Schools in Claremont, CA

“Our two boys attended the Yellow School over the span of six years and we couldn't be happier with the education and care IMS provided our children. IMS is a true, certified Montessori and watching our kids' growth under their care has been impressive and joyful. Mrs. Mitchell and her team truly attend to the individual needs of the students and provide much needed socio-emotional learning in addition to standard educational curriculum. They handled the challenges of the pandemic impressively, balancing health and safety considerations with educational and developmental needs. I felt complete confidence in their care of our children. We are so grateful we found IMS and that our kids had such a great start to their education.”

“Both of my children have attended ECC since they were babies, one graduated and headed on to elementary school and my younger is in his final year. Our family has appreciated the excellent care our kids have received for nearly nine years. The teachers are warm and caring, and develop strong relationships with the children. Kristy, who has been running ECC for many years as the director, is responsive, attentive and a pleasure to work with.ECC teachers enjoy the work they do, and plan engaging and enriching activities. They do lots of age appropriate activities every day: arts and crafts, singing, reading stories, outside/inside free play, walks, circle time where they focus on letter and number recognition and for the older preschool classes Spanish Circle. There's a good mix of activities and my kids have had fun while developing skills that prepare them well for the transition to kindergarten.I'd highly recommend ECC to any parents looking for daycare or preschool for their kids. They do a fantastic job and create a warm, welcoming and caring environment for the kids and parents alike.”

“We were very nervous about putting our 3 year old daughter in school, she had no experience being in a daycare or grandparents care and had always been home with me especially during the pandemic. CBNS came highly recommended by our neighbor whose 4 kids went through the programs and thrived. CBNS was the first school we visited and we felt comfortable right away. We saw a lot of improvements in our daughter, not only academically but emotionally and socially. The school helped tremendously with her transition becoming a big sister and communication with the teachers couldn't be easier. They truly care and nurture each of the students. Our daughter is excited to go to school everyday to see her friends and teachers. She is also looking forward to all the school events such as the Christmas program, Leprechaun hunt and Easter egg hunt. She always comes home happy and excited to go back!”

“I am so thankful that I have found this preschool. It is the most affordable and flexible childcare I have found in this area, and my son seemed to enjoy being here. They are also very helpful with potty training. I recommend this preschool 100%.”

“I needed engraving done on a special knife my son was giving to my husband, his dad on my son's wedding day. Rob was very prompt in my inquiry response, very pleasant to speak with, and made getting this done very simple. His price is outstanding, and my son had a seamless process getting this need met, and it turned out FANTASTIC!! Thank you, Rob!”

“I have been sending our daughter to this school since she was 2 years old. My experience with this school has been very positive. The teachers are very attentive, create creative and fun ways to keep the children engaged, and the small classroom sizes also help tremendously to make sure you child is tended to educationally and emotionally the entire time they are at the school. Through their app, they kept me updated on my child's progress with pictures and notes. However, it was how they handled the pandemic that convinced me that the price tag was worth it. They immediately implemented an organized covid protocol, hired a nurse, gave each child their own personal school supply kit, offered on-site covid testing, and even started offering the covid vaccine to their students this year. Their protocol was so good, my kid only got sick once the entire 3 years she attended Seedling (and it was just a cold, not covid). After the Uvalde tragedy, the school immediately sent out an email with a detailed emergency protocol. It really put my mind and heart at ease that this school has already thought through all the worst case scenarios. Their philosophy on what is important aligns with mine. The children at that school, from my observation, appear to be well behaved and well adjusted. And my kid's bestie from that school is probably one of the sharpest kids I have met. Also my kid, who just turned 5 six days ago, has learned so much that she can already read the Step 1 books, and count to over 100. I was so impressed that it made it easy for me to decide to put her in Foothill this year, and my younger daughter will also be starting Seedling this year.I know the price tag is high, and it is very important to examine all the details for anything pricey. For me, there is no more important investment than my childrens' education, and it is probably the only thing I will never feel guilty for splurging on. Our original plan was to move to a better school district (which will inevitably come with higher property taxes, another mortgage), and we decided our money would be better spent at a private school who will assure that 100% of my money will go to fostering the interpersonal and academic growth of my children to assure they will be able to achieve their maximum potential.”

“I couldn't say enough about this wonderful preschool! After touring several other schools in the area, I knew this was the one the moment walked through the gate. The play yard is beautiful! You see butterflies flying around, there are gardens that the children help grow, and there is lots of space to play and explore. Each classroom is beautiful! They are all so unique, creative and very clean. My children didn't want to leave and loved it immediately! Both of my children attended the Preschool and every teacher that we have had there has been exceptional! All the staff are so genuine and kind. They educated, show professionalism and truly invest themselves into every child. Jeri, the Director has so much knowledge. She is a wonderful resource if you need any advice, and is always happy yo help. Her passion for children really shows. She genuinely cares for each child, and truly wants the best for them. We really loved the school's learning through play approach, and my children have gained so much from going there. They both grew in ways that I had never had expected or imagined! The Preschool at CUMC is a true gem, and I'm so thankful that we found it!”

“Honestly a pretty nice school and campus! I don't know too much about the teaching itself but they have one of the top choral programs in the nation if not in the world. It is in a very safe community and their sports program is good. Otherwise that's about as much as I know.”