“Adela MacMillan’s chilcare program combines the perfect balance of an educational/social experience with a homey/loving environment. Five years after graduating, my daughter still regards Adela as a special person in her life. It is more than childcare— it is family!”

- Laury Monterosso (Mackenzie’s mom)

“Adela is a wonderful teacher and caregiver: intuitive, loving, patient and fun. My 2 children have thrived and learned from her. I’m very lucky their first experience in a group daycare/preschool setting was at Hummingbirds with a teacher of Adela’s caliber.”

- Deborah Kwan (Miles and Hannah’s mom)

“Fabulous! Warm, caring and dependable. A very very positive experience and we always felt there was good communications and a great level of care.”

- Kristine Yaffe and Susan Campbell (Isabel’s parents)

“The staff at The Hummingbirds is exceptional. The teachers really care about the children and go to great lengths to make them feel comfortable, well cared for and loved! My child is thriving at The Hummingbirds. I attribute that to Adela and her team. Any parent should know that the teachers at The Hummingbirds are thoughtful, caring people.”

- Carolyn Abate (Corinne’s mom)

“The Hummingbirds is a lively, fun and caring place that has been wonderful for Breckin. Adela has been a great example for us and she always gives us a detailed, full report at the end of the day. When potty training Breckin, Adela and her team were respectful of the plan we were using at home and had some great feedback on Breckin’s challenges and successes.”

- Jen Caulfield (Breckin’s mom)

“We have watched our daughter thrive under the loving care of such dedicated teachers. And the special added touches, such as monthly Slumber Parties, Saturday childcare for holiday shopping and a cookie jar of “crackers for the road” make this program unlike any other in San Francisco. The Hummingbirds is a hidden treasure that has felt more like a family than a school.”

- Katrina Abbott (Isabella’s mom)

“Hummingbirds is the best preschool to go to before you go to actual preschool. It’s fun, there are a lot of activities going on and I love the slumber parties.”

- Matthew Haahr, age 7, Hummingbirds alum

“We sent both of our kids to Hummingbirrds and are only sorry we’ve run out of children. Our daughter, who started at 22 months and will be leaving this year, has changed dramatically during her time at Hummingbirds. She went from a shy, clingy toddler to a verbal, giggly, independent potty-trained little girl. On weekends, when we tell Allie we’re going home, she usually tells us she wants to go to Hummingbirds instead. It’s a great first school / socialization experience for all kids.”

- Susan Karp & Paul Haahr (Allie’s parents)

“Hummingbirds has been a true gift to our family. Tula comes home with wonderful stories filled with warmth and creativity. It is very comforting to know Tula is so happy there. Sometimes, when she is upset, she says, “I want Adela.” This reassures me that she feels safe and loved there.”

- Melanie Barter (Tula’s mom)