Our daughter has been part of the Community Seedlings family for just a couple of months, and it…read morehas been a wonderful experience. The teachers are incredibly caring, loving, and truly engaged with the children. A special thank you to Miss Fairy, Miss Melissa, and Miss Phoebe--they are absolutely amazing and have made such a positive impact on our daughter. We toured more than 50 preschools before choosing Community Seedlings, and no other school had such an incredible outdoor space. The backyard and the amount of outdoor playtime the children get are outstanding. It's a healthy, active, and happy environment for kids. We are genuinely sad to leave. The only reason we're leaving is because of the long commute. Otherwise, we would have happily stayed. I highly recommend Community Seedlings to any family looking for a loving preschool with amazing teachers and a fantastic environment for children.

Unbelievable care and attention for each child, always new things to discover and experience…read moreeveryday. They really support friendships and socialization, communicate very well with parents. Kids are consistently so happy here. Couldn't imagine a better place for my kid to begin her school adventures!

My daughter has been here since she was 2.5 and will graduate from TK this year at 5 years old. My…read moreson will start at 24 months. I love everyone and everything about GRATITUDE. Expect kindness, community, and friendships from the staff and expect your child to grow and learn in more ways that you think. I love this school!

We love this school! From the initial call, tour, to the first day of school, the director and…read morestaff have been incredibly sweet, professional, and very caring. Also love the curriculum. It's play based but really cool ways to learn. It's very hands on, and I love it. Our three year old loves his teacher, Ms. Canepa . She is so attentive, always says hello to my son as soon as he walks in the classroom , and truly cares for him. She is also very attentive and creates such fun learning activities! What we really love about the school is how it's outside play learning which works so well for my son. He enjoys outside time and it's so great that they do this for a good amount of time. I also love how they communicate via sending photos and videos through an app which makes it nice to see what my son is doing each day at school. It's a great school, and has been a good fit for our family.

My daughter recently started attending The Goddard School for half-day mornings a couple of times a…read moreweek. We were looking for some social interaction and a gentle introduction to preschool, and this has been such a wonderful experience. Mrs. Bertha, Mrs. Sarahi, and the entire toddler room staff are absolutely amazing. Within a short time, my daughter went from crying at drop-off to excitedly running straight to Mrs. Bertha when we arrive. She now looks forward to her mornings at school with no tears and an easy goodbye. I toured several places before choosing Goddard. While it may not be the biggest or newest facility, what stood out to me immediately was how happy and genuinely joyful the staff seemed. Everyone was smiling and clearly loved being with the kids; that warm, caring atmosphere is exactly what we were looking for. I highly recommend checking out The Goddard School to see if it's the right fit for your family.

My daughter has been going to Goddard since we moved down to San Clemente in 2025. We feel so lucky…read moreto have found such a caring and nurturing place for her to learn and socialize with her peers. Since starting at Goddard, we have noticed our daughter's confidence, language, and social skills grow exponentially. As a teacher, I recognize and appreciate the developmentally appropriate lesson plans and materials available to the students. The classrooms are always clean and tidy and there is ample outdoor time for the children as well. Perhaps one of the greatest advantages of Goddard San Clemente are the SMALL class sizes - no more than 12 students per class with up to 2 teachers (depending on the ages of the students). The small class size has allowed my daughter to make personal and trusting relationships with her teachers and peers. Lastly, I want to give a special shoutout to the talented leadership at Goddard - Ms. Anu & Ms. Theresa. Together, these two work collaboratively and tirelessly to ensure that the school is running safely and efficiently. As a parent, they are always responsive to my questions and feedback and take the time to know each and every child on a personal level. I highly recommend that you take a tour of Goddard San Clemente so that you can experience everything I have described and see if it is the right fit for you and your family!

We found Pacific at exactly the right time. I was very nervous about my daughter starting school…read morebecause she had always been with my mom (Grandma) while I was at work. We had tried one school-like experience for a brief two weeks that did not go well and had a pretty big impact on her, so I went into our tour at Pacific open-minded but definitely not optimistic. That completely changed after meeting the Director, Miss Dina. I left the tour feeling like my daughter would be in excellent hands and, more importantly, that she would be supported and guided in the areas where she needed it most. Fast forward more than a year, and she has completed preschool and is now in Early Kindergarten. I am so grateful for the staff at Pacific and the experience she has had here. I can go to work every day knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and being given the space to grow at her own pace. I especially have to recognize Miss Sapna. She helped my daughter work through her school anxiety, make friends, find her confidence, and truly learn to love school. Seeing that change in her has meant so much to our family. We are looking forward to having our son start in January too!

