We started at Cypress Kinderland Preschool in August 2025, and from day one we knew it was…read moredifferent from other local preschools we had visited. The first thing that stood out was the director, Ms. G. She was incredibly welcoming, enthusiastic, and genuinely cared about getting to know our family. She gave us plenty of time to ask questions and discuss our concerns, and she continues to be one of the main reasons my daughter still attends Cypress Kinderland. One thing I really appreciate is the relationship she has with the children and her staff. My daughter isn't intimidated by the director like some children can be in other schools. Instead, she knows Ms. G cares about her. It's also clear that Ms. G has built a positive and supportive relationship with her staff, and I believe that says a lot about the culture of the school. When leadership truly cares about the staff, it creates a positive environment for everyone. The teachers have been amazing. They were so patient with us as first-time preschool parents, whether we were figuring out what to pack for lunch, navigating potty accidents, or adjusting to a new routine. Every teacher has taken the time to build a relationship with my daughter, not just her classroom teachers. They truly go above and beyond with the activities, holiday celebrations, and special events they plan throughout the year. I also really value the parent conferences. The teacher (Ms.Anne) has help us understand how our daughter is progressing and give us practical ways to continue supporting her learning and development at home. Since starting at Cypress Kinderland, she has grown so much academically, socially, and emotionally. Most importantly, whenever my daughter has had a difficult day or we've shared a concern, the staff has listened, responded with care, and even made changes that benefited not only my daughter but the entire school community. That level of partnership means so much to us. As a working parent, there is no greater peace of mind than knowing your child is safe, loved, and learning while you're at work. I truly appreciate everything the staff at Cypress Kinderland Preschool does and would highly recommend them to any family looking for a preschool that genuinely cares about its children.

Today marks my child's last day at Cypress Kinderland Preschool, and my heart is full of gratitude…read morefor the incredible teachers and staff who have cared for her with so much love and dedication. From the very first day we toured the school with Ms. Leo, and later met her teacher, Ms. Dana, we knew this was the right place for our daughter. The warmth, professionalism, and genuine care we felt from everyone gave us complete peace of mind. The teachers here truly pour their hearts into what they do, and it shows in every detail--from the way they nurture each child to the thoughtful communication with parents. The Procare app was such a gift, keeping us connected with her day through updates, pictures, and notes. It always reassured us to see how well she was doing. Most importantly, we've watched our quiet little girl blossom during her time here. She has grown in confidence, made her very first best friend, and came home smiling every single day. Knowing that she felt happy, safe, and loved here means everything to us. To any parent who may be considering Cypress Kinderland Preschool: I cannot recommend it enough. Stop searching, because this is the place where your child will not only learn, but will also be loved, understood, and celebrated for exactly who they are. This school has laid a beautiful foundation for our daughter's academic and personal growth, and we are forever grateful. To Ms. Dana, thank you for your kindness, patience, and the way you believed in our daughter even when she was shy and reserved. You helped her discover her confidence and voice. To Ms. Leo, thank you for welcoming us with such warmth from day one and making us feel instantly at home. To Ms. G, I will miss your assurance and support. And to all the teachers and staff, thank you for every hug, every encouraging word, every smile, and every bit of love you've poured into the children--you have made such a difference. Thank you, Cypress Kinderland, for giving our little girl such a joyful, safe, and meaningful beginning. You will always hold a very special place in our hearts.

I must say, Ms. Ann is great at what she does. She definitely led her iin the right direction over…read morethe years. Our daughter is now in kindergarten after being in Ms. Ann's class for two years and we couldn't be prouder of our little love bug and have nothing but great things to say about Ms. Ann's teaching credential. She teaches manners, cleanliness, colors, shapes, and is very stearn;which is what we loved about her. We will definitely recommend future clientele to Ms. Ann and here team. Thank you very much. With love and respect AL, and Melissa Avendano. Parents to Harley V. Avendano.

