My kids (ages 5 and 8) attended their STEAM night and they are begging to go to the next one! They…read moremade volcanos, played math games, did coding and so much more. My son is usually only interested in sports so I was really surprised that he loved it so much. It was so nice to see him excited about other things besides sports. They really make learning fun here! We will be back again! This is a great place!

From the owner: Kinesthetic Learning Academy specializes in tutoring and educational services for active learners…read more We provide reading, writing and math instruction for grades K-8. Homework support is provided as well. Students take movement breaks to get exercise and brain balancing activities, included in every session.

My sons have attended LIFE for nearly five years, and I cannot say enough positive things about the…read morestaff and program. The therapists, teachers, and instructional assistants are deeply committed to supporting children with disabilities, and it is clear that my boys are genuinely cared for and valued each day they are at LIFE. The ABA program is exceptional and has far exceeded our experiences with previous programs. Many of LIFE's leaders are Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and a significant number of staff members are Registered Behavior Technicians, which speaks to the quality, expertise, and integrity of the program. I wholeheartedly recommend LIFE to any family seeking a supportive, professional, and compassionate environment for children with intellectual disabilities.

My son, who is 10, level 3 non verbal autistic hasn't even been attending this school for a year…read moreyet and has made so much progress. He is even interacting with his peers and learning how to take turns and play. When I seen and heard this I wanted to cry. He smiles every day while walking to class, and tells me "go play" on his aac device, which he refused to use for me, until he started going here. I have yet to get a call saying I need to come get him because he wet through his clothes, I get to see pictures of all the fun activities they do, and his teacher let's me know if she finds new things he likes so I can get them for home. I have heard so many people say they have been on the waiting list for years, and I am just so happy that he got in within 9 months. It was definitely worth the wait, and also very worth the drive, we come from Florence.

I can't say enough wonderful things about this Montessori preschool! My almost 2-year-old daughter…read moreis thriving, and it's all thanks to the loving and highly skilled teachers, especially Ms. Rachel, who my daughter adores like a second mom. The teachers here are incredibly well-trained in nurturing and guiding kids aged 1-4, and I can see the results every day. One of the biggest milestones for us has been potty training. My daughter is getting the support she needs at school, and it's clicking! She comes home so happy and fulfilled, singing, dancing, and playing. I was initially so worried about putting her in daycare, as she was a Velcro baby and would always scream when she wasn't with me. But the environment is so warm and welcoming that she quickly became comfortable and now loves going to school. What makes this place truly special is the variety of enriching activities. My daughter helps take care of the chickens, tends the organic garden, and enjoys reading, drawing, dancing, and playing with her friends. The magic these teachers create in their classrooms is truly amazing--they know just how to care for my baby girl, and I feel so lucky to have found them. I also love how transparent and communicative the school is. I receive daily text message updates, so I always know what's going on with my daughter, which gives me so much peace of mind. The school worked with us on our budget and schedule, and I really appreciate how upfront they are with pricing and schedules on their website--no hidden surprises. Ms. Jennifer, the owner, made us feel like family from day one, and I'm so grateful for the warm, nurturing environment she's created. I honestly feel like we hit the jackpot with this preschool. It's the best possible place for our daughter, and I would recommend it to any parent looking for a magical, loving environment where their child can grow and thrive!

