I don't think I can say enough great things about this school!…read moreBoth of my kids have gone here and the staff is the best I've encountered anywhere. They truly care about every kid and get to know you and your family. They appreciate each child's gifts and let him/her shine. They also focus on making the day play based, while fostering growth in other aspects - social, emotional, physiological, etc. It's also amazing how the pre-K class has more "lessons" snuck into the curriculum, considering it really is all centered around playing. My kids (and my husband and I!) have made life long friends thanks to the community that UCNS nurtures.

Seriously could not be happier with UCNS. The teachers are phenomenal, kind, communicative, and…read morecompassionate. One of the amazing things about UCNS is the hygiene! They have such great hygiene policies that my two sons were so rarely sick from school it was incredible! Best choice we made for preschool!

I worked at the Kumon center in Woodland for just about 2 years and couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience! Dr. Ngo hired me as a high school student with no previous work experience. It was the perfect first job for a high school/college student, with very reasonable hours and flexibility around other commitments. She provided adequate training and offered plenty of opportunity for growth in terms of responsibilities and pay. Dr. Ngo runs a tight ship, making sure students are well behaved and focused on their work, but she is also very receptive to both students and employees needs and treats everyone with respect and kindness. I learned so much in my time working at Kumon that opened up many doors for me throughout college, and I'll always have fond memories of working with the students there!

Our daughter was struggling learning to read so she needed some extra help so we decided to give…read moreKumon a try. Dr. Ngo was amazing and truly helped our daughter and our son who we so took for him to further his math and reading skills. Thank you!!​

This address and my review is for the preschool. Woodland Christian School as a whole is like a big…read morefamily with teachers who love your kids and parents who love to get involved. I highly recommend it, and get involved with the school any way you can, because then you truly are a part of your child's education and part of the family! The preschool is very well established with excellent, fun, and creative curriculum. My first son has been going here for two years and my other son will be starting in the fall. They have two age groups: a 3-4 class (pre-pre kinder) and a preschool class (pre-kinder). Make sure you sign up the first day of registration early in the year for the next fall, cause it's a popular place!

My daughter has been going her for two years this school is incredible along with the teachers I…read morewould recommend to all great learning environment

MAGIC! Nadia and her amazing tutoring crew are THE BEST! My son cannot wait to go each week and my…read moreyounger child cannot wait to be old enough to attend. My son is loving math, his confidence has grown tremendously, he comes back so excited to learn more and watch the extra videos. Nadia is so warm and creates a safe space for the kids to ask questions, support each other and realize how exciting math can be. We are so lucky to have found Mega Math when we did, my son will enter middle school with such a stronger foundation because of the amazing staff and curriculum created by Nadia!!!!

This is a great class! Small groups, fun and for every type of student. Whether you need extra…read moresupport or just want to strengthen your child's math skills, Nadia is a fantastic teacher. My daughter looks forward to going every week. And it's affordable, check it out!

My son has been working with Alexa for just over a month, and I'm so thankful we found her. She…read moretutors him in reading (he's in 2nd grade), and I can already see progress. More importantly, he's becoming more confident and is now willing to read out loud, which is such a big step for him. My son has ADHD, and Alexa is so patient and creative in keeping him focused during lessons. She really understands how to work with him in a way that makes learning feel positive instead of stressful. I also love that she's local here in Woodland and offers tutoring at an affordable rate--it's not easy to find that combination. I highly recommend Alexa to any parent looking for a supportive, reliable, and caring tutor.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Lisa and her daughter Alexa. Our first-grade son, who…read morehas been diagnosed with ADHD and Autism, needed a consistent, patient, and understanding tutoring environment--something that felt safe and supportive. From the moment we met Lisa and Alexa, we knew we had found exactly what we were looking for. Even though we live in Natomas, we chose to make the drive to Woodland because we saw how attentive and committed they were to our son's individual needs. Each tutoring session is thoughtfully tailored to his learning style and challenges. Lisa and Alexa not only help build his reading skills but also take the time to identify areas of improvement, offering helpful suggestions that support his growth both in and out of the classroom. In just two months, we've seen incredible progress--not only in his reading ability but also in his confidence. That boost has carried over into his classroom work and overall attitude toward learning. Lisa and Alexa have truly made a difference in our son's educational journey, and we're so grateful to have them as part of his support team. We highly recommend their tutoring services to any family looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and effective educators.

