Kids Kastle consistently gets flooded with inquiries, so let me first say you'd be better off with…read moredirect referral from a current or past family. That said, if you can get a spot at Michelle's, you have won the jackpot. Finding quality childcare was significantly more difficult than I could have imagined when we started searching for my eldest. We tried both a facility setting and another in-home setting in Pleasant Hill before finding Michelle through a trusted friend. We knew instantly that she actually cared about our son and she went out of her way to meet him where he was and help him feel confident and comfortable in her care. Fast forward to today, our family has been with Michelle for 4+ years and she is one of the few people I would have trusted with our second baby when he was an infant and I had to go back to work. I never worried a single day knowing my kids were in her care. Kids Kastle has been our village for many years, all of the teachers are sweet, truly enjoy children, and work hard to keep things FUN. They are very knowledgeable and stay current on licensing standards and go above and beyond the guidelines. As a busy mom, I have appreciated that they were consistently on-time and extremely reliable over the years. I didn't ever have to worry about good quality meals, diapers, or other supplies. The kids always came home covered in paint (meaning they had a blast and played outside a lot!), well fed, with handfuls of projects, and they were both well prepared academically and socially for TK and Kindergarten. Michelle leads with high emotional intelligence, decades of experience in early childhood and unwavering empathy and partnership for all of the ups and downs of raising little ones. She has maintained relationships with families that she cared for many moons ago and I've witnessed those same long-term, multi-sibling relationships blossom with other families we've known during our time there too. Michelle has become more like a bonus family member for our kids (and us) and my older son still RUNS to give her hugs at every chance he gets even though he is in elementary school now. Thank you Michelle for everything you and your entire team have given our family. Our experience at Kids Kastle was so far beyond anything we could have hoped for.

Both of my children attended Kids Kastle. They loved being there and thrived. My grandchildren now…read moreattend Michelle's program. Need I say more? I read a review where a parent was upset because her child couldn't acclimate into the program. She was upset because she felt like it was a waste of her time, helping her child adjust to the program. Michelle Service took the time to explain that the child needed more time to acclimate and needed the family to come in with the child as long as it takes. Putting a child needs above the parents expectations; shows me that Michelle truly cares for their child's well-being; giving me a greater respect for Michelle's Service and her program.

We love Ms Elena and Wonderland Daycare! As an older/working mom, having babies was nerve-wracking…read moreand Elena walked us through all the stages. Each of my babies started at 3 months old and we have loved the smaller, in-home environment. Ms Elena has truly been a second mom to both of my kiddos - my oldest still likes to go give her hugs (and recap his school day for her!) when we pick up his sister. They are always happy to go in the morning and happy when we pick them up! She also provides and makes wholesome, healthy food- usually the kids eat better at daycare than they do at home! My last child is moving on to school this fall and we will miss Ms Elena so much!

Elena is reliable, communicates effectively and has provided the best care for our daughter over…read morethe course of the last year. Our daughter is so excited to see her in the mornings; she lights up immediately. Elena is highly intuitive with children and always knows exactly what they need. We couldn't recommend her more!

Had both of my daughters go through this daycare. Have to say, always felt comfortable, and never…read moreworried that my children were being well taken care of. The staff is great. The curriculum is great, I feel like they left there with a huge advantage over other kindergartners as their program provides education and guidance and our kids knew how to behave in a classroom by the time they got to kindergarten. Can't recommend more highly.

Our 3rd kid is currently in the 3s class, having started as an infant and we still love the care we…read moreget at this place (since 2019). The teachers are great and the thought that is put into any teacher turnover (which is already pretty low!) and helping kids with transitions is great. So much more to say, but in sum, still a big fan.

We recently graduated from First Steps and are so thankful our son was able to attend since he was…read more5 months old. We had a really wonderful experience with all of the teachers and classrooms. They helped guide us through feeding and nap transitions and through all major milestones. Our son loved the experienced teachers and exposure to other children too. He also made so many friends that he continues to go to preschool with, which made the transition to preschool so much easier! Kelsey and all of the teachers are so caring and supportive, I can't recommend their program enough!

