Our son has attended Little Genius Academy for over a year and will be graduating to TK this fall…read more Before we leave, I wanted to take a moment to leave a glowing review for this incredible daycare. We are so grateful to the teachers and staff, who are genuinely dedicated and truly care about the children. From the very beginning, we felt that our son was in a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment. Some of the things we especially appreciated were the convenient hours (7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.), three meals provided each day, washing of sleeping bags and water bottles, and the wonderful variety of daily activities, including sports and music. We were especially fortunate to have Ms. Celi as our son's teacher. She updated the parent app every day with incredible detail about the children's activities, curriculum, and plenty of photos. It gave us so much peace of mind to know what he was learning and experiencing each day. Communication with both the teachers and staff was always easy, and responses were consistently prompt and helpful. We'd also like to recognize Ms. Delen, our son's fellow dinosaur-loving teacher, who made learning so much fun, and Ms. Tina, who greeted us every morning with a warm smile that always brightened our day. Finally, we want to give a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff who showed our family so much understanding, compassion, and grace during a very difficult season in our lives. Your kindness and support meant more than you know, and we truly couldn't have made it through without you. We are incredibly thankful to have been part of the Little Genius Academy family. Thank you for loving and investing in our son. We will always look back on our time here with gratitude.

My son is at LGA for over a year now and I love this school. I love the app updates showing his…read morepotty times, nap times, meals and school activities. To our surprise, many schools do not use an app. The extracurricular activities are so engaging - I like that they bring an outside coach to engage the kids in sports, Mr. George for music, and Ms Brittany for reading. The meals are also great. My son is open to eating a variety of food as a result of the meals serve at the school. In terms of academics, my almost 4 year old can count to 40, knows the ABCs and write his name. All in all, LGA makes life easy for parents, especially working parents. Even the morning drop off procedures are so quick and seamless. Between my older daughter and son, we've been at multiple schools in the area and I can say that LGA is our favorite.

Crawlers 2 Scholars has been wonderful for my son. It took him a bit of time to adjust daycare life…read morein the beginning ( enrolled at 11 month old) but after that he was so happy to see his favorite teachers in the morning and would reach for their hugs. He was so loved and cared for here, teachers from the Ducks here helped him through so many milestones: being able to feed himself ( huge one! This happened at week 1!), sign languages, started walking! We recommend Crawlers 2 Scholars to anyone in a heartbeat!

I CAN NOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT CRAWLERS 2 SCHOLARS…read more story time. when yelp first came about, i was redefining myself from a san francisco raised troubler maker to an "adult" with adult money and a desire to do some good while having some fun. back in 2005-2015ish, this new online community we built in sf, we had a whole bunch of fun and really did a lot for our local community and local small businesses. we raised a ton of money for the SF Food Bank and put hundreds, if not thousands of small businesses on the literally digital online map. fast forward another decade or so, most of these founder members are now old(er) farts with kids and use yelp in a very different way..... including finding day care hidden gems! we moved to walnut creek during the pandemic when we wanted to have a bit more room with our second child coming. Sky was borna week after we moved into a new place in WC. having experienced the difficulties finding the right daycare/preschool the first time around with our oldest, i hopped immediately into finding the right place for Sky. C2S was on top of a short list of centers in the area i picked out. after visiting, the list got shorter and after speaking with staff, the list only had C2S on it. C2S has an amazing lifer heading the program/center. Katy has literally spent her adult life at this center. Its her passion and it shows. Each and every staff member i have encountered has been amazing. our 3 year old loves his time at C2S. This center is modern, accepting and celebrates each and every child without making it a huge deal (like most of us). I've been to a few of the celebrations and you can not help but smile ear to ear. The center is clean, roomy, secured, and they have a great playground (super important). The team regularly sends photos and you can see how engaged the staff is with the kids and vice versa. Katy and the admin team are SUPER on point and timely with the back office side of things. I have more difficulties getting responses from my own team and employees than resolving items and gettings responses from the C2S team, something you do not see too often from daycare/preschools. i can not say enough good things! happy to share with the yelp community this amazing hidden gem. i did the footwork, found the best day care in the area.

Words really cant describe how thankful we are for Michelle and the teachers at Kids Kastle. They…read moreare so much more like family than anything else and consistently go above and beyond. From the caring staff, the events, health meals, constantly adding and improving the backyard and facility...what more can I say about this place! Our daughter has grown, learned and been loved on so much over these past few years. Thank you for everything!

