The United School is a wonderful small school dedicated to the needs of children on the spectrum…read more After our grandson spent a year in the Scottsdale School District's developmentally delayed pre-school program, we (parents and grandparents) knew that there had to be a better school experience/fit for our little guy. We found The United School (needed grade 1 and higher) while our grandson attended Kindergarten at another small, yet excellent, inclusive pre-school/Kindergarten in North Scottsdale. The facilities at USFA are outstanding, the teachers and staff are professional, knowledgeable, and caring, and there are a variety of elective classes during the regular school day, in addition to after-school clubs that are varied and interesting. Speech and occupational services are available for an additional fee, but the therapists hold sessions at school and accept ESA funds. The school holds parent-teacher conferences on a regular basis, and students are tested regularly in specific subjects in order to ascertain concrete achievement, which facilitates the movement to a higher level of study. In addition, the school has full-time BCBA's on campus, who help facilitate the achievement testing. One of the highlights of each quarter is The Student Showcase, which highlights the wonderful work that students produce throughout each quarter. Our grandson has attended USFA for three years; he loves going to school. And we love seeing his smiling face at the end of each school day.

If you have child that is high functioning child that can get overwhelmed easily from having high…read moredemands and needs structure and patience to flourish, stay away from this place. The teachers are overwhelmed and don't have enough support to handle high demand ASD kids especially ones that require outside the box thinking specialist and ones that require unique curriculum to help them grow. The school forced my daughter to do lower grade academics and then tried to say that I wasn't happy with her academic achievement! She received 100% in her Language Arts 3rd grade 4th quarter and they still insisted that she wasn't ready for 4th grade due to behaviors. Since the start of the school year, my daughter struggled with the high demand that was being placed on her to fit into their programs and she was purposely placed in lower academic curriculum due to her behavior and I tried to constantly advocate that the behaviors were due to boredom but no one would listen to me. I was told that until my daughter started following directions and behaviors improve, her academic would stay the same. I just recently had my daughter's IQ tested and it came back top 5%. She tested into 5th grade reading and 7th grade spelling; her math was behind because the school refused to teach her grade level math telling me initially that she was behind and then they said oh we are too ahead in the curriculum and we can't have her join the 3rd grade class then they wanted me to get her caught up during the summer if she wanted to be in 4th grade. The owner (Victoria) just doesn't really care about your children. Your child is just $$$$ to her. She just wants the money and wouldn't care if your child succeeded or not. They have also had such a huge turn over with their staff and I am not surprised at all. The only reason I tried this place was cause of the so called "great reviews". I usually don't like to place reviews, but I just had to share since so many people recommend this school! I would be very careful with placing my child here.

I went to this school when it had first opened up, and I learned a lot from this school than any…read moreother when I was a kid. I'd be happy for my son to have the same experiences as I did as a kid. I have nothing but great things to say about this school, and the teachers that go above and beyond for each of their students. -I just hope they still do the pledge of Allegiance here.

The Special Education Staff need more observation upon the staff…read more Students are Not safe around staff constantly being stalk, harassed while in being cared for. I've witness Red Flags on male staff workers while at the school. He was truly waiting for the DISABLE STUDENT to make ANY MISTAKE or ERROR to push, pull or take, student attention into FEAR. IT'S NOT PROTECTION, IT'S CONTROL WITH FEAR. I'm a Family Support Specialist and actively involved with human trafficking for year. The behaviors many workers display towards disable or vulnerable students are High in this school. The office administrator isn't helpful. No on sight compliant forms, you'll be given the run around. Email State Arizona Board for complaints with your experience requesting for help.

Its my son's second year in this school. To say I'm impress does no justice with how I feel towards…read morethe school, the staff, the community and more then anything the teachers. I've had nothing but great experiences and truly feel the support from my son teachers but also the principle. When my son was in kindergarten he had to have ankle surgeries, I wasn't scared, I was terrified; millions of questions in my head, will my son fall behind? will he be bullied? can he keep up? Ms.Waldron my son's kindergarten teacher took the time to find out everything about the surgeries, offer to visit my son while he was off to teach him what he will miss and when it was time to return to school We found out she had search everywhere till she could borrow a wheelchair and a little wagon to push my son in the classroom and the students will take turns taking him places and always making him feel equal; even till this day I get tears of joy. My son finished kindergarten advance in math and a fluent reader. My oldest son did not start reading till he almost finish first grade and I never had any connections with his teachers but only the mandatory basics. The teacher wasn't just an amazing human and kind woman but she is an outstanding well qualified teacher whom I can't wait for my youngest to be her student as well. It's horrible that some individuals can express so poorly about something they know nothing about.... Ignorance at its fullest.