I appreciate for your years of serving out family. My son was with Ms. ANN SINCE HE WAS 18 MONTHS…read moreuntil recently when he turned 4 1/2. We cannot express the amount of gratitude and joy and memories we built. She was flexible, very communicative and attentive. My son loved going to her for care and the lessons learned through her dedication to service the children is impeccable. We thank you for all the memories and moments of joy. We will miss your care Ms. ANN!

Horrible daycare if your kid is neurodivergent and high energy, stay away and find a different…read moredaycare provider. For working eith kids most of the staff seems miserable and my son would tell me everyday how rude they were to him. He has adhd and the school staff at morris was great with helping and accommodating and being patient with him but the staff at the daycare are horrible. When I can figure out her name ill edit my review. When I would come pick up my son the Latina older women (one of the ladies in charge) was never friendly to me at pickups or drop offs. Big red flag. If you care about your kids well being dont send them here. If you hate your job why are you working with kids.

This review is long overdue I don't really write a review unless it's really bad. There's not a day…read morethat I passed by this preschool that I don't cringe!! When Husband and I came in for the first time for a tour I noticed a sign posted taped by the door saying "mask have to he worn at all times" but we noticed when we enter the first one that we saw was the director Lisa sitting in the front desk not wearing a mask.. when she gave us the tour of the school she's saying that they provide snacks and lunch and she pretty much tell us what we want to hear such as they do alot of activities and they encourage every single kids to participate. So we decided to register my LO for part time a couple days a week.. When my LO started we noticed every time we dropped him off the whoever sits in the front desk always looks upset she looks like she's having a bad day and doesn't say anything all she wants you to do is to sign in your child in and checks the temp. Ms Roshan (not sure if that's the right spelling of her name) doesn't even acknowledge him at all she doesn't even look at my child seems like every morning for snack time they serve the kids instant ramen (top ramen) I don't think that is very healthy to serve growing developing kids but I get it, its cheap and easy lol. I don't think the teachers and the aides here really care much bc every time I picked up my LO he's always crying in the corner by himself and teachers ( looking annoyed) will just give us a tissue and tells us "here's a tissue to wipe his nose". My LO only attended this preschool for the total of 4x and we experiencing all of this. The last time I picked up my child here Lisa stopped me in the front desk and telling me that she wants to talk to me about my child's progress and I'm thinking "already!!?! He's only been here for total of 4x" she needs to give him a chance to adjust and when I told her that she's insisting that he's been there for 6 weeks we registered my child 6 weeks ago but he did not started right away and with the school Closure bc of the holiday he only attended total 4x in the 6 weeks she's talking about. Lisa saying that they cannot accommodate my child bc of he have alot of energy and with short attention span (take note he barely turned 2 years old ) and he needs to go to a different preschool and not at ABC because they don't have enough staffing to accommodate him.. so when I went to get my child in his class another child was coughing next close to my child with a bright green snot coming out from her nose the teacher was just looking at her and not doing anything about it. As we were leaving the parking lot there is another mother with her child standing in by her car and asked me how is this preschool is and I couldn't say anything bc i was still in shocked on how was I was approached by lisa the director and kids looking sick and dirty.. this mother she's there for a tour and when she walked in she said the director is not wearing a mask but there's a sign by the door saying mask have to be worn at all times and what the school and the main person does not follow their own rules and that's a red flag for her. If I can only put 0 star I would.. if you want your child to be taken care of PLEASE don't take them here.

