Hi I give James Madison 5 stars because its an amazing school teachers are great and passionate…read moreabout teaching

I was a little apprehensive to put my child in a San Leandro school because I always heard negative…read morethings about the area. I grew up in Orinda which has some of the highest school rankings in the state, in my head I thought that san Leandro would never compare. I will say that my fears/ doubts got put to rest when my son started attending James Madison. Right away my son felt included and like he was part of the community.. I will say the reason that my mind changed was because of Issac's teacher, ( Mr. Baird) and ( Principal Grotke)! Principal Grotke is the kindest man, he smiles at you and has conversations with you.. he really cares about his students and the families of his students. He would also look out for the school and ask parents if they could volunteer or help in any way. Principal Grotke is a very caring, loving person... he's a very peaceful guy. He radiates peace and good energy... I know his job is tough.. I see some parents who break rules and don't follow school procedures... He has always had an optimistic disposition though... Mr. Baird has also made me appreciate this school. He is really nice, mellow, and patient... my son has learned so much from him.. My son now cares more for the environment and animals... This school is so lucky to have Principal Grotke and Mr. Baird.. it is so important that children have supportive people who can help them foster their dreams and help them aim for the stars. My son is lucky that he has crossed paths with these two wonderful people... and that they have helped him build such solid foundations.

Our son has been attending Kindergarten since fall 2021. From the interview last Spring we as a…read morefamily have adored the Vice Principal and Kindergarten teacher, Ms. Scherer. She has been amazing! My husband and I are very pleased with our son's growth socially, emotionally, and academically. The Principal, Mrs. Rocheford shows outstanding leadership through being available weekly for virtual coffee and chatting. She is also very responsive to community concerns, and makes herself available as needed. Everyone is very approachable and welcoming. The sense of community we feel at Assumption is unmatched and as a family we are thrilled to be a part of the parish and school.

Assumption is a wonderful environment for education and community involvement. As a parent of a…read morestudent(s) for the last 6 years and few more to go, I can't recommend this safe, supportive and structured school enough. #assumptionschoolsl #togetherwesoar

I have been fond of Roosevelt for quite some time and have attended several events they have held…read more I love the unity of the parents and their children. My children do not attend but am looking to see how they can come to an awesome school

We love this school. All of our children have gone or are going to Roosevelt. Community feel and…read morethe teachers are amazing.

they don't keep very good records at all!! very unprofessional!! there are a handful of great…read moreteachers in this school but over all my children will not be attending this school again if I can help it! PLEASE DO NOT automatically side with the staff if your child gets in trouble investigate the situation yourself or things can get ugly for your child and your child will be labeled by all staff!! GOOD luck !!!

Fun my mom likes it the most because there's homework for the breaks. The teachers were nice but…read morethe tech teacher is mean.

I don't understand why so many people try to get into this school. The leadership team is a joke…read moreand treat the kids like kindergarteners, and the administration team is a joke, especially Barbara Navarrette. I've never dealt with anyone so full of themself and rude to parents and staff. The only person there that is an asset is Mr. Montano. The high school staff is a complete 180. I would avoid this place if possible.

Looking for a place where your kid can thrive both in and out of the classroom? Well look no…read morefurther! At Woodroe Woods you immediately feel a sense of 'home' when interacting with Maria and a Becky in the office. They make registration easy and hassle free! In the preschool rooms the focus is on developmental and age appropriate explorative play in a safe, warm and encouraging environment. When you reach the Pre-K rooms, you know that your kid will be set up for success in life by creating a space that encourages learning without any pressure, but while also teaching social skills and setting boundaries. Focus is on imaginative play, freedom of choice in activities, lots of outdoor activities and each week has a clear goal. This year's art exhibit turned FUN-raiser was amazing and showcased the various styles of art and famous artist they had been studying. Special shout out to our fantastic pre-k teachers Julie and Tori for an incredible year and an amazing summer program with a new focus each week from great outdoors, to pirates, to bikes and bouncy houses and more. Can't wait to be part of the and experience the elementary program!

