My daughter fell down the stairs and when she tried to compose herself the teacher yelled at and…read morekicked her out. She said that she "Doesn't care". I would not recommend this school.

Foods alright I guess lots of friends but lots of bully nice and mean teachers so over all midread more

For All High School Drama Departments:…read more Our friends' daughter was in George Washington's production of The Secret Garden this past weekend. I was very impressed with the production and the fact that the drama teacher acted as a mentor and the students did everything else from director to producer to set and prop designers. It made me realize that this is the ultimate support of local art and education. For the price of the ticket, the Husband and I had a wonderful evening watching a well done production of The Secret Garden and for $1.50 more we shared a bottle of water and two cookies. You should check your local high school's theater productions and have a fun inexpensive evening out.

As an alum my viewpoint may be a bit biased and could be outdated, but in keeping up on news…read moretidbits and knowing how the programs there work, I can say with real confidence that GW is a Denver public school worth checking out. The nearby community is safe and convenient to a lot of businesses and shops. The programs such as IB on top of a strong AP program does produce a lot of good students. In terms of the student population I think GW has always had a healthy mix of varying ethnic and economic backgrounds. Both essential to developing well rounded personalities prepared to deal with the real world. If you are a planning to live in this school district definitely check things out for yourself, but don't discount GW just because its a "city" school.

Over the years I have been in South several times for the purpose of attending large meetings. My…read morechildren did not go to South nor did I. Therefore, I can only write about the location, the building, and the amenities. Location, it is a beautiful area of Denver right next-door to Washington Park and it's large lake..The size of the school appears to be able to hold at least 1500 students plus and is well designed. It has a very large cafeteria as well as auditorium, all of which are located in a four story building. The main entry needs some work - the painted murals need refreshing. All in all, very nice.

Spent a semester at this school. Definitely has an "inner city school" feeling about it. I met some…read moregreat people while I attended, but I also would chat with sone kids in class and Id ask "any plans after high school?" To which they would respond "I'm not even thinking of finishing high school." or "I don't want to go to college, Ill work fast food somewhere." The drive from many students was sadly quite low and it affected many students around them. I also thought it was very odd when I had a history class taught by 3 different teachers. One teaching in Spanish, the next Arabic, then the final one in English. It was quite distracting and was an inefficient way to teach. I transferred out after a semester.

I have a boy in Primary and a girl in Lower Elementary and so far, I couldn't be happier. We've…read moreattended other montessori schools before, as well as non-montessori public and private with my other kids, so I have a pretty wide scale of comparison. The kids are HAPPY - and that is the most important thing you can ask for! They are excited to go to school in the morning and happy to share what they are learning. They are, in comparison to their non-montessori peers very advanced both socially and academically, a lot more verbal and definitely way more independent. Time will tell how they will compare to their peers when they enter high-school, but if your child's need are not being met in this school - it is time to rethink your strategy. Both the Montessori education model and MSD teachers stress the importance of individualized curriculum and approaches to learning, so if your child is especially gifted, dyslexic or average, he or she will not feel any different, yet be learning at their highest potential. The community has been great so far as well - no one is cliquy, no one is cold (like some claimed) - it feels like a very welcoming environment to all - and I have met parents from different walks of life, different ages, economical status or upbringing. Kids have playground time together with other classes and already make friends school-wide :) And - I have to share this - me being me - when I see something wrong, even if tiny, I say it out loud and try to get it fixed. In all the previous schools my complaints would hit the wall of no response or 'thank you for your opinion but we will continue as we see fit' type of a response. For the first time (and my oldest is in college!) I have received a 'Thank you, you might be right' and 'How would you suggest we fix it' type of response! Taking feedback and constructive criticism has been something I've always thought just does not happen in school administration! I am so very excited (and proud!) to be a part of the MSD community!

Wonderful school. Caring teachers, consistent admin team, and great curriculum. We've been here for…read more2 years and our child is thriving. You can get as involved as you would like - plenty of opportunities to engage as a parent.

