Richmond Heights, CA
Testimonials
We have been told by both current and potential clients that Alan, administrator of The Good Earth School in Kensington, CA, recommends Precious Treasures. They love our graduates!
"We are very pleased with the care provided by Precious Treasures. A's happiness when we pick him up, as long as he's not woken up from a nap, speaks volumes about his experience. Over the past six months, we've seen incredible growth in him both physically, cognitively and mentally. From just learning to walk six months ago he's now an active runner who looks and acts more like a "big kid" each day.
We're especially thrilled to see his communication skills developing. Recently, he's even started trying to tell us stories, which we believe reflects the new things he's learning at daycare. It's heartwarming to see A treated not just as a baby but as an individual, with the space and encouragement he needs to develop his own skills and personality. We are grateful for Monique's dedication and look forward to watching A continue to thrive under her care.
We love that Monique values (our sons) individuality. Monique has taught many valuable life skills while showing great respect for each child's individuality. Under her guidance, A has benefitted immensely from learning how to interact with others and develop essential everyday skills, all while retaining and expressing his unique personality. We are very grateful for her thoughtful support and encouragement."
-- Mei-Chi C. and Kevin W. (2024)
"We are so grateful for your amazing care and attention to (our daughter). It means the world to us to know that she is not only well looked after but also being taught such valuable and healthy habits every day. Your love, patience, and dedication make it clear that (our daughter) is in the best hands. We also appreciate the research and time you put into selecting the venues and events for the field trips, from zoos and museums to libraries and hiking trails. Your experiences are enriching and thoughtfully planned to support early childhood development. Additionally, the clear communication and the thorough handbook guidelines give us confidence that everything is done with careful thought and intention, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. We truly feel she is thriving, and we couldn't be more satisfied with the care and dedication you put into her growth. Thank you for everything you do!
Precious Treasures is truly remarkable, especially for a one-staff institution. The level of care and attention our daughter receives is outstanding, and the effort put into her development is unmatched. What makes it even more special is the way the provider holds parents accountable to support their child's growth, helping us become better parents along the way. The enriching field trips -- like visits to the zoo, museums, libraries, and even hiking trails -- are incredible opportunities for the children to learn through real-world experiences. It's a perfect blend of care, education, and adventure, all from someone genuinely caring about each child's well-being and development."
--Victor Y. and Terri L. (2024)
From a parent with regards to the food we serve and the enthusiasm with which her child ate, "How do you prep your burritos? I've tried before and she's 50/50 on the ones I make but apparently yours are stuffed with crack???"
--Lauren F. (2024)
"It is my pleasure to offer my strongest recommendation of Miss Monique and Precious Treasures daycare. My son has attended Precious Treasures for approximately 18 months. During that time, he has grown physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally. We could not be happier with the care that he has received, and we are deeply saddened that we must leave soon due to a job-related relocation.
As a daycare, Precious Treasures is very unique. Each week, Monique takes the children to a variety of different places to gain new experiences - from the San Francisco Zoo, to the California Academy of Sciences, to storytime at local libraries. My son has learned so many new fun facts through these trips, but perhaps more importantly, he has become much more confident and comfortable going out into public places with other people. In turn, as his mother, this makes me feel more confident and excited about taking him out to fun places to share new experiences. (As a bonus, he is certainly a much better car passenger than many toddlers his age.)
In addition to facilitating these opportunities for the children to develop socially and intellectually, Monique prioritizes the physical well-being and development of the children in her care. One way in which she does this is by cooking homemade, nutritious meals for the children on a daily basis. My son raves about her apple butter! During his time at Precious Treasures, I appreciated how well Monique kept track of and communicated to me about my son’s sleeping, eating, and bathroom behaviors. After a day at work, a quick check-in with Monique made me feel like I really knew how his day went and what, if anything, I needed to look out for.
Finally, at Precious Treasures, my son developed strong friendships with other children and a solid relationship with Monique. These relationships have become an integral part of his life and how he processes new experiences. Tonight, as he began to fall asleep, he told me a story about five penguin friends. One was named Monique, and the others were named after himself and the other children attending the daycare with him. He smiled as he recounted their adventures. It warms my heart to know that he feels safe and loved in the company of Monique and the other kids at Precious Treasures.
