I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for Ms Roy, Ms Kritika, Ms Tarika and…read morethe entire kindergarten team. They are amazing educators, and we couldn't speak more highly of them. My son recently completed the kindergarten program here and I want to speak about our experience while it's fresh in my mind. We have been so extremely happy by the academic growth he achieved this year. He is now reading confidently, working at a level ahead in math, and writing complete paragraphs. We appreciate the structured curriculum and thoughtful lesson plans that challenged him and helped him build a strong academic foundation. Thank you to his teachers and the supporting staff for their role, we can't recommend this program enough. Please consider scholars if you have any tk/kinder aged children.

My elder daughter has been going to scholars for over a year now. She started when she just turned…read more3 and we felt ready to put her into an institution from a home based daycare. It was the right decision, because we have seen her grow so much from her time at scholars. The teachers really pour their heart into nurturing and caring for the kids. She comes home with amazing art work, work sheets and tells us about all the new things she learns every week. They organize a lot of events where parents get a chance to connect with teachers and other parents. The annual spring and winter concerts are very well organized and it's rewarding to see the community come together. Overall it's been a very fulfilling experience and we're glad we found scholars ! They encourage outdoor playtime and also hone kids' personal preferences as well. Their reports are also very detailed and specific for each kid. They have also started meal service which is a huge relief for busy parents. I cannot wait to send my younger daughter to scholars once she's ready.

We are so happy to have spent our pre K ， K and first-grade in this campus. It has been years full…read moreof love, fun, and exciting activities. We will cherish all the wonderful memories and keep all the good memories. As we move on to second grade, we will carry these happy experiences with us. We like this campus and are grateful for such a wonderful year.

We are very happy with our experience at Stratford! Our son has been attending Stratford at the…read moreAlmaden campus since kindergarten. All his teachers, Ms Sangeetha & Ms Allie (K), Ms Shilpa (1st grade), have been excellent at encouraging our son to do well and have also provided critical feedback when needed. Our son adores his teachers and has made friends that hopefully stay for lifelong. We also like the balance Stratford offers in terms of academics and extra-curriculars. One minor feedback for the school would be to improve the summer program as our experience has been alright thus far. More creative program options would be nice. Overall, very happy with Stratford Almaden.

We enrolled our daughter at Valley Oak when she was 2 years and 5 months old. She is our only…read morechild, and during the week, my mother cares for her while my husband and I work. While we are very grateful for my mother's help, we noticed our daughter was having too much screen time. That's when we decided to enroll her in preschool so she could socialize with other children and adults. She currently attends three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday). I was very apprehensive at first. My daughter cried a lot in the beginning, and leaving her each morning filled me with guilt. I found myself constantly second-guessing our decision--were we starting too early? Should we wait another year? During the school orientation, we heard from other parents whose children had similar struggles adjusting at first, but eventually settled into their new routine within about a month. I was still skeptical. There were days when I wanted to quit, but we pushed through those first four weeks--and I'm so glad we did. Eventually, my daughter stopped crying during the drive to school and at drop-off. I can confidently say that the love and care from her four teachers made all the difference in her transition. Ms. Sasmita, Ms. Anitha, Ms. Van, and Ms. Kathy are incredibly patient, kind, and nurturing. They truly care for my daughter as if she were their own. One example that stands out is how they handle her comfort items--her milk bottle and her blanket. Instead of forcing her to give them up, they gently encourage her and thoughtfully support her transition during school time. To me, this is going above and beyond. I worked in childcare for six years at a well-known nonprofit organization, starting as a teacher's aide, then becoming a teacher, and eventually a center director. Because of this, I feel I have a strong basis for comparison--and I can say that the Montessori approach here is truly exceptional. What I appreciate most are the practical life skills being taught. My daughter comes home excited to show us how she can match socks, fold clothes, and even sweep with a dustpan. She has always been independent (she's an Aries, after all!), but I've noticed that now she actively wants to participate in everyday tasks because she's practicing what she learns at school. I could share so much more, but I truly have nothing but positive feedback for this school. I hope that sharing our experience brings comfort to new and prospective parents. Best of luck!

*Update as of August 6, 2026* It is very disappointing to…read morereceive an inaccurate response from the VOM management team stating that no tour appointment was scheduled for the Evergreen location. As noted in my original account, I waited outside the facility until approximately 4:15 p.m. and remained in my vehicle near the front entrance until about 4:20 p.m. to see whether a staff member would open the door. No one did. I also did not receive any missed calls or courtesy voicemails indicating that staff attempted to contact me. Please do not misrepresent the circumstances or suggest that VOM made efforts to resolve the situation when there is no record of those attempts. +++++ Service Requested I scheduled a tour of the facility to consider for preschool enrollment on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. When I arrived, the door was locked. I rang the doorbell twice and received no response. I then proceeded and called the phone number posted on the front door, 408-539-1222. The employee asked which location I was visiting, and I confirmed the San Felipe location. I was told they would contact someone to open the door. After waiting an additional 10 minutes, I knocked on the door again and still received no response. Quality The lack of communication and assistance made this a very disappointing experience, especially for a scheduled school tour. Value Based on today's experience and the level of inadequate customer service provided, I will not be considering this school for school enrollment.

