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Readers' Choice Awards

Reader’s Choice Awards— Winners 2022

By Jessica Peralta

Published September 9, 2022Admin Only:

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We bring you the best of the best in Orange County you won’t want to miss — selected by our readers.

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Featured in the September 2022 Issue

Check out last year’s winners here.

 

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Comments

  1. Helen says

    July 9, 2022 at 4:05 pm

    This is great place to get kids started on their swimming journey! My son loves going every week! The staff is great!

    Reply
  2. Gloria Kilburn says

    July 8, 2022 at 3:05 pm

    Great survey!

    Reply
  3. Robert Korisky says

    July 8, 2022 at 2:47 pm

    Hey! I would like to nominate the virtual Outside the Box Creative Arts Series and what she is doing for your magazine – Parents are People Too! – coming up in July!

    Reply
  4. Ashlee says

    July 8, 2022 at 11:13 am

    Covenant Christian school in Orange

    Reply
  5. Emily says

    July 7, 2022 at 8:29 pm

    Love art therapy !

    Reply
  6. C says

    July 7, 2022 at 7:50 pm

    Unity middle college High School

    Reply
  7. Anthony says

    July 7, 2022 at 12:27 pm

    Covenant Christian School by far the best

    Reply
  8. Mayra says

    July 7, 2022 at 10:50 am

    Thanks to Parenting OC magazine, for continuing to give prizes to many Families!!!

    Reply
  9. A says

    July 6, 2022 at 9:51 am

    Lake Forest Elementary has the most amazing, dedicated staff. They focus on the individual child.

    Reply
  10. Madison says

    July 6, 2022 at 8:31 am

    I love this place!

    Reply
  11. Troy Worrell says

    July 6, 2022 at 4:14 am

    She made our trust that was extremely complicated, and she explained each part.

    Reply
  12. Sunhee Dang says

    July 5, 2022 at 9:47 pm

    Love Goldfish swim school! They are so great with my toddler!

    Reply
  13. Citlalli Gonzalez says

    July 5, 2022 at 9:16 pm

    This is a great swim school! Wonderful staff, very welcoming and very knowledgeable. My daughter has been there beginning in level 3 and now is at level 7. She is confident in the water and it is all due to the great teachers and staff at Aquatots.

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  14. Manprit Anand says

    July 5, 2022 at 1:33 pm

    Fabulous experience

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  15. Ana Aguilar says

    July 5, 2022 at 10:50 am

    Amazing swimming school with great role model instructors! My son has been attending Aqua-Tots for about 3 years and I am certain it has made a huge difference not only in swimming but in his self esteem and making him live a happy life!

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  16. Angie says

    July 5, 2022 at 9:14 am

    One of the best schools ever

    Reply
  17. Suresh Anand says

    July 5, 2022 at 8:33 am

    Keep up the good work.

    Reply
  18. Sherry says

    July 5, 2022 at 8:25 am

    Kinetic Academy is the best school!

    Reply
  19. Dh3 says

    July 5, 2022 at 7:08 am

    We really love the classrs

    Reply
  20. Monty Kumar says

    July 4, 2022 at 6:34 pm

    Awesome staff and service

    Reply
  21. Chirayu says

    July 4, 2022 at 5:10 pm

    Very clean with great staff/instructors

    Reply
  22. Preeti Patel says

    July 4, 2022 at 4:17 pm

    Great swim school, amazing stafff and incredible interest in marking parents and kids feel comfortable 👍🏻

    Reply
  23. Anil says

    July 4, 2022 at 4:12 pm

    Great place for young swimmers. Great staff.

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  24. Karen says

    July 4, 2022 at 12:06 am

    Their indoor heated pool are awesome for little learners and their instructors are really nice.

    Reply
  25. Vanessa Marco says

    July 3, 2022 at 8:36 pm

    Lovely school. My son is learning a lot.

    Reply
  26. JAMES LANGDON says

    July 3, 2022 at 11:37 am

    BEST ATTORNEY FOR WILLS & TRUSTS. THROUGH, MAKES IT HAPPEN, START TO FINISH. COULD NOT BE HAPPIER WITH THE RESULTS. HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALEX VARELA/VARELA LAW THANK YOU ALEX.

    Reply
  27. Yolanda McComb says

    July 1, 2022 at 10:12 pm

    Varela Law is and has proven to be an exceptional attorney for our Will & Trust. Once she helps you complete these important documents in an extremely detailed and precise manner, this attorney has kept in touch with us monthly with informational newsletters that have kept us updated and informed on trust law.

