This review is based on Cooperative Middle School providing catering for an event…read more - Pizza used was cold and horrible. Definitely not made from scratch. There was a limit of 1 or 2 slices, by default they gave you one if you didnt ask. - Only soda and other soft drinks were available. There was no water in pitchers or bottles, etc. - Chocolate cake and coffee was advertised but we never received it. - Food was served directly on a cafeteria tray with pre-made compartments. Eek, not sure how sanitary this is! When having an event here, do not suggest having them cater... keep the lunch ladies at home and give a local pizzeria some business!

At first we were so happy to have our son attend Cornerstone as a full time student in their…read moreToddler-house program with 10 other students. (It was his first school ever- He is only 2 yrs old.) Then suddenly in January their teachers informed us that they would not be able to keep him as a full time student the following year. We have two children and my husband and I are both professionals with strict schedules. It was a shock to suddenly be told that our child could only be a student from 8:30 to 11:30am. When we asked them why, they said he would not take naps. Strange, both our children nap regularly EVERYDAY. I was able to talk to the some of the other parents who have children in the same class as my son. A few of them mentioned that their kids also do not nap, but their children WERE attending full time next year. It turns out these families have have other siblings attending Cornerstone. That made us feel that the school was exhibiting some bias against our child. We had heard very little communication from the school during his first 6 months, just mostly generic daily comms, but suddenly we began getting communications 2-3x per week detailing complaints such as our son stepping on bugs, playing with sticks too much or even chewing his food with his mouth open, really?! He was only 2! This continued for weeks which made us feel bullied. This school makes up a lot of stories to cover up their own lies that they tell to parents. The toddler teachers and the Head of school, Lee-Ann are very judgmental. Once the She finds out that you are asking questions about the teachers, some of which are not certified, or questioning their "curriculum", She will make sure that you and your child will have a terrible year filled with multiple early dismissals which cause you to scramble for babysitting coverage or take personal time. Since we been there, the Toddler House class size has dropped by over a third. Do your research, this school has had a lot of issues with the Board of Education and has had multiple lawsuits filed against them, all in the public record. The upper school has a good reputation but their Toddler House leaves a lot to be desired. The reason for my review is to help parents really ask the RIGHT questions before going into this school. Good luck to anyone who is considering entering their child into the Toddler-House.

This is a school where children love to learn for the love of learning, not because they have to…read moreknow something for a test. The students learn that grace and courtesy are just as important as their math facts. The students are inquisitive and respectful. The faculty are dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic. My children have been attending Cornerstone since they were 3 years old. They are now 9 and 11. Their knowledge of the world and their academics are very strong. I am always impressed by their level of maturity and respect for others and their environment. Cornerstone has shaped them to be strong, positive children.

Great school and state of art facilities so lucky to have this level of quality education in our…read morearea.

Current administration is inexperienced, has a tendency to jump to conclusions, attempts to…read moremicromanage every aspect of the students existence. The children are suffocated in rules that are a moving target. There is an atmosphere of privilege for certain students with exclusivity that protects some regardless of behavior. Academics are slightly better than the average public school but erratic. Secular new age agendas are as active here as in your local public school. You might be okay in lower grades but once you reach middle school...look out.

Some private schools don't really seem that different from public schools. This private school…read morelooks exactly like a college campus. Exeter is also a great city, great location to go to school. Nicer than where I went to school, that's for sure

Hmmm. It's academically the best high school in the United Stares, perhaps in the world. But it's…read morehad a few problems recently. The administration seems to be trying to preserve the reputation of the school instead of just doing the next right thing. It's also not necessarily a good place for every smart kid. It's designed to support the superstar kids, and that's not a bad thing. It's easily the smartest and most talented collection of people I've ever been around. Amazing people who've started schools, won Tonys, written academic masterpieces, and that just a couple people in my own class. If you think you're one of those superstars, this could be the place for you. But it's easy to fall through the cracks when you're not in the top 10% of the class. You need to be able to make your own schedule and have a sense of who you are. This is not for immature kids! Bottom line: expensive school, worth every penny if you're self-motivated and ambitious. Plenty of financial aid to deserving kids who could not otherwise afford it. Or you can be the scion of a family that can afford its own jet. These are the best ways to get through. The rest of us do well, and we have really cool friends 30 years later.

This review is for the Portsmouth Indoor Pool…read more We signed our 2 year old son up for the "mommy and me" type class. Very expensive for a non resident $100- we were new to the area and lived in Hampton. We started in January- the pool and air was very cold . The girl instructor agreed and was shivering along with my son. We tried again the next week; same out come. Freezing and really no great instruction like we were use to at our last pool in AZ. So, we bought a wet suit and tried again. This time he lasted 20 minutes:) still cold and felt like I was paying for play time. Our last pool really worked with them swimming, kicking , going under. Very disappointed for the price we paid. I called the lady in charge and we could not get a refund, only credit to use on a class later or lane usage. I explained he was freezing and she said to keep moving. With a 2 year old he can only do so much, his body is not like an adults whose swimming laps. Waste of money for us which was hard being on a budget like many families.

He ordered some merchandise and still hasn't paid...two years later! You might want to shop with a…read moremore honest shop

This place is a hidden gem . The owner will help you with anything . He listens and asks you a lot…read moreof questions and then gets you what you need . Most surf places will sell you all they can no matter you need . Mike is different. I found my new surf store. I didn't even know he was here but I see his boards all over the place. He is a famous surfboard shaper to boot .

Don't miss this lovely sun-filled gem of a gallery filled with paintings, photographs, jewelry,…read morepottery, greeting cards. The prices are a steal. Regular classes for all levels. And a vibrant annual scholarship program for high school seniors attending art schools or colleges. Right across he street from a great independent bookstore. I can find all my gifts in this block!

From the owner: Non-profit association of local artists and art lovers promoting visual arts in the seacoast New…read moreHampshire region. Wide variety of media, genres and styles. Reasonably priced, high-quality photographs, paintings, sculpture, note cards and more. Exhibit areas change monthly and quarterly so there's always something new to see. We also give scholarships to area high school seniors who will be pursuing further education in the arts.