Smiles Montessori has been wonderful for my toddler! The facility is clean, classrooms are fully…read moreequipped with air conditioning, and there's a nice outdoor playground and eating area. The staff is kind, meals are included, and I love receiving daily photos of my child. It's a no-frills daycare but safe, enriching, and one of the most affordable in the area. My toddler enjoys socializing, consistently learns new things, and comes home happy and ready for a good night's rest. Highly recommend!

I send my daughter here and my experience has been positive. She is learning so much and enjoys…read moregoing to school. The teachers are very nice, caring, and the facility is clean. I get pictures from the school, which really makes my day seeing her playing and thriving. This is my first child and first school so of course, nervous mom but i feel comfortable and safe dropping her off at Smiles. I highly recommend this school for other parents.

I have nothing but praise for Adventures in Learning (AIL). My daughter attended from age 2 to 4.5…read more She was in every classroom and has worked with many teachers. The teachers, and Melinda, provide a safe learning environment. My daughter started August 2020, therefore I can only speak of experience after the pandemic. I must say Melinda and staff handled all of the guidelines to perfection. We were always informed of the latest regarding Covid. AIL is clean and I never felt like it wasn't. My daughter always came home happy with stories, and work, to share. AIL has an easy drop off and pick up system. It is all done through an app. With this app teachers also post photos and daily activities. I always knew what my daughter was doing that day. Communication was also very open. Melinda always responded to emails, and teachers always responded to messages from the app. My daughter always came back happy. She was safe and loved. I pulled her from AIL because I wanted her to attended the same school as sibling. She was very sad to leave her friends. She was devasted to leave the teachers she has known since age 2. I also want to add that Ms. Nora greatly helped with potty training. My daughter saw other kids with underwear and Ms. Nora assisted with encouraging her to get rid of diapers and be a big girl with underwear. I highly recommend AIL. Safety and my daughter's social emotional being were definitely met.

Update on my review since my daughter started in 2019 she is now in kindergarten stood here from…read more2-5 went through all the class rooms and ever single teacher is amazing I mean amazing the kids are their babies and I appreciate it. Melinda was amazing running stuff smoothly during Covid my son has now been there a year and a half and I plan to keep him there Mrs Raquel did an awesome job getting my daughter ready for kinder she tested going into kinder and was above average thank you all your doing great Mrs Darcie Mrs Jessica Mrs Nora they are all the best thank you ladies

My son started here at the end of the school year, right before summer camp in 2023! He started off…read morein the Caterpillar classroom for a few months with Mrs. Rosa who was such a kind and patient teacher! The class size was small, and while it took my son a few weeks to adjust, by the time he moved up to Butterfly, he was thriving in his new routine! Mrs. Becca and Ms. Paola taught my son for a full year, plus summer camp and they were the most caring duo of teachers. My son loved all of the staff and I would recommend the school to anyone! The school was well priced for the quality care, and amazing teachers. My son learned so much and was well prepared for TK! Thank you Little Learners!

My daughter has been at Little Learners since she turned two. As a first-time parent, I was unsure…read moreof what to look for in a preschool. We toured several schools in the area, but ultimately chose Little Learners due to its convenient location, the vibrant art on the walls, and the evident happiness of the other kids. After six months, we transitioned her to full-time, and she absolutely loves it. She's made many friends and comes home with new crafts every day. The summer was packed with exciting activities, and I had the chance to join in person while on maternity leave. It's incredible how much fun and learning the kids experience here! Even though my daughter isn't in their class, all the teachers know her, and I always feel welcomed when I drop her off in the morning.

My son has attended Miller's for over 2 years now, and I continue to have so much appreciation for…read moreSue and her staff! As my son is now 3.5, they are very focused on helping him learn how to recognize and write the alphabet letters. We would arrive at pickup but he would insist on finishing tracing his letters.. which we were so thrilled to see. The staff here instills a love of learning in our son that we're so grateful for. And one thing that has been absolutely invaluable and heartfelt is... how much thought and intention goes into preparing and cooking nutritious and delicious meals for the kids. Sue and her staff provide breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack, and they are all home cooked, hearty, and HEALTHY! I'm very conscious of what my kids eat, and the meals here give me so much comfort that I don't have to worry about them eating all the typical other foods like hot dogs and pizzas and burgers. I remember Sue telling me how she makes homemade chicken and bone broth, and will use that as a base for some of the meals or will use some of it when sautéing the veggies that they then serve. They're so focused on providing a well rounded experience for the students here - from manners to confidence to education to wonderful meals and beyond - and I am sooo thankful. I cannot recommend Miller's more!

