Parent Testimonials
· Why is Sunrise Montessori special?· Why should we choose Sunrise?
· How does a Sunrise education benefit my child?
Why is Sunrise Montessori special?
Sunrise is different from other preschools because it manages to combine "academics" and "structure" with so much love and kindness.
- Michelle Montez
The love and nurturing at Sunrise Montessori help sprout roots of confidence in a child, building a strong foundation for the child to grow socially, emotionally and academically. Our daughter blossomed in every way while she was at Sunrise.
- Becky Aaronson
What is so special to me about my experience with Sunrise is that it feels more like a family than a school. In addition to the excellent education approach there is genuine unconditional love and individualized support from all of the teachers at Sunrise.
- Lauren Halverson
We looked around at lots of schools and Sunrise was our favorite! We feel so blessed to have found such a supportive community and wonderful school.
- Shawna Robins
Why should we choose Sunrise?
We found a hidden gem at the base of the Riviera that provides an excellent Montessori education. It’s a loving and caring environment that reaches beyond the classroom.
- Vijay and Megan Sharma
A perfect size for a preschool! Not too big, not too small, just right.
- Beth Bailey, The Kiddo Company
The children are nurtured to love themselves, each other and the world around them. The teachers and culture of Sunrise has an amazing focus on the "little things" that provide true meaning for young children.
- Beth Bailey, The Kiddo Company
Sunrise is the right fit for our family. The intimate size and amazing staff makes this school a gem.
- Robin and Tim Bolger
I can feel the warmth and dedication when I enter the building which gives me the peace of mind every
parent wants. I know my daughter is in a supportive, loving and education filled environment each day.
- Lauren Halverson
How does a Sunrise education benefit my child?
Our daughter always has a smile on her face after a morning at Sunrise Montessori.
We are constantly amazed at the breadth of different topics our daughter is exposed to at Sunrise.
- Vijay and Megan Sharma
Almost weekly I receive important input from the teachers regarding my daughter’s growth areas and areas she is struggling so that we can work as a team to support her.
- Lauren Halverson
Sunrise offered a fabulous small Montessori environment where our daughter thrived. She learnt so much she was able to start kindergarten at the age of 4 ˝.
- Raffaella Geddes
Our daughter was afraid of new places, new people and new faces. Sunrise has brought her out of her shell by honoring who she is and pushing her where she needs to be pushed. She has learned how to resolve her own conflicts, communicate her needs and feel empathy for all those around her.
- Shawna Robins
While researching potential Kindergartens, after our daughter graduated from Sunrise, we overheard this same comment repeatedly from elementary school teachers and administrators: 'We have noticed that children who attended Sunrise Montessori are academically strong and they have learned beautiful social graces.' That says a lot about the best little preschool in Santa Barbara.
- Becky Aaronson
My child loved his experience at Sunrise and it truly helped to form him into the great little kindergartener that he is today!
- Michelle Montez
