This is my daughter’s third year at Sunshine Playschool and I couldn't be happier with our experience. From the moment we walked through the doors, we were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm by the staff. The teachers at Sunshine are truly remarkable individuals who go above and beyond to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for the children.
One of the things that impressed me the most is the emphasis on social-emotional development at Sunshine Playschool. The teachers create a safe and inclusive space where children learn important life skills such as empathy, cooperation, and problem-solving. I’m extremely proud of the self-confidence and social skills that my daughter gained during her time at Sunshine.
I also deeply appreciate how Sunshine Preschool integrates social justice and history into their typical preschool lessons. Through age-appropriate books, discussions, and activities, the teachers introduce concepts of fairness, equality, and diversity. They celebrate cultural holidays and teach about influential figures from various backgrounds, helping the children develop a broader understanding of the world around them. It's heartwarming to see my daughter engaging with these important topics and beginning to develop a sense of empathy and social responsibility at such a young age.
Overall, I wholeheartedly recommend Sunshine Preschool to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching environment for their child. The teachers are truly exceptional, and I am grateful for the positive impact they have had on my daughter's early childhood education.
~Yasya, El Sobrante
Both of our children attended Sunshine Playschool. Sage and Micah both thrived at Sunshine Playschool. The environment that the Sunshine Playschool teachers create is truly wonderful and our children really thrived while attending. As parents we felt (and still feel) really lucky to have found such a wonderfully attentive, caring, and kid-centric pre-school. Micah tells us that his days spent at Sunshine “Go by really fast”. The care and attention that the teachers give to the kids at Sunshine Playschool is top-rate. They are so good at making the kids feel special and heard.
We’ve also been pleased at the overall community-centric nature of the school. We’ve always found it easy to connect with the other parents and have made some lifelong friends at Sunshine!
~Ben, El Sobrante
"... Every day [our children] say that their favorite part of the day is going to school. The inside and outside play areas are awesome, and it's the perfect size for preschoolers: not too many kids, not too few kids. There is a low student to teacher ratio, and most importantly every one of the teachers is incredibly patient and kind.
... This is a warm, nurturing, stimulating place, and it has really helped me feel totally confident that my kids are in good hands.... There are frequent field trips, potlucks, and children's birthday parties, so we feel like we've gotten to know the families here much more than we would at another school. I am consistently blown away by the teachers and the joy they bring to school.
...Children here feel safe and loved and heard and I cannot dream of a better place for my children."
~ Moira W., Pinole, CA (Yelp)
"What helped us choose Sunshine over other schools is it that it is play-based. You won't see kids mindlessly doodling on worksheets. Children are engaged in learning colors, letters and number concepts through singing, stories, art and use of manipulatives. What more, is that while children are learning the academics they are having so much fun! They really promote a love for learning. Even more important, at least in my view, is that Sunshine is creating great little citizens by continually fostering social skills such as sharing and positive conflict resolution. “
~ Renee M., El Sobrante, CA (Yelp)