We toured many daycares in San Ramon before we arrived at DHCS! Of them all, DHCS stood out in many…read moreways... and our kids have been in attendance for almost two years now. Most importantly, the kids really look forward to going! Here are the things we love most about Diablo hills country school: - flexible hours and reasonable pricing - incredible outdoor play area for the kids - kind teachers and communicative administration - so many fun and enriching activities - we also really like that it's family owned with a long history in the area.. that's hard to find these days.

Our daughter started at DHCS when she was two and she's now almost five. When we were looking for a…read morepreschool, we wanted a safe place where she could flourish creatively while also building the academic foundation she would need for kindergarten. We visited many other schools, but none of them made us feel like our child's happiness and safety were truly the priority. Many were Montessori programs with rigid classroom settings and rules that we felt were unnecessary for kids at this age. The family-run team at DHCS has always made us feel like partners in raising our daughter. Communication has been great and it's clear they really know each child individually. They've been flexible with schedule changes and even welcomed us back without requiring re-enrollment when we briefly tried a school closer to home after our second child was born. We continue to do the 30-minute drive each way because of how much benefit we've seen this school provide to our daughter. Over the years we've seen our daughter become more confident, social, and excited about learning, which has been wonderful to watch. They teach the kids about different holidays and cultures and always find a reason to celebrate. We also really appreciate how diverse the student body and teachers are, which helps create a welcoming environment where kids are exposed to many different backgrounds. They're not the cheapest school and not the most expensive, but for us it has absolutely been worth it. Every concern or piece of feedback we've provided has always been taken with great care and met with a professional, non-defensive attitude. A huge added bonus is the location -- the police station is right next door, which gives us extra peace of mind as parents. They also have a giant playground with all kinds of outdoor activities for the kids, and they strongly encourage outside play. The only downside is that they don't have a third location in Castro Valley or Hayward. One can dream... hint hint, Miss Angie and Miss Coco :)

Our daughter has been in Building Kidz for couple of years from preschool to pre-k. Her infant to 3…read moreyear daycare had been so wonderful and as a Mom I was worried while switching to a new place when we moved. I need not have, because our experience with Building Kidz and all the staff/teachers here has been amazing. I highly recommend them, if you are looking for a place where your child will be nurtured in a safe and engaging environment. They make learning fun and creative. The weekly music and dance lessons are awesome and the 2 performances a year bring out the creative talents of kids as well as build their confidence (huge shout out to Ms. Hannah). The fire station visit, caring for a garden and planting seeds, fire safety training with Ms. Carla, science experiments with Ms. Dana were some of the highlights in the 4s class. The school's curriculum is fun and engaging and kids can learn and explore in a safe environment. As our kid will move to kindergarten this year they are also taking steps to prepare her for that next stage. A great big thank you to Ms. Jess, Ms. Surbhi, Ms. Carla, Ms. Dana, Ms. Wendy, Ms. Ritje, Ms. April, Ms. Avni, and Ms. Brijeeta.

Such caring staff! We've sent our kid here for 3 years and she loves the teachers. They do…read moreperformances too! So cute!!!

Our son started at Redwood International Montessori 2 years ago. He is 4 now and is flourishing at…read moreschool. He can write from 1-50, knows quite a bit of Spanish, "reads" to the other kids and has learned so much more than I could've anticipated. He's an outgoing child and likes to goof around. The teachers give him space to be silly and can also authoritatively but compassionately reign him in. I know he'll be more than prepared for Kindergarten. The teachers also plan family events throughout the year such as Mothers and Fathers Day celebrations, concerts, grandparents day, and student birthday celebrations. They incorporate many days where the kids can bring items from home to share (such as hike day at school, bring your favorite book, etc.). Our son is always excited for these days. The location of the school is very convenient for our family. It's near 680 but not so close that you hear it. It's across the street from an area with swim lessons, gymnastics lessons, and indoor soccer, so our son always says "hi" to his school when we're going to activities there. Tuition is very comparable to other preschools, but this school offers helpful drop-off and pick-up times for two working parents. Not many preschools in the area offer the same times.