When we first moved to Davis, we assumed our kids would go to one of the great public schools here…read more-- that was part of why we chose this area. After the first few months, with 27-30 kids in our son's class, we observed that it was hard for him to get individual attention, and during our first parent-teacher conference, it felt like his teacher didn't really know him. A friend mentioned Peregrine, and at first we weren't sure -- especially because of the tuition. But when we visited, the campus immediately stood out. There were tree forts, gardens planted by students, zip lines, hay bales, and ample space to run. It just felt alive. Our son absolutely loves it there. Every morning he sprints onto the playground before we can even say goodbye. The teachers know him -- really know him. Within the first two weeks, they even noticed he was having trouble pronouncing certain words and suggested we check with our pediatrician about a speech evaluation. That early attention made such a difference. We've also been amazed by how intentional the academics are. He has one-on-one reading time twice a week, small group literacy sessions, and a class library full of graphic novels like Dog Man and Zita the Space Girl that keep him excited about reading. His progress has been incredible. He learns outside -- rain or shine -- with teachers who guide gardening, cooking, ceramics, and project-based lessons. The school celebrates different cultures through music, food, and dance, and the meals are cooked right on site and actually healthy. What stands out most is how much the teachers care. They communicate proactively, notice social dynamics, and address things right away. It's clear that he's seen, supported, and surrounded by people who genuinely care about his growth. After his first week there we received a detailed assessment of his reading and math levels with handwritten notes explaining areas of improvement and where we can help him further. This sort of detailed individual feedback really showed how they truly took the time to get to know our son. We also really appreciate the weekly class emails we get from his teachers. They summarize what the kids learned that week in reading, math, and other subjects -- along with photos and little anecdotes. It's such a thoughtful touch, and it makes us feel connected to what's happening in the classroom day to day. In addition the teachers are always accessible before and after class for us to discuss concerns and questions that arise. As the more financially cautious one in our family, I wasn't sure how we'd feel about private school -- but seeing how happy and curious he is now, it truly feels worth it. Watching him grow, ask questions, and grow his love of learning has been such a gift. One thing we've learned is there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to school. Davis has so many great options -- I'm just glad we found one that fits our son so well. We ended up enrolling our daughter there at the preschool as well!

This is our forth year at the Peregrine school: my daughter started at 3 years old in their…read morepreschool and now she is in their elementary school. I wanted to share our experience from this most recent school year. The school's full-day kindergarten program has small student-to-teacher ratios, a nurturing environment, a terrific teaching team, and an immersive project-based curriculum. My daughter was in a classroom of 12 children and three teachers. Two of the teachers swapped places depending on the subjects that were taught that day, so there were always two teachers with the kids. The school created a trilingual program where the kindergarteners were learning a bit of Spanish and Mandarin in addition to having the core curriculum in English. What I particularly appreciate about the language component is how the teachers wove in cultural literacy into their lessons along with language instruction. There are many things that set apart this kindergarten program from others. Six hours of daily programming allows teachers to create a rich experience filled with language arts, math, science, gardening, cooking, music, and movement. The program allows you to drop off your kid at 8:30 am and pick them up by 3:15 pm with before and after school care available to those who need it; instruction takes place between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. Children are served healthy, nutritious, and well-balanced meals that are prepared on site and given at snack time and lunch. The food is so good that my child begged me to get a recipe from the school chef for a "lentil dish that is better than candy." The school's acre of gardens and play space allows the children to learn and play while being surrounded by beautiful nature. Kindergarteners spend at least an hour outside each day. Additionally, the school has three teacher specialists who work with the students weekly in the areas of gardening/cooking, music, and movement. The incredible food program coupled with the gardening lessons exposed my child to lots of new food that she was resistant to try before. My daughter particularly enjoys the kale and peas she gets to eat straight from the school garden. This past year the class got to go on five field trips to visit the Davis food co-op, a farm in West Sac, and attend three events at the Mondavi center. (This does not include many smaller trips to the playgrounds and parks near the school.) The Peregrine school also arranges for performances around Chinese New Year and other holidays on the school site. Towards the end of the school year, as part of their science unit, the class got to watch caterpillars hatch out of eggs and transform into butterflies. Children also witnessed the entire lifecycle of silkworms ending with moths laying eggs. I feel lucky to have this kindergarten program available in our town and I wanted to share our experience in case this may be a good fit for other families in this group. The Peregrine school offers instruction at all elementary grade levels through sixth grade in case you have an older child and you are interested in their program.

