Great Pre-school with great staff and educational methods and solid values to educate the next…read moregeneration.

I can't imagine a more nurturing, loving, and caring environment for mothers and young children. It…read moreis a special place for children as well as for parents and I can't recommend it highly enough.

Although my son has transferred to another school, but I know I still owe them a good review. My…read moreson is a very special child, and we tried many so-called "popular schools" in the area before, but I later discovered that this school was the best. Irvine Montessori is his first school, because of our good experience, we transferred to Newport Montessori after we went to lots of other schools. If you want your child to grow up in a safe, kind, and loving environment, this is the best choice. My son used to have problems at other schools. He didn't want to go to school in the morning, and he had trouble getting along with his friends. He even liked to push other children. But for some reason, after coming to this school, all his bad behavior disappeared. He was happy to go to school every day. He made many friends at school. Every day when he went to school, many classmates would come and hug him. This was completely the opposite of how he had been described as a monster at other schools. Later I realized that it all depended on the kind teachers in this school. Because of their kindness, every child was taught to treat everyone with kindness. Ms Angela, Ms Emily even his previous teacher Ms Everly. They all so kind. Of course, there are many other kind teachers as well. I would even say that the school owner is really good at hiring; everyone here is kind. Because of my previous experience, you can't imagine how grateful I am to this school. My son has had a truly enjoyable time here. I feel so relaxed. All the anxiety I used to have is gone. Don't assume that just because they aren't as famous as other schools, their academics are inferior. I personally witnessed their professors providing one-on-one academic instruction, something that other schools don't seem to offer. I'm not good at leaving positive reviews. But I feel I have to give them a good review, just to put my mind at ease. Thank you Newport Montessori! If they have an elementary program , we would definitely stay here !

I want to acknowledge that the teachers at this school were exceptional, and even some of the…read moredirectors stood out for their dedication and care. Unfortunately, I can only give this school one star because, over the four years my children were here, I witnessed multiple disturbing incidents where the owner and directors engaged in heated verbal arguments on campus--resulting in at least two directors quitting. The hostile work environment fostered by the owner seems to have caused significant anxiety among the staff, leading to a high turnover rate that ultimately harms the children who form strong attachments to their teachers. As a parent, stability is my top priority when choosing a preschool, which is why I made the difficult decision to pull my children out. If you're looking for a school that operates like a family--a place where employees are valued and the well-being of the staff and students is prioritized--this is not that place. It's deeply concerning that, even after speaking with parents who had children here nearly a decade ago, it seems the same issues persist. In a time when we have the power to choose where to spend our money, I cannot in good conscience support a business that treats its employees so poorly. I sincerely hope the school ownership changes.

I don't know where to start, our experience at Gordon Preschool has been beyond phenomenal!…read more Jacqueline and the whole team are so wonderful. Always greeting children with a smile on their faces and making sure our little ones have the best experience in social, emotional and educational development. They are focused on playology, and Jacqueline has mastered play-based learning. On top of that she is so smart, kind and sincerely loves her students and teaching them. The activities are so fun, like smashing hallow eggs with letter to learn the alphabet or matching rocks to outlined shapes. She goes all out on occasions, once she even brought in snow for the kids! Seriously, snow! And they had a blast. Really, she should be teaching others how to teach in the play based way. The kids love her program and her, and benefit greatly from it. My children don't want to leave and have developed so much during their time at the Gordon Preschool. We are so blessed to have met Jacqueline and attended the Gordon Preschool!!!!

Jacqui and Suzann are incredible! My daughter started when she was almost three and had never been…read moreto any kind of daycare or pre-school before. I was apprehensive about how it would go. They took to the time to do a meet and greet and made her feel right at home. We started the next week! She has learned so much, talks about the friends she has at school and requests that we drive by Ms. Jacqui's house whenever we get in the car so she can see pre-school. The creative learning/play schedule that she comes up is really unique. They even brought in real snow for a day! The toddler years are full of so many emotions, so much brain development and honestly every day can be a different challenge. I love that they recognize that and know exactly what they need to do to make the day go smooth for each child. We love Gordon Preschool!

Ms.Marie is an amazing director she does an amazing job with keeping the school safe & teachers…read morehappy

What a beautiful school, very excited to start my son after the holidays. The Director was so…read morewarm, welcoming and very knowledgeable and educated. The facility is nicely spaced out and was very welcoming. They had a cute little garden, and everything looked clean, organized and very well ran. I highly recommend a tour.