There are not enough recent reviews on here, so I wanted to shed some light on this wonderful…read moreschool--we just graduated from the Pre-K program, and I'm genuinely going to miss it! From the start, I knew exactly what I was looking for in a preschool. I had previously worked in preschools and in admissions at a Pre-K through 8th grade private school in Saratoga, I had strong opinions about what kind of environment I wanted for my own children. My top priorities were: strong leadership, small class ratios, and teacher retention. When I toured Stepping Stones, I knew immediately that this was the right place. Ms. Jenny, the Assistant Director, is fantastic--bubbly, professional, and genuinely invested. Whether she's greeting families at the door, supporting teachers in the classroom, decorating, or prepping for the next event, she's fully present and hands-on. Her leadership sets the tone for the whole school, creating a warm, welcoming, and well-run environment. One of my favorite things about the program is the 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio in both the 3-year-old and 4-year-old classes. It's not a model where one teacher manages a large group with just an aide--it's truly one teacher to twelve students. The classrooms are designed for this more intimate setting, which allows teachers to get to know their students deeply. (Bonus: you only have to buy 12 party favors instead of 24! ) Teacher retention is another strong point. You can tell the staff love working here. Former teachers and substitutes often return, and there's a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration. I frequently saw teachers sharing ideas, helping one another, and going above and beyond to support their students and colleagues. Communication with the school is also seamless, thanks to the Learning Management System they use. Teachers and staff regularly post photos, share weekly updates, and send messages through it, which keeps parents in the loop in such a meaningful way. I also want to give special thanks to two teachers who made a big impact on our family: Ms. Karina has a warm and calming presence that made a world of difference for my son, especially during a time of big changes at home. He was still adjusting to having a new sibling, and mornings could be tough and emotional. Ms. Karina met him each day with such patience and gentle reassurance--her kind words, soft tone, and steady presence helped him feel safe and understood. She provided the comfort and consistency he needed, making his transition into the classroom so much smoother. We're incredibly grateful for the care and support she offered during that tender time. Ms. Nayeli helped provide him with the independence he needed to gain confidence in himself. Her encouragement, structure, and thoughtful approach created an environment for him to explore, take initiative, and thrive. If you're considering Stepping Stones, I can wholeheartedly recommend it. The leadership, classroom structure, and loving teachers make it a truly special place.

On my off days, I pick up my niece and nephew here in the afternoon. They have a really good setup…read morehere. The place is clean and organized. The building isn't all that old so I know the facilities are nice for the kids. All the children seem to be having a great time and the playground space seems ample and comfy. There is a buzzer and keypad to ensure security and proper access. The first time I went to pick up my babies, they asked me, "who are you?" They know I'm not the mom and dad. All good signs to begin with. With the American school system being so obsolete and becoming less innovative than other countries, you MUST offer extra education on the side to help your kids compete in the future. Honestly, my sister is an elementary school teacher and she still sends her kids to a place like this. Don't get me wrong, these places aren't cheap. I'm talking about $750 to $1000 a month, per kid. Now I know I'm in the wrong business. Still, when you have peace of mind with PM day care and knowing that your kids are learning more than the average American kid, you'll want to spend less on yourself, and save more for their future. Being an adult means making sacrifices, right? Always a get a great feeling when I leave this venue. And it's not because this place reminds me of that old Monkees song, "I'm Not Your Steppin' Stone."

I've attended this school for graduations of my niece and other family friends. Great atmosphere!…read more Had the chance to see the Director Mary in action. I can see why some of the other posts on yelp, social media and even at the school campus rave about her. Attention to detail. Students and staff have an amazing relationship and look to her for setting the example of the culture there. A bit out of my area for my own children to attend but I've recommended this place to a few friends whom live near the area and are in serious pursuit of a school with an excellent curriculum and well knowledgeable staff who have detailed precision in child development.

The staff always puts the kids above everything. My daughter has been here for 2 years now and has…read moreloved it.

Our daughter started at MEC shortly after turning 2, and she's been going for more than a year now…read more We love that the teachers here are all so kind and genuinely care about the children. We also love that the environment is more of an open space even though there are compartments, and the children can explore within the spaces. At a lot of "montessori" schools, the children really just stay in there one classroom and don't intermix with other classes much. It is also very obvious that Ms. Kathy really focuses on teaching the children academics as well as practical life skills. My daughter has learned so much already after attending MEC for this past year. The outdoor space is also very nice for the children. Ms. Kathy maintains a wonderful garden for the children to experience real butterflies and they even have a pet tortoise! She grows a lof of her own fruits as well. My daughter loves going to "school" every day. She even cries super dramatically when I tell her we aren't going.

