the hardest part isn't academics -- it's the thought of leaving Happy Days. Our kids didn't just go to daycare here. They grew up here. If you're touring schools and feeling overwhelmed: go visit Happy Days. You'll feel the difference the moment you walk in.

We had a wonderful experience at Happy Days and highly, highly recommend it. We were part of the…read morecommunity from August 2021 to August 2025. Our youngest attended from six months old until smoothly transitioning to TK last month. We got to know every classroom and teacher, all of whom are professional, kind, experienced, and well-matched to the ages they care for. We really appreciate the attention to detail for kids' daily and developmental experience, and the level of coordination required to provide such a consistently high experience. Because we started daycare during COVID, we especially appreciated the cleanliness of the facility, having two doors/classroom, plenty of backup care options if a teacher was out, and the outdoor play spaces (including a covered play space so they can still run around when it's raining!) We love the sanity-saving healthy lunch/snack program, the flexible hours, the year-round holiday celebrations and fun themes, the consistent communication, and warm generosity of the staff - especially Ms. Stephanie, who worked with us on everything from bottle transitions and naps to talking back and art projects. I wish we'd known about Happy Days when my older child was in daycare. I highly recommend to any family - this place is so worth it, especially for dual-career couples who don't have endless work flexibility. Knowing our child was so well cared for at every age and stage took an immense pressure off of me every day. We look forward to visiting soon!

We've had such a wonderful experience with this preschool! One of the things we appreciate most is…read morethe small class sizes, which really allowed our son to get so much individual attention and support -- especially during his transition from being home with me all day to a school environment. The teachers were incredibly patient, nurturing, and understanding during that adjustment period, which made such a difference for both him and us as parents. We've seen so much growth in his confidence, independence, and social skills since starting here. He comes home excited to share what he learned, the activities he did, and stories about his friends. It's clear the teachers truly care about each child and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere where kids feel safe and supported. We're so grateful to have found a preschool where our son is happy, thriving, and genuinely enjoys going each day. We highly recommend it to any family looking for a nurturing environment with attentive teachers and a strong sense of community.

Our daughter absolutely loves it. The kids-to-teacher ratio is excellent, and the teachers are…read moretruly attentive, kind, and patient. The overall atmosphere is calm and welcoming, which makes drop-offs and pick-ups feel easy. The facility is clean, bright, and well organized. Classrooms are large with lots of interesting toys and activities, and the playground is huge -- perfect for active kids to run and play outside. We're very happy with Amazing Creations and highly recommend it to any parent looking for a safe, caring, and fun place for their child.

We have had a truly wonderful experience at Ocean Family Childcare! Miss Theresa and Miss Lizzie…read moreare caring, respectful, and fun. They genuinely care about the children and their development, and they make learning fun and organic for kids. They create thoughtful, age appropriate curriculum that nurtures curiosity and introduces children to the building blocks of science, life science, math, literature, social-emotional skills, and so much more. Colors, letters, and shapes are introduced naturally through play. Our kids have learned about the life cycles of chickens, butterflies, and silkworms, as well as the life cycle of plants and even harvesting. Communication with parents is excellent. They share day-to-day activities, pictures, and any concerns through the private Baby Connect app. If a child needs extra support, they come up with a plan, discuss it with the parents, and thoughtfully follow through. The kids' days are nicely structured, with planned activities balanced with plenty of free play. We have had both of our kids enrolled here, and they have always loved going to daycare. One of our children has already graduated, and our other child is still attending. Seeing how much they have both grown during their time here has been incredibly special. I also have to mention how they make special occasions truly special! For birthdays, all the kids help bake a cake for the birthday child and have a fun balloon dance party. They celebrate Friendship Day, Diwali, Asian New Year, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas (Polar Express celebration, where the kids drink hot cocoa and pretend to travel to the North Pole). They also take the cutest Halloween and Christmas pictures and share them with the parents. The graduation ceremony was especially touching. They had graduation gowns for the kids and celebrated our daughter's last day so thoughtfully. They have a wonderful way of making every child feel special, celebrated, and loved. I really can't say enough good things about Ocean Family Childcare. This daycare has truly been a second home for our kids, and we feel incredibly fortunate that Miss Theresa and Miss Lizzie have been part of their early years and development. We are so grateful for all the love, care, learning, friendships, and beautiful memories they have given our children. I highly recommend Ocean Family Childcare to any family looking for a warm, nurturing, respectful, and enriching environment for their little ones!

