We couldn't be happier with The Magnolia School. Our kindergartener found public school…read moreoverwhelming, so three months into the school year, we made the decision to switch him. The small class sizes and personalized learning at The Magnolia School have truly made a world of difference. The teachers and staff foster a warm, engaging environment where kids can have fun while still learning. Our child is now thriving!

This is a special gem of a place. It's filled with kind, caring compassionate people who teach your…read morekids how they learn. They have a rigorous academic environment while having fun. What a special place to learn and grow.. Truly one of a kind. And the impact on my son and our family has been life changing. The kids learn manners, kindness, friendship, & teamwork on top of the academics.

The teachers, staff and parent involvement make this school. My kids really enjoy the…read moreextracurricular activities that are offered including hip hop club, art club and track club. We are about to undergo a major renovation which will only enhance the positives already mentioned.

Highly recommended school. In 2008, my wife and I informally interviewed about a dozen parents who…read morehave kids attending St. Gabriel's and we toured the campus 3 times. After further research, we moved from the NW Austin Arboretum area in 2009 and moved to Western Travis County so that our children could conveniently attend this specific school. Big validator throughout the past several years: our two boys smile going to school and smile as pick them up. Both boys are thriving, academically and socially. St. Gabriel's certainly delivers an academic advantage, actively presents virtue as a cornerstone, and calls each student to lead. While school administrators are positively engaged, the parents of St. Gabriel's deliver the solid foundation. From there, St. Gabriel's attracts and retains the highest quality faculty and maintains a low teacher to student ratio. Having a choice, my wife and I choose St. Gabriel's Catholic School. Giving back, we accept every volunteer opportunity at this fine academic school.

This elementary school is amazing. Everyone from the front office staff to the leadership to the…read moreteachers and librarians are dedicated to student success and wellness. We couldn't be happier with our sweet neighbor in school!

Best school in the known universe. All the teachers really care what they are doing and have…read morevested interest in all of their students doing well. They are strict on timings and take showing up on time very seriously. Keep up the good work staff!!!

I knew as soon as I step on this beautiful 25 acre campus this was the place for my daughter to…read moreattend. After interviewing 15 schools Austin Waldorf School was it. Kim made us feel right at home when we came for a visit. My daughter told me in the car on our way home mom this is the school for me. She never liked school and wasn't eager to go to school. It was like pulling teeth. When we found out 2 weeks before school started that my daughter got accepted there were tears of joy and happiness from her and I. We knew this was the perfect fit for her. She is so eager to learn and super excited everyday to attend Austin Waldorf School and wants to graduate here. My daughter has blossomed and has grown so much here. The teachers really take their time with the kids and love them as their own. I never experienced the care like they do at Austin Waldorf. The community here is so welcoming. We drive over an hr to get to school and it is well worth it. I cant say enough positive and inspiring words for this school. We made the best fitting and perfect school for my daughter. Thank you Austin Waldorf for this opportunity to teach my child!

Waldorf is such a wonderful education. Unfortunately if the teacher is not great (or going through…read morepersonal crisis and has a large and demanding class) your child will suffer. Steiner's view was to nurture the soul of the child and unfortunately Austin Waldorf is seeming more budget focused and the teacher for our grade certainly really let us down and did not even have the care for us as a family to speak with us directly. I would avoid this particular Waldorf.

This was our first year at Austin Rising School, and it has been a truly wonderful experience. Our…read morechild tends to lose interest easily and hasn't stuck with many programs in the past, so we were pleasantly surprised to see how engaged and happy they were all year long. The school environment is warm, creative, and thoughtfully designed to support each child's individuality. The teachers and director clearly care deeply and foster a genuine sense of connection and curiosity. We're so grateful to have found Austin Rising and are excited to return next year!

We love Austin Rising School! My daughters both have very different learning needs, yet both girls…read morethrive at this school! Their lessons have been sensory rich and in-depth, pulling multiple academic subjects into their lessons. The teachers are fabulous, and as parents themselves, they are truly invested in the school and the progress of the students. I really love the math curriculum (taught by a math specialist) and the project based learning! The take-home bonus is that the students' handmade textbooks for each unit are absolutely incredible and keepsakes for life! This has been a very affordable option for our family, and a better option as I work too much to homeschool full time, and need some support for developing curriculum. I'm especially grateful for the social-emotional learning curriculum and mindfulness lessons the children receive as a group! It makes for a kind and inclusive community!

This is a review for the Dell Performing Arts Center at St. Andrew's Episcopal School - A Hidden…read moreGem! (5/5) We didn't even know this place existed, but what a pleasant surprise! The Dell Performing Arts Center is a small, cozy theater with great views of the stage from every seat. The intimate setting made for a wonderful experience. Parking was convenient, with a lot right in front of the theater and overflow parking available. Check-in for the show was smooth and hassle-free, and there's even a concession stand before you enter. The audio quality was excellent, making every performance clear and engaging. Overall, a fantastic venue for performances--well-organized, comfortable, and a great addition to Austin's arts scene!

