As our family says goodbye to Legacy Montessori Christian School, we are filled with gratitude for…read morethe incredible foundation it has given our children. One of the things that has impressed us most is the Montessori approach. Both of our boys were reading by the age of four, developed a genuine love of learning, and entered each new stage with confidence. They learned early math concepts like addition and are heading into elementary school well-prepared academically. We truly believe the individualized, hands-on Montessori environment helped foster their independence, curiosity, and enthusiasm for learning. Equally important to us was the Christian foundation of the school. It was such a blessing to know that the values and biblical principles being taught at school aligned with what we were teaching at home. Having that consistency during their early years was incredibly meaningful for our family. As we begin a new chapter, we do so with thankful hearts. Legacy has given our children a strong academic, spiritual, and personal foundation, and we will always be grateful for the role it has played in their lives. We highly recommend Legacy Montessori Christian School to any family looking for a nurturing, Christ-centered education that truly prepares children to thrive.

I love Legacy Montessori, my kids loved Legacy Montessori, Miss Katy, Miss Shay and all the…read moreteachers. This is the kind of school that you still follow on social media and still look at all your favorite teachers pictures and smile. Teachers are 5 star! Legacy, it has a great security system in the school, with an easy drop off. The school campus is small and great for little ones . 2 to 3-year-olds and even up I think to 5th. I really love the teaching style that my kids have at Legacy Montessori. my daughter and my son attended for two years and kindergarten through second and 3rd-4th. The school teacher Friday is amazing, subject, including speech, intimate, and our favorite mandarin. this one for us to continue a passion for Mandarin and we still have those in Mandarin and now have a live-in aupair from China. The school snd teachers Teach, kindness, respect, and sharing. Really, many of the things most public schools do not take consideration off. Really, still to this day, I value and love that this school took the time to get to know each family, and each child individually. There is upmost love and care for each of the family and children at the school. Unforgettable happy memories will forever be in my heart。Thank you, Ms. Katy, Ms. Shay!

I truly cannot say enough amazing things about this daycare. My baby started here at just 5 months…read moreold, and as a first-time mom, taking him to daycare was honestly one of the hardest things for me. I had so much fear and anxiety about leaving my baby with someone else, but Pansy was absolutely wonderful. She was so patient, understanding, and reassuring, and she really helped give me the comfort I needed to make that transition. Now, seeing how much my baby LOVES being there makes my heart so happy. I can genuinely see the love that Pansy, Arjun, and all of the teachers pour into my baby and the other children. It's not just a place where I feel like I'm dropping him off to be watched, I truly feel like I'm leaving him with people who love and care for him. A special shoutout to his amazing teachers because they are truly the sweetest. They are so caring, loving, and attentive with him, and that means everything to me. My baby is always coming home doing something new, and I'm constantly amazed by how much he is learning and developing while he's there. There is no better feeling as a parent than knowing your baby is safe, happy, learning, and most importantly, loved while you're away. I'm so incredibly grateful that we found this daycare. From the owners, Pansy and Arjun, to all of the wonderful teachers, thank you for loving and caring for my baby the way that you do. You made something that was initially so scary for me become something I now feel completely at peace with. We are so grateful to be a part of this daycare family.

Kiddies Korner is such an amazing daycare my daughter has been attending this daycare since she was…read more5 months old, at first I was scared to leave my daughter with strangers but after meeting the teachers and the owner I knew she would be safe with them. Kah'liyah loves going to daycare everyday the teachers do an amazing job at teaching her new things I see it every time she comes home from daycare she learns something new everyday. If you want a good daycare for your child I definitely recommend this site they are very family oriented and care about all their kids that attend. P.S they take the best pictures here is a few of her while she was at daycare.

We absolutely cannot say enough good things about this preschool. What a GEM! From the second we…read morehad our tour... I've never seen a school more magical for little ones. The homey details in each classroom. From built in tree houses, to dress up, to cozy nooks- this place is really the perfect environment for growing littles! Our daughter had struggled at her past preschool with emotional control. Coming to NCP has helped mold her in such a short period of time. The manner of their teachers is so different. Empathetic, kind, patient, FUN- truly I could go on and on. We wish we would have found them sooner!

