As speaking as a former student, this school suck ass. The kids would talk shit about me and my…read morefriends, mock us, and if we told the teacher half the time nothing would be done, and something was done it wasn't enough. Most of the guy teachers are pedo's and if they aren't then they good teachers. I would like to shout out Ms. Whitecotton for being the best teacher.

This school is a great example of privilege and a failing school system. The teachers have no power…read moreto teach, students believe they are entitled to control the classroom, parents undermine teachers, and the administration is willing to save face with parents rather than seek the good of the students' future. The teachers are good teachers, but I would not allow my child to attend this school. This campus needs to seriously re-evaluate the condition of their system.

My sibling went here, and was traumatized. They got raped by a fellow classmate, was treated…read moreterribly by staff, the lunch was terrible, and the family lost a lot of money. I would NOT recommend this school, at all.

this school is honestly terrible they talk about small classes help teachers to connect with…read morestudents but got no help from one teacher at all and she literally ignored me 24/7. food is garbage and I seriously got bullied by kids who can't even reach 5 foot. I hear the n word every time a teacher isn't in the room and I can't tell you how many guys talk bad about girls in this school. don't go here if you're a girl because you will be body shamed and talked about 24/7 with how much drama is in this school

terrible school. i've been going to bailey for 2 years and it's almost the end of 7th. councilors…read moreare the worst. they say they will take things "seriously" but the don't unless it's life threatening. i understand they think that's more important but the small things can lead up to endangerment. i had a boy call me a fa**ot 5 times and it took them 5 weeks to take care of it. not to mention that boy had no consequences at all. not even lunch detention, even when i mentioned when he was bullying a kid with autism. the councilors really don't care. i have bad ADHD and people talk a lot in class and bully me and when i went to the councilors for help and explained thoroughly they called me "lazy." i don't trust the councilors with anything. also a very small percentage of the staff is kind to their students. i had a piece of candy and a teacher grabbed my wrist and dumped it in the trash can. when i reported the incident she said "if you complain to the principal i'll give you a referral." mind you i reported it 10 times to the principal, vice principal, and other head staff. guess what happened? nothing. kids get bullied constantly and picked on for whatever. i don't even feel safe at that school. in 6th grade i had a teacher yell at my class of 5 students who were very kind every day even when we completed our work and listened. we weren't talking or anything. he yelled at me for asking where to submit my assignments. also he called our class "trash" and "r*******" and me and several students reported each over 5 times. guess what happened? not anything until the end of the year. not to mention some substitutes are homophobic and very rude. next topic, they have terrible pests and don't pay to get rid of them. rats behind the bleachers, scorpions, and tons of cockroaches!!! anyway, if you read this, would not recommend to send your kid here. it's terrible and not a healthy environment.

Administration does a great job at running the school. Staff/Faculty is very kind, knowledgeable,…read morepassionate, and caring. The students here are EVERYTHING. It's been a pleasure to have been able to work with both students and teachers.

After 2.5 years at Ladybird Montessori, it's clear that the "perfect" farm image hides a chaotic…read morereality. The school prioritizes enrollment numbers over child safety and quality education. We experienced extreme instability, with at least 10 teacher turnovers in our classroom alone. Without lead teachers, the environment lacked structure, leading to incidents of teacher's yelling and writing up excessive incident reports. Major Safety & Management Red Flags: * Severe Negligence: My child was left outside alone and was banging on the door to come back in (documented with the state) and was left in a bathroom with an unauthorized adult without staff realizing she had left her group. * Unstructured Aftercare: Most incidents occurred during the 60-kid aftercare "nightmare," which lacks any meaningful supervision. * Financial Gatekeeping: The school often holds children back in YCC (Toddler) longer than necessary just to collect higher fees, regardless of whether the child has mastered the curriculum. * Exclusionary Practices: Extracurriculars like soccer are restricted by age (4+), effectively excluding half of the mixed-age Children's House (2.5-6) classrooms. * Retaliation: Be prepared for your child's hours to be cut to half-days as a way to slowly push you out. Communication is a "secret" here; I never received enough communication or updates on my child's progress. Enough was enough. If you raise any concerns, the director deflects blame onto the child. Please check the state's licensing website for their violation history. Your child deserves a safe, attentive environment--not just to be a number in a crowded room. Disabling Google reviews to limit transparency is a clear indicator of the issues present here.