Our daughter is 4.5 year old and started TRIMONT(The Redwood International Montessori) 4 months…read moreago. Long story short, after 4 months, more than 2/3 of her behavioral items, such as tantrum, difficulty in listening instructions, sharing with friends, etc, have been fixed and I can tell that even at our home. Our daughter loves her school, and is happy to go there everyday. The director Ms. Annagi has almost 40 years of experience in Montessori education. Other teachers (Ms. Yessania, Ms. Laxmi, Ms. Evelyn) are also very experienced. They know how to deal with problems of kids, and they guide kids to the right path without yelling or being frustrated. I saw that their tone of voice was calm but had discipline and charisma. Teachers are very communicative and always opened to discuss issues of children. If there's any issue, they give brief verbal report with advice when I pick her up. Also, the education of TRIMONT is well-balanced and well-organized. They give the monthly schedule filled with daily themes and focuses, and follow the schedule accordingly. Of course since it's Montessori school, each student learns by their own pace when it comes to phonics, math and other Montessori work, but they all learn various topics together which covers science, culture, art, geography, season, etc. Our 4.5 year old daughter already reads Kindergarten-level books, recognizes and writes numbers from 1-50, can even complete addition and subtraction. When we had a private conference before Thanksgiving holidays, they gave us a thorough assessment sheet about our daughter. We could easily understand her status and things she needs to learn more until Kindergarten. I'm very satisfied with TRIMONT, and would definitely recommend this school to others in area.

Young Learners Academy has literally become part of our family! I truly could not imagine having…read moredone this phase of parenthood without the love, support, guidance and support of YLA. This preschool feels like home as soon as you walk in the door with the friendly staff and a warm environment. My 2 year old actually begged me to put her in the full day program so she could hang out with her friends and teachers more! I TELL ALL MY FRIENDS TO JOIN YLA because it gave me my life back as a working Mom knowing my kids were in the perfect hands at YLA! We had my 5 year old daughter go through the program as soon as they opened and now my 3 year old has been there for two years and I will be SO sad the day she is too old to go!! Miss Amy, Miss Kayla and Miss Kelsey are 10/10!!

We absolutely love Young Learners Academy!…read more My 4-year-old son has been a student to all the teachers at YLA, starting from the 2's class with Ms. Camilla and now at the Preschool class with Ms. Nancy. I really cannot say enough about how kind and nurturing the teachers are here and how devoted they are to their craft. Trusting a place with the majority of your little one's day is definitely nerve wrecking as a first-time parent, especially with a "COVID baby," but I saw how much my son progressed in so many areas- emotionally**, academically, socially- as he attended YLA. (** super special thanks to the teachers for having to deal with my son's meltdowns and emotional wiles, even comforting me and coaching me through it!) My son has grown by leaps and bounds and they have been raised him through it! As I've been a child educator in various capacities, with my mom working as a preschool teacher and my aunt owning her own preschool, I have come to have pretty high standards for preschools and teachers. Yet, YLA is exceptional! Their crafts and activities are so fun and creative. They host the most epic events! They incorporate the Zoo-phonics and the Handwriting without Tears curriculum in engaging ways, and my son loves it! The facility is clean, spacious, and thoughtfully arranged. They communicate through the Brightwheels app so you can see pictures of what your little one is doing during the day; you can also use the app to check-in, message the staff, and pay tuition. Being a nurse, I'm also very pleased that they are committed to serving organic and healthier snacks throughout the day. I also chose this school's philosophy over a completely play-based model, because I thought my son would do best with some structure and consistency. That said, they do incorporate a lot of free time and free play and always tailor the activities to their age and level. What thrills me is how my son feels about school ("It's great!"), his excited attitude towards learning, but most of all that he gets to make wonderful memories in these formative years with all the wonderful, caring people at YLA.

My grandson has been attending Danville Montessori School for a little over 2 years…read more Before I had very little understanding of how a young child actually learns. I know I may have been somewhat of a pest continuing to ask detail questions of the patient staff. I want to thank all of the staff for being so patient with me. As I wanted to support my grandson's actual learning various activities he worked with at school. I am happy than not only did my grandson learn but I as well. I felt like I was again being a student. I want to commend the staff at Danville Montessori School for the care and support they gave to our family.

We are so grateful for the incredible experiences both of our kids had at DanMont, most recently…read moreour daughter. Over the course of her time there, she has grown tremendously--both academically and socially--and we couldn't be more pleased with how well-prepared she is as she moves on to kindergarten. Academically, the preschool provided a solid foundation in early literacy, math, and critical thinking skills. She learned not only her letters and numbers, but also how to ask questions, express her thoughts clearly, and approach new tasks with confidence and curiosity. The curriculum was thoughtfully designed to make learning fun, engaging, and age-appropriate. Just as important, the school created a nurturing environment that helped her blossom socially. She learned how to make friends, resolve conflicts, share, and work together with others--all key skills she continues to work on and will carry with her for years to come. Her confidence has grown, and she now communicates her feelings and ideas with ease. The teachers and staff are truly exceptional--patient, kind, and genuinely invested in each child's development. We always felt she was safe, supported, and encouraged to be herself. It's clear that a lot of love and care goes into everything they do. We feel incredibly lucky to have been part of the DanMont community and would wholeheartedly recommend it to any family looking for a warm, enriching, and academically strong start for their child.

