We are so grateful to have found Orange Tree Christian Preschool. It's a total gem in the area with…read moresome of the most loving and talented joyful teachers that provide one on one love and care for our little one. The classes are small they know every child in the school by name, and character, and you can truly feel the love of God, academics, and individual personalities in their approach. The directors are kind and approachable, very solution focused. The community of parents has been a sweet blessing as we're all figuring out how to be parents of toddlers. I had a huge spreadsheet of all the schools that we looked at, and I am so grateful to have Orange tree partner with us in raising our little one and providing so many academic, phonics, dance and art opportunities and social and emotional development for our little one. Thank you for all you do! I would highly recommend it if you're looking for a great teacher ratio, passionate teachers, and safe kind community of faith-Orange tree Christian Preschool is the best!

This hidden gem of a preschool is by far one the best programs I have seen in Orange County. Down…read moreto the high quality staff, facilities, and aesthetic! I highly recommend this school for parents wanting a strong Christian foundation, highly educated teachers, and a family feel culture!

We did a free trial for a pre-preschool class and liked the way Mrs. Brittany taught and organized…read morethe lesson. She is a great teacher. We are now taking my son once a week before he starts preschool to transition him to a more formal learning environment. The class is on the second floor of the complex and there are elevators for the parents with strollers!

My daughter loves coming to see Miss Brittany. Brittany helped my daughter get ready for…read morekindergarten and supported her through the year as well.

We truly love our school, the teachers, and the entire community. One of the things we value most…read moreis that it's a preschool through high school campus, which creates such a special, close-knit environment. My student is genuinely known by all of her teachers--not just as a name on a roll sheet, but as a whole person, and that means so much to our family. I'm especially grateful that we are part of a Christian school where worship is part of the culture and students can speak freely about God and grow in their faith. That foundation is everything. The programs and experiences offered are incredible, especially for a school of this size. It truly is a "small but mighty" community. Even through seasons of change, it remains an amazing place filled with dedicated staff who care deeply about students and families. We feel so blessed that our student has grown here academically, emotionally, and socially. Thank you, CCS staff, for all you do each and every day!

I truly cannot say enough good things about this school. As a proud Calvary alum myself, it is…read moreincredibly meaningful to now watch my two young sons grow and thrive here as well. They are being nurtured not only academically, but also spiritually, socially, and emotionally. The friends my kids have made over the years will be lifetime friendships. When they struggle with a concept, their teachers step in right away with patience, care, and genuine dedication to help them. They also do an amazing job keeping me fully informed on everything going on in the classroom and on the playground and even offering guidance on how I can best support my children at home, which is much appreciated in this day and age. This school truly feels like a family, and I am deeply grateful to be a part of it.

Class is interactive and fun! It includes singing, playing instruments, and moving to music! Keeps…read moremy child actively involved through songs and games. Also this program allows parents to participate in class, providing a shared experience and supporting the child's learning.

Heritage Montessori in Costa Mesa has been an amazing experience for our family. Our son has been…read moreattending the school for over a year and loves it. The team of teachers are all caring and supportive and my child grew so much both socially and academically during their time here. The school is very clean, inviting and there are always fun activities going on for the children. We highly recommend!!

Called multiple times to enroll my daughter and they never followed up with me even though they…read moretold me they'd have someone call me back

My family has been very happy with Monarch. We've had two different children attend over the past…read morethree years, and we'll be keeping our youngest enrolled as well. The staff does a wonderful job meeting each child's individual needs while creating a nurturing environment where kids can grow, build friendships, express their creativity, and simply enjoy being kids. I know there are some older negative reviews, and yes, there was some drama during a year when we weren't enrolled. We ultimately chose to come back, and things have never been better. Those reviews reflect the past, not the Monarch we know today. They're also developing a great supplemental program for charter school students, which I think is a fantastic way to serve more families. It's obvious the educators genuinely care about children and the community they've built. What really makes Monarch special, though, is the current community of families. The parents who have chosen to stay have helped create an incredibly positive, supportive environment where the focus is on the children's well-being, encouraging one another, and strengthening the school. That kind of community is rare, and it has made Monarch an even more special place. It's refreshing to be surrounded by families who choose positivity and invest their energy in helping children thrive. I highly recommend checking it out.

I'm writing this as a balanced review because our experience here truly had both positives and…read morechallenges. First, I want to say how much I love the concept of this preschool. The play-based, outdoor, nature-focused learning environment is really special, and I was genuinely excited when my daughter started in August 2025 in the Caterpillar class. In the beginning, things were great. Communication was strong, and I appreciated the regular updates and posts that helped me feel connected to her day. However, after Mrs. Sarah left, there was a noticeable shift. Communication became less consistent, and some concerns started to come up. There were a few instances where my daughter figured out how to get out of the play area, which was understandably concerning. I also occasionally picked her up with a very full diaper that hadn't been changed, which added to my discomfort. Over time, I began receiving more frequent calls or texts asking me to pick her up early. Mrs. Karen shared concerns about my daughter's behavior and recommended that we pursue an evaluation and consider one-on-one support. While that was difficult to hear, I truly can't fault them for it, if it weren't for this recommendation, I may not have gotten my daughter evaluated as early as I did. Because of that, she is now in a preschool where she is thriving and getting the support she needs. This program is very free-flowing, which can be wonderful for many children. However, if your child needs more structure, routine, or individualized attention, it may not be the best fit. My daughter, who is mildly autistic, found the environment overwhelming at times without that added support. Overall, I think this preschool can be an amazing place for children who are able to communicate clearly, are potty trained (even though its not required), and can follow basic group instructions. But based on our experience, it may not be the right environment for every child. I'm grateful for the role this school played in helping us better understand our daughter's needs, even though our journey here ultimately led us in a different direction.

We loved this place. Ezequiel was incredibly helpful and made our experience even better. Thank…read moreyou, Ezequiel!

There aren't enough words to express the incredible childcare we have received at Kiddie Academy…read moreunder the leadership of Ms Patty. We are so incredibly grateful for their kindness, compassion and patience. To Ms Patty, Ms Natalie, Ms Destiny, Ms Luisa, Ms Alexa, Ms Jadalyn, Ms Paola, Ms Kelsey, and Ms Jaime - thank you for all that you do. I don't know what we'd do without you.

I love all the teachers here, they are very hands on with the kids! To be able to watch my kids…read morethrough the app daily is also great. Ms. Raffy has been amazing and always updates me with how my son's day been. All the teachers are great and I appreciate them!

We toured this daycare recently and left honestly shocked at the condition of the facility. One…read morearea had a filthy old couch and chair with literal patches sewn onto them that looked like they belonged in a dumpster, not around children. The entire place felt very run down compared to other daycare centers in the area. Beyond the appearance, the atmosphere was pure chaos. Kids were running everywhere, noise levels were overwhelming, and there didn't seem to be much structure or organization. We understand daycares can be busy, but this felt completely uncontrolled. Parents should expect a clean, safe, well-maintained environment, especially for the price they charge. Unfortunately, this place felt neglected, dingy, and extremely disappointing.