It's our first year here at Friends, it's been a blessing. The entire staff and all the teachers…read morehave a genuine love and care for all the students. You can't help but be in a good mood while walking on campus. There's an overwhelming sense of peace in everyone mostly because you can tell they love their jobs. While choosing a school FCS was the first school we considered because while shopping I noticed the kind behavior of a little girl to her father while shopping for a costume. She was wearing an FCS uniform, as I asked the father how he liked FCS he said he loved the school and genuinely had no complaints after sharing all of his kids went there. That's honestly a rare thing to hear about any school. Now that my son is going there I can see why. I'm looking forward to what the future holds for my little guy there :) Thanks FCS for providing a safe and loving environment for all our little ones !

The academics at this school are pretty good I was student…read more but i wouldn't recommend going here at all The bullying issues here are insane it's like they just get warning after warning and no matter what happens they still stay here. Not to mention what happens to the girls the girls are always targeted the boys treat the girls like animals too it's honestly disgusting they always try to teach the boys and never the girls. Not to mention the politics of every student everyone is so republican even at so young to the point they dont know what there talking about . Also the schools diversity sucks I was one of the 3 Mexicans students that weren't mixed and I was the only 1st gen so I always felt out of Place the racism i faced was horrible and because everyone was so tight knit it felt like I couldn't say anything. If your kid a white boy that does football and misgontic and racist then it's a 10/10

The last few years school was really bad honestly. My kids were always scoring low at other outside…read moreacademic support facilities but at St. Paul's supposedly they were fine. And truly I thought there were behind comparing to some friends kids from other schools. I'm very positive the New staff will make a change. Also being a private school overall matters are very low specially lunch staff Mrs Heather and Chris are very rude to kids they yell at them all the time and over the years I keep hearing from kids they feel treated disrespectfully. Also my kids and their friends learnt to say a lot slang words at the school that was very bad for a private school.

St. Paul's Lutheran School is a wonderful hidden gem with the most caring and dedicated staff…read more Kristen has been such a strong support to the school--her heart for the students and families really shines through. Our experience at St. Paul's, combined with the Christian education, was truly something special. It's a school that genuinely cares, and we are so grateful for the love and support we received. Thank you to everyone who made our time there so meaningful!

Both of my children have attended St. John's since kindergarten. One is in high school now and one…read moreis in the middle school at St. John's. The school has prepared them for life with strong academic skills and a strong set of Christian values. The facilities are above par, super clean and constantly being updated. The classrooms are equipped with Smart Boards and the classroom materials are current. The middle school operates on a "one to one" lap top program. The teachers and staff are caring and get to know each child as an individual. My children have completely different learning styles and personalities. They both love their school and each has been accommodated with their learning styles in the classroom. Lots of activities are offered outside of the classroom. A great after school sports program, dance classes, music lessons, tutoring, are just a few of the things that are offered. The principal is amazing and has made great strides in keeping St. John's one of the best schools in the area by improving curriculum and overall student growth. As a parent I feel the investment that I have made in my child's education at St. John's is one of the best decisions I have made. I feel they are safe, cared for and they are receiving a superior education in a prestigious school setting.

With putting God and Christian faith in all aspects of school year life. Treating kids with respect…read moreand kindness, a community that work as a family. Facilities that are secured and well maintained. All this makes St. Johns a perfect place to have your family and kids in.

If you're reading these reviews and thinking about enrolling your child--DO IT!!!!!!! This…read morepreschool is AMAZING! First, I want to say that my interactions with the front office have been wonderful. Everyone has been professional, helpful, and welcoming. The preschool itself is clean, organized, and extremely well run. The teachers are loving, patient, and knowledgeable. Every time I'm there, they have the cutest little stations set up with fun, creative activities for the kids. You can tell there is so much thought and effort put into what the children are doing and learning each day. Ms. Ellie deserves a special mention. She is one of the most loving and patient administrators I have ever met, and she is also incredibly knowledgeable. She genuinely cares about the children and their success. We visited A LOT of private schools trying to find the right fit for my child. My child is not always the easiest, and finding a school where he would truly be understood, supported, and accepted was extremely important to us. He has absolutely THRIVED at this school. They have been willing to work with him, meet him where he is, and do whatever they can to help him succeed. That means more to our family than I can put into words. The communication is also amazing. The teachers update parents through the app and send pictures, so you actually get to see what your child is doing throughout the day. They also send home activities and homework connected to what the kids worked on that day, which I absolutely love. We have been so happy here that I already cannot wait to enroll my daughter when she is 2.8 years old! I truly don't think I could give this preschool enough positive feedback. Finding a place where you feel comfortable leaving your child is such a big deal, and finding a place where your child is genuinely happy, supported, learning, and thriving is even more special. We are SO thankful we found this preschool and the wonderful people who make it what it is.

