LTMA has been an amazing experience for our family. My daughter joined the infant room with Ms…read more Faye and Ms. Liliana at 11 months. I was a little worried about how she would adjust since she'd been home with me the entire time but they cared for her so well and now at almost 17 months she's comfortable to the extent I usually have to convince her to come home and that we'll be back the next day. Within the first month, she adjusted pretty well, learnt how to nap independently, started walking, became comfortable around other people, and now her language is expanding and she is learning new words every day. She can eat independently too with hands and even with a spoon and fork. I'm really impressed with her growth. I appreciate their curriculum, they are structured, they have art, playtime both inside and outside, and a fun summer program keeping the kids engaged and experiencing new things. All the teachers are so kind, warm and caring and you can see it in the faces of the other children. This was actually our decision point to bring our child here, when we did the tour the kids were so happy and just being kids playing. This sealed the deal for us. Thank you Ms. Lily for running this place the way you do and creating a loving and nurturing environment for our children.

Our son started at LTM when he was 6 months old. He's been there for a year and has enjoyed every…read moreaspect of the school. The teachers are patient and kind and Miss Lily plans tons of activities each week. Our son has blossomed just by engaging in peer-to-peer programs. They are great about providing daily feedback on food, mood, and any challenges. Also, the schools hours are so accommodating for our dual-working parent household. He's transitioned to the next room so smoothly: ie. Group lunch and naps. The playground and garden are some of his favorite places to frequent. Even their holiday programs are so wonderful. It's a great community of teachers and families. We feel so lucky to be a part of the LTM family!

Before enrolling our son at Dana Point Montessori, we had two wonderful nannies who took excellent…read morecare of him. However, he was very shy and had limited opportunities to socialize with other children. After starting at Dana Point Montessori, we watched him truly blossom. Mrs. Tedra's individual attention, warmth, and encouragement made such a difference in his confidence and social development. She also recognized his love of art and encouraged him through creative projects, helping him develop his interests and abilities. Ms. Megha is an excellent director and a wonderful leader for the staff. She is attentive, approachable, and genuinely responsive to the needs of both students and their families. We were also very pleased with the curriculum. The teachers taught our son letter sounds and introduced phonics, helping him begin to read CVC words and develop a strong foundation for literacy. Each month, the children also explored a new theme--such as sea animals or dinosaurs--and our son learned so much while remaining excited and engaged. This is just a small example of everything he learned during his time there. Many families choose to keep their children at Dana Point Montessori for several years, which speaks volumes about the community they have created. Our son attended for two years, and we plan to have him return this upcoming summer. We are very grateful for the care, guidance, and strong foundation he received there, and we highly recommend Dana Point Montessori to other families.

This was our second year sending our daughter (3 years old) to Dana Point Montessori & we couldn't…read morehave asked for a better school & experience. The teachers and staff are incredibly caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child's happiness, development, and well-being. Our daughter received so much love, care & attention. She was always excited to go to school and we could see how much she learned (counting & singing in Spanish), grew, and blossomed during her time there. All of the teachers go above and beyond to make the children and parents feel comfortable, safe & cared for. Knowing our child was happy, safe, loved, and surrounded by people who truly cared about gave us such peace of mind. Megha the Director is great & highly communicative, teacher Tedra is wonderful; as are all the teachers. We highly recommend Dana Point Montessori to any family looking for a warm, nurturing, and wonderful place for their child! We plan to be back next summer.

It is honestly so hard to put into words how grateful I am for this preschool and all of the…read morewonderful teachers here. Ulyana just graduated after four amazing years, and saying goodbye feels very emotional for us. When your child spends four years somewhere, it becomes so much more than just a preschool. It becomes part of their childhood and part of your family's life. I absolutely love the teachers. They have always been so kind, patient, caring, and loving with the children. I never had to worry when I left Ulyana in the morning because I knew she was in good hands and surrounded by people who truly cared about her. She was happy to come to school, she learned so much, made wonderful memories, and grew from a little girl into a confident, curious, school-ready kid. Looking back at these four years, I realize how lucky we were to find this place. So many of Ulyana's early childhood memories were made here, with teachers who encouraged her, comforted her, celebrated her little accomplishments, and helped her grow every step of the way. To all of the teachers and staff -- thank you from the bottom of my heart for loving and caring for my girl all these years. Thank you for your patience, your kindness, all the hugs, smiles, celebrations, and everyday little things that meant so much. We are leaving with a very happy child, countless beautiful memories, and a very grateful mom. Four amazing years that we will never forget. We will miss you all so much!

we absolutely love Nobis. My son has been going here for a year. He is a new little person, his…read moreacademic development sky rocketed & we are so thankful for that. His Preschool teachers Ms. Steffi & Ms. Adriana are the sweetest. THANK YOU NOBIS.

We did a week of Ms. Mia's summer camp beach preschool. I shared it with all my friends because I…read morewas so impressed with Ms. Mia. She is kind and attentive to the children. She is thoughtful and thorough in her preparations and "invitations" she plans. She's organized and had a great outdoor set-up even including a private little outdoor potty. She genuinely loves being in nature herself and shared the awe and wonder of mother nature's creations with the kids as they discovered and noticed things each day. She's responsive to the kids needs and interests and shifted their daily rhythm if the kids were particularly engaged in something. Her experience in early childhood education is evident. I'd recommend Sandy Toes Nature Preschool to anyone who values quality early childhood education and recognizes the importance of being outdoors.

my 3 year old grandson attended Sandy Toes Nature Preschool and he loved it!!…read more He woke up each day excited about it and asking to go! Mia is kind and creative, she engages with the kids and makes everything so fun. My grandson loved finding rocks on the daily beach walks, playing in the sand and learning all about shapes and colors. I highly recommend Sandy Toes for your preschooler! They will love it!