We love Millers Preschool! My daughter adores her buddies and the staff--Abbey, Alan, and Sue…read more Their days are filled with fun, educational activities, and I love that they spend time outdoors in the playground and occasionally go out on buggy rides. They also provide homemade, healthy meals, which is such a huge plus. The kids and parents are all so pleasant, and it truly feels like a community. We recently attended our first annual Christmas party and had an amazing time. Highly recommend!

Both of my kids attended Early Childhood Montessori Preschool, and it has been a great experience…read more The teachers are incredibly warm, patient, and supportive. My kids learned so much during their time here. By the time they started kindergarten, they were well-prepared in math and spelling, giving them a strong foundation. Besides academics, they also brought home the most adorable crafts and drawings for special occasions--handmade gifts for Mother's Day, surprise goodies for Christmas, cute Thanksgiving drawings and so much more. We would recommend Early Childhood Montessori Preschool.

This review is long overdue. I absolutely adore this preschool. Both of my sons have loved going…read morehere and have been attending since infancy. My oldest attended this school from age 6 months until he turned 5 and enrolled in Pre-K a couple months ago. My youngest has attended from 3 months old and he's now almost 4. The Montessori way of teaching is so wonderful and one of the biggest reasons I chose this school. I didn't want to take my kids to a daycare that would show Cocomelon all day. At this school, my kids learned to write their names and others' before they went to pre-K and can tell me all the planets, continents, and random facts about nearly everything. It's really hard to leave your baby with someone else, but the owner Madhuri is truly one of a kind. I trust her and the staff she picks with my whole heart. As babies, they were handled with care and love. Each day, I would get a paper daily recap from the caregivers showing what/when my baby ate, drank, and went potty. The caregiver would also chat with me and tell me of any milestones or anything funny my baby did. These women are so kind, attentive, and patient with the babies, and are vetted by the owner extensively. When my boys turned 2, they went into the toddler class. I saw a huge jump in development in the months that followed the transition. The teachers of the toddler class, Ms. Jessica and Ms. Z, taught both of my sons and are always so kind and attentive. Once they turned 3, they went into what my sons call the "big kid"classroom. This is where they were given daily Montessori jobs and their development jumped even more. Ms. Angela and Ms. Angie are patient, kind, and so, so great with kids. My sons absolutely adore all the teachers, and we've been lucky enough to not experience as much turnover that is common in the daycare/preschool setting. All the teachers I mention above have been with the school for several years which helped my boys develop meaningful connections. As with any school/daycare, make sure to label your kid's items because several babies/toddlers have similar things and it can be easily mixed up. I saw a few comments mentioning that but I've never had an issue. Sending my kids to this preschool set them up to be ahead in pre-K/Kindergarten. I am so glad I found this school. If we are lucky enough to have more kids, I would sign them up at this preschool in a heartbeat.

We have been at Children's House now for over 2 years and its been amazing watching my son blossom…read moreinto the little boy he is today. They truly put so much love and work into their kids and it shows! This isn't just a place to "watch" your kids- they are always actively teaching them whether its shapes, numbers, alphabet, or scripture/hymns. They always have events and special guests to help entertain the kids as well. This year they had all different kids of professions come in and show the kids what they do (dental assistant showing the importance of brushing teeth, medical assistants showing how to use a stethoscope, and even firemen and police officer visits! My son talked about the fire truck for weeks!) They also have school programs twice a year for the kids to put on a performance and sing about the Lord. They have a great outdoor playground area- my son always comes home with shoes full of sand! Around Christmas time, they will put on fundraisers and get new toys for the classrooms and the kids get to open the "presents". It's truly wonderful. My son has grown attached to all of his teachers- he even likes to say goodnight to them before bed! THAT is what you want from a childcare provider! Someone who will love your child as their own and teach them about God and his love. I couldn't be happier with Children's House and the staff- they are really extended family for us. I have attached some photos- I have so many but do not want to post of other children just in case their parents do not want them online! But I can say that my son has made some very close friends that we see often outside of the Children's House too!