Our daughter is attending Accelerated Schools. She has had the most WONDERFUL experience there as…read morehave we as her parents. This is the first positive school experience she has ever had. She is accelerating in every way and she has friends so many friends there! It is the most accepting environment. The entire staff has such a passion for what they do and sincerely want to help your child achieve their goals (whatever they may be). They meet your child where they are socially, academically, etc. Our daughter is neurodivergent and the entire staff is absolutely excellent at meeting the needs of neurodivergent children our opinion. They are ALL so warm, friendly and patient. Each and every staff member. They are also incredible at accommodating academically for each and every child's needs whether they are above grade level or below grade level. Some kids are above grade level in certain subjects and below in others. They recognize that and meet each and every child's individual needs per subject. They take the time to get to know each child and what they need extensively in every way. Our child's needs are accommodated for daily, she is accepted just as she is and is encouraged each and every day. It is such an accepting environment and provides the structure that she needs to excel. She is encouraged to become the best version of herself every single day, loves school and even wants to go on the weekends sometimes. We are overjoyed! Also, the school regularly provides many off-campus field trips as well which we feel is so important to practice social skills outside of the home and school setting. We have seen such a difference in our daughter due to these experiences. I don't know what more you could want for your child! We moved here from out of state for better services for her and we are so glad that we chose Accelerated Schools for her. The teachers are incredible. They sincerely care about each individual child very much. It is very apparent. The school is small enough that they are able to be provide the attention needed to each child which we feel is so important. I a former public school teacher and have taught in three different schools, three different grade levels and in two states. My degree is in Early Childhood Education. I have taught second, third and fifth grades. Needless to say, I am difficult to impress when it comes to education. Also, they encourage arts, music, cooking and other interests your child may have. They recently added "wheels" which has been wonderful for our daughter as they ride bikes, skateboards, etc. so they are getting exercise while spending time outdoors. They spend quite a bit of time outdoors when weather permits and have plenty of room to run around and a playground. It's just a wonderful, beautiful setting both inside and out. Also, the historic buildings are beautiful. The school also has recently had many areas organized by a professional organizer, and they are in the process of adding a beautiful new sensory room! It should be finished soon. If you are looking for an alternative for your child, please consider Accelerated Schools. The warm, friendly staff would be happy to speak with you and give you a tour to share more. We LOVE Accelerated Schools and feel so fortunate to have found it!

Our kiddo is engaged, progressing, and happy to be learning, which is a nice change from the past…read morefew years. This is an absolute incredible school and I am grateful we found it! I was not sure a school existed that was a good mix of a small class size and homeschool feel (meeting the child where they are at educationally) as well as challenging them to excel to grade level and beyond. Before coming to Accelerated Schools, we experienced ongoing concerns for the long-term educational needs of our child in a traditional public school classroom. We no longer have that concern. We considered switching to Accelerated Schools last spring when our child needed a change in their educational trajectory. The public school program they previously attended was no longer a good fit and we needed to support our child's neurodiversity as well as cognitive educational needs differently than a traditional public school classroom is capable of. We decided to begin at Accelerated Schools this fall and are thrilled with the environment and the support of the staff, who meet students up front, welcomes them by name, and genuinely care about the student as an individual. I hope this helps others who are seeking an amazing school for their child with differing needs. The environment also provides support for emotional and cognitive difficulties across age ranges of students. I have repeatedly experienced students being supported at varying levels of needs to be able to re-engage the child and continue their educational journey. The teachers go above and beyond to be support the kids and meet the child where they are every single day. I am most impressed by the patience of each teacher, no matter the difficulty a student is having each day. Thanks to the team of educators and professionals who are helping our amazing kids learn and supporting them to thrive to their greatest potential!

St. John's has been a truly exceptional place for our children, who have been part of the school…read morecommunity since they were just 18 months old. Under the nurturing and inspiring guidance of Mrs. Mari Koester and Mrs. Sarah Perez, we've had the joy of watching our boys grow not only academically, but also socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Their reading and math skills have exceeded our expectations, but just as importantly, they've developed confidence, compassion, and a genuine love of learning. Entrusting your child's education is one of the most important decisions a parent can make--and for our family, there is simply no other place we would consider. You can tell that the entire staff, including the principal, Dr. Barnard, genuinely cares and wants your child to succeed. St. John's offers a truly holistic approach that honors the whole child, and we're deeply grateful to be part of such a thoughtful and enriching environment!

By far the best value in education in Denver. A great community, small classes, excellent teachers.read more

Vicki is the Memory Mavin and has been teaching, writing and speaking on memory training for over…read more40 years. I first met her in Los Angeles when she was teaching memory training to actors for her, "Off Book In Minutes," course. She helped me with auditions, coaching me with her method to help me memorize lines and most quickly get a feel for my character. She also taught acting as a teacher for Los Angeles Unified Arts Education Program for 10 years. I read her amazing book, "Love Remembers," about how she was in a car accident getting hit by a big rig truck and healed herself teaching memory to Alzheimer's and Dementia patients and they all got better together. I learned that practicing the memory system she taught me will grow new "brain sprouts' so that my mind will continue to get sharper and faster as I get older. I won't have to worry about those diseases I just mentioned because my brain will be so strong from practicing the memory system. She's a nice person too, very kind and cares about you. Check out her Mp3's on her website Brainsproutsmemory.com and her book Loveremembers.com. She's the real deal and can help you and your loved ones with any memory issues and brain function. Isky Reign

From the owner: Vicki Mizel is a teacher, counselor, author, and actress…read more Ms. Mizel has been teaching these innovative memory techniques for over 16 years to students of all ages and abilities. Her techniques have been used in business, corporations, schools, universities and even film studios. They have also been used in training stroke, brain injured, and Alzheimer's patients and their support staff. These courses have been offered from L.A. to New York. For twenty - five years I have worked in the field of: memory training, listening skills, career change. During this time I've taught and trained students in elementary, junior, senior high and college age. I've trained teachers, seminar leaders, and medical professionals working with Alzheimer's patients and their staff, caregivers and family members. I have a book coming out to help Babyboomers and Alzheimer's patients with memory training and alternative health tips to stave off the illness and improve those who already have it...