Finding a great day care for our little guy was top of mind when we moved to Lafayette from SF…read more Luckily, we landed a spot at First Steps and have nothing but great things to say. The staff is wonderful. Very caring people that are sweet, kind and thoughtful of the children they care for. Kelsey, Brenda, Arianna are awesome and our son still talks about them. Big open yard for play time and lots of great art projects the kids bring home! Highly recommend and will be taking our second child there as well!

My son has attended Learn and Play for the past two years. In that time, I have been very impressed…read morewith how much the staff (office and classroom) cares for the children. The teachers have a positive attitude and clearly love what they do! There is also a real community within the school. Teachers introduce parents whose children play together often, and the school offers a number of fun parent events throughout the year. It's so fun when my son comes home singing a new song, talking about letters, and even using positive self talk that he's learned in school. Unfortunately we moved and this location no longer works for our family. We will miss Learn and Play!

We have had a wonderful time at learn and play! Our son is thriving and learning something new…read moreevery day. I am so grateful to the teachers and staff for creating such a creative and fun environment for our kiddo.

My son has been attending New World for a little over a year and half and we're quite happy…read more 1. Great, caring teachers 2. They're always doing so many arts and crafts, and the yard is huge with lots of fun outdoor toys. 3. Mandarin immersion is awesome - we don't speak Mandarin but are happy our child is exposed to another language 4.. Hours are good (8-6) and the school is open year round. 5. The price can't be beat in the area. Really great value.

It's hard leaving a bad review on a place that took care of your child…read more This place has so much potential but it is run by a woman who leads by fear, to the teachers and students. Kids are sent to "the office" if they don't behave, they are yelled at constantly with no compassion. Kids as young as 2. When they cry many times they are left alone or being told "crying doesn't help", " stop it", "that is enough" etc. Many many teachers and students have left, it is a revolving door of people. Do yourself and your loved little ones a favor and don't come here.

My son has been going to Daycare of the Stars for almost a year now and we couldn't be happier!…read moreMoshi is so kind and really spends so much time teaching my son new things. She sends us pictures and videos throughout the day, which is also great! She cooks delicious food for the kids and her house is always spotlessly clean. When the weather permits, she takes the kids out to the backyard to play, and she keeps the yard very clean as well. Anyone looking for a daycare I would recommend you take them here. I have family that could watch our son for us, but seeing how happy my son is when he's here makes us so happy. Thank you, Moshi, we are so happy we found your daycare!

We absolutely LOVE Moshi and team. They are so attentive, detailed, caring and just an overall…read morepleasure to have care for our son while we work. We've never felt more comfortable with leaving our children with anyone as we do with Daycare or The Stars. Highly recommend!

Our son has been going to Lyubov's daycare since he was a few months old. We are impressed by the…read morelove and affection kids here are treated with. They genuinely care for the kids like their own and work in building good value systems from the start. Thank you Lyunov and Jelena for taking such good care of our son. We appreciate it!!

Our toddler has been going to Sunny Town daycare for about a year and we're getting ready to send…read moreour second child there as well. Our family feels that Lyuba and Yelena are stellar child care providers for five reasons. First is cleanliness. This daycare is always very clean, tidy, and hygienic. From the rugs in the playroom to the kitchen space I really value their attention to detail and keeping the space clean. This is a measure of the pride they take in their job. Second are the healthy and delicious home made meals put together for the kiddos. Third is the playground in the backyard. The playground is a tidy and safe place for the kids to spend time and is quite spacious. Fourth is the care they show for the kids- as parents we always have doubts if our kids are being cared for and loved, and on several occasions they've proven this to us through personal interactions that are genuine. Fifth and final, is their childcare experience and practices- I think their approach is traditional yet balances love, patience, protection, guidance and learning. I strongly recommend them for your childcare needs!!

