We have had our son (3.5 yo) at Manhattan Academy for the last year and it has been such an amazing…read moreexperience -- all around SO great. We had him at another place prior to moving to Manhattan Academy and we could NOT be happier. We will be enrolling our daughter pretty soon, as soon as she turns two. We love the campus, the teachers, and much more. Thank you to Manhattan Academy for doing a great job

My kids attended Manhattan Academy from the Infant Center through Primary. We have loved everything…read moreabout MA. The staff is wonderful and invested in giving the kids a really great foundation and fun education. The Director is super involved, knows all the kids by name, and really cares about the kids. My kids have learned so much and enjoyed every classroom they have been in. Infant Center: We initially chose MA based on the infant center. Ms. Wroten has been the director in the infant center for years and she is a wonderful teacher. We loved that the teachers will ask you for your individual schedule for your child. All of the other places we toured had a set schedule that your infant needed to adjust to. You give them the schedule for feedings and naps and they will stick to it. The teachers provide updates throughout the day in real time (and pictures!) and they communicate with you about everything. Even in the infant center, the teachers will incorporate activities that encourage development. And I always appreciated the art projects and over the top projects for Mother's Day and Father's Day. We always trusted the teachers and felt that our kids were safe. Our kids flourished in the infant center. Toddler Community: The Toddler community is really the jewel of the school. A really welcoming and cute space that is separate and really special. We got to know all of the teachers in Toddler (most of whom have been there for years) and loved every single teacher. The teachers potty train the kids at a pretty early age. It made the potty training at home super easy. The teachers are very involved in the kids' development at this age - teaching them so many important foundational skills. We saw tons of growth here. Our kids had Ms. Campos (Cornejo) and Ms. Schott - both really amazing teachers - they genuinely care for all the kids and teach them so much. They hold conferences with the parents about your child's growth, areas of improvement, things to look forward to. Of course there are fun activities as well. On top of the motor, language, and cognitive skills they learned in toddler, they also learned to be kind, confident, polite, and friendly. Primary Community: The growth and development in the primary community is off the charts. Again, the teachers are amazing. Ms. Alcaraz is one of the best teachers I have ever known. She really cares for all of her kids like they are her own. Everyday I was amazed at the things the kids learned in primary. The development of reading and writing skills is really amazing. They also offer tons of activities that enrich the kids' experience - music, outdoor environment, spanish. I wish I had such a well rounded education myself at that age. The kids love the program, love their teachers, love going to school. I can't speak highly enough of our experience here.

We love GV. We had an issue with a teacher and the principal did everything in her power to help us…read morenavigate through it. Our kids love school. The grounds are beautiful. Everything from GAP to Makerspace, science lab, music, math competitions, YAA and more. The big focus on fundraising is to pay for all of these amazing experiences for the kids. We receive much less funding than other districts in California, why not ask the parents in these neighborhoods to contribute to make the school great. There are endless volunteer opportunities. The principal is one of a kind. She's an incredible human inside and out. Our kids are thriving.

I don't know how this school has a comment about the front office staff being wonderful, our…read moreexperience was TERRIBLE. We RAN from this place. Seems that people are afraid to speak up for fear of retaliation from administration. I would never send my children to a school with this culture amongst the adults.

Such a great school. No bullying there at all. Nice field in great condition too. One of the…read morebiggest fields in manhattan beach.

everyone here just bully each other i give it a one star for giving me some sort of educationread more

This school is really organized and dedicated to the families and children who attend Pacific. My…read moresons attended here (2011), and I was so pleased by all the parent involvement that produced such fun and successful fund raisers, family events and just good education. There was always a parent volunteering for every grade my sons went to, sometimes 2 or 3 parents who would dedicate a day or two each week. The teachers send emails to you each week informing you of everything that is being taught in class that week, so you really feel involved in your childs education and know just what to focus on! The new principal, Mrs. Linz, has so much energy and is very involved in every aspect of the children's education and the parent's concerns. Susie at the front office is an example of excellent parent-school relations and you can get most answers directly from her. The grounds are well kept, they offer enrichment programs each season, and after school care is just an excellent extension of the school day, doing homework and providing reading time, sports and other fun activities. Mrs. Leigh from EDP (extended Day Care Program) and her staff are super dedicated and very friendly! I adore this school and recommend it to anyone considering attending. ~ A Happy Parent

Agree with the more recent comments - don't let the older negative reviews deter you! The current…read moreadministration is top notch - the director Hillary is wonderful and so are all of the teachers and staff. Our two year old runs into her classroom with excitement every morning and doesn't want to leave when we pick her up at the end of the day! The curriculum is fantastic, as are the extracurricular activities and family events. You won't be disappointed.