We have been very happy with our child's first year at this Montessori school. She has learned so…read moremuch and has grown both academically and socially. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed and provides a strong foundation. One of our favorite things is seeing all of the beautiful artwork she brings home. The teachers are kind, attentive, and truly care about each child's development and well-being. We would recommend this Montessori school to any family looking for a nurturing environment with a strong educational program.

Our family has been part of this Montessori school for the past three years. Our son started here…read morethree years ago, and our daughter joined a year ago. From day one, we have felt welcomed and supported. The teachers create a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn, grow, and become confident and independent. We are incredibly grateful for the positive impact this school has had on our children and highly recommend it to other families.

Wonderful Child Care and Preschool!…read more Both of my children attend this center, and I couldn't be happier. The teachers are kind, caring, and truly dedicated to the kids' development. They focus on academics like math, science, and language, while also teaching good behavior, manners, and respect. Thanks to their support, my older child entered kindergarten well-prepared--and even ahead of the class. My younger one is starting kindergarten this year, and I'm confident he'll transition just as smoothly. Most importantly, my kids love going there every day. I highly recommend this center to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching environment.

I saw a lot of improvement in my kid after joining here. Anu madam is open about feedback and takes…read moreall effort to get the best of every student. All teachers are really good, facility is always clean and well maintained.

As a native Spanish-speaking family, finding this Spanish immersion program has been an incredible…read moreblessing. It provides the perfect environment for our child to develop strong academic Spanish while seamlessly building the English skills needed for TK/kindergarten. The communication with families is outstanding, creating a beautiful bridge between home and school. It is a nurturing, safe, high-quality program that values bilingualism as a superpower! Special thanks and recognition to Ms. Yesenia, Ms. Gelay, Ms. Alma, Ms. Rica, Ms. Maria & Ms. Stacy. They all do a wonderful work!!

Dayspring is truly a special place! The Director, Maria, has been a visionary leader, bringing…read moreSpanish Immersion to the program, along with an emphasis on development of a child's social-emotional skills. Students are ready for Tk/Kindergarten at the end of their time there. The facility and classrooms are beautiful as well, and the teachers are loving and caring.

Mr. Joey is one of those rare educators who just *gets* kids. He's calm, kind, and incredibly…read moreexperienced. He noticed our child's strengths right away and has been amazing at offering gentle, thoughtful support where needed. Highly recommend! Our son loves him, and we're thrilled he's the site coordinator at this YLA location!

Students fortunate enough to have Mr. Joey and Ms. Aileen as their teachers are truly lucky. Both…read moreof my children have greatly enjoyed their time with both of them. Mr. Joey and Ms. Aileen exemplify care and attentiveness in their teaching. My 5-year-old son frequently would share with us what he learned from Mr. Joey, such as the concepts of recycling and the workings of rockets. The staff at San Ramon YLA excel in effective communication with parents while ensuring that every student feels valued and heard.

As our son nears the end of his first year at Blackhawk Montessori, we couldn't be happier with our…read moreexperience. We have watched him grow tremendously not just in his speech and confidence, but in how gentle and empathetic he has become with his peers. Ms. Pari and Ms. Anusha are incredibly nurturing educators, and the administrative team, Ms. Naveeda and Ms. Naureen, is consistently responsible, organized, and communicative. We deeply value the school's commitment to core Montessori principles, the intimate class sizes, and their dedication to a holistic, screen-free, and no-sugar environment. Beyond the daily classroom experience, the thoughtful family events they organize have created a great sense of community. We are so grateful for the genuine care, love, and support our son receives here.

Blackhawk Montessori has been a fantastic choice for our family. Even though my son started less…read morethan a month ago, we are already seeing noticeable improvements in his progress. In just a short time, his color recognition and drawing and coloring skills have noticeably developed just to name one. The directors are remarkably personable, approachable, and deeply committed to the well-being and growth of the children. It is clear how much care and dedication they put into creating a nurturing educational environment, and we are excited to watch our son continue to thrive here.