A big draw for us was that they used to offer Spanish curriculum which was unexpectedly cut with…read morelittle to no warning. Spanish teacher was not given adequate notice of termination and was surprised when notified their contract would not continue. Board members seem to not be as involved in management decisions or have poor budgeting the way that decision was handled; parents were not informed. When child was injured they send an ouch report notice home, no phone call in terms of communication the school is lacking. Incidents should be reported immediately. Receiving an email hours after pickup reflects poor communication. Recess is chaos with all ages overlapping bullying is an overlooked issue. Principal is warm, and friendly yet overworked and overwhelmed regularly not in office due to health concerns appears to be out of his depth and lacking the experience to properly prepare children to excel at the next academic level. Found him to be lacking in speaking and administration. Not able to make meaningful connections with all students. I recommend the preschool and refer colleagues to tour the school themselves. Have a plan for the next step as eventually you'll need to find another school to continue your children's education. As far as Christian based education there are better options in the area. Teachers there provided us with many other recommendations for local schools. St. Paul's Lutheran, Heritage Oak, St Norbert, OCCA are superior.

My daughter has been attending Oakridge for the last 6 years and we are extremely happy!…read more The small size allows the teachers and staff to provide a level of attention and support that is difficult to find in a larger school. Academics are prioritized but not to an extent which is stressful or anxiety-provoking for students. Oakridge continually scores in the top 10% nationally on standardized testing, but this isn't surprising given Oakridge's extraordinary and passionate teachers. Perhaps what I love MOST about Oakridge (and what sets them apart from other schools) is the religious flexibility, inclusivity and emphasis on character development. Character development is part of the curriculum for all students, with the option for families to incorporate Judeo-Christian Bible study if so desired. Our family is a mix of backgrounds and religions which makes this flexibility so incredibly special and one of a kind. Oakridge genuinely celebrates all cultures and faiths and provides a welcoming, safe and judgement-free space for its students. My daughter is challenged to excel, supported as an individual, and encouraged to be thoughtful, confident, and kind. We feel incredibly fortunate to be part of such a special school community.

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Such a wonderful school for my nephew! He's been coming here for years since preschool and he truly…read moreis thriving. All his teachers throughout the school years have been wonderful and are always great with communications. If you're a family looking for private education for your children, Heritage Oak is it.

Peaceful school to go for my friend's kids. Nice folks & safe to come. Clean place all around…read more Spiritually in touch too.

IvyCrest is a wonderful school. Ms. Michelle is the principal, and she runs a tight ship (in the…read morebest way possible). There is structure, great communication, and true professionalism in everything she does. My son has been attending for the past two years, and he loves going to school every morning. He's in Ms. Monica's class (Room 2), and she is a magnificent teacher. Ms. Melissa, who is also in that classroom, is equally wonderful. My son comes home every day telling me about all the new things he's learned. His vocabulary and enthusiasm for learning have grown so much, and I truly credit the teachers who dedicate so much time and care to the development of children.

Ivy Crest is a wonderful place for children to learn and grow. Ms. Michelle is a fantastic director…read morewho maintains high standards for both the teachers and the school. She is well organized and communicates effectively with families, so we are always informed and feel connected. As for the teachers, Ms. Monica in Room 2 is absolutely the best. My daughter has been here for less than a year, and within just a few months, we saw tremendous growth in her confidence and knowledge. Ms. Monica creates an excellent learning environment, well organized, engaging, and full of care and compassion for each child. We have no regrets choosing Ivy Crest it was truly one of the best decisions we made for our daughter and our family.

This school is awesome. My kids go here and they love the teachers. Most of the teachers are…read moreawesome. Especially Mrs.Schawartz, Mrs.Turner, Ms.Glasky,Mrs.Ballesteros,Mr.Kavanagh,and Mrs.Stone.