Schools near Canyon, CA

“I called twice and each time someone picked up and was able to help me/assist me right away. Instructions are always very clear . Well run !!!! I am appreciative they are close to me”

“CCC is a co-op preschool where children and adults are invited to grow and play in an inclusive, supportive environment. Creative and loving teachers, spacious and thoughtful play spaces, and opportunities to be actively involved in a community make CCC a special place to spend these precious preschool years. CCC Forever!”

“Our daughter has been at Daisy since she was a year and a half, we've watched her learn and grow. The leadership (Fey & Irfan) and staff really care about the kids. There is a big emphasis on safety, inclusion, and having fun. Learning is supplemented by weekly yoga and music lessons. The facility provides plenty of space, which even includes goats, chickens, and a turtle. Highly recommended!”

“Learn and Play wouldn’t be anything without Chris and the amazing teachers who have been there since it was Play and Learn. Chris is a staple to the community. Helen is an amazing teacher, as are all the teachers my kids have had, such as Maria (the teacher), Danielle, Beatriz, Marisol, Anna, Mercedes, and Gabby. The teachers are what makes this place special for our kids, and they treat our kids with respect and care.”

“My son thrives at Berkeley Hills Nursery School and we could not be happier! The teachers and the director have 10 - 20+ years of experience. I trust them 100% as experts in their field to help nurture and develop my son.My son does well at this small school, with an intimate group of friends. Because of the low student to teacher ratio, the teachers are very familiar with my son as a unique individual.The director, Kathleen, is top-notch, easy to work with, and very involved with the kids. Kathleen makes our parent "tasks" easy: applying was free and simple, enrollment steps were clear, and daily communication is concise (made even easier through an app).I like that teachers lead activities for the whole group of kids. The play-based activities get my son moving and learning. For example, today the kiddos moved through an obstacle course that helped them with balance, and fine and gross motor skills. They also do art, yoga, and walks in the neighborhood.Lastly, we have a strong parent community, with adult and family social events. We are so happy to have found this gem in the hills!”

“Linda Beach has been a perfect fit for our child and our family. It is a lovely community of parents, wonderful staff, and a perfect balance of learning and play for the children. The additional gymnastics and spanish supplements are a bonus that we didn't anticipate but are very appreciative of. We are grateful for this caring environment during a crucial developmental time for our son. We highly recommend if you are looking for a cooperative preschool.”

“We feel so blessed to be part of the CoG community. Our boys started last year and in just one year, we have seen tremendous growth in every aspect. The trust we have in the staff means everything to us. We know they are safe, having fun and learning. We are constantly in awe of the curriculum and tools and strategies the boys have become equipped with. The songs they sing and teach to us at home are an added bonus! Thank you, CoG!”

“Great daycare! Our 2 kids enrolled 9 months ago in the Nido and Toddler classroom! The teachers are so great and so nice with them, they love them! We are very happy to be part of Guidepost Emeryville!”

“My interaction with the learning center at Lindamood-Bell was very enlightening. I thought the process of my evaluation and the explanation of the testing results were explained precisely. All in all, I am very pleased. Robert Ault”

“My daughter has attended here for a little over two years. The staff are lovely. The kids are happy. They provide fresh cooked lunch and snacks everyday - which is a real time saver for our family and encourages our daughter to try new foods. They have optional extra curricular activities like yoga, cooking, science, and soccer. I have seen very little staff turnover, and one staff member has been there so long that she taught one of the parents! I also appreciate all the evening events and additional information for the parents - for example, they organized an information night on transition to TK, including inviting some local TK and K teachers to speak. It feels like a warm community. Candace and Linda are responsive, friendly, and caring. Highly recommended.”

“I'm not sure what your kid is doing at school today but mine is having a potato sack race I mean I just CAN NOT say enough positive things about this wonderful place. The communication is top notch, the teachers are amazing. There are community events. But most of all they let the kids play. They play all day with structure of activities. They have choices. They listen to your child. I'm just so so happy with Kidtime. I very highly recommend.”

