Our son Fraser started at Enchanted Castle at 18 months and just turned two. The transition was…read moretough during that first week; he cried constantly from drop-off until lunch, and we had to pick him up before nap time. Fast forward to today.. he feels so safe and at home - he is definitely thriving! Fraser has a very strong personality, and we love how patient the staff is and how the Montessori way allows him to channel it positively. We absolutely adore his teachers (Ms. Nhi, Ms. Veronica, Ms. Wen, and Ms. Cat) + a special shout-out to Ms. M, who spoils him with so much love! What really stands out is that all the teachers at the school seem genuinely happy and know Fraser personally. The director, Ms. Prima, is super on top of everything and fosters a great relationship with all the families and staff. I truly appreciate the extra thought and care she puts into the school. If you want a place where your child will be safe, known, and nurtured, we highly recommend this amazing team!

My child transferred to this preschool because of the Eaton Fire. One of the main reasons we chose…read morethis school was that it is much more than a regular daycare -- it offers a trilingual learning environment with reasonable price. Even though my child is in the English program, he also takes Chinese and Spanish classes. Friends of mine from other cities and states often see the school activities I share/post and tell me how envious they are that we have access to such an amazing preschool. My child has learned so much here, especially in STEM-related subjects. His life skills, independence, and hands-on abilities have improved tremendously. The school also provides a wide variety of enriching activities, including science fairs, carnivals, puppet shows, bubble shows, and animal petting events where the children can ride ponies and interact with rabbits and other animals. The school also hosts special Mother's Day and Father's Day breakfast events that make families feel very involved and welcomed. Every year, the winter and spring performances are what I look forward to the most. It is truly impressive to see a group of 4-year-olds confidently perform three English songs, one Chinese song, one Spanish song, and even a dance routine on stage. The children always look so confident and joyful. This year, my child will be graduating, and I am incredibly grateful to Ms. Joanna and Ms. Regina. They are warm, energetic, patient, and genuinely caring teachers. The classroom environment they create is loving and harmonious, and the children are kind and supportive toward one another. We will always appreciate the wonderful experience our child had here.

Our family absolutely loved Ms. Hanna's daycare! It's a warm, nurturing environment where children…read moreare not only happy but also engaged and constantly learning. Ms. Hanna has such a natural gift with kids--our son always felt safe, supported, and excited to go each day. She encourages kindness, curiosity, and independence in every child, and it truly shows. We feel so fortunate to have found such a special place and would recommend it wholeheartedly.

If you're looking for a high-quality daycare that truly cares, look no further! After being…read moredisplaced by the Eaton fire, I was searching for a clean, nurturing, and supportive environment for my daughter--and I found exactly that here. From the moment she met Ms. Hanna and said "hello," I knew we had found something special. My daughter absolutely loves going to daycare every day, and that peace of mind is priceless. Ms. Hanna is not only warm and welcoming but also incredibly transparent about my daughter's progress, always keeping me updated and even sending pictures throughout the day. Since starting here, my daughter has become more social, outgoing, and confident--she always walks out with a huge smile on her face! As a parent, knowing that my child is safe, happy, and thriving means everything to me. This daycare has truly been a blessing, and I am beyond grateful for the care, dedication, and love they provide. If you want a place where your child will be valued, supported, and excited to learn, this is it!

We love this daycare! Our daughter started here at eight months old, and she is now almost two. The…read moreteachers are kind, caring, and treat every child like family. She has learned so much, made great friends, and always runs inside with a huge smile every single morning. Highlights: Teachers give warm updates and care deeply for the kids. Ms. Jasmine the director also establishes a clear line of communication and keeps parents updated with reminders of activities or days closed. I love how in the summer, the older toddlers have a water day! They also get to participate in music and sport enrichment activities. My daughter came home so proud of herself for learning how to jump and kick a ball! Safe Space: The rooms are clean, secure, and very well-organized. I love how all of the artwork is what the children produce, and not put together by the teachers. The teacher to student ratio is also a plus! Peace of Mind: She's always smiling and laughing when I come pick her up because she's had an amazing day! Lately, she has started naming the friends she looks forward to seeing. Watching Her Grow: This incredible daycare has seen our daughter through every major milestone. They watched her progress from crawling to standing, walking, and now running. Today, she is quite the talker with a large vocabulary for her age. At 22 months old, she can already recognize some letters in the alphabet, count to 10, solve puzzles, and follow directions. Final Thoughts: We are truly sad to leave this amazing place. We are moving away from the Pasadena area, and saying goodbye is so hard. Leaving your baby with others is tough, but this team made it easy and wonderful. We are so grateful for them!

