Words really cant describe how thankful we are for Michelle and the teachers at Kids Kastle. They…read moreare so much more like family than anything else and consistently go above and beyond. From the caring staff, the events, health meals, constantly adding and improving the backyard and facility...what more can I say about this place! Our daughter has grown, learned and been loved on so much over these past few years. Thank you for everything!

I'm writing this review almost 3 years after my daughter left Kids Kastle, and that is a testament…read moreto how amazing Michelle is and was a care-giver to my daughter. We still stop by for playdates because my daughter loves it so much there and we still stay in touch with Michelle. I can't say enough about her love and devotion to the kids in her daycare and even the parents! I feel incredibly grateful to have found Michelle and Kids Kastle, and I highly recommend her in every way possible. If you're looking for a safe, supportive, loving and fun place for your child to grow and blossom, this is your sign to stop looking and call Kids Kastle!

We love Ms Elena and Wonderland Daycare! As an older/working mom, having babies was nerve-wracking…read moreand Elena walked us through all the stages. Each of my babies started at 3 months old and we have loved the smaller, in-home environment. Ms Elena has truly been a second mom to both of my kiddos - my oldest still likes to go give her hugs (and recap his school day for her!) when we pick up his sister. They are always happy to go in the morning and happy when we pick them up! She also provides and makes wholesome, healthy food- usually the kids eat better at daycare than they do at home! My last child is moving on to school this fall and we will miss Ms Elena so much!

Elena is reliable, communicates effectively and has provided the best care for our daughter over…read morethe course of the last year. Our daughter is so excited to see her in the mornings; she lights up immediately. Elena is highly intuitive with children and always knows exactly what they need. We couldn't recommend her more!

My toddler has been attending Love&Care for a year now, and we absolutely love it! Every morning,…read moreshe walks in with a huge smile on her face and runs straight to join her friends without even looking back. The teachers are incredibly loving, and there is a wonderful sense of community here. Leaving my baby in the care of strangers was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made, but I am so glad I took this step with Love&Care. From day one, the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, safe, and completely at ease. They are no longer strangers--they feel like an extended part of our family.

Had both of my daughters go through this daycare. Have to say, always felt comfortable, and never…read moreworried that my children were being well taken care of. The staff is great. The curriculum is great, I feel like they left there with a huge advantage over other kindergartners as their program provides education and guidance and our kids knew how to behave in a classroom by the time they got to kindergarten. Can't recommend more highly.

No doubt leaving your child in the hands of strangers is no easy feat. Challenging for the…read morebaby/toddler, and more so challenging for the parents. First steps mantra is "routine" and "patience". They have a vetted system to help you feel at ease (if that's at all possible) and have an ability to help your baby and toddler transition with minimal anxiety. Pros: - they care and it shows. Empathy goes a long way and they read the child and situation accordingly to help handle crying babies, separation anxiety, and needs (food, entertainment, attention). - the set structure helps kids become patient. During your tour watch how all the kids are sitting at the tables eating food quietly, or playing with one toy. - extremely clean - open playground and because they go out all together, there are more adults outside playing (not just watching) the kids. - activities from art, playtime, reading, bubbles, sand, sensory toys - good potty / diaper changing routine (they constant change diapers; which is really good and hygienic oriented: no rashes) - classrooms look small but more than big enough for the six or so kids. - nap time pads are a nice and clean - introduction tour was detailed. (Would recommend first steps to have Adriana and Kelsey both give the tour since they have different strengths in communication. Also a wall or flyer with the teachers names and pictures to help personalize the place from the get go. - your kid smiles when seeing the teachers/care takers - daily written reports (on food, activities, and incidents) - I've watched the staff from inside or from my car for a good ten plus minutes on several occasions before announcing my pickup/arrival, and they truly treat the kids with care. It's not a show during the tour or just when they see you. - halloween dress up with kids and staff is great - art projects and take homes are creative and keepsakes - location is near Bart, and freeway access. Cons: - sometimes communication with the teachers feels robotic or scripted, especially early on. It could be they get the same questions "how he/she do?" And they just want to respond "good."and move on with their day. Or they are afraid of saying it was a bad day in details. It's rare, but there are some days where you leave with the feeling of "did they tell me the truth?" Getting to know the teachers personalities over time eased that fear/trust issue. Talk to them from time to time, don't just drop off/ pick up and go. - snacks on the table (no plates) feels unclean but works since they are constantly cleaning. - entry hallway is small and cramped (could be cleaned out/repainted) - late policy is fair but costly since it's priced by minute (like most daycares). But I appreciate them staying without getting overly mad at me. Obviously, no major cons for first steps or their staff. We miss them as our little one grew out of the program (2+). Would highly recommend them. You'll be glad you joined the first steps family. I recommend getting their schedule before you join and getting your child into that routine before you join to ease them into the pattern (food, nap, and playtime schedule). Thank you Adriana, Diego, Kelsey, and all the ladies in the baby room (who I had the pleasure of having nice conversations with; they really enjoy watching the babies). Heart felt thank you for being apart of my little ones life.