All three of my children have gone to North City Preschool, and I can't say enough wonderful things…read moreabout it. The school has the most beautiful outdoor area, it honestly feels like you're tucked away in the woods, and it gives the whole school such a calm, charming atmosphere. The teachers and staff are incredible. They are warm, nurturing, and genuinely invested in every child. My son absolutely loves preschool and his teacher; he's excited to go every single day! Over the years, we've made so many memories at chapel, performances, and family picnics. There's also such a strong sense of community among the families and staff. It really feels like everyone knows and supports one another. Even though we live in Scripps Ranch, it's absolutely worth the drive. North City Preschool is a true hidden gem, and we're so grateful to have been part of this amazing place for all three of our kids!

We love Big Future Preschool! My 4 YO attended here from October 2019 to March 2019 and we wish we…read morehad more time there! (Coronavirus hit and we left and then soon my daughter will go to Kindergarten.) For those 5 months we had a wonderful experience all around. From Christine and Christina managing the front, to the lovely teachers, it was a fantastic experience overall. My daughter learned so much and loved going to school. I personally watched a couple science sessions with Ms. Kay and they were so interesting and fun. And the writing with Ms. Sangeeta was so great! She was extremely patient and she spends time with each of the kiddos to practice writing. This school is a wonderful place for the kiddos and is a great prep for kindergarten. Even with a large gap because of the coronavirus, I am confident my daughter is ready for school next year!

"Dropping off our daughter on her first day felt terrifying--like handing over the most precious…read morething in my world to strangers. But Miss Tina, Miss Hazel, Miss Sarah, Miss Shar, Miss Sammy and Miss Carolyn. They greeted us with these big, genuine smiles and knelt down right away to say hi to her, not me. It melted that knot in my stomach. They're so warm, so patient, and honestly--they've built this little family vibe where kids feel safe and parents feel seen. She comes home giggling about songs and crafts, and I leave every morning knowing she's in the best hands. If you're nervous about preschool, this place makes it easy to breathe."

Four words. Great school. Amazing teachers!…read more I found this preschool back when my first son was a preschooler (4 years ago). I was searching through different preschools nearby my house and found this gem. Anoush the owner took me on a tour of the school when I made a visit and I felt this is it. They have a great program for preschoolers all day. My son loved going to school and now 4 years later, my second son is there as a preschooler and he loves it as well. Both boys have the same teacher teaching them and many of the same teachers are still there. The teachers are great, very caring, responsible, enthusiastic, and most of all they love kids. I can't thank them enough for what they do! One great thing about this school is its open from 6:30am to 6:30pm, allowing working mothers to leave their kids all day. And also they take care of older kids after school. From babies to toddlers to kindergarteners they're all welcome here!

Both of my children attended this school from the time they were 2 until they transitioned into…read moreTK/K at the next school, and all I have are good things to say about this school. My kids enjoy going to school and they enjoy the teachers there. The teachers are amazing and care for the children as if they were their own. We went through a handful of home-based preschools that were not up to par; and we are grateful for Children's Preschool, Miss Rene, and everyone there! My children and I love everyone there, and I even heard my daughter say how sad she was to leave when it was time for her to begin her new school. She still misses it to this day, so we stop by to say hello and she runs with joy inside to hug her friends. There tends to be a wait-list for a reason:) It's worth it!

Love this location. My son always comes out so happy after having a productive day with his…read moreteachers. Is learning so much in the couple months he has been here. Thank you to Audrey for welcoming me and my son. To his teachers in his class thank you for all you do!!

