Schools near Corona Del Mar, CA

“We love Waldorf education and at Waldorf School of Orange County the College of Teachers, the Board and the Staff are dedicated to a good educational experience in the Waldorf pedagogy. Many of the teachers are amazing. My child was blessed to travel the grades with Brooke Natzke and that experience was amazing. I can't recommend a more qualified person. My are having a great experience with Mrs Schwarz in the grades now for our next child. Our daughter is attending Waldorf High School and has found many of the teachers to be very supportive and helpful. She found her passion because of the championing of her Earth Science Teacher.”

“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.”

“I am delighted with Deecyda! The staff are genuinely caring, professional, and dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for the children. My child looks forward to daycare daily and has shown remarkable social skills and learning growth. The activities are well-planned, diverse, and engaging, ensuring the kids learn something new and exciting. Their place is clean, safe, and welcoming, providing peace of mind for parents. I highly recommend Deecyda any parent looking for a top-notch home daycare for their child!”

“I found this school through Yelp. And I do not regret 1 day of enrolling my daughter. The school is simply amazing. The entire staff is really professional, they give a lot of love and are extremely available. The environment is safe, clean, healthy and happy. Our daughter throve and learnt a lot in all these years at Newport ave preschool. Today she had preK graduation and we felt grateful for having her at Newport Ave Preschool. A. Cargnelutti”

“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!!”

“The best preschool ever! I love Ms. Donna! Not only she’s knowledgeable with kids and early childhood education, she’s also full of love and patient with kids. She sees the individual needs while having to develop the curriculum for the whole class. Not to mention she’s giving lessons to parents for the monthly meeting to equip parents for better communication with kids. Don’t know how she did that. Simply amazing!I would recommend this school for anyone who is able to volunteer a good amount of time. It’s a co-op school, so the parents must be able to volunteer and have a ‘job’ at school.”

“The best school we've ever been! The teachers very friendly, amazing place, my daughter was been in this school since 2021 until 2023 and we have only positive emotions! Thank you for everything!”

“We had a great experience with Seashore. Sadly had to move but for our kids that was their favorite school. Perfect place if you homeschooling without the stress of wondering if they learning enough without the typical school stress of overworking kids with unnecessary information.”

“This school has been such a blessing to my daughter’s lives. It is the very program my 4 year olds needed to get out of her shell and successfully transition into her public school PK program. The staff are so caring! I cannot say enough about how much they loved my girls and treated them fairly and lovingly through all the good and bad toddler moments! I only wish my daughters can stay little forever so they can be around this school and staffing for longer!”

“We could not recommend this school enough! Our kids really love their teachers and the management is great! We are also really happy with the school's menu! We get daily reports and pictures and we can tell that our kids really like this place.”

“My two boys (2,4 yrs. old) have been attending The Learning Lab since August 2021 and we are very pleased with the entire experience. Mr. Danny is a big reason that we chose this school in the first place. During the first tour, we loved his energy and passion for education and child development. He has had a big part in creating a positive learning environment for children of different age groups. With COVID restrictions, it can be difficult to connect with a school, but Learning Lab has done a great job of communicating and fostering a healthy school/family community. The teachers are very knowledgeable and have taught my boys so much in such a short time. Also, they have been so kind and shown nothing but love for my boys. I would like to highlight Ms. Kassidy and Ms. Rozana who have been nothing short of amazing. When I pick up my boys each day, we get into the car, and they are so happy and eager to share how their day went on the drive home. There are so many creative lessons the teachers implement and it keeps the kids engaged and excited to absorb information like sponges. Another big draw to The Lab is the playground areas that they have for the children. Social development is a big part of early education. The playgrounds are expansive and allow students plenty of room to explore and interact with one another. My boys have formed many friendships with their fellow classmates and when I show up at pick up time, they are all yelling "Daddy's Here!". It is as if they are siblings to one another. We feel so connected to The Lab family and it will be sad when our time is up here and we graduate to elementary school. Thanks to Mr. Danny and all of the staff at The Learning Lab. You are our extended family.”

