The administration is horrible! Terrible experience for kids. A great idea on paper but…read moreunfortunately the leadership doesn't want what is best for kids. Avoid!

Yay! That's my school. Super fun, super creative place to learn and go to school. Thank you to all…read moreof the faculty and staff that work there, you guys are all awesome!!

This is an amazing school and learning environment. My granddaughter has been enjoying learning…read moreand growing so much and I am totally in awe of how wonderful the experience has been for her and her 'classmates' as she calls them. I am the oldest girl of 7 and learned much from helping my mother with my brothers and sisters. I have three children of my own and love kids. I know a great learning environment when I see one and this place is a gem! So happy we found it and that our little princess gets to experience this as her first 'school' experience. She will treasure her time at Happy Valley forever.

This school is horrible for any family that is untraditional or child may have behavior issues…read more The staff and owner are so unprofessional and disrespectful. The teachers have 80 children come in and out of their school on a weekly basis. I was asked to not speak during parent teacher conference bc there was not enough time to get thru everthing. The teachers have no real time to dedicate or give extra attention to children and families that need it. Don't send your child here just for the animals. They don't really get to interact that much with them....this preschool was a huge mistake.

St. John's is truly a remarkable school. From the moment you step onto campus, you can feel the…read morewarmth, intention, and joy that fill every corner of the community. The teachers are not only exceptional educators, deeply invested in academic excellence, but they also care for each child as an individual, nurturing both character and confidence. The small class sizes create a supportive environment where students are known, encouraged, and challenged to grow. What makes St. John's especially inspiring is its heart. Rooted in a strong mission and guided by faith, the school balances rigorous academics with compassion, service, and authentic connection. Families feel welcomed, supported, and truly part of something meaningful. Students thrive here; not just in their studies, but in who they become. St. John's is a gem: a place where children are loved, learning is celebrated, and community is genuinely lived out. It is a gift to see students flourish in such a positive, uplifting environment.

By far the best value in education in Denver. A great community, small classes, excellent teachers.read more

Very disappointed in the way that Mike Davis and the Board have dealt with COVID. While other local…read moreschools are normalizing, they are telling parents that kids will be wearing masks and social distancing when school begins in August, 2021. By then, most high-risk folks will have been vaccinated. But, CA continues to put the needs of others over the social and emotional wellbeing of their students. There's talk that the kids will be able to "vaccinate their way out of wearing masks and social distancing in the fall." Some parents are not interested in this possibility until more information about vaccinating younger people becomes known. If you don't want to vaccinate your younger students, I'd look into another school.

The Colorado Academy community has helped raise our three boys. At CA, they have been able to take…read moreacademic risks, try out new athletic options, and dive deep into music, theater, photography and choir. They have grown up as responsible citizens who are open to civil discourse and new ideas. Due to the phenomenal outdoor offerings, they have also learned how to fly fish, mountain bike and camp. The faculty is truly exceptional and cares about each and every student.

We're now entering our second year at DDES, and we continue to feel incredibly grateful to be part…read moreof this community. It's such an inspiring group of educators and families who truly believe in the school's mission. Our child feels supported, seen, and excited to come to school every day--she loves learning, creating, and being herself here. DDES doesn't just focus on academics; they're helping kids learn how to be good people and make the world a better place. The teachers foster curiosity, kindness, and confidence in a way that feels both intentional and joyful. It's a place that values character, collaboration, and real-world learning--and it shows in the way the kids talk about what they're doing. We couldn't be happier to be part of this community.

This school is amazing. The teachers and staff are so warm and caring. The school-to-parent…read morecommunication is phenomenal. The community is welcoming and supportive. The school has robust social-emotional learning and truly wants the best for all its kids, even (especially?) the quirky or hyper ones.

I am so happy that we chose this school! We have loved every educator we have had, and the staff…read morethat work at this school are so caring and lovely. I really love that this school focuses a lot on socio-emotional growth and not JUST educational achievements. This school really values their students being good humans as well as learning the things they are supposed to in elementary school.

If I could give this school more stars I would! The staff is amazing from the janitor all the way…read moreup to the principal! A special recognition to the mis classroom! Anamarie and all of the paraprofessional's are amazing! We are a family with a couple generations that have attended centennial! Keep up the good work and making North Denver proud!

When here for our grandson's graduation from pre-school. Yes, that is a thing these days…read more Easy, ample parking. A pleasant auditorium.

This school is a joke. Principal has no interest in the students who aren't in sports. School used…read moreto be on the news several times for crap that could've been solved extremely more professional. However, they created Day Without Hate - Mr Ben Reed is so enthusiastic over it and honestly makes the community get along for at least a day. Inspiring. Most of the teachers here are pretty alright, although they keep letting go all of the good ones. Marching band has definitely improved since I was in it. Glad to see the change there.

If you're an ambitious student, do not even consider this school. They offer no opportunities for…read morestudents passionate about anything but business or sports. None of the students are interested in academics, and most are more concerned about who's throwing a party on Friday. Absolutely terrible. Most teachers aren't even educated in the subject they teach (e.g. AP Biology teacher has a degree in english and no background in biology).

I am writing this from the perspective of a parent of an applicant to the school, not as a current…read morestudent. So take that into consideration. Also, I don't write this review lightly. I am not one of those helicopter, high society, privileged parents. Not at all. I am a single mother by choice, and my oldest child recently applied to SMA for 6th grade next fall. Initially, we were both extremely impressed with the admissions staff, the student shadow day, the parent tour days, etc. I was especially impressed by the personal touch from the school while we were applying and waiting for a decision - hand signed holiday cards, a hand written note from a teacher, another handwritten note from the shadow student. Specifically, we were shocked at the language used in the teacher and student letters, as they contained encouraging and forward guiding words implying my child could be on campus next fall. We couldn't believe it. These letters made us so hopeful. In addition, the admissions team reached out proactively to schedule a meeting for me with the Head of Learning Services as my child is twice exceptional (high IQ / anxiety). Fast forward to decision day, and my child was not accepted. We were floored given the written communication received throughout the process. My 10 year old was left confused and heartbroken at SMA's process and communication. I followed up with the school after letting the news sit for a few days. My email was NOT to get a decision reversal, and I said I respected the Committee's decision. However, I told them that my child's confusion and disappointment could have been avoided if they had not allowed that kind of written, forward looking communication throughout the process. And, I did not want that happening to a future applicant. I did ultimately get a response, but it was more along the lines of "we're sorry you feel bad about the decision." I will never know what happened in those Admissions Committee meetings, but I can't help but wonder if my child and my family structure just didn't fit with their Catholic mold. My child is not the stereotypical Greenwood Village / Cherry Hills child. My child is not the girly type in appearance or dress and has experienced bullying as a result. Mind you, my child is border line genius, has a wide variety of interests / passions, witty, funny and an overall stellar child. My child is being considered at other schools here in the Denver area. SMA advertises that about 1/2 of its student population isn't Catholic, and I was open that our family isn't overly religious. In addition, I was very open about our family structure of me being a single mother by choice (IVF on my own and no partner / Dad) with two children. Did these items factor into their decision? I will never know. But as my child said, "Jesus wouldn't treat people this way."