We have had such a wonderful experience at Rancho Christian School. The teachers and staff are…read morecaring, supportive, and truly invested in their students. My daughter has felt welcomed, encouraged, and excited to be part of the Rancho community. We are very happy with our decision and look forward to a great school year!

Who knew applying to preschool and elementary gives the same pressure and stress as finding a…read morecollege? I'm not saying we are a Rancho Christian lifer, but I will say our experience in both the preschool and elementary school have been positive. After researching, talking to parents, and finally touring a couple of the Temecula schools, we enjoyed the fact that Rancho provided an environment that felt safe, enrichment classes that we felt were important (such as the arts), and also included a space for our kids to grow academically and spiritually. *PRESCHOOL REVIEW* We initially toured the preschool, since my daughter was not yet potty trained (and in order for her to proceed in her age level preschool, she would need to be fully potty trained). This wasn't entirely alarming since most preschools in the area have a "mandatory" deadline, which honestly can be stressful on parents. Both my kids "eased" into it; I've always believed that potty training should be a gentle transition and encouraged, not pushed. What set Rancho apart was the partnership that the admission team provided with us, recommending she start in the summer enrolled in the "Little Tots" program, which would provide her in a 3 month setting that eased her into the routine. Ms. Annalise was an amazing summer school teacher. She was in tune with what our daughter needed (especially since she was switching childcare). During the fall, she switched to Ms. Faith - another amazing teacher who also provided a safe potty environment. Soon enough, she was transitioned over to her grade level class with Ms. Jem and Ms. Shilpi. Three smooth transitions over the course of a year speaks volumes of the staff. She loved all of her teachers, and the app that the school uses - Brightwheel, provided a snapshot of their potty, eating and pix/videos for the day. The only thing I wish is that preschool and elementary somehow used the same platform to streamline communication and forms. Apps I had to download for the school are: -Blackbaud: for all application school forms, tuition/billing schedules, etc -Brightwheel: preschool only app for updates/communication -Band: Elementary school app for updates and communication Pros and Cons: Pros: -Rancho is an excellent communicator via Brightwheel/IG/FB/Email. It's easy to get a hold of someone via phone/Brightwheel, they are responsive which is important as a parent! -After a certain time in the morning, the entrance on the side of the school (closest to the preschool is closed), you will need to go to the front of the school and pass the guard check-in gate. I personally love this since there are measures in place to check any guest that comes in after a certain time. -Each parent/guardian is provided with a check in code. This is used to sign in and out of preschool at the front office. -Great school events and staff -Love that our daughter gets to see her brother (who attends elementary) at some of the school events! -Chapel: our daughter looks forward to chapel Wednesdays. Every preschooler has a blue chapel shirt; the service is age appropriate, while providing them with a spiritual baseline. Cons: -The exit gate isn't always closely monitored. There typically is staff around the area to keep an eye on anyone exiting (along with any kids trying to get out), but this could be better. -Summer school logistics was a little chaotic. And this comes from being a first time Rancho parent. We were unsure of where to go for early drop-off or late pickup. -Preschool feels siloed, I wish there was more cohesion between Preschool, Elementary and High School. Overall, we love the fact that our daughter has had a good experience with both the staff and her classmates. We feel that our voices are heard if there is ever an issue, and that for the most part administration is also visible and pleasant to communicate with! Will post our experience with elementary soon!

Excellent school! I have worked as a substitute teacher in many schools and this one is by far the…read morebest elementary school out there. Tons of enrichment opportunities- music, choir, art, etiquette, cultural awareness and outreach, sports to name a few. They have wonderful and effective anti bullying campaigns and promote good values. Quality staff and curriculum. As a mom and an educator, I would not want my children anywhere else.

