Called multiple times to enroll my daughter and they never followed up with me even though they…read moretold me they'd have someone call me back

Have the utmost respect for their whole team. We had a great experience with the whole program…read more From Ms. Samantha always coordinated and updating the heritage family and always keeping us in the loop. To each and every teacher that we encountered. Our child had a great experience, Ms. Madison and Ms. Udeni are great in their own rights. Not only our they educating your child with a focus on academia, but they also have Greta resources and abilities to assist in the emotional development of the children. Our experience was top notch we were there for three years before going into the public school system. We believe that really helped our child transition smoothly from the academic standards that were expected in public school. We have a great deal of respect and admiration for that team. It is small and welcoming, they had our child enjoy learning and develop a strong foundation for learning. Highly recommend!!

We are very grateful for our experience at Gaowa. The school truly makes each child feel seen,…read morevalued, and supported, and we have clearly seen our daughter's growth both academically and emotionally. Both our daughters' teacher are incredibly loving and dedicated, teaching with care across culture, reading, and mathematics while building confidence and curiosity. We also appreciate the leadership team, who create a warm and inclusive environment by celebrating birthdays, first days, and special milestones, making every child feel important. Gaowa truly feels like a caring community, and we highly recommend it to families looking for a school that genuinely supports children's development and happiness.

Our son has been at Gaowa since he was 18 months old and it was one of the best decisions we made…read morein our parenting journey. The staff has been more than caring, accommodating, and supportive of our son's transition. All the teachers and staff knew his name and I'm truly amazed by how well they got to know my son. He recently just started in primary class and we couldn't have asked for a better transition, the teachers communicate with us through the app and we get lots of pics and updates of his day. Highly recommend Gaowa - a true Montessori and with a very caring staff!

Our son Stanley enrolled in this school at 2 years 3 months and he just turned 3 years old. He…read morebecomes outgoing and love dancing now! He love his teachers Mrs Rose and Mrs Eva and always come back home with a smile! Both of them show their love, care and patience to the children and always make sure my boy is eating well,taking snap and learning happily. There is a positive and encouraging vibe in the class and kids are pretty organized and learning new things everyday. Montessori school is unique. They will arrange learning schedules, including drawing, spelling, counting and even spanish language！After being here for almost a year, my son becomes more self-discipline and he enjoy reading books now! The school hosted Halloween party and invited parents to celebrate together. Kids dressed up to dance,sing and play, which is a memorable experience. We will relocate to other states but would like express our appreciation for Mrs. Eva and Mrs.Rose!

My kids had a very personalized experience at this school. The teachers get to know the children…read morewell & take care of each of them to meet their individual needs. The director is very flexible with make up days and special exceptions as needed. It feels like a little family. My daughter continues to ask to return for visits and drop in days.

We've put both of our kids in ICMA and it's been a solid daycare/Montessori/preschool for our them…read more When we were looking at the different places years ago what made this school stand out was the years of experience all the teachers have. I think all of the teachers have been with the school for at least 10 years, some are probably closer to 20 at this point. I'm not an expert on the Montessori way but, academically, our oldest was more than ready for TK. When she left ICMA she was starting to read, write, and had started basic math. From 18 months all the way up to 4 years old, we've had almost all the teachers and can't recommend them enough. The teachers and staff are accessible if you have questions or want to discuss something and they keep parents in the loop on what's going on with the class.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at ICMA. My son and daughter have both thrived in this…read morenurturing environment. They are happy, they have fun, and they learn - so much that they're coming home teaching ME things! My son started kindergarten elsewhere this year and is beaming with self confidence because of the strong academic foundation ICMA built. The staff truly becomes like family, caring deeply about each child's individual needs. They meet every child where they are, encouraging growth and curiosity in a way that feels natural and joyful. It's clear that they are dedicated to fostering not just academic skills but also a love for learning. We're so thankful that we chose ICMA, and we're excited to still be part of this wonderful community as my daughter has a few more years here. This school has made a lasting impact on our family, and we can't recommend it highly enough!! Stephanie's leadership is great, she's communicative and always goes above and beyond with the biggest smile. And while I can speak lovingly about all the teachers our family has been blessed to have (Ms. Teri, Ms. Bithi, Ms. Aracelia, Ms. Laarni, Ms. Badar, Ms. Murin), EVERY SINGLE TEACHER has been loving, respectful, kind and so very invested in our kids' lives (Ms. Joann, Ms. Lucie, Ms. Laila, Ms. Carla & I hope I am not forgetting anyone). They are the most gracious, maternal teachers and truly God sent.

