Wonderful school. We love that they offer pre-K through high school, so the kids aren't losing all…read morethe friend's they make between elementary, middle, & high school. The kiddo has also really been enjoying the additional Elementary classes outside of the regular classroom, such as music, art, P.E., & chapel. The elementary school has a fun new playground. The kids also enjoy checking out what's growing in the garden! Highly recommend for Christian families!

I went to Calvin from 6th grade up to 10th grade, before finally opting to transfer to a nearby…read morecharter school. Calvin is a small school. It has grown, but it's still small. There are benefits, of course, such as small class sizes, individualized attention, and open dialogue between teachers and students. However, it also has its downsides. Please look at this list of criteria (created by me): Is your child considered "troublesome"? Is your child struggling with any sort of mental health issue? Is your child not Dutch/Caucasian? Is your child not a teacher's pet? Is your child not often a popular kid? If you answered yes to any of those questions, Calvin is not the place for you. I am not a troublesome student. I graduated high school with a 4.11 GPA. I got A's in almost all my classes no matter what school. However, I did struggle with my mental health starting freshman year, which is ultimately the reason I left the school. I received the label of being a "depressed kid" and was never able to shake it, and I ended up taking that on as my identity. I transferred to get a fresh start from the teachers and the students, and I did much better once I didn't have that label following me. There isn't blatant racism at this school, but in my class all the Dutch girls sat together, and all the non-Dutch girls sat elsewhere during lunch. I am not Dutch, so I sat elsewhere. The Dutch girls didn't say you couldn't sit with them but weren't welcoming to any newcomers in their group. There were no other friend groups in that grade. That's also pretty much how it went for every grade. Calvin has diversified since then, but the saying "if you ain't Dutch, you ain't much" is well-known and I would say it is true. All the Dutch students were favorited by the teachers as well, but that's because most of the Dutch kids had their parents go to school there, so they were really just "legacy" students who were automatically favorited. The trick for getting good grades is to be a teacher's pet. If the teacher doesn't like you, you're screwed. I was a teacher's pet, and I was able to finagle my way out of several bad grades by gaining sympathy from the teachers. If you're not a teacher's pet, Dutch, or a popular kid, you're going to have to do a LOT of hard work to get good grades that other kids get simply by having parents who went to the school. Most of the teachers were amazing. Shout-out to Mr. Marriott, Mr. Bakker, Mr. VDP, Mr. Beutlich, Mrs. Lapka, and Mrs. Lundgren. They made learning fun and were genuinely such kind-hearted people. I always felt safe around them. However, as with every school, there are teachers that aren't great. The history teacher, when I was trying to explain my ADHD to him in regard to the accommodations plan I had, just kept telling me, "Oh, it's like my tinnitus". He also refused to accept my accommodations plan to break up a 100-question test into two parts. When my mom reached out, he told her that the class has a B average, she's never taken the class, and would I be receiving a modified diploma? I took an incomplete for this class and retook it my senior year at my new school. I got an A+. Also, they do present that 100% of their students go off to college. However, that's not actually true. I had a friend who ended up faking that she was going to go to college (she wasn't) so that it would look like she was in the graduation ceremonies. They even got her college merch from the college she was supposedly going to attend. I would have never known had I not been close friends with her. This school has its secrets. Teachers were quietly removed from the school for reasons that were pretty big deals, such as inappropriate communication with students and emotional outbursts at students. As for the principal. I thought he was great... because my beliefs aligned with his and he took pity on me. Yes, he does meet with students with the blinds open for all to see. We once all saw a student get his backpack searched for drugs in the office. Whether or not he had drugs, the blinds should have been closed. His office is in a common passing place so everybody can and will see. The principal seemed to like me a lot, so we got along and I liked him, but I can see how others wouldn't like him. He is adamantly anti-LGBTQ+, which can be expected at a Christian school, but he expressed this in an unkind way. God still loves those that are LGBTQ+ and this principal did not express that. Last thing! I hope your kid loves public speaking. My class had to give 7-10 minute speeches with no notes... apparently, this is not a thing in public schools, and my class was graded quite harshly. Anxiety was not tolerated. It's good to learn public speaking, but 10 minute speeches without notes on subjects kids aren't passionate about? That's harsh, especially for sophmores. This was for sophmore year. I am ultimately glad I left this school, but I believe others can thrive here... just check that checklist!

Great school all around; feels like family. Caring and supportive teachers and staff, they create a…read moregreat learning environment. Our kids have grown up here from kindergarten through 8th grade.

Best preschool in the area! The staff is friendly, gentle, and well trained. We've been here for…read morenearly two years, and it has been a wonderful experience for our daughter. She loves her teachers and always shares positive stories about her day. When our 4-year-old mentioned a classmate was bothering her, the school handled it with the utmost care and concern. They resolved the issue swiftly while keeping both children supported--a true testament to their expertise in conflict resolution. My interactions at the school have always been positive. The school is very safe, well-maintained and efficiently run thanks to superb leadership and excellence in child development. Lifebridge is a gem in the community and a real blessing for any parent looking for peace of mind for their child's well-being away from home. Thank you!

