Learning Ladders Preschool

We’re on our 4th year at Learning Ladders and love this sweet little school so much. My son attended 2’s - VPK and was very prepared, both academically and socially, for kindergarten. Our toddler loves her teachers and always looks forward to going to “school.” Learning Ladders has a friendly, close-knit feel amongst the teachers and parents as well as several sweet traditions, such as spirit weeks, Halloween parade, Thanksgiving feast, and a sock hop in February. Also, having summer camp in June is a huge bonus for our family.

I don't often write reviews but this is a scary place to take children. The moment you start asking questions about anything they freak out. We have been apart of this school for years and this past year it has gone down hill fast. Playgrounds are open the public while kids are playing near a very busy road.....and a public pumpkin patch. I have seen parents just walking around during the day. Families that have been there a while all know each other but if you are new it is hard to feel included. The pastors are running the school with zero background in education. We donated countless hours and materials and were treated terrible. It is the same people who rave about this school but aren't telling the truth about what is really happening and these kids are too young to communicate. Just because it once was great does not mean it is great today. I would steer clear and trust your gut. There are so many wonderful schools in the area and I would avoid this at all costs.

Review Learning ladders used to be the top and unfortunately it’s living in the past. Shelly is still trying to run the school and in turn running families and teachers out. They are not allowing the new directors to make choices! Most communications come from Angie and Shelly who have no background in education. Safety at this school is not a priority or thought. Anyone is allowed on playgrounds even when kids are playing, multiple gates are not locked, ID checks aren’t required. They have an app but not required. They have events open to public in a big open area with no security. It is so easy for children to sneak out or strangers to be on playground. This is terrifying with close access to San Jose! The teachers love the kids and are amazing but the administration/church needs to get itself together to keep kids and teachers safe and happy.

My family has been a part of this school for over 5 years now. The educators and faculty truly care about every student and family attending. My children have been excited to go to school every day and have been graduating VPK more than prepared for Kindergarten. The program here is wonderful and has a welcoming family feel to their curriculum and events.