Our family discovered Good Shepherd after touring more than our fair share of public and private…read moreschools. We had one daughter start middle of second grade and one begin in kindergarten and there was no looking back. We were genuinely welcomed by an outstanding community of parents and educators that, for many years now, have had nothing but the best interests of our children in their hearts. For eight years we've seen our two daughters grow both scholastically and socially and we attribute much of that to the hard working teachers and administrators. One thing that truly stands out is the involvement of parents, grandparents, siblings, aunties and uncles. It's very unique in that so many volunteer their time and have a heartfelt interest in seeing everyone's children do well. We love Good Shepherd, and most importantly, our children love it too.

This school consistently helped my children grow to above their Grade testing and Improve socially…read morewith in their classes. The unique part about this school is the kids constantly want to be there for any activity they host. Whether it's afterschool child care or a school sports event. The kids of all ages interact and are friends. You can tell that this community is strong and the parents / staff care. Sending my son and daughter to this school has made a huge difference in their lives. My wife and I are all in on Good shepherd Pacifica. Best catholic school / private school in the Bay Area because it excels in academics 100 percent but also in raising confident kind smart children. If you are lucky enough to get in due to limited class size and one per grade. Definitely sign up quickly!

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.

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

Terrible school. The current principal Rachel Romo is not fit for the job. I personally witnessed…read moreher mishandle a critical situation and as a mandated reporter that is not acceptable. Do not send your kid here. It is not safe for vulnerable children under the current management.

Another back of the valley school. This school has been here for decades. They remodeled in 2000…read more Combined in 2001. Again, as in my other reviews of Pacifica schools, this is the best of the rest. The teachers are very good to outstanding ( Miss Louthan, kindergarten, is the best. All three of my children excel at school because of her. Miss Andre is another exceptional teacher. ) , the PTO has a good program and there is a larger generation of children attending. The kindergarten class is the largest in a number of years. I hope most are from out of the area. We need higher expectations from our children.

Like, what the hair are all these 1 star reviews blabbering about?! Being a ibl student I have…read morefound nothing to verify the claims, the teachers say they love us. There are a couple problems though, for one they teach to slowly, and two there are some kids who vandalize everything they can and vape and smoke on the bus, but besides that IBL is nearly perfect.

Horrible experience for my son. The staff is incompetent to solve and they allow bullying…read more Definitely I have hundreds of reason to review this place with one star.

I first heard about Brighton Preschool from one of my friends who sent her two daughters here…read more After touring several preschools in SF, Daly City, and Pacifica, I can confidently say that choosing this one was the best decision for our daughter. The curriculum stood out right away. It's well-rounded and includes activities like yoga, sports, ceramics, and field trips. I also like the student to teacher ratio here. My daughter has absolutely thrived since she started in August. She is learning so much every day and it's incredible seeing all the arts and crafts she proudly brings home. Beyond the classroom, we have found a true community amongst other Brighton families that we feel very lucky to be a part of. I am so grateful we found this preschool, and I couldn't recommend it more highly!

Our eldest is about to wrap up two years at Brighton and head to kindergarten, happy, prepared, and…read morewith a great set of friends. This is thanks to Teacher Gillian and her fantastic team. They have created a safe, supportive, and educational environment over decades, guided by a palpable care and love for the kids. Now our youngest is about to start with them, and we couldn't say enough positive things about BPS.

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!

We started in the pre-K program last year, and our experience has been extremely satisfying. We…read morewill be continuing to Kindergarten this fall and highly recommend this campus. We always felt this campus wasn't very well-known, but once you get to know it, you'll discover it's a real hidden gem. The school's curriculum is very well-balanced. In addition to solid academic programs, it offers rich courses like Art, Music, Science, and Spanish. Children not only learn knowledge but also have the opportunity to develop their interests and creativity. This year, my child's academic progress has been remarkable. What surprised us even more was his personal growth. I used to think he was quite introverted and hesitant to perform in front of others, but with the encouragement of his teachers, he was fantastic at the Winter Performance. He confidently performed on stage, which was incredibly moving. His progress in social skills has also been a wonderful surprise. Many parents think Stratford is only about academics and lacks SEL (Social-Emotional Learning). In fact, the school integrates values like respect, responsibility, integrity, and care into daily teaching through the Character Counts! program, helping children learn to communicate, collaborate, and solve problems. Additionally, I really love the communication between the school leadership and parents. The principal, director and teachers are very willing to listen to parent feedback and respond proactively to issues, making us feel that the school and family are working together to support the child's growth. The school also offers abundant after-school resources. We've participated in Music Together, Chess, and Science, and my child loved them. For Kindergarten, there are also options like basketball, soccer, tennis, Cooking, and Gardening. Starting in K, you can sign up for the after-school Chinese program, which we did. We feel it's an incredible value for the price. Overall, this is a school that gives parents great peace of mind. The integrated schedule from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm means children can complete their studies and extracurricular activities at school without needing to rush to different places every day. It's very friendly for dual-income families. This year, we've seen our child grow in academics, self-confidence, and expressive skills, and we are excited for him to continue his journey at Stratford Crestmoor.

My family and I have finally found a place to worship!! This Church is an amazing Christian…read moreexperience based on the teachings of the Holy Bible. Everyone is so kind and welcoming. So glad to be a part of this!

Definitely one of my favorite churches. I feel like I was sorta raised in this church. They've…read morealways been welcoming to me and there's so memories here. They put on the best plays. The drive in church service was pretty cool too. I love the message here. They definitely stick to the real word of God.

Good school recomen the school my son love school thanks so much…read more‍‍‍‍really good and teacher is really nice

Thomas Edison school has been around forever. Good school faithful teachers. Great curriculum…read more Children are required to wear school uniforms which is a plus because you know if a child does not belong is not wearing the right attire.