On our initial tour of the preschool, I immediately felt the warmth of the community and their…read moregenuine interest in understanding what our family was looking for. Coming from another school, we knew which areas had felt lacking for our daughter. When we voiced those concerns, the preschool director was incredibly reassuring and made us feel that the school truly partners with families--meeting each child where they are rather than trying to fit every child into the same box. After two years in the preschool, we saw those words come to life. In every area--from academics to social-emotional growth, and in the thoughtful incorporation of Christian values that align with our home--we witnessed the school's commitment in action. This made the decision to continue into elementary an easy one for our family. The entire school community is warm, genuine, and deeply knowledgeable. We are so grateful to be part of a place where our children are both nurtured and challenged to grow.

In the midst of a public school system that seems bent on pushing parents out of the raising of…read moretheir own children, SJCS is all about partnering with parents. They're a Christian school for Christian families and that results in a great community where people hold similar values. They also have stellar academics; the bi-annual standardized testing they participate in shows that not only do they excel compared to the state average, but they exceed the average of private schools on all categories, in all grade levels! We have all 3 of our girls enrolled there (Kindergarten, 2nd, and 4th grade). Beyond the basics, they have got great art and music and drama and computers and maker classes that the kids all get to experience. When we took a family trip and were walking through the National Museum in London, the girls were excited to recognize a painting that they had been discussing in art class. They also do plays and musicals at all grade levels and Ms. Miller arranges entertaining, original works for them to do. I'm especially excited about the ways the school works public speaking into the curriculum. As early as 3rd grade students are giving short presentations before the class and one of the culminating moments of 8th grade is giving a 20 minute "Ted Talk" in the auditorium, in front of the whole middle school. Surely this is the cause of some nervousness in the students, but the value of developing these skills young is so immense! Next year, we're looking forward to the no-cut sports that start in 5th grade. Our daughter isn't a great athlete but I look forward to the lessons of hustle and teamwork. Other schools have sports programs but they are often only for the students with well developed skills rather than being open to all. Also, starting in 4th grade, they have over-night trips. Our oldest just got back from a 2-night "Gold Country" trip. Many schools have impressive class trips, but they are often a large additional expense. SJCS's trips are subsidized by the fund-raising efforts of the school and so the cost is kept minimal. Other schools may brag about their programs, but then you find out that there's a waiting list and a lot of additional cost for those programs. We haven't decided where we will send our kids for high school, but SJCS has guaranteed admission with both Kings Academy and Valley Christian. Personally, I like the idea of keeping them in the smaller middle school at SJCS where they have a chance to be a mentor to the younger kids via the Buddies Program rather than having them on a campus with high schoolers before they're at that point themselves.

I can't say enough about how GREAT our experience was with the Team at Lucciola. My son attended…read moreschool there for a little over one-year (he started at one-year old) - and we, as a family, feel so grateful for the owners/teachers, who are amazingly qualified, caring and most importantly, passionate about the growth/development of children. Our son felt very comfortable with the staff - and definitely enjoyed the healthy/delicious meals, music class (we found he LOVES drums and guitar) and socializing. The facility is clean, beautiful, secure - and as parents (including my wife), we felt comfortable at work during the day knowing he was in a safe, secure, productive and nurturing environment. One aspect of the many I LOVED was they send pictures throughout the day - and this was especially important for me as a parent who worries. It was reassuring to get photos of my son smiling/playing - and put my worries at ease. This is also a testament to the teachers - who are top notch working with the babies/kids, but also great at communicating with parents. They do parent/teacher conferences! I was very impressed with all of the staff. I could go on and on about how much we loved Lucciola - but I will end with a note to the owners/operators (Katrina/Ammy). As a family, we felt the vision/mission/idea of the school come to life for our son - and you should be proud of providing such a great service to families in San Jose. He and so many other children are flourishing because you had the courage to make an idea a reality. Thank you! Any family who is looking for quality childcare in a safe and nurturing environment should seriously consider Lucciola.

Both of our kids attended Lucciola. They enjoyed every second there. Each day they were excited to…read morego to school to see their friends and teachers. I can never express enough graditudes for the teachers at Lucciola. The teachers are absolutely amazing who provided the best environment for our kids to learn, play, and grow. Now that we had moved to another city, we have yet to find any teachers who are as passionate as the teachers here at Lucciola. Even to this day (almost a year), our son still talks about Lucciola and his teachers. To us, this was his second home.