    Reply
  28. JAMES LANGDON says

    July 1, 2022 at 3:26 pm

    Alex Varela and her staff, are courteous, kind, respectful, focused, engaged, and my wife and me are so happy to have our Wills & Trusts updated and allow for that feeling of accomplishment, safety, and closure. From introductions to closure, the process was performed, by each and the vast experience and dedication of ALEX VARELA, ESQ. Have recommended VARELA LAW to family, friends, and my MS Brea Support Group MS’ers. Thank You so much for WHO you are and WHAT you do!

    Reply
  29. Irma says

    July 1, 2022 at 10:48 am

    Goes above and beyond for her clients!

    Reply
  30. Patty Barcenas says

    July 1, 2022 at 10:23 am

    Varela Law is Fantastic if you are looking for a great lawyer and Fabulous Office Staff. Check them out because they care about you!!! A Satisfied Client-Patty

    Reply
  31. Ricardo says

    June 30, 2022 at 12:48 pm

    Excelent

    Reply
  32. Anne Sirota says

    June 30, 2022 at 7:39 am

    New Mom School is a secure, supportive program for all new moms in OC!

    Reply
  33. Sabrina says

    June 29, 2022 at 7:16 pm

    We just moved to OC and we’re so happy to find Goldfish since our kids were attending another Goldfish location for years. The instructors here in OC are great and just as friendly as we expected.

    Reply
  34. Alexandra Clark says

    June 28, 2022 at 7:51 pm

    My kids are now water safe and have to go off in love of swimming

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  35. Vicky says

    June 28, 2022 at 9:32 am

    Great school

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  36. Iris says

    June 27, 2022 at 9:33 pm

    The best math program ever! Highly recommended! Start early to achieve the best results. Great for all school ages from kindergarten to high school and for tests preparation.

    Reply
  37. Olena says

    June 27, 2022 at 8:04 pm

    Best school in Orange County!

    Reply
  38. Palmira Reyes says

    June 27, 2022 at 7:21 pm

    My son attends Servite and the kids are amazing. He has made many good friends. His counselor, Mrs. Hillary Recknor is fantastic and teachers have been supportive. His Lacrosse coaches, teammates, and parents have provided a real sense of community and family.

    Reply
  39. Benjamin Martins says

    June 27, 2022 at 3:04 pm

    This school developed every single skill I have acquired and has taught me the deepest, most important lessons to persevere in life.

    Reply
  40. Tim says

    June 26, 2022 at 6:15 pm

    Is about time! This company is AMAZING!

    Reply
  41. Carrie says

    June 26, 2022 at 12:54 pm

    Little Res School House is a wonderful place

    Reply
  42. Juana Melgoza says

    June 25, 2022 at 10:24 pm

    This is a great school for kids. Great teachers. And they have a great Director

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  43. Dani says

    June 25, 2022 at 5:14 pm

    Good luck to all!

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  44. Janet Ginsberg says

    June 25, 2022 at 12:23 pm

    My kids have learned so much from GoldFish!

    Reply
  45. Jay says

    June 25, 2022 at 8:15 am

    Awesome school

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  46. Yoshitha says

    June 25, 2022 at 7:43 am

    Happy to be part of Little Scholars Academy of California family.

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  47. Mike Anderson says

    June 24, 2022 at 5:50 am

    Excellent School, excellent staff!

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  48. Julie H says

    June 23, 2022 at 8:36 pm

    Best in class…high quality teaching, small class size, expert instruction, and lots of fun! All of my kids love going to class there!

    Reply
  49. Pat Burns says

    June 23, 2022 at 7:45 pm

    Lisa and her crew give 100% in everything they do. Best wishes on winning.

    Reply
  50. Noemi cruz says

    June 23, 2022 at 5:21 pm

    The staff at VMCS are serious about children’s welfare. VMCS offers a lot of activities that helps with their learning.

    Reply
  51. Kyung Park says

    June 23, 2022 at 3:56 pm

    I am pleased with Park Academy. my kid was able to learn how to strategically approach difficult Math courses. Mr Park is amazing.

    Reply
  52. Helen Collen says

    June 23, 2022 at 3:39 pm

    We don’t know what we do without the wonderful, supportive and buoyant staff of Goldfish Swim School. We love them all. Our little boy Jaxson is a swimmer and we couldn’t be more proud!