This school is good and all but I am a student from this school and I got two referrals for what so…read morereason saying that I was the one that that was wrestling with my friend but this is what actually happen I was going to talk with my friend and someone bumped into me and I bumped into my friend and we both fell down and the teacher blame me for accidentally bumping into my friend and she don't even know what happen and she told us to go in the hallway me and my friend and when it was the end of the day I got a referral for something I didn't mean to and the kids who saw it could agree and after all that we were about to leave when I ask Ms.dellbridge she said I was the one that did all of that stuff then she gave me another referral because she thinks I am lying when I am not. This school sucks even the school policy's are soo bad. R

I cannot recommend this preschool enough! Ms. Lizzie and the other teachers are really warm and…read morecaring, and the staff-to-children ratio is really great. We came from another preschool that we didn't like much and was immediately convinced after talking to Ms. Lizzie. We ended up having two kids there, one in the toddler room (2yrs), and one in the big kid's room for about two years in total. Our kids grew into confident and happy kids in this period. I also liked the way this Montessori introduce different learning topics to the kids and let them learn based on their own interests and pace.

My little sister and now both of my toddlers have attended this preschool. The staff here is so…read morefriendly and truly care about the kids. They are super communicative through the app and I appreciate the pictures and updates that they post throughout the day, it makes me feel so comfortable that I am able to get pictures throughout the day. Anna and Suneeta in the toddler room are amazing with my son who has a harder time being away from me. Every single one of the staff here is so amazing and it helps me feel comfortable leaving my kids in their care!

I absolutely LOVE this school! My kids went to this school for a little bit and they were amazing…read morethe whole time! I love how they have the whole school is locked up. When school is in session the big gates remained locked. Also, no matter what you have to show your id when picking up your child. Mrs Jamie, the office lady is always so nice and welcoming but also, nothing gets by her! She is great at her Job! Thank you Cecil Shamley for always making my kids feel safe and getting them back on track with learning!

hey guys julian flores and when i was in this school i was bullied alot and ever since ive been…read morebullied this one student choked me my friend tried to help but he was too strong and the teacher pulled him away but didnt send him too the principals office

If you have little ones, make sure you have your children evaluated for services to prepare them…read morefor kindergarten. The preschool teachers here are awesome! Thanks Dr. Nardelli.

The pre school here is this best Mrs Jordan has been so great with my autistic son that he will be…read morereturning for kinder next year along with his brother and my daughter will be attending pre school here also.

Mrs. Kat is truly one of those rare teachers who leaves a lasting impression on every child she…read moreworks with. Her patience and kindness shine through in everything she does, creating a warm, safe environment where kids feel supported and valued. What stands out most is her incredible ability to connect with all learners, especially those who may need a little extra understanding or a different approach. She meets each child exactly where they are and helps them grow with confidence and encouragement. It's clear that she genuinely cares, and that makes all the difference. Any child would be lucky to have Mrs. Kat as their teacher. She is a gift to her students and to every family she works with.

It about time that a special needs school advocate was on yelp with a review!! Great job there and…read moreI have referred Christina to other parents with special needs children so they don't have to face that dreaded IEP alone with the TEACHERS staring down and trying to intimidate you. Thank you for being there, -Rosalee

Christina was so incredibly helpful with our families unique situation. She helped me to understand…read morehow the AZ Charter school system works and how to navigate the paperwork required to get our child the services he needed. Her experience as a teacher was paramount because she so obviously understood what was needed to reach our specific goals. She was so respectful and considerate in all of her communication and recommendations (and quick to respond always). I really felt like she came from a place of compassion and understanding and never a place of judgement. Beyond helping with the school situation, she spent time with our family to offer ideas and methods to help us with the behavior issues we were seeing at home. I really appreciated the graceful manner in which she integrated into our family dynamic - so that she could really see what was happening and offer realistic and helpful advice. Her services provided me with a sense that I have the emotional tools to be the best parent possible for our child. I'd recommend her in a heartbeat to any parent needing any advocacy help.