If you care about your child's education and mental well-being, do not send them to Cole Canyon…read moreElementary School. My child experienced relentless bullying while attending this school, and it had a devastating impact on her mental health. When she reached out to the principal and counselors for help, she was dismissed instead of supported. No child should ever be felt this way under any circumstance but maybe that's just what I think for all I know. The academics were just as disappointing. Instead of providing engaging instruction, many classes consisted of students watching YouTube videos that still left all the kids confused. My child left this school feeling unprepared academically and emotionally. The trauma my daughter experienced here is something our family is still dealing with. She is now in middle school, and she has repeatedly said she would never want anyone else to go through what she experienced at this school. Based on our experience, I strongly urge parents to look elsewhere. No school is perfect, but this was indeed the worst experience our family has ever had. Please do your research before enrolling your child I would not recommend this school to anyone.

a great place! the teachers are so cool! (especially Mr.Sloan) Im a sixth grader and this school is…read morevery great! but the nurse is not good nor really bad. she is bad and tbh I think I know more than her. giving an icepack won't fix a dizzy feeling. Ms.Katie (the nurse) should be removed and a more experienced nurse should join. The nun duties are cool but one time my friend got hurt and I took her to the nurse office and when we came back, we got in trouble for not advisin.

Visited, drop odd, pick up, school rally on Fridays. Nice district and decent teachers. Some of…read morethem are pretty young. They need to dress more appropriately for teachers as they are setting a bad example. Also why odd they need to wear stilettos? Weird and uncomfortable not to mention how you going to run after the stragglers and kids that don't listen. Two stars minus due to the children have to eat outdoors with the cold/hot weather and bugs. No indoor cafeteria really strange. Second star is due to pick up rules...can't pick up at main gate need to park illegally and walk over, not safe. They lock the gate! Strange system.

I would highly recommend u do not take your kids to this school. Especially if you have kids on the…read morespectrum. I have doctors proof stating my son is autistic. They did a test and claims my son is not autistic so they are not going to treat him as such since according to their test results he is NOT autistic. I know this does not do with the school but to the district of Temecula if your kid is not physically showing a disability they are not allowed to ride the bus. Also they just let kids get bullied and they don't do anything about it. In the morning If it's raining outside they are not allowed to go inside they have to stand in the rain till the bell rings and they open the gates then they are allowed to go in. I can go on and on of all the crap this school has put my kids through but I do not have enough characters to do so. Please avoid this school as much as possible. If i could give it 0 stars I would.

Our son has ADHD and behavioral issues. Ms. Schlansky could see my son for who he was, and not just…read morea behavioral issue. Out of the four 2nd grade teachers we became familiar with, she was by far the best. Academically - speaking she is rigorous and does not pass out As easily - one a sign of a good teacher. When my son started to struggle, she contacted us regularly in order to help us help him - maybe a more important sign of a good teacher. He eventually got his grades back up. A final sign of an exceptional teacher is a love for teaching and truly caring about students - which she clearly does. What a great combination - high expectations for academic achievement, good feedback on assignments and exams, and empathy for students. NVES is very lucky to have her!

My 1-year old attends Temecula Montessori and has since she was only 6 months old. I've always felt…read moreshes under the best care, she's so loved, is learning so much, and loves her teachers. Miss Nina and Miss Kaye are the sweetest teachers and love my baby as if she is their own. They keep her busy with all the activities and I also love receiving her photos throughout the day via the app. I would recommend this place to anyone with an infant/ child.

My granddaughter went to school there and it's amazing! Teachers, management & support staff were…read moreall excellent!

I have 4 children all in Murrieta and the school district, has been great! They've gone to Murrieta…read moreElementary, Thompson Middle School and Murrieta Mesa High School. I'm very happy with the school district

Special education Ms.cindys class…read more My son has (Moderate) autism and non verbal (he only knows a few words). He would come home with scratches/scrapes and I was never told how he got them. I would email ms.cindy and the respond was always that she'll ask who ever my son was with that day or she'll say that they don't remember seeing my son fall or anything. She would send my son home with a sweater that wasn't his sometimes, his water bottle went "missing" at school somehow, and when it came to IEP meetings she would schedule, but would forget to cancel or would try and act like I forgot we had an IEP meeting whenever she did. During the meetings she seemed unprepared. I now know never to sign an IEP until it's all in paper because teachers say one thing, but write another thing in the IEP. At the end of the school year she kept suggesting for my son to attend another school. Did I forget to mention she called cps claiming my son had belt marks, hand marks, and bruises on him? He didn't.

