Hearst was a good school 5 years ago. Now it's the bottom elementary in Pleasanton. If you can, try…read moreto relocate and go to another elementary school. Your kid will not grow from the teachers they have now. Multiple good teachers have left the school. Research it yourself. I don't lie. My 2 kids gone to the school. But the last 5 years. The school steadily reduce in teaching valuable academics to just baby sit your kids with YouTube videos and hand outs. No standards books. If they do issue. The teacher will not completely teach the book. Lots on Chromebook homework and no actual teaching. Don't put your kids in this school. If you do, reply back to me that I am wrong. And we can speak facts of the school.

Ms. Walter, the best kindergarten teacher my son could ask for. Spirited and fun and she truly…read moreseems to love her job. She is always smiling, laughing & most importantly, singing to her students! No joke, Ms. Walters, sings to them to; line up, clean up, straighten up, quiet down etc.... the kids respond quickly & as if they were all under hypnosis. She is a fantastic teacher and we really appreciate her.

We have had a wonderful experience with all the teachers at Quarry Lane (Ms. Swathi, Ms. Bindu, Ms…read moreAarti, Ms Michelle). Ms. Swathi has done a wonderful job with our child in writing, listening and vocabulary skills. The structure and individual attention Ms Swathi & Ms. Bindu provides has benefited him. My child made tremendous progress in vocabulary, reading, and writing skills under Ms. Swathi's guidance. Ms. Swathi goes above and beyond to adapts her teaching to individual child's needs. Ms. Swathi empowers kids to explore their learning capabilities, so they can be independent.

This is my second review on Quarry Lane after four years. My younger one has flourished in the past…read moretwo years here and we are incredible grateful for the nurturing environment, especially thankful to his current pre-k teachers Ms. Swati. She has helped my son mastered alphabets, phonics and foundational math skills. Beyond academics, she has also been doing a great job developing his social emotional skills. My son used to be very shy and now with her patience and understanding, he has built strong confidence when interacting with others. In addition, she is also top notch in communicating with us about the development of our son so that we know how to collaborate better with her at home and at school. We feel very fortunate to have Ms Swati as our son's teacher. Highly recommend for anyone who is looking to prepare their kids well for stepping into K. The rest of the school staffs are also wonderful. Ms. Liz, the school Director warmly greets the kids and parents every morning. She is always willing to listen and truly understands the students need. We are very grateful of her and all the school staffs to make QL a wonderful place for our kids to grow and learn.

My kids attended Alisal 1 year in 3rd an 5 grade. We moved…read morefrom Spain to CA and I was worried cause they couldnt speak English at that time. The school helped them soooo much! They both had great Teachers there, Mr. ONDI and Mrs. FERNANDES. Both helped them to succeed , I am so grateful. Also at this school they have a welcome comité that helps new families to know how school works and make things really easy when you are not used to the District.

I made a good decision putting my kid in this school. The teachers will really work closely with…read moreyou on your childs development. Mrs Firpo, one of the kindergarten teacher is doing a great job with my son! AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME!!!

To say Montessori School of Pleasanton changed our life is an understatement!…read more My kids both started at MSP starting age 2.5 in primary classrooms (2019-2025). Lucie was in Cedar and Rafa was with Ms Molly at Maple. Both kids had the absolute best foundational learning possible. They had a fantastic well rounded curriculum - everything from sewing work, writing in cursive, reading, math and lots of art and learning about the world. My kids were well prepared for elementary school (& ahead of the curve esp with kinder learning from MSP). Also, I loved having my 2.5 year olds with 5-6 years olds then becoming the older kids!! The kids learn so much from each other in this excellent model. I want to especially acknowledge and thank Ms. Molly. She is simply a gift to the universe with her demeanor. She is kind, caring, loving and has the right set of expectations for our children. I kept Rafael in Kinder year with her and it was one of the best years of our family life. He grew as a leader and took accountability for his work. He thrived under Ms. Molly's teaching. We are extremely grateful for MSP and all the staff for giving my children the best launch pad. We miss our MSP family and are grateful to everyone who taught and cared for my kids, especially Ms. Molly.

Amazing experience with the Primary classroom! Ms.Molly is one the best teachers , I'm so grateful…read morefor kid's for stive years to be spent at this school, and specially with Ms.Molly!

We are very grateful for the warm, supportive experience our 5 and half year old had transitioning…read morefrom Kindergarten to 1st grade. Ms. Srikanth and Ms. Sheth went above and beyond to ensure she was academically and emotionally prepared for this important milestone. Their patience, encouragement, and individualized attention helped build our daughter's confidence and readiness for first grade. We truly appreciated their dedication, clear communication, and genuine care for her growth and success. Thank you, Ms. Srikanth and Ms. Sheth, for making this transition such a positive experience for our family. We highly recommend them to any parents looking for caring and committed educators.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Ms. Srividya Srikanth and Ms. Aditi Sheth as teachers…read more Their dedication, warmth, and genuine care for their students have made a lasting impact on our child and our family. Ms. Srividya creates a nurturing and encouraging classroom environment where children feel safe, confident, and excited to learn. Her patience, kindness, and ability to connect with each child are truly remarkable. We have seen tremendous growth in our child's academic skills, confidence, and love for learning throughout the year. Ms. Aditi has also been an amazing influence, bringing positivity, creativity, and enthusiasm into the classroom every day. She is always supportive, approachable, and attentive to the individual needs of her students. Her encouragement has helped our child develop both socially and emotionally. What stands out most is the genuine love and dedication both teachers have for their students. They go above and beyond to make learning meaningful and enjoyable while keeping parents informed and involved. We are deeply grateful for their hard work, patience, and commitment. Thank you, Ms. Srividya and Ms. Aditi, for making this such a memorable and successful year. Your positive impact will stay with our child for years to come.

