Utilizes Montessori materials, but in now way adheres to her philosophy or methods. Not enough practice life materials. No socialization whatsoever.

My child attended Highlands Elementary from kindergarten to second grade. COVID lockdown began in March of his kindergarten school year, and my son completed his first grade year via virtual learning. He received all A’s during virtual learning. I worked from home and was able to listen in on his lessons. The kids were taught from 8 am to 10 am each day. All graded assignments were completed online including tests and quizzes. I became concerned that my child was falling behind despite his straight A report cards. I arranged a meeting with his teacher and told her it seemed the kids were being graded on computer literacy rather than the actual skills. For example, spelling tests were administered online, and parents were instructed not to help children find letters on the keyboard. These tests were timed. To me, this put more emphasis on typing skills than spelling. It also didn’t give children an opportunity to develop handwriting skills. When my son returned to in-person classes his second grade year, he immediately began reviewing failing grades in all subjects. I had several meetings with his teachers, school counselors and even the principal. They were unable to provide any support for my child without an IEP (special education). They were unable to institute an IEP on his behalf until he had failed 3/4 of the school year. I sat in classes with him and observed his teacher giving less attention to students who seemed to be struggling and more attention to students who seemed to grasp the material. I raised my concerns to the principal who dismissed my claims and assured me that the teachers were fair in their teaching. My son was held back in the second grade and enrolled in the special ed program due to his grades. I was outraged that Highlands had failed him so severely. The principal acknowledged that an unusual number of students in his grade level were also being held back that year, and that it was a failure on the schools behalf. The principal also acknowledged that low income minority students were disproportionately affected by virtual learning. I removed him from that school and he attended Girard Elementary to repeat the second grade. My son has flourished in his new environment. Bottom line: I would not recommend Black parents to trust this school with their student’s education.

We are pleased to have chosen Tempe Preparatory Academy (TPA) for our son's academics and extracurriculars. In addition to the rigorous education, TPA offers a wide range of sports and clubs for the students to participate in. The class sizes are small and there is support from the teachers/staff to make sure your child will succeed. Our son started at 7th grade and is now graduating his senior year. We feel TPA has prepared him to continue his education and more. TPA is a Great school with Great Faculty and Staff. I would recommend this school to anyone who is seeking a top-notch education for their children.

This school does not support students with specific learning differences. Specifically those with a dyslexic profile. The school psychologist tried to argue with the original IEP and then the IEE to remove SLD as the reason for an IEP. The director of the school constantly argues with you as a parent and takes zero responsibility for the ways the school failed my child. My child spent a year receiving inappropriate interventions that were not based on current up to date evidence. DO NOT send your child to this school. After doing some research there are more public articles and documents of other parents who experienced similar situations. And a former board member who went to the county asking for a grand jury investigation into the school. The two days a week in person is tempting but not worth the heartache and struggle.

St. Pats is the best of the best in private schools. We are beyond blessed to have our children attend and be a part of the St. Pats community. St. Pats embodies academic integrity. Subjects are composed of rigorous curriculums that prepare students for the future. The teachers and staff are beyond suburb. They are dedicated, experienced and accomplished. Administration are true leaders with integrity, are supportive and have open communication. St. Pats offers a variety of academic and social/ emotional support along with enrichment opportunities. There are always events happening for families to be a part of within the school or parish. There are plenty of sports and clubs that are run by dedicated and determined faculty and parents. St. Patrick School is outstanding and I highly recommend it!

We enjoy the rigorous curriculum and ability for students to be involved in the way they learn bet by being able to create their own main lessons books!

It's with a great degree of regret that my last child is attending as what made this school great diminishes. Kindness, good listening, mutuality, maturity, wisdom and did I write kindness? evaporate under a harsh new administration marked by mediocrity. Oh for tge good old days!

School is not what it used to be. Stay away. Don’t waste your money.

This school provided so much care for my kid. The assistant principal understands my concern. They provided aid, and IEP was also offered and updated. The teacher is understanding. He even wanted me to get involved in school during their out-of-school field trip. I understand the teacher has a lot of time on his hands and I am grateful that he has patience to my son. The school continues to shape my kid in order to function well in this school.

Complete lack of special education support or properly trained special education staff. Absolutely lacking in any teachers who can successfully lead a school in administration, let alone anyone who has an original college degree in teaching. 90% of the staff is online educated. School is full of chaos and lacks in any opportunity for any student to grow. The only reason they are 5/10 in college readiness is from their "college courses" that are a joke and the fact that they pass anyone who gives Any kind of effort at all. I would Never recommend sending your child here.

This is an amazing elementary school where children truly thrive, especially under the guidance of the 6th-grade teachers who encourage and inspire them. My child has become more confident and joyful since attending this school. As a mother, I am deeply grateful for their dedication and support.

The bullying, stealing, cussing, hitting, fighting is bad and apparently teachers turn a blind eye. Teacher on students bad behavior should be addressed too. My kids have heard the teacher mock me the mother for coming from a different country. Because I’ve complained to the school they choose to take it out on my children. It’s causing the children anxiety and they fear going to school.

They should be ashamed by their terrible science curriculum. They intentionally avoid topics that some find politically charged, they scientifically they have no controversy. How can you talk about natural science and avoid evolution?? How can you teach a whole section on global ecology and skip climate change? Furthermore, most classes have very little instruction, teachers instead rely on computers to teach the kids. I never thought I'd see the day when youtube was one of my children's teachers, yet here we are. Schools like this are why we are living in an idiocracy. Also, the principal gives no effort to ensure student safety and is intellectually deficiencient given his role. I would very much prefer a more intellectual person in charge of educating my children.

This school looked great on paper. However, the school was not remotely loving and understanding of my daughter. My daughter now says that if Christians are like the people at Dominion, she does not want to be a Christian. The teachers and administrators at the school destroyed my daughter's faith. I can never forgive it for that.

YMCA head start at Rodeo was an exceptional school for both of my children. They showed genuine care and love for all the kids, focusing on their development and well-being. My daughter attended from age 3 until kindergarten, and with the help of specialists, they were able to provide her with the support she needed for her ADHD and separation anxiety. She had a smooth transition with their assistance. My son started at just 1 year old, and through the collaborative efforts of the team, they identified his developmental regression and eventually diagnosed him with autism at 1 year and 10 months. The school provided him with all the necessary services both at home and in the school setting. I highly recommend Rodeo YMCA head start as a truly inclusive school in the Bay Area. It was a great experience for my children and I believe it would benefit any family.