It is a pretty good school for elementary kids. The staff and teacher are always respectful and…read morewelling to help if you need to.

Do not recommend because there's some kids Cussing and you wouldn't want your kid to do that some…read morestudents are judging giving you weird looks and sometimes they are rude and some are nice they might gossip and so not recommend this for your child safety

My wife and I are thrilled with the care and overall development our two children received during…read moretheir three years at Building Blocks. We were especially impressed with our son's readiness for pre-kindergarten as he entered this next level of education. He is currently in the top 3% of his class, which we strongly believe is a result of the strong educational foundation and overall development he gained at Building Blocks. After being tested to assess his academic levels, he showed a high level of acumen in vocabulary, spelling, and reading comprehension. In addition to his academic growth, we have also noticed significant development in his social and emotional skills, particularly in how he interacts with other students in his class. We are extremely grateful to have had Building Blocks play such an important role in our children's early years, and we feel very fortunate to have been part of such a supportive and nurturing environment. Sincerely, Kenny & Rea McDaniel

Building Blocks Daycare has been incredible! As a nervous first time mom, it can be scary trusting…read moreanother individual with your baby. But Sandra and her staff have been so caring, helpful and communicative in my daughter's care. At the end of the day when I pick her up she is always happy! I love seeing her report card for the day detailing her eating and sleeping habits (it's such a bonus that she sleeps so well there!). Her prices for care are very reasonable and I also just prefer supporting a small business over those huge daycare centers. Although it's a daycare, Sandra operates just like a preschool with great crafts, lessons and social emotional learning that makes all the kids so engaged. Simply said, we're big fans!

I write this from my perspective and also recognize every family and child has unique needs and no…read moredaycare is one size fits all. Our family has had an incredible experience at Vineyard Montessori and I will forever be grateful for all the AMAZING teachers who have worked with our children! We honestly couldn't have asked for a more nurturing and stimulating environment for our children. From day one, the staff has gone above and beyond to ensure our children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. We have a child who started in the toddler program and just transitioned out to start Kindergarten and is incredibly prepared for the transition. We have another child who started in the infant program and will be starting the toddler transition program soon. Two very different children with different needs who are THRIVING and LEARNING so much! Both of our kids are excited to go to school and look forward to seeing their friends and teachers! Some Notable Highlights: * Play-Based Learning: The daily schedule balances structured learning with imaginative play, helping children build early math, literacy, and social skills naturally. * Developmental Milestones: Teachers tailor activities to each child's age group, introducing science experiments, art, and music. * Kindergarten Readiness: The older classrooms focus on foundational skills like following multi-step directions, sharing, and early writing without losing the joy of childhood. Care * Warm & Compassionate Staff: The teachers and caregivers treat every child like family, offering gentle guidance and plenty of affection during drop-offs and throughout the day. * Daily Updates: We receive regular photo updates, notes about meals, nap times, and bathroom habits through their parent communication app for the younger child. The pre-k program does provide daily updates and this has also helped prep us as parents for when elementary schools starts and we don't get those daily updates. * Individualized Attention: Staff members know our child's unique personality, preferences, and soothing techniques, making us feel completely supported as parents. Including teachers that are not particularly assigned to their classroom know them and care for them! Safety * Secure Facility: The center uses a secure key code check-in system, and requires emergency contacts to show ID at pick up. * Cleanliness: Classrooms, toys, and common areas are clean, with strict sanitation protocols enforced throughout the day. And involve the children in this routine which translates at home as well! My 5 year old is excited to help with her "jobs" at home like she does at school. * Health Policies: Clear guidelines on illness keep everyone protected, and staff are proactive about handwashing. Engagement * Interactive Activities: Days are packed with structured activities, outdoor playground time, music circles, and group storytelling that keep children actively participating. Diversity in topics taught, clear calendar of topics discussed during the month and learning activities. * Special Events: The daycare hosts family-inclusive events like seasonal celebrations and art shows, building a strong sense of community. My child has made butter, jam, bread, and ice cream at the daycare with her teacher and friends! Which is so cool and highlight for both of my kids! They have water day Friday's in July which the kids love and look forward to! We highly recommend Vineyard Montessori to any family looking for a high-quality, loving, and secure environment for their child(ren).

