Berkeley Parents Network: Benvenue Children's House

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Benvenue Children's House

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Re: Seeking smaller preschool for shy 3 1/2 year old (Nov 2003)
I see you've already received alot of recommendations for preschools. But I wanted to put in a word for my son's preschool. He was also a very shy boy and we were concerned about the sizes of the preschools which we visited, many of them just felt overwhelming. We found a wonderful, small montessori school in Berkeley, called Benvenue Children's House. Rosemary has been teaching the school for over 25 years, she is a gifted educator and her program is exceptional (dance, languages, cultural events, cooking). Georgie, the second teacher in the school, has also been there for years and is also a real gem. The school is in a very sweet little house on a lovely street. It would be a shame not to see it. She only takes about 16 children each year, but she may have openings for next year, so please give her a call. Wonderful place. Her number is (510) 540-6550. the2nibs

February 2003

Re: Intimate, warm preschool with fewer than 20 kids
I'd recommend Benvenue Children's House in the Elmwood area of Berkeley. It is exactly as you described a small preschool in a private home with two wonderful and very experienced teachers. I believe they are in the phone book and the contact is Rosemary Richie. My daughter started there at 2 and a half until five and was quite happy. patinegypt

October 2001

I'm looking for parent information on Benvenue Children's Center in Berkeley -- anyone have any pros or cons to pass on? molly & todd

My child has been at Benvenue for two months and I like it very much. Rosemary is a legend, and has been a "kid" person for a long time. I also like the field trips, dance etc. My daughter always comes home singing a new song. There is no "nap" time, however, and this is a drawback for me, but one that I'm living with. Kelly

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