I don't typically write reviews of anything, but, when I read the last two reviews I just felt I had to say something. I wouldn't want prospective parents to read only those reviews as I do not feel they provide an accurate representation of the school and staff members. I am a parent of two girls that attend Eldorado Emerson, my oldest is in 8th grade and my youngest is in kindergarten. Ms. Collister, the kindergarten teacher is wonderful with the kids. The middle school staff is wonderful as well, they are always working on exciting science and literature projects. The class sizes are small and students receive individual attention. Not only are my girls getting an excellent education in core subjects, but they are also educated in music, art, cooking and gardening. Eldorado Emerson is an environment that teaches respect and caring for all (each other, the community, the environment, etc). The beauty of a small private school is not only the outstanding education, it is the family-like atmosphere where all are cared for and nurtured. My girls have friends who are international students, so they are exposed to different languages and cultures. My personal experience with all staff members has been nothing but professional. Mr. Kelly, the new director is a wonderful teacher and director who is bringing new and exciting programs to the school. The teachers at this school truly care about the students and they promote independence and self-confidence in all students. read more

have been here since pre-school and the atmosphere is lovely. We are getting new textbooks next year which will replace our extremely out-dated and worn current books. I went to public school for a month and was immediately put in top notch honors classes and I strongly believe Eldorado was the main asset to my test scores. I came back to Eldo mainly because I feel as though teachers are really personal and family like. It is obvious they really care for your individual education at cater to your specific needs. I have to give my school props for how magnificent the student body (in general is. It doesn't matter how "popular", "cool", or "different" you are, you will be excepted in to our social bubble, and since we are so close and family-like there you are definitely going to make life long friends here. If you get down to it, our school is extremely liberal, and I might as well tell you that know because you'll find out soon enough. Although, EVERYONE, and I mean every one seems to fit in here, except for bullies, who are almost immediately expelled. We have a lot of people at our school who have been harassed before and came here because it is extremely nurturing and 100% bully free. I also heard our school specializes in people with dyslexia and we have a pre-school reading program with books that help pre-schoolers develop properly, one of which taught me to read. I grew up in this school and I have many fond memories of it as a small child. read more

We have been with Eldorado Emerson for 7 years now. The school has gone through some changes. However, they have a new administration and everything is changing for the better. They are adopting Singapore math for the elementary for example. They are also becoming a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) school. The school has an incredible art and music program in addition to the academics. We couldn't be happier with the school. Both of our children are accommodated very well. One is ahead, and was able to skip a grade, and the other one needs extra help which she receives. Eldorado is really a safe haven in the midst of our crazy world and I am very happy to know that my children are developing in a very tight knit family environment. They are having an open house on Sunday, on 5/17 with a concert in which every child performs from preschool through 12th grade. They also showcase all of the students' artwork in the art gallery and the science fair project as well. My children LOVE coming to school every day. The school year is almost over and they are looking forward to summer school now. They do a lot of fun stuff in summer school and the kids can pick and choose classes according to their interests. They do a free trial week. You can have your child try it out. They also offer scholarships. read more

I have three sons that attend school here and I can safely say "my family loves Eldorado Emerson"! The class sizes are like none other, a maximum of 10 students per class insures each child receives as much one on one time with their teacher as they need. Each teacher is so unique and is allowed to bring that uniqueness to school each day to motivate and inspire in their own special way. The school is a student led environment which really encourages the children to learn at a developmentally appropriate pace based on the individual child. The school has great enrichment programs. The art program is like no other and inspires such creativity. My boys love their music lessons and foreign language study. They take real P.E. and also participate in a sports league for elementary students. The gardens at the school are a certified wild life sanctuary, birds chirp and frogs croak every morning. The kids in lower elementary also write and perform their own opera each year, it's amazing! Eldorado Emerson is quite a special place. We feel we are lucky to be part of the community and can't imagine attending school any place else. read more

This place is school of gold. If you want your children to grow up to be open-minded, creative, self-starting, responsible, accepting people who don't know how to discriminate for any reason whatsoever, be it religion, sexuality, age, race, etc, send your kids to this school. All of the students act as if they're much older than they actually are, and you will meet some of the most dedicated and innovative teachers here. The school's philosophy centers around support/community, creativity, and nourishment. This is NOT your typical school where misbehaving students get punished with negative reinforcement and the "good" students receive all the attention. Every student and person is respected and approached as a whole, complex human being, each with individual talents and makeups. The teachers here seek to not only educate in general subjects but to foster each student into exploring what their true passions are. It's like a family here. Talk to the students that attend here, and they'll tell you: they love Eldorado and are some of the luckiest kids in the world. read more

We love this school! We swiched to this school mid year (from another private school in south county). The environment has been perfect for our son. Our son has made great leaps in knowledge and confidence since attending this school - this is truly a blessing. He has grown socially and academically. The educational program is structured yet allows for individual exploration. Our son's kindergarten teacher was watchful, caring, patient and intuitive. The school has an Art program with an amazing Art Studio. It was comforting when one of the art teachers told us that in terms of art "they" (the teachers)" develop patience". The school also has a PE program with an excellent PE teacher. Since switching to this school our son has improved dramatically. The environment at Eldorado has allowed our son to catch-up on what he was lacking while attending his previous school. We feel lucky to have found Eldorado! read more

