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.

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.

My daughter attended Blackhawk Montessori from February 2025 - August 2025. We had to choose a…read moreschool quickly due to a short-notice move, and I appreciated that this school was quieter than others we toured (my daughter was sensitive to loud noise) and that it was close to our rental. During the first month, the directors consistently told us at drop-off that she was doing well. However, about a month in, we received a note in her backpack from a classroom teacher indicating that she had been struggling with distraction and listening since the beginning. I wish we had been given more honest and timely feedback from the start from the directors, as that mismatch felt misleading. At a formal parent-teacher conference two months in, we were encouraged to have her assessed for support through SRVUSD, as they felt she wouldn't be successful in an academic environment without extra help. We took this seriously and ultimately enrolled her in TK in our school district starting August 2025, where she underwent a full 60-day assessment. The results showed no learning concerns, and her TK teachers report that she's doing very well and is easily redirected when distracted. We had similar positive feedback from the after-school childcare team. After this experience, I spoke with three other moms that were in my daughter's Blackhawk Montessori classroom and learned their children had also received feedback around concerns with focus, excessive talking, or other similar behaviors. I think the school has expectations that may not align with typical child development, which can lead to excessive negative attention. That said, there were aspects I appreciated: - I liked Ms. Tania, one of the two main teachers in my daughter's pre-K classroom. She seemed balanced and firm, while also kind. My daughter liked her. - The school offered several paid enrichment programs (gymnastics, singing, soccer, dance, etc.), which my daughter consistently looked forward to. - As a full-time working single mom, I appreciated the longer care hours offered. There were also significant concerns: - The concerns with transparency and unrealistic expectations/negative attention noted earlier in the review. - My daughter reported that the other main pre-K teacher was "mean," especially toward the end of her time there when that teacher ran the smaller second summer session. Even nearly five months after leaving Blackhawk Montessori, my daughter still mentions that teacher and says she never wants to return, which is upsetting. - In retrospect, the six-hour school day (before childcare) was too long for her. She's done much better with the 3.5-hour school days that SRVUSD offers for TK/K kids. Overall, I've learned that my child does best in a warmer, more teacher-led environment. While Blackhawk Montessori had some positives, it was not a good fit for her, and she has done significantly better in both the schools she attended before and after her time here.

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.

My kids attended TOL from the ages 2-5. My kids always looked forward to arriving at school in the…read moremorning. The teachers are very organized and prepared with their lesson plans. They would take pictures so we could see what activities they did in class. We have so many core memories, and even have made life long friendships. I highly recommend TOL if you're looking for a preschool!

I cannot say enough things about this school. I am probably…read morethe most over protective, worrier of a mom you have met. To the point that, I wasn't sure if I was going to send my daughter to pre-school before Kindergarten. That was until I learned about Tree of Life and met the owner Kelley, If you are looking for a place where you feel comfortable and happy every day to send your child to school, this is the school for you. This was my daughter's first experience being away from me and after only one day going School she fell in love with it. My daughter woke up every morning excited to go to school and sad to leave. She would count down the days when school was closed and ask me to wake her up early when the break was over. While my daughter quickly learned how to spell her name and read, in my opinion, what I appreciated the most was the life skills she gained. My daughter was taught kindness, honesty, giving back to the less fortunate and how important it is to respect all cultures and people. The owner Kelley is truly a gift. She has created a family dynamic on campus that is felt in every class. She is present on campus, connected with all parents and students and she staffs her school with the most amazing group of educators that truly love your children as their own. I feel extremely grateful and blessed to have gotten the opportunity to send my daughter to Tree of Life. It has set my daughter up for success for the rest of her life.

We moved from SF where I sent my son to probably 4-5 different schools there (from Reggio Emilia,…read moreto play-based, to language immersion) and have toured over 20. When we moved to this area, I toured a handful and I can say Harper has been by far the best place we have sent our child to. It's incredibly nurturing, calm, and serene. All the teachers are so kind to the kids. During the tour I was told it's academic here, but after sending my child here, I would say there's a great balance between learn and play. They are also exposed to so many different topics, subjects, and interests- from science, music, alphabets, sports, numbers, cooking, cars, and so much more. When the kids learn, they are learning together in a group and cooperatively. When I ask my son everyday how school was, he will mainly talk about his friends because that's what made the most impact to him daily. On the weekends and holiday break, he always asks if he can go to school, which he's never done before. We are very happy and are grateful for all the teachers and staff for making our son's early childhood education journey so magical and fun.

My daughter started school in the summer of 2024 and she could not be happier. All of the teachers…read morehere are caring, nurturing, and very happy to be working with kids. Her TK teacher, Ms. Swarnali, has really created an environment geared towards fostering a joy of learning. The kids do science experiments, arts, writing, reading and so much more. My daughter is leaps above other kids her age due to her TK with Ms. Swarnali!

