I read a review on Armenian Sisters Academy by Sam S. about the kindergarten teacher Miss Tamar…read more I completely disagree with Mr. Sam's review because I've had both of my children in Miss Tamar's class. Miss Tamar is the most patient, kind, caring, understanding, and most importantly not a bully. She is fair with each and every student and she encourages all of her students to achieve their best by giving them many chances. We recommended many of our friends children to Armenian Sisters' Academy. They have had a positive experience with Miss Tamar and the entire ASA community. Best,

The only reason I am giving this school two stars instead of one is because my daughter truly loved…read moreone of her preschool teachers. Beyond that, our experience has been incredibly disappointing. There is a blatant culture of favoritism here. If you are willing to make large, extra donations on top of tuition, your child will be prioritized and supported. If you do not make these donations, you will absolutely feel the discrimination. It is highly frustrating to experience this when we already pay $1,200 to $1,300 a month in tuition. Even my 4-year-old noticed the difference, feeling left out because other kids were clearly receiving more attention and support. For the amount of tuition they charge, the programs are remarkably cheap. They do not invest back into the children's development, and there is a complete lack of modern technology or learning resources. Prospective parents should also know that the school uses faith as a marketing tool. They constantly invoke religion, Jesus Christ, and Saint Mary to attract families, but the actual quality and environment of their programs do not reflect Christian values at all. If we had known this from the start, we would have never enrolled our child here. I highly recommend looking elsewhere if you want an inclusive, high-quality environment for your child.

School got hacked, student information was reportedly leaked, and the whole situation was handled…read moreterribly. Overall, this was a messed-up place and I wouldn't recommend it to anybody.

Man this school is by far the worst school I've ever been to AND THAT SAYS ALOT. The staff makes it…read morefeel like if having a front office is completely unnecessary... But what really has me bent out of shape is their security.... their security is a WHOLE FUCKEN JOKE. I've never seen school security that has no control over their "bad apples". In my opinion They really need just hire A WHOLE NEW STAFF FOR EVERY DEPARTMENT...

This public school is amazing. They have the best DLI (Dual Language Immersion) Japanese program…read more Fantastic teachers and caring staff. The new principal is Mrs. Worley and she's been great since taking over after Mrs. Stegman retired. The community of parents is extremely involved and volunteer for all the special events the school has often. This school feels more like a private school than a public one and it shows with all the kids loving their time learning. We feel lucky to be a part of Dunsmore Elementary.

Excellent Japanese immersion program. Mrs. Stegman is the principal she's awesome. Great community…read more Very safe! Not too competitive but still challenging!

Valley vista is an amazing facility! Warm and inviting environment and great teachers that are…read morepatient and kind. One thing that has stuck out to me is the willingness to listen and work with us as parents from the staff about personal issues or behaviors. Our little guy is a bit of a rambunctious one and everyone has accepted him for who he is all while taking the steps to guide him in his educational and social growth! Tyler is a fantastic director and I would recommend this school whole heartedly!

Our family is incredibly disappointed by our experience with Valley Vista Preschool, and after…read moreeverything that has happened, we cannot recommend this school to other parents. The final straw came when our child was expelled on his birthday--the same day we had brought cupcakes to school to celebrate with his classmates. Regardless of the circumstances, there is simply no compassionate or professional way to justify delivering that news to a young child on such a meaningful day. It was heartbreaking and is something no family should have to experience. What makes this even more frustrating is that the school had insisted we complete a comprehensive evaluation through UpLift Therapy. We spent $750 on an assessment, scheduled at the school's request, because we believed we were working collaboratively to support our child. Before that evaluation could even take place, Valley Vista expelled him. Looking back, it feels as though the evaluation was never truly about helping him, but simply about justifying a decision that had already been made. Throughout our time at Valley Vista, we consistently felt that our child was singled out and treated as though something was inherently wrong with him. He is a loving, bright, energetic little boy. Like many preschoolers, he had moments of conflict and frustration. We have never excused biting or any aggressive behavior, but context matters. Preschool-aged children are still learning emotional regulation, impulse control, and conflict resolution. That is precisely why parents enroll them in preschool. The school informed us that teachers witnessed the entire interaction leading up to the incident and were in the process of intervening. If staff observed the conflict escalating before it happened, it raises an important question: why wasn't it prevented? Supervising children and intervening before situations escalate is one of the primary responsibilities of preschool staff. Despite repeatedly asking for objective documentation regarding these incidents, we were never provided with anything beyond verbal descriptions. We also never observed this level of behavior in other environments, making it difficult to understand why our child was consistently portrayed as the problem. Unfortunately, we also found certain staff members to be cold, dismissive, and lacking the warmth, patience, and encouragement that young children deserve. Children are incredibly perceptive, and they know when they are not welcomed or embraced. What became increasingly clear is that Valley Vista seems to have very little tolerance for children who require patience, guidance, or individualized support. It felt as though the expectation was for children to behave like robots--quiet, compliant, and never impulsive--instead of recognizing that preschoolers are still developing emotionally and socially. The purpose of early childhood education is not simply to teach children who are already "easy"; it is to help all children learn, grow, and navigate challenges in a safe and supportive environment. From our experience, our child was treated differently from the beginning. Whether intentional or not, he appeared to be labeled rather than supported. That differential treatment left us questioning whether he was unfairly profiled. A preschool should focus on helping children succeed--not finding reasons to exclude them when they need guidance. We understand that every school has a responsibility to keep children safe, and we respect that. However, safety and compassion are not mutually exclusive. The way this situation was handled lacked empathy, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to helping a child through a developmentally appropriate challenge. For us, this experience revealed a school that seemed more interested in maintaining an image of perfect behavior than in fulfilling the mission of early childhood education. Families deserve to know that if their child experiences behavioral challenges, Valley Vista's response may be exclusion rather than partnership. We sincerely hope the school reflects on how it supports children who need additional patience and guidance. No four-year-old should leave preschool believing they are the problem--especially on their birthday.

