My son is thriving at TGS. Public school was literally making him sick (stomach aches/head aches)…read more As an honors student with social/emotional challenges, public school was a tough place to reach his full potential. He kept his head down and flew under the radar and was diagnosed with high functioning ASD in 9th grade. TGS knocks down the walls of judgment against neurodiverse kids that exist in public schools and give them new tools to achieve their potential each day in creative ways so that kids learn to express themselves and feel heard and accepted.

My son will begin his third year at The Temple Grandin School in Boulder and it has been a life…read moresaver for him and our family. My son has been able to get out of his defensive mode (which has obstructed his ability to learn) because he is finally receiving the necessary accommodations for his Aspergers and ADHD learning profile. The school, with its amazing and dedicated staff, has helped him move forward not only with his academics, but has provided valuable tools to help him with his social skills and emotional regulation as well. He looks forward to going to school now and feels grateful to be in a place where he is valued, respected and understood. We love the community and integrity that comes along with The Temple Grandin School and we have much hope for our son's future accomplishments.

Ah high school. I'm…read morewriting only from impressions of the infrastructure and ambience based on my visit to view the Boulder High School fall orchestra concert of 2008. Clearly a beneficiary of high property values, the school proclaims itself a college-prep school. Everywhere you walk there are advertisements of colleges and universities. The auditorium itself was in good shape - not the best acoustics but relatively comfortable seating. And no tiles fell on my head (true story from my high school). Congrats to the symphony orchestra for doing an ambitious program! The case for arts in the public schools was made that evening.

I went here for a couple months and it was fun but scary. Every time I would walk through the…read morecourtyard during my lunch period there would be someone imitating an eagle. Then another time someone brought a safeway shopping cart into the courtyard and was riding it around. This place is crazy.

We left traditional education in 4th grade and haven't looked back. We joined Friends Middle…read moreSchool in 6th grade, and our son has blossomed into a confident thinker with a positive attitude on learning. The smaller environment has enabled our 'different' thinker to adapt and produce work he is proud of. He's with a great group of kids and enjoys the schools flexible use of 'know yourself', wonderfully creative with learning ideas and encouragement for kids with dyslexia, ADD, etc...has made a world of difference. Only one more year before high school, but we see his connections with teachers and peers and are pleased to watch his progress.

Our daughter LOVES her school! She's in preschool and has a passion for learning and Friends has…read morestoked this passion. She enjoys seeing all her classmates (she hated not having school over winter break), singing, playing "family", and running all around the giant outdoor play area. The teachers stay in communication weekly and keep us up to date on class activities, parent learning opportunities, and the progress of our daughter. I appreciate that the snacks are healthy and that they are proactive about allergies. Her teachers are so kind and highly experienced and give the children the tools and the space to develop their interpersonal skills.

I think the parents were out of line, trying to enroll their kids in a religious school with…read moreobviously different beliefs from their own. As much as I personally tend to try to be flexible, I applaud the church for at least staying true to it's conservative values. Too many religions bend and flex to whatever is "convenient".

i cannot say enough great things about Sacred Heart of Jesus. The principle and teachers are great…read more It is not the old school Catholic education that you might think of. The teachers are truly dedicated to the children. It is a great value compared to other private schools in Boulder County.

The water slides were broken and the wave pool had bandaids in it. The ice cream was melted and the…read morechanging room had mold

Good school good teachers I learn stuff here and and I like Fairview. The teachers are nice and…read morestuff .

We had a very bad experience with Watershed. They assured us that they could support my child, who…read moreis very gifted, but they could not. They gave her work below her capabilities and busy work that took her hours and hours to complete each night. When I tried to talk with the teacher she shamed my daughter, even in front of me. When I then talked to the Director, he lectured me on how stress is often good for children and that he stands behind his teachers. When we set up a meeting to discuss it together with the teacher, they postponed and postponed it, giving excuses. When I finally pulled her from the school they sent me into collections, even though the Director said he would get back to me with a negotiation, which he never did. Buyer beware.

A school to really get kids creatively thinking and doing, while experiencing the world, and…read morelearning relevant skills for college and life. A great community to be a part of.

We are in our 7th year at BCD - my daughter is in 6th grade, and my son is in 7th. We are thrilled…read morewith our kids' academic performance, and how BCD drives excellence and global awareness, as well as community involvement, inclusion, and kindness. My kids enjoy the variety of music, art, science, innovation, and explore classes, as well as special projects like Model UN and outdoor education trips. BCD does an incredible job facilitating communication with parents, and I am so thankful that my kids have the opportunity to attend this school.

My son started in January and the difference in his demeanor is remarkable. No more tears and drop…read moreoff. He's connected with both the lead and assistant teachers. He enjoys all the Friday assemblies. and I've enjoyed a closer sense community.

It's hard to describe the difference in our son's attitude to school, to learning, and just about…read moreeverything else since starting at September School. He's now learning Spanish at an AP level where he once floundered in incomplete assignments. He's interested in and informed about world events-- social studies hadn't even sparked an interest in the past. In areas where he still struggles, he has teachers who understand how he learns and help him along while still holding him to him to high standards. He's actually learning, not just showing up and turning in busywork. Earlier struggles at school extended to his social and emotional life. It was hard to see him struggle when knew him to be bright, funny, insightful, and kind. September School has drawn that out. He's part of a supportive community, has good friends, and is valued for being himself.

Our son landed at September School after two very challenging years at a large public high school…read more It's been a godsend. He went from thinking school is meaningless and not worth the effort to enjoying many of his classes and coming home happy. The small class size, the personal attention, the caring and supportive community have all transformed his attitude toward school and learning. At September School, he isn't expected to expected to think and perform like everyone else. Teachers support him while also still holding him accountable. We also love the policy of not giving homework, which means assignments get completed in class and school stays at school. September School certainly isn't right for every kid, but for those that need a non-traditional learning environment, it's amazing.

Our kids have THRIVED at Friends' Middle School. Our experience has far surpassed our…read moreexpectations. Our son is leaving middle school with a clear sense of who he is, ready to take on High School and whatever life throws at him. He knows how to advocate for himself to his peers and to his teachers. These are clear signs he will be successful in whatever he decides to pursue! The smaller environment has meant that the teachers know our kids as individuals; they know their learning needs and strengths, know their unique personalities and challenge them just the right amount to keep them learning and growing and reaching their full potential academically and socially.

Our son is finishing his first year at Friends School and it has been a wonderful experience for…read moreour family. Our child is really thriving; he loves going to school and regales us each evening with the new letters, animals, art techniques, outdoor games, Spanish language words, historical events, and songs (among many other things) that he's learning each day. We are so happy with the communication we receive from his classroom teachers, and understand in great detail where we can support our child's social-emotional and academic development. The school has also been exceptional in its handling of safety and health precautions for the students as well as the broader community - and we love getting our weekly communications from the division heads, and the school at-large. Thank you Friends School for being such a nurturing, challenging, exciting place for our child!

Leadership is lacking in every way possible here. The principal only worries about himself and not…read morehis students. I can't believe he is still employed there after all I have witnessed and heard from other parents. I would HIGHLY recommend shopping around for other places for your student to go to high school. There are so many places that actually care about your kid instead of their end of year numbers for testing and enrollment.

Niwot High School did a superb job of enabling their students to become successful and graduate on…read moretime. I made it halfway through sophomore year. 10/10 would drop out again.