My 15 month old has been coming to Building Kidz for about 5 months and I couldn't be happier with…read moremy experience. Like any parent, i was very worried about putting my child in day care for the first time, but I was quickly put at ease when i found this place. The infant/toddler room staff Kisha, Stacy and Lorna are fantastic with my son, and the other kids. You can tell they truly care and he is happy to be dropped off with them each day. They even have an app they updates me with pictures, meal times, and diaper changes so i know what's going on with him. The other staff who occasionally watch the babies, Frishta, Kathe, and Sveta are great too and always warm and welcoming when i come in. Puneet, the owner is very nice and easygoing too.

We've had such a great experience with the infant program at Building Kidz of Folsom. The infant's…read moreteacher, Ms. Kisha, is warm, attentive, and truly cares about our daughter. She's engaged in fun, creative activities even at this young age, and we can already see her growing and learning. The daily updates give us so much peace of mind. Highly recommend!

Where do I begin! I'm Ms. Elizabeth, I've been the lead Preschool teacher at LEA since December of…read more2020. I completed my bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies while teaching here and I am now moving on to Elementary. Little Explorers Academy is not just a daycare, but it is a family. Students, their parents, and their teachers collaborate in the most caring way, and we hold each other to the highest standards. LEA is not a corporate daycare that sees a child as a number. Every child is a part of the family, and their teachers care for them in this manner. Staff turnover rates are extremely low at this daycare, as administration promotes the structure of a work-life balance. Students here grow in a Montessori- like- cohort from ages 0-5, and many establish life-long friendships. The infant teacher, preschool teacher, and Ms. K provide students with the best quality education, routine, and meals. LEA has won the best food program award in the Folsom area for the last 5 years in a row, thanks to Ms.K's spectacular cooking, and attention to nutritional value. Students become extremely well-rounded as a result of LEA's program. Graduates from Little Explorers Academy have no problem moving on to kindergarten, as we promote manners, politeness, provide adequate education, and give students a sense of security and trust in their teachers. I am so sad to move on from LEA, as the students here have become my family. However, I have openly planned since my hire date in 2020 to make my way to Elementary after graduating with my BA. Oncoming staff are chosen with such diligence. Our new preschool teacher has a heart of gold, and I have been helping her grow accustomed to our routine over the last 3 weeks. I wouldn't want to leave the kiddos with anyone else! All in all, if you are new to LEA, trust that your child is in the best hands possible Sincerely, Ms. Elizabeth

My daughter went to LEA for 1.5 months, here is our take:…read more Pros: * Morning play time in the backyard * science experiments that kids like * Bright-wheel subscription to get pictures of kids throughout the day Cons: * Less experienced teachers * Lack of warmth, my daughter didn't adjust to daycare even after 1.5 months and every morning would ask if she has to go to school and cried a lot saying she doesn't like it there * when we asked for pictures/ everyday menu of food we were sent a huge message about trust, condescending and undermining comments * Our kid was told crying is bad and not to cry in the facility. Ms K was friendly and nice until we requested / asked more details of our daughter's day. Now our daughter started elsewhere and transitioned in just a week and loves it there and we find it a lot more comfortable with transparency. Update: Ms Kuntal, yes our primary reason for leaving was need for care on Friday, nowhere in my review I mentioned otherwise, we had issues with interaction and transparency which also added a reason to move. I would have given 1 star if I felt the care was that bad. I did thank for the service but didn't "praise" anywhere, it's my responsibility to thank for the service. WE DID NOT ask for minute to minute update. All we asked for was everyday menu and not sample menu, and picture of food if it's hard to type the food menu. Initially nap times were accurate though we mostly expected amount of sleep but eventually update were only scheduled hours.

We've had a wonderful experience at Bright Beginnings Co-op! My son attended the Toddler Transition…read moreprogram and will be continuing into Preschool. The teachers are caring and create a warm, welcoming environment for the children. One of the best parts of the co-op is the sense of community--not only do the kids make friends, but the families do too. We're so happy to be part of it!

Our kids have been attending this preschool for the past 3 years, and we've had such a great…read moreexperience. The teachers are caring, attentive, and truly invested in each child's growth. We love the family-oriented, co-op community--it really makes you feel connected and involved. It's been a wonderful environment for our kids to learn, grow, and build confidence. Highly recommend to any families looking for a supportive and engaging preschool!

