This school/district is dedicated to the betterment of all their students. The staff are all…read moremotivated to deliver the very best educational experience to every child that walks through their doors. Everyone is professional, highly educated and willing to go that extra mile to see everyone succeed. The principal there is very hard working and dedicated to the betterment of ever student and staff member here. She goes up and beyond to ensure the school, staff, and students have everything they need to succeed.

As a social worker I spend a lot of time going in and out of Detroit public schools. I see some…read morethings that really make the hair stand up on the back of my neck. And then, occassionally, I see a few gems. This school is one of those gems. UPA and University Prep High School both use project-based learning so that kids can really focus on the things that interest them. All students do regular internships which are supervised by a local field instructor and a teacher (they get school credit for the internship). This gives them a chance to refine their interests and get exposed to the work world. But, a few things to note. UPA is a bit overrated in terms of it's academic rigor. Although it is a world above most of the DPS schools I visit, not all graduates are going to be prepared to start at a mid-range or top tier university. I've seen kids advanced from grade to grade (particularly in math) who really don't have the basics down well enough. And, another important thing to remember about UPA is that their teaching approach does not work for all students. Some kids need a lot more structure and will flounder when given so much academic freedom and responsibility for their own education. Parents of UPA students need to stay in close contact with the teachers and review their student's work on a very regular basis. Overall, this is a great school. The campus is well laid out, the rooms are clean and things are in repair. There's not a lot of violence. The teachers and staff are very good at communicating with parents and they take a personal interest in their students.

I think its good for the city. Nice looking charter school. We went to take my god daughter b-day…read morecupcakes. You sign in and have to call to confirm. They require the kids to do an expedition project every month which is a good thing for kids to do in my opinion helps them to discover something new. You have to stand in a long line of cars just to pick up your kid but that's better than leting them run around and risk someone taking them. Great School Donate today!!!

Daycroft is a school unlike any other…read more The Montessori philosophy is the foundation of what makes Daycroft so amazing. The kids that attend Daycroft are genuinely some of the nicest kids I've ever met. There is a huge emphasis placed on the "culture of kindness" and it shows every day. Children are treated with respect, and therefore respect one another. When behavior issues arise, children are counseled through it by their teachers, not simply punished. There is an emphasis on understanding and empathy rather than control. A HUGE reason this is possible is the faculty to student ratio. Every grade-level classroom has two full-time, certified teachers. The class sizes are nearly always 20 kids or less, so that's a 10-to-1 ratio max most of the time. When they go to specials (music, art, gym, Spanish, library, and technology), each class is split in half (half go to music and half to art, for example, then they switch) to preserve that ratio- unless the class makes more sense to have more kids (such as gym or orchestra). Daycroft is a school where everyone knows everyone by name- students know and are friends with other students at other grade levels, teachers know students' names in grades other than just the ones they teach, and specials teachers get to teach the same kids for up to nine years. The bond that is created with such a close-knit community is special. Daycroft is a family.

Our family has been at Daycroft Montessori for four years and are starting our fifth year. We…read morehighly recommend the school. We annually renew our decision to enroll at Daycroft due to the following: 1. The Montessori philosophy: mixed-age classrooms, children work uninterrupted on learning activities that they freely choose from a teacher-created set of options, children primarily learn by working hands-on with a myriad of subject-appropriate materials rather than verbal instructions from an instructor, and work plans designed for each individual child to the point that, depending upon the needs of the child, work plans can range from daily to weekly in duration. 2. Two teachers in each Daycroft classroom. This translates into a ratio of approximately one teacher for every 10 students. 3. The extraordinary religious, racial, and ethnic diversity of the children enrolled at Daycroft. For those of you reading this review who are new to the Montessori philosophy, let me explain that Montessori means disciplined choice. There is zero chaos in a Daycroft Montessori classroom. There may be a quiet hum, or happy chatter, but no chaos. From their workplan, children choose which item to address when. They are taught how to effectively focus and not interrupt other children's work. Because workplans are individualized to best fit their learning style, the children become deeply engaged. Before they move on to a new activity, the children must clean up their current activity. So, classrooms are tidy, calm, and, at the end of the day, everything is back in its place. We particularly love the diversity of the Daycroft families. Because it's so diverse, children learn experientially about the many skin tones, religions, & ethnicities. The teachers invite families in to share their rituals, foods, and experiences. Parents have the opportunity to become as involved as desired. I've volunteered in the classroom and my husband has volunteered in after-school. (There are quite a number of after-school activities for the children.) Daycroft has two locations. The Zeeb campus is K-6. Our family's experience has been at the Zeeb campus, which is where I will focus my review. The building is in excellent condition; bright, clean, and well-designed. It includes the K-6 classrooms, a robust library, media center, well-appointed art room, music room with risers and instruments, multi-purpose room (used for lunch, spanish, and after-care), kitchen, gym/auditorium, science room, sickroom, and administrative offices. All classrooms have smartboards and other types of technology (computers, etc). All children at Daycroft have Spanish twice a week and upper grades learn additional languages, and the etymology of language. Musical instruments are introduced at an early age, and increasingly sophisticated instruments are added as the children progress through the grades. There is an orchestra, choir, and band, and the children perform a concert semi-annually. Annually, in the spring, there is an all-school musical that is amazing. Every child is involved - creating the sets, singing in the chorus, and/or being on-stage. At Daycroft, children have choices appropriate to their age and abilities. All subjects are taught extensively and deeply throughout the children's time at Daycroft. For example, geometry and algebra are introduced in pre-school; each year, a child's learning of such subjects advances in sophistication. Because the children have individual workplans and uninterrupted worktime, they progress at their pace (with the teacher's encouragement and guidance, of course). What the children learn at Daycroft is far advanced from what my husband and I were taught at the same ages in our own school experiences. The administrative and teaching staff are always available to the parents. Two years ago, our daughter hit a personal "bump in the road". We spent time with her teachers and the head of school to work through this and found the experience to be very gratifying. All of us worked collaboratively to help our daughter traverse the situation successfully. From a distance, I've noted this scenario repeated successfully with other children at Daycroft. All children, at some point, will need some extra attention and the Daycroft staff has the time and commitment to provide it. From a physical perspective, children have gym three or four times per week. Plus, of course, recess. At the Zeeb campus, there are two playgrounds with age-appropriate equipment - one for lower elementary and a second for upper elementary. Zeeb has a garden, pond, and wetlands for the children to use in their curriculum. Some classrooms also include yoga daily for the children which has been a wonderful thing. Check out Daycroft Montessori - you'll be glad you did.

