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November 2025 by Jen Hassel
We absolutely loved this preschool. Good Samaritan preschool was truly a blessing in our lives. The teachers are loving and attentive. They make every child feel safe, valued, and cared for, it's a family. The office staff goes above and beyond to help with all your preschool needs and more. The moment you walk through the doors you can feel the warmth. We are so grateful that we were a part of this preschool community. My family highly recommends this preschool for anyone who wants to feel apart of the community. It's a blessing knowing your child is safe, loved, and is exploring the true meaning of learning and friendship.
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October 2025 by lysha mk
I was a former student here many years ago, and while some of the staff were kind and supportive, there was a teacher named Miss Mazlyn (or Miss Lyn) who was psychologically abusive towards her students. She would punish us by making us sit in time-out corners, and she would pull our ears and hair. Many other students and I will never forget the abuse we experienced at this school. Despite this, I am still grateful for the few good teachers who made a positive impact on our lives. This review should be a reminder for pre-schools to do a serious background check on the individual they tend to hire. Again as a community schools need to do a better job in protecting children, and keeping them away from dangerous situations. Please do better next time schools.
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October 2025 by Roberta Wolfson
There aren't enough words to express how grateful I am that Good Samaritan Preschool exists! Since I enrolled my eldest child back in 2022, I've watched her learn, grow, and thrive under the nurturing care of so many amazing teachers and staff. The school offers regular gym activities, Chinese lessons, music and dance classes, and even extra special programming during the summer months (foam parties! bounce houses! bike days! it's fun galore!). When it came time to find childcare for my second child, there was no question that I'd be enrolling him in GSP. Within the first two weeks of starting, he developed so many skills, just from being immersed in such a stimulating, interactive, and supportive environment!
The front desk staff are professional and friendly, the teachers go above and beyond to educate the children in creative and fun ways, and the broader network of parents is close-knit and mutually supportive. In fact, we have made many friends with other GSP families and often arrange playdates even outside of childcare hours, just because my children miss their classmates so much! I trust this community whole-heartedly to be my children's home away from home. Every staff member here is committed to caring for the whole child, and the GSP community really feels like a family.
This place is a real gem, and I cannot recommend it enough to anyone who is looking for a loving, nourishing place for their child to grow in the crucial years of early childhood!
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October 2025 by Jessica Marie Cortez
Good Samaritan Preschool is nothing short of phenomenal! From the very first day, it was clear that this is more than just a preschool, it’s a warm, nurturing community where children are truly seen, loved, and supported. The teachers are extraordinary,patient, kind, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education. They meet each child exactly where they are, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and confidence in the most thoughtful ways.
Our son is only 2, and we are amazed at how much he has already learned in such a short time. He comes home singing new songs, practicing the days of the week, and showing us little things he picked up throughout the day. Watching his language skills and confidence grow has been such a joy, and it’s clear that the teachers are pouring love and intentionality into every activity.
The classrooms are bright and welcoming, and you can feel the joy and care the moment you walk through the doors. What really sets Good Samaritan apart is how intentional the staff is about creating a safe and inclusive environment. Every child is valued, and families are made to feel like true partners in the learning journey. Communication is excellent, and I always feel reassured knowing how his day went.
Choosing Good Samaritan Preschool has been one of the best decisions we’ve made as parents. It’s rare to find a place where toddlers are not only cared for but also inspired to grow and thrive. If you’re looking for a preschool where your little one will be loved, encouraged, and celebrated every step of the way, this is the place.
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October 2025 by Lucy Gong
Both my kids have been to Good Sam (one is still there; one has graduated). I looked at various schools prior to deciding on Good Sam, and I’m confident I made the right choice! The teachers are amazing, and you truly feel they care about your child. It’s also small enough that your kid (and you) know all the teachers quickly, no matter what class they normally teach. The class sizes are also smaller than a lot of other locations, and every class has its own individual classroom and outdoor space, which is really nice.
For those <2 years old, you get a detailed daily report (milk, meals, diaper changes). For those 2 and above, separate gym and music classes are done weekly with a dedicated PE and music teacher. At 3 and above, an optional Mandarin class is also offered, and my older child actually learned a lot from it! They also start doing rotations such as Spanish, social studies, etc, so they start learning about a variety of topics. For all ages, you get frequent photos and videos sent on the Brightwheel app to keep you updated. In the summer, they have a daily schedule with fun activities that include things like various dress up themes, water play, bike day, and different activities on campus (foam party, magic show, petting zoo, etc). It’s a blast for the kids!
When my older child started elementary school, I actually again visited some other schools that would have been more convenient for now a daily two location drop off and pick up, but in the end, we still elected to keep our younger one at Good Sam. There’s a sense of warmth and community here that I couldn’t find anywhere else!
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October 2025 by Jonathan Su
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Good Samaritan! Both of our children have been thriving here, and we feel so fortunate to have found such a warm, nurturing environment for them.
The teachers genuinely care about each child's development and take the time to understand their individual personalities and needs. We receive regular updates throughout the day, which gives us such peace of mind while we're at work. The curriculum is engaging and age-appropriate, with a great balance of learning, play, and creativity.
The facility is always clean and well-maintained, and we appreciate how seriously they take safety and health protocols. Our kids are excited to go each morning and come home happy, which tells us everything we need to know!
We highly recommend Good Samaritan to any family looking for quality care. Thank you to all the wonderful staff for everything you do!
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September 2024 by Edith Sutterlin
All 3 of my grandchildren have attended this preschool. Now only the youngest, who has been here since infancy, still attends, as the middle child has just started Kindergarten.
