Have a second child coming to this school and it doesn't disappoint. My first was here when it was…read moreAlma Heights. The staff genuinely care about the kids and push for academic excellence. The class size is small, allowing for a lot of one on one time. They have a great sports program along with other extra curricular activities. Founded in Christian beliefs, spirituality is fostered and tied into the curriculum. Proud to send my children here

PacBay has provided an environment of learning and growth academically, athletically and socially…read morefor our son. He has flourished under the encouragement and mentorship of exceptional teachers and supportive coaches. As a family from San Francisco, we sought a school that was nurturing and stimulating which definitely helped build our son's confidence. There are some amazing stand out teachers from Philosophy to History and Engineering - warm and caring, they are really interested in student success and challenging them to do more. My son is not easily impressed by people, and we are grateful that he was inspired by some brilliant college level instructors. Of course there were some teachers that were not a good fit, however we believe this to be true of any school, large or small, public or private. It is true that with a small school there are resource challenges. The positives outweighed the negatives for our family. Even though there were not as many options for sports teams, PacBay did an excellent job of providing a positive team environment in which everyone was accepted to play if they had an interest, and surprisingly they performed very well in the PSAL league for soccer, basketball, volleyball, track and cross country. Our son made tremendous improvement in his preferred sports of track and cross country; and he had the opportunity to play soccer, a team sport he otherwise would have never experienced. This definitely helped him create closer connections with his fellow students of all grade levels and not just his own class. The large and beautiful campus further facilitated a healthy learning environment, providing many opportunities for students to feel safe and free to be outside, visit the goats and chickens and play with beloved pets (dogs) that some teachers were able to bring on campus. The nearby corner store and beach was also a popular spot for students to unwind after a long day. A special shoutout to PacBay's college counselor, Ms. Ho. For a small school with limited resources, this was a top-notch service that we believe is very important for a high school to provide. PacBay students' rate of college acceptance to top tier schools is very competitive and impressive. All in all, our son had an amazing experience at PacBay and we can say he truly flourished and thrived. He has excellent study skills and habits and learned accountability through leadership opportunities. We feel very satisfied in his preparedness for college as he has become a well disciplined and independent individual, learning to advocate for himself and take charge of his academic and athletic growth. PacBay was an excellent place for him as a nonconventional person, thinking outside the box and leveraging his unique ideas and desire to build and tinker. We feel blessed that teachers and peers recognized and celebrated his enthusiasm for learning and he has made many good friends.

Please dear god if your child is queer or individualistic, don't send them to this school. I made…read morethe mistake of being trans and dressing alternatively and I was bullied relentlessly. I was sexually harassed and physically assaulted, I was called slurs, it got so bad that I became suicidal. I asked for help again and again and nobody did anything. My damn hair was turning gray. I can't believe I made it a whole year at that hell on earth. I've transferred to Oceana, and I'm so much happier. If your kid is straight and dresses and acts like everyone else, fine, great, send them here. If not? Keep them well away from this godforsaken toilet bowl they call a school.

For all the generations of "the back of the Valley" Terra Nova HS grads, there are no reviews or…read morecheck ins for Terra Nova High. I know there are many out there because of your reverence for your high school years. It is what you called your best years. Even though Terra Nova's overall test scores are up this year and more college oriented students are coming in from outside areas , I suspect the no reviews is because most current students or past grads are not into high tech. Social networking people, tend to be tech savvy and have advanced degrees. I find most past TN grads to be blue collar, who have lived in the area all their lives with little care for what happens out of Pacifica, and proud of it. With all this said, of course Terra Nova has a great sports program and the booster to back it up. Football is top notch, Women's softball, Women's basketball, volleyball, etc. It also has great teachers who challenge their classes and want them to do more than the Pacfiica Norm. The new administration is finding its way. I hope they will without compromise.

Thank you, Oceana High School, for hosting the Division 3 swim meet today…read more The event was well-organized and extremely well-refereed. (Look at all the coaches craning in unison to see the swimmers jump backwards into the lanes!) Space upstairs in the observation deck was crowded and could use better ventilation however all the teams felt welcomed and the event was well-run.