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 older son started TK at R.H. Dana this year. He had previously attended a preschool that was…read morewonderful when he first started but showed signs of a steady decline. My two year old was attending the same school and we decided to transition him to Prodigy Montessori - for a better experience for him, and for a more convenient double drop off for me. Prodigy came highly recommended from our neighbor, whose son attends the school. In fact, she mentioned not only did they enjoy the school, but he was thriving. We have now been at Prodigy for two months and are so impressed with our son's development. Ms. Priya is lovely and so caring with the children. My son looks forward to seeing her and the other teachers and students, and gives Priya a BIG hug every morning. She is the owner but also onsite and devoted to the children. This is SO comforting knowing our son is in good hands. Our old preschool owner couldnt name one child at her school. Two is a challenging age, and Priya has been so helpful in including us in her teaching strategies and techniques. Every week there are new projects on display showing the children are constantly busy and developing. We are so pleased with our decision to transfer schools and highly recommend Prodigy.

We've had such a wonderful experience at Prodigy Montessori School. From day one, we were welcomed…read moreinto the warmest, most supportive community. It truly feels like a second home, not just for our daughter, but for us as parents as well. The school is led by Priya. She is incredibly approachable, deeply caring, and always has the best interests of the children at heart. You can feel how much love and intention goes into every aspect of the school. We've seen our daughter grow in her communication, independence, and curiosity since starting here. She genuinely loves going to school, and we feel so lucky to have found a place that supports our daughter's growth. Prodigy has been such a blessing and we couldn't be happier to have had this experience for our child.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about the preschool. What a gem. The staff and adminstration…read moreprovide the most loving environment for the children. I have had two kids attend, and will definitely send my third little one here. They follow more of a developmental curriculum here. A lot of creative play, but also a focus on developing motor skills and social skills. They divide up the kids by age group, which to us is very important at this young age. I was surprised that all the staff, not just my daughter's teacher, knew her name. It made me feel like everyone cared about her. The school has provided such a nurturing, safe, clean, and fun environment for my little ones. The teachers send out weekly newsletters, daily communications as needed, and the school does a monthly newsletter, so lots of helpful communication. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a preschool. They do a couple sessions of summer camp as well. You are allowed to sign up for these even before your child enrolls in the regular pre-school year. For my son, this was a really helpful way to acclimate him to preschool before the start of the year.

Beautiful campus. Breathtaking chapel. Ocean view. Warm community of parents. Happy kids…read more Administration and faculty that are very qualified for their positions. You'll be feeling welcome here and your children will become the best versions of themselves here. The one and only best catholic private school in all the area. Look no further!

This is the BEST preschool in town, with the most loving, creative, and thoughtful teachers. They…read moreare professional and compassionate. We feel so blessed to be a part of this school. I recommend it to any parent!!!!!

I'm a child development major and completed a portion of my internship at this preschool. The…read moreDirector is professional and highly dedicated to providing an excellent learning environment. She ensures that her teachers are credentialed and proactive in the latest early childhood development concepts. The staff is energetic and constantly communicating with parents. They enjoy educating children and do so in a loving learning environment. I have studied several preschools in South Orange County and found this school to be exceptional.

We've been waiting a couple of years to leave this review, now that our son has graduated from this…read morepreschool. Marina View Preschool has been a home away from home for our son, who was there for 2.5 years. In his time there, he flourished not only academically but also in his social-emotional skills. Our son made deep connections with his teachers and classmates. The school runs a tight ship in their policies and practices which ensures the school is properly staffed and the children are safe and properly attended to. We toured many different schools in the area and Marina View stood out for the location/safety of the campus, their open door policy and how happy the children looked when we visited! Our son loved his experience there and misses it so much! It was a school where he felt accepted and safe to be himself. The school has cool events and activities throughout the year. It's just the BEST! We are looking forward to bringing our newborn when the time comes. Thank you Marina View for your wonderful, nurturing and loving staff and for always providing a safe environment for the children to learn, be themselves and have fun!

I toured a few schools/daycares in LN and this school by far felt right for my son. I looked for…read moresafety, attentiveness from staff, reasonable pricing, and a clean facility, and this school met all my needs and more. My son loved his time at this school! The teachers (my son was placed with Ms. Sharlene, Ms. Mayra, Ms. Maria, and Ms. Pari across his 2 years here) are attentive, caring, and all around AMAZING people! My son's excitement every day to go to school speaks to the kind of rapport the teachers built with him. The facility is also well maintained. I feel my son has been prepped well for Kindergarten because of the guidance and environment this school provided for him.

I could not say enough good things about Farm School! Brooke is so patient, kind, fun and…read moreinformative and my daughter looks forward to going to Farm School all week long! They somehow manage to learn about and care for the animals, do arts and crafts, sing songs, play games, read books and even cook/prep food in just 3 hours! We feel so grateful to have found something so fun and educational that our daughter loves so much :)

From the owner: What is Farm School OC? Farm School is a one-of-a-kind…read moreexperience for children ages 3-6 at Zoomar’s Petting Zoo. Animals and farming are the heart of our program. Our curriculum includes kindergarten readiness activities in the areas of literacy, math, science, art and music. Farm School includes your daily admission into Zoomars, animal feed, daily animal interactions, hands on learning centered around animals and farming and so much more! We also offer camps during spring, summer and winter breaks. Come follow us on Instagram for more details about our programs.