I wish I could give this school 6 stars! From the very beginning my kids and family felt welcome…read more Even with COVID I always felt like we were included in school activities. The teachers and director were always available to answer questions and provided my children with quality education. I felt like my son and daughter gained a 360 knowledge of each subject. They knew states and countries relationally, reading skyrocketed, and understanding of critical thinking was very clear. The teachers always greeted us with a smile and a fully detailed report of the day! I highly recommend this school!

Outstanding "guides"/teachers, excellently run by the Director (Jill), and a wonderful set of…read moreclassrooms filled with great prompts & lessons - oh and they have frogs, salamanders, a guinea pig, and more: Last month they had a large netted-display set up in the classroom with caterpillars who turned into cocoons and then became painted lady butterflies - the kids got to release them into their lovely yard to fly away. It was so cool and my daughter was enthralled! She talked about the progress of the butterflies every day. Lovely shaded yard with loads of imaginative play structures. Check out this school and be ready to put your name on the waiting list!

We absolutely loved Montessori Schoolhouse and were so sad when they left our neighborhood. Sarah…read morewas a joy to work with and fostered a loving, nurturing, and a rewarding learning environment for the kiddos. I especially loved Sarah's communication style with both the parents and kids. She was always quick to answer my questions and provide feedback about our daughter. It was very clear how much the kids loved each other and the teachers, everyone was always saying "I love you". Wishing Sarah and MSH the best of luck with the new location!

We feel incredibly lucky to have found Montessori Schoolhouse when our daughter was just two years…read moreold. From the very beginning, she absolutely loved being there -- and as parents, we felt the same. The warmth, structure, and intentionality of the program helped our daughter thrive. She learned to read by age three, developed strong social and emotional skills, and grew deeply curious about the world around her. Miss Sarah has created something truly special. Her curriculum fosters independence, empathy, and a real love for learning. She was always available -- whether by message or phone call -- and her communication gave us so much peace of mind. Though we were sad when the school moved to its new location in Poway, we are so happy for Miss Sarah and her new chapter. Montessori Schoolhouse is one of a kind, and we're forever grateful to have been part of the school community. Gloria

The safe and welcoming environment Ms. Sam and her team of Montessori trained teachers provides…read morereally helped my naturally introverted daughter to quickly adjust to the Nest. In the short few months she has attended, I noticed a complete change in her confidence level and attitude in what she can do and what she is willing to try. They have done such a great job coaxing a bolder side of her to come out of her shell, ask more questions and advocate for herself. She even looks forward to attending school! With a balanced home cooked meal made fresh, on site for every lunch, I couldn't ask for a better school.

The Nest Montessori School has been a true gift for our family. My daughter has been attending…read moresince she was 2, and it's incredible how much she's learned and how happy she is to go every day. The environment is calm and nurturing. The way the teachers care for them truly shows. It's not just a school; it feels like a second home.

At first, I was so excited to find Montessori Achievement Centre, I was looking for a traditional…read moreMontessori preschool for my daughter. During the tour, I asked a few questions to confirm what they advertised on their website -- that they were a traditional Montessori school. I asked Patricia, the founder and director, if there were any ways in which they deviated from traditional Montessori practices and principles and she said, "no, we don't deviate at all from traditional Montessori practices." So, I was shocked when picking up my 2 year old a little early from "Montessori time" (830am-130pm) to find the entire school huddled around a TV watching Troll cartoons. This is a double whammy of violating the Montessori principles of not using technology/screen time and avoiding fantasy. After asking Patricia about it, she confirmed that they put the kids in front of the television when it was hot outside. (With the location in East County, it is hot a lot in the afternoons.) Given that they lied about staying true to traditional Montessori practices and principles, I didn't feel safe continuing to leave my toddler in their care, because I don't trust that they aren't misleading about other areas of their care. I understand if a preschool decides to use TV sometimes, but I don't feel that it's okay to mislead parents about it. Their communication has been terrible from day one, from not telling me everything I needed to bring with her on the first day of school even when I specifically asked, to not informing me of major milestones like the first time she went on the potty. Since I've pulled my daughter out, I have not been able to get a response from the school about getting my full refund (they only sent a check with a portion of the security deposit and no explanation on why they are not refunding me for the entire security deposit plus the days she will not be attending in July) nor a reply to any of my emails.

My daughter loves going to school. She is developing a lot…read more All the staff is very nice and caring.

They've been great! My kids have had a great experience here. The teachers and the office manager…read morehave all been wonderful. No complaints!