We recently graduated from First Steps and are so thankful our son was able to attend since he was…read more5 months old. We had a really wonderful experience with all of the teachers and classrooms. They helped guide us through feeding and nap transitions and through all major milestones. Our son loved the experienced teachers and exposure to other children too. He also made so many friends that he continues to go to preschool with, which made the transition to preschool so much easier! Kelsey and all of the teachers are so caring and supportive, I can't recommend their program enough!

We are so happy with our experience at Learn & Play Pleasant Hill, and especially grateful for Miss…read moreMaria and Miss Geeta. They have been wonderful in helping our daughter transition into a new class. Transitions can be difficult for little ones, but Miss Maria and Miss Geeta have been incredibly warm, patient, and reassuring throughout the process. They have made her feel comfortable, safe, and welcomed, and it has been so reassuring for us as parents to know she is in such caring hands. What really stands out is how they manage the classroom while still making sure each child feels seen and cared for. They bring such a positive energy to the classroom, keep the kids engaged and happy, and are attentive to each child's individual needs. You can tell that they genuinely enjoy working with the children and care about their emotional well-being. We especially appreciate how they handle those little moments that can be challenging for young children--with patience, kindness, and encouragement rather than rushing them. Seeing our daughter become more comfortable and excited about her new class has meant so much to us. Miss Maria and Miss Geeta are truly wonderful daycare teachers, and we feel very lucky that our daughter has them. Thank you both for creating such a warm, loving, and happy classroom environment!

We feel so lucky to have our daughter at Learn and Play Pleasant Hill. The teachers have made such…read morea positive impact on her, and we are especially grateful for Miss Maria and Miss Gita. They take incredible care of her and make her feel safe, loved, and understood. Drop off can be the toughest part of preschool, and Miss Maria has been amazing in those moments. She gives our daughter the love, patience, and affection she needs to settle in, which means so much as a parent. When our daughter was younger, Miss Marisol and Miss Daniella were also wonderful with her. Across every classroom we have been part of, the teachers have been kind, attentive, and truly caring. The school itself may not be the newest or fanciest, but the heart of a preschool is the teachers. At Learn and Play, the teachers lead with love and take great care of their classes. We are very thankful for this school and the people who make it special.

My son has been attending New World for a little over a year and half and we're quite happy…read more 1. Great, caring teachers 2. They're always doing so many arts and crafts, and the yard is huge with lots of fun outdoor toys. 3. Mandarin immersion is awesome - we don't speak Mandarin but are happy our child is exposed to another language 4.. Hours are good (8-6) and the school is open year round. 5. The price can't be beat in the area. Really great value.

It's hard leaving a bad review on a place that took care of your child…read more This place has so much potential but it is run by a woman who leads by fear, to the teachers and students. Kids are sent to "the office" if they don't behave, they are yelled at constantly with no compassion. Kids as young as 2. When they cry many times they are left alone or being told "crying doesn't help", " stop it", "that is enough" etc. Many many teachers and students have left, it is a revolving door of people. Do yourself and your loved little ones a favor and don't come here.

I came across this daycare pure by accident. My son was supposed to go to another daycare but it…read morefell through at the very last minute. So I had to find a daycare in one week. I went through 13 daycares! And Daycare of the Stars was the last one that I visited (luckily). The very first thing that really hit me when I got inside the house was how clean, bright and neatly organized the place was, and it smelled soooo fresh. It looked exactly like a daycare was supposed to look. When I talked to Moshi I got a good feeling about her, she seemed very organized, she knows what she is doing and she's taking it very seriously. No matter how many kids you have and how many times you have done it, taking your child to a daycare for the first time is always nerve racking. When I picked my son up on the first day, he was very happy. On the next day he was happy as well to go back. Moshi works really hard to take care of the kids, to teach them things, read books, and etc. My son learns something new every day, and he loves books. Moshi sends an email at the end of the day, everyday, it's like a report about how long your child napped, what the breakfast/lunch/dinner was, how many soiled diapers. She sends pictures and short videos from time to time which is nice too, I don't feel completely bad of missing things with my little one. I feel very happy that my son goes to this daycare. I know my son is in good hands and very well taken care of. I highly recommend this daycare!

My son has been going to Daycare of the Stars for almost a year now and we couldn't be happier!…read moreMoshi is so kind and really spends so much time teaching my son new things. She sends us pictures and videos throughout the day, which is also great! She cooks delicious food for the kids and her house is always spotlessly clean. When the weather permits, she takes the kids out to the backyard to play, and she keeps the yard very clean as well. Anyone looking for a daycare I would recommend you take them here. I have family that could watch our son for us, but seeing how happy my son is when he's here makes us so happy. Thank you, Moshi, we are so happy we found your daycare!

