Our 4 year old son started at LAPMS last summer and the transition was extremely smooth for him…read more He had gone to another montessori school before we moved to Danville so he adjusted well due to this but his three teachers at LAPMS were all so warm, loving, and caring. Academically, they had them work on a simple book report every week in order to start introducing the concept of homework to them, they also used Kindergarten-level math books so my son was already doing addition and subtraction problems in the 12s and 13s by the end of the year. Additionally, my son's reading skills drastically improved while at LAPMS due to the teachers adjusting the reading materials and worksheets to match each child's different reading level. Now, my son has graduated from LAPMS and attends Kindergarten at one of the SRVUSD elementary schools and he whips through the homework assignments and continues to excel in reading. I truly feel that my son's teachers set him up for success for Kindergarten and I am truly grateful for the school. When my son recently ran into his former LAPMS teacher, the teacher embraced my son and was so genuinely happy to see him again. You could just see how much they care about each child. We now have our 2 year old enrolled at LAPMS and after about a month of some tears and a transitioning phase, he also now loves going to school. His 3 teachers also are always so loving, extremely patient and warm individuals. I have never seen them lose their patience even with a room full of toddlers! I also have asked them to adjust our son's napping schedule and they have always been very accommodating and willing to make changes as needed. They also diligently provide updates on diaper changes, nap times and photos of activities throughout the day. Something I also noticed about the LAPMS staff is that I see teachers from other classrooms help in other classrooms as needed even if it's just for a short amount of time and they always do it with a smile. I feel this shows the camaraderie between the staff where they have the same goal to support and care for all students at LAPMS and they do it as a united team. I usually don't post reviews on Yelp but felt compelled to do so for LAPMS because of the very positive experience we've had. Thank you LAPMS Danville staff!

This is my second review of LAPMS Danville! I first shared my thoughts when my son started at just…read more18 months old, and now that he's turned 5, I wanted to write another--this time to recognize his incredible current teachers: Ms. Esra, Ms. Padmaja, and Ms. Devika. I had the chance to visit their classroom this morning during Parent Observation Week, and it was such a meaningful experience. Watching the children engaged in their Montessori work firsthand really highlighted how thoughtfully the environment is prepared. The classroom felt calm, organized, and full of purpose, and it was wonderful to see how much independence and confidence the children are encouraged to develop. A big thank you to Ms. Esra and the entire team at LAPMS. Your patience, dedication, and care truly make a lasting impact. We're so grateful!

We are so grateful for the incredible experiences both of our kids had at DanMont, most recently…read moreour daughter. Over the course of her time there, she has grown tremendously--both academically and socially--and we couldn't be more pleased with how well-prepared she is as she moves on to kindergarten. Academically, the preschool provided a solid foundation in early literacy, math, and critical thinking skills. She learned not only her letters and numbers, but also how to ask questions, express her thoughts clearly, and approach new tasks with confidence and curiosity. The curriculum was thoughtfully designed to make learning fun, engaging, and age-appropriate. Just as important, the school created a nurturing environment that helped her blossom socially. She learned how to make friends, resolve conflicts, share, and work together with others--all key skills she continues to work on and will carry with her for years to come. Her confidence has grown, and she now communicates her feelings and ideas with ease. The teachers and staff are truly exceptional--patient, kind, and genuinely invested in each child's development. We always felt she was safe, supported, and encouraged to be herself. It's clear that a lot of love and care goes into everything they do. We feel incredibly lucky to have been part of the DanMont community and would wholeheartedly recommend it to any family looking for a warm, enriching, and academically strong start for their child.

Both my girls went here and had the best experience. The younger one joined when she was just over…read more2yr and could barely speak in sentences. she grew to communicate a lot better over the following 3years. both girls also made some really good friends with whom they kept in touch after leaving preschool. The teachers and students were all really kind and loving. The learning environment was really encouraging and enriching. I would strongly recommend Danmont to anyone looking for a good preschool.

