It's okay... most of the kids humor are dirty jokes and then their humor spreads to you then your…read moretelling dirty jokes too! At least thats how it is with the seventh graders ;)

Our family just moved to the area and Valley View was our assigned school. I left a message for the…read morePrincipal Anderson in the middle of the summer break and she called back within 2 hours. Definitely left a very positive first impression and it was a pleasure to speak to her. You could immediately tell that Principal Anderson is someone who deeply cares about her school's reputation but also satisfaction from the parents and her leadership skills definitely shined through when she spoke about her wonderful staff. We are very excited to be on campus soon.

I have to say Valley view is absolutely outstanding the staff is excellent along with the teachers…read morejust look how excellent the schools test scores are. Pros: Good Staff (HIGHLY RECOMEND MR.PATTEN) Regular educational Assemblies Supportive student council Clean Cons: Spends money on unneeded things (ipad for the science labs no class rooms) Overall: Staff:5/5 Environment:4/5 Education:4/5 (at least for my child's class) Activities:3/5 Technology:3.5/5 (new modern Elmo projectors some computers old) Overall= A

What a wonderful preschool! Truly, any parent would be lucky to have their child attend Little…read moreOrchard. From this parent's perspective, Little Orchard focuses on a holistic approach to early growth and development, including interacting with nature and animals, free play as learning, encouraging independence, learning to follow directions, etc. The director Susan is very approachable and easy to talk to. She is passionate about her work and maintaining a safe, healthy, engaging learning environment for preschoolers to prepare for elementary school. If you're unsure, ask about taking a tour!

I'd love to share this little gem of a preschool with all my fellow parents and teachers alike…read more I've had the pleasure of working here as a substitute teacher for the past month. My experiences with Little Orchard Preschool has been nothing but the best. As a mother of two, I highly appreciate their learning style and use of High Scope a active learning curriculum. Their attentiveness towards their students and family's is one you'll never forget. Everyone is greeted with a warm smile each morning, providing a loving environment for learning. If your looking for a preschool here in the Loomis area, look no further, Little Orchard Preschool is the BEST!

This review is for the gym facilities and not the school's teachers, philosophy, or functionality…read more This elementary school, located near the district office and down a long driveway in Loomis is the site of a gym/multipurpose room that is rented to a local basketball tournament director thus games overflow to here along with other venues. The gym is newer and clean and there is adequate space. It is in the outskirts of Loomis so it is less easy to find. Overall, good place to see/play basketball.

my child has been trying out for the "Talent Show" for 3-years. she hasn't had a real talent the…read morelast two years and wasn't picked. After the last rejection, I spoke w her about really bringing a great talent this year. We bought her a guitar for her birthday last year . She has spent 10 months teaching herself and has mastered "TheStar Spamgle Banner." Try-outs were last week and she was so excited. She didn't make "the cut" again. This is not about talent...it's about who the teachers that pick the talent like or their "favorite." i wiped her tears away for the 3rd year...and explained to her exactly that. They should allow anyone who tries out to be in the "show." It's unfair and unkind Frankly...

I loved my son's time at Sierra! From Kinder to Sixth grade. All of the teachers are amazing,…read morefront office staff and school nurse always kind and attentive. My son thrived here and I am grateful. I had a couple of issues, and the principal helped me to resolve them. Mrs.Burke and Ms.Budge, will always remember your kindness when my son was just so young! Love Sierra!

The school was not as great for my kids, when we moved here my daughter came home complaining about…read morethe food not being cooked properly. She is specifically referring to the grilled cheese sandwiches. She also felt annoyed because she would get in trouble for talking even though the teacher said she could go and help other. She specifically felt annoyed with the breakfast lady, she always felt uncomfortable because she would yell at the students for flip a milk bottle, like let the kids have fun. I rate this school a 1/5 but i would rate it 0/5.

The staff is okay.There not that good at resolving problem,but it's not that bad.The principal is…read morechill,mostly,just my opinion.Some of the teachers are fun,and some are a little strict.The lunch is not that good.There were some complaints of mold,specifically in the meat balls,and I think the fruits they provide.Also there grilled cheese,were they just slap uncooked cheese and bread,not cooked at all,and just call it a day.I think one kid complained for spoiled milk.Art,PE,Sience,and musi is okay I guess.The school is mostly good,mostly.Iits an okay school.Not entirely bad.Just a few things need to be changed.