Please please don't let the reviews of the past cloud your decision. MSMB is top notch - the…read moreteachers, administrators, and support staff are all warm, caring, and want nothing but a great environment for your kids to thrive in. We were a bit hesitant after reading the reviews, but upon speaking with the staff and other parents, we decided to enroll our second kid (2.5yo) and we've absolutely loved it. Our kid is quite shy in new environments and separation anxiety is still high. The teachers and staff are always so warm and welcoming in addressing him to make him feel safe and loved. He now talks about Ms. Hillary and his teachers like they're his friends. For context, we moved this past summer to MB from San Francisco, where we had our first son in multiple private preschools due to covid. Of all the different places we've experienced, the communication, structure, staff, the wide range of activities, and the warmth of the admin especially, have all been top notch. We also had our kid in another preschool in MB prior to this where he was having a hard time, so we toured a multiple other places to look for alternatives all across MB and El Segundo. I can honestly say that you won't get a better team than MSMB. I echo all other positive reviews as well re: the Band app, the campus, the community, extra curricular, etc.. If you're on the fence because of the reviews, please take a visit for yourself and experience what the school has to offer before you judge based on the reviews of parents that are no longer associated with the school.

My son had a volleyball tournament today, 4/11/26 at Wiseburn Davinci in El Segundo. This review is…read morestrictly for the gym as that was the only area we were able to experience. The gym is huge and beautiful. The chairs are ok but sitting on the bleachers were not as comfortable. They were able to fit 6 courts! The bathrooms were also nice and clean. They have plenty of parking and nice friendly staff.

Lowest paying district for teachers and substitute teachers. Admin makes a a ton so does…read moresuperintendent. Kids at middle school need more consequences. Administration is too lenient.

My son has been going to school at the Academy of the Arts for about a year now and he loves it…read more Previously, my son attended the Growing Gardens which is the daycare at the same location. The teachers and the administration make learning fun for our kids. I know this because my son comes home everyday and can't wait to tell me what he learned that day. COVID Specific: The administration and the teachers at the Academy of the Arts took COVID safety protocols very seriously from day 1 and they continue to stick strictly to the protocols today. I feel safe sending my son to the Academy of the Arts on school days (I'd even send him on the weekends if they were open). Thank you Dr. Bogle and team!

This school is exceptional in every way, shape and form. If you're looking for an academically…read morerigorous school that's completely student-centered with LOW class sizes and some Judaism sprinkled in, this is the school for your child! Your child will THRIVE here, period. The administration and teachers are masters at "Fitting 10 pounds of stuff in a 5 pound bag" .... Let me explain. This school year, in addition to a phenomenal academic course load, our daughter has consistently been engaged in Gymnastics every week with Coach Paige, Rolling Robotics STEM, Musical Theatre, weekly cooking classes that are so impressive my husband wants to sign me up, targeted writing instruction from a USC Writing Professor, Chess class on Mondays, Legos on Fridays, Sports with the coach on Tuesdays, Hebrew everyday (GREAT for the developing brain!), Art class with a talented artist, Science Fair, Beach Clean-Up, weekend camping trip in the San Bernardino Mountains, and a bunch of field trips throughout the school year. No wonder the students LOVE coming to school everyday! Come see for yourself - take a tour and see what a school that's rooted in BEST PRACTICES truly looks like. Your child will thank you! It's truly a GIFT for your child to NOT share the instruction with 25-30+ other students. If you have any specific questions, feel free to message me here on Yelp. In addition to being an Academy parent, I'm also an educator with nearly 20 years experience. Happy to answer questions and/or help unpack different educational situations.

Daughter is loving 1st grade and learning many things…read more The step above is the attached daycare called, The Learning Center (TLC). She is having fun playing there, but they also go over the items that need to be learned for the week.

This is our third year in Richmond street School and we love the school, great teachers and the…read moreafter school program is awesome (TLC)

One of the best schools in the South Bay. Great teachers, administrators and students. The campus…read moreis clean and newly renovated. Parent involvement is huge, which makes the school so good.

Fantastic school!!! Just the best experience here! Great teacher, and wonderful environment.read more