The Willows is more than a preschool - it's a deeply thoughtful, nurturing, and magical place for…read morechildren to grow. As a mostly outdoor, Reggio Emilia-inspired school, The Willows truly honors the natural rhythms of childhood. The teachers meet kids exactly where they are developmentally, with so much respect, patience, and intention. Learning here isn't rushed - it's guided by curiosity, joy, and connection. Over the two years our son attended, he was deeply loved, understood, and supported by a team of teachers who are as skilled as they are warm. He flourished there. Under their gentle, intentional guidance, we saw his social-emotional growth blossom in the most beautiful ways. They didn't just teach, they built relationships. They created a safe, joyful space for him to discover his voice, his confidence, and his love of learning. We feel so lucky to have had these early years rooted in a place that so fully sees and respects the whole child. The Willows will always hold a special place in our hearts.

My daughter has been at The Willows for over four months and we absolutely love the school,…read moreteachers, and the community. This is her first time in a school setting with other children and the teachers are great at helping her get comfortable and warm up in a new environment. We love the indoor/outdoor aspect, and all the unique and creative play-based activities. There's always something new to play with and learn! We couldn't be happier with our choice to enroll here.

We are incredibly grateful to Empire Montessori School for providing such a loving, nurturing and…read moreenriching environment for our daughter over the past year. From the very beginning, the teachers welcomed her with so much warmth and care, making the transition into daycare smooth for both her and us as parents. Over the past year, we have watched her grow in confidence, independence, social skills and curiosity. It has been wonderful to see how much she enjoys going to school each day. The teachers genuinely care about every child and create a safe, engaging environment where children can learn through play and exploration. We also appreciate the excellent communication with parents and the thoughtful celebrations, events and activities throughout the year. As parents, there is no greater comfort than knowing your child is happy, loved and well cared for while you're at work. Empire Montessori has given us that peace of mind every single day. Thank you to the entire team for everything you do. We highly recommend Empire Montessori School to any family looking for a caring and high-quality preschool/daycare.

We've had an overall wonderful experience at Empire Montessori Preschool. My daughter has been…read morethere for almost two years, and we are so grateful for the care and dedication of all her teachers and the principal. Ms. Jas, Ms. Yuen, Ms. Lori, Ms. Janet, and Ms. Edith have all been incredibly patient, supportive, and intentional in helping my daughter grow. She started off quite resistant, but they helped her feel comfortable, safe, and truly at home in the classroom. A special thank you to Ms. Jas and Ms. Yuen, who have put so much effort into nurturing her interest in desk work and helping her develop positive classroom behavior in the Montessori style. I genuinely appreciate the environment they've created--one where I feel completely confident leaving my daughter each day. I also really appreciate the strong security measures in place, including the two code-locked entry doors before entering the school. When my in-laws have picked up my daughter, staff have always checked their ID cards and matched them to her authorized pickup list before releasing her, which gives me great peace of mind. She now runs in with big hugs every end of day, which says everything about the loving relationships she's built with her teachers.

We have been sending our daughter to the preschool program at Challenger School - Almaden for over…read moresix months now, and we couldn't be happier with our experience! The campus is bright, spotless, and features a huge, fantastic playground. The surrounding neighborhood is also beautiful and very pleasant. The staff here is amazing. Ms. Geeta is incredibly nice, highly responsible, and always open to communicating with parents. We also want to give a special thank you to her teachers, Ms. Adriana and Ms. Tina. They are genuinely caring and have taught the kids so much. We are amazed by our daughter's progress. At just 3 years and 4 months old, she can already communicate fluently in English with her friends, write all 26 letters, and spell many English words! Most importantly, our daughter absolutely loves going to school. She actively tells us how much she loves her teachers, her classmates, and the playground. Over the past six months, we've seen such a remarkable transformation in her--she has become so much braver, more sociable, and loves expressing herself. We are absolutely thrilled that we chose Challenger School - Almaden and highly recommend it to any parents!

Best educational decision we've made. After transferring our…read moredaughters from a top Almaden public school to Challenger Almaden, the difference has been staggering. The curriculum in math, grammar, vocabulary, and history is much more rigorous, and they are learning at a far higher level. Despite the subjects being way harder, both love their teachers and are highly engaged instead of being discouraged. We couldn't be happier with our decision!

A wonderful enrichment education program for homeschooler. The director cares deeply for the…read morechildren. 3 of my children took classes there for 3 years. We would have stayed longer if we had not moved. The community of people becomes more like a family and the atmosphere is kind. Everything is project based and inspires a love for learning. I wish Juniper moved with us!