For these reasons and many more, I highly recommend Precious Treasures and Miss Monique to other parents and families seeking childcare."
-- Dr. Kallie N. (2024)
"We are satisfied with the quality of Precious Treasures. Over the past year, it has been amazing to see (our son's) progress. From crawling to standing and then to walking, every day, we witness him learning and acquiring new skills. Precious Treasure, without a doubt, plays an important role in his development. We appreciate that (our son) can learn and grow in Precious Treasures, where he can explore so many different places, interacts with people every week. Beyond the learning experience and activities, we truly appreciate the effort Monique puts into this daycare, providing a safe and clean environment for kids. The fact that (our son) hasn’t brought home any illnesses from the daycare is the best evidence of this."
--Mei-Chi C. and Kevin W. (2004)
"It is our pleasure to recommend Monique and Precious Treasures to other parents and families. We enrolled our daughter with Monique in Dec 2023 when our daughter was only 3 months old. As first time parents and this also being the first time we were leaving our daughter in someone else's care, we were anxious to begin with. But Precious Treasures was a blessing in disguise and we soon realized how perfect that environment was for our daughter. Monique is kind, compassionate and intelligent. She plans lots of activities and trips to ensure the kids are engaged and have fun throughout the day. Monique has tons of experience, maturity and excellent judgement about children and their needs. She talks to them with a smile on her face and a positive attitude, and has always made us feel confident that our daughter is safe and well looked after in her care.
Monique is very reliable, we can’t remember a time when she was out sick or missed a day for any unplanned reason. She always tried to make our life simpler by letting us know how our daughter did everyday, including things she liked/didn't like so that we could encourage her to do more of the things she enjoyed, and work on things she didn't (tummy time was a big struggle at the time).
Monique is extremely trustworthy, we never worried about the safety of our daughter when she was under Monique's care. Monique has immense patience, always patient and calm with every kid. She always respected the children, and at the same time was able to maintain a playful yet calm atmosphere.
We recommend Monique with full confidence. She is an outstanding childcare specialist and person. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you would like to talk more about our experiences."
--Swathi S. and Srivatsa C. (2024)
"I would 100% recommend Precious Treasures as a wonderful daycare for your child to attend. Monique is such a pleasure to work with and really cares about your child as if they were her own.
Not only does she have a clean facility in her home, but she takes the kids out to many different activities throughout the week. Almost everyday they do something different to provide the children with learning and fun. This is something rare in traditional daycare.
Our child has a g-tube due to eating troubles. Monique learned how to use our feeding pump and did not have any issues doing so. We were very concerned that we would have trouble finding a daycare to work with our special needs but Monique was up for the challenge. She also helped us find a better bottle for our child to use and has successfully helped our child eat better! We really could not have asked for anything more.
Our reason for our departure is because we are moving. If this were not the case we would have been with Monique until our child was ready for preschool. We are sad to leave her care but highly recommend her.
Thank you Monique!"
--Heather, Garrett, and Marceline C. (2023)
"Our son was in Monique's care at Precious Treasures from the time he was 4 months old until he was 2 years and 8 months. Looking back on our time as part of the Precious Treasures community, there are a few things that stand out to us that we have greatly appreciated.
Adventure: Monique plans and facilitates so many different adventures and experiences for the children in her care. Regular trips to the San Francisco Zoo, Ardenwood historic Farm, Children's Fairyland, and so many other places around the Bay Area provided positive and engaging experiences for the children to explore their world. We've noticed that our son is well-prepared for the times when we got out as a family -- anything from holding on to the stroller or the shopping cart and staying close to us, to being comfortable in long car rides, to just being excited to be out and about -- and we're confident that his experience with Monique has helped him grown in these areas.
Community: We have had a very positive experience getting to know the other children and families at Precious Treasures in our time there. The community is a great size -- big enough for us to meet new families but small enough that it feels very familiar and personal. As our son has developed more words, one of our favorite things to talk about has been naming his Precious Treasures buddies.