Our son attended CH for almost 10 months. We saw meaningful growth in him during his time here and…read morethere was a lot we liked. With that said, I'm sharing this perspective because it is not reflected in other reviews and may be helpful for some parents. This is a structured, routine driven program that may work well for children who naturally adapt to that environment. However, for younger toddlers (especially boys), we found there was less flexibility. Our son experienced some behavioral challenges, as well as a phase of biting, which began during his time at the school and was also an issue for other children in the classroom. At the school's recommendation, we enrolled our son in therapy. We listened to the feedback, took it seriously and followed through on every recommendation. The school also made efforts by bringing forward ideas, trying multiple approaches and working collaboratively with us. His pediatrician and therapists confirmed his behavior was developmentally normal and not a cause for concern. Over time, however, it became clear, based on feedback we received, that he was being more closely watched and corrected than other children. His therapist, who observed him in the school environment, noted that similar behaviors from other children were handled differently and that our son was more frequently singled out. In situations where another child initiated something and he reacted, he was often the one reprimanded. We also felt the increased attention on negative behavior may have unintentionally reinforced it, creating a cycle where it was heightened rather than improved. Communication was limited. The app provides a photo or two, but there was little information beyond that. We also experienced other concerns, including our child's situation being shared with another parent and a noticeable shift in how we were treated toward the end after we shared we were exploring other school options (felt like we did not have much of a choice). Interactions became distant, which made the last couple of weeks unnecessarily uncomfortable. We paid on time, participated in classroom events and sign ups, gave classroom gifts and recommended the school to friends who ultimately enrolled. Despite that, we never felt fully welcomed. This may be a great fit for families whose children naturally align with a more rigid/structured environment. For younger children who need more flexibility and support through typical developmental phases, it may not be the right fit. Structure is important, but at a young age, freedom and flexibility is equally necessary for children to feel supported as they grow.

The International School of Orange County has been so far the best decision I've made for my son's…read moreeducation. Introducing him to French at an early age from the mommy and moi program as a toddler to starting full time classes at Pre-K, he is code switching from English to French and singing songs he learns in class. We do not speak French in our household and this School gives my son French cultural and language experience. The faculty and staff have been very supportive and welcoming us to the school. I appreciate the faculty to student ratio. The teachers are very caring and nurturing. My son goes to school every morning with a smile. Great French Immersion School in Orange County accredited by French Ministry of Education.

This is such an AMAZING school! Truly a wonderful experience for your child that you can't get…read moreanywhere else in OC (private or public). Between the immersive language environment, small classroom sizes, a very passionate and nurturing staff, diverse families (all types of cultural and professional backgrounds) and lot's of extracurricular opportunities; this school builds bright and confident students. The overall community is kind and vibrant. Also, a lot more modest than other private schools in the area I have been exposed to. Parents sacrifice to send their kids here and they do so happily and knowing it is well worth it. Give this school your consideration. The summer camp is a great way to get a feel for the French curriculum :)

We've had such a great experience with this daycare. From day one, our daughter has felt genuinely…read morewelcome and part of a sweet little community. We loved how they celebrated everything from Holi to Christmas, Halloween, Easter, and Valentine's Day. The kids have an active social calendar! Now she's "graduating" this summer, and we can't believe how much she's grown during her time here. She's leaving more confident and social. We're so grateful for the warm, caring environment they've created--it's made a lasting impact on our family.

If you're a parent who's researching and reviewing different preschools around Anaheim Hills, don't…read moreoverlook SHA! It's tucked away in a little plaza and really checked off a lot of our boxes when searching for the right place for our daughter. Pros: 1) This place offered flexibility - they have various options ranging from a few days a week for 3 or 5 hours or full days (drop off and pick anytime between 7am-6pm ish) 2) The owner is very communicative - whenever I had questions (before enrolling) and throughout attending SHA, Vik was always quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Communication is consistent and they use the Lilio app. I got photos / updates of what my child was doing on a daily basis. Communication gets sent out immediately if a child has hand foot mouth, pink eye, etc. 3) Diversity - it was important to find a place that valued diversity, and SHA does a wonderful job celebrating diversity by inviting families to come and share about their own cultural traditions / holidays throughout the year. They also encourage family involvement in events throughout the year which I really loved. 4) Last but not least, a fun and safe learning environment - as a parent who was looking for the first preschool to enroll her daughter in, we wanted to make sure that we felt comfortable dropping off our child in a place where she felt safe and comfortable. They don't have cameras for parents to monitor their kids on, but we have always felt our child was in good hands in their care. My daughter never once complained about going to preschool -- she looked forward to going everyday! During the summer they also have a bunch of fun events like water play days, visits from magicians and 'mad scientists'. Now while there's so much to love about this preschool, especially the dedicated and compassionate teachers (who are what make the school special), it was disheartening to see a lot of the long term teachers leave this year. It was crucial for me to find a preschool that had consistent teachers, and we were very very lucky to have Ms Destany for the entire duration of the school year, but the constant turnover in staff was a bit alarming. Not sure what was going on here but it seemed like staff did not feel valued. Would've given this place 5 stars if it weren't for this.

