Schools near Hawaiian Gardens, CA

“My son loves this place. He had Ms. Gaby, Ms. Alba and has Ms. Anita. The teachers are wonderful and I have seen him grow leaps and bounds here. He will be ready for preschool I’m sure. Love the events and the bilingual focus here. Also, it’s nice to know that if I have a baby, that baby can attend the same school which will minimize drop off/pick off time and stress.”

“Our son has a few special needs and we have always felt welcomed and he loves this school. From the first time we toured this school we felt the difference and he loves coming to school every day. We even tried to put him into a regular TK class but decided it was better to bring him here where the class size was smaller and he was happiest. thank you for taking great care of our boy.”

“We have been at Hilltop for 5 years and it has truly been a magical place for my children. Through the years, my kids have grown in a way I wouldn’t have imagined through the loving way the teachers guide the students. I highly recommend Hilltop for early education, and to anyone that wants to join a kind and caring community.”

“Prior to selecting a pre-school, I toured many in the area. La Habra Heritage was what I felt was best, in terms of location, staff and cost. My daughter had attended from 6 mos to 5 years, and I could not be happier with our experience there. Highly recommend this facility and it's amazing staff. We've graduated to kindergarten so sadly have outgrown La Habra Heritage, but we'll be forever grateful to everyone here we've met along the way!”

“Our daughter has been attending for a few months now and she loves her teacher. Even when doing school tours, Dream-I was the school that she was excited about. We are happy that we chose Dream-I and we love to see that she is learning and thriving.”

“Mrs Adly is truly the best teacher you could trust to care for your child, and she really invests all of her heart and energy into each of her students. Although we had some bumps with our son's first toddler teacher, he transitioned to Mrs Adly's class and she brought out the best in him. He found confidence and independence through her methods, and we saw quick changes with his negative behaviors. We ultimately decided not to keep our son in LePort's program for the preschool years due to not feeling like it was the best setting for him moving forward, but I would still give 5 stars just for Mrs. Adly's and Mrs Water's hard work and dedication in helping our son thrive. Thank you guys for what you do.”

“My husband and I love this school program. The staff is amazing with the kids they always make them feel welcomed and safe. Both my kids have gone to Kids First Learning Center and they have loved it so much, we are hoping our third baby on the way gets to go as well.”

“Dream-I is an amazing school. From outstanding staff and teachers to their educational yet fun program, we are glad and feel lucky we have found this place. We've searched and visited many different prospective preschools closer to our home but chose to drive the extra distance just to have our child attend this school. As a parent, we are cautious and full of questions when it comes to our children. The director, along with staff here, are sincerely nice and patient and makes sure all of your questions are answered so you can rest assured. Most importantly, our child learned so much from here and continues to do so. Dream-I is very attentive to each and every student and is informative of their daily progress which we appreciate very much. If you are in search of finding a preschool, at the very least consider this school. You won't regret it. Our child genuinely loves and enjoys going to Dream-I everyday.”

“My son has been attending Sunny Day for two years now. First it was daycare, and now preschool. They have been very communicative about any issues that arise and have always handled them in a professional manner. We toured a number of facilities, and this one is both affordable and provides a great environment for my son to learn and grow socially as well as academically.”

“We absolutely love Bayshore Co-Op and recommend it to anyone looking for a parent participation school. The location is beautiful, the little ones get lots of outdoor play & Ms. Cori is wonderful with children. Our son was very hesitant to start preschool and Ms. Cori was so gracious with him, helping him find activities that he liked and made him feel at home. I am so grateful for this little school by the beach.”

“A little over a year ago we purchased our family home in West Garden Grove. Simultaneously we were in need of a full time daycare for our 23 month old daughter and we happened upon Teachable Moments. During our initial tour we really felt welcomed by Miss Sheena and Miss Amy. We liked the small, intimate home daycare vibes that we got during our first visit. It fit our needs as our daughter was transitioning from being home with her grandparents. The pricing was reasonable, it was only a couple miles away from home and they were willing to accommodate our daughter's food allergies. We have been at Teachable Moments for over a year now and I couldn't be happier that we decided to enroll our daughter here. Her language skills have improved immensely, she is learning to read and write, and has developed so many gross/fine motor skills. Most importantly she is enjoying school. She is socializing and learning to work with her peers, which is so wonderful to see at her age (as she was an isolated Covid baby for so long). Our daughter loves her teachers. They are nurturing, caring, and facilitate growth and learning. They take the time to sit with the students and focus on their individual needs. Miss Amy and Miss Sheena have worked together for years and continue to do so. They are so committed to their students and you can tell they truly love what they do.”

“LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Wave Preschool. I like the small class size and all staffs are nice. My kid loves to go to school and like all the activities they had done in school. Highly Recommend!!”

