I've hesitated to write this review for some time, but after seeing recent allegations against the…read moreschool, I feel it is important to share my experience. While our first year was smooth, the second year revealed systemic issues in how the school is managed and how they are dismissive serious student concerns. There were 4 primary areas of concern that led to me pulling my child from this school- Inappropriate Spiritual Guidance: My child was told by the Pastor's wife that if he wasn't a "good kid," his heart would become "dirty" and he would die. Using fear and mortality as a disciplinary tool for a young child is spiritually and emotionally damaging. Academic Management: Despite a very small class size of only six students, a significant amount of classwork was consistently sent home for me to supervise and correct. I was told this was to prevent him from losing recess which i didn't agree with at all , but with a 6:1 student to teacher ratio, I expected the educator to be able to manage individual student progress and corrections during school hours. Response to Bias : One of the most upsetting incidents involved a student telling my son to "go back to his country." When I requested a meeting to discuss how the school promotes an inclusive environment, the response from leadership was dismissive. Instead of addressing the harm caused, the Principal stated they "don't talk about race" and her dad/ the Pastor of the church on campus proceeded to share a tone-deaf anecdote about owning an "Aunt Jemima" cookie jar and not understanding why a visitor found it offensive. Lastly, My child was not served lunch one day and went the entire day with only a snack. When questioned, the teacher blamed my son for "not speaking up." He later told me he was too embarrassed to ask because the teacher had been threatening the class all week that they "wouldn't get pizza" if they didn't behave. Using food as a bargaining chip or threat is cruel. Lack of Accountability: When I informed the Principal we were leaving, there was no concern for my childs well-being or the reasons for our departure. The immediate response was that "per the handbook, tuition is still due for two months." It became clear that the administration and faculty --which is heavily insulated by family ties--is not at all equipped to handle modern social dynamics or provide a supportive, inclusive atmosphere. Issues are swept under the rug rather than addressed with the transparency and growth one would expect from an educational institution.

This school pours love into their students and treats my kids like one of their own. The lessons…read morethey instill in our kids complement what we teach at home. RPA is like homeschooling on steroids. The kids get a concentrated education, learn more than they ever would in public school and are free from distractions and bad behavior. One of the reasons we didn't want our kids going to public school is the lack of parental accountability for children's discipline and behavior. I love that RPA recognizes kids have bad days but does not tolerate ongoing discipline issues that distract from the classroom and influence other kids to behave the same way. The parents have built a unique community and often spend time together on the playground after school while the kids play. It is Little House on the Prarie meets modern-day San Antonio.

My son which is a sophomore has been attending Harmony Science Academy since he was in 6th grade…read more His brother is also attending for the 1st time this year and is excited for the new year. I have met most of the faculty staff and are very committed to your students academic growth.

Good school my son goes to pre k here and he loves it. I really like how they let me know if…read moreanything has happened to my child even if it's as little as him and another student bumping heads together. Only thing that I don't really like is how they usually give me like a days maybe 2 days notice of class events. Staff very nice

Get close to administration so they know who you are ;) Teacher : student ratio is about 1:19…read more School also short staffed in speech dept. Front office staff bit unprofessional but Admin. addresses all issues/complaints in a timely manner. Overall a good school does need some updating...My son loves school and his teacher, and I love watching him show me all he has learned...

This community has been so supportive of our two grandsons. They have grown in their love of our…read moreLord and academically. We have appreciated the staff's input into their lives.

This year is my kids first year at Gateway and we love it, my kindergarden already reading and her…read morewriting has improve tremendously, her memorization and spelling is at a level , I never tought it would be at her age. Very grateful with her teacher and the tremendous job she is doing . My 5 th grader is also improving in all his classes, thanks to his teacher who is helping him in his weak areas. Honestly I cannot be more greatful of what my husband and I can see in the academic level this school offers. Overall great school, excellent academic level, and love the staff.

What could improve is the food as stated by another parent. If my child eats here their stomach…read moregets ruined and they get in trouble the rest of the day for being in the bathroom. Another thing is no response when it comes to issues going on within the school. I've accepted this and although my child has been here 2 years they will no longer be attending IDEA. My child has gotten worse academically since starting here. Also, it's pretty much impossible to get your child on any sport team unless your child has been going to the school for years and years. My child was like a pariah here and wasn't wanted in any sports or afterschool activities. They would tell my child that I'd have to go and apply for the clubs then when I would go they would tell me the child would have to go which made me believe that they just did not want them in there. Think long and hard before bringing your child to this school. Also, if your child isn't perfect As and no issues don't even bother with this school. I don't know what would help to improve because this school needs so much help. Good luck to anybody who chooses this school to send their child to!

This school is full of lies the kids are not learning anything they say the child knows how to read…read moreor know certain information but it's a lie. They lie on grades and pass kids just to pass them so the school can still get funded for kids passing. Teachers are always needed due to teachers leaving they are under staff. It is a Terrible school

AppleTree already gets 5 gold stars fro me HOWEVER, it was not until my son started Kindergarten…read morethat I realized just what a great job they had done with him. He was totally prepared for Kindergarten and is even ahead. All the work he is coming home with is stuff he has been doing for the past year. I don't know what else I can say other than I am totally impressed with AppleTree Day School and miss them very much now that we are in school!

This was my toddler's first chance at daycare and I was counting on this place to provide a…read morenurturing environment for my child. Instead they let him cry the whole time he was there, and out of two weeks of going they only picked him up once. I watched on the camera app (which is very grainy and has no sound) and the teachers would literally just ignore him. There's no cameras outside and I had enough of this place when I surprise picked him up and he was sitting outside in the heat next to the door scream crying and no one was paying him any attention. They said he had been crying the whole time. I literally can't believe it. Pick him up! Nurture him! Help him feel safe! Instead they took away his stuffed animal puppy and just let him cry. Sending my 18 month old boy to this place is my biggest regret as a parent so far.