Piney Point Elementary School

3.0 mi

Amazing school, new principal this year. Started with Mr. McClish, amazing principal. This will be…read moremy scholar second year, can't wait to see the great changes the new principal Mr. Bui brings to the school. The front office staff is very helpful, Ms. Diana is a gem! I do wish they utilize Class Dojo more for announcements rather than emailing, but that's all.

So st George is a ok school the reason I think it is just ok is because the teachers are…read moreridiculously Strict and some of the rules are just dumb

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Mandarin Immersion Magnet School

3.0 mi

WOW! This school is amazing! My son got bad grades at Aldine, Johnson Elementary. He explained that…read morehis school didn't do the requirements, so we moved here. Turns out, great idea. His grades turned into 60% to a 100%! Full on F to A. I recommend moving your kids here.

Great safe school accompanying a beautiful language. Exceptionally great education. The environment…read moreis always clean

Cafeteria (Holiday Decor)

Hallway

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Dragon

The Kinkaid School

4.0

1.7 mi

If your family doesn't have a legacy at this school, don't waste your time applying. When some of…read morethe school own faculty says that your kid has a better resume than 95% of the kids in the school and they don't get in, there is something wrong here. They denied my first kid in 2016 and now in 2025. It's a very exclusive country club for the elites. I'm sure the reputation is widely known through out Houston, but no one says anything about it and I'm sure many people share your feelings regarding legacy admissions and its woke culture.

My three daughters have been here since 2nd grade and 6th grade. We came from HISD public school…read more We are non legacy family. There are lots of smart kids out there- legacy or non legacy so it must be very hard for the admission team to decide. A little luck and a lot of hard work helped! My children have been very happy here. Teachers are great and the supporting staff are amazing. The school cares a lot about students' intellectual and emotional wellbeing. We are blessed to be part of amazing community.

Kinkaid Lower School Building Entrance

Entrance to Kinkaid

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Kinkaid Foyer for Student Life Building with Kinkaid Seal on the floor

The Post Oak School

4.5

(8 reviews)

4.0 mi

There is no school in Houston like The Post Oak School. It is a rare and special gem, and we are…read moreso grateful to have found this amazing place of learning, community, and kindness. We have been part of the school for 10 years and have experienced multiple classrooms and grade levels across 3 children who each started in the Young Children's Community (as toddlers). Our eldest is on the verge of entering the Middle School, and it is clear that her experiences at the school thus far, along with the experiences of our other children, have established a deep love of learning, curiosity, self motivation, and innovation. It is such a special place. If you are looking for a place where your kids can both excel academically and also understand the importance of kindness, gratitude, and service, this is the school, and it is without equal.

This is a great school for pre-K through Middle School. When I first learned about this school, I…read morecould not believe I hadn't heard about the amazing Montessori method before. As a member of the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), this school is one of the top. The children learn thorough academics, develop a true love of learning and exploration, and become very independent and responsible. "The Post Oak School is an educational leader both among Houston's top private schools and among the more than 5,000 Montessori schools across the country. Post Oak serves students from age 14 months through 8th grade, and is one of the U.S.' oldest Montessori schools (the oldest in the Southwest and one of only three Houston AMI schools). It has attracted an accomplished team of faculty and staff and built a campus dedicated to learning. The Post Oak School helps shape consistently high achievers."

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The Mays School

4.8

(19 reviews)

3.0 mi

Our year at The Mays School truly changed our family's life. My 5-year-old son was struggling in…read morepublic Pre-K--he had trouble following directions, often disrupted class, and found it difficult to make friends. We were worried and didn't know where to turn. From day one, Ms. Jessi and the entire staff were incredible. They worked patiently with him while also equipping us with valuable resources and guidance to support him at home. I especially appreciate that The Mays School brings excellent therapists directly onto campus, so my son received consistent help without the stress of driving to multiple appointments. Ms. Jessi's deep knowledge of neurodiversity has been invaluable. She not only helped my son thrive during his time at The Mays School, but also guided us in finding the right next school to continue his growth. Because of the care, patience, and expertise of The Mays School, my son has made tremendous progress both socially and emotionally. We are deeply grateful for this school and its dedicated staff who have made such a meaningful difference in his life.

