We have two kids at Big Future Preschool in San Marcos, and I can honestly say it's been one of the…read morebest decisions we've made as parents. From day one, the staff has treated our children like individuals--not just students, but actual little humans with their own personalities, needs, and quirks. That level of personalization is rare, and we noticed it immediately. The teachers are incredibly thoughtful and patient. They actually know our kids--not just their names, but how they learn best, what they enjoy, and how to help them grow. Our youngest used to be pretty shy, but since starting here, we've seen her confidence take off. The curriculum is solid. It's not just playtime with worksheets--they're learning real skills and concepts, and it's done in a way that keeps them excited to go to school every day. It's the perfect mix of structure and creativity. Also, the school is spotless. You can tell the staff takes pride in the space. Every time we walk in, it smells clean, everything's organized, and there's always someone actively tidying or disinfecting. I can't recommend Big Future enough. If you want a place where your child is truly seen, supported, and challenged in all the right ways, this is it.

Our family could not be happier with our experience at Big Future Preschool. Our daughter attended…read morefor two years and in that time, we saw her blossom! The most important thing for us was finding a place where our daughter would feel loved and secure and the staff at Big Future exceeded that expectation. Socially, our daughter thrived. She has made so many wonderful friends and has learned valuable skills about sharing, cooperation, and being a good friend to others. The school fosters a beautiful sense of community among the children, and it was a joy to see her build those first important friendships. Academically, she is confident, curious, and has a great foundation for learning. They make learning fun and engaging. We are so grateful to everyone at Big Future Preschool for the incredible start they have given our daughter. We wholeheartedly recommend this school to any parent looking for a warm, loving, and effective preschool experience.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at Montessori School of San Marcos. Our daughter attends…read morecurrently, and we are already looking forward to enrolling our youngest when she is eligible. Our daughter genuinely loves going to school each day, which speaks volumes. The teachers are truly exceptional; caring, attentive, and deeply invested in each child. Every faculty and staff member knows my daughter by name and goes above and beyond to ensure we feel informed, supported, and connected. Communication is excellent through the school app, with frequent updates, photos, and videos that give us real insight into her day. The school community is warm, thoughtful, and incredibly welcoming. As someone who works in education, I can confidently say that the quality of care, communication, and intentionality at this school stands out. We are beyond grateful to have found such a strong, nurturing foundation for our daughter and highly recommend Montessori School of San Marcos to any family considering it.

When choosing daycares, we considered a lot of factors, including cleanliness, safety, good…read morecommunication, great teachers, etc. Montessori School of San Marcos checked all those boxes for us. Our son attended this school from 6 months old until he graduated pre-k. All the teachers there are amazing. He learned so much and he loved going. We were so sad when he graduated but alas, it is all part of growing up. Ms Tasha and Ms Nupur prepared him so well for kindergarten that he feels like it is too easy but it did make it an easier transition. Can't say enough good things about the school. Highly recommend!!

We absolutely love the center for Children and Families. We started our son at 20 months when the…read morecenter reopened after the COVID closure (he would have started at 10 months otherwise). The toddler teachers Maritza and Libby are so amazing and are the perfect duo for the transition from baby to toddler. At 2 he transitioned to the Junior Preschool class and has flourished since. He loves circle time, doing yoga, all the art projects and outside time. The entire JPS team is amazing and we've loved being with Maria and Gloria. Everyone you pass in the hall knows your child's name and could tell you about what kind of day they are having. We are so very thankful for this school, we know our son is safe, happy, and cherished every day.

Great quality of care. My son's teachers, Ms Anisa and Ms Christina are amazing. They're attentive…read moreand engaging with every child. I've had great experience with all of the staff (with an exception of one person). They're very responsive to your requests and needs. Although they provide all meals, I wish that their snacks were little heartier. Tuition is pricey but justifiable for the quality of care. The facility is clean and I love that they ensure children's wash hands before meal time. My son has only gotten a mild cold once, thus far. They're doing a great job with cleanliness and hygeine.

Our daughter started at Discovery Isle when she was 4 months old - On her first day, we were…read morewelcomed by one of her teachers and instantly, knew she was in great hands. It's very clear to us that the teachers love our daughter and the other children. Our daughter is always smiling when we drop her off and pick her up, and my husband and I feel she is safe and protected. We are incredibly happy with the choice we made and look forward to watching our little one grow at Discovery Isle. We cannot thank the staff enough! Would highly recommend!

