We love Montessori school. Our son is been going there…read moresince 18th months old. Is been an amazing experience to see how he grow so happy and full of joy. Already have life skills as small as they are and learning the basic of Maria Montessori! Great teachers, great staff.

I can't say enough good things about MCS and the community it fosters. It was our lifeline during…read morethe covid pandemic. I can't work from home, so zoom school wasn't an option for us. We started with MCS for that reason (one of the few, if not only, schools offering in-person instruction and childcare). But we have stayed for elementary school because our experience was so wonderful. Not only are the teachers at MCS warm, caring, and nurturing, but they are incredibly communicative (as is the leadership/administration). If I have a question or concern, it is responded to almost immediately. Everything is very well organized and I can focus on work each day knowing that my son is happy, surrounded by friends, and growing in a nurturing environment. MCS has fostered my son's learning and confidence. He regularly works in class with children from other grades and has developed wonderful friendships across the ages. Assignments, homework, and projects are appropriately challenging. It's been awesome watching him grow and develop in this environment. I am not sure what we will do after sixth grade -- I just wish MCS continued through grade 12! - but this certainly is an incredible place for us now.

There are some good aspects to the school but the bad out way the good. There are better schools…read moreout there, even the public ones. Save your money and heartache.

CCA has the highest expectation for academic excellence. The teachers and leadership team are…read moreDEDICATED. Their love for Christ, for the students and passion for education & spiritual excellence, is the driving force each and every day. The small class size, individualized instructions and the variety of creative approach to attending the students' different abilities set up the best chances for the students to succeed. All my kids attend CCA and they LOVE going to school. CCA's tuition is one of the most affordable around Santa Barbara.

I'm so happy my daughter got into this school! She's been coming here since she was 6 months in the…read moreinfant room and now she is in preschool about to graduate in June. The teachers here are so caring and nice! She loves going to school. Julie is also very understanding and is so kind. My daughter has learned and grown so much from coming here. Location is great too. I recommend this daycare for anyone with a child.

The teachers are carring and and great people but the school is a rippoff it's expensive and on…read morepizza day they charge every kid four dollars for little ceasers pizza a whole pizza from little ceasers is five dollars a pizza just one more dollar and each kid should get a whole pizza to them selfs where is all this pizza going or our money we are paying them for one dollar short from a whole pizza my kid never came home with leftovers somthing is very fishie about this I feel like I'm getting rippedoff

My family has been part of South Coast Montessori since my daughter was 18 months old; she is now 6…read moreand we're excited to continue into the elementary program. SCM has been where she learned to potty train, dress herself, read, and build early math skills. She's learned practical skills like sewing, and the school has nurtured the artist inside her while encouraging her natural curiosity about the world. The teachers and administration are genuinely invested in each child's success. I appreciate how collaborative the environment is -- there's far more access to teachers than you typically find in a traditional public school, and staff communicate thoughtfully with families. As a parent, I've always felt supported and included in my daughter's learning journey. SCM follows a traditional Montessori approach, and I'm consistently impressed by the classroom dynamics: up to 20 children working independently yet not in chaos, but in a calm, productive rhythm. The school fosters independence, confidence, and a love of learning. I wholeheartedly recommend South Coast Montessori to families seeking a warm, well-run Montessori school where children are encouraged to grow academically, creatively, and socially.

My son started at SCM at 3 months old and he is now almost 1year. As a new mom, of course I was…read morenervous but I turned out to be the best decision ever for him and our family. Itzy and the teachers assistants are excellent. They have helped my son with lots of seamless transitions such as daycare routine, naps, bottles, and solid foods. He is so happy and well adjusted. He has learned to happily play independently. He loves seeing the other kids in his class. He loves the stimulating and educational toys and the activities they do there. He always has a smile on his face when we drop him off and when we pick him up. The classroom and drop off area is calm, clean, and orderly. The teachers have given me great advice for at home too. They are helpful, educated, and nonjudgmental. They also often send the most adorable pictures and videos of my son throughout the day which is the highlight of my workday! Unlike many daycares/schools, the holiday schedule is quite reasonable. They offer "camp" where they can take care of your child during weeklong holiday breaks which are about 4 times a year. Can't say enough good things. Highly recommend.

I love my school !It give a good time to eat and It has a lot of room.My teacher is good and she…read morehas a lot of exciting things to do .After all hollister is a pretty good school. The shirts they sell there are good but they should have more colors to pick from. They have a gorgeous garden and a long line of classes. Thanks for the people that help make that school because it is good.

Our daughter loves it here. Lots of great play learning and a really warm and friendly environment…read more The teachers are very engaged with years of experience. You can tell they really care about the kids and the experience they have. Dance, music and science times are some of our daughter's favorite activities.

Amazing preschool staff. It feels like a tight family. Many many combined years of experience…read morebetween all the teachers. Very hands-on learning and curriculum. Active engagement. My 3yo daughter loves it here.

Katy is so warm, engaging and truly understands how to nurture curiosity through open-ended…read morelearning. It's clear that creativity and play-based discovery are at the heart of everything they do. The space is bright, clean, and thoughtfully set up with lots of inviting learning areas. The best part is that healthy meals and snacks are all included! It's such a relief not to have to pack lunches, and they actually serve nutritious, kid-approved food. We've toured several programs, and this one stood out immediately for its warmth, professionalism, and philosophy. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a place that feels like an extension of home -- but with even more opportunities to learn, play, and grow!

This place just opened and I heard about it through a friend. I checked it out: everything is new,…read moreclean and great quality. The environment is super nurturing and loving. I wish I would have found this place sooner as my child loves it! Katy is so sweet and nice and she would take great care of any child!