I was searching for a co-op for my 4 year old son after some Covid limitations had lifted. My…read moredaughter was in a different co-op but it closed down at the beginning of the pandemic and unfortunately never opened back up. I wanted to find a co-op because I love the fact that I can ease my child into learning. You get to be a part of the class and get to know the kids, families and the fabulous teacher Amy! There was actual information about how they are CONTINUING to keep our kids safe and masking. It's so helpful for keeping those little fingers out of noses and mouths I love that the school is so inclusive and has so much information available on their site. Teacher Amy is so kind and gentle with the kids, you can tell it's her passion to teach kids! She rotates the activities for the kids to do so that there little minds are constantly inspired. I am so so thankful to have found the school. My son can't WAIT to go to school and see his friends, it brings such a beautiful sense of normalcy that I cannot express enough how big of a difference it makes for our family! If you're looking for a school for a few days a week to help prepare your little one and socialize them and for countless other reasons too I highly HIGHLY recommend Mt tabor preschool!!

It is with bittersweet joy that we are soon to be graduates of Mt Tabor Preschool! My daughter is a…read morestage 5 clinger and had a very difficult transition to preschool after being at home with me full-time. While other schools treated this as a problem to be quickly solved with many tears and quick drop offs, Teacher Amy had a different approach - work with the child on their time table, meet them where they are at. I spent months sitting and staying in the classroom until my kiddo was comfortable and now she has absolutely no issues and adores school! The space is lovely and bright, the other parents are kind and supportive and form a loving community, and my daughter is more than prepared for kindergarten, already reading and writing! The play-based philosophy and emphasis on building personal and interpersonal skills was just perfect for us and I wish I had more kids to sent to MTP!

Our son has been with the Fremont Center since it opened. Our older son also went through…read moreChildroots from daycare through preschool at other locations, so we have extensive experience with the school. I am so deeply grateful for this program, it's hard to express fully. It has been incredibly positive for my children in so many ways - social/emotional skills, creativity, independence, learning, joy, bonding with teachers. Too many to name! My kids have loved it here and thrived. For our kids, this has been the best child care in the city. Yes, it is pricey, but it is on par with other high quality child care programs. I love that they provide healthy food, including lunch, so I don't have to pack it every day. No doubt, the first 6 months at the Fremont Center were a rough go (as stated in the disgruntled review posted here). There were some highly unusual circumstances that came up with a couple of the teachers and they had some difficulty finding replacements. This is partly due to the very high standards they have. We have NEVER had a bad teacher at CR. If someone doesn't meet their standards, they do not hesitate to let them go. I appreciate that. My older son still has relationships with some of his previous teachers. High turnover is pretty normal in the industry. CR's turnover rate has reduced dramatically since they instituted higher wages and better benefits for teachers. All of the staff at the Fremont Center are stellar. My son has personal relationships with the administrators (director and preschool specialist) there, in addition to his teachers. I can't imagine him anywhere else and I tell everyone I know what a great place it is. When my older son got to kindergarten he was far ahead of most of his peers in terms of social/emotional skills. All of the CR parents I have talked to say the same thing. When we have playdates at our house, the behavior of non-CR kids is noticeably different (more behavior issues). The thing the sold me the most on CR when I first walked in was the WAY they talk to the kids. It is so respectful, and this in turn teaches the kids so much - to have self worth, to feel respected and respect others, to navigate conflict successfully, etc. That is the thing I still value the most about CR. It has actually taught me how to talk to my kids. I am grateful for this program in so many ways.

I wouldn't say we are picky parents, but the saying "third time's a charm" fits for us. After…read moretrying two other childcare options, we found Childroots and we couldn't be happier. Their philosophy of child led learning and socializing is a perfect fit for our child. The director and teachers are always available and are in regular communications with us about how we can best help our kid overcome problems, enhance his learning, and work through some of this big childhood emotions. We know our kid is growing fast, and when we can't be there, we are so glad that Childroots can be. They are not only helping our now 5 year old build skills for life, they are helping us be better parents.

A wonderful, small, play-based preschool. Our four-year-old son has attended for over a year, and…read morethis was his first experience of childcare after two years of at-home pandemic life. Nadine was very understanding and communicative during the first weeks as our kiddo adjusted to being away from home for the first time, and now he loves going and playing with his friends. I love that the philosophy is play-based rather than overly structured at this young age, and yet our kid still comes home with lots to share about what he learned from songs and activities, including surprising us with counting in French. So many fun craft projects come home with him, and the teachers add new toys based on the kids' interests. They encourage kindness and cooperation in play, which is evident when my kid has a playdate and I hardly have to intervene, because he and his friends already know how to get along beautifully. All good things to say!

We are so grateful to have found Nadine, and Green Tulip Preschool. Her philosophy is in line with…read moreour family's, which was extremely important for me when looking for a school. I have my MEd and have taught preschool, so I am really picky! I also love that she uses all organic food. She is so knowledgeable, kind, and so energetic with the kids. My daughter loves her, and the space!

