It's such a bittersweet moment for me as we say goodbye to what has truly been the best preschool…read more Both of my children started their journey here--my daughter, who is now 7, and today was my son's very last day. Leaving is incredibly emotional because this place has always felt like family. From the amazing teachers to the wonderful management and the kindest owner, every single person here has been so caring, welcoming, understanding, and supportive. The love, attention, and education they provide are simply unmatched. If you're looking for a preschool where your children will be genuinely loved, nurtured, and cared for like family, this is the place. I will miss you all so much, but I know this isn't really goodbye. I've made lifelong friends here, and I had to get all the teachers' contact information because I couldn't imagine not staying in touch. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for loving my children, believing in them, and giving them the most beautiful start in life. We will always be grateful

They stole our deposit and refused to refund during Covid. We never started at the school. They…read moreshutdown a week after we paid the deposit.

We definitely wish we signed our son up here sooner. Our son has learned so much and the small…read moreclass size allows our son the extra help when needed. They provide a loving environment and I drop off my son daily knowing he will be cared for and will learn. Everyone knows our son my name and he always loves to tell us about his day. They have farm animals (a pig and a tortoise) but the pig is not for play but the tortoise the kids get to feed. If you're on the fence, please give Country Village a chance. Thank you Ms. Jennifer, Ms. Yuta, and Ms, Mary I will be sad once our son leaves for Kindergarten

I am so glad that we found Country Village! When we enrolled Onyx he was speaking very little. It…read morewas also very hard to get him to follow directions. He has been in Ms. Sucell's class for five months now and it's like he's a completely different child. He has grown his vocabulary so much, he is following directions much easier and he loves saying his ABCs, numbers and reading books. Their staff is amazing Miss Jutta and Miss Baja were so patient with him because he used to cry when it was time to go into school. They calmed my mind and assured me that this was a normal part of the transition and sure enough he quickly began walking into school without tears. Ms Jennifer is always sending me pictures and I love that! I also love that they take temperatures at the door every morning and I have no idea how they get Onyx to wear his mask but every day he comes out with it on! They are child whisperers :) I couldn't have chosen a better school to help develop our Onyx!

My son thrived the moment we switched him to Fulbright Academy. After years of struggling in…read moretraditional classrooms, he found what he needed here: teachers who see him as an individual learner, hands-on work that actually holds his attention, and a genuine culture of critical thinking instead of rote performance. Ms. Cherish and the team don't just teach--they coach. My son went from dreading school to running toward the door in the morning. This microschool model isn't flashy, but it's what we should have found years ago. I notice a lot of 1 star looking at some old reviews- there was a change of leadership a couple of years back and the new Director, Ms. Maha is amazing. She is always there in the morning to welcome all the kids with a warm smile and greeting. She is very involved with the community and runs a tight ship. You can tell she genuinely cares about her students and her staff and I think that's what has made a difference with our experience.

My daughter attended here for their elementary program and absolutely thrived. You're not only…read moregoing to get superior education but you are joining a family. A family, spear headed by the lovely Ms. Maha, that will have you and your child's best interest, both in school and out. Ms. Cherish is AMAZING. She knows how to teach in a way where my daughter was confident and wanted to come home and share what she was learning every single day. That speaks volumes in terms of a different montessori she used to attend. She is attentive to your child's specific needs, both educationally and personally, and to be honest I could not have asked for anyone better to help guide my daughter throughout her upper elementary education.

Our child was enrolled into Ms Arti and Ms Hasseini's classroom when she was 5. She had moved from…read moreanother Montessori school traumatized by a teachers old school strictness. We had known 2 families from different Montessori's that had moved their older kids 6 years ago because of similar experiences and they thrived here. We had a similar transition, it was seamless and a big relief for us. Both teachers are very nurturing, caring and assertive. She was happy, peaceful,excelled and was excited to go back to school. We couldn't be happier for her. Ms Prerna and Richa ensure a nurturing environment here. Staff takes every feedback seriously with good follow up on issues brought. I loved that they offered - learning the basics of 3 languages as part of their weekly curriculum. (Spanish mandarin and Hindi) - the kinder room got them on working on creative projects and presentations. - they had field trips to the park - their summer program was fun too ! They made smoothies, learnt about bugs, had a carnival, movie day etc - food is offered at a reasonable price. A menu on the offerings are given every month, u can choose what days food could be bought. Most of the food is bought from Costco, rice is made onsite and pizza is ordered from the plaza they are located For extra fees they exposed them to classes that saved us time on car rides! - yoga, teacher is excellent fun and loving - Bollywood dance class! - sports teacher that exposes them to different sports. As an occupational therapist I love their program and their environment. They celebrate the silliness and fun with gentle structured care that fosters both academic and social emotional growth. Inspired by Ms Arti and Ms Hasseini my child wants to be a teacher! That in itself is the highest praise. Highly recommend this school! Grateful for businesses like this that have the heart and skill set! Thank you Scholarshine! We are forever grateful.

