Santiago Charter Middle School is a fantastic school! I recommend Santiago to any parent without…read morehesitation or qualification. When you visit the campus, you will immediately notice the caring atmosphere because every staff member is amazing (shoutout to Dr. D and Mrs. Pedroza, co principals, for giving this school the big heart that it has)!! If you're on the fence, give them a chance by attending one of the campus events to hear what they have to offer and what sets them apart from other schools. For example, how many middle schools offer international travel opportunities? My daughter went on a 10+ day trip to Europe and made wonderful memories with her friends. Again, this school has it all (including pre-AP!) and so many parents I've talked to all agree it was amazing for each of their kids. No regrets!

Great school and amazing staff members. Both my children attended and loved it…read more Deagostino is a great person!

My son is there at Linda Vista preschool . The teachers in the school are excellent and they love…read morekids very much . I love Ms Vivi . She is a very experienced and nice teacher . We are lucky to meet her .

This school is amazing some people say its meh but really good honestly the best school I've ever…read moreseen in my life teachers really great!

Amazing school The staff is amazing my kids enjoyed and…read morelove each teacher We felt at home. We really will miss our family of Chapman hills

I'm happy my parents switched me over to McPherson for 3rd - 8th grade. As a shy little girl, the…read moresmaller environment was good for me, especially in middle school. I had a good experience with almost all of my teachers (though I had a couple distinguishably quirky ones). I feel that the technology and science aspects were very helpful (I don't know anyone else who used Blackboard before college!). I had a great experience going through the drama program 6th - 8th grade. I loved going to Catalina, Astro Camp, SeaWorld, and going on snowboard trips. The campus is beautiful now. You should've seen it when the school opened back up :) Overall, I appreciate the time and effort of the staff from 1997-2003. Thanks!

Wonderful staff and students!!! I do career days for my job…read moreand was invited to a West Orange Elementary to do a presentation. This is the 5th time I've done one and I gotta say, outa the three schools I've been to, the students here really understood how and why I do my job. Lots of great questions and participation on the students part as well as extra helpful and friendly staff and teachers. Definitely will keep this on my regular "career day" Schools. Thanks again for inviting me West Orange Elementary!

Save your energy and the heartache. Don't bring your kids…read morehere. My son was being abused, teased and treated terribly by the other KINDERGARTENERS just because he's a little different , was having trouble adjusting to a school setting. Instead of the teacher helping him make friends, they made him out to seem like the troubled kid. My 5 year old said he left us classroom because "he just wanted to make a friend but everyone is mean to him." They don't give consequences to the kids that were teasing him or hurting him or talked to the parents. My son got yelled to " get the Fuck out of here" BY A FIVE YEAR OLD as soon as he got to school and hit with a hula hoop and no one did anything about it. When my son left his class room randomly and was so upset ,NO ONE called me. This all happened week one of school starting by the way.... And we had to pull him out already. Do not bring your kids here.

Amazing introduction to this school... everyone I encountered was friendly and loving- definitely…read morelove this school and recommend it to everyone.

Do Not Enroll your child to this school. Don't expect assistance or to have your voice heard. They…read moreare one sided and will cover up the damage they do to kids. This school is garbage. My child attended Kinder through 4th grade, 2018-2023. Ms. Rubio was the only principle at the time and is now on leave, no surprise there. She is garbage. My child was bring bullied and singled out by the kids, I reported this to the new principle who is still there, a male now. My child's teacher, 3rd grade teacher at the time, and counselor who is still there, who is also garbage. All in turn for all of them to tell me its my childs fault for being bullied and singled out. They had the nerve to ask me why he doesn't play with the other kids.. Hello!! He's being singled out! Also his 3rd grade teacher didn't like when my child told her Her tone was too high. They talk about speaking up but when the kids defend them selves "they are out of line" not of the staff told me my child was outta control, he yelled or did anything to disrespect them just that he spoke up once and that he doesn't play with the out the kids. All they did was roll their eyes. The counselor lady is the worst, telling me to get my child therapy instead of addressing the the kids that picked on him. They avoided that. The male principle didn't say anything at all. His 3rd grade teacher mad because my son spoke up for himself. Total garbage school. I transferred my child after the 4th grade only to see if 4th grade was better. it only got worse.. accusing my child. I had to take him to therapy all they do is hide all the bs.