“We are so happy our 2-year-old daughter attends KinderCare in Downey. The teachers and admin team are so professional and friendly, and they have a very well-thought out curriculum. My daughter is learning something new every day, and I have seen her blossom in just the few weeks that she has attended. 100% recommended!”

“My son has been attending Goldenwest Preschool since March 2022, and I am incredibly pleased with the experience. I initially chose this school based on a friend's recommendation, and it has exceeded my expectations. The facility is not only clean and well-organized but also thoughtfully separates kids by age group, considering their educational levels.The three teachers per room setup is a standout feature for me. It provides an extra layer of care and attention for the children. The communication from the staff is excellent, keeping us well-informed about any upcoming events or important updates. When my son was 2 and under Mrs. Jackelyn's care, she made it easy for me to leave him at school with her loving and positive approach.Now, at four years old, my son has three teachers, and Mrs. Rene, with whom I primarily communicate, is equally caring and nurturing. Her balanced approach includes necessary discipline, which I appreciate. I'm particularly impressed that she teaches sign language to the kids, and it's heartwarming to see my son coming home and sharing his newfound knowledge.Mrs. Amy who is the school director, has been immensely helpful, providing information about financial assistance programs. The Christian values instilled in the curriculum, especially the emphasis on love towards God, are of great significance to me. As a pregnant mother, I'm already considering enrolling my upcoming baby in Goldenwest Preschool. The dedication of the entire staff, including many unnamed teachers and faculty, has given me peace of mind while I'm at work, knowing my son is in excellent hands.I am grateful for the positive impact they've had on my son's growth and development.”

“My daughter has been coming here since she was a baby. The level of love,compassion and empathy everyone here shows the kids is unmatched. As a mom I could always count on them communicating with me about my child.They helped jumpstart her potty training which was a huge help. My daughter also enjoyed being there with her peers and the staff was always so kind. I valued how much care and love they showed my daughter and celebrating all the kids milestones. They Definitely offer piece of mind even on her first day I was calling throughout the day and they never hesitated to give me updates on how my daughter was doing which was great. I appreciate everyone's help here and helping my daughter meet her milestones.”

“I went here from 1972 until 1981, from preschool to after school care. My 4 daughters went here as well as my nephews from 1984 to 1990 and from 1996 to 2008. I have such fond memories of all the teachers. I love them. The Ahrens family has created a safe environment. My children are all very successful and excelled in academics which I attribute to their time spent here in this loving but disciplined preschool. I only wish I lived closer so my grandchildren could get the same wonderful experience. I highly recommend this preschool. It is honestly the best in the area!! Hi Ms. Nancy!! And yes she’s the same preschool teacher I had!!”

“Hello, it was easy for me to find pre school academy for my daughter because they provided me with everything quickly thanks to all the teachers. My daughter learned very quickly. I am very grateful to all of them. I recommend them to other parents....”

“This daycare is absolutely amazing. The The owner and staff are transparent, open door policy, streamline communication via parents and staff with their app, their service is higher quality than many other daycares that charge double the tuition( speaking from straight experience), and they take parents feedback pretty seriously, I've witnessed them constantly updating and upgrading their business based on our feedback.

I would say that it's an undervalued daycare in the area and a lot of people probably judge it or don't even consider it because of its location. However, it's a little hidden gem you're missing out on. The only thing I wish was they took infants, they are currently licensed for 2+.”

“Town & Country Preschool in Westminster is a gem! Coming from an educational background, I've been very intentional about the environment I'd want my child to be in. I didn't want to expose my toddler to screens and technology just yet and preferred for her to be outdoors, which was perfect that Town & Country had a little farm attached to it.Town & Country Preschool was perfect because it provided STEM education in a space fostering socio-emotional learning and student confidence. In just a matter of months, I saw my child elevate her language skills and critical thinking abilities. Despite being a little shy, she came home raving about her teachers, singing new songs, sharing the activities during the day, and the friends she played with in school. The social skills developed were noticeable right away. Additionally, I credit my child's school for helping her become potty-trained before the age of three.I've been sending my child to Town and Country for the summer months for over two years now and appreciate the genuine care her teachers pour into every student. It's clear to me that her teachers--Ms. Rose, Ms. Kris, Ms. Laura, and Ms. Loretta--all love their work.”

