PLEASE READ DO NOT SEND YOUR KIDS HERE!! the teachers are…read moreTRAUMATIZING. i have been bullied every year I went to this school and the staff did absolutely nothing. Ive been punched, kicked and cursed at which may sound surprising for a Christian school - not this one. The teachers are SO MEAN they have caused unending anxiety and depression into my life. they will YELL at you for turning in an assignment 1day late. They never stop playing favorites. A female teacher called a boys legs sexy, said he belonged in the trash and SCARED a kid so badly he wet his pants! please don't go!!!!!

love this school it is the best! I learned a lot and am more experienced in life. You should…read moretotally give RCS a chance!

I love the school song I think it was very educational and my kids learned a lot from this…read moreexperience

This Charter school opened in fall of 2015. My daughter started the 5th grade there. She loves…read morethis school and the staff... and I do too. The learning environment is excellent. It's challenging and a lot is expected of the students. There's a dress code, and longer school days. My younger daughter will be attending Rainier Prep next year too.

My granddaughter is student here. We couldn't be more happy with the decision our daughter made to…read moreenroll her here. The staff is so courteous and the students are so well behaved. This is a wonderful school. Wish all kids could get this experience!!

Used to go here, it was a wasteland that pretend to be a school. There was a dog attack, and one…read morestudent was attacked by the dog, and they were bleeding all over, while 2 teachers didn't help the girl until one teacher picked up the dog and restrained it. The school also had little security measures, some of the teachers were very rude / bad to the younger children

Finding a preschool for your child can be overwhelming but south preschool definitely made it so…read moreeasy for me and my family. I was on the search for something local and affordable but yet still can meet the slight standards I have. I gave the school a call and this school was the only school that answered me with an actual person on the call (not some machine). The teacher over the phone was so informative and stated that I can visit the school. The tour was done the same week of calling and my son loved it. He didn't even want to leave. He felt so comfortable there even though he had never been out of our sights. I would recommend parents to give this preschool a chance! Every teacher had their own age they teach and a set curriculum. It was clear from the start what they do with the kids.

My eldest child attended South Preschool for 1.5 years before kindergarten. To say the preschool…read moreprepared him for elementary is an understatement. South Preschool gave him a rock solid foundation that I believe continues to benefit him to this day (he is currently finishing up 2nd grade). My youngest child attended South Preschool for the last 3 years, through the onset of Covid shut downs, virtual learning, and the cautious return to school. The school has helped bring out all the best in him, and the things he has accomplished, from beginning reading, to the emotional maturity he has gained, amazes me. Ms. Pedersen and Ms. Knight, along with all of the aides and assistants who have helped throughout the years, are nothing short of incredible. Their dedication, flexibility, and genuine love for what they do shines through every day. Both of my children have benefitted immensely from their time at the school, and our family will truly miss the teachers and our time there. Thank you South Preschool!

This is a great school for people who want a self paced curriculum while also having so much…read moreteacher support whenever needed

Worst school ever not giving students fair treatment terrible school lunch that tastes and feels…read morelike plastic and on top of that most areas are not clean escape if you consider taking your kids here take this review into great consideration as for i care about all children's experiences and education

We love Goddard! We know our son is getting excellent care. My toddler loves his teachers Ms…read more Lakshmi, Kaedri and Munju! We're always welcomed each morning with smiling faces from Ms. Jenn and Dasha. Highly recommend!!

