Guidepost Montessori at Emeryville

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• Miss Yvette

We have had our infant son attend guidepost for a couple months now. The staff is extraordinarily kind and deeply care about the well-being of the children. I myself am deaf, and the staff was open to using sign language in the classroom to affirm his basic language skills — that is incredible and no other daycares we toured seemed so happy to embrace our Deaf culture! Our son always gets dropped off with a big smile on his face and truly loves it here. Miss Yvette is a saint and our son loves her deeply :)

My children used to throw a full tantrum anytime I dropped them off anywhere but now they run in to their little seats and to their teachers and instructional aides. I have preemie twins and when they were in the nido room they did all the physical therapy exercises with them. I love this place

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We love Guidepost ❤️ My kid is quite sensitive and not great at advocating for himself so I was a bit worried putting him in a new environment (where he didn’t speak the language- he’s in the Mandarin immersion program), but he has absolutely blossomed in both confidence and academics. The staff are wonderful- kind and patient. And the front office is very responsive and professional about any admin issues that come up.

• Mr Miles
• Ms Sheshe
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• Ms

We’ve been part of Guidepost Emeryville for nearly two years now, and I truly can’t say enough about how wonderful this school has been for both of my daughters’ growth and development. My youngest is in Mr. Miles class with Ms. Tanya, and she absolutely loves it. The thoughtfully designed activities have significantly boosted her fine motor skills, helped her become more social, and taught her how to express her emotions in a healthy, positive way. The classroom environment is intentionally set up to nurture both physical and emotional growth, and it really shows. My older daughter is thriving in Ms. Sheshe’s English preschool program, supported by Ms. Madison and Ms. Vanessa. We’re continually impressed by how much independence she’s developed, and how the teachers meet her where she is, gently guiding her through any challenges. She looks forward to school every day and always comes home excited to share what she’s learned. Overall, we couldn’t be happier with the level of care, attention, and educational quality our daughters receive at Guidepost Emeryville. It’s a place where children are truly seen, supported, and inspired to grow.

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• Stephanie
• Shelby

Our daughter has been at Guidepost Emeryville for over a year, and we’ve had a great experience. The school has a nice mix of structure and warmth — there’s a clear routine, but the environment still feels nurturing and relaxed. The playground is bigger than most other preschools we toured, and there’s even a gym space for extra activities. The teachers (called guides) are kind, responsive, and genuinely care about the kids. Communication is solid — we get weekly updates, can chat at drop-off, and have regular conferences. If something happens, they’re transparent without oversharing. We really like how they handle conflicts calmly and respectfully. Our daughter has thrived here — her language skills took off soon after joining, and she’s become more independent. She loves the enrichment activities like cooking and art, and we always get fun pictures and updates. The parent community is friendly, and the admin team, led by Stephanie and Shelby, is super approachable and responsive. While tuition may look a bit higher than some other schools, Guidepost stays open through many holidays that others take off, so the year-round schedule actually makes the value pretty competitive. Highly recommend!

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Our son has been enrolled in the English toddler program at Guidepost for 9 months, and we could not be happier with our choice of daycare. It is a small environment, so me and my son both regularly interact with teachers from other classrooms, and it truly feels like a community. All of the staff and guides are welcoming to me and supportive of all the children. The school is pristine, and the environment in the toddler classrooms in particular is based around sound learning principles that reflect the Montessori style of education. Most important to me is the attentive care that my son receives. His lead guide, Miles Vo, is caring and thoughtful and attuned to all the children in his classroom. On those days when I feel like my child needs a little extra TLC, I can go to Miles, explain the situation, and feel confident that my son will get the extra support that he needs even outside of his home.

