We love Inspirations Preschool and have enjoyed the past five years with the incredible staff. Both…read moreour kids started at 18 months, our daughter who is in first grade now still wants to run in and say hi to the teachers to pick up her brother. They have always treated us like family and I know even when our youngest graduates to Kinder we will still stop by to say hello. The playground is awesome, the classrooms are full of color and proof of fun that has been had. Highly recommend this place

Our daughter started at this school in 2016 and we love it! The teachers and staff are welcoming,…read morefriendly, and knowledgeable. Any time we've had general questions or suggestions they have been very open and receptive. Everyone is kind, approachable, and they truly care about the children. It is nice community to be a part of. The outdoor space is amazing and our daughter feels so free running around and "adventuring." I feel they do a nice job following Montessori principles (which differ from traditional public school methods) and that was a priority for us. She learns so much and truly enjoys being in school. We are planning to keep her here through sixth grade because it's such a great place!

The Montessori methods of teaching are wonderful. If you can get your children into this Montessori…read moreschool consider your self lucky. Investing in your children's educations is good. This is big time good, and my wife and I are extremely pleased with the results from the Montessori methods!

We go to Christian Life Center's Church and really wanted to try the school for my 3 year old. She…read moreloves going to school because its a fun, friendly, but also faith based environment. What I love is the time spent teaching my little one about God. There is lots of structure and planning behind everything which I love. The teachers are my favorite! We love Sharon & Mimma and Pastor Guy is also involved with the kids too! My daughter will be here for as long as we can because we love it so much!

Location. In an old portable building adjacent to the baseball fields. They have 2 portables for…read moredifferent times of day use. The left one is for the morning TK and kinder who come here when morning school ends to stay until 220 pm and get out when the others grades are released. This is why we signed up my grandchild. Because of other sibling in school until about 230 pm. We were only able to see the champions room the day before school started for a couple minutes and even getting to do that was like pulling teeth to get someone to show us the room. It's dark and dreary. We didn't know at the time but the TK and kinder kids are kept here all afternoon. They even eat lunch on the room at a couple small tables. It didn't look like there were enough chairs or tables for all the kids in the program. Maybe about half. We were told the kids are bright out daily at 240 but I found out from experience it's 220 pm. And it's been very hot. Having him sit out in 100 degree heat and extra 20 min wasn't okay Then I called to ask. In early Wednesday what time do you bring them out ? 1140 am. Ok. I have had a feeling staff didn't really know because even the person who answered the phone put me on hold to ask someone else. Do I called again the next day and was told the same. 1140. Then when I picked up my grandchild I asked the woman at the gate. What time is early Wednesday. To he specific I asked the same question each time. " what time do you bring them out"! Not what's the latest I can get them. Well come to find out they brought them out at 1120 every day and 1140 is the last minute they can be there with out penalty. Crazy. Why tell people 1140 is you want them picked up on time ? And again it's been super hot in September this year and the child doesn't need to be out waiting an extra 20 min. Then Thursday comes. I go to pick him up and the woman says nothing to me. Where's his backpack?? Well he lost it somewhere. You're kidding. From kinder class when you walk them over as a group YOUR staff somehow lost it!! I didn't say this but I'm thinking it. I want in and checked champions building. No backpack. She says well you can walk around and try to find it. I walked toward the kinder class. And there sitting by the kids bench where they like up for champions pick up is his backpack sitting there on the ground. !!!!! Your staff walked off and left it and took him with it not in his back. Who is in charge that's making these major mistakes. Well the Director Lily yells at me and says " we manage the kid, not their property". And kind you o hadn't said anything. I was just thinking how are you all managing your run a program. But this was the straw that broke camels back since we had found out they don't have any outdoor play area, and the part two weeks had herb nothing but snide remarks and attitude from the staff. Both my kids always did champions in Atascadero and I never had any issues. So all of this was shocking. And in Atascadero district champions kids play on School equipment Champions staff made several comments about not being affiliated with the school which of course I know it's a contracted outside company. Obvious! Buy the way comments were made made me feel there's been a bad relationship with the school and animosity So we cancelled the program for our child. I found out the same day one of our close friends also pulled their grandson out as well and heard rumors of more unhappy parents. This program needs a complete revamp. It's sad because it's convenient but an attitude adjustment and setting up an outdoor play ykme on the kinder play equipment are necessary Sept 2025.

Both kids went here. Great experience, love the staff. Very convenient. In six years we didn't…read morehave any major mishaps or reasons to consider leaving.

I wanted to share my experience with this preschool's enrollment process because it has been very…read moredisappointing and confusing. About 1 and half years ago, I spoke with Marie, who told me my child had a slight chance of getting in. She advised me to fill out an application and pay a $50 fee after the tour. I did everything as instructed, expecting that we at least had a reasonable chance. However, after paying the fee, I was told that my child was actually around number 100 on the waiting list. This was never communicated beforehand. If I had known there was such a long waiting list, I would have reconsidered applying. The waiting list process has not been transparent at all -- I've received no updates or clear communication about how it works or where my child actually stands now. It feels unfair to collect fees without disclosing this information upfront. I hope the school improves their communication and transparency for future families, because it's really discouraging to go through this experience without honest information from the start

Couldn't be happier at this school. Everyone has been extremely approachable and caring and my son…read morelooks forward to going to school every day and doing his "work." Mary is very approachable and seems to have a genuine interest in the long term success and well being of the children in the school. Teachers are very approachable and are happy to meet with you if any issues come up and are also accessible be phone or email. They seem to really care about the students and go out of their way to make them feel comfortable. Tuition is less than half of what we were paying in LA.

Our granddaughter attended this preschool for two years. She was excited every day to go and loved…read moreher teachers and fellow students. The staff consisted of two of the most loving and professional women we could have asked for. Laurie and Sharon are energetic and attentive to every child they care for. The education our granddaughter received has prepared her for elementary school with social confidence and advanced school readiness.

Teachers Laurie and Sharon are great. Our daughter got enrolled much to our delight and has looked…read moreforward to going to school even after rough days. The routine of dropping her off and picking her up and hearing about her fellow students is great. Participating in field trips with the teachers, class, and fellow parents has been great even though my daughter had a meltdown on our first one. Great people all around and such a blessing to have them in our community. It's been a lot of fun to watch her grow after her first year and now be one of the older kids in class. It is still great to come in and see Teachers Laurie and Sharon and help out with field trips and contribute when we can.

Atascadero Cooperative Preschool is an absolutely amazing place. This school not only welcomes…read moreparent participation, but actively encourages and requires it. Kids are allowed to be kids here, and learn through play. One of the most important things to take away from this is that this is a school, and not a day care. Your child will be stimulated, and will have great stories to tell at the end of each school day, whether it's about one of the pets in the classroom, or one of the field trips they go on.

We love this preschool! We have had 3 children attend over the last 6 years. The two who've…read morefinished were very well prepared for kindergarten with the skills they developed at the Atascadero Co-Op. Preschool. The family involvement makes this school uniquely successful. With an education background, I have high standards. This is not daycare. The program is a healthy combination of academics, creativity, exploration, and social development. My daughter loves to go to school! I highly recommend the Atascadero Co-Op. Preschool.

Amazing! Mrs. Tracy is incredible! Best decision ever…read more Highly recommend. I love the low teacher student ratio. The field trips are awesome and stress free. My daughter has learned so much in her time there. She will definitely be ready for kinder.