Nothing but positive experiences related to MLHS. Like anywhere, there is a level of effort…read morenecessary for a student to get the full value out of their education there. But certainly the opportunities for student success are many at that campus. Teachers are good and certainly caring. Very good high school.

Positives: -Provides many, many clubs and students will not…read morehave a hard time finding a community of people to join -Multitude of programs: passport, International Studies (IS), International Baccalaureate (IB), etc. -Has many academic teams and sports teams -New facilities including the brand new track and football field -Many student-led and teacher-led events throughout the year that raise the morale of the student body Negatives: -In a ghetto neighborhood, but this has never hindered the learning environment -Although the academic advisors try their best, their knowledge base is not extensive enough to accomodate for the entire student population because it is so diverse

A good school would be one that my kid enjoys, and learns at…read more However, my kids comes home hating school and constantly asks me for help. Why pay a school that makes you be the teacher? The role of a teacher is to teach, yet my child struggles with things constantly. The teacher isn't doing the teaching. A total waste of money. They also make your kids memorize scripture, which is a worst way to instill biblical values. This makes them hate the Bible. Rather than actual teaching of the Bible, they make kids memorize verses without even knowing their context. Do we need to define the word "teacher" to this school?

Incredible staff. Finally a school that feels like home. On my first call, the teacher even prayed…read morewith me on the phone. Incredible.

The community at AM Winn is kind, welcoming, and open-minded. Every teacher is dedicated and…read morefantastic. This is the underdog of the area Waldorf schools - we are scrappy, diverse, and creative. We have been growing every year. I moved my children here from another Waldorf school, first feeling like it was a risk, but my children and I are so happy we made the move. The low reviews seem to be from people who don't understand what waldorf education is, and are upset their children aren't getting drilled and rigorously tested. Your children will get a good education here, not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well. And the work may sometimes be disguised in song or helping the earth. Raising kind humans takes all those things.

This is a great school and a real community. It gets back to the heart of teaching and not just…read moretesting, and truly allows kids to be kids while reaching them where they are. Before switching my daughter from a college prep to AM WINN I scheduled a visit, did my research on the curriculum, and checked with some coworkers who grew up in a Waldorf education and found that there were so many beneficial aspects. The curriculum is based on what's appropriate for the age and fully submerges them in a subject. The kids learn actual life skills (think in the sense that most middle/high schools lost home economics, cooking, gardening, sewing, cursive, etc - these kids are learning it from K-8). All of the kids play an instrument each year. They transition through various handwork - finger knitting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, etc. And after meeting several kids in the neighborhood I noticed they have such amazing temperaments and spirits and are so welcoming and joyful. I am truly glad that we found AM Winn as my daughter is blossoming in the Waldorf community and education approach. At first glance I believed Waldorf was something only "white, hippie people put their kids in" as I read some reviews on Waldorf education, but I was so wrong for going along with that belief, even if only for a moment. Consider that as adults we all learn differently and receive information differently - so why do we expect our kids to learn one way in school? AM Winn and the Waldorf approach reaches kids by incorporating every learning style. It's a holistic approach with a concern for the mind body and spirit of the child. They will not only learn about a culture/era, but they will build shelters, take a field trip to an exhibit, sing about it, write about it, draw it out, etc. Math is taught in a way for the kids to think through it in various methods, not just regurgitate information. It's age appropriate not where the district says they should be for their funding purposes. And I love that the school is VERY culturally diverse. Had I gone based on some of the school rating websites or testing sites I might have steered from the school, But I toured the school and fell in love. Some of the reports show that it's not diverse, the kids are far behind in subject matter, and it received some negative reviews - that I will say from my experience here that info is false. My daughter is multiracial, and she has a diverse group of friends that don't see color, she is just as knowledgeable in subjects as my step kids who attend another public school, thinks on a deeper level than they do, has developed a strong sense of empathy and justice for others, and we love it here. I've watched my daughter recover from some of the damage that her previous school did to her She previously attended a college prep school that I won't name but literally broke her spirit, and I've known many people who reported the same thing. The kids were expected to "slant" and sit perfectly still while others finished their work, she would get in trouble for READING in class or drawing because she wasn't slanting, and wasn't actually taught to work through a math problem only to memorize answers for timed lessons. There wasn't much play involved with only a tiny jungle gym in the parking lot - she didn't even have the coordination to do the monkey bars. Math was drilled in and time tested, without the proper attention for those that didn't understand. I had to make a change because my daughter who once loved school cried every evening and had anxiety with math. The college prep/common core was not actually taught in a way to solve the problem but merely to memorize and test well for funding. After making the change to AM Winn it was a drastic change in her. It took a moment for her to adjust but she loved it. She gets to be creative. She gets to be free. And most importantly she gets to be a kid- something that many children are missing out on in today's society as we push them to grow up quickly and test well. My daughter has become quite the artist, loves playing the guitar and singing, she's a great story teller and writer, an avid reader and reads 3 grades above her level. I say all of that to say this - just as everyone has their own taste in food, so too our children will have their own taste in learning. As a parent you have to allow them to satisfy that taste and not just force the norm on them. AM Winn might not be the best school for everyone, but for many of these kids a traditional public school that drills in information but doesn't address the heart of the child isn't the best for them. AM Winn reaches for their heart when material is presented and these kids WANT to learn because of it. So if you've made it through reading all of this it's because you're interested in the school and wanted a real opinion on it. I would say your next step is to visit and see if it's right for you and your child.