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• Ms Emilia
• Mr Miles
• Ms Shelby
• Ms Stephanie
• Mrs Yvette
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May 2025: A year later and we are still loving Guidepost. Ms. Emilia, Ms. Carol, Mr. Miles, Ms. Tanya, Ms. Shelby, and so many others have been amazing teachers to our precocious, rambunctious toddler. He loves his class and looks forward to school every day. The guides take such great care to nurture our toddler's curiosities, spending a great deal of time organizing events and exposing him to new words, activities, cultures, and habits every day. They spend some of their evenings and weekends as well to facilitate fun activities like movies & pizza for Parent's Night Out or summer water parties when the weather is warm. We feel so fortunate to have been introduced to this place and know that our kids are happy and healthy here. The teachers use apps to help log activities and photos, so we never miss out and get tons of updates throughout the week. Ms. Emilia sends weekly updates about our toddler's class and their focuses for the week, and Ms. Shelby send weekly updates about school happenings. Ms. Stephanie is always available to chat if we have any questions or concerns to share, and all of the guides seem to celebrate the mini milestones our kids achieve every day. --- Jan 2024: Our little one just started in the Nido infant class and is thriving! We were so worried about the transition, but Mrs. Yvette and all of the teachers are so wonderful and kind. They guided us new parents and helped make the environment so warm and welcoming for our baby. It's only week 3 but our little one is eager to go to school to see his teachers and friends!

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• Ms Emilia
• Stephanie
• Shelby
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We enrolled our 1.5-year-old child at Guidepost Montessori after attending their open house, where Stephanie and Shelby warmly welcomed us. Both were exceptionally patient, addressing all our questions and thoroughly explaining the intricacies of the admissions process. Their professionalism and clarity set the tone for what has been an outstanding experience. Throughout the admissions journey and our child’s time at the institution, Stephanie and Shelby have maintained clear and consistent communication, which we deeply appreciated. What stood out to us most was the transparency and dedication of the team. We were impressed by the clean environment, sound learning principles, and thoughtful processes in place. Guidepost even connected us with another family to provide an independent review of their teachers and educational approach, which further reinforced our confidence. Practical benefits, like fewer vacation days and the ability to transfer to other locations, added even more value. Our child is in Ms. Emilia's classroom, and the experience has been nothing short of fantastic. Before the session began, Ms. Emilia took the initiative to conduct a video interview, walking us through the classroom process and answering our questions. She, along with her assistants, Carol and Tanya, has been incredibly kind, caring, and attentive toward our child. Their pride in their work and attention to detail are evident in everything they do. This is further documented through weekly newsletters, photos, and in-person meetings, allowing us to stay connected and engaged in our child’s progress. Guidepost Montessori also excels at celebrating holidays and creating a vibrant community atmosphere. The Halloween parade was a highlight, complete with costumes, gifts, candy, and plenty of fun for the kids. Around Christmas, they hosted themed holiday weeks and shared occasional video calls to let parents see their child's classroom activities in action. We were also invited to an open house where exhibits showcased their learning process, giving us practical insights to bring those experiences home. In just three months, we’ve seen tremendous progress in our child’s growth and development. Guidepost Montessori is an exceptional place for children to learn, grow, and thrive. The dedication of the staff and the comprehensive, thoughtful approach to education make it an ideal environment for young learners.

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• Stephanie
• Shelby
• Zoey

My child has been at Guidepost in Emeryville for a about a year and a half and I couldn't have asked for a better childcare experience. As a first time mom, I had so much guilt and anxiety about entrusting my child to strangers. I researched for countless hours and toured dozens of childcare locations. When I found Guidepost, I felt so much relief. Everything met my high standards including the educational philosophy and training of the teachers, the safe and caring environment, the pristine facilities, and the frequency and thoroughness of communication and partnership between teachers and parents. Early childhood education is so important. If your child is going to be away from you for many hours each day, you want reassurance that they will be well cared for, nurtured, encouraged, and developed to their highest potential. My child has thrived here; they feel safe and secure which is the springboard to healthy development, and my child has reached so many milestones ahead of expectations by age, in part due to the Guidepost environment. I've come to view the Guidepost staff as a sort of extended family. All of the guides are fantastic, and they go out of their way to make sure each child is thriving. The administrative team of Stephanie, Shelby, and Zoey is top notch. They are some of the most professional yet compassionate people I have ever encountered. They genuinely care for the children and families enrolled. This is a warm and friendly environment for both parents and children. The parents have strong community and the children all seem to genuinely look forward to going to school each day. Guidepost is a significant investment (as most childcare is), but it's 100% worth it. Guidepost had set the childcare standard for me. 10/10 would recommend.

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• Ms Emilia

Ms. Emilia and team take good care of our daughter. She has been patient and joyful with our daughter through her transition into the school.