I don't know if I could ever say enough good things about this school, but I will try. My kids have…read morebeen to a number of public and private schools in Jacksonville and none were perfect fits. However, when we came to Harvest, all of that changed. The focus is on kids learning, in a positive Christian environment, and not on homework testing and peer pressure. My kids have really excelled in academics and THEY ARE SO HAPPY each day they go to school and when they come home. With the added benefit of dual enrollment classes, most kids finish with college credits when the graduate. While the small Christian environment will not be for everyone, it has certainly served my kids well.

We have attended Harvest from Pk-4th grade and back to 9th grade. This school is great, they love…read morethe kids, they teach them well, high school is college prep and they treat the older kids with responsibility so they learn. Great community here and I would recommend to all.

My daughter is in her third year of high school at Greenwood school in the Arlington area. This is…read morea school for special children who may learn differently and require closer, caring support. The classes are small. The curriculum is challenging. I'm very pleased with their new Principal. Their Music program is the best. It is a bit pricey... but worth it. Recommend!

After spending time in the public school system since Pre-K, along with a stint at a private school…read morewhich has since closed, my twin sons, now 22 years old, began attending Greenwood in the 6th grade. Both of my sons had completed an assessment for admission to Greenwood a couple of years prior, but did not meet the requirements at that time. I was disappointed, because I'd heard great things about Greenwood. Alas, Greenwood knew what they were doing. My boys just weren't ready yet. That's the kind of caring you will find at Greenwood! Any school could enroll students just to fill seats. But the head of school (Mrs Connell, now retired) at the time knew my sons would be in over their heads if they started Greenwood when we first applied. My mother was a teacher. So I've always been acutely aware of what teachers do and have nothing but respect for teachers! I certainly appreciate and wanted a good education for my sons, but trying to find and finance it as a single Mom was not easy. One day, though, the stars aligned, my boys were accepted at Greenwood, and with the help of the McKay Scholarship and financial aid through the generosity of others, my children were where they needed to be, to be their best. Of course, not every student will be a perfect fit at every school. But if your child has an IEP, has learning differences and could benefit from educators who understand that; as well as smaller class sizes - I urge you to check out Greenwood. I will forever be grateful to the faculty & staff at Greenwood... For treating my sons as individuals...for providing an optimum environment...for helping them grow in numerous aspects. I could go on! Greenwood is much more than just a private school. There is a difference at Greenwood. If you are searching for a positive change and a better situation for your child, please consider Greenwood.

Incredible place to go to school. I was a graduate and both of my kids were too. Opportunities…read moreabound in a safe space to learn. Expensive but worth it.

This is a awesome private school the character of the school is amazing my children are happy about…read morethis.

I am going to this school currently and personally, I do not like going here. The teachers, some of…read morethe people, in my personal opinion, suck! Like, not even in a mean way but in a more "truth hurts" kind of way. Clear or mesh backpacks is what I hate as well. It doesn't make sense to have one although they search your bag at the door anyways! And the front desk people don't listen to complaints about some students! I got to this school thinking it would be a good school, but in reality, it isn't a good school, as you can tell by the other words. Do better please

When I became a student at Sandalwood it was 7th - 12th grade. A decade later, my younger brother…read morewent there for 9th -12th. My youngest child is now in her second year (10th grade) there. Yes, there have been changes. It's nowhere near as bad as these reviews imply, though. It is definitely above average for a public high school in Duval County. For reference, I have 3 children in their 20's who have graduated from Terry Parker (2) and Paxton (1).

My kids are so happy here! I have never felt so comfortable leaving them with people outside my…read morefamily!

It is incredibly concerning to see this Academy remove a 2 year old from the school for…read morebiting-something that is widely recognized as developmentally normal behavior at that age. Toddlers are still learning how to communicate, regulate emotions, and interact with others. Biting, while not ideal, is a common phase that one would think that trained childcare professionals/ teachers should be prepared to handle with appropriate strategies, patience and guidance. This situation raises serious questions about the staffs training and their ability to manage age-appropriate behaviors. A quality daycare/Academy should have clear polices in place not only to address behaviors like biting, but also to support both the child exhibiting the behavior and the children affected by it. Simply removing the child suggests a lack of resources, understanding, or the willingness to work through typical development challenges. The easy solution is to call the parents to pick up their child. Parents should feel confident that their childcare provider is equipped to create a safe, supportive environment for all children, if your child is bitten, it is absolutely valid to ask what measures are being taken to prevent incidents and teach appropriate behavior. Likewise, if a daycare/school's response to normal toddler behavior is exclusion rather than education and intervention that's something every parent should take seriously.

Worst school ever worse than boarding school winter as a student one time they announced that a…read morestudent got pushed through a window and broke his arm and there was blood everywhere and glass. Do not recommend not put your kids through this hell.