Threatened with Disenrollment for Asking a Simple Question…read more I rarely write public reviews, but my recent experience with Little Scholars Academy and staff member Shehara Devendra left me shocked and disappointed. The issue began with something simple: I dropped off extra clothes for my child and was told they would be labeled by the school. Later, when I picked them up, none had been labeled as promised. I politely messaged the school, explained the situation, and respectfully requested that only the unlabeled items be returned so I could label them myself. What I received in response was not acknowledgment or accountability, but vague reassurances and generic replies that completely ignored the specific concern I had raised. Instead of acknowledging the oversight, I was told to "trust the process" -- as if my concern was rooted in distrust, when in reality I had simply asked for follow-through and clarity. I remained calm and polite in every message, even thanking them multiple times. At no point did I use disrespectful or inappropriate language. Despite this, I was later told by the Director that my child's enrollment could be discontinued if I was ever "disrespectful" again. After receiving that email from the Director, my family felt humiliated, anxious, and unsure of what to do next. After much hesitation, we decided to email the school to withdraw our child from enrollment. The school replied, asking us which date we wanted our child's last day to be. Because we were unfamiliar with their withdrawal process, we politely asked for more detailed guidance -- specifically, what the procedure would be and what date would work for the school. Instead of receiving any instructions, the school simply stopped responding. Then, one morning at drop-off, I was confronted at the door by staff member Shehara. She blocked the entrance and demanded that I give her a specific last day for my child's attendance. This was done while my child was crying in fear and distress, and while other parents were lined up behind us trying to drop off their children. I asked her repeatedly if my child was allowed to attend class that day, but she replied that she "didn't know" and insisted I give her a date immediately. In the end, I had to almost ask for permission for my child to enter class, promising I would confirm the withdrawal date later that day. Only then did she allow my child to go inside. This was not the only example of pressured compliance. Shehara insisted we purchase the school's preferred diaper brand, even though we already had a large supply of another suitable brand, making us feel that noncompliance might result in mistreatment of our child. The Director, who has never been present during our drop-offs or pick-ups, nonetheless defended her staff without ever having witnessed these incidents. Rather than working with us as partners in our child's care, they created an environment where asking a simple question was treated as a disciplinary problem. As a parent, I believe in collaborating with teachers and staff, and in standing up when communication breaks down and basic respect is lacking. I expected better from a school entrusted with my child's care. It's disappointing that a parent raising a simple concern -- calmly and constructively -- could be treated as a disciplinary problem, then later confronted publicly at the school door, instead of being treated as a partner in their child's education. I share this experience in the hope it brings attention to the importance of accountability, empathy, and clear communication in childcare. Parents should be able to ask questions and express concerns without being threatened with disenrollment, ignored when seeking guidance, or put in uncomfortable and public confrontations during drop-off. I strongly urge parents to consider these experiences before enrolling at Little Scholars Academy. Your family deserves a school that values transparency, respect, and true partnership with parents.

My wife and I really like the school and staff here. But what really matters is our daughter LOVES…read morethem! From her very first day, she's actually been happy to go. This truly isn't just a daycare, but a school where your little one will learn and grow. We also love how many photos they send us through the app they use. Seeing your happy kid is a nice little boost to get you through the workday.

A small school with a family feel. We sent both of our kids through Oakridge from Kindergartn to…read more8th grade. They both went on to Crean Lutheran High School and master's degrees at Concordia, and Cal Poly/SDSU. This school is small enough that the parents have a say in things that are heard by the staff and acted upon. If you want to be involved in a family run education, I would highly recommend Oakridge!

It's an over due review...my kid has been with the school since TK and now she is at 5th grade. She…read moreis doing excellent academically bc they are teaching a grade ahead, so she felt challenged but not overwhelmed. The class sizes are very small about 10-20 students per class and for younger kids, the teachers are so sweet and loving and they get a lot of attention due to the class size. Ms. Wolfe and Ms. carnahae got teaches of the OC before and they truly are wonderful teachers that makes thing fun for the kids. I still remember all the projects very fondly. 5th grade at Oakridge is considered middle school. At first, I was worried if it's too early but they prepped them well and these kids are ready. They are so independent communicating with the teachers and checking and submitting their own assignments online. And the middle school teachers are all so wonderful! My kid especially loves the science teacher, Mr. Thatcher bc he is funny and also explains things well to them. He got nominated as teacher of OC this year. They also offered a lot of after school programs for middle school, they started having their own sport teams for boys and girls. This year, my kid started showing interesting in volleyball and basketball and it's very good opportunity for her to try bc practice happens at school and most games were at the campus as well. She now told Me she wants to try soccer next as well. This place might not have the fanciest structures but it's the people and the community matters that makes things great! The parents are so involved and welcoming...we pretty much know all of the kids and parents from different grades there.