Our son has been going to Lyubov's daycare since he was a few months old. We are impressed by the…read morelove and affection kids here are treated with. They genuinely care for the kids like their own and work in building good value systems from the start. Thank you Lyunov and Jelena for taking such good care of our son. We appreciate it!!

My 3 year old son has been coming to this daycare for a year and it is a wonderful place. This is a…read morehome daycare and Lyuba treats the children like her own. They have two big play areas - indoor and outdoor, and Lyuba cooks homemade meals for the kids every day. The kids do a variety of activities and seem to always be having a ton of fun. My son loves it here, and gets to work on his Russian as well. I would highly recommend this daycare!

This review is strictly about the inquiry process as I was unable to get straight answers to my…read morequestions without scheduling a virtual tour. As a full-time working mom of a toddler and pregnant with her second, I have to be very efficient with my time. Before answering basic questions regarding availability and cost, Elianna wanted to schedule a virtual tour. I had already done the vetting I was comfortable with to scheduling a tour, but was unable to find information regarding cost. So naturally, I first wanted to know if she was going to be the right fit both financially and with the timing of when we needed care to start. The message I received back was a big red flag and frankly, offensive. Here is our full conversation if anyone is interested in what you'll get when reaching out Elianna with questions. Elianna C. - "I need more info ? start date? Age ? How many days ? Pick Up dropping off" Me - "Hi there, I am currently pregnant (due in October). My husband and I are looking for child care starting in January 2025 when the baby is roughly 3 months old. I anticipate needing Full Time care, but could probably make do with Part Time care for a bit. What is your availability in January 2025 for a 3 month old? What is the cost for Part Time and Full Time care? Thank you! Best, Nadia" Elianna C. - "Hi there I would like to do a virtual tour this week if possible and talk about your questions. Please let me know what days work for you two . After 5pm" Me - "Hi there, Thank you for the invitation to do a virtual tour. We'd love to schedule something, however, first, we're really looking to see if you'll have availability in January and what the tuition will be. Is that something that you can share with me prior to a virtual tour? Best, Nadia" Elianna C. - "No I don't share a price unless we meet either virtual or in person because you want to see what a program has to offer and you want to compare quality for you child. If I am responding back it's because the availability is there . Or I would Of said there is a wait list but yes if price is your priority then this may not be the right progr for you . I would recommend looking at a place and see if it's a fit all the way around . The quality of care meet the person or staff that will be with your. Child that is very important. Thanks" Me - "Thank you for your time. I think you're right, Tender Loving Preschool Childcare does not sound like the right fit for our family. We value transparency and communication when considering childcare options for the most vulnerable member of our family and it sounds like that is something we would struggle with at your center. I wish you the best. - Nadia" Elianna C. - "Thank you"

I cannot say enough good things about Ms Ellie and her amazing preschool! My son has been in Ms…read moreEllie's care since he was 5 months old. Now, at 2.5 yrs he knows numbers, letters, shapes, and is talking non-stop! He LOVES going and waves goodbye to me happily every day at drop off. This is how I know that this is a warm and safe place for my son to learn and grow with people who care about him every day. What I love most about this school is that your child benefits from being with the other older children at a young age. Ms Ellie provides an amazing curriculum throughout the year focusing on academics as well as motor and social/emotional skills. The kids are learning so much every day. She is an excellent communicator and I always know how my son's day went, what he did, what he ate, and if there are any issues she is proactive in communicating them and we speak easily over text and the phone when needed. The food is amazing, and she makes it fresh every day. In addition to Ms Ellie she has amazing family and team members who provide consistent and loving care to the children. Ms Ellie's school is a true gem. Home based daycare can span a wide range of quality, but we are so grateful to have this school for our son where he is thriving. As much as it is hard to be a working parent who can't be with your child all day, having a partner like Ms Ellie and her whole team makes all the difference!

Tara and her day care are such gems! She creates a fun, caring, nurturing environment for all the…read morechildren and babies who are lucky enough to be under her wings! I highly recommend this business and look forward to having my daughter her until preschool. The price for the value is unbeatable!!!

We're so grateful we found Tara and her amazing home daycare. Our son has been with her since he…read morewas just a few months old, and from the very beginning, we knew he was in the best hands. Tara has created such a safe and loving environment for the kids. I toured a lot of places before choosing a spot at Tara's, and it felt right from the first visit. Her home is thoughtfully set up with age-appropriate toys, activities, and plenty of space to play and explore. It was clear every day how much she genuinely cares for the children in her care. As first-time parents, it was a huge relief to have someone as warm, calm, and experienced as Tara. She was always incredibly responsive to our needs, and we felt like partners in our son's care. Whether it was feeding preferences, naps, or little updates throughout the day, we always felt listened to and supported. We're transitioning to a new setup with an au pair this year, but we will always be thankful for the wonderful foundation Tara gave our family. If you're lucky enough to get a spot with her--take it!