Kiddie Cottage Spanish Immersion Daycare & Preschool Croner Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025

"I struggle to find all of the right words to express how amazing Kiddie Cottage is. Alejandra is truly one of a kind! Upon meeting her you can immediately tell she has a wealth of knowledge around childcare and child development. She made me feel so at ease leaving my little guy in her care. My son has learned and continues to learn so much from her and her team. If you’re lucky enough to get a spot, don’t hesitate! It’s been the best decision we made for childcare!"

"I'm not sure if there are words to encapsulate just how thankful I am to Alejandra and Kiddie Cottage. As every parent knows, trusting someone else with your most precious asset is a hard decision, and there are many considerations to take into account. Before starting, we had a good feeling based on the rave reviews from other families who had worked with Ale when she was a nanny, but she has made this a truly special place for kids to grow and thrive. Kiddie Cottage provides enrichment throughout the day including story time, creative art projects, and music play. Ale has worked hard to create an inviting atmosphere: inside includes Montessori inspired toys and games, and outside is a dream with swings, climbing areas, and push cars. In addition, Kiddie Cottage provides healthy and balanced breakfast/lunch/snacks, which is a win for my baby in eating way more exciting food than she'd get at home, and for parents as a huge timesaver in the mornings! Updates and photos are provided through an app, and I trust them implicitly to provide the absolute best care for my child. Ale and Marina are both magical, and they're looking to hire more staff once the larger license is secured. My baby started around 7 months and was a classic pandemic child - high levels of separation anxiety, not much socialization outside of the home, and in need of a lot of care and attention. A home daycare has been the perfect fit for our family, given the close knit atmosphere and the exposure to different ages. It's been so rewarding to see her interact with others, try to keep up with the big kids, and explore new surroundings. Ale thoughtfully keeps us updated, accommodates special requests when possible, and truly feels like a member of our family. We couldn't be happier with Kiddie Cottage and highly recommend this daycare/preschool. Thank you endlessly Alejandra, for everything you do!"

"I’ve known Ale for over 15 years and I’ve seen how wonderful and kind and knowledgeable she is with children. As a long time preschool teacher myself I recognize a gifted teacher when I meet one."

"Ale has been absolutely wonderful with our daughter and constantly impresses me with her knowledge of children and childcare. She is supportive, helpful, and kind - and would be my first choice for a daycare provider if we still lived in the area."