I first heard about The Little Garden Schoolhouse in May 2016 when they had their seasonal…read morecommunity seed exchange event. At the time my spirited preschool daughter was attending a local STEM school, and while it was a good school - I didn't feel that she was supported and she wasn't thriving to her full potential... Enter Jennifer Valverde When I met Jennifer (Owner & visionary of LGS) it was immediately discernable the amount of care, passion, ENTHUSIASM and knowledge she was bringing to the table in the locally wide world of preschools. I made the decision to enroll both my 2 year old and my then 5 year old daughters into LGS - I can happily say I never looked back. Enrolling at LGS was a real game changer for our family, both of my girls felt supported, a home away from home. They grew and fostered relationships with the other students, Ms. Jennifer and staff. They developed an appreciation for recycling & composting, their love for yoga deepened as it is a different experience for them to partake in yoga with their peers rather than at home with their Mom. At this age a child's real work is learning to be in this big world and learning that there are others as well to work & play well with, a lesson I think some adults tend to forget. I love the snack system at LGS -and I am always peeking in to garner new ideas myself. The children -even the toddlers join at the community table and help each other with their chairs and passing utensils and plates around. As far as "meat" not offered as an option during snack -I myself have never witnessed meat offered as a snack to students at other preschools -and I would be concerned if it were "how is the meat handled" and such. As far as vitamin nutrition is concerned -this begins at home -as a parent it our own responsibility to ensure our children receiving the most out of their diets and supplements that we provide. All else is gravy. Amongst the veritably gorgeous food forest I see a plethora of butterflies and wild parakeets swooping around amongst the pine and sunflowers.

We have had an amazing experience with the Tutoring Club of Gilbert. We worked with Gina to enroll…read morethree of our children and they have been thriving since day 1. I'll admit that none of the kids were particularly excited to start tutoring but what elementary kid would be? After four weeks in, all three of our kids look forward to tutoring days. Clean facility, nice staff, and an owner who knows what she is doing! If your child needs a little help, leave it to Gina and her team to get them where they need to be.

My daughter needed tutoring, so we called Tutoring Club. I initially spoke with a gentleman named…read moreRyan, who quoted us a total of $300 to $400 a month for 3-4 hours a week. When we got there, Daniel greeted us, and we did both the assessment and planning appointments ( he had us waiting 10 minutes past our appointment time for the planning appointment) with him. We later found out that it wasn't $300-$400 a month for 4 hours a week, but rather $360 a month for 12 months, covering 96 hours, and they run a hard credit check. This means she would be getting 6 months of tutoring for basically $360 bi-weekly, which felt misleading. I'd rather go to a tutoring place that doesn't do a hard credit check and is upfront with their prices. Additionally, Daniel was rude when I tried to discuss my daughter's needs; he would cut me off and talk about himself not even addressing or acknowledging what I just mentioned about my daughter.

We LOVE Nerding!! This is our second summer and we are such big fans. It's a camp where I know I'm…read moredropping off my kids to engage their brain all while they are having a blast. My sons have taken Zoology, Robotics, Slime, and Dino Discovery and have loved them all! The teachers are so kind and engaging and the owners and staff are welcoming and just overall lovely humans. Highly recommend!!

This is our third year at NERDING camp and my kiddo is having a blast! They offer so many fun…read moreclasses that it's hard to choose and we wish we could do all of them. Niecy and Micah and all of the staff are so caring and wonderful with the kids. We're homeschoolers, so I'm not used to dropping my kids off for hours, but we have always felt so comfortable at NERDING. The best part is the showcase on the last day when the kids get to show us what they've been working on all week - they are always so excited and proud of their work! We truly look forward to this experience every summer.

I absolutely loved the Business Etiquette course taught by SueAnn! She did a great job covering…read moreeverything you will face in the professional world and making sure the concepts are relevant for today's landscape. After arriving home, I realized that I had left my workbook behind. Sure enough, there was already a message letting me know that it was on its way (how kind)! This is an awesome opportunity to learn new skills that will last a lifetime. Take the class!

I took SueAnn's course for adults earlier this year. I signed up thinking it would be a "refresher"…read morecourse. To my shame, I realized that there was so much about etiquette that my Generation X crowd just never learned! From the proper way to shake hands to being a professional at the office, SueAnn is a wonderful teacher. As someone who worked in human resources for over a decade, I expected to be more knowledgeable about the office section but SueAnn's content surprised me. She even had tips about working remotely and the use of mobile devices in both personal and professional settings. One unexpected bonus our class received was being given a color analysis and learning which color clothing we look better in. We loved it! Where the course really comes alive is with the meal and dining section. We all learned SO much! She lets you ask questions and you will learn how to be either a rock star host or a good guest. I WISH that I had taken this course sooner. It's All About Etiquette offers many programs for children and teens. Parents, send your kids! Give your children a competitive advantage in life. These courses are worth every cent, especially when you consider that SueAnn has worked with many leading companies. It's a shame that proper etiquette and good manners are declining in society. With this program, you can learn new skills and brush up on what you have forgotten! Recommend!