I'm writing this review almost 3 years after my daughter left Kids Kastle, and that is a testament…read moreto how amazing Michelle is and was a care-giver to my daughter. We still stop by for playdates because my daughter loves it so much there and we still stay in touch with Michelle. I can't say enough about her love and devotion to the kids in her daycare and even the parents! I feel incredibly grateful to have found Michelle and Kids Kastle, and I highly recommend her in every way possible. If you're looking for a safe, supportive, loving and fun place for your child to grow and blossom, this is your sign to stop looking and call Kids Kastle!

Galina's Daycare is an oasis of routine, care, comfort, and community in a time of upheaval after…read morehaving a child. Our baby was about 5 months old when we started his care there, and I believe that Galina's concern and care were integral in his development (and ours as parents) over his first 2 years. She helped us establish a naptime routine such that when he was home, he went down without a fuss. Which also transferred to bedtimes being painless. She would let us know if something seemed wrong (a cough, runny nose, irregular BMs, etc.) and give us tips for what to do at home. As new parents, we were grateful for her advice and consideration, but she was never judgemental. While Galina's pricing seems high, she delivers with enrichment: everything from birthday parties, art projects, celebrating holidays (the Mother's Day projects were SO CUTE this year), and dance parties. She and her mom bake all kinds of treats for us to take home throughout the year, and always makes sure all the kids are at the house for big holidays. My kid has had a great first two years of making friends and exploring his world. It also is a small group of kids so they all get really close. I have connected with some of the parents and hope we can keep their friendships alive over the coming years. As an only child, our kid really benefitted from being around kids of varying ages for him to play with. The big kids taught by example and I think having the little infants around have helped him be gentle. Galina also does potty training. Once my kid was interested--mainly from other kids at the daycare being potty trained--, we bought a potty at home and he already was going #1 consistently at 21 months. 10/10 I highly recommend Galina's Daycare!

Galina is AMAZING!!! We recently moved away from the area and one of the only reasons why we had…read moredoubts is because we don't think we'll ever find a daycare as great, caring, and attentive as Galina's. She develops a connection with each child and makes their wellbeing and happiness a priority. My daughter was always so excited to go there, making the transition really easy when we had to start daycare. My daughter was also introduced to so many healthy foods that we would have never thought of in our household. I was always so surprised when my daughter would come home with a new skill, such as knowing how to blow her nose (so helpful!). Highly recommend Galina, we miss her so much!

My daughter is currently at Creative Hearts daycare and it has been an amazing experience. They put…read moreso much love, thoughtfulness, and creativity into each day. Every day when my child arrives she has a huge smile on her face and runs in to greet her teachers and friends. The owner of the school, Ms Dulci, is so communicative and always gives me updates on my daughter. I can't recommend Creative Hearts enough!

I am so grateful for Ms Dulci and the teachers at Creative Hearts. I couldn't imagine a more…read morecaring, compassionate, and creative group of people to care for my little one. Getting used to daycare was not always easy (for my son or me!) but knowing he is in such caring, capable hands made it so much easier. They are so great at keeping us informed of his progress throughout the day, sharing photos, videos and texts as needed. Now my son asks to go to Ms Dulci's house on the weekends! He has so much fun with their truly creative programming and activities, and I love knowing he's growing and learning there every day.

Our daughter M has been with Miles of Smiles for a little over a year now. M is our first child and…read morewas born under 5lbs. We did extensive research prior to deciding on a safe and nurturing environment for M. My husband and I felt very reassured after we had our first meeting with owner, Biana. She was very patient, thoughtful, and kind. Below are some highlights of Miles of Smiles that we have experienced: - very clean and well kept environment - children from babies to kindergarten age all get a long well and show each other a lot of love (many hugs and enthusiastic byes). We feel like that's a reflection of the teachers' quality and overall warm environment of the daycare - all the provided meals are home-made and nutritious. for example, cottage cheese pancakes and vegetables soups - my child never comes home with an obviously overdue diapers. no recurring diaper rash issues - anytime our family has specific concerns or feedback (i.e. after seeing pediatrician), Biana always provides quick responses and offers to have 1:1 meetings with parents - we have never been called midway through work about any incidents or injuries - daycare has been working very closely with us throughout the potty-training process. Biana will provide feedbacks and updates via texts - the bi-annual school parties are very fun and festive - we can tell our daughter has grown and learned a lot since she joined this daycare - the 7:30am drop off and 6pm pick up are amazing for parents with long workdays Few extra points: - majority of the teachers speak Russian primarily so it can be hard to directly communicate with the teachers during drop-offs and pickups. Biana (the owner) is fluent in English and is very responsive via text/ call if she is not present physically - there are no app providing daily updates. However, Biana routinely texts parents pictures of the kiddos doing school activities