My son attended Vineyard Montessori from 9/3/2024 to 8/29/2025 between the ages of 2.5-3.5. I've…read moretaken several months to process what our family experienced there, and I'm now ready to share our story. Like many families, we waited months just to tour this school. It came highly recommended within the Sacramento/Elk Grove parent community, and we were initially very impressed. Our son has a slight speech delay, which I disclosed from the beginning. The staff assured us it would not be an issue and that they would nurture and support him. We believed he would thrive here. After a couple of months, the school moved him into the transition classroom where they begin potty training and encourage more independence. My husband and I expressed multiple concerns that he was not ready. He had just gotten comfortable with the toddler classroom routine and was happy there. The staff insisted he had to move because he had "aged out" and was "too big" to stay. (He is in the 99th percentile for height and weight.) They said it was unsafe for him to remain with smaller toddlers--even though there had never been a single incident involving our child. He played well with others and was loved by his teachers. We trusted the school's recommendation and agreed to the move. Looking back, this was our first red flag. From April through August, the transition class attempted to potty train him--unsuccessfully. As we had explained several times, he simply was not developmentally ready. He could not yet communicate when he needed to go, which is one of the most basic signs of readiness. At the end of August, we were called in for a parent-teacher conference. This is where everything changed. We were told that because of his size, he needed to move into the Pre-K classroom. However, they also admitted they did not believe he was ready for that environment because the teacher-to-child ratio is larger and he requires more redirection and attention throughout the day--something that is completely normal for toddlers. When I asked if he could remain in the transition class, even if it meant repeating the year, I was told no. Again, the reason given was that he was "too big" for the classroom. Instead, we were given 30 days to find a new childcare provider because our son did not meet their expectations. Anyone who has searched for childcare knows how unrealistic this is. Most centers have long waitlists just to tour and even longer waitlists to enroll. During the meeting, Ms. Julie casually said it should be easy for us to find another provider because there were "plenty of options." That statement alone showed how disconnected the leadership is from the reality parents face. My child was essentially judged for his size and his speech delay. Ms. Julie and Ms. Jenny made us feel like there was something seriously wrong with our son and even suggested he might need one-on-one care or homeschooling. What made this even more shocking is that none of these behavioral concerns had ever been brought to our attention before this meeting. Suddenly we were told he wasn't listening, was aggressive, and had trouble paying attention. Fast forward to today: our son is thriving at another daycare. Within the first month, he began speaking more words than he did during his entire year at Vineyard Montessori. This experience was incredibly disappointing and emotionally draining for our family. We felt judged, dismissed, and pushed out rather than supported. For a school that markets itself as nurturing and child-centered, our experience told a very different story. After speaking with other families, we learned that this situation is not unique to us. When several families share the same experience, it stops being an isolated incident and starts looking like a pattern. To be fair, I do want to acknowledge that the teachers themselves were kind and caring. Ms. Casey even cried during the meeting because she genuinely cared about my son and was sad to see him leave. I don't blame the teachers--it seemed clear they were simply following the decisions of the directors. I'm sharing our experience so other parents can make an informed decision before enrolling their children here.

We are so grateful that our son has been at LMP for the last 3 years. The staff is simply…read moreincredible. They are caring, invested, and communicate very well. We experienced a lot of turnover at a previous school while our son was on the LMP waitlist, but now we know exactly who will be there and that he'll be well cared for and loved each day. It's not uncommon during a weekend adventure for our son to ask to share something he's doing with a teacher. He looks at his teachers like family and is always excited to get back to school each Monday. The activities and curriculum are great as well. Weekly themes tie the art, science, and dramatic play together. The activities are creative and exciting for the kids, and he always comes home wanting to learn more. Covid has presented many childcare challenges, and LMP has navigated the pandemic incredibly well. They have been clear on protocols, communicated well, and we've always felt that our son will be as safe as he possibly could be at a preschool. We appreciate how seriously they have handled the health and safety of our child over the past 2 years. We can't recommend LMP enough and will miss it when he moves to Kindergarten this summer. We owe a huge debt of gratitude to Haley and her wonderful staff!