Love the school is beautiful and all the eats are nice except for like two I love the principal of…read morethe elementary

Detroit Waldorf holds a special place in the Waldorf movement as one of the oldest and most…read morerespected Waldorf schools in North America. But what makes DWS exceptional is that it doesn't rest on legacy--it continues to evolve, innovate, and lead in holistic, human-centered education. It strikes a rare balance: deeply rooted in Waldorf pedagogy while embracing fresh ideas, diverse voices, and the needs of a changing world. The curriculum is thoughtfully structured yet remarkably adaptive, offering students both the rhythm of tradition and the freedom to grow into their full potential. The faculty blends long-time Waldorf educators--wise, stable, and deeply committed--with newer teachers bringing fresh passion and creativity to the work. DWS is also led by one of the strongest administrative teams and boards in the Waldorf movement--people of vision, integrity, and deep dedication to both tradition and transformation. If you're seeking a school with strong academics, soulful artistry, and a vibrant, inclusive community, Detroit Waldorf School is a place you must experience.

I think the Detroit Waldorf School is a treasure. A wonderful school with happy children. It can…read morebe life changing for a child and his or her family!

This school is the most amazing, I have sent my daughters too. We started at East arbor which…read morecompletely did nothing for their education. My kids couldn't even read and they were in second grade. I transferred them to keystone and by April my kids have surpassed their grade level reading and now are at the top of the class. This school does NOT take bullying. I've seen several kids get suspended/expelled for fighting and bullying in general. Every school is going to have its pros and cons but this school is absolutely one of the best for curriculum, and attention to detail when teaching you're children. I strongly feel that if you have the chance to send you're children here that they would benefit from not only educational but morally too. This is the best school for lots of children and these schools vary based on each individual school so judging all based on one won't work. You'll have to see for yourself! Truly great school!! I wouldn't send my kids anywhere else. If I could give them 10 stars I would definitely go above and beyond because that's the kind of school they are! Please only take into consideration ADULT reviews. I seen a review from a student complaining about homework. This school is suppose to prep them for college and go above and beyond educational requirements to have them college bound. A large part of the curriculum for junior high is homework because you have to practice to understand!! If you want you're children to have a great education and achieve great success then you're looking at the perfect school!

This is our first year here, and we could not be happier! We love the staff, teachers, and other…read morefamilies! I was worried because I knew my son needed speech services along with an IEP; however the whole process was amazing and I couldn't have dreamed for it to go any better! We love Keystone!

This place is great! The best teachers and my daughter knew how to write her name before leaving…read morepreschool. The teacher prepares the kids for kindergarten Mrs. Kaiser is one of the best and my daughter is 9 but, still remembers her and the great experience. My older 2 went to Jefferson's preschool and although the teacher was great it was not worth the money and did not teach the kids as much as this place.

We love Eastwood! I excellent staff and facilities! My husband and I both graduated from Eastwood…read morein 2004, we now have a fourth grader there ourselves :)

Our son was the second child at Happy Days and this place was a life saver! After our first daycare…read moredidn't leave us with "warm and fuzzies" our search was on for a place our infant could call home and Happy Days was it! It has been great to be able to be involved and feel like his care is more of an extended family rather than a "center". Our son has grown into a bright and caring little boy with many friends and teachers he feels are like family. The creating and growing preschool and pre-k have been so wonderful in allowing continuity and learning and we truly appreciate the great job Happy Days does on a daily basis!

We brought our infant here from 3months-6months. It was a second choice daycare as we waited for…read morean opening at our first choice daycare. The best thing about this place were the infant teachers. They have since left, so there is no reason to bring your kids here. The daycare is a mess, they lost our payment once, and it's kind of gross in there. We moved our son to Dorothy's Discovery Daycare, and while it's more expensive, it's a much better place, and they treat their staff better. I am so glad we only needed to go here for a few months. I would honestly look elsewhere. None of the staff that we loved ended up staying, they have all since left, and some have even ended up working at Dorothy's!