My daughter started at Merryhill Midtown when she was in kindergarten and she had the best teacher…read moreever, Ms. Ramirez. She went above and beyond! She made all the kids feel loved safe and encouraged them to always do their best. She made the first year of elementary school so special and when we look back on fondly. We are now in and absolutely loving Merryhill

My daughter attends Maryhill Midtown, and I honestly can't say enough good things about this…read moreschool. From the moment we first stepped on campus which is now 5 years ago, it just felt different -- warm, welcoming, and full of energy. The teachers are incredible -- caring, attentive, and truly invested in each child's growth. The curriculum strikes such a great balance between strong academics and creative, hands-on learning. My daughter has grown so much in both confidence and curiosity since starting here and even visits her favorite teacher Ms. Castro. The sports programs are another huge highlight! There's such a great community spirit, and it's clear that the staff..shout out to Mr. Kennedy...values teamwork, leadership, and fun just as much as skill. What I love most is how inviting the environment is. You can feel the pride and positivity in everything from the classrooms to the playground. It's a place where kids are genuinely excited to go to school every day. I love every year they have been introducing new electives from sewing to DnD to even a T Swift club that is engaging for everyone. If you're looking for a school that blends strong academics, great extracurriculars, and a warm community -- Maryhill Midtown is a gem. We couldn't be happier.

As a Student the Staff,Teachers, and Principal were great. I had great fun and cherished my time…read morethere.

My kids go to this school. The principal, teachers, and staff members are all excellent. We…read morecouldn't be happier with our choice of school.

Good: Strong teachers, good neighborhood, nicely and…read morerecently renovated campus, good principal. Bad: No after school activities or choices for all children. Only 2-3 clubs and only for upper grades. Ranks poorly on this point compared to other schools. PTA should be more communicative and organized. Seems there is little parent involvement compared to other schools. Unfriendly front office staff

Rude teachers and staff. I have tried to speak w staff multiple times when dropping off or picking…read moreup my child. They blatantly ignore parents who have questions. Treat certain children better than others as an example the same children are called first to leave w their parents while the same others are left for last on a daily basis. The staff has forgotten about treating all parents equally with dignity and respect.

not that good of a school. Students are kinda mean depending on your circle. The food is NASTY so…read moreplease pack lunches for your kids.

A K-8 school with friendly students and staff. Have been here a couple of times for family member's…read moresporting events. Once for a middle school girls soccer game. Staff and students were helpful and kindly showed me where the playing field was. Another time, I attended a basketball rec league game. Again, had trouble finding the gym and the staff were super helpful in helping me find it.

I call Brookfield a unicorn school. We are parents of three children and I wish we had found out…read moreabout Brookfield for our older son who needed a more challenging educational atmosphere. He is now thriving in high school, but I do wish that we had the experience we are having now with him when he was in elementary and middle school. My middle son is a transfer student to Brookfield and my youngest is starting out at the Preschool. About our experience: First, touring the school my husband and I were so impressed by the diversity, the ideology of the school, the atmosphere and the attentive nature of staff and teachers. Second, the fact that they have a preschool/elementary/middle school in one space is dream for us and the way that each grade level has their own space is also incredible. Finally, we were beyond thrilled that our children are not only learning the standard subjects, but they are also have Spanish, Music, P.E and computers almost everyday. This is above and beyond the majority of schools we have toured and researched. Why I highly recommend Brookfield to families: + Education + Testing prior to acceptance to ensure your child/family will be a good fit for the school and assurance that they will thrive at the appropriate grade level +Diversity + Child care before and after school included in tuition + Spanish, Music, Technology and Physical Education classes almost daily +Teachers and staff have a true interest in your child's best interest + Option to have extracurricular activities before and after school + Caters to children who are in preschool-8th grade + Great playground and outdoor seating + Vibrant student culture + Safe and secure + Excellent communication and online access for parents to teachers and administration The list goes on and on...I am thankful to Dr. Jo and all of the staff for creating such an amazing space. Our children are so happy when they get home and look forward to going back to school each day.

My children have been attending Brookfield going on 3 years, and I couldn't be more satisfied. The…read moreeducators truly meet them where they are, providing the right balance of support and challenge while making learning fun along the way. I would definitely recommend checking this school out. You won't be disappointed!

This is one of the best schools in California (it is a California distinguished school). Abundantly…read moreshown through the many awards under this school's belt, ( first place on the nature bowl team, debate team, etc.) a person (teacher, student, or staff) grows significantly after the school years. The teachers are extremely respectful, though not spoiling the kids. At this school, bulling is firmly prohibited. This is an overall great school, and is strongly advised.

The community at AM Winn is kind, welcoming, and open-minded. Every teacher is dedicated and…read morefantastic. This is the underdog of the area Waldorf schools - we are scrappy, diverse, and creative. We have been growing every year. I moved my children here from another Waldorf school, first feeling like it was a risk, but my children and I are so happy we made the move. The low reviews seem to be from people who don't understand what waldorf education is, and are upset their children aren't getting drilled and rigorously tested. Your children will get a good education here, not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well. And the work may sometimes be disguised in song or helping the earth. Raising kind humans takes all those things.