10/10 recommend! The directors and staff do an incredible job providing a safe, nurturing, and…read moreeducational environment. My first daughter just graduated from BOD after being there for 2.5 years (she started at 5 months). And there was no question we would enroll our second daughter at BOD, who is now almost one, and we started her at 3 months! We have gotten to know all of the teachers throughout the years and each one of them truly cares about what they do to ensure every single child is properly cared for. My younger daughter had feeding/OT issues around the time she started at BOD, and the staff helped accommodate OT exercises and feeding practices to help her overcome her issues while away from home. BOD treats their students as if they are their own children, and my daughters have absolutely loved attending this daycare. THANK YOU BOD!!!

We learned early on how incredibly important and foundational the learning ages of 2-5 were going…read moreto be for our son's growth. Until the age of two, we were able to nurture his love of creativity through art, get him engaged in reading and music, and keep him active and independent while learning at home, but his social-emotional growth needed a community like Modern Schoolhouse to truly develop. We met another family at his favorite playground that had an AMAZING experience at Modern Schoolhouse and their daughter, who was academically gifted and raised with similar philosophies, was thriving under their care. We enrolled and discovered for ourselves that Modern Schoolhouse was indeed an absolute gem for child development. Our son entered after turning two, and he was very shy/reserved at the time. The talking, dancing, singing, bilingual artist that blew us away with his funny ideas and love of learning at home, needed help expressing himself in the larger group. Over the next several years, Leonardo was able to grow and thrive his ability to emotionally self-regulate, from having a 'safe space' at home to being able to identify what he was feeling and how to 'calm his body,' to listening to others and respecting common space. What we didn't anticipate was not just the top quality of the school, the clean aesthetic spaces, and the exceptional teachers (Teacher Alicia from class 3 was truly amazing!!), but also the like minded and kind community that became a key part of our son's social life. During our son's first years at home, we studied Montessori, Waldorf, and Reggio Emilia- instituting some principles of each in our approach at home. It wasn't until we met Sue and her philosophies at Modern Schoolhouse did we see some of these same philosophies embodied in an American child care setting; and we must have interviewed or toured at 5 or more local schools before finding Modern Schoolhouse. The core beliefs consist of the idea that children are competent, capable, curious individuals with hundreds of ways of self expression. The role of the school and family should be creating a structured, clean, and aesthetic environment that is conducive stimulating exploration and discovery. Teachers in this sense guide and foster collaboration rather than just 'delivering information.' Giving our son a new challenge was hard at first, but Sue and her staff were quick to offer suggestions and outside resources so we could reinforce some lessons at home, especially around his development of social/emotional skills like managing anger, dealing with disappointment, and learning to communicate when he needed space. He also was given the chance to learn how to build relationships and have positive interactions with new friends. Each 'season' and month had different themes that would be clearly delivered in monthly/quarterly emails along with chances to meet with teachers on child progress in key development areas of language, tracing, use of scissors, how to put on shoes/jackets, counting, class participation/listening, and emotional self expression. By class 3 (3 years old and above), our son was giving 'show and tell' presentations, using the 'sharing bee' to discuss their weekend, and playing inventive games to stimulate imagination and curiosity. Through the use of brightwheel, we were always shown photos and videos of our son having fun with friends and doing some fun activity. The school also offered many events at the school such as the "annual art show," "parent and me" day, and music sessions from Teacher Gaia culminating in a student led music performance (the cutest!). This year all the 4 classes made their own animal costumes and acted out various Disney themes. It was extraordinary to see him flourish and thrive under Teacher Alicia in class 3, who is truly remarkable for her ability to connect to kids and meet them where they are on the journey. By the end he was more confident in his presentations and even singing his favorite Disney songs Karaoke style to the class! Everything ended on a wonderful note with his graduation and small speech to parents and the graduating class. We were given an opportunity for a graduation photoshoot and his 'family book' with messages from all of the teachers as a keepsake that he created during his time there. As he graduated before many of the others in class 3, everyone created a special hand painted art for him with with the handprints of all his friends. It is bittersweet to go onto the next chapter, but he graduated school scoring high in every single metric of development, and he easily was interviewed and accepted into an international private school. Thanks you for being such a key part of his childhood journey and we hope to stay in touch with Leonardo and our growing family!