As a former educator, I placed a lot of pressure on myself when selecting a preschool for my…read moredaughter. After reading reviews and talking with various people, Garden seemed to be a good fit for our family. Garden Montessori fosters independence while providing a warm and supportive environment where children thrive. The teachers encourage children to create and discover new things. I appreciate that my daughter has the autonomy to choose what she wants to work on or learn, on a daily basis, while still being prepared for the next steps in her education. My daughter loves learning and practicing new skills, and I feel that the teachers at Garden really help fuel that passion. In addition to academic skills and independence, Garden nurtures children to be confident, kind, and caring. Garden is a great place that my daughter looks forward to going to everyday, and I agree with the other parents when they call it a gem! I am so glad to be part of the Garden Montessori community.

This is my way overdue review for Garden Montessori. My daughter is already 14 yo, she attended…read moreGarden when she was 3 to 4 and it had such a lasting impression on her. It shaped her learning experiences, she still remembers the tree climbing, plucking the fruit trees, preparing the stone soup for Thanksgiving, teas with parents and not forgetting the furry bunnies. She learnt so much on the essential life skills, social skills and most importantly having fun at school. She grows up to be an independent and responsible girl. I am grateful Garden built this foundation during her early years. Garden Montessori is a hidden gem. Thank you to Jaye, Troy and Karine.

Young Learners Academy has literally become part of our family! I truly could not imagine having…read moredone this phase of parenthood without the love, support, guidance and support of YLA. This preschool feels like home as soon as you walk in the door with the friendly staff and a warm environment. My 2 year old actually begged me to put her in the full day program so she could hang out with her friends and teachers more! I TELL ALL MY FRIENDS TO JOIN YLA because it gave me my life back as a working Mom knowing my kids were in the perfect hands at YLA! We had my 5 year old daughter go through the program as soon as they opened and now my 3 year old has been there for two years and I will be SO sad the day she is too old to go!! Miss Amy, Miss Kayla and Miss Kelsey are 10/10!!

We absolutely LOVE YLA! We found YLA in January of 2023…read more Our daughter joined Ms Amy's pre- k class midway through the school year and was welcomed into this loving community of teachers, children and families. She learned so much and was well prepared to start kindergarten. We then enrolled our 2 year old son and he has loved having Ms Kayla then Ms Kelsey as his teachers over the last 2 years. He comes home singing new songs and speaking new words in Spanish every day. YLA's teachers and staff do a wonderful job of bringing all of the families together to create a beautiful community and a happy place for children to learn and play.

Valley Parent Preschool has been a wonderful, play-based preschool for my two children. The…read moreteachers truly understand what's appropriate developmentally for this age group, and the kids have plenty of outdoor time throughout their day. The backyard is amazing, with sand, grass, water, monkey bars, a sand kitchen, playhouse, etc etc! Basically a 2 - 5 year old's dream. Another bonus - because it's a co-op, you get to know the other families really well and my children and I have all made what I hope are life-long friends through VPP!

Our family is so incredibly grateful to VPP. Our son has thrived and we're excited to return next…read moreyear. The teachers are absolutely fantastic and create a learning environment that encourages the kids to be curious, kind, and independent. The huge amount of outside time is a definite plus. And the co-op style is invaluable. It's so special knowing that your child has an entire community of adults who care about them and want to help them learn and grow. I can't recommend VPP highly enough!

We feel so lucky to have found Autumn Creek Learning Center for our younger son…read more He started here at just 3 years old, and from the very beginning, he loved going to school every single day -- which, as any parent knows, means everything. The school itself is small and the facility may look a bit older, but what truly makes it special is the people. Ms. Asmita and Ms. Brogan run the school with so much care and dedication. Ms. Brogan is especially impressive -- thoughtful, efficient, and incredibly professional. She has such a strong presence that you can't help but notice her. Honestly, she could shine anywhere! Our son is in the Honey Bear class, and we couldn't have asked for better teachers -- Ms. Susmita, Ms. Stacy, and Ms. Preetha. They are warm, patient, and genuinely attentive to each child. As parents, we always felt heard and supported, and the communication has been consistently great. The growth we've seen in our son has been amazing. Not just academically, but also in confidence, social skills, and independence. He truly thrived here. As he moves on to TK next semester, it's bittersweet -- we're excited for his next step, but we know he will deeply miss this school and his teachers. Thank you for giving him such a happy and loving start Highly, highly recommend!

