3 Best Preschools in Salinas, CA

We are so grateful to Laura’s Barn for helping our child grow and develop. I would not call LB glorified babysitting in any capacity. They have planned activities throughout the day - artistic, fine motor, verbal/linguistic, sensory, and free play! They have events for parents and a friendly caring environment. I always see happy children who are kept active, and the on site managers/staff are absolutely amazing people and give updates at the end of the day and throughout the day on the Procare app. The staff are caring and attentive and they have teacher training days where staff are also educated and refined in their roles, which I think is phenomenal. Getting pictures of my kid interacting and playing with other kids and learning so much makes being a working mom possible. I really can’t imagine a better situation for our family. Thank you LB.

We love this daycare / school! At the moment, both of our children attend Laura’s barn and they love it too. It’s great having the ability to check in on the kids via an app at any time and get a timely response. Daily photos, daily schedules of what the kids are learning, snacking on, etc. allows you to stay well informed about your kiddos day. The teachers do a great job of telling you when your child is having a rough day or just seems kind of out of it. Ms. Evelyn has been a huge help to our family by supporting us / working with us when money was tight and I can’t thank the Laura’s Barn Family enough.

Having my son enrolled in Laura’s barn has been an amazingly positive experience for myself and my child. I work remotely and do a lot of traveling here and there, and I’m always comfortable knowing that my child is being well taken care of And developing at a fast pace! The teachers and directors are very communicative concerns or questions I have regarding the center and well-being of my child. I recommend anyone that is looking for a daycare to look into Laura’s barn.

Our daughter will be starting Kinder in a public school in August, but Little Friends has done amazing work at getting her prepared and confident for her new journey. The team of teachers are very educated and also compassionate. They show each child individual attention and make sure they feel safe and validated in their feelings. My daughter has been there for about a year and a half, and in that time, she has blossomed educationally, mentally and emotionally. She has learned how to spell her name and other words, identify shapes, numbers, counting, animals, and i could go on and on. They have field trips the children attend, and they have Christmas, Easter, and Graduation Programs for the parents to see their children's progress. We love Little Friends Preschool and all of the staff there. I feel my daughter is in a safe environment where she is getting a meangingful education and also creating amazing memories. Thank you, Little Friends!

I just started working at Little Friends Preschool in September 2017 and I have the joy of being a part of the team. I taught 3 years old and I had so much fun ! We have an awesome director who loves us and the children as well. She is very loving, and has a great compassion for all children. She’s wonderfully friendly and uplifting to all with a truly loving disposition.

What a great School! I was skeptical at first about the quality of teachers and program, but was pleasantly happy with them both! My Son enjoyed it and was excited about going back the next day. I am appreciative for the Christian stories and values they instilled in him. Ms. Joanna, the director is friendly and approachable. My sons teacher Ms. Angela was firm, loving and a great teacher! I highly recommend.