We love this little school! We have had kids attending Northminster since 2010 and it's been…read moreexcellent! Wonderful teachers and staff who love our kids like family.

We were apart of the Northminster family for 3 years before we left Tucson or I would still be…read moresending my other two little ones there!!! The small quaint campus lends to a safe, connected, family like community! The teachers and director are soo welcoming and loving!!! We miss our NCS sooo much!!!

We have been so happy to find Climbing Tree! The staff are caring, experienced, and dedicated, and…read morethe play-based approach has helped our kids learn to love school. They do a great job meeting each child where they are and helping them adapt and get comfortable so they can learn and grow.

This is the most amazing school. It's a hidden gem, sharing a campus with Blenman Elm, it has the…read moremost spectacular, true community vibe. Mrs. April, Mrs. Anna, and Mrs. Jennifer were like fairy godmothers to my child after a horrible experience elsewhere. They truly integrate a positive experience with safe boundaries. This is a super dynamic, beautifully balanced community school and has an AMAZING culture of love the staff consistently cultivates. These teachers are resilient, creative, and loving. Thank you Climbing Tree!

Great school With amazing staff! My daughter loves this school . They also have sports & extra…read moreafterschool Activites for them to keep busy.

I am writing to share my experience following a tour of Adventure School on Monday, July 7, 2025. I…read morehave been actively visiting various preschools and childcare centers in search of the best environment for my two-year-old son. Throughout this process, I have encountered several programs that did not meet my standards or expectations. Adventure School, however, stood out as a refreshing and reassuring exception. Although I did not have a scheduled appointment, I was warmly welcomed by Sarah, who immediately made me feel at ease. She took the time to understand what I was looking for and kindly offered to show me the two-year-old classroom. The teacher in that room was attentively seated with a child who appeared to be waking up or had just arrived, while the other children played calmly within her line of sight. Importantly, the classroom was in ratio--something I've found to be lacking in many other centers. The environment was calm, organized, and engaging. The walls displayed children's artwork, the classroom was rich in print, and materials were thoughtfully arranged without being overwhelming. A child-sized bathroom was located within the classroom, providing convenient access for potty-trained children. Throughout the tour, I asked detailed questions about teacher-to-child ratios, daily schedules, tuition, meals, hours of operation, and more. Sarah was able to answer all my inquiries thoroughly and without hesitation. She also discussed classroom transitions and walked us through the three-year-old room. Before that, she allowed my son to explore the outdoor play area, which included developmentally appropriate toys and climbing structures. We also had a meaningful conversation about early intervention, including AzEIP and Child Find, and how the school supports children who may be experiencing developmental delays. Sarah's knowledge and genuine commitment to supporting all children were clearly evident. Sarah's demeanor was warm, professional, and consistent throughout the visit. Despite spending a significant amount of her time with us, Sarah never appeared rushed or inconvenienced. This was a stark contrast to the reception I've received at several other centers. Upon leaving, I immediately contacted a friend who is also searching for a preschool and strongly recommended she consider Adventure School, despite the distance. Had the location been closer to our home and workplace, and the cost more manageable for our budget, I would have enrolled my son on the spot. Based on my experience, I have full confidence that he would be safe, supported, and nurtured in this environment.

This day care has been the best thing for my son. He was previously in a day care where they…read morebasically baby sat all day. At Adventure they focus on learning and development and fun. He loves his teachers and his classmates. They are great at communicating when he has done something wrong and making sure that i know its normal and that they are helping. The director, Laura, holds her staff to the highest standards because she knows they are capable and exceed those expectations. Every day when i drop my son off i feel like i'm leaving him with family.

i went to richardson from 1-6th and the teachers are very kind and have respect punishments. i…read morelearned very good academic from this school, even good enough to where i am in all accelerated. i miss is so much but i would highly recommend going to this school or sending eachother here and its in a safe loving community and neighbor!

St. Marks is an incredible place. Children are immersed in an engaging, play-based environment…read morewhere each teacher knows them, regardless of which class they are in. The curriculum is age appropriate and exciting and I've watched my own kids thrive socially, mentally and emotionally in their time here. We absolutely love the community we've made at St. Marks and are so thankful that the teachers and staff have poured so much into our kids. Teachers put time and effort in long after the day is done to make sure kids have great experiences that focus on the child as a whole. We really can't say enough about how much we love St. Marks. If you are touring preschools and private kindergarten programs in Tucson, St. Marks should be at the top of your list!

This is a special place, highly recommend. Every teacher and staff knows each kid personally. The…read moreclassrooms are magical, the kids learn so much through play-based learning. The teachers give everything they have to these kiddos.

Good amount of food the ambiance is chaotic but livable a reliable lunch that stays the sameread more

This school is unacceptable, they didn't have any bells for 2 months and only gives money to the…read moreband. It suck

Where to start the teaching for middle school are horrific, not all but a few! The way staff and…read moreteachers talk to their students, the struggles my kids have gone through it's ridiculous. The assistant principal of absolutely no help! Once your kids is in the office for something, that's it they are a target. It's like if he doesn't walk in a straight line he's in trouble it's NOT MILITARY SCHOOL . This is not a friendly environment at all. My daughter had these problems but once in high school and not having to deal with these teachers she made tremendous progress and is an A+ student. Vail academy does not have the best interest of the students it's always to cover up what the teacher is doing. No progress had been made despite the endless calls to the school.

Vail Academy and High School is unlike any other school in the area. We are a small learning…read morecommunity of approximately 500 students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade. Our history dates back to 1997 when Vail Charter High School was opened as the first high school in Vail. For many years VHS was the smallest high school choice for families in our district. In July 2010, a beautiful new site opened its doors as Vail Academy and High School. We are committed to encouraging high academic and social achievement. As a STEM school we emphasize science, technology, engineering, and math. We do all we can, everyday, to expose all of our students to the very best education has to offer. As a new addition to the many excelling schools in the Vail District, we had a lot to prove last year when we opened. And we have!