My daughter is thriving in the Pre-K program at Discovery! The Director Sue is a passionate,…read morehighly educated, loving early childhood educator and her team is wonderful. My daughter has learned Spanish, made deep, secure connections with her classmates and teachers and practices the empathy she sees modeled at school. The approach takes the best of Reggio, Socratic Method and High Scope and incorporates tons of active, outdoor play, art everyday, imaginary play, and themed units that really appeal to the kids' interests. Drop off is calm and welcoming (so important to us after the chaotic drop off at a previous school) and the school has a homey, sweet vibe. My daughter looks forward to coming to school every day and is becoming a good little citizen thanks to her time at Discovery. I feel 100% confident that she's on track for Kinder.

My kids are grown now. Discovery was wonderful. I worked very long hours, but they worked with me,…read morenot against me. Every day at pick up, both kids proudly showed me their art, books they read, songs they sang, and other interesting projects. If they saw a bug inside , a teacher would gently move it outside and explain how to respect nature. They loved the chickens. They loved singing songs, reading in the loft and swinging. They loved circle time. Why am I writing now? Because I finally slowed down and am going through boxes of my kids artwork. It's a sentimental project. But I remember their teachers fondly. They watched over two precious children while their parents worked to provide a middle class home, groceries, utilities, etc. in a safe little town. Both kids are doing just fine. I never worried about them when I dropped them off. Thank you, Discovery. Thank you especially to Sue. Peace.

Best choice I have ever made for my child! The structure and format of READ helped my child make…read moretremendous gains in reading, writing, and organizing that wasn't possible in the red-taped environment of public schools.

After years of advocating for my son and searching for a school that could meet his unique learning…read moreneeds, we had high hopes for READ. My son made meaningful progress in reading, and I am grateful for the school's evidence-based dyslexia instruction. However, our experience also revealed important limitations for students with co-occurring autism, ADHD, and executive functioning challenges. As both a parent and an LCSW specializing in autism, I approached READ as a partner. I expected early collaboration around my son's strengths, challenges, and the strategies that had helped him succeed elsewhere. Before significant behavioral concerns emerged, I requested simple accommodations such as movement breaks and fidget tools but was told they would be disruptive to other students. To my knowledge, my son never had a proactive support plan. My experience was that my son's behaviors were addressed primarily through discipline rather than understanding their function or teaching replacement skills. As behavior logs became increasingly detailed, it became harder to distinguish meaningful concerns from age-appropriate immaturity or autism-related social differences. It was difficult to watch my son become increasingly discouraged, isolated, and unsure of how to be successful at school. Despite repeated efforts to collaborate, I saw little emphasis on proactive intervention, positive reinforcement, or identifying the function of behavior. My concern was never that READ had limits to the support it could provide, but that those limits did not become clear until the end of our experience. During our final meeting, READ told me they could no longer support my son unless he first attended a behavior program. That recommendation differed from those of the public school district and the professionals involved in his care. I was also told READ does not have a behaviorist, therapist, or behavioral specialist on staff. The end of our time at READ was especially disappointing. The focus was almost entirely on my son's challenges, with little acknowledgment of his strengths or growth. He was also excluded from the school's end-of-year BBQ as his placement ended. For autistic children, thoughtful transitions matter, and I wish his departure had reflected that he was a valued member of the community. READ can be an excellent fit for many students with dyslexia. I share my experience so families of children with additional developmental or behavioral needs can ask informed questions before enrolling, including: * How are autism- and ADHD-related needs supported? * What proactive accommodations and interventions are available? * What behavioral or mental health expertise is available on campus? * At what point does the school determine that a student's needs exceed the supports it can provide?