Our daughter was a founding student at Modern Schoolhouse in Eagle Rock. She attended TMS from when…read moreshe was 18 months until she graduated as a 4-year-old (when our family moved from LA to Denver). It's difficult to capture the gratitude and appreciation we have for Sue and her team in words. Modern Schoolhouse was an integral, joyful part of our family's life for several years. The teachers expertly crafted a safe, nurturing, and rigorous environment that provided a strong foundation for our daughter to blossom and grow. I feel like we will always look back on our enrollment at Modern Schoolhouse as one of the best parenting decisions we've ever made. A few things stand out about TMS: CURRICULUM - Our daughter was enrolled in full-time childcare for a year prior to Modern Schoolhouse. However, it was unclear whether her previous caregivers were working toward any kind of goal (e.g., Kindergarten readiness) or if she was learning anything. That changed the instant we enrolled at TMS. I remember feeling skeptical when Sue asked us to purchase a special pack of flashcards. However, a few months later our 1.5 year-old daughter was recognizing the alphabet and making letter sounds at home. We were legitimately shocked! Preschool years are so important for kids to develop foundational skills and get broad exposure to different topics. Modern Schoolhouse delivers a learning experience that feels ambitious, but not forced. Our daughter was always engaged with the current unit (e.g., marine life, camping, etc.) and excited to go to school. That is the best feeling as a parent! The regular assessments and parent/teacher conferences helped us understand her progress and make a smooth transition to our new school in Colorado. CARE - At the same time that preschool aged children are exploring new academic concepts, they're also learning how to interact and play with other children. Modern Schoolhouse does such an excellent job helping their students communicate, manage their emotions, and engage with their classmates. At TMS our daughter learned things like how to ask for space and differentiate between good vs. bad choices. Teacher/staff transitions are inevitable and unavoidable in early childhood learning. What stood out to us about TMS was the quality and consistency of the team over the years and across classrooms. The teachers at Modern Schoolhouse helped us through the various ups and downs of life with a toddler and major transitions like potty training. Now that we're no longer enrolled at TMS, we're realizing that we took for granted how proactive and responsive the teachers were with their communication. The "ouch reports" from the playground, the quick responses to questions, it's all so important for parents - especially if this is your first childcare experience. COMMUNITY - Lastly, I want to highlight the broader Modern Schoolhouse community. Our daughter became very close with several other girls in her classroom and over time we became friends with their parents as well. TMS families are diverse, kind, and welcoming. I appreciated the music day potluck, annual art show, graduation, and the various other ways that Modern Schoolhouse brought everyone together to celebrate the students. Thank you Modern Schoolhouse! We will forever be grateful to you for the positive impact you had on our family.

Julia is just amazing. We reached out to her for help in finding a nanny for our newborn. We had no…read moreidea where or how to start looking and were also very short on time to invest in the process & with such an important & personal matter, we knew we wanted an expert's help. We got that & more when working with Julia!!! She was incredibly patient, detailed oriented & efficient. We had a lot of very specific requirements & wants when it came to looking for a nanny & had no luck on our own. Most importantly though, Julia is an amazing listener & we really felt she took the time to understand what we wanted in a nanny, even if some of it was very foreign and nuanced. She was also great at getting a sense of each candidate that she sent our way. We actually ended up going with a candidate that had the least written qualifications & we may have easily passed over if not for Julia's notes about how wonderful her general energy and personality seemed for us. We've had the nanny with us for 3 weeks now and love having her & feel that it's an amazing fit. We definitely could never have found her without Julia on the case!!! We really feel it may be the money most well spent of everything we've been through with our 4 month old so far (& we have been to see many specialists and experts along the way) Can't recommend Julia highly enough!!!

We are not first time parents, and have explored many different childcare options and Cheerful…read moreBeginnings is at the top of our list! Our son needed full time care due to our busy schedules working in healthcare and Julia was so wonderful accomodating our schedules. My son loved his teachers here and Julia's experience and education in childcare is exceptional. My son felt right at home and sometimes wasn't ready to leave at pickup! They have an organized curriculum, access to app for daily updates and healthy meal plans. I have already recommended them to my coworkers!