Practical Care: Precious Treasures has worked really well for us in terms of the location, cost, food, and hours. We are both teachers and have an early start to our work day, so the morning availability has been helpful for us. We've also greatly appreciated the nutritious food that Monique provides during the day. Monique puts so much effort and care and thoughtfulness into each aspect of the program.
It's hard to believe it has been almost two and a half years! It has been wonderful to see our son grow so much and we are grateful for the relationships we have been able to cultivate in that time. We are grateful to Monique for all of her time, energy, and care for our child!"
--Jeremy M. and Danielle B. (2023)
"There aren't enough great things to say about Monique and Precious Treasures (PT). We started our little one with PT when he was a newborn -- back in January of 2021. Naturally, as first time parents, we were very anxious regarding daycare, especially during the pandemic. However, we were pleasantly surprised with just how organized and thoughtful Monique is -- with everything! From her handbook to her monthly schedules, Monique is very meticulous with the way she structures her program for the children regarding safety, routines, and the plans, which can only be explained by her long years of experience.
We're still amazed with the amount of daily activities PT plans for the children, including visits to the Oakland and San Francisco Zoos, parks, and activity centers. As a parent, we really want our son to get as broad an experience as possible, which we'd say makes PT so unique. She has been so great on the nutrition side as well -- preparing wonderfully heathy meals for our son, who just gobbles it all up; in fact, we suspect he loves the food at PT over his home-cooked meals!
Monique has also been so awesome at gauging our son's development and working with him on different issues as he grows and transitions, and we have greatly appreciated PT's daily and quarterly updates. Let's just say: Monique's communication is like an "A++". We have absolutely no doubt she really cares about kids under her care. Quite honestly, we see Monique as an extension of our family, and are truly grateful to have found Precious Treasures. We're always happy to provide more reference!"
-- Drs. Sophia C. and J.R. (2022)
“We couldn’t be happier with O’s care at Precious Treasures with Miss Monique. We were reassured from Day 1 (our son) was in good hands and, probably unusually for first-time parents, had no worries about leaving (him) with Monique, no doubts about the standard of care he would receive. That was wonderful, as it allowed us to focus on just getting used to our separation from (our son) and settling into our new routine – without having any nagging worries about whether nor not he would be basically “OK”. Of course, he has been far more than just “OK” with Miss Monique. He is thriving. Even at just 5 months old, it is clear that the setting, environment and atmosphere of education, play and socialization that Monique fosters at Precious Treasures is having a great, positive impact on (our son).
We also deeply appreciate Monique’s organization and clear communication. The Parents’ Handbook is a masterpiece of fairness, clarity and efficiency. When we first met Monique to discuss (potentially placing our son) with her, we were impressed by her no-nonsense approach to her job and her business. However, that highly organized administrative side went hand-in-hand with warmth and good humor, a clear commitment to child-centered care, educational activities balanced with cuddles and fun, and a positive attitude and energy that she sustains (for us, for the kids, in her professional capacity). All. The. Time. It’s quite incredible 😊"
-- Alex and Liz D. (2021)
"My son has been with Precious Treasures since he was about nine months old (now 2) and I am so happy with the care Monique provides for him. When he is with her I know he's being well cared for, is eating healthy and balanced meals, participating in all sorts of enrichment activities, and socializing with other great kids. Pre-pandemic, they were going on field trips almost every day to the zoos, BADM, the California Academy of Sciences, or community events. During the pandemic I have felt very safe in keeping him at Precious Treasures because we are close friends with all of the families and we became our own social bubble. Additionally, Monique is stringent about mask wearing when appropriate, and as a consequence my son will wear a mask with very little fuss (quite a feat for a 2 year old if you ask me!). I highly recommend Precious Treasures and all the expertise and care Monique brings to it."
--Lauren F. (2021)
"Our 3 yo son has been with Precious Treasures since he was 9 months old and we cannot recommend PT and Monique's care enough! We were originally drawn to PT because of the daily outings to places like local zoos, the Cal Academy, BADM, and Fairyland. Once COVID hit, the outings were initially reduced but have since restarted, and our son is an expert at wearing a mask - thanks to Monique's consistency! Monique was able to stay open through the pandemic through lots of communication with the families. We have felt very safe in keeping our son with PT throughout the pandemic.
