My 5 and 6 year old kids attended Stratford for their TK and kindergarten year. The amount they…read morelearned and grew this year is incredible. My youngest loved going to school everyday with Ms Sumeet and Ms Chandrika. And my oldest now loves learning and even doing homework thanks to Ms Wang and Ms Aulakh. Overall, great experience this year with Stratford.

A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Yvette Wang and Ms. Avantika Aulakh, two of the most amazing…read morekindergarten teachers we could have asked for. Our daughter is in their class, and over this past year, we have seen her grow into a confident, expressive, happy, and curious learner. Ms. Wang and Ms. Aulakh create a warm, nurturing, and joyful classroom environment, and every activity feels thoughtful and engaging, helping the children build confidence while truly enjoying the process of learning. We are so grateful for the positive impact they have had on our daughter and for making her kindergarten year such a special and memorable experience. They are truly exceptional teachers. Also, a special thank you to Ms. Najmus Huda and Ms. Lauren Auker for the thoughtful leadership they bring to Stratford School in Dublin. Their commitment to excellence is reflected in the warm and welcoming school culture and the positive experience they create for every student and family.

We are very grateful for the warm, supportive experience our 5 and half year old had transitioning…read morefrom Kindergarten to 1st grade. Ms. Srikanth and Ms. Sheth went above and beyond to ensure she was academically and emotionally prepared for this important milestone. Their patience, encouragement, and individualized attention helped build our daughter's confidence and readiness for first grade. We truly appreciated their dedication, clear communication, and genuine care for her growth and success. Thank you, Ms. Srikanth and Ms. Sheth, for making this transition such a positive experience for our family. We highly recommend them to any parents looking for caring and committed educators.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Ms. Srividya Srikanth and Ms. Aditi Sheth as teachers…read more Their dedication, warmth, and genuine care for their students have made a lasting impact on our child and our family. Ms. Srividya creates a nurturing and encouraging classroom environment where children feel safe, confident, and excited to learn. Her patience, kindness, and ability to connect with each child are truly remarkable. We have seen tremendous growth in our child's academic skills, confidence, and love for learning throughout the year. Ms. Aditi has also been an amazing influence, bringing positivity, creativity, and enthusiasm into the classroom every day. She is always supportive, approachable, and attentive to the individual needs of her students. Her encouragement has helped our child develop both socially and emotionally. What stands out most is the genuine love and dedication both teachers have for their students. They go above and beyond to make learning meaningful and enjoyable while keeping parents informed and involved. We are deeply grateful for their hard work, patience, and commitment. Thank you, Ms. Srividya and Ms. Aditi, for making this such a memorable and successful year. Your positive impact will stay with our child for years to come.

This Yelp review is longgggg overdue--if I could give Brave Christian Preschool 10-stars, I…read moreabsolutely would. We're a military family without relatives nearby, and this school has truly become our extended family. We've been part of this community since my kids were just a few months old, and I can't say enough amazing things about the school. Why we love Brave Christian: ** Warm, family-like community - The staff and teachers genuinely care--it feels like home - My kids are deeply loved and supported every day. ** Engaging, thoughtful programming - Daily fun and enriching activities - Creative crafts (with special keepsakes for parents!); I look forward to all the fun "gifts" the kids make throughout the year. - Personalized yearly binders filled with drawings, photos, and memories that capture the kids growth and development ** One-of-a-kind facilities - Huge indoor gym - Outdoor courtyard with play structures and swings - Outside garden with weekly gardening activities - Auditorium ** Unique extras - Onsite Spanish teacher throughout the week - Pet lizard and bird to greet the kids each morning - Visits to the kindergarten classes up the hill for fun interaction with older kids - Special events like petting zoos and visits with exotic animals ** Family & community events - Harvest Festival - Ice Cream Socials - Science & Art Fair - Other onsite events that bring families together - Fun themes like Dr. Seuss week ** Nutritious (and fun) snacks provided that kids enjoy - A lot of the "snacks" are even heated/warm! ** Great communication & safety - Mobile App with daily updates and photos - Strong onsite security for peace of mind ** Support for military & families - Military discount + acceptance of military subsidies - Sibling discounts available ** Above-and-beyond teachers - Some have even become our trusted babysitters outside of school It's worth noting that Brave Christian is a faith-based school (as the name suggests), but the community is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming to families of all backgrounds and beliefs. They foster an environment where everyone feels respected and valued. At this age, the focus is on helping children grow into kind, respectful, and compassionate humans. This amazing team has helped raise my kids, and I've truly watched them flourish under their care. I'm so grateful we found this place. Thank you, Brave Christian, for pouring so much love into our family

Both of our kids started in Brave Christian's preschool and have been here ever since -- now in 7th…read moreand 4th grade -- and we couldn't imagine them anywhere else. The teachers don't just teach; they go above and beyond every single day. They know our kids, encourage them, challenge them, and somehow make learning feel like something they choose to do. That alone deserves a medal... or at least a parade. We also appreciate how the school stays grounded in Christian values and Bible-based learning. It's woven into the school day in a way that feels authentic, uplifting, and genuinely meaningful for our kids. The wide range of athletic opportunities is another huge plus -- for both boys and especially girls. The school truly invests in girls' sports, and it shows. Our daughter feels supported, confident, and excited to compete. And the campus? Stunning. Set up on a hill with a beautiful hillside view, it feels peaceful, safe, and inspiring -- the kind of place you actually want your kids spending their days. The community is warm, the communication is clear, and the whole environment is joyful and grounded. Our kids love it here. We love it here. Five stars, no hesitation.