Fantastic school! Not only gives you that warm feeling of old days school where everything is…read moreperfect and everyone is smiling and willing, but is is also located in a beautiful area. I have had the opportunity to attend regularly as interpreter for special needs student and has been a wonderful experience. The staff at Tony Tobin is very professional and welcoming. I like their checking system to make sure everyone gets their tag either if a parent or visitor and divide visitor by categories. I don't see the same at other schools where I go for similar reasons. I met a lady from my country that works in the health service and I could tell how caring she was with the kids. Everyone is amazing. Also, the garden is so nice and impressive. Overall a school I would like to go if I were a kid again!

This is the greediest place ever. In the past years, if you donated 40+ per each of your kids, you…read morewould get a 3-5 restaurant gift certificates and some extra stuff. Now, you have to donate 50+ for just a raising canes certificate and a tiny pack of Mike and Ike's. And they don't even use it for important things like extracurricular activities. They use it to get a creepy horse mask for Friday flags and other random stuff. Whenever they aren't close to their 20,000 dollar goal, they start begging like my cats when I have food

More than just a school, Peppertree is a whole support system that not only empowers my children to…read morethrive, but also empowers me to improve my parenting everyday. As a parent, choosing the right educational environment for my children was one of the most important decisions I needed to make--and I can wholeheartedly say that Peppertree Montessori School has exceeded every expectation. From day one, it was clear that this school doesn't just follow the Montessori method; it embodies it. The school nurtures each child's unique potential with a deep respect for their individuality. My children are encouraged to explore their interests at their own pace, which has fostered an incredible sense of independence, confidence, and curiosity. Rather than being rushed through a standardized curriculum, they are allowed to fully engage with concepts in a hands-on, meaningful way. The educators at Peppertree are not just teachers; they are keen observers and compassionate guides.. and not just for my children but for parents as well. They provide gentle encouragement while trusting the child's inner drive to learn, which is a cornerstone of the Montessori philosophy. I've seen my kids develop not just academically, but emotionally and socially. They are becoming problem-solvers, critical thinkers, and empathetic community members. Miss Alejandra and Miss Jessika are an absolute wealth of information to me and my husband. They take the time to help us mirror the Montessori style at home. They help us problem solve and strategize the best approach for behavioral issues we experience outside of the classroom. Caroline recommended excellent parenting books that are helping us improve our parenting techniques. I'm also grateful for the school's commitment to a peaceful and respectful atmosphere. There is a strong emphasis on emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and conflict resolution, which has positively influenced how my children interact both at home and in the world around them. If you are looking for a school that honors your child's individuality, inspires a lifelong love of learning, and creates a nurturing community, I can't recommend Peppertree Montessori enough. It has been a truly transformative experience for our family.

There is a lot I could say. This review is long overdue. Our kids became more aggressive and…read moreirritable after attending here. Something was wrong and the child's teacher was constantly talking down to us. Everything from not bringing the right food to water bottles etc. Our kids in the elementary program told us that the teachers were talking down to them and pitting them against other students. Teachers requesting alcohol for teacher appreciation week- and becoming visibly irritable that we didn't provide alcohol. Keeping alcohol on the school property where kids could access it. This school has so many issues. When we first began we had a wonderful teacher. And she eventually left, and we learned this was in large part because the teachers are also treated poorly . I'm concerned that this school is still operating. If you send your kids here, please know that if their behavior is concerning at home, or if they resist going, or are stressed- it's not just a phase or them getting older like we initially thought. Listen to your child. We saw immediately our children getting better after a month detox from this place- and never sent them back. Beware of this place. It's just a paycheck for most the staff there - your kids deserve better. Take the pay cut, bring your kids home, whatever you have to do to keep them home and safe. This is not the place.