GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Hours

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Licensing visits on record

California records 0 routine inspection visits and no visits prompted by a complaint to GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER.

Amenities and accessibility

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How the reviews split

The 4.9 average comes from 20 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

• 5 star18
• 4 star1
• 3 star1
• 2 star0
• 1 star0

From Google

Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  I feel very at ease leaving my 21-month-old here. He still gets a little anxious at drop-off sometimes, but the staff are incredibly caring and always make sure both he and I are doing okay. I love receiving photos throughout the day and seeing all the fun activities they have planned. It’s clear that the children are engaged, well cared for, and having a great time. We’ve had a wonderful experience so far.

  Kate SawtellJun 12, 2026
• ★★★★★

  Our daughter started GB's caterpillar room mid-March and quickly fell in love with her teachers and school. The communication is great, we love the structure and hands on learning, and I notice the staff is really diligent about safety and sanitizing. Our toddler is actually excited for school and seems happy and relaxed in the environment. Yes, we have to make sure to pack her lunch for each day, but for our family that's been a small adjustment as we already bring our own work lunches most days. I was very worried about starting the new childcare setup, but 100% it has been a good fit for our family these three months. I consider us lucky for being able to transition in when we did this year.

  Savannah AlvarezJun 11, 2026
• ★★★★★

  Great Beginnings Early Child Care was an absolute blessing for our family. After two difficult childcare experiences, we were nervous about trying another school. From the moment we met Jillian, Ms. Maria, and the rest of the staff, we knew we had finally found the right place for our daughter, Mazlyn. This school provides the perfect balance of love, nurturing, and education. Every day we could tell that Mazy was genuinely cared for. She came home excited to tell us about the foods she tried, the plants she grew in the garden, and the insects she discovered with her classmates. The kindergarten-ready lessons and enrichment activities exceeded all of our expectations. We were also impressed by the continual improvements to the classrooms and learning environment. It was obvious that the children always come first. The graduation celebration was simply incredible. The photo albums, keepsakes, artwork, memory binders, decorations, and thoughtful details showed how much time and love the staff poured into making the day special. Watching the children sing in their graduation gowns brought many of us to tears. Great Beginnings gave our daughter confidence, friendships, wonderful memories, and a love of learning. We will forever be grateful to Jillian, Ms. Maria, Ms. Janet, and the entire team for making this such a wonderful year. We cannot recommend Great Beginnings highly enough.

  Permanent Jewelry MontereyJun 1, 2026
• ★★★★★

  My husband and I walked into Great Beginnings Early Learning Center a little unsure when our daughter started at 18 months, but it has truly been one of the best decisions we’ve made. From the very beginning, the staff made us feel so comfortable and welcomed—they are all incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely care about the children. The environment is bright, engaging, and full of opportunities for creative play. Our daughter immediately gravitated toward the variety of toys and activities, and it’s been so special to see her light up during things like playdough time, music, and interactive learning. A special thank you to Ms. Rosa, whose bilingual (Spanish-speaking) support has made such a meaningful difference in our transition. Since our daughter’s primary language is Spanish, followed by Portuguese and then English, having someone who can communicate with her so naturally has been incredibly reassuring. Ms. Rosa has been so supportive, patient, and nurturing—we are truly grateful for her. We are extremely happy with Great Beginnings Early Learning Center and grateful for the care and support they provide our family.

  Fatima CostantinoApr 8, 2026
• ★★★★★

  My son has been at Great Beginnings for a year now, but several months in it was very clear that he was flourishing so much there. He started at 2 years old with very limited vocabulary, but within a few months he was very talkative. The staff has always been very kind and attentive. It can be uneasy to be away from your child at such a young age, but we always know he is in good hands there. There is a variety of activities for the kids to do, all while balancing learning and play. My son always usually comes home in a good mood after spending the day there. We highly recommend Great Beginnings!

  Alexa DelacruzAug 12, 2025
• ★★★★★

  My daughter has thrived at Great Beginnings. As a single mom, I need all the support I can get and Great Beginnings has definitely helped me and my kiddo through the last year. The teachers are caring and knowledgeable, and I really appreciate their unique approach to each child’s development. Couldn’t be happier to see my child grow at this center! 🥰

  Megan DunhamAug 4, 2025

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.