Our Lady of Lourdes in Tujunga has been such a wonderful experience for my daughter and our family…read more The academics are strong and well-structured, and I've seen real growth in her learning and confidence. The teachers are caring, attentive, and truly invested in each student's success, which makes a big difference. The school also has a strong sense of structure and decorum, especially with uniforms that help create a respectful and focused learning environment. There is a real sense of community here--families are involved, supported, and welcomed, which makes it feel like more than just a school. We also appreciate the spiritual foundation of the school. Weekly church on Fridays and family mass on Sundays help strengthen faith and bring everyone together in a meaningful way. Nothing makes me happier than being able to participate and watch my child present and read during Mass, take part in class projects, and see her excitement in sharing what she has learned. My daughter truly loves attending this school, and as a parent, I am very happy and grateful for the positive environment, values, and education she is receiving.

I sent my kid here in grade school after worrying about influences outside of our own and…read morestruggling academically in the public system. My kid is now graduating Catholic high school with a 3.1 GPA, and I credit this school and their environment, period.

This school has nothing but the best interest for not only my kids but for me as well. The…read moreprincipal, teachers and office staff are the BEST I've ever encountered! Even the families of the other students are willing to help out if needed! Go Lions!

A wonderful school! My kids loved it! Principle Williams is hands on and attentive. My guy is…read moregraduating and im sad! Great teachers! Great special ed also!

My 2 year old daughter just started this school. This will be her second week. Now let me start…read moreby saying I am a controlling and paranoid mom! She is my only child and I was hesitant on even putting her in school this early. That being said, this place is AMAZING!!! My daughter not only LOVES going to school but she cries when it's time to pick her up!! Everything about this school blew my mind. Not only are the teachers sooo caring and patient with the children but they also put this paranoid mama at ease!! They have cameras that are so well placed everywhere that my child plays. I log on anytime I'm feeling anxious and see her playing. They also have an app where they update what your child did that day and upload photos!!! I am so very impressed by all the fun extra activities that the school brings each week for the kiddos. Last week they had a foam party, this week they had a reptile exhibit come to the school. I can't wait to see what is in store for the future! They feed the kids 2 meals and 2 snacks a day, which are healthy. I see them line the kids up to wash hands before and after they eat. I can go on and on!!! I'm so so happy. And most importantly my daughter is happy and thriving! Hands down the best experience. Thank you to the staff and the leaders!

My husband and I are so happy with Grandview House. Our daughter is thriving, happy, learning a…read morelot, and above all else, is loved and cared for here. All of the teachers are wonderful and know the children, even the ones that aren't in their own classrooms. Teachers communicate with parents regularly, update us via an app and even text, and there are cameras that we can access to watch our kids throughout the day. My daughter happily runs in every day and is happy when I pick her up. Being here has also helped her try more new foods at home and has made her naps more routine and consistent. I've seen many positive changes in her since she started a few months ago and I would recommend this school to any parent with confidence.

Little Angels is the best school, whether it is regarding discipline, education, environment, or…read moreteachers. As a 7-8 year alumn of this school, there has not been a single day of my life where I haven't felt nostalgic of my days at Little Angels. The education is incomparable to other schools; Any student in Little Angels will automatically have an upperhand compared to other students in different schools and will definitely have a head start in their educational career. The teachers are amazing. We often hear the word family implemented in schools, but how often do you actually see family values in schools? My 7-8 year graduating class continues to keep in touch and are close friends. If someone is interested in taking their child to this amazing and one of a kind school, without a doubt, this school should be the best option for your child! Can't wait to visit soon!, Alumn

Worst preschool you can take your kids... Fake faces, fake promises , and bad discipline... It's…read morebetter to leave your kids at home then take them to that horrible place. I can't believe they call themselves an academy and charge $300 registration fee...