1784 Oakwood Ave, San Jose, CA 95124, United States
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5.0 out of 5 stars
(26 reviews)He
I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the wonderful care my daughter received during her time at your daycare, especially under the guidance of Ms. Ella. For the past year and a half, we have witnessed remarkable growth in our daughter, and we truly believe this is thanks to the nurturing and supportive environment you all provided. Ms. Ella has been an incredible caregiver, going above and beyond to ensure our daughter felt safe, loved, and encouraged every day. Her patience, kindness, and dedication are truly inspiring, and it has meant the world to us to know that our daughter was in such capable hands. From the creative activities to the gentle guidance, Ms. Ella made learning fun and helped our daughter grow in confidence, social skills, and curiosity. We feel so fortunate to have found a daycare that not only focuses on education and development but also fosters a genuine sense of community and care. Our daughter always looked forward to her time at daycare, and we will forever be thankful for the positive impact this experience has had on her.
Qian Feng
I cannot thank Ms. Ella enough for taking good care of my daughter in the past 2 years. She went to little star daycare when she was 14 months old and Ms. Ella gave lots of attention to her needs. My kid absolutely loves going to the daycare every single day, and I’ve seen amazing growth in her social and cognitive development. All the teachers are very passionate about early child care and they pay much attention to each kid’s needs. The teachers always keep regular communication with my kid on her daily activities. The environment is very loving and well-organized. I definitely recommend this family daycare!
Monica Wong
We loved our experience at Little Star and highly recommend this day care for anyone looking for both a nurturing and bilingual academically-focused place to send your children. We had four goals when we sent her to Little Star: 1. Become fluent in Chinese 2. Socialize with other kids 3. Potty Train 4. Eat a healthy varied diet While we spoke Mandarin at home, it wasn't nearly much of a habit as we'd like. It took our 4yo about 10 months, but she is now fluent and is willing to speak at home. In addition, she's learned a bunch of Tang-era poems,but and likes to sing and recite them as a way to delay going to bed. Given the pandemic, our 4yo didn't really have play dates before Little Star. So this was the first time she had to interact with other kids in various stages of development continuously. At first, she was a stickler for rules, telling other kids what to do. But eventually, she seemed to have settled into a groove, to the point where the 2.5 to 3 yos looked up to her. She did have a hot and cold relationship with another kid, but we resolved it together with Ella and her staff. We had wanted our 4yo to be potty trained by the time Pre-K rolled around, but this wasn't something we could force. She was adamant about wearing diapers to Little Star til the very last day. And on the first day of Pre-K, she miraculously just cold-turkeyed into underwear. We believe the repeated exposure of practicing potty training at Little Star helped with this. The same happened with eating lunch in front of other kids. She wasn't eating the first couple of weeks, so Ella suggested we make her a veggie smoothie for lunch. Our 4yo never went off of that, and like the potty training miraculously cold-turkeyed into eating a bento at school for pre-k. We met some of the other parents, and during the summer, they go and play in the park across the street after school. They're all very welcoming, and we have really enjoyed getting to know the community of parents & students here! Their circle time covers various topics, form the chinese zodiac, different animals, and shapes. Many of the daily videos focus on what they're learning with the afternoon photos being about their play in the afternoon. If there are any issues, Ella is pretty good about working it out with you to figure out a solution. She also has a keen eye for what's going on during the day with the kids. Her staff and she seem to like kids and generally talks to them nicely. Our kid was a bit unique in the time it took her to get adjusted (no crying, just a lot of face-scrunching). We were pretty satisfied with the entire experience, and feel like our kid not only learned a lot, got to develop in an environment we couldn't provide at home (other kids). In summary, I think it was a great experience for our 4yo and I'd highly recommend the school.
Lan Xu
My little one stayed with little star family daycare for about two years. She was super happy to go there everyday and learned so much from the engaging daily activities. Ms Ella is a great care giver. She is very patient with kids and pays close attention to their needs and feelings. She also provided healthy and yummy food for lunch and snack. And she always kept the place clean and safe. Kids daily activities were also recorded and shared via app conveniently. The location is also a bonus. There is a park across the street. We had lots of good times there with other kids from the same daycare. We were so lucky to get into this family daycare. Highly recommended.
Tracy Lin
Little Star Daycare is truly fantastic! My daughter had a wonderful experience here! Ms. Ella does an exceptional job caring for children and fostering a loving environment for kids to play and grow up. The classrooms feel friendly, lively and fun. My daughter is always engaged with drawing, story time, crafting, learning alphabetics, numbers and more. As the first- time parents, we are concerned about how our kid doing at the school. Ms.Ella does great job in communication. She keeps us informed and satisfied with regular updates and photos, which always brighten our day. We would highly recommend Little Star to the parents who are searching for a nurturing and loving environment for their kids!
Alisha Chou
The teachers at Little Star are very kind and nice, and the environment is exceptionally clean! The lunches are nutritious and plentiful, and my kids love them. The quality of the bilingual teaching is excellent; they teach basic English and literacy daily, not just Mandarin. The Montessori methods also help the children develop their ability to work independently. My daughter has been very healthy and happy during her two years here, and we're really sad she has to leave for kindergarten.
Yajin Chen
My daughter started attending this family daycare when she was just 1.5 years old, and it has been an incredibly positive experience for our family. The teacher is nurturing, attentive, and clearly dedicated to the children in her care. My daughter is happy every day she goes there, which speaks volumes about the environment and care provided. Not only is she well cared for, but she is also learning and growing in so many ways. I've noticed a significant improvement in her language skills and she has been exposed to a variety of activities that stimulate her development. I highly recommend this family daycare to any parent looking for a warm, caring environment where their child can thrive. We are so grateful to have found this place!
ping chen
Little Star Montessori family daycare has been an exceptional environment for both my older son, who is now four years old, and my younger daughter, who is two and a half years old. With its team of three dedicated teachers, the daycare has provided a rich and nurturing learning experience. The teachers' commitment to education and care is truly commendable. The combination of excellent teaching, well-balanced nutritious meals, and a stimulating recreational environment has had a profound impact on our children's development. My son, who was once a bit reserved, has blossomed into a more active and social child, thanks to the engaging activities and interactions with his peers. Moreover, our younger daughter has greatly benefited from the structure and discipline instilled at Little Star Montessori. It's heartwarming to see her growing into a more organized and responsible young child. We are immensely grateful for the invaluable role this daycare has played in our children's lives, and we wholeheartedly appreciate the dedication and quality of care that the staff provides. Little Star Montessori is truly a beacon of early childhood education and development.
Ziwei Zhao
My daughter spent ~15months in Little Star. She grew up quickly during the stay. Nice teachers, clean environment and great food everyday! More importantly, she learned a lot of social skills with kids around her. She also built up a regular food and sleep schedule in school. Water table and handicraft are the most favorite activities. I have recommended little star to quite a few neighbors and friends, they all share positive feedback and appreciate teachers' hard work taking care of kids.
LI MA
I’m definitely recommend this day care for everyone. My son has been here for almost a year and grown so much. He loves going here. All the teachers are very friendly and responsible. Clean environment and nice food. You can not go wrong with here, it is a great school.