Monique keeps us updated daily on our son's activities and development. She has been there to support us at every development milestone, from learning to walk, to potty training, and now learning to read/write. As first time parents we have always been able to go to Monique with any questions we've had about our son's development, and she has been a great resource.
We are happy to discuss our experience with Monique and Precious Treasures, please reach out!"
--monkeyology via BPN (2021)
"We highly recommend the local gem that is Precious Treasures. Monique has provided the best care possible for our 3 year old daughter over the past 1 1/2 years with plenty of educational opportunities, social and emotional lessons thoughtfully mixed in and of course lots of fun. Monique cares so much about the children and puts a ton of work and thought into every detail of her program, getting even more creative with limited options during COVID times. Monique has always demonstrated the highest of cleanliness standards, and is keeping up with the frequently changing regulations during the pandemic to ensure her program is in compliance and the kids and parents are up to speed. We also like the helpful text message updates and photos to get insights into what the kids are up to. Our daughter loves going to Precious Treasures and we couldn't be happier to have a trusted place for her to spend her weekdays and be part of this genuinely friendly community. Happy to share more information if you have questions."
--Amy B. (2021)
"Our almost-4-year-old has been with Monique at Precious Treasures since January 2018. He loves his friends there as well as the activities he gets to be involved in throughout the day. In a non-covid setting, the kids and Monique go on daily trips to museums, parks, story times, and so many different programs available throughout the Bay Area. In these uncertain times, Monique has done everything possible to help our families feel safe and secure in having children in her care amidst this health crisis. Monique keeps us updated about our son's days and when we have an issues to work through (he's not the best sleeper, has gone through bouts of just not eating through the day...), she has always been receptive to trying new methods to help him progress through a road block. Monique checks in with us every 6 months to do a parent check-in and is always available to chat before or after the day begins. One of the best parts of us being part of Precious Treasures has been making friends with the other lovely and welcoming parents and families (obviously not a requirement but a beautiful perk!). We're happy to answer any questions and talk further if you're considering joining us!"
--Allie F. (2020)
"We highly recommend Monique's Precious Treasures and feel lucky to have found this local gem. Our 2 1/2 year old daughter has been there for a year now, and not only is she absolutely obsessed with getting to play with the train table, outdoor toys and all her buddies every day, but we have every confidence when we drop her off that she will be under the best care possible and given plenty of educational opportunities, social and emotional lessons thoughtfully mixed in and of course have lots of fun. Monique cares so much about the children and puts a ton of work and thought into every detail of her program, getting even more creative with limited options during COVID times, we're grateful to have found this special group. Monique has always demonstrated the highest of cleanliness standards, and is keeping up with the frequently changing regulations during the pandemic to ensure her program is in compliance and the kids and parents are up to speed. We've especially appreciated Monique accommodating a vegetarian diet and cloth diapers which were really important to us and harder to find in other daycare settings. She also went above and beyond to find solutions to make our daughter more comfortable during the transition when she started daycare; we as parents had some learning to do as well and Monique is very generous with providing additional support. We also like the helpful text message updates and photos to get insights into what the kids are up to. Our daughter loves going to Precious Treasures and we couldn't be happier to have a trusted place for her to spend her weekdays and be part of this genuinely friendly community. Happy to share more information if you have questions."
--ECParents via BPN (2020)
" For families seeking a small, in-home childcare for their little one, we are delighted to recommend Monique’s superb care at Precious Treasures. Our son has been with Monique for nearly four years now, since he was just 4 months old. Our guy has thrived under Monique’s care and our small community of parents is just wonderful. Monique comes up with an incredible schedule of events and activities for the children to experience, with a focus on learning through exploring the world. Her regular program of play-based academic and (more importantly) social education is impressive enough, but her handling of the COVID-19 crisis has been beyond excellent, with a focus at all times on keeping the children and families safe and healthy. Monique provides an excellent standard of care in “normal” times and she has been doing an outstanding job of keeping us safe throughout this pandemic, in concert with our families. We are a small, close, and closed group with safeguards in place that we are all committed to. Feel free to reach out if you have questions."
