We transferred into Pinnacle midway through my daughter's high school. The teachers are engaged,…read morethey take an individual interest in each student, and they are there to offer support when a student needs it. Their extracurricular programs are also fantastic - with commitment to excellence in sports etc. The dance / Spiritline program was phenomenal, with the coach going above and beyond to make sure this is a program the dancers can be proud to be a part of. Looking forward to senior year! Go Pioneers!

This school has been a nightmare to navigate as a parent. My son was on the Pinnacle football team…read morefor 2 years, and from day one it was awful. Coaches allowed him to be abused--one early practice he came home with a huge gash on his neck after they let a kid who didn't like him drag him by his temporary jersey. They made comments like "Don't be so proud, you aren't even that good," then pulled him aside to apologize later. Countless friends left the team due to the same discrimination. My son is a fighter--he earned his spot as a baller on frosh, JV, and into varsity. But the tired racist underculture persists, and leadership does nothing. We're losing students from two-Black-parent households. Black coaches sat back and watched my son get mistreated daily. An ugly incident happened when a dad talked crap about me in Spanish right in front of me (I speak it fluently). At track meets, Pinnacle kids mocked a beautiful dark-skinned Black girl from another school. I'm disgusted by what Pinnacle has provided my son. In the classroom, teachers loved him--he's an honors/AP student, and I'm thankful for those who cared. If you want racial discrimination, feeling like an outcast, and no leaders to address it, Pinnacle is the place. We've moved his talents to Sunrise Mountain, where he has band, a diverse campus, and can enjoy his upperclassmen years.

My son loves this small college focused school. He is doing well and earning community college…read morecredits at the same time. Almost two years completed and will have 12 college credits. End of Junior year with 36 credits completed. On target to graduate with his Associate Degree before his High school diploma. Hard work pays off!

We feel incredibly lucky to have found this school. It's AMI-approved Montessori with a beautiful…read morecampus, and you can truly feel the care and intention that has gone into building this community for over 28 years. We currently have one child in Primary and one in Elementary, and both are thriving beyond what we ever expected. Our extended family has even commented on how much our kids have grown -- not just academically, but in their confidence, curiosity, and love of learning. What stands out most is how personal the experience feels. The teachers are genuinely caring, and we love that there are bilingual educators and an environment that supports the whole child. It's so refreshing to see our kids learning in a way that goes far beyond "sitting at a desk and memorizing." The school offers an abundance of enrichment and extracurricular opportunities, and it's clear they're focused on supporting each child as an individual. We are truly grateful to have our children grow up in such a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment... even if part of us wants to keep it our little secret!

Last August 25th, after reflecting on the challenges my son faced at DMA in September and October…read moreof last year, I felt ready and shared a down-to-earth personal review.   Instead of receiving public feedback, I received a certified letter from a law firm, demanding for my review to be removed immediately, otherwise "we will sue you to obtain an order requiring you to remove it, and to recover significant monetary damages against you, including, but not limited to, punitive damages, and the attorneys' fees and costs Dynamite Montessori incurs in the case under A.R.S. 12-341.01 and A.R.S. 12-341". They reminded me of a contract clause that restricts what families may share publicly about the school without prior written consent. This clause is part of the agreement that parents must sign when enrolling their children. So, in the interest of focusing on providing for my son instead of defending myself against what I feel are insubstantial accusations, I am removing my previous review. We were part of the DMA family for almost three years. 100% involved and devoted to all the school activities. Our son attended from June 21, 2022, until November 1, 2024. In my personal opinion, DMA can be a good choice for any "non-Montessori" child to gain some exposure to a Montessori environment in their early years. The place looks pristine, with the right materials, strong infrastructure, and opportunities for children to learn--especially if they happen to be among the more "gifted" ones and can learn by themselves. I have been a Montessori mom since our son was born, and we initially thought this was the perfect place for him. Last year, however, in his third year of primary, my son developed a behavior we felt unrecognizable to us and was told "not to be kindergarten ready" and "maybe not a good fit for a classroom at all". My family, especially my son (5 years old at the time), went through a nightmare that took almost a year to recover from. Fortunately, today he attends a large Montessori school where he has adapted beautifully and is thriving as the amazing child he has always been. In his new school he is considered a bright kid and so far, there is not a single incident regarding his behavior. Looking back, we feel that his experience at DMA was heavily affected by a classroom dynamic that was challenging for his naturally calm demeanor. Today, we are sharing our feelings, in case it helps other families who may be uncertain--whether you already have a child enrolled or are considering enrollment.

2022 Home Coming, 950 kids crammed into a gym. AC not functioning kids openly vaping, bathrooms…read moreshut down due to smoking weed. I hope the funds go to a good use, but this dance was a total bust and worse poorly represented the core of PVHS standards.

I thoroughly enjoy being apart of the PV community. I was here as a lower level coach years ago and…read moregladly returned as a head coach last year. My experience at this school has been largely positive - it's hard to beat the sense of community and togetherness at this school! It truly feels like family, with everyone willing to help-the parents, admin and staff are supportive and willing to go the extra mile so the young men and women have a great experience at this school. Absolutely love this school...Go Trojans!

This has been a great community for my daughter - and her parents! We love her teachers, who pour…read moreinto her. She has wonderful friends from wonderful families. She has many opportunities to grow through challenging course work, field trips, mission trips, sports and theater.

If I could give this school negative stars I would. The way…read moremy daughter and family was treated by her teacher and the staff was nothing short of horrible. My daughter was constantly bullied by her teacher and when I approached the principal | was blown off. The pure lack of biblical understanding is apparent when you attend there. I had to spend the last year helping my daughter heal from the hurtful way she was treated. I expected more from a school that claims to be Christian but this is just another high priced private school that has nothing to do with helping your child to learn more about Christ. Very disappointed to say the least.

Truly the best preschool. Our daughter was previously enrolled in the school district preschool and…read morewe switched mid year. The amazing teachers quickly assessed her and helped us to identify and work through her learning deficiencies. When she entered kindergarten she was more than prepared and even excelled in her first year. We are so greatful to Ms. Bruno and her team for working with our child and opening up the line of communication for our daughter to thrive.

Hands down, best preschool we could have chosen for our kids. My son started here at 2 and my…read moredaughter at 4 and they have thrived. The curriculum isn't fluffy stuff of typical daycares, it's robust and well rounded. My daughter now 6 can spell her name, can count to 100 and is starting to read. My son who's 3 now knows his colors, shapes and numbers oh and he knows colors and numbers in Spanish! The teachers care a lot, are very patient and consistent. Ms. Cindy who runs the school is so helpful and caring, she's the kind of person who will go out of her way to make sure your child is getting what they need all while making the parent feel supported. The junior kindergarten class is beyond expectations. Our daughter is more than prepared for kindergarten! Thank you Best Pals! I Highly recommend this school.

horrible school it doesnt let any students go to the restroom since theres a limit and its only 15read more

My husband and I were happy that North Canyon High School is allowing spectators at the basketball…read moregames.