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    I am so thankful for the staff at The Learning Experience, they are absolutely amazing with my daughter and they have taught her so much. My little one does not like to be away from mom, but she LOVES being there and she loves the staff even more! I could not have picked a better place to care for my little angel.

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    Vineyard Montessori

    Vineyard Montessori

    4.2
    (31 reviews)

    I write this from my perspective and also recognize every family and child has unique needs and no…read moredaycare is one size fits all. Our family has had an incredible experience at Vineyard Montessori and I will forever be grateful for all the AMAZING teachers who have worked with our children! We honestly couldn't have asked for a more nurturing and stimulating environment for our children. From day one, the staff has gone above and beyond to ensure our children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. We have a child who started in the toddler program and just transitioned out to start Kindergarten and is incredibly prepared for the transition. We have another child who started in the infant program and will be starting the toddler transition program soon. Two very different children with different needs who are THRIVING and LEARNING so much! Both of our kids are excited to go to school and look forward to seeing their friends and teachers! Some Notable Highlights: * Play-Based Learning: The daily schedule balances structured learning with imaginative play, helping children build early math, literacy, and social skills naturally. * Developmental Milestones: Teachers tailor activities to each child's age group, introducing science experiments, art, and music. * Kindergarten Readiness: The older classrooms focus on foundational skills like following multi-step directions, sharing, and early writing without losing the joy of childhood. Care * Warm & Compassionate Staff: The teachers and caregivers treat every child like family, offering gentle guidance and plenty of affection during drop-offs and throughout the day. * Daily Updates: We receive regular photo updates, notes about meals, nap times, and bathroom habits through their parent communication app for the younger child. The pre-k program does provide daily updates and this has also helped prep us as parents for when elementary schools starts and we don't get those daily updates. * Individualized Attention: Staff members know our child's unique personality, preferences, and soothing techniques, making us feel completely supported as parents. Including teachers that are not particularly assigned to their classroom know them and care for them! Safety * Secure Facility: The center uses a secure key code check-in system, and requires emergency contacts to show ID at pick up. * Cleanliness: Classrooms, toys, and common areas are clean, with strict sanitation protocols enforced throughout the day. And involve the children in this routine which translates at home as well! My 5 year old is excited to help with her "jobs" at home like she does at school. * Health Policies: Clear guidelines on illness keep everyone protected, and staff are proactive about handwashing. Engagement * Interactive Activities: Days are packed with structured activities, outdoor playground time, music circles, and group storytelling that keep children actively participating. Diversity in topics taught, clear calendar of topics discussed during the month and learning activities. * Special Events: The daycare hosts family-inclusive events like seasonal celebrations and art shows, building a strong sense of community. My child has made butter, jam, bread, and ice cream at the daycare with her teacher and friends! Which is so cool and highlight for both of my kids! They have water day Friday's in July which the kids love and look forward to! We highly recommend Vineyard Montessori to any family looking for a high-quality, loving, and secure environment for their child(ren).

    My son attended Vineyard Montessori from 9/3/2024 to 8/29/2025 between the ages of 2.5-3.5. I've…read moretaken several months to process what our family experienced there, and I'm now ready to share our story. Like many families, we waited months just to tour this school. It came highly recommended within the Sacramento/Elk Grove parent community, and we were initially very impressed. Our son has a slight speech delay, which I disclosed from the beginning. The staff assured us it would not be an issue and that they would nurture and support him. We believed he would thrive here. After a couple of months, the school moved him into the transition classroom where they begin potty training and encourage more independence. My husband and I expressed multiple concerns that he was not ready. He had just gotten comfortable with the toddler classroom routine and was happy there. The staff insisted he had to move because he had "aged out" and was "too big" to stay. (He is in the 99th percentile for height and weight.) They said it was unsafe for him to remain with smaller toddlers--even though there had never been a single incident involving our child. He played well with others and was loved by his teachers. We trusted the school's recommendation and agreed to the move. Looking back, this was our first red flag. From April through August, the transition class attempted to potty train him--unsuccessfully. As we had explained several times, he simply was not developmentally ready. He could not yet communicate when he needed to go, which is one of the most basic signs of readiness. At the end of August, we were called in for a parent-teacher conference. This is where everything changed. We were told that because of his size, he needed to move into the Pre-K classroom. However, they also admitted they did not believe he was ready for that environment because the teacher-to-child ratio is larger and he requires more redirection and attention throughout the day--something that is completely normal for toddlers. When I asked if he could remain in the transition class, even if it meant repeating the year, I was told no. Again, the reason given was that he was "too big" for the classroom. Instead, we were given 30 days to find a new childcare provider because our son did not meet their expectations. Anyone who has searched for childcare knows how unrealistic this is. Most centers have long waitlists just to tour and even longer waitlists to enroll. During the meeting, Ms. Julie casually said it should be easy for us to find another provider because there were "plenty of options." That statement alone showed how disconnected the leadership is from the reality parents face. My child was essentially judged for his size and his speech delay. Ms. Julie and Ms. Jenny made us feel like there was something seriously wrong with our son and even suggested he might need one-on-one care or homeschooling. What made this even more shocking is that none of these behavioral concerns had ever been brought to our attention before this meeting. Suddenly we were told he wasn't listening, was aggressive, and had trouble paying attention. Fast forward to today: our son is thriving at another daycare. Within the first month, he began speaking more words than he did during his entire year at Vineyard Montessori. This experience was incredibly disappointing and emotionally draining for our family. We felt judged, dismissed, and pushed out rather than supported. For a school that markets itself as nurturing and child-centered, our experience told a very different story. After speaking with other families, we learned that this situation is not unique to us. When several families share the same experience, it stops being an isolated incident and starts looking like a pattern. To be fair, I do want to acknowledge that the teachers themselves were kind and caring. Ms. Casey even cried during the meeting because she genuinely cared about my son and was sad to see him leave. I don't blame the teachers--it seemed clear they were simply following the decisions of the directors. I'm sharing our experience so other parents can make an informed decision before enrolling their children here.