This review is strictly about the inquiry process as I was unable to get straight answers to my…read morequestions without scheduling a virtual tour. As a full-time working mom of a toddler and pregnant with her second, I have to be very efficient with my time. Before answering basic questions regarding availability and cost, Elianna wanted to schedule a virtual tour. I had already done the vetting I was comfortable with to scheduling a tour, but was unable to find information regarding cost. So naturally, I first wanted to know if she was going to be the right fit both financially and with the timing of when we needed care to start. The message I received back was a big red flag and frankly, offensive. Here is our full conversation if anyone is interested in what you'll get when reaching out Elianna with questions. Elianna C. - "I need more info ? start date? Age ? How many days ? Pick Up dropping off" Me - "Hi there, I am currently pregnant (due in October). My husband and I are looking for child care starting in January 2025 when the baby is roughly 3 months old. I anticipate needing Full Time care, but could probably make do with Part Time care for a bit. What is your availability in January 2025 for a 3 month old? What is the cost for Part Time and Full Time care? Thank you! Best, Nadia" Elianna C. - "Hi there I would like to do a virtual tour this week if possible and talk about your questions. Please let me know what days work for you two . After 5pm" Me - "Hi there, Thank you for the invitation to do a virtual tour. We'd love to schedule something, however, first, we're really looking to see if you'll have availability in January and what the tuition will be. Is that something that you can share with me prior to a virtual tour? Best, Nadia" Elianna C. - "No I don't share a price unless we meet either virtual or in person because you want to see what a program has to offer and you want to compare quality for you child. If I am responding back it's because the availability is there . Or I would Of said there is a wait list but yes if price is your priority then this may not be the right progr for you . I would recommend looking at a place and see if it's a fit all the way around . The quality of care meet the person or staff that will be with your. Child that is very important. Thanks" Me - "Thank you for your time. I think you're right, Tender Loving Preschool Childcare does not sound like the right fit for our family. We value transparency and communication when considering childcare options for the most vulnerable member of our family and it sounds like that is something we would struggle with at your center. I wish you the best. - Nadia" Elianna C. - "Thank you"

I cannot say enough good things about Ms Ellie and her amazing preschool! My son has been in Ms…read moreEllie's care since he was 5 months old. Now, at 2.5 yrs he knows numbers, letters, shapes, and is talking non-stop! He LOVES going and waves goodbye to me happily every day at drop off. This is how I know that this is a warm and safe place for my son to learn and grow with people who care about him every day. What I love most about this school is that your child benefits from being with the other older children at a young age. Ms Ellie provides an amazing curriculum throughout the year focusing on academics as well as motor and social/emotional skills. The kids are learning so much every day. She is an excellent communicator and I always know how my son's day went, what he did, what he ate, and if there are any issues she is proactive in communicating them and we speak easily over text and the phone when needed. The food is amazing, and she makes it fresh every day. In addition to Ms Ellie she has amazing family and team members who provide consistent and loving care to the children. Ms Ellie's school is a true gem. Home based daycare can span a wide range of quality, but we are so grateful to have this school for our son where he is thriving. As much as it is hard to be a working parent who can't be with your child all day, having a partner like Ms Ellie and her whole team makes all the difference!

We're so grateful we found Tara and her amazing home daycare. Our son has been with her since he…read morewas just a few months old, and from the very beginning, we knew he was in the best hands. Tara has created such a safe and loving environment for the kids. I toured a lot of places before choosing a spot at Tara's, and it felt right from the first visit. Her home is thoughtfully set up with age-appropriate toys, activities, and plenty of space to play and explore. It was clear every day how much she genuinely cares for the children in her care. As first-time parents, it was a huge relief to have someone as warm, calm, and experienced as Tara. She was always incredibly responsive to our needs, and we felt like partners in our son's care. Whether it was feeding preferences, naps, or little updates throughout the day, we always felt listened to and supported. We're transitioning to a new setup with an au pair this year, but we will always be thankful for the wonderful foundation Tara gave our family. If you're lucky enough to get a spot with her--take it!

We feel so lucky to have found Tara's Daycare! My 2-year-old son absolutely loved going there -- he…read morewould get excited just pulling into the driveway. Tara is truly amazing with kids. She has such a natural warmth and calm presence, and my son instantly felt safe and comfortable with her. Every day he came home happy, well-fed, and singing new songs he had learned at daycare. It was clear he was engaged, cared for and kept busy with fun activities like dancing, crafts, story time, etc. that helped his development. Tara also kept us in the loop with regular updates and photos, which meant so much to us as first-time daycare parents. The space is clean, inviting, and full of toys and activities that really kept my son stimulated. Most importantly, Tara treated him and us like family. I can't recommend Tara's Daycare enough. She helped our son thrive, and we are so grateful for the love and care she gave him!