The below review u in's my opinion and my personal experience. I am protected in Texas by the Slap…read moreLaw. This school bullies people to take down reviews. The owner is currently doing so to silence me at this very moment. That's why they have nothing but 5 stars. In my opinion, the owner is unstable and encourages a cult like toxic environment. What they don't want you to know is the school is not accredited and is not Montessori. They are not associated with Montessori in any shape or form. They claim to be inspired by Montessori. In my opinion, not a lot of learning happens here, let alone Montessori inspired teaching. To give you an example, my daughter was writing letters in sand at an age where she should have started learning phonetics and started reading. Once I figured out that she wasn't learning anything I quickly started looking for a new preschool. In the meantime my daughter was being spit on daily by another child. I addressed this with the teacher many times with no avail. I told the mother of the child and because of that my child was expelled. Yes, that was my offense. In the time it took me to go get my child (this was the middle of the day when they expelled my 4 year old) they treated her so horrifically that she developed panic attacks. It took months for her to recover mentally. I know of other people who have had similar experiences. The cult like environment is so intense that they bully anyone who leaves the school or writes anything negative about this school. I would not recommend anyone to attend this school.

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Herod Elementary School

3.3

3.5 mi

This is the worst experience I have had dealing with schools ever the teachers the principals they…read moreare horrible they look down on people if they feel like they aren't up to the status of where they think they should be they talk about the parents in front of the kids they put their hands on the kids their rules to the kids they bully the kids prince will actually have me outside for 45 minutes in the heat knocking and Batman on the door and yelling for my kids because I didn't know where they were she had them inside of the building with her God knows what she was doing I called everybody I could possibly call no one's called me back about the situation my kids don't want to go to school because they are upset and scared and have anxiety from the principal and the teachers bullying them elementary School I'm so fed up I'm trying to call and won't answer the phone the number on here is wrong don't enroll your kids here this school is horrible and they should be shut down

We love this school. Great vanguard program, great dual language and a good staff selection. One of…read morethe top 10 in HISD in my opinion.

Circle drive and front parking lot. School was built in 2010 and students began classes in the building in Jan. 2011.

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Mark Twain Elementary School

(1 review)

5.3 mi

The best elementary school. I went to Mark Twain elementary school when I was a kid. The teachers…read moreand students are great and diverse.

The Oaks At Briargrove Preschool

4.0

2.4 mi

I called to inquire about getting my two year old signed up. The lady that answered the phone…read moretalked over me so much that I eventually hung up. This is how a conversation works: one person talks while the other one listens. When that person is done talking, the other person responds. I figure she maybe would have had trouble remembering he responds so she had to interrupt. I'd rather my son attend a different location.

My 3 year old son loves it here. Teachers are very kind and nurturing. My son feels safe and happy…read more The classes are just the right size with a very good student to teacher ratio. There are 12 kids in my son's class and 3 teachers. The director is nice, sweet and patient with a great personality. We love The Oaks.

Yorkshire Academy

4.1

(9 reviews)

5.3 mi

One of the best decisions we could have made for our children was to send them to Yorkshire Academy…read morefor their early childhood education. Our son attended YA for 9 years and our daughter for 10. They are both extremely well rounded, well spoken young adults with a broad world view. We highly recommend Yorkshire Academy to anyone who will listen!

Both my kids are at Yorkshire and it is the perfect school for them because of the low teacher to…read morestudent ratio, small total class size and strength & encouragement in the academic, music and arts. My children have loved being at Yorkshire and we are extremely grateful for the opportunity for balanced growth YA provides. The teachers are AMAZING and truly care about the students. Its Cottage class teachers are the best for 2-4 years old. I've also found the families warm and friendly and a great mix and diversity amongst the students. Such a unique school to be able to see at the Memorial Area!

Learning to 'sort' it out from the beginning

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Great Little Minds Academy

4.7

(14 reviews)

8.1 mi

We have been so grateful to have found GLMA when we're were searching for a daycare for our first…read morebaby nearly 8 years ago. Our second baby has grown up there as well and is now in their pre-k program. We are deeply thankful for the teachers and staff who show so much love and compassion towards the kids. My girls have always been excited to go to school and happy to share all that they did that day at pickup. We love the dual language. It's truly incredible to watch your babies grow and learn in such a patient, supportive, loving environment. Thank you GLMA family! We will forever be grateful.

Great school! It is the only dual language school in the area, and the location is very convenient…read morefor our family. The director and the staff are amazing; they seem to have a genuine interest in early development and education. They are always doing all kind of fun activities to keep the children engaged and stimulated. I personally like that they are continuously posting photos on their Facebook account so the parents can keep up with the every day activities.