I'm extremely disappointed with this preschool. On one of the instances, my daughter was punched in…read morethe nose by another child, and most recently, she has broken capillaries and a fingerprint bruise on her face. I took her to the pediatrician to have her face looked at, in hopes that she would open up and tell the doctor who really did this to her and to get advice on how to heal broken blood vessels. Unfortunately, based on the size and force of the mark, it may not have been a child. The director said that the child that my daughter named is too sickly to have done this. When I tried to get answers, I was repeatedly dismissed with, "What do you want me to do?" Their solution to bullying is simply moving the child, not addressing the issue or teaching the kids proper behavior. The cameras don't store footage for more than 72 hours, so it's impossible to get answers about what's really going on. The director's response when I expressed concerns about my child being hurt again was chilling: "I can't guarantee she won't get hit again. If you're not okay with that, this isn't the environment for her." I removed my daughter from this preschool and do not recommend it to anyone looking for a supportive environment for their child. It's like the McDonald's of Montessori--cheap and pretending to offer a quality Montessori.

There are few teachers more loving, dedicated, and competent than Alexis. She genuinely loves what…read moreshe does, and the love she has for her little kids is obvious--and this is extended to her team. My eldest still talks about her, and now my two youngest attend and love it. Excellent covid protocols in place too.

Oh Alexis, Dulce, and Jennifer, I don't know where we'd be without you! This is the most loving…read moredaycare I could wish for. I found The Bilingual Montessori here on Yelp and now I consider it an extension of my home. Alexis is an amazing caretaker of all the children -- it is clear they adore her -- and she and her team instill fun and learning in every day. Dulce, Alexis' mom, is now an abuela to our little girl, who is talking up a storm thanks to all the stimulation she gets at school. Even better, the other families who send their kids to the school are just lovely - my child has so many favorite friends. One perk is that you can follow along on your child's day on Instagram, which is such a comfort when you are at work, missing your baby. Alexis is always quick to notify you if your child gets a boo-boo, isn't feeling well, or has some issue going on. I cannot say enough about this wonderful place. Look no further for a wonderful home away from home for your child!

Our son has spent nearly three wonderful years at KV Montessori Academy, and finding this school…read morewas a turning point for our family. The transformation in him was remarkable: he went from resisting drop-off on day one to insisting on going every day. In fact, he loved the environment so much that when it was time for TK, he refused to go to another school. We decided to have him spend another year of preschool here instead because he was thriving so much. Ms. Norma, the teachers, and the administrative staff created such a caring, patient, and supportive environment. They partnered closely with our family to ensure he had the individualized support he needed, making a meaningful difference in his early years. We are sincerely thankful for everything they have done and highly recommend KV Montessori Academy to any family seeking a nurturing place for their child.

If your child isn't "perfect" or has any kind of need don't waste your time here! Staff doesn't…read morehave the patience for kids. Wouldn't recommend this place

WE LOVED THE LITTLE SCHOOL!!!!…read more If you're looking for a behavior-based pre-school that will help your kids grow into well-balanced, respectful and self-aware little children, then this is without-a-doubt the school for your family! Both of my kids attended The Little School (TLS) from 2011-2016, and I can honestly say (with absolute gratitude and humility) that they are typically the most well-behaved and well-spoken kids in most social settings. During the last five years, our family of four learned a great deal about how to use positive reinforcement and respect when dealing with parent/child intercommunications. The children learned how to communicate using their words (use your words, please), problem solve with their little peers (ask Megan about the buddy-bench), and accept their own responsibilities (who's responsibility is it?). From the start, TLS helped me personally be a better parent. For example, when my first child started to walk and learned how to climb up onto a chair my first reaction was to say, "No standing!". Yet, what I learned was, the best way to handle that situation is to say, "Sit down, please." As parents, my wife and I also learned how to provide better direction to our children; without them losing a sense of control. For example: "Kids, it's shower time. Do you want to walk, or do you want me to carry you?" Either way they're taking a shower. The same option was also used when we started to put them to bed on their own. Brilliant! There are way too many scenarios to list here so I won't even try. Megan and her staff are extremely loving and supportive, and if there's anything you need help with as a parent she can help you with some great suggestions and ideas to help you manage through it. We really consider Megan and her family, and some of the other families we met there, an extension of our own family. In short, for us, The Little School experience was the social foundation and fabric from which our kids' lives are formed from - and for that we will eternally be grateful. HUGE HUGS AND SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE LITTLE SCHOOL TEACHERS!!!! YOU ROCK!!!!

First, I'll say my daughter loves the Little School for all the amazing fun stuff she gets to do…read morethere that we don't always do at home - painting, songs, dancing. We moved last summer and she still remembers the songs and reminds me that she painted her very first painting that I framed.( She's NOW 2) I loved the little school for the perfect care and love we both received. As an "older" mom, I never thought I'd need to know about kid's nutrition or potty training! But I learned SO MUCH about parenting from the teachers and staff. With the Positive Discipline approach the terrible twos have not been terrible at all....I'm actually surviving them (only 2-months in). But most importantly, the genuine regard for all the children's unique personalities, talents and quirks really set the Little School apart from others that I entertained. There is a peace about the environment there that I've not found eleswhere. Each child is appreciated. Each child is respected. You can't ask for more than that! (Even though you do get more.....much more)