So I want to just spread awareness of what's happening at one of the schools in orange…read more My son is enrolled at Jordan Elementry. He just turned 5 years old. About a month ago, I did the normal routine of picking up my son from class. He had received a sticker for "bravery". Thinking nothing of it, maybe falling and not crying, or going down a big slide, I just congratulated my son and that was that. It wasn't until that night where my son informed me that he didn't want to go to school anymore because he was scared of his teacher leaving him. They had taken their first trip to the big kids restroom and his teacher left him in the stalls. If it weren't for A 6TH GRADER hearing him crying in the stalls and helping him find his way back to the classroom, I don't know how much longer it would have taken the teacher to realize he was missing. I spoke to her and the principal about this, NOTHING was done. The fact that the teacher forgot my son and didn't bother informing me at all, and NOTHING being done. Pissed me off. Yesterday, was a holiday sing a long. It was HOT. While 1st-6th graders sat in shady benches, 5 year olds were to sit on the pavement in the sun for an hour while the principal and teachers stood in the shade. I saw the principal stand in the shade drinking her cold water bottle several times...while the little kindergartners who USUALLY go up first to perform so they can leave right away since they are small and in the sun, sat and were forced to bare the heat until the dismissal bell rang an hour later. 40 year old in the shade and hot and dehydrated so it's fine to drink water right? What about OUR kids, OUR 5 YEAR OLD KIDS.?! The same damn teacher who forgot my son in the stalls did a "head count" and forgot my son AGAIN. I was watching from afar hoping she would realize he's not with them and she would turn back. But nothing. My son was getting worried and searching for his teacher, so I went over to him and was gonna take him with me to the office to complain again. Until my old preschool teacher( who was the ONLY one barring the heat with the little ones sitting with them on the floor) informed me that there's another classmate that isn't hers. That's TWO kids. Angrily I walked back to the classroom, passing by other kindergarten teacher who had stayed by the benches to do a name check,(thank you Mr. hunter) The teacher was already realizing kids to parents, so I stay in line with both kids and ask her if she KNEW she forgot not only my SON but another classmate as well?! Her response? "Oh well we would have found them EVENTUALLY" "Can you just please go express your concerns to Mrs Rubio(Principal)" I called the district. No call back I want to actions done. This is pathetic. With all these shootings and chaos in the work and for a teacher to forget her students either no remorse. It's disgusting. I received an email from that teacher this morning stating the issue is she doesn't have enough parents helping her and her solution is to cancel any event, activity or field trip if she doesn't have parents able to help her take care of her classroom...hmmm so your solution is to blame the parents for loosing track of the kids? I have yet to receive a call back from the school district.

Best Elementary School in Orange County. Ms Rossellini know…read moreevery child by name and last name is amazing. All the school staff are nice and kind. The feeling in the mornings when we drop off the kids at the school they have good energy with some fun music. Our kids have a safe and private environment . We would like to say Thank you Panorama Elementary School

Such a GREAT school! Principal is the best in the Orange Unified School District! Teachers and…read moreStaff are exceptional. We would not go anywhere else and only wish I had started my childrens education there.

The International School of Orange County has been so far the best decision I've made for my son's…read moreeducation. Introducing him to French at an early age from the mommy and moi program as a toddler to starting full time classes at Pre-K, he is code switching from English to French and singing songs he learns in class. We do not speak French in our household and this School gives my son French cultural and language experience. The faculty and staff have been very supportive and welcoming us to the school. I appreciate the faculty to student ratio. The teachers are very caring and nurturing. My son goes to school every morning with a smile. Great French Immersion School in Orange County accredited by French Ministry of Education.