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Mariner Montessori

(8 reviews)

7.3 mi

My son has attended Mariner ever since he was 3 months old and he is now 2 years old. He is…read morecurrently with Ms.Cody, Ms.Jenny, And Ms.Annie. What can I say, these lovely teachers have always been a great part of making our lives a lot easier. They go above and beyond for children in there care. They make sure the children are learning and are engaged at all times. I love the interaction Ms.Cody, Ms.Jenny, and Ms.Annie have with my child. Each time my son is coming into class he always has a smile on his face. My son is always happy to come to school because of these three ladies. I appreciate them so much for making this experience with my son attending Mariner a great experience for me and my family. My other son who is currently 5 months old also attends Mariner and it was a hard transition for me. But Ms.Evelyn, Ms.Joy, Ms.Virgina, and Ms.Blanca have definitely made it a lot easier for me and my family to feel relieved that he is in the best of hands. My son is always happy when he attends school. He is always smiling and baby talking all the time he sees his teachers. I appreciate these ladies so much. They are very sweet and are always supportive. I would definitely recommend Mariner because the staff there is amazing. Ms.Nataly and Ms.Daniella have definitely made a difference in the school and they are always so supportive with my family.

Our daughter has attended Mariner Montessori in the Heights for over a year, since she started…read moredaycare at 5 months old. We have had the pleasure of being in 3 different classes, each with caring and attentive teachers. Our initial transition was difficult because she would not take a bottle at first. In Infant 1 class, Ms. Eudora was patient, creative and persistent until our daughter was a bottle drinking champ. In Infant 2, Ms. Cody and the team provided so many exciting activities and were so excited to share updates as our daughter's language, social, fine motor and gross motor skills progressed. In the Infant 3 class, we have seen her vocabulary and motor skills grow even more. Ms. Yaleni, Ms. Ana and Ms. Evelyn make sure all her needs are met and she is academically stimulated. We have always felt our daughter is safe and cared for as an individual and as a growing learner while at Mariner. The building is new and is kept clean and decorated for various seasons and holidays. The play area is expanding thanks to the school's acquisition of an adjacent lot. Parents are kept updated through a weekly email newsletter and daily through the ProCare app. Teachers update the app for naps, diaper changes and meals as well as posting pictures of activities once or twice a day. Parents can chat directly with teachers through the app as well. The school provides healthy, age appropriate meals included in the price of tuition.

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Oak Forest Academy

4.3

(16 reviews)

8.2 mi

Amazing day care center!…read more My kid has been going here for over a year and has transitioned between 3 classrooms. This Facility was our favorite by far when we did tours in the area - modern building / facilities, great technology to stay connected and monitor your kids, and very friendly and competent staff. This is what daycare should be like in today's age! Parking can be a bit of a pain at times as pickup / drop-off for most parents are around the samtimes and the parking spaces are not the biggest. There's also a high school across the street that causes some traffic disruption but just avoid those times. They give you two apps, one that the teachers use to track meals / diaper changes, and one that you can see your kid at all times. There's a fairly structured curriculum for the kids, though usually I just see them running around having fun. The staff are all very friendly and will try to give each individual kid as much love as possible. Highly recommended

Being a new mom and an educator in the community, everyday I am more and more thankful we found Oak…read moreForest Academy and were able to get our baby in their school. From an education perspective, our baby is hitting his milestones physically, socially, and emotionally. They provide weekly lesson plans that are age appropriate. As an educator, I've heard from many kinder teachers at our school that students coming from OFA are prepared and beyond. The facilities are always clean and up to par. It feels nicer than any other school in the area. The directors are always at the front available to chat if needed. Last and most importantly, the teachers are fabulous. They're friendly and love our babies. I appreciate that the administration cares about teacher retention but also doesn't continue to keep teachers If they don't meet the expectations of OFA. I have peace of mind knowing our baby is good hands. I always recommend to my friends and neighbors looking for high quality school for little ones.

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The I School

4.1

(7 reviews)

18.9 mi

My child just graduated from the Pre-K program at The I School Preschool, and I could not be…read morehappier with the experience and results. From day one, I felt confident in the caring , stuctured, and academically rich environment the school provided. Fast forward to now-my child has entered Kindergarten with confidence and skills well beyond expectations. Thanks to The I School, my little one is already able to read short sentences, sound out CVC words, recognize sight words, and even demonstrate reading comprehension! But what's blown me away the most is the mental math-he can recognize numbers up to 100 and add and subtract without using the fingers. It's incredible. The teachers at The I School are not only kind and nurturing , but also truly invested in each child's development. The curriculum is both fun and rigorous, striking a perfect balance that kept my child engaged every day. I'm so thankful we enrolled our child in thid school and war recommended by our close friends. It was one of the best decisions we've made for our child's deucation.