Extremely disappointed. If you are a parent looking for reliable care for your children, who…read morecommunicates with you and who understands the stress that comes with searching for child care, then I DO NOT recommend this place. They will take your money to add you to an imaginary waitlist, which they will then "pause" without notice and without a refund of your deposit. I paid the waitlist fee of $150 on April 6, 2022 with a projected opening spot of December 2022 for my infant. I inquired numerous times regarding my place on the waitlist, only to be given vague responses such as: 1. "We are still working our way through the waitlist" 2. "We have paused all Poway enrollment at this time, we are hoping to enroll new children very shortly into our center. I will be in touch with you soon once we start to move down the waitlist", and 3. "Once we come across your name on the waitlist and a spot becomes available I will be in touch with you immediately." It's the end of January 2023 and I have yet to hear from them. My family and I waited and waited to hear from them, and were not able asses our childcare options properly due to their lack of communication. At this point, I don't believe there is even a waitlist anymore, and i just lost $150 at no fault of our own. If I had removed myself from the waitlist I would understand not getting a refund, but that is not the case. I'm still here waiting for them to "come across my name." I would not recommend taking the chance. Good luck, parents!

This review is LONG overdue for this specific location. We had our son at the other location a few…read moremiles down the road and it was a complete disaster. We transferred our son to this location and what a breath of fresh air. Melinda the principal is AMAZING! She genuinely cares about each child enrolled here and their families. I can't sing enough praise about her and her leadership. The admin has also been great and are so on top of everything (Jessica and Angela). Our son was in the infant room and we had NO issues and knew our son was in great care. Even with COVID on the rise, I feel safer than ever sending my son back here. The staff has implemented a lot of protocol to ensure the kids are safe and my son has been so happy playing his his friends again. They have been extremely communicative and adaptable during these times and I know any child walking through that door will be in great hands. Definitely don't think twice about enrolling your child here.

Worst experience with the Poway Ted Williams location. We were frequently called to pick up our…read morechild, sometimes simply because he couldn't fall asleep during nap time. This felt excessive and showed very little flexibility or understanding of normal child behavior. There also didn't seem to be much focus on learning or development during his time there. I would strongly encourage other parents to carefully evaluate whether this location is the right fit.

We absolutely love Children's Paradise! From the moment we enrolled, the entire staff has been…read moreincredibly kind, welcoming, and supportive. The teachers truly care about the kids and it shows every day in how they interact with them. My children adore their teachers and are always excited to go to school. We've seen so much growth--socially, emotionally, and academically--since they started attending. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing they're in such a positive, nurturing environment. I can't recommend this preschool enough!

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.

Amazing care and learning environment for children. The teachers are wonderful. Our kid is thriving…read morehere! The camaraderie and the way of teaching is true Montessori style. We love it! We are at such peace that our little one is truly looked after here and cared for.

My husband and I visited five different Montessori schools before choosing MCDC and we couldn't be…read morehappier with our choice. When making our preschool decision for our sons, we wanted a place that would be fun, spark friendships and teach them their numbers and letters. But more importantly, we wanted a place that would foster the development of their character and reinforce the virtues we were teaching at home. The staff and teachers at MCDC not only teach patience, community, love, discernment, mindfulness, confidence and discipline; they embody it. They provide the perfect mix of love with discipline, patience with order, independence with guidance. You can see the level of sacrifice each staff member exudes to ensure the best outcome for the students. All of their dedication is apparent in way our sons are developing. Both of my sons attended the school and by the time they turned 5, they were reading and writing beyond our expectations. They were exposed to a wide variety of subjects and not just memorizing facts, they were learning how these subjects worked through tactically application. They also had several opportunities to develop their speaking and leadership skills through performances, speeches and mentoring other students. In addition to the strong academics and leadership MCDC helped to foster was the peace of mind and confidence we felt in the morning dropping them off knowing they are in the best possible hands. As a parent, you make so many sacrifices for your children and it's nice to know for the hours they are at school, the teachers and staff share that same level of love and dedication. Fast forward seven years - my sons are currently in seventh and fifth grade and both continue to thrive. Both tested into GATE SEMINAR and have continued to be in accelerated classes throughout their schooling. We attribute a lot of their success to the great foundation they received at MCDC. We were very nervous about how they would transition from a Montessori school to a traditional public school. However, they excelled academically and socially and made the transition smoothly. As with any Montessori school, it was an investment for our family. But, we feel the skills our sons learned combined with the independence and character they developed made our investment worth it. We would offer our highest recommendation to MCDC!