“After 5 years at GSP (between 2 kids), we are sad to go. We will miss the smiles from all the teachers. GSP seriously hires the best people - how do they do that?! I trust all of my kids' teachers, they all love my kids and it truly shows. Sometimes, I feel like they take care of my kids better than me! Haha...Seriously though, GSP was amazing. Their program is well thought out, their admin/operations is very organized, the teachers are all amazing (regardless of how new they are and there are a few teachers who've been there for YEARS), their tuition is reasonable. I wholeheartedly recommend this school to everyone. If you're lucky enough to get into their Infant/Toddler program, do not pass it up. They really take such good care of your kids (this is why I say sometimes I feel like they do a better job than we do!).”

“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!”

“My son has been attending this campus for the past 4 years. I can honestly say that the level of care at this facility is above the standard of every other Montessori campus we toured in Irvine. The staff is very professional and are truly passionate about the well being of all the children.”

“I am so grateful that my son attended IUCC for two years before pre-k. IUCC got him comfortable with being in a school environment, supported his interests in a way that allowed him to thrive and build confidence. He loved his teachers so much, especially Miss Priya. Everyone there truly cares about the kids. IUCC creates a safe, happy environment for the kids and I appreciate the extra diligence to keep the school clean and kids healthy, especially during cold and flu season. Highly recommended ❤️”

“I was a bit lost after graduating HS last year when a friend recomended MTS, after going through their ultrasound program I'm not only employed, but have my own place and for the first time my future look bright!”

“I am delighted to share my positive experience with Kiddie Academy daycare. My daughter has thrived under their care, benefiting from a nurturing environment that encourages developmental progress. The flexibility to move to the next age group based on individual readiness is a testament to their commitment to each child's growth. The staff's attentiveness to day-to-day activities and curriculum ensures a well-rounded experience. The availability of cameras for parental access adds an extra layer of reassurance, and after a disappointing experience elsewhere, Kiddie Academy stood out with their supportive and caring team. The immaculate facility reflects their dedication to providing a safe and clean space for children. I appreciate the peace of mind when dropping off my daughter, knowing she is in excellent hands. Overall, Kiddie Academy deserves a five-star rating for their exceptional childcare services.”

“My child has been at Manzanita two years and this is a review of the manzanita campus. This review is based on actual attendance (unlike a few negative reviews that seem to have only gone on a tour). We have loved every minute of her time at school there. Her teachers are amazing and she goes to school excited every day to learn. She has been there for pre-K and Kindergarten. Academically she has been reading above grade level and reads for fun at home. She loves math and is enthusiastic about counting by 5/10/20s, doing addition and subtraction. I had been hesitant initially because I heard through the grapevine that Annaliese students aren't as strong academically but she reads better than her older cousins and with more enthusiasm. She also sings and talks in multiple languages which has given her an enthusiasm and context for learning more about other countries and languages. She also comes home and loves to draw and create things. I love that they don't use electronics (she gets enough of that elsewhere) and the campus is MAGICAL. She spends her time surrounded by greenery which has been shown to lower stress and boost neurological development. On the emotional side, my previously perfectionist child now will say to me "we all make mistakes" and is more process oriented, focusing on working hard and achieving through effort. They learn a lot about working together and contributing to society and this has so many amazing downstream effects at home, including better sharing and improved delayed gratification. Finally the food. My child was a picky eater but has opened up her eating which I attribute so much the Anneliese. They all sit down together and eat, as opposed to having combined recess and lunch time (and not eating at all). She comes home asking for salad and potato leek soup and lots of things I'm not sure she would try otherwise. Plus I don't have to make lunch.Also a note about her teachers - some have been there long enough to have taught two generations we have been so lucky to have them. They are engaged and responsive to parental emails/calls. Mr. John who is the head administrator is a great teacher and incredibly organized and engaged. Would love it if manzanita went through grade 6!!”