    Bradshaw Christian School

    Bradshaw Christian School

    3.2
    (37 reviews)

    My daughter has been at BCS Preschool for 2 years and we have been so thankful for our time here…read more The administration is responsive and welcoming. The fact that my kids regularly walk into the director's office to play with her toys and books while I visit with her says something: this is a place that welcomes parents and their feedback. I saw this firsthand lately as my 4 year old daughter struggled to fall asleep during nap time. While some of her classmates were transitioning to the non-nap room and I was worried this might be the only option left for our daughter, our family just wasn't ready to do it. I reached out to the staff, and the administration met with me and even took the time to bring in the classroom teacher to brainstorm what would work best for my DAUGHTER. They listened to my needs and helped come up with an incentive system that worked wonders (we are now SUCCESSFULLY sleeping at nap time!). I appreciated their willingness to see our needs and meet them in ways that I know took time and work for them. My daughter LOVES going to school. From the summer water days to the Jog a Thon to the 4th of July Bike Parade...there is always something fun happening and a bunch of parents on the sidelines to cheer and take pictures. I always feel welcomed in the classroom and I like the care the teachers put into the environment. It feels clean and safe, the teachers PLAY with the kids and teach them how to interact with each other, and it just looks like a lot of FUN. The staff cares about knowing my daughter and they appreciate what makes her unique. For a working mom like myself, I'm so thankful I get to leave my daughter in the hands of a staff who will LOVE her and help her grow.

    Our family's experience at Bradshaw Christian School Elementary was incredibly disappointing and…read moreultimately led us to withdraw our children. One of our biggest concerns was the school's approach to child behavior and emotional development. In our experience, staff were quick to view behavior as a discipline issue rather than asking what might be driving it. Instead of teaching emotional regulation and coping skills, our son was frequently sent to the office to "reflect," which felt more punitive than supportive. We often felt that shame and compliance were prioritized over helping children develop the skills they were still learning. The school's mission states that it is committed to nurturing students' spiritual, academic, physical, emotional, and social development. Unfortunately, that was not our experience. When our child struggled with managing big emotions, we felt there was little curiosity about what he might have been experiencing or what support he needed. Instead, conversations quickly centered around behavior plans and recommendations for evaluation for ADHD. From our perspective, the behavior plans emphasized earning approval through compliance rather than building emotional regulation, resilience, and connection. We were also concerned that, unlike public schools, private schools are not required to provide many support services. Families whose children need additional help--whether speech therapy, emotional support, or other learning accommodations--may find themselves responsible for arranging and paying for those services. In our case, we were told that if our child remained at the school, we would need to provide and pay for a full-time aide in addition to tuition, uniforms, school supplies, and required volunteer hours. To be fair, we did encounter a few teachers who genuinely cared about children and wanted to help them succeed. However, those experiences were overshadowed by what we perceived to be a larger school culture that lacked understanding of child development and trauma-informed approaches. We also noticed significant teacher turnover during our time there, which made consistency difficult. After transferring our son to public school, the difference was remarkable. He was met with compassion, appropriate supports, and educators who focused on understanding his needs while teaching him the skills he was missing rather than punishing him for not already having them. He has flourished academically, socially, and emotionally. Every family has different priorities, but if your child has big feelings, emotional regulation challenges, speech or learning needs, or simply benefits from a more supportive and individualized approach, I would encourage you to carefully explore all of your options before choosing Bradshaw Christian. Our family wishes we had.

    Genius Kids - Elk Grove

    Genius Kids - Elk Grove

    4.9
    (10 reviews)

    We just moved to Sacramento for a year. I was getting back into the work force and needed care for…read moremy two littles. We went to one daycare and it was horrible! I couldn't believe my eyes and ears each time I walked into there. I have an infant so he couldn't speak for himself and that was the hardest part -- leaving him in someone's else's care. I decided to move my kids right away. We went with Genius Kids and I am so glad we did! The workers are so caring. My daughter, who is 4 speaks highly of every single person. She learned so much from being there! Skills in her daily life to her alphabets and public speaking! She has became much more confident! They keep me updated with pictures constantly through the day so it puts my heart at ease while I'm working. Ms Shana is very responsive! We have a family at Genius Kids and I am grateful every single day for them!

