The Howard School is a gem! The staff is very committed to the students, and they want these…read morestudents to be the people of the future. Students are greeted by the principal each morning and every student is known on a first-name basis. Class sizes are small allowing the teachers to focus on each child's needs and goals. If you are looking for a kind, caring community, and a wonderful emotional and academic experience then look no further.

We are incredibly lucky to have found this school in the small community of Carpinteria. At Howard…read morethere is a big emphasis in the development of children as people, not just as students. You can see this in the way that the older students interact with the younger students. They seem to really have gained strong interpersonal skills specifically - emotional intelligence, responsibility, and empathy. The small class sizes and a strong emphasis on higher level thinking within the curriculum are really what makes this school great. We've loved every teacher we've met. There is no place I would rather have my children. I can't recommend it enough.

Our son attended CSI for 1 week during Summer 2017 and for 2 weeks during Summer 2018. He had a…read moretotal blast! Last year, he learned about CSI from one of his close friends at his local school. This year, he encouraged more two friends from his school to join as well. All had a wonderful time. Between the CSI @ CSI (Crime Scene Investigation) course to kayaking and surfing and fun activities in between, his voice was completely hoarse when we talked to him at the end of each day. He takes away some excellent experiences and lasting friendships; exactly what summer camp is supposed to be.

They're the best camp as far as I know!! Well organized and they teach the beat part of the Cate…read moreschool. My daughter is definitely going back!!

Went here for a water polo match. You can see the ocean and the pool was really nice. They had…read moreplastic instead of metal bleachers so they were. Little more comfortable. Comfortable lounge chairs and a really nice pool and when choosing a school it's all about the beach and the pool.

I am a current student. Pacifica is a very specific program for those interested in an incredibly…read moreunique approach to psychology. I have found the professors, administration and staff to be exceptionally mature and patient. It is a place for serious scholarship in the Depth field- a field of study that can be very challenging. But for those who feel the call to this challenge, this institute can hold you.

now suing this school for withholding my grades even with proof and agreement from professor.read more

Kinderkirk has given so much more than I could've asked in the last almost year my son has been…read morethere. He has become so incredibly social, talkative, intuitive, he has wonderful manners, and truly enjoys all of his teachers. The best is when I witness him hug his teachers just because he wants to and then proceeds to tell me all the wonderful things they did throughout the day. My husband went to kinderkirk when he was younger and to now have our son there, is not only special but so close to our heart! Thank you KKK staff for all that you do!

From the owner: Kinderkirk provides a high quality Early Childhood program with a nurturing indoor and outdoor…read moreenvironment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, creative and spiritual development of young children. Kinderkirk has many classrooms including an "outdoor classroom", a large vegetable and flower garden, a Resource Center, a carpentry area and an Inclusion Program through the Santa Barbara County Schools. Kinderkirk is an integral part of the Carpinteria Valley educational community.