This is such an AMAZING school! Truly a wonderful experience for your child that you can't get…read moreanywhere else in OC (private or public). Between the immersive language environment, small classroom sizes, a very passionate and nurturing staff, diverse families (all types of cultural and professional backgrounds) and lot's of extracurricular opportunities; this school builds bright and confident students. The overall community is kind and vibrant. Also, a lot more modest than other private schools in the area I have been exposed to. Parents sacrifice to send their kids here and they do so happily and knowing it is well worth it. Give this school your consideration. The summer camp is a great way to get a feel for the French curriculum :)

Fletcher is an amazing school. My child has been attending for the past five years. My family has…read morebeen very happy with all of the teachers there. The PTSA is very involved and is always doing fun things for the students and staff

Fletcher's been a great school since Mrs. Cardenas took over as principal in 2023-2024. For one, in…read morea matter of months during her rookie year, Mrs. Cardenas swiftly and soundly solved all the staffing problems that had affected Fletcher for 3+ years. Also, you can tell that Mrs. Cardenas really cares about the kids. From empathizing with a first grader over chipped nail polish to agreeing to kiss a live pig to motivate the student body, she exemplifies relatable warmth. I genuinely like the teachers that have taught my daughter so far. Her kindergarten teacher is a miracle worker. In her soft-spoken way, she can calm the rowdiest room of 5- and 6-year-olds and teach them good socio-emotional skills. She devotes so much attention to helping EACH child, from researching resources for the parents to use to notifying parents about little things that affect children's social dynamics. Her observation skills are off the charts! Further, she individualizes education to children's skill levels. She had some kids learning first-grade material and writing 5+ sentence paragraphs all while in kindergarten. Her compassion, dedication, and insight will forever make a HUGE difference in our family. The first-grade teachers are similarly awesome. They exude friendly fun and nurturing sweetness. And they care so much about their students and are soooo patient with them! My daughter's teacher has even responded to my texts at 10:00 pm and over the weekend to answer my questions! They go above and beyond to make each child feel seen, heard, and oh so special, and they create a safe, enriching spot for each child to grow. One of the most veteran, knowledgeable, and caring teachers at Fletcher is a first-grade teacher there, and her classroom is consistently quiet with all kids on task. When was the last time you heard of a first-grade classroom like that?! First grade also individualizes learning as well, and they cut the fluff that comes with certain elementary school instruction. One of the first-grade teachers won Teacher of the Year this year, and the kids responded with an uproarious cheer and could not stop chanting her name. And my 4-year-old is in love with another first-grade teacher because she really took the time to interact with him when he visited the classroom for Open House. Hence, I love the academic and social environment in first grade! Lastly, I have to give a shoutout to the amazing PTSA that Fletcher has had since we've been here. They have sooo many great programs for ALL the students and enthusiastically try to get as many students involved as possible. Elaborate trunk-or-treats, dazzling carnivals, animal presentations, assemblies, reindeer runs, Reflections, various holiday celebrations, and art/music/science classes...you name it! There are also fabulous after-school clubs and extracurriculars at Fletcher including running club, esports, math and reading clubs, homework help, Mandarin competition clubs, etc. However, what I believe really separates this PTSA from many others is their willingness to listen to parents and students and make their visions a reality. For instance, one parent wanted to have a talent show, and some other parents wanted a field day. PTSA listened, snapped its fingers and funded the events, and these events all happened for the first time at Fletcher in a long time. Similarly, another parent wanted to help expose 1st to 6th graders to the higher-level problem-solving and test-taking skills that comes with math competitions. Mrs. Cardenas and PTSA, and some dedicated fifth-grade teachers, found ways to make this happen. I was so impressed! When we told our parent friends from the Placenta-Yorba Linda School District about all the offerings at Fletcher, they said, "Whoooaa! You would only get that at fancy private schools!!" All in all, Fletcher's a fabulous school. And because of Mrs. Cardenas and PTSA, you can also think of it as a school where your voice matters, a school that WILL take your ideas for change and implement them. I encourage parents who care, who want to make a difference in their child's educational environment, to send their kids to Fletcher. The Mandarin education is top-notch, but there is no difference between how the school treats its MIP students and its students who aren't in the Mandarin program (i.e., don't feel that your kids HAVE TO be in the Mandarin program if they're at Fletcher). All benefit from the unique educational opportunities that Fletcher offers, and I'm so grateful for it.