What an amazing facility and staff! Children are taught in beautiful class rooms with lots of natural light, and stimulating art and student projects plastered all over the walls. They have a garden with plants and veggies growing, and a winding walking path throughout. Subjects are academically challenging but taught in creative ways that make them think outside the box. Pretty much everything the school does helps kids establish a positive relationship with school so they develop a love of learning. I especially like the policy of little to no homework through 6th grade. One point to note with all the attention paid to bullying lately--I can say that these kids are actually nice and respectful to each other no matter the age. Would highly recommend, especially for children who have trouble in traditional (inflexible) academic environments. read more

As a parent, I have been very satisfied with Russelll IV's experience at Eldorado. The school has small classes with only about ten students per classroom and is non-sectarian and non-profit. The school has only about 140 students which gives the school a small community atmosphere and ensures that bullying or other negative behaviours cannot occur. The school has an exceptional staff, but one of the school's greatest assets is Dr.LaGreen, one of the art teachers. She doubles as a counselor who can help students when they have problems which go beyond the usual, such as a death in the immediate family. The school doesn't just teach-it cares for the students and teaches them how to live. The students love to learn which I think is the way it should be. read more

Our child started elementary school. at Eldorado Emerson Private School. We found out about this school from a family that was already there with five children. She said that we would not be interested in going to the school since it is an hour from our home. We decided to enroll our child and was there for nine years. When it was time to graduate from high school our child wished graduation did not come so soon because they loved Eldorado so much. We have never found another school like Eldorado. It is like a story book. Classes are small and ninety percent of teachers and staff have been at the school for more that twenty years and there is SO much more to this school than that. I strongly recommend this school if you want your child to be happy. read more

El Dorado Emerson has changed my son's life. He was at a public school through 3rd grade and I wasn't pleased with the teaching methods or classroom sizes he was experiencing. I could sense he was beginning to lose interest in school. El Dorado was exactly what we needed; smaller classrooms, a family-feel environment, and place where children are encouraged to be themselves. The teachers are committed to finding a child's unique gifts rather than slamming curriculum down throats to be regurgitated for a test score. El Dorado teachers spend adequate time on CORE and STEM and use positive reinforcement to teach a life-long love of learning. We love it! read more

This school is amazing every child of ours has gone to this school and loved it. The teachers are very patient and treat the kids like young adults. Our oldest has kept in touch with the teachers even after she graduated. They are a small school which puts the focus on each student individually and not to just get Them out the door. They have many school functions which are all inclusive from kindergarten to the senior class. Every time we visit the school the kids are laughing and enjoying themselves and the teachers are laughing with the kids. The school has a great atmosphere and each of the kids have had great grades the entire time at the school. read more

I think the biggest asset of Emerson is its family-like atmosphere. Many people have a misconception that the small size of Emerson would hurt their chance of going to and excelling in college. However, being in a small close-knit community allowed me to interact more closely with my teachers and become more involved with school activities. Teachers at Emerson also were very passionate about education and supportive of their students. My years at Emerson really helped me prepare for my work and life at Johns Hopkins. Moreover, I am confident that experiences that I had at Emerson guide me through school and my career for years to come. read more

I think the biggest asset of Emerson is its family-like atmosphere. Many people have a misconception that the small size of Emerson would hurt their chance of going to and excelling in college. However, being in a small close-knit community allowed me to interact more closely with my teachers and become more involved with school activities. Teachers at Emerson also were very passionate about education and supportive of their students. My years at Emerson really helped me prepare for my work and life at Johns Hopkins. Moreover, I am confident that experiences that I had at Emerson guide me through school and my career for years to come. read more

Eldorado Emerson is a great school! I am a teacher at Eldorado, and I can honestly say that staff members are always remarking to each other how amazing our kids are. Our students are intellectual, kind, creative, and extraordinarily insightful because the Eldorado environment allows them to be. As teachers, we really do go the extra mile to help each individual student shine their brightest. Eldo's philosophy of students learning "from the inside out," plus having arts, music, and foreign language for all grades is why both of my own children also attend(ed). My older son graduated from Stanford. read more

Love this school!!! The caliber of educators and the way they focus on student-centered curriculum is something I have always searched for in a school. While no school is perfect, Eldorado Emerson comes nearly close. I am amazed at how they strive to improve curriculum and provide interesting educational opportunities for their students and families. If you have a child who will thrive in a student-centered environment and will benefit from excellent teaching and smaller classrooms, then look no further. You have found your new home. read more

This school is absolutely amazing. I have enrolled my kid here since 3rd grade, and he has had a blast. He is now 16 years of age, and is doing great. They are constantly hiring more professional people every year. The school is also very diverse, and you could learn many languages from your peers. He loves all his classes, friends, teachers, and much more. If I where you I would enroll your kid in today. read more

What kids get at Eldorado Emerson is a really well-rounded education. That worked out really well for my daughter who was recently accepted into UC Berkeley. She not only scored high on all the tests but she knew how to think outside the box and she totally got that from Eldo. read more

Eldorado is like magic; our kids love going there!! Everyone told me Eldorado Emerson was a great school. We (two kids: 4th & 8th grade) just finished our first year there, and it's really true. Great school. read more

I wouldn't send my son to any other school. I have never seen him more happy , fulfilled, and challenged. I strongly recommend that others seriously consider enrolling their child. read more