My son's Kinder year was terrible. His teacher was so disorganized they even brought in another…read moreteacher to assist, which also didnt help as she was just disorganized as the first one. His current 2nd grade has also been bad. His teacher left in October, kept pushing her return just to not come back at all. His class has been covered with substitute teachers. I signed him up for an afterschool program only for them to tell me they had no room, however the afterschool program made sure to charge me the registration fee and weekly fee.

John Muir is a wonderful school. The principal, Dr. Frances Dunleavy, is warm and caring...I've…read morenever seen a school principal as involved as she is. Every morning she is out greeting the kids (ALL she knows by name) and parents. She will stop and take the time to speak with anyone who has a suggestion or concern. AND she goes to all school functions. Besides that, she is a fun person with a great personality. The parents are very friendly...you always feel welcome there. I honestly wasn't expecting the other parents to be so involved and so nice to be around. This makes you want to go to all functions because you know you will have a blast. I can't speak for all teachers...but the kids I know all seem happy with their teachers. MY sons kindegarten teacher is top notch in my book! Mrs. Claussen has a wonderful way of being warm and loving with the kids and at the same time, is no pushover and the kids respect her for that. She has a great sense of humor and a wonderful teaching style. There's my 2 cents (more like 80 cents!) If you are deciding whether to have your child attend John Muir, please call Dr. Dunleavy and schedule a tour, you will not be disappointed.

This was a very poor educational school and the 7/8 grade department was very bad. I encourage kids…read moreto leave for IBL and the principal was very poor

It's an amazing school and I would recommend this school…read more It has amazing teachers and after-school program on campus

I initially became interested in The Nueva School after subscribing to receive job postings. What…read moreimmediately stood out to me was how frequently new openings were being posted -- sometimes seemingly every week. As an educator, that naturally made me wonder about staff turnover. Eventually, I applied for a position and interviewed with someone who honestly seemed very kind and thoughtful. I left the interview feeling optimistic, especially because I was told I would hear back by the end of the week. In education hiring, timelines usually move quickly because schools want to secure teachers for the upcoming school year before candidates accept other opportunities. Weeks went by with complete silence. No follow-up, no rejection email, nothing. Wanting to close the loop professionally, I eventually emailed to thank the interviewer for her time and wish her and her team the best for the upcoming year. Oddly, the message bounced back, even though I had been communicating through that exact same email thread previously. At that point, I honestly began wondering whether the communication had somehow been compromised or whether I had fallen into some strange scam situation. I even called the school directly to verify that the interviewer actually worked there, and thankfully she did. The school then provided me with another email address associated with their official domain. I forwarded my message there as well, but once again received no response at all. Whether the message reached her or not, the overall experience felt surprisingly unprofessional and dismissive, especially after what had initially seemed like such a warm interaction. After later reading additional reviews and experiences from others, I ultimately realized this probably was not the right fit for me anyway. Still, basic communication and professional courtesy go a long way, particularly in education, where relationships and respect matter.

Interviewed here and saw some things that were surprising to me for a school that is as well funded…read moreas this one is. i would likely avoid this school if you want your children to have a fully rounded education experience.

Buri Buri elementary is a wonderful school. Three generations of my family have attended.read more

I had the best memories and experiences at this school. I'm a alumni/Class of 2017. The principal…read morewas very nice and prepared fun activities such as mad science, hip hop class, chess, ukulele, and etc. They also had people come to this school and teach students of a lot of varieties of things of what they like to do. Some activities were zookeepers, Japanese drumming, the harp, and STEM ( Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and it isn't only about fun it is also become people better learners and the teachers are very nice.

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.

We've only had our son at the school for about 9 months, but we love it! He has a great time and…read moresometimes it's hard to get him to leave. When we drop him off, he gives his teachers big hugs. All of them are so sweet too. I'm also impressed with the organized calendar we get every month. He engages in fun activities related to the holidays, palersize, Friday bicycle day, and more. He even says his prayers before lunch, which we've incorporated at dinner time at home. Logistically, I'm so thankful for the hours offered. We don't always have him there all day , but we can if needed. Additionally, I appreciate the respect they have for his clothes. Despite all the art and outside play, he always comes back clean and never has missing clothes (quite the opposite of his original daycare). They use brightwheel to track everything so we know about his every snack, potty, and nap. It's helpful as we potty train him too. Lastly, the pricing is fair. We are so happy we found this school where he is learning and is safe!