Had a visit of this fabulous private school. It's Mission to help homeless/transitional youth is…read morenot just in theory but it's an active service provided to the community. The staff is incredible. Thank you for all the gems you shared about how Mustard Seed operates.

Amazing program to help homeless children from Pre-k to 8th grade. Its ran by amazing,…read morecompassionate and passionate people.

The pick up and drop off at River view stem elementary is insane. I understand that half of the…read moreparents do not live in mills ranch but to be this selfish and messy is disgusting. The school holds themself as the best school in rancho, however, they need a better system for drop off / pick ups. This mess creates an environment where kids are going to get hurt. Cars drive crazy, park wherever they feel like and pass up cars on the wrong side of the road. What are they waiting for ? Maybe only until a kid gets ran over by a car will they start to do something. I have spoken to most of my neighbors on ambassador and they have complained and reached out to the school with the same concerns. Yet the school has done nothing to fix this issue.

I love this school! The parents are so supportive, the staff is the best, and the kids are superb!…read more If you want your child to be academically challenged, make good friends, and develop an interest in STEM activities... this is the best school for your child!!!

My son attended Arden Middle School for about six months during his 7th grade year before we had to…read morerelocate out of state for my job. He had a really positive experience during his attendance, and I'm glad he ended up here. Originally, Arden wasn't part of our assigned school, but it seems boundaries were updated--and honestly, I was so relieved since Arden is the better option compared to other middle schools in the area, like Katherine Johnson. The campus does have a slightly "posh" feel, which initially made me a bit skeptical about how the environment and staffing might be, especially given some past issues I've had with staff at his previous elementary school. Thankfully, those concerns didn't turn out to be an issue. The front office staff were friendly whenever I interacted with them, and my son never had any complaints during his time here. Most importantly, the school feels safe and well-structured. One thing I really appreciated was the communication from teachers. My son had done well in math previously, so he was placed into a higher-level class when he started. However, he ended up struggling to keep up. His teacher proactively reached out and recommended moving him to a class that better matched his pace, and I was totally on board with it. That level of attentiveness and willingness to adjust made a big difference for us. As for logistics, drop-off and pick-up can be a bit hectic. There are often long lines of cars that spill out into the street, making it somewhat difficult to get in and out. That said, once you understand the flow, it's fairly straightforward. The only real downside I experienced was during the withdrawal process when we moved. There's a form that needs to be submitted, and it can take a few days to be reviewed or processed if staff are busy. In the meantime, I had to keep calling the attendance line daily to report absences, even though we had already moved out of state. Since it's an automated system, it wasn't always easy to get confirmation or assistance, which was a bit frustrating. Aside from that administrative hiccup, my experience with the school in person was always smooth. Overall, I'd say this is a solid and safe choice for a middle school, and from what I've seen of the curriculum and materials, students are receiving a good education here.

Honestly, this school was a fucking nightmare. My 7th-grade year was one of the worst school…read moreexperiences I've ever had, especially because of the constant drama and problems with other students. Camila Ocurgera and some of her friends made my school year absolute hell, and there was so much other bullshit going on that made me dread being there. I also had issues with students taking shit from backpacks, which is completely unacceptable and made it hard to feel comfortable leaving my belongings anywhere. The food wasn't much better either--the pizza tasted like it had been sitting around forever and then reheated for lunch, which is honestly disgusting. I also had a terrible experience with the nurse when I went in because I had a headache and was offered an ice pack, even though that wasn't what I was asking for. When I tried to contact my parent or ask to be picked up, I felt like I wasn't being taken seriously. Overall, there was way too much drama, too many problems, and not enough support from staff. My experience with the administration, including the vice principal, was also extremely frustrating. I would seriously think twice before sending your kid here because my experience was fucking awful.

I went here for K-8 and it was wonderful. I highly recommend it as many graduates have doctorates…read moreand graduate degrees and are professionals in their career.

If you are looking for a school that has solid and proven academic track record coupled with…read morekindness and inclusion then St. Francis Elementary is the school for you and your family. I have three school aged children (8,8, and 11) attending St. Francis. They have attended this school since TK. I am wholly impressed with St. Francis Elementary's amazing ability to really reach students and bring out the best. I don't even worry with distance learning because St. Francis has proven to providing exceptional instruction in both formats. The school has a waiver in place but allows parents to keep distance learning options. The school community as a whole is very accommodating and nurturing. And now they are in process of obtaining International Baccalaureate (IB) certification. Some have noted that IB in some cases can be more challenging than AP classes. By St. Francis Elementary engaging in IB they are providing my children a solid foundation for continued success into high school and college learning without sacrificing the humanitarian side of education.

Would not recommend this school some of the teachers are stingy and arrogant Just annoying…read more On the other hand I've had a teacher who made it worth going to school like the 2025-2026 8th grade teacher Sandra McCann props to her Also the dress code contradicts its self it says we let our students express themselves but draws the line at a cartoon on your shirt acting like it impacts learning so much the teachers do not get paid enough to care that much

Great for those wanting a tuition-free option for a Waldorf school. It's the best of both worlds-…read moreWaldorf and public school.