They have cover charge to go see a family member graduate only school district i know thats trying…read moreto profit of a great accomplishment of their students , $10 a person to go see someone graduate , greedy ...

Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it…read more Mark Twain

From the owner: Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies Bachelor of…read moreBusiness Administration Master of Arts in Education Master of Business Administration Master of Science in Nursing (Online) Saint Xavier University is a small private catholic university that offers a unique experience for students beginning with our faith mission. Because of our small size students receive personalized attention and assistance in reaching their academic and career goals. We look for action based learning experiences to connect students with local employers and student's rarely have problems getting the classes they need to complete their degree on-time.

Pros: Excellent teachers who truly care about each student. Particularly, Mr. Padilla (he's…read moreincredible!), Mrs. Kotkin and Mr. Rohner. Jennifer, in the front office, is great as well. Cons: Principal Jayne Bostow allows sexual assault/harrassment, bullying and retaliation of the assailant to go unpunished and doesn't seem to care about or feel the need to trouble herself with the effects it has on her students, particularly female students in the upper grades. Mrs. Bostow blatantly ignored the schools own rules and regulations in their handbook from the very start of when the first complaint was verbally filed. When we were finally given a form to file a complaint, the issue still wasn't dealt with in a timely or concise manner. For this reason, I had to pull all four of my children out. Thankfully, therapy is helping with my child who suffered from relentless abuse from her aggressor at this small Charter. From our perspective through this horrendous experience, Title IV is basically non-existent at this school. Mr. Dennis O'Reilly, Head of Schools, was made aware of the situation and also did nothing but send out an email reply that didn't really bring much comfort or offer any real solutions. It's a shame, because the teachers at this school are the best we've ever had and it was really difficult to come to the decision to leave. But, I will not allow any of my children to be treated so indignantly by the person who should have their best interests at heart.

When we were looking for a school for our son to attend Kindergarten, we were overwhelmed. There…read moreare so many options, whether public or charter, and being new to the Gilbert area, we didn't know which way to go. When I found Leman Academy Mesa, it was entirely by chance as I drove by it one day. I thought to myself, what a cute school, and it was literally down the street from our house, so I booked a tour. Mind you; this was before the pandemic. When we attended the tour, we were greeted by the sweetest administration staff and even the Principal! Mrs. Bostow is hands down the best Principal ever. The fact that she was not only in attendance for our tour but also presented info on herself, her background, and the school's mission says a lot about the values they encompass and the family/community feel they want their scholars' families to experience. We did not experience anything like this at the other schools we toured. Some of those folks couldn't even correctly introduce themselves! Now fast forward to 2020 and the pandemic. Mrs. Bostow and the entire administration staff at Leman have gone above and beyond to keep all families informed and up to date on the new procedures, policies, and progress as we deal with this global situation. They've surpassed any expectations my husband and I could have had for such a situation. We have officially started Kindergarten this week, and on the first day, my son came home with new friends and the happiest disposition. He loves his teachers so much and can't wait to learn! He said Mrs. Robins is funny and friendly, and Mr. Opazo was silly and fun. We are very blessed to have found such an amazing school with core values, a classical model for learning, family and community support, stellar staff, and top-notch security. We couldn't imagine being anywhere else and are so happy our sons will be apart of the Leman family for years to come. Here's hoping they decide to open a High School by the time our sons reach that age. :)

Sunday, BBQ Sunday…read more Good vibes. Proper instructions. Good eats! We grilled pineapples, butternut squash, warm cabbage salad, and spaghetti squash. We smoked and grilled ... Pork, chicken, beef. ... Peach cobbler + Mac & Cheese... Were quite tasty too!

Bring your beverage of choice and enjoy. Great time. Great class. Great food. Infusing was the bestread more