Both of our kids went to ACLC and the community (Admin, Teachers, Families) are wonderful! The…read moreschool helped potty train my 3yo son when we weren't making progress at home. Meals are included and extracurricular activities like soccer and gymnastics are offered, which is so helpful for full time working parents. The outdoor space is large and shaded. We get weekly progress reports and lots of cute artwork. The staff do such an amazing job; happy kids everyday at pickup and both our kids were over prepared for TK!

My daughter has been at the Danville location for over two years. Overall, she's learned a lot,…read moremet a great group of friends, and I've felt safe knowing my daughter is well cared for by her teachers. I also love the flexibility and full-day options for working parents. There are very few other facilities in this area that cover childcare for the full day so Fountainhead has really saved us. I also appreciate that they invest in updating the facility to keep it clean, nice, and in good working order for the kids. Also, they have fun special days for the kids like bringing a petting zoo to school and visits at the school from the police force and firefighters. They put a lot of love and care into providing a variety of opportunities for the kids to learn. I would recommend this location for older children (age 3+) but I'm mixed on sending a little one here if you like more pro-active communication about your child. There's a staff change halfway through the day so the afternoon crew doesn't know what happens with your kid in the morning and it is not their model to give you insight into the daily happenings of your child. Not a concern as my daughter got older but would have been nice during her younger years when there was so much growth and development (and she couldn't yet communicate with me). One other thing to note is the billing department is run by one person and it's a complex system and thus, prone to human error. We were overbilled twice by hundreds of dollars and wouldn't have caught it unless we were closely auditing their confusing invoices. I hope they can improve that in the future. Overall, I would recommend this preschool to anyone looking for care for their talking child.

Our daughter has been going to this daycare for almost a year. Great staff, flexible hours, and…read morewere able to accommodate mid year enrollment. We love that they do naps as well. Just a great experience so far.

Noah's Ark is a truly special place and my son has absolutely thrived here. Every morning he is…read moreexcited to go to school and his face lights up once we turn into the parking lot. When my husband and I initially toured the school, we were blown away by how warm and inviting it is. We knew immediately this was where we wanted to send our son after touring many, many local schools. The school is located in the Diablo foothills and is truly beautiful. The children often do nature walks on the campus surrounded by beautiful mature redwood and oak trees. Noah's Ark strikes the perfect balance between play and education. They create a safe and nurturing environment where kids feel empowered to learn. Noah's Ark was my son's first school experience after the pandemic and the staff worked diligently and patiently with the kids who needed to catch up on social-emotional skills like sharing and learning to play and cooperate with their peers. Teachers are remarkably invested in the well-being of the kids, their families, and the tight knit school community. The teachers take the time to get to know the whole family and each kid on a personal level; understanding the child's interests, likes/dislikes, and what makes them tick. The student:teacher ratio is incredible and very low. The curriculum and educational experiences are intentional and hands on. They focus on reading/phonics, handwriting, science, and math using tactile experiences like baking, engaging with nature, and fun science experiments. They offer enrichments programs as well. My son just completed a month long program dedicated specifically to handwriting and it's remarkable how much progress he has made with his handwriting skills - and how much fun he had doing it! After two years at Noah's Ark, we feel completely ready to send him to kinder next year. The school highly values parental input and participation. I have become a better parent to my kid by learning from and partnering with the teachers at Noah's Ark. During our time here, there has been no teacher turnover which is very rare. Many of the teachers have been with the school for a long time - this speaks to the excellent leadership of the school and the quality and dedication of the teachers. The director, Mrs. Rastogi, is fantastic and there is excellent communication between parents and the school with frequent emails, biweekly newsletters etc I can't wait for my two younger sons to attend Noah's Ark!

We love Noah's Ark!!! My girls loved going to school everyday due to the loving staff and great…read moreatmosphere! If you're looking for a preschool that cares for children Noah's Ark is it! When looking for a preschool in Danville for my daughters, I looked at everyone on sycamore all the way to Tassajara. The second I did a tour there was no doubt in my mind this is the school and signed the paperwork right then and there. The loving and caring atmosphere that they have for the children is amazing!!