We have been part of the Bright Little Minds family for years, and they continue to exceed every…read moreexpectation. Our older son attended when he was preschool age, and we absolutely loved watching him thrive under their exceptional care. When it was time for our daughter to start preschool, we knew exactly where she belonged--and she has been thriving here for over six months now! The staff at Bright Little Minds truly, deeply care about the children. What I love most is that they provide a warm, nurturing school environment that reminds me of the wonderful, supportive community I personally grew up in. It is rare to find a place that feels like home while perfectly setting kids up to grow, learn, and succeed. We are so grateful to the entire team! Bright little mind Montessori isn't in the most convenient location for our family due to distance and direction, but it is totally worth our investment and extra time spent on drop offs and pick ups.

Our son has been attending Bright Little Minds Montessori for the past four months, and we have…read morebeen happy with his care. The staff are incredibly compassionate and attentive toward the babies, which gives us so much peace of mind as parents. They create a warm, pleasant environment and consistently engage the children in fun, age-appropriate activities that support learning and development. It's clear that the teachers genuinely care about each child, and we truly feel this is a place where our son can learn, grow, and thrive. We are grateful to have found Bright Little Minds Montessori.

This school has been awesome for us and my daughter. She's been going here since pre k and how…read moreshe's doing 1st grade work. The one on one is amazing it's like getting a private tutor. Mrs joan and the staffs are wonderful teachers. I highly recommend.

The Learning Company is a great value for the amount of dedicated attention my child receives.read more

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.

Joy School has been the highlight of our recent move to the Bay Area. While COVID has changed how…read morethe school assembles a bit (less parent participation and more outdoor class)- the environment and outcome has not changed a bit. We were looking for a play-based preschool program and this exceeded our expectations. My daughter comes home with stories of all the fun activities- whether it be art projects or gardening in the back and unlimited "Joy School songs". Over the last year as we've worked through preschool in a pandemic, Mrs Deborah and the other parents have been so respectful and wonderful. The small class size, outdoor focus, hand washing, and sanitizing measures have been super effective in keeping everyone safe...and full of joy. We are so happy to be a part of it!

We have twins who have just completed their first year at Joy school and we are happy to say they…read more will be returning for a second year. They both have learned and grown so much in the past year at Joy School. It is a home based parent participation setting. It is very affordable and accommodating for children and parents. We found out about Joy School at a near by neighborhood park where the Joy kids frequent. I was introduced to Mrs. Deborah who was very nice and told me about the program she runs there. She gave me a business card and we contacted her as soon as the twins were potty trained Mrs. Deborah is very patient and does a great job bringing out the best in each and every child. Each school day is filled with activities that keep kids excited and engaged making learning all subjects fun for them. She has created many positive and interactive songs that the kids love to sing along to. Mrs Debrah plays many different instruments, sings, reads books to them, plans exciting field trips, plenty of arts and craft projects, cooking, performing arts and more. Great experience!

We were referred here by a friend as his son was attending the school. We contact Ms. Jenny for a…read morevisit and she gladly scheduled it with me. We took our 2 years old son with us on the visit as we wanted to include him in the process and help make the transition to school smoother for him. The school is part of a church but the preschool curriculum does not appear to be focus on religion. We started with a p/t schedule for about 1.5 months then transition him to f/t. I would say it took him about 2 months to fully transition. However, I did not have any worries as Ms. Jenny and the other teachers/paraprofessionals are very kind, friendly, supportive and knowledgeable of child development. I like that they did not pressure my son with potty training him but encourages him daily to use the toilet. They understand that every child's development is different and that my son is ready when he is. He eventually sat on the toilet but did not do his business and everything clicked when he turned 3 as he is now potty trained. :) Now that my son is used to preschool, he is excited to go to school every day and happy to share with me his classwork/artwork whenever I pick him up. He leaves the school smiling and saying bye to all his friends and teachers. Further, he is always singing songs and talking about things he has learn from school. I am so glad that he is having such a positive experience here and I know that he will definitely be ready for Kindergarten when the time comes. (+) Accepts children 2+ years Potty Trains (no extra $ to tuition) Affordable Tuition (given it being in the Evergreen area) Flexible P/T & F/T schedule Playground on site and is fenced up Diverse staff Diverse group of students Lots of Activity and Holiday crafts Weekly classwork (sent home at end of week) Daily Drop off/Pick Up log for parents to sign (-) This did not affect my 5-stars rating but I feel it is a concern even though the teacher has eyes on the children all the time. The door to the preschool can be easily opened from inside as it is has a push bar. Any child can open it and of course, any one can come in. I think it should be locked and a doorbell should be installed or some other steps to take to prevent a child bolting out or a stranger coming in. Does not hurt to be too safe.

My child attends ABC preschool started at 2.5 yr old and I'm…read moresuper satisfied with my experience. - Passionate teachers - Kids are clean - classroom cleanness - happy children - affordable especially in the Evergreen area - always keep the parents informed ex-kid had accident -ouch report -COV19 protocols checks temperature ensure if any kids will be sent home.