Wonderful staff! I can't thank them enough for helping us all create wonderful humans! Their…read moresupport for our son and family has been wonderful. They really care about the whole child, providing stability, structure, and in a fun play based environment!! Thank you!

Can't even park anywhere without getting honked at by STAFF and YELLED at. Beware of the lady with…read morethe grey Lexus and short hair she will yell and honk at you if you're in her way. Let's not forgot this is an elementary school with young children. The anger over parking space is out of control at this school. They need to get more organized.

Teacher are okay. A lot of goose poop and fun because there are movie nights and fun activitiesread more

St. Felicitas Catholic School is a wonderful place to work. Rooted in God's love, we are able to…read morepractice our faith in a safe environment. I have truly enjoyed knowing the many wonderful families in the community. We are all like family! The students are treasurers I am so blessed to teach!

St. Felicitas school provides a welcoming, safe, and academically challenging setting for students…read more We have been with the school for ten years, with one child having graduated last year, and a second currently in middle school. To be clear - I don't believe there are any perfect schools. As with any community of this size, there are many differing opinions, backgrounds, and goals. Constant conversation and compromise are needed. It is for this reason that I give St. Felicitas five stars. We have had many changes and challenges over the past ten years, and in our experience the staff here is wonderfully open to feedback and conversation, which have ultimately resulted in decisions that best benefit the school community as a whole. As with all families, we have experienced a few personal tragedies over the years, including loss of family members. I truly believe that the environment at this school helped my children to face these difficult times feeling supported and safe, and helped them to heal with a trusted community. Members of our staff have also experienced very difficult family losses recently. It was incredible to see how the school came together to support these teachers, through prayer, meal planning, and bringing their families together with our community to help them heal together. St. Felicitas provides a good balance of religion and academics. Students regular attend masses and prayer services, and perform community service, such as helping to host "Young at Heart" for the older members of our parish. In middle school, students are required to perform a minimum amount of community service as part of the curriculum. Parents are also expected to volunteer a certain amount of hours during the school year, which I believe is a benefit. Through this we have formed some amazing friendships with other parents as well as the staff, and as a result truly feel that our voice is heard. As with anything in life, you get back what you put in. This is a community that believes strongly in giving back. My older child is now a freshman at St. Joseph Notre Dame in Alameda. In her first week, she was moved up from Freshman to Sophomore math as she had already mastered algebra while at St. Felicitas. SJND is an academically rigorous school. Thanks to the education she received at St. Felicitas, my child is finishing up her freshman year with a 4.2 GPA. Four of her fellow graduates also moved on to SJND. In the first semester of their freshman year, all five were recognized with "high honors", which requires a GPA greater than 3.5. St. Felicitas is not a 'fancy private school'. It is a tight-knit Catholic community of very hard-working families. If you are looking for a school where your child will learn academically, develop spiritually, learn the value of hard work, and be well prepared to move on to high school, this is the choice for you.

St. Leander School has been a second home for my children for many years. I currently have a 14…read moreyear old in 8th grade and a 10 year old in 5th grade. The teachers are great, especially the middle school teachers and 5th grade teacher who is also the VP. The teachers are responsive and address any questions I have. My 8th grader recently took the HSPT and interviewed with the Catholic HS of her choice. During the interview, the principal from the HS said she loves Saint Leander and all the kids that come from Saint Leander. It really is a close knit community full of diversity and respect for everyone. When the pandemic hit in March 2020, my kids finished the school year virtually. All teachers did a great job keeping them engaged. I took them out for the following year and enrolled them in public school. Both kids were much more advanced in reading, writing, math and science than their peers in public school. Once in person school was available both kids begged to return to Saint Leander. They are much happier to be back!

My son has been going to this school since Kindergarten and absolutely LOVES it!! He's now in the…read more6th grade. As a parent and school board member I love it too. The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating ensuring that no child is left behind. It's a small but mighty community with wonderful families. I recommend to any family interested in sending their child to a faith-based learning environment.