Looking for a Reggio Emilia inspired preschool

We are moving to Montclaire Oakland area from the east cost this summer, and we have been searching for a preschool for our 4 year old son.  He has been in a traditional preschool, and we are interested in switching to a Reggio Emilia inspired school going forward.  Wondering whether anyone has an opinion about a good Reggio inspired preschool, in particular Room To Grow vs the Aquatic Park school.  I have read fantastic reviews about both.  Thanks in advance!

Grace

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We are a current APS family and love it. The staff is impressive and committed, the kids spend lots of time outside getting filthy, and there's a strong commitment to taking kids seriously and giving them opportunities to develop projects, classroom themes, etc. That said, the school tends to have a long waitlist, and so (as with many preschools around here) there are no guarantees of space. I believe the 4-5 group may have a few spots for next year, but there may be kids lined up for them. Definitely inquire before expending too much mental energy on it.

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Have you considered Via Nova? Via Nova is a wonderful Reggio inspired school with a great play space directly across the street from Bart and has a very rare opening in its Dinosaur/pre-k classroom. My second child is entering the school now and love the highly experienced teachers and director and the space! 

Lindsay