My wife and I absolutely love LMP! Ms. Haley and all of the teachers are wonderful with the…read morechildren. Great for learning, development, healthy atmosphere, outdoor activities, etc. We have our second child at LMP and 100% recommend!

Discover Montessori, where my daughter currently attends, has a few openings (2-3 spots for…read morethree-day programs). As a self-proclaimed picky mom with high standards, I can honestly say this school has exceeded my expectations. When I drop my daughter off, it doesn't feel like I'm leaving her at a daycare--it feels more like she's spending the day at a loving grandma's house. The teachers are incredibly kind, diverse, and attentive. Every week they create enriching activities like gym, science, music, Spanish, art, and crafts. They celebrate holidays, embrace diversity and inclusion, and bring so much creativity into the classroom. The spacious backyard is another highlight--kids spend plenty of time outdoors, playing, exploring, and enjoying fresh air every day. What I love most is the sense of community--parents are engaged, educated, and involved in participation programs. We felt so supported that even though my daughter was accepted into two TK programs, we chose to keep her here for another year. If you're looking for a nurturing, joyful, and inspiring place for your little one, I can't recommend Discover Montessori enough!

Our 3.5 year old has been going here since October 2023 and he's doing amazing! We were sold on DM…read moreafter being introduced to the teachers and shown the outdoor classroom. The teachers are kind, proficient in Montessori education and easy to talk to. The outdoor classroom provides lots of space for kids to run around and even features a new beautiful mural care of the 2024 graduates! The indoor classroom was also recently renovated and is bright and clean. DM requires 20 parent involvement program (PIP) hours per family each year. The PIP hours encourage community at DM and I've gotten to know other families at the school as a result. There are opportunities to earn PIP hours by serving on the board, cleaning the yard & school, baking, sewing, laundry, arts/crafts, or even showing up to events!

My child started at CSP around age 3, after starting at another preschool in the area, and was here…read moreuntil moving to Kindergarten. My child thrived at CSP, because of the loving, attentive, supportive, well-trained and vetted teachers here. I cannot speak highly enough of the school. I received thoughtful feedback from the teachers and program director during my child's time there. My child was more prepared than others entering Kindergarten, both academically and socially, because of the special environment here. This is also a place that is incredibly accommodating and helpful for working parents - they have great hours and limited closures during the year. I knew my child was always safe and getting the best care!

Great preschool in East sac. We've loved having our child attend the past 2+ years and have been so…read morefortunate to find a place we feel comfortable and safe leaving our child. The teachers are kind and caring and our child has thrived in this very supportive environment. We love that it has a smaller feel compared to some of the larger programs where your child gets lost in the mix. We wish there was more outdoor space but feel they've maximized play space with what they have and our child has never complained. We started our child here when she'd just turned 2 and they created such a safe supportive place for her - we look forward to enrolling our next child when they are of age!

My son loved attending the school. I felt he was safe while he was there and he enjoyed the…read morefriendships and bonds made. It was a positive experience.

My daughter just graduated from learning tree preschool. We highly recommend this place. Each…read moreteacher is really attentive, caring, and sweet. My daughter had Ms. Robin but all of their teachers help each other out for afternoon play and morning check-ins. So, If you have a 3-5 year old that's potty trained, I would suggest this is the place to be. They have a great curriculum and the kiddos developed great social skills. I wish I had more kids so I can send them to learning tree. It's a great transition before starting kindergarten. They are opened from 7am to 5pm and it's very reasonably priced.

We have our two kids at Busy Bee and love it! Our oldest has been there for 3 years, and our…read moreyoungest has been there a year. Wonderful staff, meals are great, and, most importantly, our kids are happy. They love going every day and have great relationships with their teachers. The teachers are very responsive to all of our questions and requests. We have one kids with dietary restrictions, and they've been great about following our dietary requests. We've been so happy with our choice to go to Busy Bee for daycare!

I was put on a waitlist for March and called to check in and was told by the director that they…read moresent an email but forgot to add me to the email list and could not provide daycare. Mallory was apathetic bordering on rude about this mistake. I cannot recommend sending a child to this establishment. The level of disorganization should give a parent serious pause about sending their little one to BusyBee.