My daughter has been attending The I School the last few months and we love it! She adores her…read moreteachers who are very sweet. I love that they do so many activities with them. Like story time, sensory activities, sign language, and more! It gives me a peace of mind knowing my daughter is in a safe and happy environment. I love receiving all her artwork she does. I look forward to her daily updates on the Procare app. The live camera access is nice to just check in on her. Thank you I School !

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Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy of West Houston

3.6

(14 reviews)

10.4 mi

I can not say enough good things about this preschool. They made the transition from being home…read morefull time to daycare seamless. The teachers are wonderful and caring. The staff keeps me informed about my child's care and they always have ways the parents can participate with special events. Each classroom has camera's where you can check in on your little one if needed. Most of the teachers have worked there a relatively long time. They seem happy and treated well. Any time a concern popped up, it was addressed immediately . I feel completely comfortable leaving my child in their care.

Kids R Kids of West Houston has been such a wonderful partner in raising our dear daughter with my…read morewife and me (we both work full-time). Their curriculum is top-notch - we were constantly amazed at the progression our daughter displayed in motor, verbal, cognitive, and writing/creating development. She would often come home excited about the day's lessons, especially as she moved into her toddler and pre-K classes (planets/the solar system and insects were a couple of her favorites!). I could not have asked for a better support team at a school for our young one. They are great at teaching AND caring for/loving your precious little ones. This includes the Front Office staff, kitchen/cafeteria crew, teachers, and extracurricular activity leaders (our daughter participated in the Dance class offered). Thank you so, so much! From 3mo to 3y we've loved being a part of the Kids R Kids family. Special shout-out to Ms. Yeni, Ms. Blanca, Ms. Tiffany, Ms. Deysy, Ms. Cristina, Ms. Ivania, and Ms. Valerie. Your whole team of staff is full of superstars! We unfortunately had to move to a new school after relocating to a further away part of the city, but it wasn't an easy decision to make. We will miss y'all! Thank you times infinity! Y'all will always be special in our hearts and minds.

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I went to this middle school & it's the only middle school in Alief that has 6th 7th & 8th grade…read more There are many amazing teachers there that I'll always remember. They truly prepared me for high school, tests, TAKS, etc. The gym is waxed every year, if not then every two years. The school is pretty clean thanks to the custodians.

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I went to take a tour of this school. They wanted to label my 2 year old within seconds of meeting…read moreher based off of me simply stating why I wanted her to start school. When I told them there was no diagnosis and I'd be happy to get a letter from the pediatrician, they told me that pediatricians seldom know what they are doing & I needed to see some specialist. I'm happy to hear critique of my children but at least observe her for an hour or so before saying anything

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Smaller Scholars Montessori Academy

3.9

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Ms. Elena Morales and Smaller Scholars Montessori Academy !…read more Our son has been at the school since he was just 18 months old, and this place has truly become a second home for our family. As he now prepares to start elementary here, we reflect with deep gratitude on the impact Ms. Elena has had on his journey. Ms. Elena's dedication, warmth, and the thoughtful application of Montessori principles have been transformational. Thanks to her care and guidance, our son is not only well-prepared to start Elementary but he has also grown into a more confident, independent, and kind-hearted little boy. She has nurtured his curiosity, encouraged his growth, and helped shape the values he will carry with him into this next chapter. Thank you Smaller Scholars for everything you've done for our son and to Ms Elena for all the children lucky enough to be in your classroom. -- The Iannone Family

Great school and great community! We love the school and our daughter has flourished here. Any…read morequestions or concerns are always addressed immediately. I love that all the teachers know all the students name in the school regardless if they are in that class or not. Couldn't be happier with our decision to send our toddler here!

Briarmeadow Charter School YMCA

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School front staff unprofessional can't give you no transcripts or info regarding your child. Lack…read moreof communication from their behalf as well as some teachers.

We absolutely love this school, I am so happy that we were able to find this hidden gem. My kids…read morelove their teachers, the principal is fantastic, he is on top of everything that goes on there. They have a great open door policy, it is so easy to meet with our teachers anytime we have a concern. It is a very diverse school, which we love, and all the parents are great! The level of education my kids are receiving is excellent, the IB program is wonderful.