The last graduating "normal" instruction class here, Class of 1991, before changing formats. I…read moreloved my high school, situated in sort-of nearby Pacifica. I was supposed to attend Jefferson High School in Daly City. I had a rough-ish time in middle school, so I wanted a fresh start. I found it at Oceana High School. Though, there were a few of us, less than ten students (Thomas R. Pollicita grads, formerly Colma Middle School) who ended up graduating together (that means, twice). I made friends of all colors, races, creeds, and religious faiths. Of course, I didn't get along with everyone, but for the most part, I had mostly friends, not enemies. There were different personalities here and I was able to navigate and learn from it. I enjoyed every year, but freshman year, was the most awkward. I had a lot of great teachers, others, not so great, but for the most part, I did learn a lot. The greats were: Mrs. Williams, Mr. Tanisawa (math), Mrs. Heeb (art), Mr. Argeris, Mr. Christensen, just to name a few. I had the most enriching experience at this school (I probably had the most growth as a person, an individual, rather, at this time). I attended all the assemblies, some football games, some dances, and some field trips over the years. I made "Honor Roll" most semesters. I joined the Track team, the Cross-Country team, and the Swim Team (and I didn't even know how to swim). I was also a part of a couple of clubs. I also even co-founded a group in Senior Year, SHOP (students helping our planet). And detention, yes, I had a few of those. I turned 18 in December of my Senior Year and was able to sign myself out. So, sometimes, I did (but this was when I had all my work done). And there was also Prank War, but it was just flyers, really. It was foggy often, the property was spread out, and it was small, compared to other schools in the district. There were two parking lots, one on each side. The courtyard was small. The cafeteria was bustling. And for a few years our school was number one in Wrestling. I think that Coach Gray was responsible for that.

I can't say much about the school yet since we are waiting to see if my son will be accepted. This…read morereview is based on the school tour and interaction with everyone on site. My experience was great. The tour lasted about an hour and Principal Torres gave a group of 6 parents the tour. We were able to shadow each classroom and speak to the teachers. He answered all our questions with confidence and ensured us he is focused on making positive changes. Every staff member greeted us with a a smile and positive energy. What I love so far is how the staff openly told us their child(ren) were students here and even though they graduated, they are still working here. Everyone told us how much they love this school. Academically, you can see how much the kids learn. They cover every subject required for high school and colleges. Ms. Soulette's syllabus is thorough and includes expectations from students and parents. I'm so impressed with how behaved the kindergarteners were. The first graders are extremely advanced. When asked what they're doing or learning, multiple students raised their hand. When the second and third grade teacher quizzed the students, again, multiple hands were raised. They also have a buddy system for younger students! The playground structure is small but new. They have a basketball court and gym on site. Pick up and drop off was my number one concern but Principal Torres reassured us there isn't much morning traffic with their process.

Not a great experience for our family. The school's attitude is always dismissive/non-apologetic,…read more"there are too many kids to take care of the details" kind of thing. We consistently hear it from the front office and the teachers. There are rather low standards in academics, with the average that falls below national standard at least in the elementary school. The kindergarten is a complete disaster with 25+ kids; most of the staff that is directly working with kids doesn't even have educational background, yet the school continues to employ them and come up with excuses for poor outcomes.

We feel incredibly lucky to have Ms. Chakraverty as our son's (4th grade teacher). She creates such…read morea warm and welcoming classroom where every child feels seen, understood, and encouraged. What stands out most is how attentive she is to the little details , she truly takes the time to understand each student and bring out their strengths. Since being in her class, my son has improved tremendously, not only academically but also socially and emotionally. His confidence, participation, and love for learning have all grown so much. Ms. Chakraverty has a special ability to motivate her students and get the very best out of them while making learning enjoyable and meaningful. Thank you for your dedication, patience, and care Ms Chakraverty!

My daughter came here for summer school. She really enjoyed school and she adjusted really well to…read moremy surprise. I didn't get photos daily, but I really did like what I was seeing when she did attend Stratford. The teachers communicated with me whenever possible.