As an adult, I walk onto campus and immediately feel known, loved, and seen. Imagine, then, what it…read moreis like for the children! They walk to class eager and excited for another fun day of learning and playing and they feel known, loved, seen, and safe. The culture here is incredible. I wish every child was as lucky as our Lifebridge kids to spend time in a place like this. It's so hard as a working mama to drop your babies off when they are little, but Lifebridge has given me so much peace of mind because my children are so well cared for. We feel so blessed to have been a part of the Lifebridge community for the last 8 years (4 kids). Another perk I love: They also provide lunch which is so helpful with getting out the door in the morning. And of course, they teach children about Jesus and my children's favorite songs now are worship songs! We love you Lifebridge staff!!!

The food at the breakfast is always cold or has plastic cheese. The lunch has a frozen pb&j and the…read morestaff is just abundantly rude. Several times they burn the food and set fire alarm off

My daughter has attended Del Lago for 4 years and has developed into a thoughtful, critical thinker…read morewith an open mind to different perspectives, and prepared for any college or university in the nation. I credit the school's inclusive vision, talented staff, and commitment to students for her success. Del Lago does an extraordinary job in all categories! (not sure who Bob B. is, but he may have the wrong Del Lago if he's from Placentia, Ca. There's another Del Lago up there. This one is in Escondido, Ca.)

This preschool has been a wonderful experience for my 2 year old! The facility itself is so…read morechild-friendly, with a great indoor play space in case it's too hot out and houses the extra-curricular programs. I love how Amazing Athletes and Lovely Leaps offer in school programs during the school week at an affordable price, and the preschool itself is a lot more affordable than many of the other childcare options around. Everything is always clean, organized, and looks new and updated, with multiple playgrounds and big classrooms. I also love how the bathrooms are toddler sized with toddler sized sinks and everything is so easily accessible! The teachers, staff, and directors are all so friendly and helpful. I appreciate the teachers spending a few minutes every time at pick up to provide an update on how my child is doing, and they do a great job at sharing photos of him during the day. My child takes some time to adjust to new people and environments, and he's at a point now where he seems really comfortable with the teachers, students, and school routine. I love how he shares all the things he is learning, including songs, dances, and their focus letter or number or color of the week! Highly recommend :)

Our daughter loves this preschool! She daily tells us how much she enjoys learning new things,…read moreplaying with friends, and having fun on the various playgrounds. She adores her teachers and enjoys all the helper jobs and activities each day! I love that they take pictures daily showing what they are learning. That helps create genuine conversation about the day each time we pick her up. Most importantly, having a Christ-centered focus is such a blessing! Highly recommend this pre-school!!

I had to write an update to include this: the office staff is just the absolute BEST. They are so…read morewelcoming and kind as soon as you enter the front office, and when I see teachers around the campus they always wave and say hello very genuinely. I also LOVE and appreciate that there are students here who have babies and can't afford child care so they allow the students to bring their kids to school and have help with the kids. That's amazing. This honestly is one of my favorite schools I have been to.

This school is designed for a student that needs a small classroom, more attention, and has…read morehistorically struggled in the comprehensive high schools. All academics are offered. After school programs are designed to foster social growth. Go to your San Marcos High School and ask about TOHS.

I wish they would get the older kids school updated so the kids could go back to school there. I…read moremiss the kids being excited for church and God. The public schools are just plain insane what the parents have worry about. I always love how the kids when tell me things they learned from the Bible

Great people !!! Wonderful Christian Bases school that makes a non woke environment for children…read moreto learn. They are now taking Infants & Toddlers (6 weeks - 24 months) and they are open from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM that makes it a lot easier to get to my job.

We've been at Big Future for the last 4 years with 2 boys, and are sad to close this chapter with…read moreour little now in kindergarten. Ms. Jessica, Ms. Xyra, and Ms. Mahua have been with us from the beginning and have watched our boys grow over the last few years. The early days were difficult with drop offs as you can imagine with toddlers, but they welcomed them with open arms and ensured for a smooth day ahead. All the teachers have nurtured, loved, and have well-prepared them for their next adventure. Our kids enjoyed going to school and adored their teachers and being with their friends, and even want me to share photos and stories with them on weekends. It's a true testament to how comfortable they feel with the staff at BFP!

We are very pleased with our child's experience at Big Future Preschool. The staff, including Ms…read more Jessica, always goes above and beyond to create a safe and welcoming environment. Starting preschool can be very overwhelming and stressful for children and parents alike. However, the level of communication and support provided by the staff has truly made a positive impact on our child and our family. We have always felt reassurance knowing our child is being cared for by teachers and staff that have a passion for ensuring a happy and productive preschool experience. Thank you BFP for all you do!!