Montessori Learning Cottage

3.5

(10 reviews)

My children have been attending MLC for about a year. We are having to move out of town for work,…read moreand I am absolutely devastated about leaving. I wish we could pick up the school and move it with us. I don't even know where to begin. The entire staff is so kind, loving, and very involved with all the kids. When we ask my daughter who her best friend is, she says, "Miss Gaby & Miss Jessica." They are very strict, but in the most loving way. My daughter is very high energy and needs clear rules in order to thrive. She loves it here because she knows what is expected of her and can feel safe and comfortable because of the strict rules. My kids look forward to school every day, and I know they are learning. Our daughter tells us about her "work" all the time. It is so wonderful knowing that they aren't just playing all day long, but they are truly learning. In the summer, the kids get to swim at school 3 days a week, and throughout the year they have gymnastics & ballet. They also teach Spanish from about 2 years old. A small added bonus is the uniforms!! Getting ready every morning is so easy. I don't have to worry about having "school clothes" and other clothes, because their clothes are already picked out! :) Last but certainly not least, the safety. I have never felt more comfortable with the safety at a school before. There is absolutely no way to get to the area where the kids are, because there is a locked glass door once you walk into the foyer. The teachers are extremely strict on guests picking up your kids - one time my mom came to pick up my kids. I called Mrs. Shireen just to confirm that they would allow her to pick up and that they would check her driver's license because we were already out of town. Mrs. Shireen let me know that she would take my kids home to her own house to make sure they were safe if we were out of town and someone came to pick them up that wasn't yet on the list. We have been so impressed with this school, and I am not exagerating when I say I am devastated to be leaving. If you want a safe, fun environment where learning is of the utmost importance, it doesn't get any better than MLC. Mrs. Shireen, Miss Cindy, Miss Gaby, Miss Jessica, Miss Maria, Miss Leslie, and Miss Daisy are all absolutely amazing!!

I would not trust any other school with my children. My…read moreoldest daughter attended this school from infant until she started kindergarten. She started kindergarten well advanced and had no problem jumping into the curriculum. She is now a senior in high school and has carried the values and discipline she was taught at the Montessori Learning Cottage. My 3 1/2 yr old son is currently attending this school. We enrolled him when he was 1yrs old. He is happy well taken care of and so smart we couldn't be prouder. The staff that was there when my 18yr old attended is same staff my son has now. Ms.Shireen is great! She loves not only the profession but the children under her care. I would highly recommend this school. We have had nothing but great experience at the Montessori Learning Cottage.

St Francis de Sales School

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One of my kids currently attends St Francis de Sales and another is about to join. Located near…read moreChinatown/Sharpstown, it is conveniently located off of 59 and is very culturally diverse. We love this school and its teachers and staff. The school definitely emphasizes its Catholic identity, which is the primary reason why I would even consider sending my kids to a Catholic school. There are several award-winning teachers here and it shows. Quality education, family-like environment and the tuition is extremely reasonable for a private school. While they may not have the fanciest things and facilities, when I see my child's development and love for going to school, I feel reassured that I've made the right decision by sending him here. I've gotten involved with the parent community, which at first was a bit daunting but it's been a great experience getting to know them and I look forward to journeying together with them as our children all grow up here.

To be clear, the two stars are only for a handful of wonderful teachers that worked there. I was…read moretold great things about the school with the prior principal. However, I do have to say under this new principal the school has become very business driven and has lost the old Catholic school culture. She lacks leadership and has developed an atmosphere of turning the other way when issues evolve. She's very transparent of the families and student selections that have more facilitation to support economically. The bullying situation in the school is atrocious. They have nothing set in place to have any control over the situation and only have a part-time counselor so if it's her day off and there's an issue to be addressed, good luck. Again to be fair there is a handful of good hearted teachers that work hard and care about the students but the leadership. I feel well little by little deteriorate, the quality of the school. Just speaking from the heart and God willing things will change for future generations once this leadership team is no longer there.

Little Rose Montessori School

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Very pleased with the quality of childcare provided by Little Rose. In fact, in the 2 years my…read moregrandson has been at this facility, there has never been any issue with care, cleanliness, keeping us advised on matters of concern, or providing learning activities. Fortunate to have found this well run, affordable child care close to home.

This school provided my daughter with an awesome foundation for education. Many of the lessons…read more taught here helped propel my daughter to the top of her kindergarten class. In fact I sometimes feel her current kindergarten curriculum isn't challenging enough! The only reason I can't give 5 stars is because there were a few times our payments were not processed accurately. However, this is a very good school. I would encourage anyone who cares about their childs education and socialization to pay Little Rose Montessori a visit.

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