St Paul's Pre-School Tustin

Pros: Lovely outdoor area, some great activities that get changed out regularly, one very loving teacher, reasonable prices. Cons: it's overrated in my opinion. 20 students in a class even with 3 teachers can be a lot. Especially when they are often joined with the next door class making 40. Lack of communication with parents was my biggest issue as well as dismissive attitude towards parental concerns. Some teachers just don't have that nurturing personality you would hope for with 3 year olds. Extended care teachers especially lack warmth. St Paul's does MWF AM and PM groups. Then some of the teachers teach Tues Thursday AM and PM groups as well. That's 4 groups of 20 students a teacher has each year. My kids are much happier in a setting of 12 kids with 2 teachers. Their current teachers have 1 set of students that they know so well and I get daily reports with specific feedback about my child. I find that much more important than an impressive play area. Lastly, the timings and schedule St. Paul's offers are not ideal, especially if you have more than one child.
Jan 23rd, 2020

This review is for two years ago. The older teachers CLEARLY played favorites, they seem like they're over it. I overheard them talking trash about one of the children (who was known to cry), and they're visibly frustrated with several children (complete with eye roll, sigh, and clenched fists) I don't think they liked being called out for it. I'm disappointed because this was not the school I thought it was when I toured. Over promised, under delivered. 3 stars for the garden, the trike-A-Thon, and the outdoor playground.
Apr 16th, 2019

I researched several other schools for my 3 year old Son before committing and being put on a wait list, and hands down this one was by far the BEST!! The teachers and office staff are amazing...they treat you like Family! My Son is always having so much fun and wants to go everyday lol. The Reggio philosophy and outdoor classroom is perfect for my Son, who loves to explore and get dirty...such a fun way to learn!Anyone would be happy sending their child here, and I love it just as much!
Oct 18th, 2018

My son had an amazing experience at St Paul's. Ms. Stacy was my sons teacher and I am so happy to hear she is the new Director. Love the outdoor playground and that I was able to volunteer and help out in the classroom was amazing. The garden and outside classroom experience was invaluable to my son.
Jul 12th, 2018

This is my son's second year at St. Paul's Preschool and I cannot speak highly enough of the environment, teachers, and director at St. Paul's. My son had severe separation anxiety during his first month or two (beyond anything normal!) and his teachers and the director at St. Paul's were so patient, loving, and supportive. Over time, they helped us transition him into preschool in a way that I truly don't think other preschools would have accomplished or had the patience for. My son now LOVES preschool and runs into class confidently, and he runs out smiling at the end of the day to tell me how much fun he had. He says he never wants to go to school anywhere else. I wish they offered classes through 12th grade honestly!! St. Paul's has truly been a blessing for our family, and I'm confident their program would be a blessing for yours as well.
Jan 24th, 2019