We love this school. But what matters most is that our daughter loves this school even more. She…read moreenjoyes coming in to play and learn. This place has been great for her development and growth. Thank you Miss. Geetha and everyone that consistently go out of your way to make this place great

All my chikdren have attended Guidepost Montessori since a very young age. We have had the…read morewonderful opportunity to meet great teachers who are not only experienced but passionate for the Montessori method. My youngest son just started in the Nido program and I know that he is in great and loving hands. Ms Abby and her team are very nurturing, experienced and caring towards the infants. I can go to work in peace knowing that my son is not only cared for with love but is also in an environment that is truly focused on the Montessori philosophy starting as early as infant age. Love the Guides! love the prepared environment!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Guidepost Montessori in Foothill Ranch. This has been…read moresuch a special place for our family and a huge part of our son's early growth and development. We started our son here when he was just 6 months old, and as a first time mom who is naturally very anxious, I was incredibly nervous about leaving him. I worried about everything. From day one, the guides took the time to get to know not just our son, but us as parents too. As time went on and as I built relationships with the team, my confidence grew because of the care, communication, and trust they created. Ms. Abi and her team have been absolutely incredible. Ms. Abi has been amazing at helping guide us through our son's milestones and development, always offering reassurance, insight, and support. Every single guide we have interacted with has shown genuine love and care for our son. Ms. Abi, Ms. Michelle, Ms. Marianna, Ms. Dora and so many others always took the time to give thoughtful updates about our son's day, which meant the world to us. Our son truly loves it here. He lights up every time we pull up to the building and is excited to see everyone inside. Knowing how happy and comfortable he was made all the difference for us. We are heartbroken to be leaving, only because we are moving out of state. This community has meant so much to our family, and we will always be grateful for the role they played in our son's early life. Thank you to everyone at Guidepost Foothill Ranch for creating such a warm, nurturing, and supportive environment. We will miss you all so much.

I put in a request to schedule a tour of the school…read more Because I answered "everyone" to a question about who would be masked in the "ideal" circumstance, I received a two sentence email thanking me for my interest and telling me they are a "mask free school." Never mind the fact that I was not insisting on masks and merely answered a question about what would be ideal. Not to mention, I didn't mean that this should be a year round policy--only if and when necessary. They didn't even ask if I had questions that might address any concerns, or if I would even like to tour the school and learn about the program. In my opinion, this is unprofessional. Not sure why I was treated this way.

Where do I even begin...this is by far the best school that my daughter has ever attended. The…read morestaff and children are as wonderful as can be and the school philosophy is one of a kind. My daughter THRIVED thanks to the teachers and structure taught here. We have since moved to Northern California and there really isn't a day that goes by that my daughter doesn't tell my husband and I that she misses her friends and teachers. We plan on visiting every chance we get

My son Lukas Clark went to Bella Montessori since he was 19 months and we just loved it! Everyone…read morewere wonderful. When he was young he connected right away very well with Mrs Eman and he felt like she was family. She took good care of Lukas since day one, I trusted her when I had to travel for work and Lukas still talk about how he likes Mrs Eman and he is now 6 years old. Valerie & Lukas Clark

My baby started daycare a few weeks ago at Bella Montessori and I can tell you this was the best…read moredecision ever! The Teachers (such as Ms. Iman, Ms. Jenny) are so loving, you can tell they really care so much about all of the children and also for the parents. The Admin Team (such as Ms. Simina, Ms. Alexandra, Ms. Ildy, Ms. Stefanie) are very personable and kind - they always make time to talk to you and answers any questions. You can tell that everyone here loves their jobs. The facility itself is also beautiful, clean, and organized. Plus, there is also a big indoor gymnasium for the children to run around and play. I am so happy that my baby will get to spend many years here and be surrounded by such wonderful people.