Our family has been at Stanley since 2019, and we now have a unique perspective: a Pre-K student, a…read moresixth grader, and a recent Stanley graduate who is a freshman at East High School. Stanley is known for being joyful, warm, and child-centered--and it absolutely is. What can be less visible is how intentional and academically strong the education behind that joy is. Our oldest has been the best evidence for us. He transitioned seamlessly to East, placing into advanced math, English, and Spanish and taking honors-level classes. But Stanley prepared him for much more than coursework. He left understanding how he learns, how to advocate for himself, how to take academic risks, and how to make thoughtful decisions about what he needs to be successful. We're seeing that same development with our sixth grader. His teachers know him deeply as a learner. They have worked to understand how he processes information, scaffolded challenging concepts in reading and math, taught him strategies, and partnered with us to help him reach his potential. He has become a confident self-advocate, both academically and socially. And now, in Pre-K, we're seeing where it begins. Our daughter's teachers are calm, loving, and incredibly skilled with this age group. There is joy and play, but also structure and purposeful, age-appropriate learning. She loves going to school. After watching one child complete Stanley and thrive in high school, choosing Stanley again for our youngest was easy. The joy and academic growth aren't competing priorities at Stanley--they reinforce each other. The result is children who are prepared academically and, just as importantly, know themselves as learners.

Have two daughters that began SBPS since Kinder. Both kids can't wait to go to school in the…read moremorning - that says everything! Their focus on social emotion education is unmatched. The mixed aged classrooms allow students to have mentors and then become leaders. The teachers are just wonderful. I like to say that Stanley is helping my kids grow into joyful, healthy, kind, smart, curious, people. What more can you ask for?!

We enrolled our son in to CoIS in September 2017 and paid $3,100 in deposits & tuition. He attended…read moreschool four days when we received an email that the school was closing and moving 45 minutes away to Broomfield. When we told the director we would no longer be attending CoIS, we were told in writing that we would receive a $2,000 refund on October 22. On October 21 we received an email from CoIS stating they were not going to refund our money and to contact their Board with any issues. We wrote an email to the Board stating we would like the refund that was promised to us, and indicated it did not make sense for us to pay $3,100 for four days of school. We have not heard a word from them. I do not recommend this school for your children, and do not trust the director and Board that are running it. I believe they took advantage of us and multiple other families that did not receive their refund.

From the owner: The Colorado International School is a preschool through grade eight independent schools with an…read moreinternationally-focused curriculum. The Lower School accepts students from 2.5 years old and is a French immersion program, complemented with the study of English. The Middle School offers an inspiring, international curriculum designed for students with no foreign language experience, as well as students continuing in immersion programs in French, German, Spanish, and Mandarin. Colorado International School students take part in a strong academic program that allows each student to blossom according to his or her strengths. They develop a firm foundation in the traditional disciplines and a deep knowledge of at least one other language and culture. As curious, creative, and critical thinkers, they consistently perform above their French and U.S. peers in standardized tests, and move on to enroll in a number of academically challenging high schools and eventually universities. Colorado International School students are confident learners who understand the impact of global interactions and the changing world, are beginning to develop true cultural competency, and have a deep commitment to understanding the world and making it a better place for all...

The Spanish teacher Ms. Ramos is horrible. She picks favorites, gets on to people for NO reason,…read moreand is just very rude. I am a student at Highline. One of my peers got in trouble for not hearing a question, because OTHERS were talking. I also just know that she is bad for everyone, because I asked one of my classmates their opinions on Ramos, and it was also negative. If you somehow manage to get rid of her, this would be an amazing school. But right now, this is a virus infecting the rating of the school. The other parts of the school is amazing.

This is a school that has very good educators, people with a vocation for service, the school is…read morerun by its teachers. It does not have a leader, there is no leadership, so do not expect them to comply with what they offer you, the offers are invalidated and if your child has a 504 plan, this school will not apply it, it will not evaluate it and it will not follow up, they do not have staff for this. If it occurs to you to claim, they will treat you like crazy or it will be the fault of the Covid and the staff (directive) bounces me around like a ball. They shamelessly disrespect you as a father. The mental health of students is not the priority of this school. And, immigrants, be careful here is white privilege, discrimination and exclusion. The board, directors and a principal of this school handles the laws, the procedures of "discipline" in a corrupt and convenient way.