We have been here for the last 2 years and have loved Miss Kathy and her team. They have helped our…read moredaughter grow and become an independent learner. My daughter has learned her letters, numbers and spelling out words to read. We have also met so many kind parents whom we have enjoyed having play dates with. It's an older but beautiful school, one where it's become my daughter's second home. She really loved the teachers and loved being at this school. Thank you Miss Kathy and team for your dedication to the students and growing their love for learning.

Saye is the best teacher, she loves children and take care of them really well, i have my 2…read morechildren going to good news church, and she take care of them on Sunday. I would highly recommend it to all the parents who has kids and want their children to attend the best pre school.

I just enrolled my daughter here. She has attended preschool before and was a little apprehensive…read moreabout the new environment but she has adjusted and transitioned very well. She loves the projects that she makes and gets to take home and each day she's talking about the different things she has learned. She told me today there were 4 stages of a Frog's life starting from the egg to the frog. She's has a lot of one on one interaction with her teacher and is getting along with her peers too. Playing well, learning, interacting and having fun.... She's in a good place.

This review is long overdue, as our family is coming up on the end of our time at LLP after 4…read morewonderful years and two children later. We came to LLP per word of mouth from a friend who was about to enroll their child as a student. I found out there were about 3 families from our church that were all sending their children here, and my son was at another preschool at the time. We made the switch because of the families, and at the time my son was a bit speech delayed- after touring here I felt strongly that he would thrive here, and he did! We enrolled him during summer session as a 2 year old, and he stayed all the way until he was 4 and it was time to go to TK in the fall. He ended his full time enrollment while being in the Tigers class, which is the 4yo class before being in official TK, and through the love and care of all the teachers here, he was beyond ready for public school TK. You would never have known this kid was speech delayed by the time he went to public school. His public school TK teacher had said during back to school night that my son was helping other children roll up their blankets for nap time, and I fully give credit to his time at LLP! While my first son ended his time at LLP, my 2nd son was able to enroll as soon as he turned 2 just as my first son was off to TK, so it was so sweet to have back to back enrollment with the teachers already being familiar with little brother. The 2nd child's enrollment at LLP were reminders of how quick time flies, because by the time he was enrolled I knew all the annual events that occur such as the thanksgiving potluck, the Christmas program, drive-in movie day, and pedal to the medal- all of which I truly made sure he participated and I was present for. My first son was able to return to LLP for the last two summers, and now My 2nd son is about to go to TK, and both of them as well as me will terribly miss our time. My 2nd son has thrived in his own way, he was the shy kid that wouldn't smile when he first came but over time he became smilier and galloped into the class every morning. There's definitely been a lot of changes in 4 years, some teachers and staff have come and gone, but I can say the care of each child has still remained all along! They will take safety seriously and communicate well with all parents. They will encourage each child to be independent especially when potty training- and trust me both my sons had their moments of learning how to be restroom independent that I give credit to their consistency at LLP. Many basic everyday life skills will be learned, and I definitely encourage the consistency! We hope to return for summer session if enrollment availability is there! If you're on the fence but have made it this far in the review, please give the director a call or email and you won't regret it. Attached are some cute crafts that you as a parent will adore especially when your child's picture is utilized as the craft, I was blessed that I got to see both kids do the same picture crafts for different years at the same age

My daughter has been going for three years and each year she has learned not only academics, but…read morehas learned to be kind has learned to be empathetic and what it is to make friends all the staff is very nice, loving,patient and kind each teacher brings a different key element to the school. They have great programs back to school nights holiday programs costume programs, mother's Day, events, and Father's Day events and school spirit days It's such a blessing to have such a good school close to home knowingly that your kids are safe the big thing is they offer Procare, which you can see pictures of your child throughout the day you can call and check in. It's just overall amazing. daycare's can be extremely pricey however, this one is extremely affordable.