Can't say enough good things about Miss Teresa and Miss Lizzie, they go above and beyond to make…read morechildren feel loved, safe and respected. Their 'learning by doing' approach gets kids excited and learn new things while having fun. We're grateful for their dedicated, loving and respectful approach, i can say that our kids thrived here

Primrose School of Cupertino truly prioritizes quality care and early education. The staff is…read morecollaborative, management is encouraging, and the daily focus on child development makes it a wonderful environment for both teachers and students.

My son recently graduated from the Older Infant classroom to the Young Toddler classroom, and I…read morecouldn't be more grateful for the care he received during this important stage. We enrolled him at 12 months old, knowing he'd be in good hands after having such a positive experience with our older child, who started at Primrose 3 years ago and still attends the school today. Post-pandemic, finding a school that prioritized health and safety was especially important to us. A few things that really stood out during our time in the Older Infant classroom: * Exceptional communication. We received regular updates through the Procare app, and the teachers always took the time to talk with us at pickup about how his day went. If anything seemed out of the ordinary--whether it was teething, mild symptoms, or a change in behavior--they reached out right away and kept us updated throughout the day. That level of communication gave us so much peace of mind. * Individualized care. The teachers took the time to understand our son's food allergies and eczema, followed his care plan carefully, and checked in often. We always felt confident that he was safe, well cared for, and getting the extra attention he needed. * They celebrated every milestone. One of my favorite parts was how excited they were to share his accomplishments with us. From taking his first steps and learning new words to making new friends, they truly felt like our partners in celebrating his growth. * A warm, caring environment. My son is definitely a Velcro baby, so I was nervous about going back to work. The teachers made that transition so much easier, and he quickly formed strong bonds with both his teachers and classmates. Even now that he's moved up to the Young Toddler classroom, he still gets excited to see his old teachers in the hallway, which says so much about the relationships they built with him. A special thank you to Erika, Chinara, Betsy, and all of the support teachers for the love, patience, and care you showed our son every day.

I highly recommend Karen at Cupertino Little Stars. My daughter has been going to daycare here for…read moreover a year now, and she is really flourishing. When our daughter started as an infant, Karen would put her in the outdoor porch swing and sing songs to her and interact with her all day. As our daughter has grown, the interactions have changed of course but never the amount of attention or care. She is a year and a half now and she already knows the entire alphabet as well as her colors, her shapes and literally too many songs to count (with motions - adorable!). She is very verbal and she has a fantastic vocabulary which we credit largely to Karen's care. When we were looking for a daycare, things that were important to us included a safe and loving environment, good communication w/ the provider, value on books, reading and learning and a good amount of outside play. Karen provides all that and so much more to her small group of children at her home. She really goes above and beyond to tailor her care to each individual child. My daughter is a picky eater, for example, and Karen is very aware of that, even making her some special 'veggie bread' so she is getting at least some vegetables in her day! Karen has a large front yard with countless pieces of play equipment for the kids, and they spend hours outside on nice days, which my daughter loves. We could not be happier with the care we receive from Karen at Cupertino Little Stars. Her rates are very reasonable, and you will not find a more caring place for your child!

In the later months of my pregnancy, I began searching for childcare as I could only be off work…read morefor a few months. I had very strict requirements. The ideal would be licensed, in a home environment, with several other children, not too many children that mine would be ignored, loving caretaker, nutritious foods, lots of toys and books, safe home and play areas, great communication, reasonable rates, etc. My husband thought I would never find anybody with my long list; however, I stumbled upon Karen and Cupertino Little Stars. My first day back to work was very hard, yet I felt better knowing that my precious baby was being cared for by Karen. She has been so thoughtful and accommodating. We receive notes each day to let us know how our baby's day was. She will call to check in. With not having much family nearby, Karen ("Nana") is the closest person we have. I am so glad that she is a part of our lives. Our baby is flourishing and thriving because of her help. He is learning educational songs, following along while the bigger children read books, practicing his musical skills, observing "how to behave", and having fun at the same time. While her rates are not the cheapest, I do not care. I know that you "get what you pay for". I only want the best for my baby and the first five years are so important. He enjoys going to Nana's each day as I can tell when he starts to smile as soon as we walk up the driveway. I enjoy knowing that he is well taken care of while I'm at work. It's a comfort level that not many daycare providers can accomplish. I am so very glad there was space for our precious baby when we needed it.