We couldn't be happier with the care Sara has provided to our son over the last 2 years! From the…read moremoment we met her, it was clear she has a passion for nurturing and teaching young children. She was authentic and made us feel like our son was safe in her care. Sara has always been accommodating and ensures our son's needs are met. She provides the children with individual attention and structured learning activities, as well as plenty of play time, all of which we receive updates and photos of throughout the day. We had previously taken our kiddo to Cadence Academy (formerly Phoenix) and they just didn't compare to the wonderful experience we've had at Creative Hands. They have become like family to us. I would recommend Creative Hands to any parent who is looking for a place where their child will be safe and happy.

Secret gem. I have enrolled two of my children in this childcare over the last two years and we…read morelove it. Sara is a wonderful teacher and is so compassionate and caring. You can tell from the moment you meet her that she LOVES children. She made a special effort for my 4 year old to be kindergarten ready while she was there. And my 2 year old asks to go to school every day. She keeps the kids busy with a variety of play activities and also does special celebrations. We can track their daily schedule on an app that she provides us which I believe goes above and beyond. If there is any hesitation on this childcare based on a specific previous review, please disregard that opinion (I witnessed the intersection and it did not come from a healthy family). I truly believe Sara is the best at what she does and provides a wonderful environment for learning and play!

My 5yo attended Madrone for about 7 months in 2018 and it was a great experience. We enrolled her…read morefor half days because her public Kindergarten was over at 11am and I needed her to have a full day of school when I returned to work full time. (Also I didn't feel like half day K was enough for her inquisitive mind.) The school was flexible about our unusual attendance arrangement, though understandably, it didn't cost much less for a half day slot vs. full day. They always made her feel welcome when she came in mid-day. She really loved it there, despite being a kid who chafes at rules at home - she really thrived in that environment. Teacher Angela was fantastic and they quickly gave my child appropriate work for her level since she started already knowing how to read and being able to do basic addition and subtraction. Their written evals were detailed and helpful, and I felt like they really got to know my child in a short time. Their summer program was fantastic and their extended care option was flexible for the times we needed a little extra care. They also had a fantastic "Parents Night Out" where they also welcomed siblings, and we took advantage of that a few times. This is a true Montessori, where kids are expected to learn how to be self-directed. We came from less-rigid Montessori schools, so getting used to the strict dress code was hard for us as parents, but my daughter was fine with it. Our daughter entered a rigorous Mandarin immersion program the next year in 1st grade, and Madrone prepared her VERY well for it. I'd highly recommend it if you are open to a more academic environment for your pre-K/kindergartner and want to encourage independence.

Great school , great staff . Had nightmare experience before at kinder care , this place was a…read moremillion times better , really good teachers .

Both of my children (boy and girl) attended El Dorado Hills Preschool and I cannot speak highly…read moreenough about the program and the teachers! My children developed their social skills, acclimated to structure and were academically prepared for kindergarten. I volunteered extensively in both of my children's kindergarten classrooms and was pleased to see that El Dorado Hills Preschool had them at an academic level (knowing letters, numbers and some basic sight words) that put them at the top of their classes. While this is wonderful, what makes the program exceptional, is that they were always having fun and it never felt like work. Their imaginations and creativity were encouraged! EDH Preschool made learning fun so they loved to learn, which continues to serve them well in elementary school. Miss Kim and Miss Stephanie are nurturing and gifted teachers. They have endless energy and their passion for children and teaching is evident. There is no one I would recommend more than these two to help mold my children and prepare them for elementary school.

Miss Kim and Miss Stephanie are amazing teachers. My daughter had lots of separation issues, but…read morefell in love with her warm, nurturing, and kind teachers immediately. It was always nice dropping her off and knowing that she was well loved and would be taken care of. The classroom setup is perfect for little ones. They do education based activities, but in a very age appropriate way...lots of singing, arts and crafts, and hands on activities. Their hours are better than most preschools that I looked into and the cost was very reasonable. As a former teacher, I could not be happier with my decision to send my daughter to El Dorado Hills Preschool. Stephanie E.

Amazing childcare! Wonderful with children of all ages and very patient! I highly recommend Haley's…read morechildcare for anyone looking for care I can't say enough positive things about the care given to my little ones

Rainbowland is such a wonderful place for children. My oldest daughter attended for two years and…read morewas well prepared for Kindergarten. My youngest has just started the program. Miss Cindy, who teaches the younger children, is a positive, happy, caring teacher. Miss Jeanie, who teaches the Junior Kindergartners, will melt your heart. Both teachers have been with Rainbowland for more than 10 years! Miss Sandy, the director, runs the place with love. The school is accredited which is very hard to find in this area. The Rainbowland community includes caring, involved parents which in turn includes happy, well-adjusted kids.