I cannot emphasize enough the level of satisfaction I have from head to toe with this school…read more Everything here makes you feel like your child is #1. Small class sizes, teachers and staff specifically educated in child development. Every single thing has been thought out and perfected. Every adult there knows the name of each child. The list goes on and on. Would highly recommend to anyone

Choosing a preschool is one of the biggest decisions you'll make as a parent, and after having two…read morechildren attend Pacific Preschool's San Elijo Hills campus, I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions we've made. Our oldest started at Pacific during COVID, which was an especially stressful time to be a new parent. I was also pregnant with our second son, so finding a preschool where we felt completely comfortable and supported meant everything. Even during such an uncertain season, the staff created a warm, consistent, and loving environment that gave us so much peace of mind. We always felt that our son was safe, cared for, and genuinely known by his teachers. Fast forward a few years, and now our youngest is enrolled at the same school. It's been so special returning as a family and seeing familiar faces. There's something incredibly comforting about a school where the teachers remember your family and truly invest in your children's growth over the years. One thing I've always appreciated is how closely the teachers partner with parents. They've helped us navigate everything from separation anxiety to developmental milestones with kindness, patience, and great communication. As working parents, having dependable childcare is important, but what we've found at Pacific Preschool is so much more than that. It's a place where our boys have been encouraged, celebrated, and loved. I'd also like to give a special thank you to Jessica, the director. Her leadership has helped create a culture that feels welcoming, organized, and genuinely family-centered. You can tell she cares deeply about both the children and the staff, and it shows in the positive atmosphere throughout the school. Watching our oldest successfully transition into elementary school with confidence, and now seeing our youngest thrive in the same nurturing environment, has only reinforced how grateful we are that we chose Pacific Preschool. If you're looking for a preschool where your child will be cared for by people who truly love what they do, I highly recommend the San Elijo Hills location.

10/10! We had the best experience at Pacific Prep- referred by our Pediatrician since his kids come…read morehere and if it's good enough for our doctor, good enough for us right?! Our daughter learned so much here in Mrs. Christy and Mrs. Nancy's class room 3. The facilities are clean, warm, welcoming, and addressed concerns promptly. Ms. Lindsey principal is also fantastic. My daughter starts TK this year and is so prepared and LOVES school. Can't thank you again for making our girls 1st school experience a success!!

We enrolled my 2 year old at Sunshine Montessori about a month ago. We recently bought a home in…read moreRMV and were looking for a new preschool in the area. I have been so impressed with how the school is run and it feels like a family vibe. Stacey the director cares so much about the school, families and students. When I walked into the school I instantly knew it was what we were looking for. The pricing is affordable compared to other preschools and I'm so glad we enrolled. It's in a quiet neighborhood next to the mission. The teachers are kind, knowledgeable and help the children thrive in a Montessori environment. We were not specifically looking for a Montessori but that was an added bonus with the emphasis on STEAM.

I am so excited about SJC Montessori and Steam opening in San Juan Capistrano! The teachers and…read moredirector are kind and professional, and the curriculum is perfect for curious children who want more than just a daycare. I love how they follow the Montessori idea of "following the child" while encouraging them to explore science and learning.

This KinderCare is amazing! I have nothing but positive things to say. The teachers are wonderful,…read morethe director and assistant director go above and beyond to make sure everything is okay and to help! With them being close to North Pendleton it is convenient as a military family! Hours are super accommodating, and childcare aware is a great resource for tuition. Food is included in tuition! My daughter absolutely loves this school, everyday she is so excited to put on her shoes and backpack. I knew we made the right choice when she runs to the door with a smile. Highly recommend this center as a choice for your child!

The best option around. They truly hit all the bases here and care for your child. It takes a lot…read moreof patience, love, compassion, and creativity to shape tiny minds and fragile hearts . Kindercare does the best they can with the resources they are given. The teacher turn over rate is a little high, which is unfortunate but it genuinely does not steer from the care of your child. The location of this facility is unmatched. Their summer/holiday programs, hours, food schedules, extra activities, communication, and nap set up are wonderful . They always apply spf (at your request) you will never see your child with a sunburn. We have two children here, for over 2+ years in attendance. Thank you KiNdercaRe beacon Hill teachers and staff for all that you do!

Great teachers and staff. So happy with my daughter's progress and experiences. Miss Mariam and…read moreMiss Anna are helping to create a new class of future leaders and achievers.

I really think that finding an amazing school for your kids feels like one of the holy grails of…read moreparenting. And MBMA truly is it. Hear me out -- I feel extra qualified to make this bold statement Bc we've tried it all. I read all the books and blogs about how to best support my firstborn when I had to go back to work full time (and you've probably felt the same agony about nannies vs au pairs vs daycares). We did the nann(ies) route for a while but it's honestly just hard to find the perfect person. We then decided to look for a daycare and I feel like I toured all the ones possible to find in laguna beach (where we lived at that time). Again, I felt like I had to compromise on kind of major issues (one place tried to sell me on how important playing in literal dirt is for kids and others had frazzled teachers) but I was getting desperate. We decided on a place but after weeks of my son coming home covered in all that dirt, I realized that I was paying way too much money to be this disgruntled. I spread out my search and found MBMA a decade ago. And it is perfect for us. The teachers truly love my kids (and it's not just lip service; we can all can feel it). The space is a Montessori (and IG) dream in its simplicity, airiness, cleanliness, and peace. They have a perfect mixture of independence and loving nurturing. And it feels safer than a lot of other schools bc of their security systems/fence. We've had all 3 of our boys attend and couldn't be happier. I rave about this place to pretty much everyone I meet:). Let's face it -- it's not easy to find a place you can recommend this highly and all parents who need help with childcare realize that who you are entrusting your child's day/education/upbringing (they see them almost as often as us!) too is critically important. They're amazing and have all my gratitude bc I can go to work and know my children are in the best hands.