So after a great cup of coffee and a pleasant hike along the back bay of Newport we found this…read morelittle gem with the cutest trails and nature center with waterfalls, native plants for sale and a total escape from the city. If your looking for a tranquil spot to refresh or just a quiet place to walk or maybe a place to bring younger ones to experience what orange county was like...then make this your next adventure.

Took my son for a homeschool field trip and he loved it. Love how they let us touch the animals &…read morewas so sweet about it

Carden Hall has been such a gift to our family. Our oldest daughter started there in 2016 and…read moregraduated in 2025 and we currently have both a daughter and a son enrolled. We couldn't be more thankful for the role this school has played in their lives. Carden Hall lives up to being an island of good. The focus isn't just on academics but on shaping the whole child... strong character and confidence, That kind of environment is rare and it shows in the students. When our daughter moved on to high school it was clear how well prepared she was. She had a solid academic foundation strong study habits and the confidence to handle new situations. That preparation was from the care and consistency of her teachers at Carden Hall. They know these kids so well, support them, and want them to succeed both in and out of the classroom. As parents that kind of genuine investment means everything. We feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the Carden Hall community

Carden Hall is truly a remarkable school--one that not only educates children, but genuinely shapes…read morechildren into confident, compassionate, and capable young people. It has been the perfect fit for my two daughters and I have witnessed this in the 10 years our family has been there. From the moment you step onto campus, you feel a sense of warmth, structure, and tradition that is increasingly rare in today's world. The teachers at Carden Hall are exceptional. They know each child as an individual, and you can feel their dedication in everything they do--from the thoughtful way they teach core subjects to the gentle but firm guidance they give in character and manners. The academics are rigorous without being overwhelming, and the curriculum builds such a strong foundation in writing, reading, and critical thinking that you can see the growth in your child almost immediately, not to forget the incredible time management and organizational skills that are instilled. What I believe truly sets Carden Hall apart is the environment. The school intentionally cultivates kindness, respect, empathy, patriotism and personal responsibility. I see it in my daughters --how they greet adults confidently, how they treat each other with courtesy, and how they carry themselves. It feels like a partnership between school and home, both working toward the same goal: raising well-rounded children who excel academically and personally. In every way--academics, character development, community, and overall child enrichment--Carden Hall has exceeded our expectations. I have seen this first hand as my older daughter has transitioned into high school, well prepared and confident. Choosing Carden Hall is one of the best decisions our family ever made.

I (we) think that Coastal is simply a fantastic pre-school run by equally fantastic teachers and a…read moregreat director. We dug deep prior to enrolling our little at Coastal and found it to be the most well-balanced pre-school that allows kids to both learn as well as engage in outdoor play. While we loved ENC, for example, and even got a place to enroll, I can't have our kid looking at leaves all day long without any formal learning or curriculum. Coastal delivers both education (we want to educate our kids right?) as well as the essential outdoor play, interactive, creative and group play. The kids are great. The campus is fantastic. It's a well run machine and there's plenty of value. Love this place and we highly recommend it.

Love Coastal! One joined at 18 months all the way to when she went to TK. The younger also joined…read moreat 18 months and has 1 more year left. The teachers are amazing and the kids always come home happy and cheerful telling us about what they did that day. Such a great place for kids to make friends and play every day!

I want to be very clear: The teachers and on-site staff at Bright Horizons Newport Beach are…read morephenomenal. They are dedicated, professional educators who have been instrumental in my son's development since 2022. My 1-star review is a direct reflection of the Regional and Corporate Leadership, who have proven to be out of touch, rigid, and entirely dismissive of the families they serve. After four years of loyalty and nearly $97,000 in tuition, we were notified on April 3rd that the center is closing permanently on June 26th. Bright Horizons gave families less than 90 days' notice. In the Newport Beach/Costa Mesa area, registration for reputable TK and summer programs closes in February. By the time they told us, we were already locked out of the market. When I reached out to leadership to collaboratively propose a 34-business-day extension to mid-August--to prevent my child from having to endure three different care transitions in six weeks--I was met with canned, corporate jargon. They refused a 7-week "bridge" extension, citing "staffing stability." They essentially admitted that their own HR logistics are more important than the developmental stability of the children. They are willing to leave families stranded in a childcare desert rather than find a creative solution for 34 days of operations. It is heartbreaking to see such wonderful teachers and students treated like line items on a spreadsheet. Bright Horizons markets itself as a "partner" to working parents, but their actions prove otherwise. They are a massive corporation that will pull the rug out from under your family's life with zero regard for local reality. If you are looking for a childcare provider that values long-term partnership and human stability, look elsewhere. The teachers here deserve better, and the families certainly do too. If your company offers this as a "benefit," be careful. Your child's stability is only guaranteed as long as it fits their "business needs."

