Our daughter attended from 18 months until 4 years old, ending this past summer. She loved it and…read morewas very sad to leave. The staff is attentive and the owners (who are there, hands on, every day) are eager for feedback and either act on it or respond thoughtfully. There is a sense of community and the kids (and often parents) become good friends. They also make an effort to teach the kids academics as they get older. My daughter left knowing all of her letters and numbers and starting to sound out words, which is amazing. It was a great three years and we're thankful we found Timbertoy!

Timbertoy has been one of the best things to happen to our family! We are so grateful to have found…read morethis school. The quality of care they provide for their kiddos goes beyond our expectations. I especially love their weekly app updates and the daily photos we receive. My son has truly thrived at Timbertoy, and we do not take them for granted!

Our child has attended SDFAS for the past 8 years. It has been a wonderful experience for all of…read moreus. The school offers an academically diverse and challenging curriculum incorporating language into all activities. They also offer inventive and educational field trips and experiences for the students. Overall, our child has flourished at SDFAS and is academically and socially well prepared for high school.

I cannot recommend SDFAS highly enough. Our two preschool children are thriving there. The school…read moreis like their second home! The teachers' commitment to our children's growth and happiness, along with all the love and attention that our kids get from everyone at SDFAS have made such a positive impact on their education and development. My kids are so excited to go to school every day and won't stop talking about what they do at school, their teachers and their friends when they're back home! Their level of French has also significantly improved. What more could you ask for? :)

I cannot express how happy we are with Au Clair de Lune--the entire preschool and its wonderful…read moreteachers. Ms. Anne-Laure, Ms. Jessica, and Ms. Claire have created a truly wonderful place for kids. Ms. Lea, together with Ms. Laure, have put in enormous effort to help our daughter build on her strengths while also supporting areas where she needed improvement. In kindergarten, she received individualized learning tasks and weekly plans tailored to her development. Over the course of a year, she learned to write in both print and cursive, mastered math concepts at a second-grade level, and even learned to read in French--despite not being a native speaker. She now understands French pretty well. What really stands out is the balance between academics and creativity. The children are regularly engaged in arts, crafts, and hands-on activities that encourage imagination and self-expression, so it never feels overly rigid or purely academic. Beyond academics, the growth in her confidence, social skills, and emotional well-being has been incredible. Before attending ACDL, she struggled with going to preschool. Here, she became excited to go every day to see her friends and truly feels like part of a community. We also really appreciate that the school has a garden and that the children spend a lot of time outdoors. The healthy lunches and snacks have been a big plus as well--our daughter, who used to be a very picky eater, has become much more open to trying new foods. The after-school programs are also great. Our daughter attended a science class and absolutely loved it. It was a fun way to introduce her to new concepts while also strengthening her French, since most activities are conducted in the language. Overall, the combination of education, care, creativity, and community has been wonderful for our daughter. We're genuinely sad that she's finishing kindergarten and won't be continuing at ACDL--we will really miss it. If you're looking for a French immersion preschool - or any preschool where your child can thrive - this is truly a special place.

What a blessing it is to have a school like this in San Diego. And I say school, not daycare,…read morebecause that's what this is. It's a community of students and parents and teachers rallied around the concept of giving children the best foundation with the added benefit of learning a foreign language at an early age. Teachers with degrees and certifications. Fresh cooked meals. An administration that truly cares and is responsive to feedback from parents. Extracurricular activities. A library. All that with a couple of very nice playgrounds compared to other pre-schools. We feel blessed everyday to have Au Clair de Lune.

Our family absolutely loves this Montessori school, and we wish it received more recognition for…read morethe positive impact it has had on our son. I noticed some older reviews from previous ownership, but under the leadership of the new principal, Ms. Pops, our experience has been outstanding. Since attending, our son has made tremendous progress both academically and socially. One of the most meaningful changes we've seen is how caring and compassionate he has become with his new baby sister. He has also learned to be respectful in public settings, communicate thoughtfully, and show consideration for others. The Montessori approach has been a great fit for our family. The lessons and teaching philosophy align well with our son's learning style, fostering his independence, confidence, and natural curiosity. He genuinely enjoys learning and continues to grow into a happy, kind, and inquisitive child. The only downside is that the drop-off and pick-up windows are a bit more limited than at some traditional schools. However, we understand that this is consistent with the Montessori philosophy and scheduling structure, which emphasizes a balanced day for young children. Overall, we are extremely grateful for the teachers, staff, and leadership at this school. We highly recommend it to families looking for a nurturing environment where their children can thrive both academically and personally.

Our son has been here for about two months and we love it. He loves his teachers and it making lots…read moreof friends, and I think we are seeing the benefits of Montessori school at home with his fine motor skills and emotional regulation.

Finding Dot to Dot has been an incredible blessing for our family. We currently have two children…read moreattending--our oldest has been here for more than three years now. From the moment I walk through the door each morning, I immediately feel the positive, happy, and fun energy that fills the entire space. My oldest runs to his classroom every morning without waiting for me and my daughter. I love the Reggio Emilia approach. The teachers constantly evolve provocations and activities around what the children are naturally curious about. The dedicated spaces are exceptional: an art atelier and a food atelier where the kids learn about ingredients hands-on, paired with the healthy, nutritious meals provided daily. They also offer weekly music classes after which my kids come back home singing new songs. Above all, they intentionally invest in the children's emotional development and social confidence. The administration listen to parent feedback (restructuring their calendar to reduce scheduled days off) and take care of their staff. That respect and stability clearly translate into happy, grounded educators who love what they do. Having watched our children thrive here year after year, we cannot recommend Dot to Dot highly enough!