Big fan of this school. My son went to Dougherty from K-5, while Mr Nelson was the principal, and…read moredaughter is currently attending. While it continues to grow they always seem to have a plan in place for the new students and the new additions thus far have been awesome. And in case y'all didn't already know, Ms Lettau is AMAZING!! Proud to be a Dolphin

My daughter goes to this school, and I have to say for the 2 years she has gone here, she has had 2…read moreof the best teachers there. I have been nothing but impressed with the education they provide here. The only downfall about most California schools, up in the bay area I think, do not have school buses. So when we have to go pick them up-drop them off, some of the cars drive by too fast---which is very unsafe for the children crossing the street;( I wish people would be more conscientious of the 25 mph school zone speed limits, or better yet- even go slower, knowing that the children are letting out...I almost saw a parent get hit by a car, crossing the street to go into the school gate;( Great school.

teachers are fine but my kid said the science teacher isn't good…read morefor some reason and she said she was getting bullied but lick for the new principal Mr. Britten it's good for her hope you guys upgrade the school

Called twice about my son getting bullied. Recived no call back for the first call.The principal…read more were at a meeting. I called today and they were at a meeting once again. I am done with the racism my son has to encounter.as you can see in the picture there is blood.

My kids attended Alisal 1 year in 3rd an 5 grade. We moved…read morefrom Spain to CA and I was worried cause they couldnt speak English at that time. The school helped them soooo much! They both had great Teachers there, Mr. ONDI and Mrs. FERNANDES. Both helped them to succeed , I am so grateful. Also at this school they have a welcome comité that helps new families to know how school works and make things really easy when you are not used to the District.

I made a good decision putting my kid in this school. The teachers will really work closely with…read moreyou on your childs development. Mrs Firpo, one of the kindergarten teacher is doing a great job with my son! AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME!!!

This is my second review on Quarry Lane after four years. My younger one has flourished in the past…read moretwo years here and we are incredible grateful for the nurturing environment, especially thankful to his current pre-k teachers Ms. Swati. She has helped my son mastered alphabets, phonics and foundational math skills. Beyond academics, she has also been doing a great job developing his social emotional skills. My son used to be very shy and now with her patience and understanding, he has built strong confidence when interacting with others. In addition, she is also top notch in communicating with us about the development of our son so that we know how to collaborate better with her at home and at school. We feel very fortunate to have Ms Swati as our son's teacher. Highly recommend for anyone who is looking to prepare their kids well for stepping into K. The rest of the school staffs are also wonderful. Ms. Liz, the school Director warmly greets the kids and parents every morning. She is always willing to listen and truly understands the students need. We are very grateful of her and all the school staffs to make QL a wonderful place for our kids to grow and learn.

Ms. Swati is an amazing teacher at Quarry Lane school. My child is in her Pre-k class and he has…read moreprogressed so much with memorizing and writing the entire alphabet and numbers, writing full words, sentences, and now paragraphs. He is is also very excited everyday about the topic of the curriculum whether it's about the human body and all the organs, the ocean or plants. His confidence and love for learning and engagement at school has improved in her class. I attribute this to her teaching style and how she interacts and engages with him. I'm very pleased and happy with she was my son's pre-k teacher because I think she has instilled in him a love for school. I highly recommend Ms. Swati!

Wonderful school and staff!!! One of my children is mildly special need and both of my children…read morehave excelled. Amazing school!

Hearst was a good school 5 years ago. Now it's the bottom elementary in Pleasanton. If you can, try…read moreto relocate and go to another elementary school. Your kid will not grow from the teachers they have now. Multiple good teachers have left the school. Research it yourself. I don't lie. My 2 kids gone to the school. But the last 5 years. The school steadily reduce in teaching valuable academics to just baby sit your kids with YouTube videos and hand outs. No standards books. If they do issue. The teacher will not completely teach the book. Lots on Chromebook homework and no actual teaching. Don't put your kids in this school. If you do, reply back to me that I am wrong. And we can speak facts of the school.

Ms. Walter, the best kindergarten teacher my son could ask for. Spirited and fun and she truly…read moreseems to love her job. She is always smiling, laughing & most importantly, singing to her students! No joke, Ms. Walters, sings to them to; line up, clean up, straighten up, quiet down etc.... the kids respond quickly & as if they were all under hypnosis. She is a fantastic teacher and we really appreciate her.

Elementary school can be the most difficult time in one's life: the beginning of cliques, the…read moredifferentiation of intellect as measured by a meaningless program known as GATE, the foundations for basic math/English skills, etc a million things to worry about as a parent, I'm sure. A simple way to ensure that your child fits in socially: Girls: enroll them in RAGE. Boys: enroll them in Ballistic. Even if they aren't very good, at least they get the cool soccer gear that's practically the uniform of P.U.S.D until high school. That said, this was a great school! I was never concerned for my safety. But then again, I was vaccinated. ;)

Just wanted to reiterate how great this school is!! My daughter has Ms Carrolin this year, and she…read moreis amazing! Front office staff is amazing! Honestly, my daughter goes to this school due to overflow at the school that is in our neighborhood (Lydikson) and this school is a 15 minute drive every morning. But I wouldn't change a thing. This school makes it worth the inconvenience.