My daughter attended TNCP at ages 3-4. She had a great time there under teacher Lisa, then teacher…read moreCathy's care. The school has awesome hours and a big playground for kids of mixed ages to play together. They also have fun activities like Apple picking, music time, librarian visits, and even an insect guy (my daughter held some type of centipede and was very proud, haha!) Communication with school was easy with the app and overall, we felt our daughter was cared for and safe. They also have a Christmas dinner event for all the families which brings everyone together. One small complaint is that my daughter got sick a lot but she sure did build up her immune system in retrospect!

Amazing school and safe environment for kids of all ages! Teachers and staff are always respectful…read moreand helpful

Our family absolutely loves this school, and after several years here, I can confidently say it has…read morebeen one of the best decisions we've made for our daughters. We currently have a rising 4th grader and a rising 7th grader. Our younger daughter has attended since kindergarten, and our older daughter transferred from public school at the end of 2nd grade after the pandemic. She was behind academically when she arrived, but thanks to the incredible support of her 2nd grade and later her 4th grade teacher, she caught up and is now thriving and excelling. We really feel that her teachers saw her potential and gave her the confidence and support she needed. Good Shepherd strikes a great balance between strong academics and a well-rounded education. The curriculum is engaging and encourages students to think critically and stay curious. As our older daughter prepares for high school, we feel confident she is being challenged academically and is well prepared for rigorous programs. The junior high science program has been especially impressive, with opportunities to do some interesting lab projects and participate in local science fairs. As a non-Catholic family, we've also had a very positive experience with the religious education. We appreciate that it focuses on kindness, morality, service, and learning about the Bible and Catholic traditions without feeling overwhelming or exclusionary. The art program is wonderful, and the art teacher is incredibly dedicated. This year she put on a truly impressive art show which showcased the students' creativity in such a beautiful and professional way. The same can be said for the music program. PE is also one of my daughters' favorite parts of the week thanks to the fantastic athletics director. He introduces the kids to so many different sports and activities and makes fitness genuinely fun. Spanish is offered to all students, and although I can't say that my daughters can speak much Spanish, they are able to recognize and understand the language when we are out and/or traveling. One of the hidden gems of the school is the extracurricular theater program. My younger daughter absolutely loves participating. The productions are far beyond what you might expect from an elementary school, with beautiful costumes, impressive staging, and real instruction in acting and singing. It's been such a confidence builder. The after-school CYO sports program has also been an amazing experience. My girls have played volleyball and basketball and have loved it! They have had the opportunity to compete at a high level, have a great time, and connect with classmates and children from other schools in the community. Another huge plus is the extended care program, which has been invaluable for our family. It's honestly one of the best deals around--just a few dollars per child per hour--and offers so much more than simply supervision. The director does an incredible job keeping everything organized and creates fun, engaging activities that keep kids of all ages entertained. Even our older daughter who is too cool for childcare feels ok about going to extended care because she has a good time. The principal and staff at Good Shepherd are warm, approachable, and genuinely care about every child. The parent community is also amazing. We've met wonderful families and built lasting friendships through the school; everyone is so supportive of us and our kids, and they are so fun! The people at this school and the strong sense of community are probably the biggest reason I love the school. Finally, it's worth mentioning that the tuition is very reasonable for a private school, and the flexible tuition model with volunteer opportunities makes it even more accessible for families. Overall, we couldn't be happier with our experience and I wholeheartedly recommend Good Shepherd to any family!

Nice little school here in San Bruno. A very clean and well kept older school that reminds me of a…read moredifferent era. Teachers are highly visible and watchful of students in the morning before school starts. There is always a fair amount of parents waiting with their kids in the morning that amplifies a safe feeling overall. The principal is a very hands on kind of administrator that seems to know every student in the school. The teachers here are wonderful especially Ms. Pulido! Love this school.

Best elementary school in the entire San Mateo district! Great facility, with well educated and…read morecaring teachers and staff. Highly recommended sending your child here if your looking for a nurturing and advanced public school.