My kiddo started here when he was 2 1/2 and will be there until he starts TK in the fall. He has…read moreloved it there and so have I. The supportive staff are great to work with and I truly feel like my child is the best individual he can be as a result of being there. He is thoughtful and kind, waits his turn, shares, and is a joy to be around. The many works they have are as interesting as they are educational. I can't recommend Midtown highly enough. The teachers and staff here are astounding and I'm forever grateful to them.

I am forever grateful to the teachers at this school. My son thrived. The teachers took the time to…read morediscuss things with parents. The teachers are overwhelmingly patient and kind with the kids. I've never seen anything like it. There is NOTHING you would regret about enrolling your child in this school. The kids learn to garden, fold laundry, clean up messes, make bread and many many other things. They learn manners, hot to greet people and introduce themselves, body safety etc. match, language, all the things. I am forever grateful to have been apart of this school community.

I can not speak highly enough of this gem of a preschool. I tried for two years to get my son in…read moreand finally there was an opening. It's a magical place without a doubt. Their classroom is in a yurt in the middle of an epic garden. They have animals, they cook, they sew, they do art, they have puppet shows, they garden and more imaginative play than you'd think possible. It is a play based preschool which we LOVED. Fantastic ratio of 12 students to 2 OUTSTANDING teachers, Miss Jamie and Miss Jackie. They both have extensive backgrounds in education and teach with such love and respect of each child. My son was upset when it wasn't a school day and now that he's in kindergarten, he misses the school and his sweet teachers SO much. So do I!! They really create a community for both the students and their families. We signed up our daughter as soon as we realized what a gift this school is. She will be starting next year and we can't wait to get back!

I wish I still lived in Santa Cruz so my third kiddo could go here too. My sons still have fond…read morememories of this preschool. I also love how they made keepsake books at the end of the year with art my boys did throughout the year as well as photos of them engaged in play activities. Those books are as special to me as baby books and photo albums. The enriching outdoor activities and small class sizes are also big selling points. This preschool makes me miss Santa Cruz so much and I moved away almost four years ago. When I think of home I think of the Bagelry, staff of life, shoppers corner, zoccolis, and hidden treasures.

Academics and teachers are top notch. Administration is good, can't imagine a school would be run…read moreany better. However, your experience here is very dependent on your situation going into the school. There is a lot of affluence here as you can imagine, and you'll be exposed to that as parents, and your kid will as well. For most of the parents and kids at the school, its a world they are comfortable with. For those not in that circle, you will quickly realize that it's not your circle...and your kid will too. Towards the end of our time here, our daughter was old enough to understand these things, and that was very disappointing to us. It's a private school with all that it entails; that needs to be understood before deciding on sending your child here. While a good school, it's not for everyone.

Dear readers, as an individual who attended this school in the past, I must honestly express that I…read morefind it to be an unsatisfactory investment for your child's education. My time at SCM was quite extensive, but I eventually transferred to another institution due to the persistent issue of bullying, which remained prevalent from 1st to 6th grade without any effective intervention from the school administration. During my time in 6th grade, I endured both physical and mental bullying to such an extent that it necessitated my admission to a Mental Health Hospital for various reasons. Shockingly, the three girls responsible for this reprehensible behavior faced no consequences, resulting in me missing out on my graduation day and celebration due to their actions. This unfortunate reality extended to my friend as well, as he was also targeted and compelled to switch schools. Moreover, it is important to note that I am autistic and suffer from a chronic illness that causes severe pain when walking or running. Regrettably, the school disregarded my condition and failed to provide any support or accommodation during times of autistic meltdowns. I found their indifference towards my physical and emotional struggles disheartening and disconcerting. When I requested alternative activities during physical education classes to alleviate my chronic pain, the school administration threatened to involve my parents, rather than understanding and addressing my health concerns with compassion and empathy. In terms of education, I observed a significant emphasis on the subjects in which students demonstrated proficiency, while minimal effort was made to help students struggling in other areas. This unbalanced approach hindered overall academic growth and development. In conclusion, my personal experience at this school was largely negative, and I believe there are superior educational establishments available. However, it is essential to recognize that individual experiences may vary, and some individuals might find benefit in this environment. Regardless, I urge prospective parents and students to exercise caution and carefully consider their options before making a decision.

We really appreciate the MCS community and would definitely recommend it. Our son has been…read moreattending MCS for 2 years, starting in the Nido room when he was almost 1. He's since moved up through the toddler room and is now in the primary/ preschool community. Our new baby will be starting there this January. Our son is thriving and remains consistently challenged and nurtured. The leads in his classrooms have been wonderful, showing a genuine interest in his development. Our son had a few normal but difficult behavioral challenges in the last few months when our second son arrived and the leads and staff have responded with grace and care, working with us to support our son. The space and setting is also beautiful!

