While I've run by Ransom a few times and used their restroom, I've also heard that tuition is…read moreprohibitive for most families in this old private school in Coconut Grove. The location is however beautiful and the grounds also. This time my visit took me to the Auditorium to watch the Alhambra Orchestra play a few pieces most notably from Beethoven and Dvorak. A colleague plays French Horn and it was my first time watching him play. The auditorium is spacious with large center aisles; it has two levels and also has ample seating for approximately 300 persons. Alhambra Orchestra is funded through the generous donations of its members and participants. It is not a professional ensemble and all the artists donate their time so that we might enjoy classical music. All of the concerts are free. The next venue is October 29th at the Arsht Center and you can get free tickets online on October 18th. (http://www.arshtcenter.org/mobile/calendar/?srcid=5282&id=5282&epslanguage=en) We were seated in the box seats closest to the Orchestra and which is the best spot to see all of the artists and probably also had the best acoustics. Classical music is definitely not dead. Afterwards, free punch and cookies were served and I spent some time with Alejandro to get his perspective on how he came to be so dedicated to his craft, the French Horn. I learned he practices 1.5 hours a day which on the balance is a lot for an unpaid position. He said he also plays with a professional Orchestra but it does not meet frequently. In contrast, professional positions in the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in will earn starting salaries of $140,000 but they also practice 3 hours daily and meet with the Orchestra another 8 hours. It's a full time job. He had tried to audition 12 years earlier but didn't make the cut. His day job is in IT which pays the bills but Alejandro's passion is the French Horn and perhaps one day he will be able to make it. If you have the opportunity to see a concert here I highly recommend it.

This review is based on the wonderful program I attend there on Monday nights! The Children's…read moreBereavement Center is a grief and loss program where children and adults go to support each other and share their experiences about their loss. The staff is so caring, Kathy Kramer is a wonderful coordinator, the facilitators are extremely nice and you really feel like they truly care! The campus itself is very beautiful with ya pic size pools, fully equipped eating facilities and trees all over the campus!

Not the time to choose this school. Costs 40K a year and it'll keep on going up because the waiting…read morelist is crazy. You'll only survive in this school if you are invisible or rich to donate a few thousand a month. They dont care about kids, they just care about money. Lower and middle school are amazing. But high school is under the direction of a man who doesnt care about the kids or their wellbeing. He just cares about liabilities and donations. And it is not worth what it costs. Theres great schools in the area that cost way less or even free that will give you the same opportunities, minus the glitter (decorations, useless events, dances, you wouldnt believe it

I was a student at Gulliver for 8 years. There are some great teachers and some not so great…read moreteachers. Over the years, i saw the quality of the school go down, especially with the new administration. They started packing the school with more than the legal limit of students. They were caught by the city of Pinecrest for having 100 students over the limit, destroying the "small classroom setting" they claim to cultivate. The student body has some bright minds but also many sub par and low quality students that have no interest in learning. They find ways and make classes for rich kids with low GPAs. I definitely do not recommend this school.

Teachers are not all qualified. Be careful when sending your children on school tours. The group…read moreleader and chaperones are notorious for keeping the tips that are supposed to be for Bus drivers, guides and tour directors. They also neglect the kids on trips and treat it as of they were on vacation and not the kids.

Think carefully before applying. Carrollton will gladly take your application and money even if the…read morehave absolutely Zero seats available for the grade you are applying or your child does not meet their desired minimum GPA score. They will keep you in the dark until it is too late there is no chance for you to apply to any other school. They will discriminate you two ways: not smart enough and not rich enough. Gone are the days when Christian schools were all about teaching and welcoming students of all kinds. This one is all about ratings, prestige and selectivity. They do not represent Christian values in their admission process which lacks transparency and truthfulness.

Florida Christian provides students with opportunities for success given that they offer 3 levels…read moreof course rigor all while fostering spiritual growth by cultivating faith. Faith primarily & Family involvement are key and at the heart of what the school exemplifies! So grateful our family gets to be a part of this beautiful community!

Our child has applied to this school for three consecutive years. We come from a strong Christian…read morefamily, and our faith and Christian values were a major reason we continued pursuing this school. Each year, our child completed the observations and assessments and received nothing but positive feedback about how well they did. Yet every year, we were waitlisted and ultimately never offered admission, without ever receiving a genuine explanation as to why. After three years, this process has left us questioning how fair and transparent admissions truly are and whether status, connections, favoritism, or nepotism play a role. From our experience, the process simply did not reflect the honesty, fairness, sincerity, and Christian values we expected from a faith-based school. As a Christian family, we have prayed about it and come to believe that perhaps God was protecting our child from an environment that was not meant for them. If this is how families are made to feel during admissions, we can only question what the culture is like on the inside. After three years of disappointment, we will not be applying again. Christian values should be demonstrated through actions, not simply through a school's name or reputation.

I really like my school and I very much enjoy being with my friends and and most of the teachers !read more

Pinecrest Preparatory Middle High is a standout institution, offering an exceptional educational…read moreexperience that truly earns its 5-star rating. The school excels in fostering academic excellence, with a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for success in higher education. Its dedicated and highly qualified teachers create a supportive, engaging environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. Beyond academics, Pinecrest provides a wealth of extracurricular activities, from athletics to arts, encouraging well-rounded development. The school's commitment to individualized attention ensures that each student receives the guidance they need to succeed. With a strong sense of community, a focus on character development, and a track record of impressive achievements, Pinecrest Preparatory is a top-tier choice for middle and high school education.

Amazing school! Teachers and staff are awesome and the families are united and participative. Great…read moreacademics, heterogeneous group of students and great centric location. We love West Lab!

Great school! Would highly recommend it to anyone with children ages 2-5! My child absolutely loves…read morethis school. Teachers are great and they have a lot of fun activities. They also have summer camp which is awesome!

Me encanta esta Escuela . agradecida de que mi hija pueda estudiar aquí. Ella tomó buena decisión…read moreen elegir esta escuela.

DO NOT COME HERE. I was a student at Archbishop Coleman Carroll and my life sucked here. First of…read moreall, you need to pay 5$ for dress down days! The school lunch is overpriced and it taste terrible. The bathrooms are disgusting! the locks on the bathroom stalls don't even work and the urinals don't even have separators. The academics at this school are horrible, they don't offer any AP and the clubs are not that good. There is no school spirit, the pep rallies and events are very repetitive and boring. No one in the school is truly happy and most people at the school are forced to come here or got rejected from their first high school of choice. Do not come here it is a scam and a money grab