I am sharing our experience to alert parents who choose Ladybird Montessori School (LMS)…read morespecifically for its AMS "Verified" status and its promise of a high-fidelity Montessori environment. The school markets itself as a development partner. However, our experience revealed a systemic failure. They did not follow basic Montessori principles when faced with a child's natural developmental whirlwind. 1. Interaction with Administration: A Failure to Lead. My interactions with the administration were consistently dismissive and lacked the pedagogical depth one expects from a Montessori leader. The Director utilized administrative pressure to silence concerns. pick-up incidents occurred, I was met with visible frustration rather than a collaborative, "connected" approach. It became clear that the administration prioritizes its own convenience and "harmonious" image over the actual hard work of supporting a child. 2. Inability to Handle High-Energy Children. This school is fundamentally equipped only for children who are "perfect" or passive. If your child has high energy, curiosity, or a "whirlwind" personality, LMS will likely label them a safety liability rather than a student. Despite Montessori literature stating that high-energy toddlers often need "heavy work" or movement outlets to regulate, this school treated my son's natural physical drive as a critical safety "impasse". They simply do not have the patience or the staffing expertise to handle children who don't fit into a quiet, compliant box. For parents considering any Montessori program, I strongly recommend taking a close look at how the school accommodates children with different temperaments. During a tour, observe whether classrooms offer movement opportunities or "heavy work" materials for children who benefit from physical activity. Ask staff how they support children who are active or struggle to remain still, and what strategies are in place for channeling high energy in a positive direction. Look for evidence of patience, flexibility, and an individualized approach, not just for compliance or calm. By being proactive in your questions, you can determine whether the environment will truly support your child's natural development. 3. Lack of Developmental Expertise The school consistently mislabeled age-appropriate milestones as behavioral "red flags." Most notably, my three-year-old son's natural development of oral-motor skills--commonly known as "raspberrying"--was documented as "spitting" in multiple incident reports. It was only after we clarified this developmental milestone that the school's documentation began to shift. Discouraging a child during a peak phase of speech development is a direct contradiction of the principle of "following the child". 4. Non-Montessori Disciplinary Practices Despite claiming to follow the AMS 5 Core Components, the school used interventions that are fundamentally non-Montessori. My son was removed to an administrative office to "sit and take breaths" while being lectured. This practice ignores Montessori guidance on toddler development. Authentic practice requires classroom-based "Grace and Courtesy" lessons and a prepared environment with "heavy work" for high-energy children. LMS chose administrative isolation over pedagogical support. 5. Dismissal Instead of Partnership When we formally requested the school realign its practices with AMS standards, the Director responded by immediately terminating our enrollment. This pattern of "quick dismissal" is echoed by other parents who report their children being asked to leave for behaviors like separation anxiety, without any attempt at modification. 6. Concerns Regarding Qualifications Public testimony from former staff members suggests that the "Lead Guides" at this school may not all hold the years of in-person training and practicum required for high-fidelity Montessori, with reports of "hiring off the street" and relying on online courses. This would explain the staff's inability to differentiate between developmental milestones and behavioral issues. How to Verify These Patterns: I encourage any parent considering this school to read the employee reviews on Glassdoor and Indeed, as well as the 1-star parent reviews on Yelp. You will see a consistent pattern of administrative dismissal and allegations of unqualified staff that mirrors our experience exactly. Furthermore, parents should check the Kyle/Buda community boards on Facebook, where numerous other families have expressed similar concerns about LMS. Finally, you can verify on the AMS School Locator (amshq.org) that while they are a "Verified" member, they have NOT attained full Accreditation. Conclusion: If your child is "perfect" or already accustomed to a school setting, LMS may suffice. However, if your child exhibits the "tricky behaviors" typical of a three-year-old such as darting, physical play, or vocal exploration, thi

Ms. Farber and Ms. Mathis are the best teachers ever!!! They carry the school and truly care for…read moretheir students. They are hilarious, talented, beautiful, wonderful beings who deserve a raise.

My daughters teacher Mr.Howser wrote a list of all his students and the bad things about them…read moreincluding saying my daughters friend was "gay" and "obnoxious". My daughter strongly dislikes the school and says the teachers and assistants are always in a bad mood except for her science teacher mr. Doggett and his assistant teacher mr. Louis. Please work on this Gorzycki.

Akins is definitely one of the schools that exists. Some of the teachers are pretty cool and…read moreSwaggy, but a few are not. Passing periods are WAY too short, and the tardy policy needs a major overhaul.