“We couldn't be happier with Little Genius Academy. Our adventurous little boy loves his teacher and being at 'school'. Dropping off and picking up kids couldn't be quicker. This facility truly seems to understand the plight of busy working parents. I'd give more stars if I could.”

“This is the best place we've found for our son. After trying several other preschools, we are thrilled with our choice. They offer a wide range of activities throughout the day, including plenty of outdoor play with bicycles and scooters, as well as fun themed days. My son enjoys every moment here and is always happy. The teachers are incredibly warm and kind, creating a wonderful environment for the children.”

“We absolutely love Rising Sun Montessori School!! Our child has been attending this preschool for almost 2 years and we have been so pleased with everything this school has to offer. The owner, Carolina, is incredible with the children. She is patient, knowledgeable, kind, and very welcoming. The same is true of the other teachers as well. They are very accommodating of each family's needs and they make our child feel very safe. I feel very comfortable leaving my child in their care. They provide an excellent early education and wonderful social skill-building. At pick-up, my child often doesn't want to leave school because she is having so much fun with her friends and loves her teachers! We are planning to enroll our younger two children when the time comes.”

“We love having our son at a daycare that feels like home. The maestras welcome him every morning and make sure to update us throughout his day with the activities that they do. They are always very creative and make sure everyday him and his amigos learn but also have a fun time. Gracias AMA!”

“We LOVE this school!My daughter started at MCPC's Toddler Playtime Program right after they re-opened during the pandemic. The Toddler program is for kids 18 - 36 months old and they get to play with so many different activities around the school. Someone has to stay with the child during the class so it was great watching her explore and learn how things work.She loved the toddler program so much that she wanted to continue to their preschool. This is now her second year at the school and she still loves going to school every morning.One other thing that is so great about this school is that the Director and Board provide parent education before our morning work day meetings and at the General Meetings. I've learned so much and I feel like I've grown as a parent as well!This is a cooperative preschool, so there is a lot of work involved. But honestly, it's really rewarding because I got to watch my daughter grow up into this amazing, confident, and independent little girl. She is so ready for Kindergarten, despite her speech delay. Having my daughter go to this preschool was our best decision!The other parents at this preschool have grown with me, and we've all become part of this community. We all can lean on each other whenever we need anything, or even when we want to go on vacations!This school, its Toddler and Preschool programs, the teachers and its community are amazing!”

“We have been beyond thrilled with the care and education both of our kids have received at Nia House. It's hard for me to know where to begin. My first child is a 2020 baby, and it felt like a huge leap for us to start her in childcare. From the moment I set foot in the school, I couldn't have felt more confident in our decision. Every aspect of Nia House from the physical environment to the way teachers speak to the children is utterly thoughtful. The teachers are deeply knowledgable about development and about helping each unique child find their place in the community. The teachers and staff have also been extremely supportive of my husband and I as parents and have offered guidance and advice when we've run into challenges at home. I feel incredibly lucky to have Nia House as a partner in raising my kids!”

“Best preschool around. I taught there and my grandson attended there! Highly recommended staff is highly trained and there's lots of love there ! I highly recommend a visit !”

“My son started at Peter Pan when he was four months old and he just graduated preschool. Peter Pan was truly a second home for him and he thrived so well during his time there. We loved how children are given the space to just be kids and grow up with their own individual personalities while also learning skills and manners, and most importantly how to be kind. My son is so ready and well prepared for kindergarten. We are so sad to leave; the teachers truly feel like family.”

“When I asked my kindergartener about her first day of school, she told me "I was kind today." That's what I love about Golestan, they are focused on creating compassionate humans and life long learners. Last year my older daughter's class did a semester long deep dive into oceans, where all the subjects like art, theater, math, and writing were integrated. It was such a joy to see her curiosity and knowledge grow. I think it's such a more holistic way of learning. We also appreciate that there isn't homework, makes time at home in the afternoon much less stressful and I don't feel like my kids are behind or missing anything, the opposite actually since they can pursue other activities with the free time.The community, green school yard, and garden are all also amazing. We also appreciate the healthy food (and not having to pack lunches or snacks). It's a pretty magical school and we feel lucky to have found it!”