“We absolutely love Heritage! My oldest son graduated last year and my youngest currently goes there. Every single one of their teachers have been outstanding! Both my boys were lucky enough to get Mrs. Tran in 3rd grade. She was teacher of the year in 2020 and it was well deserved. Loved how she kept the parents updated with pictures in Seesaw with all the fun hands on activities they were doing in class. Oh and my oldest had her when school shut down because of covid. She went above and beyond what was expected. We also love our new principal, Mrs. Smith. This is her 2nd year at our school and she has made it so fun for the kids. She never misses an opportunity to dress up and was totally cool with getting duck taped to walls and getting slimed to motivate students during our fundraisers! She brings her bunny, Coconut to school and students have opportunities to eat lunch with her and Coconut. She was also there to listen to me when I had a concern about my oldest and followed up a few days later to make sure everything was going ok. Heritage is so lucky to have her. Heritage is a sought after school. Some people move to the neighborhood just to be guaranteed a spot. The very few people who aren't happy with it should leave to make room for the long list of students who want to go there.”

“We love all the teachers here. My son has been attending since he was 18 mos old and is now almost 4 and is thriving! He's learned so much from their curriculum.”

“My daughter has been a student since she was a couple months. This facility has become such an amazing place for kids to get the early start they need to learn and prepare for kindergarten. I’m beyond grateful for every single teacher and or/staff that has been part of my daughters journey and development. You care and we notice it! We trust you! Have an amazing teacher appreciation week! Thank you so much!”

“Kiddie Academy has proven to be an excellent choice for my kids over the past six months. The environment is both fun and nurturing, providing me with complete peace of mind. The teachers genuinely care for my boys, and even those in other classes know them by name. The daily updates through the app, along with the use of cameras, further assure me that they are well-cared for. My oldest looks forward and lights up at drop-offs saying his teachers names, and my youngest is all smiles and cuddles with his teachers.To name drop since it’s well deserved! Sara, Sade, and Natalie at the front desk, Jasmine and Nadia in the threes classroom, Daniela and Jackie H in the twos classroom, Jackie T in the toddlers classroom (Can’t wait till Aedan is with you again!) and Yannete, Erica, Maird, Emily, and Lesly in the infants room have been absolutely amazing and understanding throughout our six months at Kiddie Academy. Their warmth and efficiency add an extra layer of reassurance that my babies are well taken care of. It's evident that the caring environment extends beyond the classrooms, making the overall experience truly exceptional. Looking forward to many more months and years!”

“My daughter is enrolled in the pre-k program at Kindercare Fountain Valley. They have helped her grow and mature so much. All the staff are absolutely amazing. They all work together and are friendly. My daughter learned so much since starting here. I recommend this place to anyone looking for reliable and supportive child care.”

“This school is great all around. If you decide to enroll your child infant or preschool age child you will be pleased with the teachers,staff and even the other parents. My children have been attending for more 2 years now and I have seen how smart they have become from attending. Their brains will be stimulated with the arts and crafts and the multiple variety of Montessori work materials. My youngest started here when she was only 9 months old . I was very hesitant to bring her in at such a young age. She did great ! She never cried and she was never fussy when I would pick her up , I knew she was getting the adequate naps she needed. She is now in the preschool room with Miss Ramirez and Miss Celia, they are so sweet and they helped potty train my now 2 and a half year old. My oldest daughter (4) is in Miss Camargo's classroom and she loves all the different arts and crafts they do. She also knows how to draw hearts and flowers and write her own name! If you decide to enroll your child at this Montessori your family will be pleased. This school feels like a second family!”

“After 2.5 years we we're finally accepted! Right as we send our son to pre-k. Might as well get on the waitlist when you're thinking of having a child to get them in on time. Parents, "may the odds be ever in your favor!"”

“It was a very easy process to set an appointment and I felt everyone was friendly and efficient. The results of the evaluation came in quickly. The person who read the evaluation results was very thorough and I felt very well informed after our meeting.”