We just completed our second year of Valley Parents Preschool and it is the most magical Preschool…read moreand Pre-K experience! My daughter absolutely loved the play based model. The teachers are absolutely incredible, and always meet you and your child where they are. Everything is developmentally appropriate and the kids have SO many opportunities there. The physical environment both indoors and outdoors is the perfect backdrop for the kids and learn and explore. We are so grateful for the amazing families we have met and the community that VPP creates. We cannot say enough good things about it or recommend it enough. We also highly recommended attending their summer camp, it is so much fun!! We are so sad the our time here has come to a close since it has been the best experience for our whole family.

Valley Parent Preschool has been a wonderful, play-based preschool for my two children. The…read moreteachers truly understand what's appropriate developmentally for this age group, and the kids have plenty of outdoor time throughout their day. The backyard is amazing, with sand, grass, water, monkey bars, a sand kitchen, playhouse, etc etc! Basically a 2 - 5 year old's dream. Another bonus - because it's a co-op, you get to know the other families really well and my children and I have all made what I hope are life-long friends through VPP!

As a former educator, I placed a lot of pressure on myself when selecting a preschool for my…read moredaughter. After reading reviews and talking with various people, Garden seemed to be a good fit for our family. Garden Montessori fosters independence while providing a warm and supportive environment where children thrive. The teachers encourage children to create and discover new things. I appreciate that my daughter has the autonomy to choose what she wants to work on or learn, on a daily basis, while still being prepared for the next steps in her education. My daughter loves learning and practicing new skills, and I feel that the teachers at Garden really help fuel that passion. In addition to academic skills and independence, Garden nurtures children to be confident, kind, and caring. Garden is a great place that my daughter looks forward to going to everyday, and I agree with the other parents when they call it a gem! I am so glad to be part of the Garden Montessori community.

This is my way overdue review for Garden Montessori. My daughter is already 14 yo, she attended…read moreGarden when she was 3 to 4 and it had such a lasting impression on her. It shaped her learning experiences, she still remembers the tree climbing, plucking the fruit trees, preparing the stone soup for Thanksgiving, teas with parents and not forgetting the furry bunnies. She learnt so much on the essential life skills, social skills and most importantly having fun at school. She grows up to be an independent and responsible girl. I am grateful Garden built this foundation during her early years. Garden Montessori is a hidden gem. Thank you to Jaye, Troy and Karine.

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 feel so lucky to have found Autumn Creek Learning Center for our younger son…read more He started here at just 3 years old, and from the very beginning, he loved going to school every single day -- which, as any parent knows, means everything. The school itself is small and the facility may look a bit older, but what truly makes it special is the people. Ms. Asmita and Ms. Brogan run the school with so much care and dedication. Ms. Brogan is especially impressive -- thoughtful, efficient, and incredibly professional. She has such a strong presence that you can't help but notice her. Honestly, she could shine anywhere! Our son is in the Honey Bear class, and we couldn't have asked for better teachers -- Ms. Susmita, Ms. Stacy, and Ms. Preetha. They are warm, patient, and genuinely attentive to each child. As parents, we always felt heard and supported, and the communication has been consistently great. The growth we've seen in our son has been amazing. Not just academically, but also in confidence, social skills, and independence. He truly thrived here. As he moves on to TK next semester, it's bittersweet -- we're excited for his next step, but we know he will deeply miss this school and his teachers. Thank you for giving him such a happy and loving start Highly, highly recommend!

Both of our kids went to ACLC and the community (Admin, Teachers, Families) are wonderful! The…read moreschool helped potty train my 3yo son when we weren't making progress at home. Meals are included and extracurricular activities like soccer and gymnastics are offered, which is so helpful for full time working parents. The outdoor space is large and shaded. We get weekly progress reports and lots of cute artwork. The staff do such an amazing job; happy kids everyday at pickup and both our kids were over prepared for TK!

We have had a wonderful experience with Fountainhead Montessori. The teachers are caring, patient,…read moreand genuinely invested in the children's growth and development. We really appreciate the nurturing environment and the way the Montessori approach encourages independence, confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. The staff is welcoming and supportive, and it is clear that they put a lot of thought and care into creating a positive environment for the children. We have seen tremendous growth in our child, both academically and socially, and we are very grateful to the teachers and staff for everything they do. We would highly recommend Fountainhead Montessori to families looking for a caring, engaging, and supportive Montessori environment for their child.

My son really enjoys this school. He looks forward to going to the school each day. The schedule…read moreand billing is very flexible so you're able to control the changes in requirements very easily.