“Bubbly Tots is the most magical preschool! My daughter eagerly looks forward to going each day to learn and play with her friends. In just one year she has blossomed academically and socially thanks to the warm, skilled teachers. Her math, reading and writing abilities have grown tremendously through the engaging, hands-on lessons. Director Ms. Soni fosters a cheerful community where kids thrive. The communication is wonderful too. I simply can’t recommend this preschool highly enough - my daughter is flourishing here! Bubbly Tots deserves all 5 stars.”

“We love this school and the whole wonderful community that comes with it. The school is really child centric and while every school says they are here it is real. The outdoors area is big and beautiful with lots of nooks to play in and each room has a novel daily activity setup by the teachers. Monteverde also has an art teacher (Mila) and an art room where kids can make truly unique and cool art.”

“My kid attended this school, and recently graduated to TK. I cannot recommend Hilda, Delia, and Faila highly enough. It's a beautiful, loving home-based daycare that truly loves and cares for your children. When they get older, the kids are given the option to attend Merritt College's lab preschool program, which is an excellent bridge between Vivan Los Niños and the next grade (either TK or K). Don't think twice - trust Hilda with your kids, and you'll forever be part of the VLN family.”

“Wildwood has been a great choice for us! In particular, we love the community aspect of this school — from the parent-teacher partnership, to festive school events for families to come together and connect. We also really appreciate Anita’s leadership (Program Director); she’s thoughtful, transparent, and very involved — which is evident in the relationships she’s built with each kiddo. The fact that she actively supports in the classroom on a daily basis gives us assurance that decisions and updates are informed by on-the-ground experiences. Wildwood’s focus on learning through play resonates with us. Having multiple age-appropriate classrooms also provides good exposure / role-modeling for kids in different learning stages (from infants to pre-schoolers).”

“We used bright horizon at Garner for backup care, we chose it because it has a large outdoor play area. It turned out that the teacher there was very friendly and loving. My kid was happy and wanted to go back.”

“We are so thankful our daughter got a spot a Kid Time Junior! We were touring to book a spot for our newborn for next year and they happened to have an opening in their 2’s class and our daughter had recently turned 2 (KTJ currently lets kids in the 2’s class as soon as they turn 2 and not based on school year cut offs). Our daughter is thriving at KTJ compared to her previous daycare. She became attached to the teachers so quickly, and all of the teachers and staff we’ve interacted with have been great. She is developing more rapidly, especially with her speech, and seems so much happier not just there but all the time. They provide a lot of stimulation with outdoor time and sensory activities. With her old daycare I felt a lot of pressure to do art and sensory activities with her outside of school, but KT takes the pressure off us as parents by providing that at school. Having her at KTJ also gave us priority to get into the Mayhew location for preschool next year (which has a long waitlist). We toured between 10-15 different infant centers and preschools in the area and are so happy we were able to get into Kid Time! It’s a great deal for the value of childcare you receive and they also provide updates and photos in an app.”

“Small Size Big Mind is magnificent!Such a gorgeous waterfront location. Such wonderful handmade lovingly-crafted environments, indoors and out. And best of all are all the wonderful, caring, creative and patient teachers. Special shout-out to his good friend Teacher Wyatt who welcomed him into the fold when he arrived. Our son loves it and we highly recommend it.”

“My son (13 months) loves coming here. He lights up everyday when he sees his teachers. He’s learning many skills and I feel like he’s very well cared for. The staff are wonderful and kind & you can tell they care about each child.”

“We pulled our daughter out of a more strict and structured daycare where she was timid and quiet and switched her to Oak Grove at the recommendation of a friend whose daughter loved it here. Our daughter has totally blossomed here - she sings and dances and talks excitedly about her friends and teachers and activities. It has been so low stress and high joy to be part of Oak Grove. The affordable price and food provided are great bonuses as well.”