Both of our kids have gone through this school after trying out a few other school/nanny…read moreenvironments and absolutely loved it. The entire school staff work collectively to watch over the kids and they know each kid by name. The teachers themselves have been amazing in providing a wide variety of educational experiences and being flexible to each kids needs. Additionally, we are able to get updates and pictures throughout the day to see how the kids are doing. I have and would continue to recommend this location to anyone wanting to place their kid in a safe and nurturing environment.

If you are a parent searching for a preschool where your child will be known, nurtured, and…read moreinspired--look no further. We've been part of this preschool community for over four years, and it has been nothing short of amazing. Our oldest child thrived here, and we didn't hesitate to enroll our second. The care, consistency, and quality of education are outstanding. What truly sets this school apart is its incredible director, Karyne Bégin. Her leadership is warm, thoughtful, and deeply hands-on. She knows every child and family, communicates clearly and consistently, and has built a team of dedicated, long-term teachers who genuinely love what they do. From the nurturing classrooms to the strong curriculum and safe, joyful environment, this school has exceeded our expectations in every way. We're so grateful to have found a place we trust completely with our children's early years.

We had our toddler here from 18 months to 4 years. It was a great journey with this school. We felt…read morethe care they put in with our child. The teachers and admin are great! Highly recommend!

The Way is not just a preschool, it is a place where our children are loved by the teachers as…read moretheir own and taught the ways of kindness, charity and love for everyone. The TLC they provide to the kids, as well as the parents, far exceeds any other daycare/preschool I toured prior to finding this wonderful place. When I scheduled a tour, my son and I were welcomed into The Way family by Mrs. Denham, the Director. Her passion for her job truly shows, and I saw that year around with Mrs. Amanda and Mrs. Deanna, who all threw the most amazing events (Halloween, Christmas, Mother's and Father's Day) to make these years special and memorable for everyone. They really go the extra mile, reminding you as a parent, that you are enough and loved as well. Every month the school has a special theme and country of focus for the children to learn about. They also invite the parents to participate in the teaching of topics, specifically if you have knowledge of the countries they are learning about that month. My son enjoyed water play and learned how to garden in the summer, creating life long friendships in the process. When a conflict occurred between the children, a notice was sent home to the parents to notify them what action was taken. When my son felt sick, they were quick to relay the urgency, giving him snuggles and making him feel safe until we could pick him up. This is a truly special place where, in addition to a scholastic curriculum, your children will feel loved and learn one of the hardest skills to master: kindness. The Way teaches through TK, and when the time came for my son to move to his new school, I was genuinely heart broken that we wouldn't be able to see the bright and shining faces of the ladies (and Mr. Denham, the CEO) that make The Way so special. I can't thank them enough and I can't wait for my youngest to be ready to attend The Way. We will see you all again soon.

I remember when I brought my son Kyrie for a tour to check out the school when he was about to turn…read more3. I met Jennel, the preschool director, and instantly felt her warmth, kind heart filled with the Holy Spirit, and so much love for the kids and this special place her and her husband had just started. I was in the thick of motherhood with two super active toddlers and working in real estate. I remember carrying Karter, who was little under 2 at the time during the tour while Kyrie was refusing to leave, completely fascinated by the playground and everything the school had to offer. It was love at first sight and we never toured another preschool because we knew this was the one. Fast forward 2.5 years of the most perfect preschool experience and our baby is heading to kindergarten. I couldn't feel more confident that he's going to excel because his foundation is so strong. The incredible, dedicated teachers not only supported strong academic development but, most importantly, provided him with the tools to develop healthy emotional skills, nurtured his leadership drive, led with positive reinforcement, and allowed him to be a joyful toddler. A little over a year later, my 15 months younger Karter joined when he turned 3, and it was pure bliss having both of them at the same school - guided in their brotherly relationship, with all its ups and downs. I've felt so supported as a parent and have always received the most valuable tips for compassionate, healthy parenting. It's such a blessing we got to experience the best of both - a nurturing school and the most loving, dedicated teachers along the way. The values aligned so well, and we were able to grow so much during these years. I know the bar here was set so unrealistically high that I'll have to come down to earth during our future school years, but I truly believe these early years have had the most crucial impact. I'm forever grateful for the boys' preschool, for every thoughtful school project I can't let go of, for so many beautiful memories, the best pictures of our sweet boys, new friendships, and for the fact that we got to send both of them to this special place. Thank God it's not a goodbye, because we still have one more year of preschool for our Karter and genuine friendships with the teachers.