We feel so lucky to have found Dot to Dot for our son! He has been there for the past 8 months,…read morestarting in the Seedlings classroom, and we knew from the beginning that we had found something special. What we love most is that Dot to Dot truly feels like a community. Our son is so excited to go to school every morning that he runs through the doors without even looking back - which, as parents, tells us everything we need to know. He feels happy, safe, loved, and at home there. The teachers and staff are nurturing, attentive, and thoughtful. They take the time to get to know each child and understand their individual personality and needs. Even with other children to care for, we have always felt that our son gets such thoughtful and individualized attention. There have been times when he's needed a little extra support, and the teachers and staff have been incredibly supportive, observant, and responsive. I truly feel like he is seen and understood for who he is, which means so much to us as parents. Beyond the nurturing environment, we love the values that Dot to Dot instills in the children. They are helping children become kind, responsible, compassionate, and caring members of their community. It is clear that kindness, empathy, independence, and respect are woven into the everyday experience. The food program is another huge plus. The school provides fresh food daily, including a vegetarian option, which makes our lives as parents so much easier and is something we really appreciate. We couldn't be happier with our experience at Dot to Dot and feel incredibly grateful that our son gets to spend his days in such a loving, thoughtful, and enriching environment. It has been a wonderful place for him to grow, and we feel so lucky to be part of this community!

People who love people, nature and life set examples of what a Human Being is capable of. Natalia…read moreis one of them. Her professionalism and conscientiousness are astounding. Experiences and opportunities through socialization are needed; they are essential, they are the foundation and only path to build character, awareness, flexibility and help develop strength through emotional management and resiliency... these are fostered in this superb, adorable and dedicated school.... where the child will always be the teacher of mankind. Congratulations Natalia and to all the families you serve.

My daughter attended during covid up until kindergarten, so for 3 years. My son for a year as well…read more We feel that Natalia is a wonderful teacher, so patient and kind. We love the positive discipline approach. We enjoy the healthy home cooked meals, the field trips, and the community. We would recommend the preschool for parents looking for a homeschool that promotes independent, confident, healthy, happy, well rounded children.

We absolutely loved being part of the SEA family. My son went here from 4 months to 5 years old &…read moreour experience was absolutely wonderful! Ms. Taylor, Ms. Priscilla and all the teachers do such a great job at making SEA such a special place and learning so much fun . They teach our kids not only academics but also life skills and how to play in a very creative way which is a lot more important at a young age. They make holidays like mothers day, fathers day, Halloween, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Valentines super special and you feel like a big family. All the teachers were good but some were extraordinary Ms. Michelle, Ms. Emily, Ms. Cristy, Ms. Dianne, Mr. Nick, Ms. Myriam, Ms. Parvin whom I call the baby whisperer are all such kind, patient, caring teachers smd caregivers. We are so grateful for our time here and will miss our SEA family!!

My daughter has been with SEA for the past 2+ years and I can't speak highly enough of the care,…read morethe love, the support SEA has given us. The teachers, directors, and support staff love Annie like she' their own and that philosophy is felt to the core. Particularly, Annie has been with Miss Tammy and Miss Paige this past year in Dolphins and these two teachers have been immensely valuable in supporting Annie's development. Beyond that, they've also helped me build my own confidence as a parent, which has only strengthened and supported my connection with Annie. We'll greatly miss SEA and will forever be part of the family. 10/10 recommend!!

We sent our oldest here when they were around 2-2.5 y/o as a friend referred us in. That child…read morestayed all the way through pre-K and then one final summer camp before kindergarten. They had Ms. Lisa for beginners & then Ms. Holly for pre-K. Both were honestly amazing!!! When our second was born, there was no question in where we were sending them. They started in the infant class after our leaves were up. The infant class is a little tough only because it's 0-12 month kiddos all together (and mostly tough for naps if you have a light sleeper) BUT Ms. Christina and her crew are so patient and experts at managing the chaos. Once our kiddo transferred into the next class (12-18 mos), there was a huge improvement in their sleep. Overall: The staff seem like they all truly care about all of the kids. There are fun spirit days quite frequently. Splash days during the summer. School events pretty regularly. Their hours are extremely helpful with our work schedules. There is a sibling discount. We saw / have seen a huge improvement in our kids speech, drawing, writing, etc. And our kids enjoy, and have enjoyed, going to D.I.

Our daughter has been attending Discovery Isle at this location for almost a year. We are…read moreincredibly lucky to get a spot for her here. All the teachers are amazing- from Ms Monica( infant class) to Ms Kali (toddlers), to administrator Melissa, everyone is professional, friendly and has shown nothing but love for the children in their care. In addition, at least once a month the school will have a pizza night, Lego night, breakfast with grandparents, story night, etc. Those events are great opportunity for the parents to meet our child's teachers as well as other parents . This is more than a school, this is a community! Finally, our daughter came home one day and started singing in Spanish ( nobody in our home speaks Spanish) This is just another example of the amazing work the school is doing with our daughter.