I want to be very clear: The teachers and on-site staff at Bright Horizons Newport Beach are…read morephenomenal. They are dedicated, professional educators who have been instrumental in my son's development since 2022. My 1-star review is a direct reflection of the Regional and Corporate Leadership, who have proven to be out of touch, rigid, and entirely dismissive of the families they serve. After four years of loyalty and nearly $97,000 in tuition, we were notified on April 3rd that the center is closing permanently on June 26th. Bright Horizons gave families less than 90 days' notice. In the Newport Beach/Costa Mesa area, registration for reputable TK and summer programs closes in February. By the time they told us, we were already locked out of the market. When I reached out to leadership to collaboratively propose a 34-business-day extension to mid-August--to prevent my child from having to endure three different care transitions in six weeks--I was met with canned, corporate jargon. They refused a 7-week "bridge" extension, citing "staffing stability." They essentially admitted that their own HR logistics are more important than the developmental stability of the children. They are willing to leave families stranded in a childcare desert rather than find a creative solution for 34 days of operations. It is heartbreaking to see such wonderful teachers and students treated like line items on a spreadsheet. Bright Horizons markets itself as a "partner" to working parents, but their actions prove otherwise. They are a massive corporation that will pull the rug out from under your family's life with zero regard for local reality. If you are looking for a childcare provider that values long-term partnership and human stability, look elsewhere. The teachers here deserve better, and the families certainly do too. If your company offers this as a "benefit," be careful. Your child's stability is only guaranteed as long as it fits their "business needs."

I'm a first time mom and was FREAKED about leaving my baby with strangers. I'm sure you parents out…read morethere can relate. I toured 6 or 7 care facilities before I found Bright Horizons. It was the first place that felt like home! I needed care for an infant and they had a large open space that was clean and engaging. What really sold me was the tour given by Miss Ally. She listened to my concerns and ensured me that my child's needs would be met. They didn't require drop off at a certain time. Other centers did. They welcomed updates about sleep, temperament, and would adjust their care accordingly. Awesome. We started when my little one was 10 months old. He is now 15 months and loves daycare! They dance, they play, they learn, they do art. All the caregivers are wonderful. The staff answers questions and will even give advice. They have become trusted partners in raising my child. AND they allow me to switch care days if they have availability. This is something other centers don't offer. I am so lucky to have found Bright Horizons. I wanted the best for my little one. And I found it. :)

Deciding on infant care for our newborn son was a hard thing to do, having to give up our child so…read moreyoung was hard for my wife and I. Nobis made it easy, the second we walked in for a tour we saw the kids playing outdoors having so much fun and we knew this was the place! The price is extremely reasonable for the care, attention, activities, and location. Melinda was very easy to work with, when we thought we'd have to start early she was very helpful working with us on a start date. The teachers are all magnificent and we are so grateful for the care our child gets on a daily basis. GO NOBIS!

My toddler has been going here for about 8 months now and she loves it. At drop off she runs with…read moreopen arms to her teachers and she tells us about her friends when she gets home. Nobis is affordable, in a great location, and has knowledgeable staff. They use an app so we are provided with updates about upcoming events and photos of our toddler. They serve breakfast, lunch, and snack daily so it's super helpful that we don't have to plan and pack meals everyday. Director Melinda is really easy to get ahold of and has always been quick to answer any of our questions.

We are so grateful to have found ICMA for our sons (ages 1 and 3). The quality of care they receive…read moreis phenomenal. In the daycare, they diligently log everything via an app and send photos of the baby playing happily. They have music development and lots of educational Montessori toys. The women working there are so happy and kind, and clearly care a lot about all of the children. They have great ratios of caregivers to babies and whenever we do drop off, it's clear the babies all feel safe and are (reasonably) calm. They are baby magicians - our son slept better at school than at home for naps! They have been great about letting us know about any issues (rashes, bumps) and have been incredibly kind about his food allergies. They have been very diligent to protect our son and were amazingly inclusive for the class party to make sure he would be safe. We know our baby is in amazing hands! Our preschool age son also has a lot of fun at school. They have been very patient with him as our potty-trained child suddenly refused to go to the bathroom. Ms. Ramirez spends one-on-one time with each child to ensure they are learning. It's great to see the Montessori techniques in action as they work on math and shapes! The admin is highly communicative and also kind and very creative. Mrs. Teel regularly hosts fun seasonal events for the kids which they all enjoy. It's a lot to manage a daycare and a school, and she makes it look effortless. It's amazing to me what a wonderful community she's built and our family is so grateful to be a part of it.

As a mother, entrusting your infant to a daycare is one of the hardest things you do. You tell…read moreyourself they'll be safe. I wish that had been true for us. We enrolled our 10-month-old daughter here, and within two months she came home with a fractured arm. The school said nothing when we picked her up -- just a vague mention of her being fussy. It wasn't until our pediatrician took X-rays that we learned the truth. What broke my heart wasn't just the injury -- it was her first birthday spent in a cast. As her mother, I will never forget that. When we asked for answers, there was no security footage to review because the cameras had apparently been removed months earlier. No accountability. No transparency. Nothing. Four years later I still think about it. I hope this school has since made real changes -- better vetted teachers, cameras restored, and proper incident reporting. Every child deserves that. Every mother deserves to feel her baby is truly safe. I'm posting this because I'd want another mom to warn me.