This is a great school and a real community. It gets back to the heart of teaching and not just…read moretesting, and truly allows kids to be kids while reaching them where they are. Before switching my daughter from a college prep to AM WINN I scheduled a visit, did my research on the curriculum, and checked with some coworkers who grew up in a Waldorf education and found that there were so many beneficial aspects. The curriculum is based on what's appropriate for the age and fully submerges them in a subject. The kids learn actual life skills (think in the sense that most middle/high schools lost home economics, cooking, gardening, sewing, cursive, etc - these kids are learning it from K-8). All of the kids play an instrument each year. They transition through various handwork - finger knitting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, etc. And after meeting several kids in the neighborhood I noticed they have such amazing temperaments and spirits and are so welcoming and joyful. I am truly glad that we found AM Winn as my daughter is blossoming in the Waldorf community and education approach. At first glance I believed Waldorf was something only "white, hippie people put their kids in" as I read some reviews on Waldorf education, but I was so wrong for going along with that belief, even if only for a moment. Consider that as adults we all learn differently and receive information differently - so why do we expect our kids to learn one way in school? AM Winn and the Waldorf approach reaches kids by incorporating every learning style. It's a holistic approach with a concern for the mind body and spirit of the child. They will not only learn about a culture/era, but they will build shelters, take a field trip to an exhibit, sing about it, write about it, draw it out, etc. Math is taught in a way for the kids to think through it in various methods, not just regurgitate information. It's age appropriate not where the district says they should be for their funding purposes. And I love that the school is VERY culturally diverse. Had I gone based on some of the school rating websites or testing sites I might have steered from the school, But I toured the school and fell in love. Some of the reports show that it's not diverse, the kids are far behind in subject matter, and it received some negative reviews - that I will say from my experience here that info is false. My daughter is multiracial, and she has a diverse group of friends that don't see color, she is just as knowledgeable in subjects as my step kids who attend another public school, thinks on a deeper level than they do, has developed a strong sense of empathy and justice for others, and we love it here. I've watched my daughter recover from some of the damage that her previous school did to her She previously attended a college prep school that I won't name but literally broke her spirit, and I've known many people who reported the same thing. The kids were expected to "slant" and sit perfectly still while others finished their work, she would get in trouble for READING in class or drawing because she wasn't slanting, and wasn't actually taught to work through a math problem only to memorize answers for timed lessons. There wasn't much play involved with only a tiny jungle gym in the parking lot - she didn't even have the coordination to do the monkey bars. Math was drilled in and time tested, without the proper attention for those that didn't understand. I had to make a change because my daughter who once loved school cried every evening and had anxiety with math. The college prep/common core was not actually taught in a way to solve the problem but merely to memorize and test well for funding. After making the change to AM Winn it was a drastic change in her. It took a moment for her to adjust but she loved it. She gets to be creative. She gets to be free. And most importantly she gets to be a kid- something that many children are missing out on in today's society as we push them to grow up quickly and test well. My daughter has become quite the artist, loves playing the guitar and singing, she's a great story teller and writer, an avid reader and reads 3 grades above her level. I say all of that to say this - just as everyone has their own taste in food, so too our children will have their own taste in learning. As a parent you have to allow them to satisfy that taste and not just force the norm on them. AM Winn might not be the best school for everyone, but for many of these kids a traditional public school that drills in information but doesn't address the heart of the child isn't the best for them. AM Winn reaches for their heart when material is presented and these kids WANT to learn because of it. So if you've made it through reading all of this it's because you're interested in the school and wanted a real opinion on it. I would say your next step is to visit and see if it's right for you and your child.

My favorite school by far. Excellent teachers, great…read morefacility, amazing gymnasium, overall great environment for learning. I can't praise this school enough. Only complaint will be the bathroom situation but other than that it's amazing. Highly recommend this to any family with kids starting middle school!!

I haven't went here yet but I'm planning on it but i hope o get in and it looks like a really good…read moreschool

We love our neighborhood school. Full of dedicated teachers and staff. The principal is amazing and…read moregenuinely cares about the kids. Schools are truly what each parent puts into them. Join the PTA and get involved!

Terrible school. lots of bullying, serious incidents involving kids getting hurt under teacher…read more"care" ...the district does nothing but covers the incidents up and then sends a form to buy additional insurance. Front office is rude, no communication, does not assist the principal . BUT they do assists in covering up incidents. Several kids were seriously hurt, physically, emotionally and mentally. With the exception of 4 teachers, the rest are terrible, just there to get a paycheck. The after school program is about the only good thing- they care about the kids and communicate. Other than the 4 teachers, and after school..nothing good about the school. The District needs to clean up and clean out this school..leave the 4 good teachers, principal and after school...everyone else has to go or get transferred elsewhere. ​

Amazing school with supportive teachers and staff. Principal Dixon is a great leader and…read morecommunicator. He does an amazing job facilitating a cohesive school environment. He is personable, kind, intelligent and genuinely cares about each and every student and parent. David Lubin Elementary has a positive school culture. Inclusivity is embraced on all levels, including differing abilities, gender identities, ethnicity, culture, and socioeconomic status. The PTG is a wonderful group of parents who truly put their all into raising money for the school to have a diverse range of learning experiences and programs at the school. David Lubin also has a top notch Deaf and Hard of Hearing program. The teachers, support staff, interpreters, and aides are very knowledgable, caring, and they absolutely love their job. The Deaf culture is celebrated and there are so many wonderful opportunities of inclusion built into the program. I am so grateful for the time my child spent at David Lubin. It has really been a second home for my child. He loved it so much there and we miss all the wonderful staff. We wish we didn't have to move to the Bay Area.

It all starts at the top and the principal and Ms. Lynn Soto is among best there is for school site…read moreleadership. I am very impressed at the focus in reading, which is the gateway skill to succeed in the state mandated standards based curriculum. The reading program provides for small group instruction utilizing both teachers and aides. There is weekly collaboration of the staff to discuss student progress in reading as well. It makes for a successful program. Most of all, my kindergartener is already reading Dr. Seuss, portions of Harry Potter and many other children's books. Impressive given that the school year is not yet over.