Over the years, the quality of this school has significantly declined. As a former student from the…read more1970s and 1980s. I fondly remember it as a wonderful institution that offered education from kindergarten through 9th grade. However, by the time my daughter enrolled, the situation had started to deteriorate, marked by numerous conflicts with both teachers and the principal. A particularly troubling incident occurred when my daughter was in kindergarten. She got lost during a field trip to the pumpkin patch, and the teacher's response was, "Well, she should have listened. I told the kids not to get lost." This was directed at a five-year-old, who, as we know, typically has a limited attention span. Each subsequent year saw further decline. Now, my grandson attends this same school, and the issues persist. Recently, my daughter was threatened with my grandson's suspension if she continued to question the principal's methods. What was once a charming country school that fostered a sense of community and timeless values has sadly lost its way. Correction - due to my daughter questioning the principal, my grandson has been suspended for 5 days. He will be removed from the school and placed in a better environment. It's really sad that bullying is accepted and endorsed by the faculty.

Just another casualty in the wake of California's woeful, "Politicians know best", public schooling…read morepractices. My daughter went here for her Kindergarten year, and they had the most disturbing rules students had to follow: 1. No hugging. 2. No holding hands. 3. No playing with friends of your choosing. 4. Friends must be rotated, and we will choose who you play with. 4. No making animal noises. These were REAL rules enforced by her teacher at the time, Mrs. Balue (may be spelled differently) in 2016. My daughter use to love school days and looked forward to them. It didn't take long for Newcastle Elementary to break her of that joy and crush her little spirit. We pulled her early, and she did not attend again. I suggest you stay far away from this blight of an establishment.

I'm not sure how this school is now, but I guess things have changed with the new principal…read more I was never really a huge fan of this school growing-up. Sure, it's very nice and they remodeled it several years back, the teachers are friendly enough, but as far as education goes, parents can do much better. What makes this a 2-star rating is the fact that I was tormented constantly and it had gotten so out of hand, my parents considered switching schools. There are better schools out there.

I cannot day enough good things about Stoneridge Elementary School! We have been at the school for…read more2 years now and LOVE IT. The teachers are the BEST, they truly care about the students and are so knowledgeable/experienced. The administration/staff are also wonderful, they really seem to care about the students and promoting a safe learning environment. The culture of the school is really special! My daughter loves this school and her teachers. We are so thankful for Stoneridge!

The best school district in Northern California…read more I know many people that have dealt with or have kids in the Loomis Union District. Almost all of them love it. Talking to parents and teachers, this district seems more friendly than most others. It may sound funny but it has more of a local small town feel even though the area has grown quite a bit. Everyone sign up for the MandaRUN, it's awesome. Support the district.

I was having a hard time wondering if I was going to find a 3 year old program without breaking…read morethe bank, because he still was having occasional potty accidents and I had another son I pick up and drop off at different odd ball times at his school. A friends son who goes there told me just to call and visit that the staff is very accommodating and addressed all my concerns. They also let him visit a couple times before enrollment (Mrs. King is assigned teacher is amazing) and all the parents seem so friendly and good, wholesome families. I also wasn't sure if my son was going to take to it. He loved it from day one! The teachers all have smiling faces. I love that they work more on academics than some of the other schools seemed like their were more into creativity or independence. Even though they do all that too. Only after a week, I see such a difference in my 3 year old. He actually tells me each day what he learns. The staff is kind if they have accident and I feel safe having my son in their care and he is progressing as a student as well. I wish I knew the cute songs he is singing about school.

We recently transferred our two children to GBSH and we could not be more pleased with our decision…read moreso far. Every day our twins come home and tell us how much they enjoy their school. GBSH is a warm and caring environment where our children are flourishing. Not only do our children love Ms. Williams, we do too! They are challenged academically without losing the fun that preschool should provide. Also, the indoor playground is a great idea as our kids' recess at their prior school was frequently cancelled in the summer due to excessive heat and in the winter due to rain and cold. We love that our kids get to burn off energy EVERY day regardless of the weather. We toured numerous preschools and day care facilities before choosing GBSH for the quality of its teachers and the instant rapport that our kids had with Ms. Williams on our first visit.