What a magical place! Our 4 year old has been attending this year and absolutely loves his time…read morethere. The teachers and staff are amazing people who are very caring, thoughtful people. We get extensive weekly recaps and photos sent, so we can see and hear about the experiences our child has had and what they've been learning about. The level of care and attention given to the development, safety, and health of our child has given us an extreme sense of comfort. I would highly recommend this preschool to any parent looking to have their child attend!

Both of our children have attended this wonderful little preschool under the leadership of Director…read moreand now owner Katie. Our children both came (our son, now in 1st grade) and currently our daughter, come home happy, excited to share what they have done that day and what they have learned. This is the type of preschool I would open myself as a former educator. They kids get to participate in structured and unstructured play, indoor & outdoor play and drive thier own independence and relationships. Highly recommend this wonderful neighborhood preschool!

Madeline runs such an amazing program and we are so blessed to have her teaching our son. We…read morestarted at Wildflower in April after having a truly awful experience at another preschool where I felt like my kid was not loved or treated with respect and compassion. Madeline is such an amazing teacher and I can't imagine anyone better suited to teaching this age group than her. She's the epitome of a fun, calm, silly, and compassionate teacher who loves the kids in her care fiercely and helps them explore and blossom in her care. My son has his confidence back and actually wants to go to school every day. At our prior school he complained about going every day and came home so defeated. He is truly thriving with Madeline and her program and we feel so lucky to be here. Aside from how amazing Madeline is as a teacher, the outdoor area is amazing, the inside is cozy, and the program is a perfect balance of structure and individual play. My son comes home singing new songs and talking about fun games they played every day. And the sense of community is so amazing and something I didn't know I was missing. I can't recommend Madeline enough!

Our son has been attending Wildflower Outdoor Learning Center for the past 7 months, and the…read moretransformation we've seen in him has been wonderful. His social and physical skills have really blossomed. This school is truly a hidden gem--a nurturing, inspiring environment where children are encouraged to grow, explore, and to be themselves. From day one, we were welcomed into the Wildflower community with warmth and open arms. The entire philosophy of the school, rooted in nature-based learning aligned with what we were looking for. It's been amazing to watch our son thrive in an environment where curiosity is celebrated, and the outdoors is the main classroom. We cannot say enough wonderful things about Teacher Madeline, Teacher Meg and Teacher Raina. Madeline is a remarkable educator--kind, patient, and deeply passionate about what she does. Her ability to connect with each child and support them on their individual journey is a gift. Our son absolutely adores all the teachers, and we can see the confidence, independence, and joy in learning that they have helped foster in him. We feel so grateful to have found this incredible space for our son to learn and grow!

I was a teacher at Montessori of Alameda I started there early September I'm glad that I was able…read moreto meet amazing coworkers that I got to work with that helped me when I first started also being with the kids... But late January I got let go I was upset I was angry cuz . They didn't give me a written warning and I just think it's unfair that they let me go and I have ever right to feel this way. But I know I'm a strong woman

Beware of this Montessori! They will take your hard-earned money! Their no refund policies for…read morewaitlisting your child is downright robbery, in my opinion. I put my daughter down for the waitlist and have waited almost a year now and still have not heard from them. And now that we decided to move to Alaska instead, they refuse to give my $100 back. If you put your child on their waitlist, be prepared to wait for a VERY long time or not even get in and lose your $$. Such a very unpleasant experience.

We've had two children attend Sweet Day in the last 4 years at their NE Broadway location. The…read moreexperience has been excellent. The leadership team is what makes this school so great - they hire well and cultivate a positive work culture among care providers that leads to a pleasant and caring mood within the classrooms each day. Leaders Kayla and Rita especially managed the COVID-19 epidemic phases with clear and open communication, making some tough calls through the various government rule changes, but always ensuring the decisions balanced safety and a high level of service to parents and children. The school is an even balance of enriching activities for some elements of a curriculum, but a lot if free play time too - we preferred this approach for our kids and they loved their time at the school.

My daughter has been attending Sweet Day since it opened almost three weeks ago. We love it. She…read moreloves it. The teachers and directors are welcoming and warm, the rooms have been set up in the most adorable way, with lots of light and wood furniture, and there are always fun little projects for the little ones to do. They have a fun outdoor play space and, somewhat surprisingly for the area, it is always easy to find close parking to drop her off. So far so good and we highly recommend.

I've sent both my kids here and had a great experience! Miss Jenny is a wonderful nurturing teacher…read moreand creates a very fun environment for kids to explore. Loved having the parent/teacher conferences with her and talking about how each kid was doing and what we could work on. Great community of involved parents, too, some of whom have become friends.

Both daughters went to HPP for two years each and loved it!! They are both having so much success…read morein elementary school. It was a wonderful experience for our family.