If you are looking for a warm place that will help form a future bright student with a genuine love of learning, look no further. The Little School of Keystone has been our introduction to Keystone as a whole and we feel so at home here. The school is a community for the families and everybody knows each other. You can sense the warmth and love between the members of the community that are diverse religiously, economically and ethnically — I can’t think of another place in San Antonio that is so rich in its cultural diversity as Keystone.

My daughter started her year here when she was just 3 and spoke only French and Spanish at home. I was worried for her in terms of her learning English (and thriving) while not losing her other two languages, as well as about school safety, the quality of the education and the overall character of the school. The Little School has gone far and beyond anything I could have imagined. One year later, my little girl is speaking all 3 of her languages beautifully (and counting to 100 in each one!) and even reading sight words.

Keystone really adapts to each individual child and sees the inestimable value in each one and what they bring. The teachers and administration are an absolute dream — I leave my child here each day feeling so great she is in their care. The kids learn so much (things that I, personally, was learning in 1st grade, not pre-K) and the school makes it so fun that the kids don’t even know they are acquiring so much knowledge and skills.

Furthermore, the school also takes the time to work on the character of global citizenship on each individual. I hear my child and others constantly being polite, taking turns, cleaning up after themselves, playing fairly — it truly is a global education.

Finally, as a working mom, I really appreciate the high-quality after-care they provide — I don’t have to worry about driving my daughter around the city for great activities or leaving work in a rush. They have found excellent instructors who come in to provide soccer, piano, Spanish and martial arts right there to the preschool. We just really love it. This place is truly a haven for little minds.

We couldn’t be more thrilled with our experience at The Little School of Keystone. The caring and down-to-earth environment played a significant role in Owen’s development from PK-3 through PK-4. He wishes he could stay forever like “Neverland”, and has many fond memories.

We found learning to be fun and lively, with a growth mindset, as reflected in the Cobra values of Creativity and Curiosity. The Cobra values of Integrity, Empathy, and Service promote a caring and nurturing community too. We’ve enjoyed helping with parents and teachers along the way.

We are immensely grateful for our time at The Little School of Keystone. Our son will bring with him foundational life-learnings from both inside and outside of the classroom. Thank you to the teachers, staff, and the entire school community for their dedication, support, and energy! You made this an exceptional pre-K experience for our child.

We love the Little School of Keystone! It has brought so much joy to our daughter’s life and she looks forward to being there every day. She’s thriving academically and socially because the teachers and staff have created a nurturing environment by continuously demonstrating love and compassion for the children.

Keystone is not only a school, but a community of wonderful families who share the same goal – providing a strong foundation for their child, so they can find success in life. As a household that includes a Keystone alum, it’s great to see that the school’s commitment to a positive educational experience continues.

As a family committed to community building and learning, we were thrilled to become part of the Little School of Keystone family. The Keystone approach collaboratively nurtures and celebrates kindness and empathy, while also striving for leadership and excellence.

We have felt always in partnership with the incredible and thoughtful teachers and administrators on how our children were doing – whether it was celebrating a key milestone in reading or math to understanding how we could be even more supportive of their social and emotional well-being.

When we moved to San Antonio, we hoped to find a school that not only focused on what we learn, but nurtured how we learn. And we found it! The faculty and administration are committed to elevating a love of learning, filling each day with wonder and engagement where our children are full of joy and thriving.

We could not be happier with the foundational roots that the Little School of Keystone is giving our children to share their unique gifts and contributions to this ever-changing world!

The Little School of Keystone is a special place. Given Keystone’s reputation for academic excellence, we expected a program that would challenge our children to learn.

What we did not anticipate was the amount of love and nurturing that would accompany the learning, as well as the support network and friendships we have forged with other Keystone parents.

Dena and the Little School teachers truly care about the well being of our little ones while at the same time pushing them to expand their knowledge and grow as individuals in a fun, playful way.

It’s never easy to entrust your children to others, but The Little School made the decision as easy as possible.

"The Little School of Keystone nurtures a love of learning. The dedication of teachers and staff surpasses all expectations. Our daughter Maya has thrived academically and socially in the family atmosphere, where individuality and creativity are encouraged. Children are supported, cared for, and loved."

My wife and I took a leap of faith enrolling Abby at Keystone 4 years ago. At first, I was hesitant with the 2-hour drive and traffic. After “Kitchen court” deliberations, I agreed, and I was wrong. Keystone transformed Abby. Her teachers taught her to love learning. Isabella joined last year, and her progress is remarkable. Ms. Dena and her staff are amazing. It’s worth it!

"The Little School is magical. Our middle child started PK4 in its inaugural year, and her engagement soared. The school blends a loving environment with an excitement for learning. Our youngest, now in PK3, often wakes up eager to go. We've experienced great preschools in Boston, DC, and San Antonio, but The Little School is the best we've seen!"

"We love Keystone! From her first days at the Little School, Hannah has shared her excitement for learning. She’s nurtured and respected by her teachers through positive interactions, hands-on play, art, science, math, and dramatic play. Keystone is more than the best school in San Antonio. It is an experience, a feeling, a lifetime of memories—all of which begin now at the Little School."

"As parents, we are amazed at what our younger son, Dev, is learning and experiencing at the Little School. This is his second year, and we couldn’t be happier with the nurturing environment created by the amazing teachers and staff. Our family’s relationship with Keystone goes back many years, as Kumar graduated in 1993. The Little School, under Dena Valdez’s leadership, provides excellent education with a warm, loving approach. The students’ growing curiosities are enriched in so many ways during their preschool years at The Little School of Keystone."

"When I'm 16 years old and I'm at the Little School..." started Charlotte as I was putting her to bed one evening. I quickly asked about this, and her reply melted my heart, "Daddy, I never want to leave the Little School." The Little School has sparked curiosity and a love of learning in a warm, loving environment. It’s building a strong foundation in our child, and for that, I am grateful. "An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest." -Benjamin Franklin