Best thing I ever did! Everyone is so sweet there and so helpful. They guided me and helped me…read morethrough my journey in getting my son in school and giving him extra guidance for he lacked social skills and language. I guarantee you that you will feel happy,safe and forever more grateful for each person that works there. They update you with photo's throughout the day very attentive to email's and messages via their app. When I was desperate for child care since my job wasn't going to be remote anymore They took us in and made it work. I went through a financial crisis and they never turned us down and helped us to get financial relief and directed us to the right people to give my JJ the extra support he needed. Till this day we miss them dearly and we hold them very close to our hearts JJ has become more talkative and has managed to learn how to engage with others. They treat you just like family and are willing to go above and beyond happy tears come each time I think of them because thanks to them we accomplished alot and held our hand through each process

I feel very strongly that ACP has made such a huge and positive impact on my children's early…read moredevelopment....if I could give 6 stars I would. We enrolled my oldest child after moving in 2019 and the teachers made the transition seamless. At this point, 3 of my kids have gone (or are going) to pre-school here. The remodel of the backyard and playground, the fun learning centers in the classroom, the thoughtful ways they encourage the children to play and learn, I've been super impressed and couldn't be happier. My kids are always excited to go to school and see their teachers and friends - and they really have learned important life lessons (whole body listening, respect for themselves and others, empathy, how to be flexible). It puts my mind at ease to know they are learning and growing at school and will be prepared to rock it going in to elementary school! I can't recommend ACP enough!

Carden Hall has been such a gift to our family. Our oldest daughter started there in 2016 and…read moregraduated in 2025 and we currently have both a daughter and a son enrolled. We couldn't be more thankful for the role this school has played in their lives. Carden Hall lives up to being an island of good. The focus isn't just on academics but on shaping the whole child... strong character and confidence, That kind of environment is rare and it shows in the students. When our daughter moved on to high school it was clear how well prepared she was. She had a solid academic foundation strong study habits and the confidence to handle new situations. That preparation was from the care and consistency of her teachers at Carden Hall. They know these kids so well, support them, and want them to succeed both in and out of the classroom. As parents that kind of genuine investment means everything. We feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the Carden Hall community

Teacher is overwhelmed, all the TIME overwhelmed students go around the overwhelmed teacher she…read morescreams im overwhelmed! And the overwhelming overwhelmed students gets more overwhelmed from the overwhelming homework teacher gets overwhelmed and overstimulated from the overwhelming homework that they need to overhwlemingly grade

Although my son has transferred to another school, but I know I still owe them a good review. My…read moreson is a very special child, and we tried many so-called "popular schools" in the area before, but I later discovered that this school was the best. Irvine Montessori is his first school, because of our good experience, we transferred to Newport Montessori after we went to lots of other schools. If you want your child to grow up in a safe, kind, and loving environment, this is the best choice. My son used to have problems at other schools. He didn't want to go to school in the morning, and he had trouble getting along with his friends. He even liked to push other children. But for some reason, after coming to this school, all his bad behavior disappeared. He was happy to go to school every day. He made many friends at school. Every day when he went to school, many classmates would come and hug him. This was completely the opposite of how he had been described as a monster at other schools. Later I realized that it all depended on the kind teachers in this school. Because of their kindness, every child was taught to treat everyone with kindness. Ms Angela, Ms Emily even his previous teacher Ms Everly. They all so kind. Of course, there are many other kind teachers as well. I would even say that the school owner is really good at hiring; everyone here is kind. Because of my previous experience, you can't imagine how grateful I am to this school. My son has had a truly enjoyable time here. I feel so relaxed. All the anxiety I used to have is gone. Don't assume that just because they aren't as famous as other schools, their academics are inferior. I personally witnessed their professors providing one-on-one academic instruction, something that other schools don't seem to offer. I'm not good at leaving positive reviews. But I feel I have to give them a good review, just to put my mind at ease. Thank you Newport Montessori! If they have an elementary program , we would definitely stay here !

I want to acknowledge that the teachers at this school were exceptional, and even some of the…read moredirectors stood out for their dedication and care. Unfortunately, I can only give this school one star because, over the four years my children were here, I witnessed multiple disturbing incidents where the owner and directors engaged in heated verbal arguments on campus--resulting in at least two directors quitting. The hostile work environment fostered by the owner seems to have caused significant anxiety among the staff, leading to a high turnover rate that ultimately harms the children who form strong attachments to their teachers. As a parent, stability is my top priority when choosing a preschool, which is why I made the difficult decision to pull my children out. If you're looking for a school that operates like a family--a place where employees are valued and the well-being of the staff and students is prioritized--this is not that place. It's deeply concerning that, even after speaking with parents who had children here nearly a decade ago, it seems the same issues persist. In a time when we have the power to choose where to spend our money, I cannot in good conscience support a business that treats its employees so poorly. I sincerely hope the school ownership changes.