Amazing school with a principal and staff who truly care! Principal Emyr Rich knows the students by…read morename and warmly welcomes them each morning. The school provides a safe, fun, and engaging environment with great teachers and challenging classes. The staff and counselors are always willing to listen and help. We are so grateful to be part of this wonderful school!

Such a wonderful school from at least 1938 (for what I saw at a plate in the main courtyard). I…read morewent there this week for an interpreting job and spent a great time walking around the facilities that remind me of the Spanish revival style. I was able to imagine the various generations of Vista kids attending this pristine white (even if with some maintenance needed) school. I loved so many details, from the 1930s water fountains to the skates 'parking lot'. They have a memorial fragrant rose garden and the trees are just gorgeous. So much greenery and open spaces. I like the architecture of this school a lot and the memories the past I imagine were made here. Another cute touch are the tiles also Spanish style.

My girls go here and I was impressed with the dedication and personal attention that the teachers…read moregive to each student. We have two different teachers who have different styles but they are fairly consistent in the curriculum (same grade level) and they pay attention to details. They are organized with weekly homework assignments provided at the beginning of the week along with weekly newsletters that spell out the expectations and activities for the week. The parent-teacher communication is great! I love that my kids have a full day of school (just under 6 hours) and have the opportunity to learn a wide variety of subjects and get physically active. The school uses Ki's lunch for it's lunch program so it makes it easy to have healthy, nutritious lunches on the days I don't feel like packing one. I saw a previous review that commented on income disparity. I think this is a factor at any private school that draws from a wide variety of communities and demographics. Yes, there are upper middle class folks and there are working class folks. The school offers financial assistance so that kids from many different income brackets can attend. As far as private schools go, this is probably somewhere in the middle in terms of cost. (I did extensive research for private schools in north county) But I can also say that the teachers are very sensitive to the disparity and try to be considerate of any additional costs for parents. Overall, we are very happy that we chose this school!

My son attended Tri-City Christian School from Pre-K through 4th grade. In the early years, we had…read moresome truly wonderful experiences. Teachers like Mrs Bicum, Mrs Cinors Mrs.Lever, Mrs. Theis, and Mrs. Mackey were caring, dedicated, and genuinely invested in helping him succeed. I will always be grateful for the kindness and effort they showed our family. Unfortunately, our experience changed dramatically in 4th grade. My son struggled with reading and had educational needs that required additional support. Instead of receiving the help and encouragement he needed, it felt like the school gave up on him. He went from being a student who earned B and C grades to receiving failing grades, and we saw very little effort to help him maintain the academic progress he had made over the years. During this time, our family was also wrongly accused by a teacher, which resulted in a report being made to CPS. We found this experience deeply upsetting. We were also concerned to learn that the same teacher allegedly shared private information about our family with other parents without our knowledge, which further damaged our trust in the school community. As parents, we were repeatedly made to feel that our son no longer belonged at the school because of his learning challenges and his need for an IEP. Rather than partnering with us to help him succeed, we felt pressured to find another school. The message we received was that Tri-City Christian was not willing or able to support a child who learned differently. If your child is a strong student who does not require academic accommodations and excels in sports, your experience may be very positive. However, if your child struggles with reading, is behind academically, has an IEP, or may need one in the future, I would strongly encourage you to carefully consider whether this school can provide the support your child deserves. What hurt the most was that this happened at a Christian school. By the end of our time there, I felt embarrassed and unwelcome on campus. Every child deserves patience, encouragement, and support--especially when they are struggling. Sadly, that was not our experience during our final years at Tri-City Christian.

This place is absolutely amazing. They are building a brand new sports center. It is absolutely…read morebeautiful. They have outdoor fields brand new bathrooms. It looks like a park. It is so warm and welcoming. The staff is so friendly and really takes care of the children. thank you so much for all you do and everything you give the community. The boys and girls club is truly an integral part of Vista's community.

This review strictly for baseball field only. There's is only one baseball field at this location…read more Plenty of parking at boys and girls club location, but drive further down the road and take right towards the field, you find more spots closer to the field. The field is maintained well in general. Outfield grass is patchy, but rest is great. What I like the best is there is batting cage for practice when you are not at field. There is also kids park next to field to keep the younger ones occupied. Also there is snack bar, look at the pictures for price, they accept cash and venmo. There is a restroom in the complex near the field. Great for kids and for the spectators. GAME BALL!!!