    Reply
  53. natasha rahmanizaker says

    June 23, 2022 at 3:07 pm

    Great great experience from coaching to customer service.

    Reply
  54. Charles Abernathy says

    June 23, 2022 at 3:03 pm

    Creative Parties for Kids is really understand that they in the business of creating memories that you and your children will trasure forever.. They will work with you to make sure you’ll have an unforgettable experience. They certainly have for me 🙂

    Reply
  55. Maria says

    June 23, 2022 at 1:35 pm

    Very happy place 💞

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  56. Gabriela says

    June 23, 2022 at 1:24 pm

    Great teachers and staff overall!! Spacious and clean facilities.

    Reply
  57. Barry Rubin says

    June 23, 2022 at 1:21 pm

    It’s a great company.

    Reply
  58. Wilfred Brown says

    June 23, 2022 at 12:18 pm

    Great to see a group of kids enjoying themselves and keeping fit..Being taught to be competitive but kind to the other side

    Reply
  59. Angela Haynes says

    June 23, 2022 at 11:46 am

    I absolutely love this swim school ! My son has been swimming here since he was 4 and now he is 7. He is doing so awesome and now I don’t have to worry about him when we go swimming.. and my daughter has been swimming for a few months with Mr. Dean and he is the best teach ever.. my son also swims with him too.. he is so patient with my children and has such a big heart.

    Reply
  60. Mark Vasilj says

    June 23, 2022 at 9:38 am

    Unity Middle College High School has done a remarkable job and helped my grandson get to the
    level of taking college courses through Santiago Canyon College during his recently completed
    junior year of high school.

    Reply
  61. Fabiola says

    June 23, 2022 at 5:58 am

    Little Aprendriz

    Reply
  62. Brian says

    June 22, 2022 at 6:59 pm

    best school. friendly students and teacherd

    Reply
  63. Edgar Escobedo says

    June 22, 2022 at 3:23 pm

    CCS staff have done an amazing job with their school programs. They are miles ahead of all schools, public or private, in the county.

    Reply
  64. Kevin Khouri says

    June 22, 2022 at 10:39 am

    Hello, I would like to vote for Trabuco Elementary school located in Trabuco Canyon, Orange County, possibly the oldest school in OC. Situated in a rural community surrounded by nature, they continue to provide an intimate and family like environment for students, parents, and staff. I highly recommend this school for the Reader’s Choice Award! Thank you.

    Reply
  65. Lisa says

    June 21, 2022 at 7:46 pm

    Love this school

    Reply
  66. Monette Muncan says

    June 21, 2022 at 6:13 pm

    Best Christian elementary school. The Principal has a good leadership ability and the entire staff and teachers are all caring and take care of the kids. I wished they have high school so my son can stay here.

    Reply
  67. Monette Muncan says

    June 21, 2022 at 6:11 pm

    Best Christian elementary school. The Principal has a good leadership ability and the entire staff and teachers are all caring.

    Reply
  68. Susan Knowles says

    June 21, 2022 at 1:18 pm

    Vanessa has such a way with the kids. They learn so much more than just song and dance. They learn acceptance of one another and their performing proves it.
    Vanessa pours her heart into this group and I feel she truly deserves this honor!

    Reply
  69. Laurie lowry says

    June 21, 2022 at 11:17 am

    Best surf camp ever

    Reply
  70. Gerri Merced says

    June 20, 2022 at 7:56 pm

    The best! Took me years to find a great dentist and I finally did. Thank you to my son-in-law for introducing our family.

    Reply
  71. Patty says

    June 20, 2022 at 6:26 pm

    I love teaching at Lake Forest! It’s an amazing campus with awesome families and support💕

    Reply
  72. Kristin says

    May 31, 2022 at 9:42 pm

    Hope I did 60! Takes a loooong time

    Reply
  73. Preethi Sannathi says

    May 31, 2022 at 3:11 pm

    This is a great swim school for my kids. Instructor is great and kids are enjoying the class time very much. they are always eager and look forward for swim classes.

    Reply
  74. Diane Lewis says

    May 24, 2022 at 12:48 pm

    I nominate FIREFLY TUTORS as the best tutoring company!

    Reply
  75. philip lowry says

    May 24, 2022 at 10:39 am

    Endless sun surf camp is a great camp with great instructors and and terrific location at blackies in Newport Beach CA

    Reply

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