I have two kids (6yr, 4yr) and they had attended this daycare since they were 2 yrs old. It was…read moresuch a blessing that we found this Korean daycare because we were new to this neighborhood and also looking for Korean school specifically. Now my second one is leaving to TK this fall and it is so sad that we are not coming back here anymore. We loved this place because; 1. Teachers are so amazing. I can tell that they care their students by heart because both of my kids loved their teachers each year. If you have any concern about your child, teachers are always welcome to discuss the matter. 2. Gourmet lunch. IT is THE most fascinating part because you do not have to pack your child's lunch daily. The facility will provide a lunch menu every month and each day it is really nice HOMEMADE HOT healthy food. 3. Each month, school will provide different academic curriculum which includes, cultural experience, sensory and motor skill development, academic (Eng., Korean, Math) skills, etc. I truly recommend this place if you are looking for heart warming school for your child. I am so glad that my children made a good memories at Sundance.

Our son has attended Sundance for the last two years and will be attending Kinder in the fall, and…read morewe are so sad to be leaving Sundance so soon! I remember considering many preschools before we settled on Sundance: play-based schools, montessori, schools with a religious-bent, schools with an academic bent, etc. Sundance checked so many boxes for us as it has a balance of academic preparation, Korean language instruction, fine-motor skill development through daily crafts, gross-motor skill development through outdoor play and regularly scheduled events, good communication (through pictures, newsletters, and daily reports, and an outstanding director who is always available via text and email)! And the icing on the cake is that I don't have to make lunch every day. I'll say that again-- I never have to pack a lunch, because this amazing school prepares a healthy, HOT lunch in-house for the students every day. With three kids, this has been an immense blessing that I never take for granted. I truly feel at ease when I drop off my son at school. That kind of trust and peace of mind is gold. Thank you, Sundance! We love you!

We cannot recommend Pink Elephant enough. Our youngest son started at Pink Elephant at 7 months,…read moreafter having such a positive experience with our eldest. Within a day, he was suddenly taking very consistent (and long) naps, eating on the same schedule we had at home, and actively engaging with all the teachers at the school. We would get regular photos of him "learning", something we really loved- despite being so young, the teachers continue to invest in his development. We can tell that they pay attention to him- they're constantly reporting back to us on his preferences and his development. It's also really clear how attached he's become to Ms. Mae. He lights up when he sees her and loves to be in her arms. We are so thankful that Pink Elephant has taken care of both of our children.

Long overdue updated review! We just can't say enough good things about Pink Elephant. Although our…read morefirstborn had already moved onto preschool, but our babygirl is ready for daycare! Let me say, Ms May helped my both kids to start walking!!! Our girl is a bit physically delayed but once she started Pink Elephant, she stood up within 2 weeks and walking within a month! Not to mention, our firstborn started walking the very same week at Pink Elephant. We were pretty shocked! Don't know what Ms May did, but she definitely has tricks up her sleeves with kids! She literally has answers to everything. Know that Ms May and their staffs are extremely knowledgable as well! I've asked Ms May for many advices in the beginning with our firstborn because there's just so many questions and Ms May had answered them all, and helped us with their eating/drinking habits and so on. We are so blessed to have Ms May and staffs caring for our babygirl, daily pictures are such a bonus as many daycare doesn't do so on a daily basis. Pink Elephant does, consistently everyday too, now that's commitment. Give them a try, you won't regret it.

If you're looking for last-minute childcare, want a date night out, or have a temporary freelance…read moreproject that you need to finish, then look no further than BumoCare. Bumo is on-demand, flexible child care, aimed at parents who need a safe and engaging space for their children. What I love most about sending my daughter to BumoCare is how flexible they are with my schedule, how easy they are to book, and the quality of care my daughter received. My daughter did a half day at the Pasadena location while my husband and I went on a much-needed date. I love how their classes are 10 students max, for ages 2-11, and they have different lessons and curriculums they switch up. For example, my daughter made a little shaker instrument when she was there. I also didn't have time to pack her any snacks or food, so I ordered a Little Spoon meal from them, and she ate it all up, she loved it! If you do pack your own foods, be mindful it's a nut-free facility. While we did have to sign a waiver beforehand just in case something happens, my mind was put at ease immediately when the staff sent photos and updates, and they do so often, which I appreciate more than people know. Hubby and I just knew our daughter was in caring and capable hands, and we know that trust is hard to find. When we came to pick her up, she had a big smile on her face, and they sent her home with a Bumo Brain Box, so there were many more goodies for her to enjoy in the comfort of her home too!