Our children have been @ Goddard Kent for over 4 years and it's only because of the management and…read morethe teachers. I don't typically write long reviews and only after I wrote this did I realize how long it was. But as a Working parent with kids and I must use childcare. I hope this review helps someone else like me. We enrolled our first at Goddard Kent during COVID through the fluctuations that are life, they have remained a constant support and reliable resource for our family--it only made sense to enroll our daughter when she was born. It's hard to find people you trust with your kids. It's also hard to find people that are reliable. We have found both at Goddard. We have found teachers that genuinely love and care about our kids such as Ms. Marisol, Ms. Lakshmi, Ms. Dani, Ms. Erika, Ms. Jenny, Ms. Kalen, Ms. Veedy, Ms. Summer, Ms. Zulema, Ms. Summer, and Ms. Taraji, the list goes on. We have also really been impressed with the management, the owner Ms. Chelsea has a masters in early childhood development and she is incredibly passionate and invested in the work she is doing. The Director Ms. Jenn, I simply have no words--she is incredible. She shows up and gives 110% everyday. She truly recognizes, respects, and values the impact her work has on shaping this next generation of children. Ms. Dasha, is the brains behind the fun, She will help everyone and anyone, and our kids are obsessed with her. Ms. Jatinder is an invaluable resource supporting the teachers. Childcare is a difficult industry with lots of turnover. It's inevitable. But the thing about Goddard is that Because the owner and the management care, it means they hire teachers who also care. There's a reason why they call them teachers at Goddard And not babysitters. Note, check out Miss Erika in preschool 1 and her hand-painted poster of Pete The Cat-- or any other number of times I have witnessed the teachers that have gone above and beyond. For example, There was a friend that was particularly disruptive in one of our kids classrooms-- it was undeniably frustrating as a parent in the moment, However, in hindsight the way that management partnered with the child's parents in that situation with the support of the teacher To advocate for this kid to receive the resources he needed really showed me how much they care. That child was advocated for and supported. Along with all the other children in that classroom. That's my $.02.

This school has been a game changer for my kids. Public school wasn't working for us, and private…read moreschool tuition was out of reach. Neurodivergent and gender fluid kids and their families can find a welcoming and loving community here. My oldest transferred here to finish out their 5th grade year, as they were being beaten down by a public school setting that could not accommodate her needs. On day one at Bridge School I saw her relax and become themself again. Now our kindergartener goes to school at Bridge and loves it! The outdoor education component is especially important to us, as we spent their pre-K years at an outdoor preschool, and I wanted to continue fostering that love and connection with nature. All the teachers and staff care so deeply for each child, and do their best to meet them where they are at. Then there is the community of families here. I can't imagine facing the world and raising my children with a better, more open, and loving group of people. It's the chosen family of our dreams. If you are looking for a fresh start for your kid(s), and want to be part of a great community that loves and supports each other, join The Bridge School!

The Bridge School - Seattle, WA…read more Our family joined The Bridge School with a deep belief in its mission: a cooperative learning environment grounded in restorative justice, clear communication, and community involvement. Sadly, our actual experience was far from what was advertised. From the beginning, we faced repeated challenges with understaffing, unclear expectations, and inconsistent communication. As caregiver volunteers, we often found ourselves performing janitorial work and covering critical supervision gaps with little support. These staffing issues culminated in a deeply troubling incident where our child was denied access to the bathroom during recess due to a lack of available adults -- resulting in a completely avoidable and traumatic accident. When we tried to address this respectfully with the teacher, we were shut out. Despite multiple attempts to reconcile, we were denied a conversation and told we could no longer volunteer in the classroom -- a painful blow, especially for a school that claims to value cooperative engagement. Even more disappointing was the school's failure to follow the very standards and principles it promotes. The leadership later acknowledged, in writing, that they lacked clear policies around volunteering, communication, and accountability. While they publicly promised relationship repair and structural improvements, none of those efforts were ever extended to our family. Out of concern for our children's well-being, we made the difficult decision to withdraw them from the classroom on most days and pay out of pocket for private tutoring to ensure continuity in their education. We sincerely hope The Bridge School takes its own commitments seriously moving forward -- but families deserve a school that operates with transparency, safety, and follow-through. Ours simply did not get that. -- A Bridge School Parent Family

**5 Stars - A Truly Exceptional School Community**…read more I honestly wasn't expecting to find such a warm, welcoming, and supportive community when my son started at this elementary school. From day one, it's been clear that the staff truly know and care about each individual student. His teachers--and even administrators who aren't directly in his classroom--have taken the time to understand who he is, what he needs, and how best to help him thrive. What has impressed me most is the genuine partnership we've built with the school. Communication is strong, thoughtful, and centered around helping my child succeed both academically and socially. It's such a relief to know that we're all on the same team, working toward the same goals. We feel incredibly lucky to be part of this school community. It's made a bigger impact on our family than we ever imagined.