I strongly recommend Juniper Tree Enrichment Program for anyone seeking holistic learning and…read moreemotional regulation in a nurturing environment for your child. My daughter was in Juniper Tree from 2017 to 2021. She started Juniper as a replacement of a Waldorf school she had been attending. Looking back, the school director and teacher Yishan's combined approach of Montessori and Waldorf proved more effective for my kid's learning and overall development. The teachers' and staff's personalized attention to each child in a small group setting, a clean, relaxing and cozy atmosphere that comforts children to stay calm and focused, emphasis on children's emotional growth by teaching how to communicate are not what I could get in any other school including the Waldorf school she attended before. I feel privileged to have met Teacher Yishan since she changed the way my child communicates herself. She turns learning into fun each day where children truly learns and internalizes the subject and empowers each child to cultivate their self-esteem and communication skills. When I spot my kid in an emotionally charged situation, I remind her of what she learned at Juniper Tree and she articulates her feelings and reasoning even now after we departed from Juniper Tree. I am happy to see Juniper Tree growing each year. It will have to be since their educational philosophy and practices are genuinely beneficial for children.

I had to switch my sons daycare short notice and ended up enrolling him here because of the…read moreproximity to where we live and I was impressed when I went to tour. Here are some of the reasons we are very happy with the switch: When we toured my son wanted to stay and for me to leave lol The staff has always treated my son and I with kindness,patience and respect Almost instantly when my son started he came home with a lot of new words in his vocabulary and new songs he had learned at school Aside from location, the actual school is big with 2 classrooms and 2 outside playing areas for the kids They have 2 classes one for younger age group the other for older but the classes come together at several points through out the day. I love the diversity of this school, it's super important to have my son included in a diverse environment. They have pet parakeets which my son loves as I'm sure the other kids Countless educational toys and a lot of art projects Overall the energy of the classrooms when I drop off my son is really great. You can feel the warmth of the class/staff when you walk in. When putting your child in daycare/preschool can be a little intimidating but when you find somewhere that welcomes your child with such warmth, as I have with willow glen academy, you know you're setting that child up for academic success

A lovely, cozy preschool, and in a really convenient location! And, added convenience, the school…read moreprovides breakfast and lunch (ask about dinner, I don't know, since my kid is never there that late), which means I'm not scrambling to pack a lunch. My child has been attending for about 6 months, and their development has been astonishing. They went from barely knowing a few letters to currently sounding out words whenever they can. I've no doubt, they'll be actually READING by summer, when they'll be just 4.5 years. My biggest praise has to go to how they've handled my child's gender exploration. Shortly before beginning preschool, they said they're a girl, and thus they were introduced as a girl. Now, they are sometimes a girl, sometimes a boy, and we inform the teachers in the morning. Never any pushback, just embracing my kid's identity formation.

Mrs. Dora, Mrs. Sharon, Mrs. Chris, and Mrs. Lola have been amazing with our three-year old son,…read moreMilo! Milo was recently diagnosed with high-functioning autism and ADHD, and East Valley Christian Preschool accepted Milo with open arms, have allowed his BT's (Behavior Therapists) in the classroom, and we have seen a huge improvement in his growth. My husband and I just want to send our sincere gratitude for fostering Milo's learning, and being so caring and accommodating. We appreciate you, and all the extra love and care you continue to provide. Forever Grateful, --The Goodman Family

First and foremost, I just want to thank East Valley Christian preschool for being everything we…read moreneeded when we enrolled our little one and everything we still need! Mrs.Dora is a great and helpful director. I always feel welcomed each morning, greeted with a smile and a warm hello! It's always nice because when I drop off my daughter, I leave ready to tackle traffic and a long day at work but with everything I endure first thing at daycare, I'm able to have a smile, I'm able to feel secure and safe as I leave my child. It sets the right tone for my day, thank you to all the staff and specially our teachers Mrs. Juanita and Mrs. Daisy. Some professional areas I love about the school are the academics, the social skills and manners that my daughter learns daily. She comes home singing and is overall happy. The classrooms are clean, the school and church are very clean. The rooms are filled with art work, and are always decorated with each holiday and or season for that month. I would 100 percent recommend East Valley. We love it so much, I am currently enrolling my son into their elementary side! Thanks again to all the staff for keeping my child safe and teaching her about Jesus and all academics!