“After coming across a disheartening review from another parent regarding one of my children's beloved teachers, I want to share my positive experience. Both of my kids are in Ms. Villaruel and Mr. Smith's class and they absolutely love going to school. Thanks to their efforts and Arborland's remarkable curriculum, my kids have made significant progress and grown both academically and personally. Ms. Villaruel and Mr. Smith both do a great job at creating a nurturing and supportive environment such that my kids adore school - in fact they are so sad the year is coming to an end! I'd also like to acknowledge my daughter's teachers from last year, Ms. Currey and Ms. Jardon - they were amazing and played a pivotal role in nurturing my daughter's confidence and academic progress.This is now our third year at Arborland and we are so happy with the amazing and dedicated teachers and staff!”

“Both my kids attend Arborland and I am so happy with the school because my children are happy. My youngest went through the Toddler and Primary program and my oldest is in the Lower Elementary with Ms Cynthia (both with the same Primary teacher, Ms Salzman). Arborland (Valencia) campus reminds me of a small village. It's more casual and folksy, and each day you will encounter the same team of teachers, administrators, aides, etc who work together to make each day fulfilling and special for the kids. On hot days, my kids might be enjoying an Otter Pop after school, or sitting in the shade with friends sipping on their water bottles after being reminded by a teacher. My kids feel loved and are known by name, by all Arborland staff, regardless of whether my kids are actually in their class. On tough days, my kids receive caring admonishment and there is always a good intent or message that comes from a place of concern or previous experience with my kids (because every kid is different). The school doesn't feel cold ... it is a bit more casual as a result, so you should balance expectations for cold, ruthless efficiency with compassion, warmth and sincerity (Ms Linda who runs the front office and wears multiple hats). Academics are more than fine, and I have found that in keeping with the Montessori way, every child excels here or has multiple pathways to excel on their terms/comfort level. Most of the parents are sincere as well and that sincerity rubs off on their classmates. Dr. Chen (the headmaster) and Ms. Veronica are familiar faces at school too and are very hands-on with any challenges that face the school (a great job handling the pandemic given so many competing/conflicting ideas on how best to handle a lose-lose situation!)”

“God's Word taught at every service. Many community outreach programs and global mission opportunities. As our Lead Pastor Eric Nelson says daily, "Love God. Love People."”

“The place is very clean which was our top priority. The teachers are amazing and very attentive to each child's needs especially for ours where both of the teachers ended up knowing our child better than us! The front desk and staff were so kind and always willing to accomodating to our child and hectic schedule. Enroll your kids with confident here as we have searched the entire ORANGE COUNTY and this place is well above all the ones we've visited.”

“They took care of our son from 9 months old to 2 years old. He had been somewhat traumatized at his previous daycare (crying every day at drop off and pick up), and yet he loved coming here since day 1. Bright Futures had just opened the infant room and so our son was only the second baby there. It was maybe a leap of faith but we immediately felt we could trust them with our baby. The room is brand new, clean, and organized. Director Tiffany takes extra care of the infant room and our baby was surrounded by loving teachers all the time. We are switching now because we want to be closer to home and not take the 710 every day, but at the new daycare, they were surprised to notice how well-socialized and well-mannered our son was. Obviously, they did a great job of teaching him social skills. Our son especially enjoyed the front yard where he could ride the tricycle for hours, the water days in the summer when they play in the water, and sometimes they would let him hang with the older kids which is proven to be beneficial for development. They use an app to communicate with parents so we would get pictures of him and updates every day. Also, they provide meals which is a huge help for working parents. Thank you thank you for taking care of our baby!”

“My daughter used to study here and my nieces currently study here too. They are all really enjoy the program. All the staffs here are very friendly and responsive. Mrs. Lee (the principle), Mrs.Thuy, Mrs. Nicole, Mrs. Sunny, Mrs. May, Mrs. Vivian….they’re all awesome. Thank you for giving us the high quality place for our kids!”

“This place is awesome. I love the energy and joy that my kids get from this place. The staff from the top down are extremely receptive to feedback. Both my kids have learned so much from this program. I wish there were cameras or something similar so I would be able to see how my children interact and/or problem solve - that way, I would know how to tailor their learning. Otherwise, nothing but great things!”

“Pat Terrones is my child's kinder teacher and she is the most caring, kind, faithful person I have ever met. A true blessing thank you for the amazing year. Must send you kids here for kinder they will become super smart like mine.”

“We are so disappointed that we had to pull our kiddos out when we moved away!! Oakwood Academy is such a great school and I miss our kids going here dearly! The teachers are all great and very attentive and our kids learned SO much while they were there. Our barely 3YO was only able to spend about 6 months there before we left, but while we were there, she built so much confidence and learned so much from Ms. Tana, Ms. Jessie, and Ms. Noemi!Ms. Noemi, Ms. Jessie, and Ms. Rosa were my other kiddo's teachers and they're all so great! This school tries to get parents involved in various activities and our kids really enjoyed all the parties that the school threw. We have no complaints and would highly recommend this school to other families!”