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July 2025 by Anna Pacheco
This is the best school around! Both of my children attended Playschool. It is a well established school in Atherton with a long running & fantastic reputation in the community. My children have only attended private schools and this preschool( starting with Playschool) & holds all the key points we looked for in a school. Since day one, the customer service and kindness by all teachers and staff was over the top; you definitely feel welcomed right away. The location is also very safe and well kept. Such a peaceful environment and the children's park is across the walkway to play in after school lets out. The teachers always create fantastic projects and keep the students happily engaged at all times. Being a school teacher myself,with a MA degree in school administration, I highly recommend this preschool as the best around. I am very picky and this school.always cared for my children at all times. Thank you Playschool Atherton, we ❤️ love you.
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June 2023 by Alyson B.
When we moved to the area, I consulted a few early childhood education and development experts from Stanford to find the best play based program I could for my son. Playschool was at the top of the list. Seeing my son's growth and development over the past two years, I can see why it came so highly recommended. While he started off shy and quite he has grown into a confident child who loves to play with his school friends and comes home excited to tell us what he learned that day. He has grown so much, personally, socially, and academically. The class sizes are small and the teachers are so loving and creative. He will be heading off to kindergarten this fall completely prepared for his next adventure. Our daughter starts this September in Playschool's two-day program and I am confident her experience will be just as positive as her brother's.
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June 2023 by Monica W.
We are so grateful our son got to attend Playschool and their Practice & Play parent participation program. This has been a wonderful experience for him and I know it will help him seamlessly transition to the pre-school environment. He was always so excited to go to this school on Monday afternoons and loved seeing his teacher, Teacher Selena! She was absolutely amazing with all the kids in this program and made all the activities so fun. I knew right away this was the best place for Landon to be around other kids and have a lot of fun. I can't say enough positive things and would highly recommend this school to any parent.
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May 2023 by Lindsay W.
Our family has been attending Playschool since 2019 and we've absolutely loved it. The teachers lead with play and encourage confidence, friendship, imagination, creativity and a love of academic learning. Our son and daughter are one year apart in school and have different personalities and learning styles. Both have thrived in their Playschool classrooms. Their teachers have offered us great insight into their unique characters and gave thoughtful advice on how to support their development. We adore the entire staff. Our son starts kindergarten next year fully prepared and confident in his ability to learn new things. We are going to miss this little school with its awesome staff and thoughtful curriculum. We're grateful for the important role they played in this magical season of life for both our children.Bonus: The location is also perfect- inside a beautiful park with a playground.
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May 2023 by Fah S.
We LOVE Playschool!! Our son talked about his teachers and friends every days including on weekends. At drop off he ran straight to the class room and barely looking at us while saying "Bye Bye" It's the best feeling to see our son is thrilling at school. The teachers energy is so bright and fun!! Susan, the owner is very open mined and listening to us parents needs. Their outdoor play area is one of the most beautiful ones in the area. I've been recommending Playschool to anyone I know and you should defiantly schedule the tour at Playschool.
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May 2023 by V G.
We are so lucky to have found Playschool! It was Feb 2021, after visiting many other preschools this one was recommended by our pediatrician. The moment I saw the happy, joyful children playing outside I knew this was the right place for us. My 3-year-old was a late talker and needed help coming out of his shell at school and lots of patience in separating and transitioning. He needed help building independence, learning to wear a mask (we were still in covid), speaking up when he needed something, answering questions, making friends, cleaning up, taking turns, the list goes on. If all of this came easily for your little one - you are lucky!! It did not for us. But we got the help and support we so desperately needed from Ms. Rose, Ms. Shawnta, Ms. Maria Elena, Ms. Cristina, Ms. Ferneyn and Ms. Susan!! They have each been instrumental in helping him love school, not just critical academic skills but tons of new experiences he wouldn't have had otherwise (see pictures :). In the beginning, my son was the child who wandered around during circle time, not participating and not listening. We started off with a behavioral therapist in the classroom always with the goal of no longer needing the aide. Everyone at Playschool was so supportive and caring throughout this whole journey and their feedback was key in adjusting as needed. I'm so happy and proud to say he doesn't have an aide in the classroom anymore, even doing two short presentations to class (that's HUGE for him!) and we have his nurturing teachers to thank for that.Lastly, the best part is you get a weekly newsletter loaded with fun pictures and a summary of what the kids did that week. We're excited to be graduating to kindergarten in the fall, but we're just a little sad to be leaving Playschool.
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May 2023 by a m.
Terrific place to send your kids. We sent our three year old daughter here. The prize feature is the teachers: Most have been teaching for many, many years. They know what they are doing. (Shoutout to Ms. Betsy who instilled a true love of art in our daughter!) The teachers and director seem to trust each other and have fun together. The setting is idyllic -- located in one of the most beautiful, prestigious, and well-maintained parks around. And the overall parent vibe is laid back and easy-going. Lovely preschool.
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May 2023 by Catherine B.
I love Playschool! My children have attended Playschool for the past 3 years and I cannot say enough wonderful things about this school! The staff is caring and attentive. My children have learned so much and become smart, independent and confident little people because of of their rockstar teachers. I will miss them terribly.
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May 2023 by Eleanor B.
Our family loves Playschool! My oldest went there for 3 years until kindergarten (he was so ready!), my middle son is there now, and my youngest will start this fall in the parent and me class. All the teachers are wonderful, the classrooms and play yard are great, and the park setting is so so nice. Can't recommend it enough!
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May 2023 by Nikhil P.
Playschool has awesome teachers and an amazing environment for kids! Both of our kids had a great time at Playschool. The teachers especially are exceptional!
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May 2023 by Braden H.
Both of our daughters have attended Playschool for multiple years. It's been a wonderful experience! The children love the teachers and the teachers love the children. The variety of activities is excellent. The setting (right in the middle of Holbrook Palmer park) could not be better. We love Playschool!
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December 2016 by vicky peterson
Love the teachers very carving great preschool would recommend it
