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July 2025 by Amelia Grover
Happy Time is a magical place! Kids can learn to become comfortable and love who they are, surrounded by a supportive and loving community invested in creating safe places for children to learn and explore. Happy Time was more than just a preschool, it was/is a family!
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July 2025 by Michael DiTomasso
This is a great preschool!!! My kids loved it when they were enrolled. I had a fun time volunteering while my kids were there. :) Their favorite memories are when the school hosted parties and fundraising auctions. Teacher Amy is a rock star 🌟
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July 2025 by Linnea Rye
I am so thankful we found Happy Time Preschool! I loved volunteering in my daughter's classroom and the community there was incredible. We were new to the area when we started and everyone was so welcoming. It truly is a gem 🌟
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July 2025 by Kelsey Holmes
Absolutely love the HappyTime community. I went myself in the early 90s, and my nephews attend now. Supportive and creative play, and the kids are learning early classroom behaviors.
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July 2025 by Jamie San Giovanni
We absolutely loved Happy Times! My son was 3 going on 4 and it was his first preschool experience. He went Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 12. Teacher Amy was splendid from the start. Maverick would not let me go the first or second day and Amy was able to take him and distract him. Within a few minutes she had him smiling and playing with the other kids. She was kind enough to send pictures as soon as he stopped crying so I would know he was fine. The Co-Op life was fun! I volunteered in the classroom which was an eye opening experience. Its a great way to meet the other parents, know what's expected of the kids (very little besides being respectful of each others space) and learn how to better parent my kid. I would recommend Happy Times to anyone looking for a preschool as long as you're aware a Co-Op means your expected to pitch in some time and effort to keep the school running. Nothing outlandish. Wish we could have had Teacher Amy and Jessica forever!
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June 2025 by Denise Woods
Happy Time lives up to its name 😁 The teachers create such an attuned, creative and loving environment for kids to explore and play. My daughter has thrived in so many ways this year being a part of this community of caring families.
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June 2025 by Erin Chamberlain
We are the parents of two children and did not know which preschool to choose from when our older son reached the age of enrollment. We looked into several preschools within the Five Cities area and several in San Luis Obispo (we were willing to travel farther if it meant the right jump start into our son's education). I am a physician and my husband is an engineer and we both are familiar with traditional forms of higher education but I knew nothing about early childhood education. Ultimately, we liked the idea of a play-based model because why not make school fun? We decided on Happy Time and couldn't be happier with our son's experience. Amy, the school's director and teacher, has deep expertise in child development and early childhood education. She is also an expert in kindness, compassion, and insight. We just finished his first school year, and our son will be the first to say how much he loved it. We are thrilled and plan to keep both our children there until they graduate to Kindergarten.
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June 2025 by Breanne Lyn
Happy Time is more than just a preschool, it is family. Our daughter had the best year there this year and one can overstate just how incredible the staff and families are that volunteer here. The children benefit so much from the hands on learning while being free to explore whatever they desire be it on the great playground, the art room, quiet room, etc. Cannot recommend enough!
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May 2025 by Katy Russell
I was a student here and now my boys have attended! I love the social/emotional learning, focus on play, and how involved the parents are. It’s a lovely community.
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September 2023 by Adria Harrison
Happy time has been such a joy to attend. I have watched my son go from apprehension to new situations and people, to being curious and willing to try new things. Because of the play based learning approach at the school, he has come out of his shell in such a short amount of time. He has grown both socially and emotionally. The teachers are loving and kind and know just how encourage each child to grow based on individuality. It is comforting leaving your child with teachers and a group of parent helpers that share the same values and joy in watching little minds thrive in an environment that encourages kids to be kids and to learn through play.A co-op preschool is a special place. One where family involvement in the school is a way of life. We all work together to make the little school run. From cleaning and maintenance to fundraising, every single person has something to offer. We LOVE Happy Time and wouldn’t have it any other way!
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September 2023 by Jenna Webb
Happy Time is so wonderful. The goal is to let children be themselves- learning through playing! I love getting the chance to be in the classroom (but it’s not required). The teachers are supportive, creative, and kind. It’s a great way to meet other families too.
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August 2023 by Jennifer Hinthorne
We have loved our experience at Happy Time as a family! This is a true community- with lots of ways to get to know other families and to be a part of the school. The teachers are kind, and care deeply for each child. We value the play-based approach in letting the kids be kids- explore, create, and learn to work/play with others. My son was always excited for a school day. The facilities/materials are well cared for and maintained. Truly a wonderful place for a kid to start their school journey!
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August 2023 by Angelica Cuellar Ottman
We are a proud Happy Time family. Two of our boys have attended this magical place and we are true believers of the Learn through Play philosophy. Our two boys could not be more different and this special school helped each grow in their own way. Our older introverted shy guy is now a star at his elementary school with many friends. Our middle hot-tempered guy can manage his emotions. If you are looking for a preschool, look no further than Happy Time!
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August 2023 by Rachel Milne
Our family loves Happy Time. The Co-op experience has been wonderful. We feel like we are a part of our child’s education. The play to learn approach has been very beneficial for our child and helps embrace kids natural learning abilities.
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August 2023 by Jenna W.
Cooperative preschool. Parents can volunteer inside the classroom for a reduced tuition. It's such a magical time with 3/4 year olds. Lovely as a Mom to spend time with my child in this setting. Great way to meet other families. Teacher Neita (retired) and Teacher Amy (current director) are just amazing, kind, creative teachers who teach learn through play. My children have learned how to play with other children and how to express their (complicated) emotions. Just love it!