    We enrolled my daughter when she was 4 months old and I was heading back to work. It's always a…read morenerve wrecking time leaving your baby all day at such a young age. She was Full time in the infants classroom. Genius kids exceeded any expectations I had! I am a mom of 3 and have been through many daycares and preschool facilities and there is no match to the love and kindness ms. Heather and the infant classroom teachers: Ms Lisa, Ms Rikia, Ms, Koko, and Ms Sharifa and every other teacher I encountered there. I didn't cry when I dropped her off but I did on her last day. These teachers took exceptional care and really helped my daughter grow so much in 6 months. The app they use lets you see pics and videos and all feedings/naps and keeps you updated throughout the day which was always nice when my mom guilt kicked in and I'd check and she was having the time of her life with her teachers and friends. The only reason we left was because my mom is no longer working and now able to watch her. We would choose Genius Kids again in a heartbeat. Thank you staff for all your kindness and love you gave to my daughter

    Vintage KinderCare

    Vintage KinderCare

    3.9
    (20 reviews)

    My daughter started going here part-time a year ago when she was 3 years old. I've been very happy…read morewith our experience at KinderCare! I was nervous at first because my daughter got sick often when she first started going here; however, she started in January so it could have been the season. From April to now (December), she hasn't gotten any serious illnesses. Either her body adjusted or it was just the winter season that was difficult. The staff here are amazing which is a huge reason I like KinderCare. Tia, Bounma, Ms. Nancy, Ms. Zee, and Ms. Choua are all so friendly and I enjoy seeing them. They are so great with my daughter too who is usually on the reserved side. My daughter's language, reading, and social skills have increased since coming here. She happily talks to me about her teachers and friends at school and what she did that day. She looks forward to coming here. I love that KinderCare provides breakfast, snacks, and lunch for the kids too. The tuition is a little higher than other preschools nearby, but given that KinderCare provides meals and snacks, I think it's worth the convenience.

    So Many GREAT things to say about this place! The quality of staff is AMAZING! I have two children…read morein this school and they have grown so much! The teachers are all AMAZING! They work as a team and that's what makes this daycare so valuable to me . My children enjoy,respect, and love their teachers. Thank you for giving me a sense of comfort knowing my children are being cared for with love.

    California Montessori Project

    California Montessori Project

    3.2
    (9 reviews)

    We have attended CMP Capitol for 3 years and have been so impressed with the school. The teachers…read moreare smart and friendly. The staff is helpful and professional. If I have a concern it is addressed and handled well. We love how emotionally informed everyone is. I highly recommend this school!

    An administrator at the Capitol Campus forced my daughter to sit on a stool in her office for…read morehours. Ms. O said she forgot my daughter was in there. Forgot. My child. She left her and went outside. She left one voicemail message for me stating that my daughter was in trouble and I needed to call the office. No other attempts to reach me were made, even though I have 5 different emergency contacts available and the school readily called them all if one of my children was ill. I showed up to the school for an event and saw my daughter sitting, on display, in the administrator's office. She was alone and I had no idea she was in there and almost walked past. She immediately burst into tears BECAUSE SHE NEEDED TO GO TO THE BATHROOM BUT WAS TOLD NOT TO MOVE. Ms. O was told to apologize the next day but "forgot". I'm not even kidding. She finally did apologize (guess what- my daughter hadn't even done what they accused her off, which really doesn't matter because even if she did this was child abuse). CMP's response was to promote Ms. O to Principal of her own campus. I would never trust this administration. They can keep deleting my reviews all they want but I will keep returning. Parents deserve to know.

    Building Blocks Daycare

    Building Blocks Daycare

    5.0
    (2 reviews)

    My wife and I are thrilled with the care and overall development our two children received during…read moretheir three years at Building Blocks. We were especially impressed with our son's readiness for pre-kindergarten as he entered this next level of education. He is currently in the top 3% of his class, which we strongly believe is a result of the strong educational foundation and overall development he gained at Building Blocks. After being tested to assess his academic levels, he showed a high level of acumen in vocabulary, spelling, and reading comprehension. In addition to his academic growth, we have also noticed significant development in his social and emotional skills, particularly in how he interacts with other students in his class. We are extremely grateful to have had Building Blocks play such an important role in our children's early years, and we feel very fortunate to have been part of such a supportive and nurturing environment. Sincerely, Kenny & Rea McDaniel

    Building Blocks Daycare has been incredible! As a nervous first time mom, it can be scary trusting…read moreanother individual with your baby. But Sandra and her staff have been so caring, helpful and communicative in my daughter's care. At the end of the day when I pick her up she is always happy! I love seeing her report card for the day detailing her eating and sleeping habits (it's such a bonus that she sleeps so well there!). Her prices for care are very reasonable and I also just prefer supporting a small business over those huge daycare centers. Although it's a daycare, Sandra operates just like a preschool with great crafts, lessons and social emotional learning that makes all the kids so engaged. Simply said, we're big fans!

    The Learning Experience - Elk Grove - childcare - Updated August 2026

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