I am a student at this school. As long as you suck up to the administration, they will change your…read moregrades from failing to passing. Hell, I'm on the A/B honor roll even though I was failing a teacher's class!

Warning to Parents of Children with Autism in Jacksonville, Florida…read more Stay far away from The Broach School. I provided the school with everything they requested for my son's enrollment -- including his ABA treatment plan and his IEP, which clearly outlined all of his behaviors and symptoms. On top of that, I personally described his needs and challenges in detail so they would be fully aware of what to expect. Despite knowing all of this, they went ahead with enrollment, accepted the scholarship funding, and kept him in school -- until he displayed behaviors. At that point, instead of supporting him, they decided they could no longer handle him and expelled him after just 13 days. Now I'm being told they're allowed to keep a quarter of his state scholarship for students with unique abilities, simply because he was enrolled for at least 10 days. What makes this worse is that he displayed behaviors before that 10-day mark, which makes me feel like they intentionally kept him enrolled long enough to bill the scholarship, knowing they wouldn't actually support him. Why should they be paid more than what they actually worked for my child? Why are schools allowed to advertise that they specialize in children with autism -- when they clearly cannot handle autistic children? My son is 8 years old, nonverbal, and has Level 3 autism. I went above and beyond to explain all of this before enrollment, but it didn't matter. During enrollment, the staff seemed caring and kind. Now that I am requesting they not bill for the full quarter -- so that I might have some of those scholarship funds to find another school -- their attitude has completely changed. They've become nasty and are hiding behind what they can "legally bill." As a parent of a child with severe autism, I already face daily struggles. To then deal with schools like this -- who exploit vulnerable children, parents, and state funding -- is devastating. I will continue to speak out about The Broach School. No parent should ever have to go through this.

My daughter has had a highly unsatisfying experience with broach.going for orientation I really…read morebelieved this was the answer. My daughter is in 3rd grade being given kindergarten work and 1st grade work.her teach us supposed to be teaching all 3 grades .sad.all that money they are getting from families, from grants and they are unable to provide a playground or a hot meal. I am completely unsatisfied and will be moving my daughter next week

This establishment is family owned and they're a wonderful family! Mrs Karen always makes sure all…read morethe rules and regulations are followed to the T. She has very good teachers for the little ones! My grandson loved it there! Her VPK graduation class is always huge and a very big deal to them! The teachers and the children put on an elaborate program every year at graduation! WONDERFUL PLACE FOR YOUR CHILDREN!

My son went there from the age of 2 all the way to VPK. He went to kindergarten already reading,…read moreable to do basic math and knew his shapes and colors. They definitely get them ready for school. He was never scared or unhappy to go there. He had a great teacher (Miss D) who had a firm but caring way (he needed that!). He is well adjusted and socialized and loved his teachers, including subs or rotating scheduled ones. We were kept well informed of any needs for improvement so we could coach him and work with them to help with social concerns. I would have to run back to his classroom to get a forgotten hat, coat, etc and when walking through the classrooms I couldn't help but notice how fresh it smelled. You could tell the end of day was dedicated daily to CLEANING. They wouldn't let him stay if he was sick. (I had him at a private daycare previously that didn't even inform me until I went to pick him up that he had a 104 fever and was bright pink *AND* other children were playing around him: NOT ALLENS, ( this was at Casper, Stephanie Family Care). He was isolated, up front and not around other children when I came to get him. They even called me with a "Hey, he has had a few episodes of diarrhea, one more and you will have to come get him. It's helpful to a working mom to put in a notice instead of just dropping trough. Honestly though, he was rarely sick at this daycare. We were worried since we hear about sick kids at daycare spreading, but it seemed he only caught stuff from us, not the other way around. We still use them for holidays when school is closed and they are very reasonable. I would recommend them to anyone who asked. They may not be the most modern, but I felt secure (cameras everywhere, Grandma got questioned thoroughly until they got to know her) and didn't have any bad "Mom vibes".

Episcopal School of Jacksonville is one of the best high schools in Jacksonville. Located on the…read morebanks of the St. John's River, it feels like a small college once you step foot on campus. With a multitude of opportunities for students to get involved in school, from athletics and arts to student organizations and community service, this school truly prepares them for life beyond high school.

The Episcopal school was established in 1966. It is a private, coeducational college preparatory…read moreschool in Jacksonville, Florida. While I have never had a child of my own attend, many of my friends attended when I was in high school and currently many of my friend's children attend. The riverfront property is beautiful, open, and certainly lends itself to a setting of peace, learning, and opportunity. The educational staff is caring and learned. The student body enrollment is between 800-900, permitting a small and intimate learning environment. The school promotes a well rounded school experience: Academics, Arts, Sports, and of course has a religious component. However, the school is open to students with diverse socio-economic and religious backgrounds. It is expensive, but if you are interested I suggest you make an appointment and speak with someone about possible financial options available.