We LOVE BumoCare! When our regular daycare closes on random days (non-holidays) and we have no…read morefamily in the area to help look after our kids, we turn to Bumo. It is a little pricey but It is not just a regular babysitting service - I see it as an enrichment program for both my kids. On days they were there, they were continuously stimulated with lessons and activities. My older one didn't even want to waste time on naps. There were just so much to do! They hire the most caring, gentle, and patient staffs. My daughter was having a tough drop off one time and all 5 caregivers working that day each took their time to comfort and console her. When my son's drool rash flared up. They made sure to communicate that to us right away through their Procare app. They go above and beyond in making sure both our kids felt welcome and well attended to. The last time we used their service, they sent us a total of 36 pictures and videos within a span of 8 hrs! I have no doubt they were under the best care and I wish this is their regular daycare.

I sent my little son when he was 22 months. He feels very happy everyday here. and I love their art…read moreworks which always make me feel warm. Also, I compared with other preschool, living way has less vacations（no school）days! It's near my house, but I didn't notice this school 2 years ago, so I didn't send my first kid here. I regretted not having met earlier.

Just attended one of my grandson's preschool graduation to Kindergarten (a cap and gown affair) and…read morewas so impressed with the staff and what the students have learned. I'm just sorry that they don't offer Kindergarten here. I couldn't believe that the principal took the time to ask each of the 15 graduates a series of questions like their favorite color, favorite food, what they are good at, and one thing Jesus wants them to do along with relating their positive characteristics to the audience. Their teachers taught them 27 bible verses which they recited after the teacher gave them the first word of each verse. I think it's a good indication that the children not only build their academic skills but also their self esteem when the principal related that a high school graduate recently came back to see their preschool teacher there. So glad my grandsons had the opportunity to go here.

Our son has spent a little over 2 years at Little Acorn, starting when he turned 18 months old. It…read morehas been a fantastic experience for us, and we cannot recommend the school and its staff / teachers enough! Over the past two years, we have found our son's program to be constantly thought provoking, exploratory, and supportive for him. The teachers have always been A+ from the toddler room to the pre-primary classroom to now the primary classroom. Our son is always positively talking about his teachers and classmate friends at home, and we attribute that to the nurturing and happy environment at Little Acorn. We also get daily notifications via the Procare App, which is quite helpful for us to keep track of his progress and fun throughout the week. We also participate in the lunch program as the food is cooked fresh at the school. This has really opened up our son's taste (he's certainly not a picky eater anymore!) and the ease of having a good lunch / snacks provided everyday is amazing. We highly recommend Little Acorn for any family looking for a great pre-school environment for their children. We feel blessed to have found Little Acorn when we first moved to the Alhambra area 2 years ago, and look forward to more adventures and learning for our soon as he continues in the primary classroom.

Our daughter spent a year and a half at Little Acorn, starting from when she was 18 months old…read more It's a great daycare program filled with thoughtful and caring teachers, enriching activities, and overall, is a structured environment that supports the children well. In particular, I cannot say enough good things about Ms. Amanda's Toddler classroom. Our daughter came home weekly with beautifully crafted art projects and we received regular photo updates from the Procare app, which gave us peace of mind when she was so little. She also began potty training around 25 months old when Ms. Amanda noticed that she showed interest, and I attribute her potty training success to the consistent effort and support reinforced by her and the rest of the teachers. Another positive is that our very picky eater has been a big fan of the hot lunch program, which is cooked on-site (thanks Ms. Gene!) I would remove a star as there was quite a bit of staff turnover right as our daughter switched into the Pre-Primary classroom. This was unfortunate as the ever-changing staff made the transition more challenging for our child, and she had a bit of a regression. However, once Ms. Nona was instated as the main teacher, she was patient and worked with our daughter, meeting her at her level until she got over the hump. Though we're sad to leave Little Acorn, we're grateful that this program set our daughter up with such a great foundation. We will miss all the teachers at Little Acorn!