We have had such a wonderful experience with Heritage Montessori daycare and are so grateful for…read morethe care, effort, and thoughtfulness that goes into the program. Ms. Karla is incredibly helpful, organized, and hardworking as the director, and it really shows in the way everything is planned and communicated. The teachers are very involved with the children and are hands-on with activities, which makes the environment feel warm, engaging, and supportive. One of the things we really appreciate is the strong focus on educational activities. The children get to do many crafts and special projects, but what stands out is that the crafts always seem to have an educational touch behind them. We have seen other daycares where crafts are more generic or less focused, so it is very nice to see activities that are both fun and meaningful for the kids. The daycare also offers many great extra options for families, including book club, early drop-off, and afternoon care, which makes the program very convenient and flexible. There are also lots of extra special activities, and we love seeing the creative projects the kids bring home. The facility itself is beautifully decorated and has a charming artistic, homestead feel that gives it a lot of character. Another highlight has been the weekly video recaps. Seeing the kids participate in activities throughout the week is so wonderful and gives parents a special window into their day. We also really appreciate that the daycare advocates for and emphasizes no screen time for the children, which has been such a positive and refreshing part of the program. Overall, this is a caring, creative, and well-run daycare, and we are very thankful for everything they do for the children.

The best decision we ever made to join our little kid to HMS lake forest. He was just two when we…read morestarted and Ms.Tamara was his first teacher, she has that warmth and kindness to her that you cannot ask for a better first teacher to your kid ever. Ms.Maryam was his second teacher and she is the perfect combo of challenge, education and play, my kid started reading letter sounds and words at just 3 years old and makes friends wherever he goes, all thanks to this amazing school. They have introduced every festival there to these little munchkins by celebrating one every month, we loved celebrating and learning so many different cultures.

Our son started at this daycare shortly after turning one, and the transition was much smoother…read morethan we ever expected. From the very beginning, he adapted quickly and happily. Every day when we pick him up, he's in a great mood, and it's clear that he genuinely enjoys his time there. In fact, after being away for a while, he actually misses his teachers, which says so much. The two teachers, Mandy and Danni are incredibly caring, attentive, and responsible. You can truly feel how closely they observe and care for each individual child. For parents, that level of attention and thoughtfulness makes a huge difference. The activities the school organizes are also wonderful -- engaging, age-appropriate, and thoughtfully designed. Our son is often fully focused and immersed, which is not easy for toddlers at this age. We highly recommend this daycare to other families. It gives us so much peace of mind knowing our child is happy, well cared for, and engaged, especially during the workday when we need to stay focused. We feel very grateful to have found this place.

My son has been to this school for about 4 years. He started when he was 2 years old. He had so…read moremuch fun and love from the teachers there. They have creative classes and fun activities designed for different age groups. The teachers are very patient and always keep parents up to date. Now, he is going to kindergarten but he still goes there after school hours and summer winter breaks.

Our child has been attending the Children's Courtyard Lake Forest since he was 4 months old. The…read moreteachers take incredible care of him. He is excited at drop off and is still happy at pick up. They read, play, and make sure that all of his needs are met. The strict security standards provide us a lot of peace and comfort. The teachers are great at sending us updates throughout the day of what our child is up to and the fun events they are hosting on campus. We look forward to seeing our child continue to grow and develop at the Children's Courtyard.

My daughter enjoyed coming here. She had a great group of kids she loved to play with, and it was…read moreencouraging to see her make friends where we sent her. My son was miserable. He hated being dropped off and would show an urgency anytime I came to pick him up. This wasn't his first experience with daycare either. At his previous school, he never had an issue with being dropped off. A large part of my frustration with this school and our experience is that many of the staff don't seem well equipped to work with kids or know how to manage age-appropriate behaviors. The school's app allows you to see video footage of your kids throughout the day, and I saw one of the older teachers (Teacher Juielta) in my sons class yank a toddler by the arm. I witnessed that same teacher grab a kid by the face and yell at him. If I'm watching this happen to other kids, using the system they encourage parents to use, it was most likely happening to my son too. From what I gathered from parents who still take their kids there, that teacher is still working in that classroom. This kind of behavior towards toddlers is unacceptable. I couldn't keep my son in that classroom as I watched his peers get manhandled by an older teacher. There was also an very explicit tension between some of the staff that was unprofessional and inappropriate. It was common to hear and witness staff yelling at each other over their walkie-talkies, staff who would blatantly ignores questions or requests from other staff, and at one point an argument occurred in front of kids that forced me and some other parents to bring it up to leadership. We only attended the school for 3 months and we fortunately were able to take our kids somewhere else! I would give this a 1 out of 5 staffs but there were a couple of positive things about the school that I just couldn't ignore. Pros: the kids and families we met; Teachers Jo and JoJo were great to partner with when working with my kids. Cons: accountability for complaints of staff, immature interactions between staff in front of kids, and abusive behaviors towards toddlers.