I'm a first time mom and was FREAKED about leaving my baby with strangers. I'm sure you parents out…read morethere can relate. I toured 6 or 7 care facilities before I found Bright Horizons. It was the first place that felt like home! I needed care for an infant and they had a large open space that was clean and engaging. What really sold me was the tour given by Miss Ally. She listened to my concerns and ensured me that my child's needs would be met. They didn't require drop off at a certain time. Other centers did. They welcomed updates about sleep, temperament, and would adjust their care accordingly. Awesome. We started when my little one was 10 months old. He is now 15 months and loves daycare! They dance, they play, they learn, they do art. All the caregivers are wonderful. The staff answers questions and will even give advice. They have become trusted partners in raising my child. AND they allow me to switch care days if they have availability. This is something other centers don't offer. I am so lucky to have found Bright Horizons. I wanted the best for my little one. And I found it. :)

We toured quite a few preschools in the area, and this one stood out as the most child-focused. We…read moreenrolled our kids in their preschool childcare services and have used the program for about six months. We also paid for a few months of the Mommy & Me class. My kids love playing on their playground. They have real objects like walkie talkies, a phone-booth setup which serve as reference points to give a better grasp of history when they get to school. Ms. Megumi does a great job of maintaining the garden. There are bugs, butterflies, seeds, and plants the kids interact with, and the kids even get to eat vegetables from the garden. The school community puts real effort into family events. The Halloween Trunk-or-Treat and the Christmas Fair are fun for both kids and parents. While the cost reflects local market rates, this program is supplemental.

I'm delighted to write this detailed review of my family's time at Child's World Preschool…read more Our oldest son started at CWPS in the Summer of 2021 during the summer program and we only dipped our toes in, doing just 2 days a week on the T/TH schedule. We enrolled that fall in the 3 day a week program M,W, F. He loved the school, and loved his teachers Miss Miki and Miss Marisela. It felt very magical from the beginning, from the fantastic play yard to all the smiling faces and happy kids. We knew early on how much we enjoyed the school so we enrolled our youngest daughter into the Parent/Toddler program as soon as she was eligible at 18 months. Miss Colleen was wonderful and we faithfully did every session until our daughter was 3 and old enough for the main pre-school program. And she started her pre-school at 5 days a week right away because she was so prepared and ready for it thanks to all of her time with Miss Colleen. Our son went up to 5 days a week for his pre-kindergarten year. He had Miss Tami and Miss Miranda and our whole family loved Miss Tami so much. We started feeling that sense of teacher loyalty. So we admit we were secretly hoping Miss Miki would be our daughter's pre-school teacher too because we were so happy with her, only to find out that Miss Jaime was the perfect match! Our little one blossomed so much during her year with Miss Jaime and Miss Cherie. We finally realized ALL of the teachers are fantastic. So as she was cruising through her pre-kindergarten year last Fall with Miss Betty and Miss Lisset, our family was beginning to feel nostalgic and the distant sting of not having Child's World in our life anymore after 4 wonderful years. It has been a pleasure dealing with everyone at the school from Miss Cindy to now Miss Mai as well as Miss Kelly and Miss Donna, the administration team has been steady, professional and helpful. We also want to give a special thanks and mention to the wonderful other teachers on campus like Miss Cece, Miss Carolina, Miss Amber and Miss Megumi who also made a personal stamp on the hearts of our kids. We loved all the events for the whole family especially Family Fun Day in the Spring and the Christmas Fair and Pancake Breakfast. Both of our kids always took part in the chapel days as well and they loved it, but we never felt any pressure to participate in church events. We can truly say that our experience with Child's World has been one of the best things about our life as parents in Orange County after moving here about 6 years ago. We took so much joy knowing what a wonderful head start they were getting on school, socialization and life outside the house in general. And we are so grateful. Thank you Child's World!

Newport Heights CDC provides an excellent and high quality after schools program year round. The…read moreSummer Camp is so much fun and the kids who I tutor love it. They go on many fun field trips and adventures that the kids adore. The teachers are all awesome especially Miss Valerie and Miss Marsha. I think they are enrolling right now for summer too. It really is so much fun and I cannot recommend it highly enough. I cannot wait to go back and join them this summer to help out on some camp days and trips.

Best place ever! My girls love it!! Miss Marsha and Miss…read moreValerie are so warm and caring. My two girls have been going there for years and its like a home away from home. They help them with homework and always come up with cool clubs and activities. Most importantly, they listen to the kids and give them a vote to include them and make them feel important. Would highly recommend this place. As a mother, its reassuring to know that my girls are in safe hands! My girls give them 2 thumbs up.