Yay! My friend moved her children to Coastal!!!! Well to Classical in Escondido, but they live in…read moreEscondido so that makes sense. I share how much I appreciate Coastal with friends and even ppl I just met who bring up wanting to homeschool but unsure where or how to start... well Coastal and Classical offer so many choices and leaders that will meet with you and help you decide. They have different options and last year introduced yet another! Our oldest tried it last year and enjoyed it so we've experienced two choices and love both. So if you are trying to decide what's best for your family, I encourage you to reach out to Coastal or a Classical Academy close to you. Another helpful bit of info, they have a zero bullying policy that they actually implement! They talk with the student and parents immediately not allowing it to go on and on. Thankfully our children haven't experienced bullying at Coastal, but overheard a child saying something like another child isnt smart and immediately a teacher called the children to talk with them and the one apologized. In 4 years that is all our children have witnessed. That's how I wish all schools could be but friends have shared so many truly disturbing experiences at other places and little consequences. Several have moved their children to homeschooling full time because of them being bullied. Coastal teachers and volunteers have all been so kind and strive to give kids a welcoming place to learn and have fun while learning. Feel free to message me as well. I'm just a mom who has two kids here since 2022, so I may not know all the answers but I can help!

We LOVE this school! We left our zoned school on base for Coastal and my child has never been…read morehappier! The vibes are good, the kids are happy, and the staff is great! We love the events and field trips they plan, it's a great environment for kids to learn in. Highly recommend!

I like this school. The teachers are really nice and helpful with students. The kids I take here…read moreall like the school and get along well with their classmates. The school is also fenced in and locked during the day so it's safer.

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.

As parents who relocated to Vista from out of state, we found St. Francis to have an exceptionally…read moreinviting and welcoming community. We set down roots here and the school and parish community has become our family. Our children thrive academically and socially, and we couldn't be happier 11 years later. Helping students develop strong character to become good stewards of our community has been an integral part of our family's experience. My children serve on student council, and participate in numerous character-building community service projects. The Learning Support Program has been very effective in allowing my children to succeed at their grade level and given them the confidence to push themselves academically.

My two sons were failing in the public school system. I had to pull them out mid-year and put them…read moreback a grade. Both boys have done a 180 at St. Francis. They are flourishing. They can't wait to go to school. My older one now has his sights set on private high schools as well. St. Francis completely changed the course of their lives. I am forever grateful. The staff is amazing, they pay such close attention to the kids they can tell you what you packed them for lunch and if they ate it all. The after school activities and sports are super, the fundraisers are such a blast!! I love this school, I love everything about it.

What a gem! LOVE LOVE LOVE this school!…read morePriced right! Wonderful staff- It is like going home everyday when I drop off and pickup. So blessed and thankful to have found this gem- feels like a step back in time when pace of life was slower and things meant more.

Sending our kids to Valley Christian School when they entered Middle School was one of the best…read moredecisions we've ever made as Parents. The only regret we have is not starting them there in Kindergarten. At Valley, our kids weren't just taught, they were Seen, Known, and Cared for. They were held accountable not only in their Academics, but in their Behavior and Values. The school helped shape them into kind, grounded young people who know who they are and what they stand for. What my Kids learned at Valley not only prepared them for high school, but also set their foundation as they grow into young adults. Our daughter, now a junior in high school, has carried the discipline and strong foundation she gained at VCS and continues to earn straight A's. She still stays close with the school, like I've noticed many former students do. That tells me a lot. Our Son, who graduated last week, came in as a quiet, average student who didn't have much confidence. Today, he's a straight A student and athlete. The basketball games are a lot of fun and I will miss them!! Most importantly, he's developed a very strong core value set and is confident, motivated, and ready for high school. As a parent, I could not ask for anything more. Mrs. Palm, the principal, is truly one of the most God-honoring women we've ever met. Her love for the students is real, and you can feel it in the way she leads...with strength, grace, and Deep Faith. She's not just a Principal; she's a Mom who treats the kids at her School like one of her own. The Teachers and Faculty have also been a tremendous blessing to our family. There's no way to fully describe the love and guidance our kids have received at Valley Christian. It's not something you see every day. VCS is much more than a school, it's a Family. We made an investment when we chose VCS, but God has returned it tenfold. He used this school to bless our family in ways we never expected and ways that exceed any monetary value. Thank you VCS, we are so grateful. Five stars ***** without question. Go Lions!