We've had 2 students graduate from St. Andrew's in Austin. One entered in 6th grade, the other in…read more9th grade. They did have to take the ISEE entrance exam as well as submit their transcript/report cards from the public schools they'd previously attended as well as sit for interviews. Our kids are also scholarship kids - we are a lower middle-class family who can only afford private school with very significant financial aid. Things to know: You need to start the application process early and turn everything in on time. There is a waiting list to get in, openings fill quickly, and it's not just academics or money that get your kid in - the interview and their other extracurriculars and interests matter. YES, there are some cocky, elitist kids (and parents), as you'll find in most private schools, but there are also many kind, down-to-earth, wonderful students, families, and faculty at SAS. The overall environment is warm and welcoming, and my kids both found a social group there. We didn't love every teacher, but overall, the academic experience was great, and most teachers are both knowledgeable and supportive. Their academic advising program is really helpful because your student has an adult on campus to help advocate for them if they are struggling in class or having difficulty with a teacher. The college counseling program for juniors and seniors is also a serious advantage over public schools. St. Andrew's centers its education around 4 pillars - service, academics, arts & athletics. All students participate in all four pillars, meaning they all have to do arts, they all have to do sports, they all have to do community service, and they all must maintain their grades. I'm grateful our kids were encouraged and held accountable to complete service in the community because it builds empathy and a perspective outside their own lived experiences in the world. St. Andrew's does have chapel daily, but all faiths are welcome, and we found the Episcopal tradition encourages asking questions and thinking deeply about what you believe but also compassion and acceptance of other faiths. I had kids who were not really athletic and didn't want to do sports, but because everyone had to do sports, they weren't the only kids on the team who didn't have prior sports experience, and it turned out to be great for them. They both tried 2 new sports and didn't regret it. Where can a student join a team sport in high school, with no prior experience, in the public school setting? Just about nowhere. So, the team sports experience was a real positive for our family. Our kids are artsy, one a painter and writer and the other a vocalist, and they both found places to excel in their interests, through studio art and building a portfolio, to creative writing as an elective and the opportunity to be published in the school literary journal, through musical theater and the competitive select choir. Academically, there are not many AP classes, compared to some public schools who offer pre-AP and then AP classes, because the standard-level classes at SAS are taught at what would be considered AP level in public schools; however, there are still advanced upper-level AP courses in math, science, history, and languages. Their language program is also exceptional: they only offer Mandarin, Latin & Spanish, but they start in 6th grade and go all the way through AP-level language courses, so a kid can graduate with 6 years of language, and there are many opportunities for competitions and trips that deepen their understanding of the language they have chosen. Both of my students have mild learning disabilities, but we found the support they needed to build good study habits, seek out tutoring, and advocate for themselves, and though they may not have been in the top of their class at St. Andrew's, they did well on SAT/ACT and found themselves more than prepared for college and have experienced success after leaving SAS. They're both grateful for their time at St. Andrew's, and we as parents believe it was definitely worth it.

We highly recommend Guidepost Montessori Westlake to any family looking for a nurturing and…read morehigh-quality Montessori toddler and preschool program in the Westlake / Austin area. Our son has been attending Guidepost Montessori Westlake since he was 18 months old, and now at almost 4 years old we couldn't be happier with our experience. Our son has a big personality and can be very energetic, and the guides have always met him with incredible patience, kindness, and understanding. We've seen amazing growth in his social skills and language development, and he has become much more confident communicating with both children and adults. A very special thank you to Ms. Angela and Ms. Jacqueline. They are truly wonderful guides who care deeply about the children. Their calm, nurturing approach has made such a positive difference for our son. They were also incredibly supportive during potty training, approaching it with patience and encouragement, which made the process so much easier for our family. The school environment is beautiful, clean, and thoughtfully prepared, and the administration is always organized, responsive, and supportive. We also love the enrichment programs offered at the school like Kinder Dance, piano lessons, Spanish, and sports, which give the children wonderful opportunities to explore different interests. Most importantly, our son is happy and excited to go to school every day, which says everything. We feel very grateful to be part of the Guidepost Montessori Westlake community. Parent perspective: "As a parent, there is nothing more reassuring than knowing your child is safe, respected, and truly cared for every day. Guidepost Montessori Westlake has been an incredible place for our son to grow." If you're a parent looking for a thoughtful, patient, and well-run Montessori toddler or preschool program in Westlake or Austin, this school is truly a special place for children to learn, grow, and thrive

We have been extremely satisfied with the care and attention our son has received in the two and a…read morehalf years he has been enrolled here. Activities are well thought-out and there is ample time built into each day for arts & crafts, reading books, playground time, and other activities (and oh yes, the all-important nap!). The staff-to-child ratio is higher than what we have seen at other daycares and the current head of school, Courtnee, has gone above and beyond in getting to know each child and their parents. One benefit to a Montessori model is having mixed age classrooms. Especially with the toddler room (18 months - 3 yrs), it provides the opportunity for younger kids to see behavior and action modeled by older kids, particularly with potty training. Our son can see children of the same age or slightly older go through that step and I think it has taken out much of the anxiety. He has picked up good habits such as helping to clean up and put things back, sharing, and being kind to others, and I am confident he is safe, well cared for, and growing while at Guidepost.

Joslin is a really nice school! I'm just always surprised when people haven't heard of it. What…read moresold us in the school when we were moving from NY, was pre-k teacher was Mrs.harris! Hands down she is awesome teacher who cares about her students! I love how she has fostered a sense community with among the parents. Til this day I'm still close to parents who no longer with school. Mrs. Branch is another great teacher for kindergarten and had increased my daughters' live for the sciences. She is another teacher who is invested in her students and I like that! Joslin does have a great staff all around. I appreciate that you can eat breakfast and lunch with the kiddos. I also love that they offer hands on gardening education where the kids will tend to their grade level gardening beds. There has great improvement to the beautification of the school and proud of what our PTA members has done to make this happen. There are still room for improvement but overall we are happy be a Joslin Jaguar

Joslin has been a great school to teach at for 10 years! The families have always been supportive…read morein and out of the classroom. I'm also a parent of a happy Joslin Jaguar who is in third grade this year. Come check out this amazing community for yourself!