I'm so happy my youngest children attended Steam. The teachers were wonderful and I love the layout…read moreof the school. Their schedule is accommodating to parents. And they plan a lot of fun/special days for the students. Today is their last day, and they will surely be missed.

STEAM just opened in January 2016. It's AMAZING! The toys and furniture are all new, clean, and…read moreengaging. The teachers are all enthusiastic and caring. The curriculum is student driven and the kids love it. We've tried a few different preschools in Pleasanton between our 2 kids and if you need full day care this is the place to go. It's at the site of the old Kidango and another preschool before that, but they've made some improvements. The price is competitive with other private preschools but you get so much more -- more attention, more science based toys, more teachers, more fun. They do not make lunch for the kids but that may be in the plans for later. They do have great interactive lessons for the kids: making cornbread, learning about birds and nests with real nests, having a table filled with dirt and digging in it, jars of caterpillars and buckets of worms, building gigantic magnatile buildings, etc. Great preschool. Wish they were around for our older child. The best thing is that the school is a part of the Pleasanton Unified School District so you know that all the teachers are screened and are up to the standards of the PUSD.

Lydiksen Elementary School Home of the Lancers…read more The location is nestled in a beautiful neighborhood with towering trees that make you feel like you're on an adventure. The school's front lawn, planters and school garden are nicely manicured. It's a good inviting place for students and their family. My daughter was in TK (transitional kindergarten) with Mrs. Foley and TA Mrs. Kaelin. These wonderful women have gotten my daughter off to the right start. The TK class is gated off since it's the first building closest to the office and is split with a kinder class. It's near the school garden and front entrance and it's really convenient, trust me. The curriculum is awesome too! They learn lots with choice time, fundamentals, numbers/letters and cooking Friday just to name a few. The school community is inviting and welcoming. What better thing to have than moms and dads working together for their family's education. My daughter will be starting kindergarten soon and I'm confident and secure that Lydiksen Elementary has prepared her and will continue to help her grow as a student and person. Mr. Berg is the principal and good with the kids. There isn't a day my daughter doesn't say hi to him and he always returns the hello with a smile! It literally makes my daughter's day and makes her feel important and like she matters, thank you Mr. Berg! Thanks for reading!!

Love this school... My son has gone from K-5 here and it's been really amazing! The front office…read morestaff is superb! Every teacher my son and daughter have had here genuinely cared about them individually and academically! I love the morning music and announcement! It's truly something out of a movie!

Great education! Best student/ teacher ration in the valley. Lowest cost... BY FAR! Highest test…read morescores. Beautiful brand new facility. Wonderfully behaved students. Tailored to your child's educational needs. Great materials. Teachers who graduated from this very school. Beautiful new gym.

The school has now moved to a new facility. They have a new gym and nice size classrooms. They are…read morelocated right off hopyard which gives easy access. The kids love the new facility and the teachers are serving each individual need because of the small class size, they are taught respect and the love of Jesus, something that is missing in our schools today.

Our son has been at The Child Day Schools for over a year, and we couldn't be happier! He truly…read moreloves going to school, and it's been wonderful to see how much he's grown and thrived. The teachers are genuinely caring and attentive, and we love hearing him talk about his teachers (shoutout to Ms. Mia, Ms. Trista, and Ms. Lyss!), friends, and all the fun activities he does each day. Check out their Instagram page - my family is obsessed. Knowing he's spending his days somewhere he feels happy, safe, and loved means the world to us. We're so grateful to have found such a lovely school and can't wait for when our youngest can attend!

I can't say enough about my experience with TCDS. We have had an amazing experience with this…read moredaycare! We have been with them for over 10 years, both of our daughters joined this pre-school since they were two years old. They have taken such good care of our two daughters, and the peace of mind they have given us as parents is priceless. The curriculum is exceptional. They focus on letting children learn through real hands-on experiences rather than just sitting at a desk. Kids come home excited every day to share what they explored and discovered. Their after school program is also great providing support on homework. The teachers are warm, caring, and truly dedicated, I could name each of them and only express my gratitude for all the love they have given to our daughters. One of the best parts is the very low staff turnover. Seeing the same familiar faces every day creates a stable, loving environment where kids feel safe and happy.We are so grateful for this wonderful school. We recommend it to any family looking for high-quality care and early education.