Time for an update! My second son has been attending Miles of Smiles since he was just 4 months…read moreold, and over a year later, the transition from infancy to toddlerhood under Biana's watchful eye has been nothing short of seamless. It is rare to find a childcare provider that feels like a true extension of your own family, but after years of being part of the Miles of Smiles community, I can say with absolute certainty that Biana and her team are in a league of their own. My younger son is thriving just as much as his older brother did. The team treats him with such genuine love and affection that any "drop-off guilt" I would have had is replaced by complete peace of mind. Environment: The facility remains meticulously clean. Despite the daily whirlwind of activities, the toys are sanitized, the floors are spotless, and the "daycare smell" simply doesn't exist here. Safety & Communication: Biana remains incredibly proactive. Whether it's an update on a minor "ouchie" or a clear plan for air quality and safety, her communication is thorough and immediate. Nutrition/Development: We continue to be amazed by the meal program. Just like his brother, my 18-month-old eats nutritious, homemade meals at Miles of Smiles that he would likely turn his nose up at at home. We are also impressed that he constantly demonstrates the fine motor skills and vocabulary Biana works so hard to cultivate. If you are a parent who is hesitant about daycare or worried about finding a place that meets your "particular" needs, Biana will put you at ease. Having sent two children here through different stages of their early development, I can testify that the level of care, hygiene, and genuine love at Miles of Smiles is unmatched. They aren't just childcare providers, they're our partners in raising happy, healthy, and confident children :)

First time mom here! We are so grateful to have found Tara. Our son has multiple food allergies and…read moreeczema, so naturally we were very nervous about putting him into somebody else's care. But when I first met Tara, I could tell how much she loves the kids and what she does - she has a great energy and all of the children in her care were happy when I toured. My son adjusted well to daycare, and I feel confident that he is being taken care of even with his health concerns. When I pick him up at the end of the day he is generally in a good mood and says how much he loves daycare, the other children, and of course "Miss Tara" and the other caretakers.

Loving, kind, clean, family. There are not enough words to describe how happy we were to have found…read moreMiss Tara. We had never dropped my daughter before at any daycare and this was our first experience. If you want a daycare that feels more like family this is where you should send your child, there's no better place they can go to help them Grow in life!

We enrolled our youngest here in September 2025, and I genuinely can't say enough about the…read moreexperience. Mana runs a program that is Montessori to its core, every single day she shared detailed updates with photos explaining exactly what the children were working on, from sandpaper letters and bead counting to science experiments, seasonal art, and outdoor exploration. She didn't just care for our child; she truly knew him. When we received notes from his occupational therapist, Mana immediately incorporated the recommendations into his daily activities. His OT even specifically praised the Montessori environment as ideal for him. Mana celebrated every holiday with creativity and warmth: Halloween costumes and parties, a Santa visit, Valentine's Day, an Easter egg hunt, Hanukkah. On his 4th birthday, she decorated, baked, and made the whole day magical. When he said he wanted to stay with Ms. Mana all summer instead of moving on, that said everything. We're heading to TK in the fall with full hearts. This is a truly special place.

The quality of care at this daycare is unmatched. The attention, education, and love my child…read morereceives here is everything I could have hoped for and more. Mana has such a natural way of communicating with little ones that is truly rare. I would highly recommend this daycare.

My son learned so much here, not only academically, but also how to be more organized, follow…read moreinstructions, socialize, and so much more. I really liked this daycare compared to others because they don't just provide childcare; they also teach the children new things, offer classes, organize mini holiday events and birthday celebrations, have water activities, and whenever the weather allows, they spend time outside. Regina and Natalya are very patient, caring, and you can tell that they truly love what they do. My son was always excited to go to daycare, and that meant a lot to me as a parent. It is a very friendly, clean, and safe environment with lots of activities for the children. You can also see that the other kids feel happy and comfortable there. They provide care for babies all the way up to children around 5-6 years old. This was my first daycare experience, and I am very happy with the decision we made. I would definitely recommend this daycare to other parents!