I'm appalled. I searched for my old ala mater (Serramonte HS) here on Yelp, and nothing, nada, no…read moredice. Are there no Regents out there? I had the pleasure of Attending Serramonte HS from 79 & 81 before she closed her doors for good in 1981 with the graduation and departure of class of 1980. At the time, Serramonte was it. We had the best sports teams, best scholars, best DJ (Dr. Funk) and the absolutely best looking ladies this side of the Mason Dixon Line. A school not to be F**ked with. Here's Serramonte HS History from Wiki: Serramonte High School was open from 1970 to 1981, returning in a limited form for the two academic years of 1993-1995. The former campus, now renamed Serramonte Del Rey, serves as the district office. I actually cried when the school closed. Not because I loved and would miss her. I cried because they transferred me to Jefferson HS, which was a rival and hated enemy school.

I'm a Regent I'm a Regent…read moreI'm a Regent till I die ("but I'd rather be a Regent than a cherry from SI" - - Larry Chu 1974)

Great School, I have both my kids there. One senior and the other freshman…read more Love the school, the teachers, the tutors, the way they run the place.

Wonderful school! I can't stress enough how happy I am that my child is attending this charter…read moreschool. She's happy and loves attending school, which is a vast improvement from her previous school. Happy child, Happy Mom!

I transferred my child from Highland Christian School about two years ago, and after having time to…read morereflect on our experience--especially during and after the COVID period--I would like to share an objective review covering both strengths and areas of concern. First, regarding teacher resources, the school had some good teachers prior to COVID. However, many experienced teachers left after COVID, likely due in part to compensation and possibly other factors. Following this turnover, the school appeared to face significant staffing shortages. In response, the school hired individuals with limited formal teaching training, including classroom aides and, in some cases, individuals with personal connections to existing staff. Some of these individuals did not appear to have formal teaching credentials or licenses. This created inconsistency in instructional quality and classroom management. I am aware of families who withdrew their children after learning that their child's teacher did not have formal teaching qualifications. Second, the school appeared to have limited social-emotional support resources for students. There did not seem to be access to counselors, psychologists, or other professionals trained to support children's emotional and behavioral needs. Social-emotional support is essential for children's development, especially during challenging periods like the post-COVID transition. I also heard reports of students struggling with behavioral or emotional needs without sufficient professional support. This contributed to some families choosing to transfer their children to other schools. Third, the school's physical facilities were limited. The playground and parking lot shared the same space, which raised safety concerns during drop-off and pickup times when children were moving near vehicles. Outdoor recreational space was small, and there was no dedicated soccer field. While there was a basketball hoop, overall physical activity space was limited compared to other schools. One positive aspect is that the school provides Bible-based education, which may be meaningful and valuable for families seeking a Christian-centered environment. Overall, while the school may meet the needs of some families, our experience led us to seek a different educational environment. Since transferring, my children's current school provides licensed teachers, stronger social-emotional support resources, and more adequate facilities for both learning and physical activity. We have been very happy with the transition.

I do not recommend it. My son and I had the worst…read moreexperience ever when he turned two y/o and was transitioning to a different level and wasn't fully potty trained yet. He had a few bathroom accidents, and I always provided lots of new and clean underwear and asked his teacher to discard the soiled ones in the trash. To my surprise, every time he had a bathroom accident (not often), the "number two" was sent home along with the soiled underwear, and many times, it messed up my washing machine. When I questioned the administration, she simply made fun of me and told me that if I wasn't happy about it, I was welcome to pull my son out of the school. She shook her shoulders like she didn't care about it. It wasn't a healthy Christian attitude and environment. The same treatment wasn't applied towards different races there. I always wondered why.

I'm a former Woo Kid who went to Wilkinson School aka "Woo School" from 2005-2008, and Woo School…read moreisn't good, it's great!! I loved all the extra curricular stuff they have from egg drop, to the Intensive Studies Trip, Woo School is truly Amazing, and Mr. Edward "Woo" Wilkinson is amazing too!!

Our children go to Wilkinson and they are thriving. Best…read moreteachers, beautiful view on the ocean, and even though the school is cozy, there are so many outdoor experiences (hikes, beach walks) and they work and perform (all kids do) on 2 fabulous school performances a year: a winter concert and a musical.