All three of my kids have attended and some still do. They started at their Nido program and have…read moregone through (or still are) Toddler and Primary. The guides and aides are and have been loving and caring towards my children. Furthermore, they have helped provide more than simply a nice place to play and have fun. My kids have learned lots of skills that have translated to home and academics. They have helped support our kids in aspects of life we may have been working on at home (i.e. napping, toileting, and the like). My kids enjoy going and I feel good about sending them there.

Really happy with Ms.Cheryl, Jacquelyn and team! Our little one is learning a lot - becoming very…read moreindependent. We appreciate the teachers here.

Alyssa, the director, is an energetic, collaborative, compassionate teacher and leader. Teachers…read moreget a real treat to work with her and the lovely environment she has created.

Mindy is a master teacher and one of the most committed Montessorians I've met in my 15+ years…read moreworking in Montessori schools. She is also a Montessori trainer and provides tuition support for her teachers who demonstrate commitment and passion for becoming a fully accredited Montessori teacher.

I have to say I was unsure about sending my first child to daycare / school and wanted to quit my…read morejob stay home with her. That said, I am now confident that she is learning much more and getting more attention than I could ever provide. The staff and teachers have all been amazing and super friendly. Our daughter is happy to see them when we drop her off in the morning. She comes home and does and says things that she learned in "school" and seems genuinely happy to be there. She has little friends in class and is slowly depleting the school sandbox via here little baby shoes. On the COVID front, I really believe and trust Mindy (owner) and all her staff are taking this with the upmost seriousness and thought out planning. They seem to always be cleaning things and updating policies per new info. Overall strong endorsement for Quail Hollow and all their staff p.s. daughter is in the 6m to 2y class starting at 9m

We love Children's Preschool Santa Cruz. The staff is warm and helpful, particularly for new comer…read more(sad tears gave way to smiles quickly). Our kiddo loves going to school, and we are happy to have such a great option in our neighborhood.

I can not say enough good things about this preschool. Seneka and Krishanie are so loving and…read morecaring. My son attended for 3 years prior to starting kindergarten and he was always met by loving, caring, and helpful care. Thank you!

After hearing how difficult it is to get kids in to childcare, we got our son on the waiting list…read moresuper early and paid $2096 for a spot a year in advance. When we were able to get in sooner elsewhere (five months prior to our start date with little acorns), they refused to give us our money back due to the "non-refundable deposit". I guess we should've known or expected this but still it seems like a ridiculous policy. They will have plenty of time to fill his spot and now we are out 2K. Moral of the story... don't give them a deposit

We couldn't speak more highly of the wonderful care we received over the past two years at little…read moreacorns. The teachers are warm, well educated, caring and so fun! The school is clean and bright. We were so impressed with the sweet touches: birthday circles, parent/teacher meetings, graduation ceremony, parenting workshops, options to give parent hours. We felt supported, as an entire family, from billing questions to changes in schedule. We will sincerely miss it!

Great school. I realize that the school is more guarded during the waiting list timeline to protect…read morethe safety & guard the routine of the children during school time. My daughter is attending this school now and I have to say that the children are prepared for educational success in every way imaginable. There are three groups; youngest group, middle group, and pre-K. Some highlights: Onsite reading specialist Bilingual education Montessori classroom time structured and free learning time Non profit with emphasis on community service Healthy (usually organic) vegetarian diet served at meals Parent involvement in the direction of the school. Wonderful educational field trips Advanced curriculum designed for school preparation. Emphasis on Science, math, music, language, cultural enlightenment. This school is also very culturally diverse, when looking at the "make-up"' of ethnicities amongst the children. The school is extremely hygienic with an aggressive health policy, with sink stations in every class room and around the play yard for hand washing. Resulting in healthier children (and parents) with less time off from school in the long run. I am very pleased with this school. We were invited for a visit once our names were high on the waiting list. I was instantly sold when my daughter was invited to participate in the days activities. The first was dissection of owl pellets and identification of the animal consumed based on bones found. The next was a story circle, the children each performed a portion of the book in a dramatic manner with props and costumes included. The next was a bilingual story and song circle, with children being "submerged in spanish," for the duration of the 20 minute circle. The final was a magic circle., which was fun and educational. I highly recommend this school. The teachers were patient and supportive while my daughter adjusted to the separation from me and my husband. They actually surpassed my expectations!

Great school, great teachers. Really enjoying the bilingual program they offer, as all the off-site…read moreadventures. My son throughly enjoys it and we look forward to sending our second son as well. A great mix of play-based and Montessori curricula.