--Liz D. (2020)
More Testimonials
"Precious Treasures has lived up to the high standards laid out during our interview and spelled out in the manual. We have had no problems. We've had a great experience with Precious Treasures. There's a fun, educational, age-appropriate outing almost every day, and when they're not out, there are lots of great (non-electronic!) toys to play with, inside and out. Our daughter gets lots of attention and seems to learn more at day care than at home. We've gotten lots of great feedback that has helped us know when we're getting to new developmental stages like solid food, walking, and signing. Monique is a highly energetic person with a positive attitude (no matter how many children are screaming around her), and she keeps her facility extremely clean and organized.”
-- Taylor and Jessica D. (2019)
"Evan told me that you're planning on going to (our sons) favorite place on his birthday on Friday -- I just want you to know how much that means to us! We're so thankful that he loves Precious Treasures as much as he does and that you care for him so much. :)"
"We're extremely pleased with Monique's attention to our son's needs and development, her caring interaction with him, and the bond he has formed with her. We also love the adventures and experiences that he has had so far."
-- Evan and Kelly F. (2017)
"We have a 3-year-old and a 7-month-old at Precious Treasures and we couldn’t ask for more. With Monique’s knowledge, daily trips, and loving atmosphere we get the best of a home daycare and preschool all in one. Our oldest says he misses Monique on the weekends and comes home surprising us with what he has learned. With all the trips they take our children get daily hands-on play and learning outdoors, at libraries, parks, farms, and museums. Monique keeps up her education on early childhood development, provides parent teacher conferences, and is always up for offering tips regarding behavior, eating, and development. Please feel free to reach out to us for a reference. The parents are pretty great too! :)"
--Cathy ST. (2017)
"Fantastic in-home daycare. If you are looking for loving, quality, and safe environment for your infant/toddler, Precious Treasures is a must. Highly recommended!"
-- Bhavin and Sheetal K. (2016)
"Her 20+ years of experience really showed when my daughter had a cold, but then developed an ear infection. Miss Monique noticed the difference right away, gave a dead-on estimation of severity/urgency, and we took care of it immediately...We have indeed trusted you with our most "precious treasure" and our trust was well placed. She loves you."
-- Robin and Monique R. (2016)
"M has grown up alongside Monique’s own (child) and we are very sad to be separating them, as they are the closest of buddies. After all, she is just 15 months old and has spent nearly 12 months of her life with (M's child). After the past year with Monique, we cannot recommend her strongly enough! She is a true professional with a passion for children and their welfare. From the immaculately clean house to the home-cooked meals and snacks, to the awesome backyard play area, it is obvious that Monique has created a special environment for babies and toddlers to thrive in. Not only are we going to miss Monique’s care terribly, we are honestly going to miss her as a friend. She has been the “weekday parent” to our daughter and we will be forever thankful for everything she has done for all three of us.”
We like that you take (our daughter) out into the world and treat her like she's the person that she is. It feels like a higher level of care than your standard daycare."
-- Geoff and Pam B. (2014)
"When I drop off (our son), I know I am leaving him with someone who will take care of him as well as (and sometimes I think even better than!) my husband and I do. Your experience and professionalism are what made us decide to have you as (our sons) daycare provider, and every day we bring (him) to you, we are thankful that we made that decision."
-- Michael and Bernadette D. (2012)
"We were very surprised when one evening A said "please" and "thank you" to us. These were learned at daycare as we had not been actively teaching her those words....our daughter has gotten rave reviews for her language skills. Thank you Monique!...Very pleased with (our daughters) relationship to you and her peers; variety of activities she engages in each day; her emotional, intellectual, and interpersonal growth."
-- Monty P. and Alan V. (2012)
This family moved and, after beginning childcare there, sent this...
"(our daughter) has been sick on and off ever since...Having a sick child is the worst thing ever! When I told people that she had never been sick before, they didn't believe me, especially when I told them she had been in daycare since she was 3 1/2 months old. I have so many wonderful things to say in my letter about how well you took care of G and what an amazing person you are but at the end of the day, I have to admit that keeping her healthy was one thing I completely took for granted. Thank you so much for that!"
-- Corey and Montana D. (2009)