We are so grateful for the incredible care our daughter received from just two months old all the…read moreway through her toddler years. This center truly became her second home because of the warm and welcoming environment they consistently created. The communication was excellent, we always received a thorough rundown of her daily activities and a friendly recap from the staff during pickup. Every single teacher and staff member was genuinely happy and friendly toward her, which was such a comfort. Knowing she was in such dedicated hands gave me complete peace of mind. I will forever cherish and appreciate the care they provided for my baby!

My daughter has been attending since she was 7 months old and is now 3. My son started at 3 and…read moreleft once he started kindergarten. This is the only preschool/daycare my family trusts. The staff are so patient with the kids and my kids always came home talking about how much fun they had and what they learned. Every teacher my children had were absolutely amazing. Every concern I had was addressed immediately. I would 100% recommend this place to anyone!

Our second daughter is about to graduate from this magical school! We have been a part of the LLA…read morefamily since 2025 and loved it! Our oldest likes it so much she goes for the after school Spanish program and asks to go back for summer camp! It's a great school and the kids learn very good Spanish! The best teachers!

Our daughter has been attending LLA since she was 3 and is now 4.5. We are so impressed with how…read moremuch Spanish she speaks coming from a non-Spanish speaking household. It has inspired not only us to learn Spanish but also her grandparents, aunts and uncles. The classes are small, the teachers are wonderful, the activities are engaging. She always comes home with the best stories and (singing, crafts, soccer, water slide in the summers, etc). She's made some of her best friends here as well. As my first baby, I was extremely nervous to put her in any type of care outside of home. I did some extensive research for daycares and pre schools throughout San Marcos and La Costa and out of the 10 + others I interviewed in person, I immediately knew this was the school for us. The teachers and Laura were so kind and supportive to me and my daughter who can be a little bit of a wallflower at first. We plan on sending our son here soon, and know he will absolutely love it!

Mission Hills Church Preschool is a wonderful place. The teachers and staff are truly amazing…read morepeople. They are invested in the well being of each child and despite the challenges of the past couple years they have maintained a calm welcoming environment. We were searching for a play-based, faith-based curriculum and this was the perfect fit. We couldn't have asked for a better preschool. Both of our children are thriving. As our son heads off to kindergarten in the fall, he's confident and well prepared. We're truly grateful for the love our children have received.

I love Mission Hills Preschool. The staff turn over is low and the teachers are amazing!!! I sent…read moremy oldest daughter here from 3yrs to 5yrs and she thrived. When I attended her first parent teacher conference at Knob Hill Elementary the teacher informed me she was well ahead of her education requirements, and that's all due to the teachers at Mission Hills Preschool. I now started my second daughter at the school and she too is loving it. Looking for a great school, that doesn't break the bank, has a loving environment where the kid's learning is top notch then go check out mission hills preschool for your self! We love it!!

San Diego Children's Academy has been a wonderful experience for our family. Our child started at…read more2.5 years old and spent several years growing, learning, and thriving in such a nurturing environment. One of the most impressive parts of our experience was how much he learned--especially learning to read in Russian! Thank you so much Nadia! The bilingual focus was so important to us, and the teachers did an amazing job making language learning fun and engaging. We're incredibly grateful for the strong foundation SDCA provided, both academically and socially. Highly recommend to any family looking for a high-quality early education experience!

We are very happy with the learning and atmosphere at this school. A special thank you to Nadezhda…read more-- she truly loves what she does, cares deeply about the results, and always finds the right approach to each child. She is a highly experienced teacher with a well-designed program. Thanks to her classes, our child started reading -- easily, joyfully, and without unnecessary pressure. We also took private classes with Nadezhda and plan to continue, even after moving our child to an American school. The school has a warm and friendly environment, plenty of children, engaging activities, and excellent speech therapists. Nadezhda is an absolute catch! Highly recommended.