I was looking for a place for both of my daughters to go to, after their initial daycare…read moreunfortunately closed down to due family health reasons. Things were not working out as planned at another daycare closer to me, and that is when a friend of my husband's mentioned going to Regina's instead. We were, and still are to this day, very fortunate for the referral. My oldest daughter spent about 9 months at Regina's until she was able to attend Kindergarten at Bancroft. I appreciated that Regina and her helpers created not only a positive experience for learning, but a nurturing environment for her growth on all spectrums. My daughter was a bit in-shock from changing daycare environments, and I appreciate the dedication and sensitivity to help overcome that. While I am impressed how much my oldest daughter was able to change and grow, my youngest daughter made some unbelievable milestones here -- and they are a reflection of how great this daycare really is. She benefitted greatly to receive about two years of care here before she moved onto TK a couple months ago. She was initially having trouble walking (late walker), and Regina recommended a type of boot to help her gain confidence with walking. Sure enough, she was able to navigate as soon as they were on her feet. The magic did not stop there. What sets this place apart, and this is something even my husband's friend mentioned is that Regina's place displays a strong outpouring of empathy. They teach the kids kindness, how to look out for each other, and how to be a good soul. That is difficult to find anywhere, let alone, something that is even remotely taught today. The empathy was mentioned by BOTH of my daughers' teachers; when I attended a parent/teacher conference earlier in the week. My oldest daughter is one of the top students in her class academically, and so is my youngest! My youngest daughter's teacher mentioned to me it is unusual for a 4 year-old to be able to know most, if not all of her alphabet, but have the ability to differentiate between upper and lower case letters. She is also apparently the only one in her class that can count past 5, and up to 100. I even enclosed the test results below this review, so you can see how she did. She did goof on one letter for each, but still... 25 out of 26 is amazing! I want to also add Regina taught opposite words, how to write numbers, alphabet letters, learning about the seasons/days/months, TONS of hands-on enrichment activities, music (Regina is an amazing piano player!), and private links to YouTube videos of their holiday celebrations. Regina paved the way academically, as well as leaving everlasting impressions that carried through that I am absolutely appreciative of. I am forever grateful and thankful. I really am. Regina's daycare is worth its weight in gold. The education, TLC, social interactions, carefully-crafted home cooked meals, and structure are truly the building blocks for the small group of diverse children under her care. You won't find a place like this. Regina was literally tailor-made to be here to get your child on the right path into a school setting.

I couldn't be happier with the time my daughter spent at Little Sunflower with Mrs. Shrada. My…read moredaughter started at LSCD when she was 1.5yrs old and we had such a wonderful experience. Pros: - I love how organized the school is. They use the ProCare app which was amazing. Check in/out was efficient, I was notified of SO much during the day. Several photos and updates (down to when her diaper was changed and how long her naps were). We were very spoiled. - Our daughter is a terrible eater, but Mrs. Shrada introduced her to new foods and if she wouldn't eat what others were eating she'd find a way to sneak in something she'd like to get food in her belly. - Super responsive and available via text or email - Payment was easy and tuition was fair. - Very safe. I love how in the ProCare app you can upload pictures of people authorized to pick up my daughter and also pictures of those not allowed to pick up. - Mrs. Shrada had so much love for my daughter. Treated her as her very own. Cons: - My daughter would sometimes get sent home with a cough. I completely understand her wanting to keep others healthy. Just tricky at times when working full time. I HIGHLY recommend LSCD. We'll most likely send baby #2 here.

Shrada and her family are the best! We have two kids and have tried all the various options for…read morechild care over the years (nanny, nanny share, preschool center, etc.). Of all our experiences so far, Shrada's home daycare has been the best experience for our family. Our son previously got kicked out of a nanny share for being too difficult and having difficulty sleeping. We were concerned that he would also be too much for Shrada to handle (especially with 4-6 other kids), but she assured us that she could handle him and that the transition would be smooth. From day one he was napping and within a week he was excited to go back. He's now been attending for over a year and is excited every day to go back. Shrada's daycare is like a second home for him. With Little Sunflower Child Daycare you get the atmosphere of a small family daycare, but with all the benefits of a larger business due to their full use of the ProCare app. I don't know how she manages it, but we receive dozens of updates daily (meals, nap times, diaper changes, activities, photos, videos, etc.). Shrada's communication and responsiveness are unparalleled. It's so comforting and reassuring to always know exactly what our son is doing throughout the day and to know he's in good hands. On top of that she's always smiling and cheerful and consistently engages the children in educational activities. She also prepares healthy, delicious meals that all the kids enjoy. I highly recommend Little Sunflower Child Daycare for anyone who is looking for quality child care.