Good Sam Preschool has given both the 3rd grader and kindergartener good foundations for school. Not only academic preparation, but also the social and emotional basis to succeed in classroom and playground relationships.
The school age summer program helps cover summer weeks when parents need backup care.
I highly recommend this preschool.
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September 2024 by Laura Jileta
We've had an incredible experience at Good Sam Preschool! Our son has been here since he was 8 months old and is now 5 years old, and our daughter started at the same age as well. From day one, we’ve been so happy with the care and attention our children receive.
The daycare strikes a perfect balance between providing structure and maintaining a warm, family-like atmosphere. The student-to-teacher ratios are fantastic, ensuring that each child gets the attention they need. What I love most are the engaging activities they offer – from music and PE to even Mandarin classes, they truly go above and beyond.
The teachers are so warm and caring with our kids, and I always feel completely at ease leaving them there, knowing they're in such safe and capable hands. If you’re looking for a daycare where your children will thrive, I highly recommend Good Sam Preschool!
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August 2024 by Helen Ahn
My 2 kids have gone to good sam since they were 2-3 months old. The teachers are really good. They genuinely care about the kids and show them a lot of love. The kids do cute crafts for special occasions (like Mother's and Father's day), and during the summer they have fun activities like water play, a petting zoo, bouncy house, etc. The older classes also learn a lot about letters of the alphabet, days of the week, and playing nicely with friends :) Highly recommend
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February 2024 by Lina P.
This is my experience as mom with a child in the infant room that still haunts me to this day . I witnessed on two occasions children being forced to go to sleep on the crib. Another occasion the teacher picked up the child and slammed them on her lap, because the child did not want to go to sleep. The infants are in a small room for more than 6 hours a day with no outside play which they lie to parents about . The only outside access is through the back door which is gated. All of these concerns which I immediately voiced to the director , all too which she responded " yes I have noticed the teacher being over whelmed by teacher turnover in that room" . " she needed to catch her in the act " . Please take the time to really look around and see what's really happening there. I pulled my child out immediately .
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September 2023 by Jay Hua
Not sure what triggered Marie Jin in one of the other reviews…. But my daughter loved the teachers she had for the past 5 years. Especially the TATOOED admins who would yell “Good morning ! Do you want a sticker?” every morning, like yeah how RUDE!! (This last part was sarcasm btw). Maybe that other parent shouldn’t judge a book by it’s cover? Much love and respect for my daughters teachers!
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April 2022 by Ashley M.
We LOVE Good Sam! My son is 15 months old, and has attended GSP since he was 10 months old. A few things that made us choose GSP were that the infant/young toddler classes are relatively small AND they group the babes by age/ability rather than putting 6 week - 2 year olds in the same classroom. This really set GSP aside from other places we toured. That along with the super responsive and friendly admin folks + the glowing recommendation we received from a friend made this a no brainer. And what keeps us loving GSP is how happy my little guy is. When I say "it's time to go to school" in the morning he excitedly runs to the door and says "go go." He comes home with a bunch of new skills all the time - signing for "more" and knowing where his nose and other body parts are, etc. They use a sign in/out/billing tool called BrightStar, which allows teachers to post photos - I recently received photos of my little guy exploring a "sandbox" made of ground cheerios (taste-safe sensory play FTW!), and one with a live duckling in the class. The admin staff is clear in the their communication with parents, teachers are happy (they all know my babe by name, even if they don't interact with him every day), and other parents are friendly. I highly recommend GSP! Your babe will thank you. :)
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October 2020 by Elizabeth K.
My son started here when he was 6 months old - 27 months and the love and genuine warmth of the staff has significantly impacted his emotional growth and development. My personal belief is that from infantry to toddlerhood the most important factor is emotional awareness, understanding, and support of those unknown feelings. My son is so happy all the time, super social, and loves to participate in all activities. It may be personality, but the fact that he remembers all his teachers'/friends' names and fun activities he enjoyed with them reinforces the genuine warmth he felt from the staff at Good Samaritan. I love their intimate setting with the kids (not too spacious) so it encourages teachers to be more attentive to all the kids. They don't have big sized classrooms, so my son has always had lots of attention from his teachers and of course it helps improve his overall attentiveness. We moved from San Jose to Orange County which is the reason why we had to depart, but I would love to have stayed at the same school because he definitely considers the GS staff his second family. I've physically toured 6 different daycares in Northern CA and 6 different daycares in Southern CA, and I can't say that I've felt more kindness and genuine love for the kids than at Good Sam Preschool. I highly recommend to any parent!
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March 2020 by Angie Bush
My kids have both attended Good Sam Preschool and they couldn't be happier. My son was there last year and my daughter is a current student. I was concerned with my son's development last year after moving across the country. We worked closely with his teacher to make sure he was ready for Kindergarten, even though he has a summer birthday and would barely turn five before starting Kindergarten. Based on his teacher's recommendation and the recommendations of the director and assistant director, we enrolled him in Kindergarten this year and he has thrived! We appreciate that they took the time to watch his development and make sure that he was ready for Kindergarten.My daughter is currently attending preschool at Good Sam as well. Although she is only part time, she has made several good friends in her class and always comes home talking about what she did in school each day. We love that she is so happy there!
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March 2020 by Elizabeth Yin
My kids attended this school when they were just a few weeks old through a couple years old and loved it! The teachers are incredibly kind and caring and the administration is organized and fantastic! The GSP community overall -- through dinners and events -- is great.For my second child, I even commuted for about *2 hrs* each day just so that my kid could attend this school.Highly recommend!