It has taken me over a year to gather the courage to write this review, and my motivation is not…read moreborn out of anger alone, but from a place of profound disappointment and a broken heart. My journey with this school, which spanned nearly five years, was full of moments that initially filled us with hope but ultimately left us deeply disillusioned. When my daughter and I were first accepted, we were elated. I remember the tears of joy as we shared the news with family, and we even brought a cake to the staff to express our appreciation. We believed we had found a safe, nurturing Christian environment where my daughter could thrive academically and spiritually, and where she would form lasting, meaningful relationships under the guidance of a Christian curriculum and staff. Unfortunately, as the years went by, our experience was consistently marred by disappointments, particularly with the behavior of some of the teachers. What was even more troubling, however, was the principal's response--or lack thereof. Time after time, when issues were brought to her attention, Miss Westgate, the principal, would dismiss concerns or, worse, turn the situation around, making the staff out to be the victims despite undeniable evidence to the contrary. This lack of accountability was heartbreaking, but I continued to hope that my daughter was still receiving a good education. One of the more distressing events during our time at the school involved a teacher who submitted a letter to CPS, claiming that I was unsafe with my daughter because she sat in the front seat of the car. The car in question was a two-seater, and the airbag had been turned off--perfectly legal. CPS, when contacted, dismissed the claim as frivolous, noting they often receive baseless reports from this school. This was just one example of many, where the school staff overstepped, and yet no action was taken to address the behavior. Another shocking incident involved the leaking of private information from a live scan to parents who were not authorized to see it. Despite my attempts to bring this to Miss Westgate's attention, there was no explanation, just a shrug and an admission of ignorance. I had nothing to hide, but the idea that such sensitive information was handled so carelessly was inexcusable. As time passed, my daughter's emotional well-being became a growing concern. She was bullied by a former close friend, and after repeatedly addressing the situation with the staff, I was forced to take matters into my own hands. I spoke politely with the child involved, reminding her of their past friendship and encouraging her to reconcile. I even communicated this to the child's father and Miss Westgate, who assured me she would look into it. The following day, however, Miss Westgate informed me that I was no longer allowed on school property, that my behavior was deemed inappropriate. I was barred from participating in school activities I had been a part of for years, including chapel and father-daughter events. Despite my efforts to resolve the matter amicably, the school took an aggressive stance, forcing me to withdraw my daughter. When I made the decision to pull my daughter from the school, it wasn't out of spite but out of necessity. I needed to protect her, and unfortunately, staying at this school was no longer in her best interest. The final blow came when we enrolled her in a local public school, only to discover that she was a year behind academically, despite having been told that private education would provide a better foundation. This gap in her education, combined with the emotional toll of her experience at this school, has been incredibly difficult to navigate. We've had to hire a tutor to catch her up, a process that has added more stress to an already challenging situation. As I reflect on this experience, it is clear to me that the principal, Miss Westgate, failed to hold her staff accountable for their actions. Despite providing her with ample evidence of their misconduct, she chose to defend them and, in the end, made it impossible for us to continue our relationship with the school. It's with a heavy heart that I share this review, but I feel compelled to speak out. My daughter's experience, our family's experience, was far from the Christian, nurturing environment we had hoped for. I would caution any parent considering this school to carefully weigh these factors and consider whether this is the right place for their child.

I'd give this school no stars if I could. If you don't live in Danville or Alamo, find another…read moreschool. I reside in Walnut Creek, and everyone looked at me like I was poor or would question why I'd consider going there (even though my house in Walnut Creek is upwards of 3m and theirs in 1.5-2). My daughter went to the preschool for two years. Poor communication with teachers (they only communicate at pick up in front of other parents, while other schools have apps for communication. No focus on whole child, sit, read, write mentality. If you question anything they will slowly push you out. Was told after testing that she wouldn't do well at the school (she was four). They tested her multiple times without communicating that. There was no communication all year that she had been struggling (shows they don't care about how the kids are doing until testing). Ms. Kalina is awful. Very fake (most of the staff and other moms are). Shows favoritism and said "we will see how this baby turns out" while I was pregnant. Wasn't a good fit. Don't waste your time and send your child to Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church or Contra Costa Christian (some of the teachers at SRVCA said they heard great things about it). My kids now go to those two schools, are thriving and so happy. My daughter told me "I like my new school because they don't put me in time out" (a which we knew nothing of-go figure). Older facilities but genuine and loving community-everything you want for your baby and at least they have real grass. Oh yeah, we donated over 1k to have a buck with our name put on it for their upgraded outdoor area.