My son just graduated in June 2025. MBHS is the most amazing school with amazing and kind teachersread more

I was a student here all four years. The teachers were very good and the curriculum was quite…read moresolid. Why am I leaving a two-star review? Because the front office staff are absolute garbage. There have been so many incidents where I have been marked absent because the Attendance Lady was too lazy to excuse me. On top of that, the Office accidentally made me miss a field trip that I was planning for a month for. All because they didn't want to disturb class to pull me out!

Horrible place. Lots of drama. Sadly the terrible administration overshadows the handful of…read more teachers who genuinely care about the students

This might sound made up but my PE teacher specifically told me that if we ask to go to the…read morebathroom we get lunch detention. Also, there is something called tardies which represents how many times you were late to class. I had 8 tardies even though I have never been late before and they marked me late because I came back to school from a dentist appointment or a haircut. If you have 6 or more tardies you can not participate in any activities. The only good thing is they have a tardy recovery session which is basically detention where you excuse 2 tardies per session. The session lasts 45 minutes.

They helped my son graduate, thank you Audeo! You were patient and went the mile with us!read more

We have been very pleased with Altus Schools Audeo! For the past two summers my daughters have…read moretaken an online class to get ahead. Both summers they had a fantastic experience! Ms Wendy Rode, who my girls had this summer, was terrific. She worked with them when they needed assistance, she was speedy to respond and she was always very helpful. Highly recommend!

I am so so SO incredibly happy that we chose Barnard for my two girls, currently in 1st grade and…read moreTK. I had always hoped we could bring mandarin regularly into our lives and this is working well for us. Not only is my oldest comprehending chinese and learning to read and write (half of the day is in chinese!) but she actually enjoys learning it. We have had amazing teachers and the PTA is incredibly involved and supportive. This is a solid school for parental involvement. Partly because all the families choose to be there with intention (it's a magnet school). I really appreciate the diversity of the student population, makes us feel at home as an ethnically mixed family.

I spent nine years as a parent at Barnard Mandarin Magnet Elementary School (2013-2022). My son and…read moredaughter both completed the K-5 Mandarin immersion program and now are in high school and middle school respectively. My kids loved the school, its teachers, and the three different principals that were present during their years there. My kids have an incredible knowledge of the Mandarin language and of Asian culture. We have visited China three times. Interacting with locals has been a positive and joyous experience. We plan to continue with the Mandarin immersion program through high school. But there is so much more to Barnard than just Mandarin. The school offers an excellent, well-rounded ELA, math, and science curriculum. Their extra language skills only enhanced their engagement and absorption of other topics. The PTA offers a ton of wonderful extracurricular activities. My kids learned so much, made great friends with diverse families from throughout San Diego county, and collected terrific childhood memories of the many great times at Barnard. Highly recommended!

So, for the purposes of this review, I will be discussing the athletic fields only. If they suck…read moreat graduating you or your child, I can't speak to that. They may or may not be home to the largest group of delinquents this side of TJ for all I know. By the way, that is TJ MAXX in case you were wondering. In any event...HAVE YOU SEEN THIS FOOTBALL FIELD?!? Wha Whaaat?!? So my range of comparison when I was in high school was a large area that may or may not include grass and may or may not include yard markers and may or may not field a team that won any games. So, to level set, this field is like walking on the clouds by comparison. The track that goes around the field is rubberized - READ: easy on your body! Just about every night, there are VAVI activities going on there, so you're free to run the track or whatnot. For those dark winter nights, it's perfect because the area is well lit and there is plenty of parking. For nights where you have the benefit of daylight, there are great tennis courts, a soccer field, and baseball diamond. Not to mention some concrete areas that this writer is unable to identify. Bottom line - if you're looking for somewhere to exercise this is a great place to go. The added benefit of watching the VAVI action while you run, or whatever it is that you'll be doing should not be underscored!

Both of my kids go this school and I love how the school, staff and students have accepted my kids…read more I would recommend to all parents to seriously review this school. I love it here.

As an educator and public school administrator, I have high expectations for what meaningful,…read morehigh-quality learning should look like and I am truly impressed by what I see in the Preschool classes at St. Paul's Lutheran. Even at just three years old, my child is being exposed to a level of intentional instruction and thoughtful rigor that is exceptional. Having daily insight into TK through eighth-grade public school classrooms, I can confidently say that the program at St. Paul's stands out for its depth, purpose, and impact. What makes St. Paul's especially remarkable is its ability to balance strong academics with rich, play-based learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, and independence. Just as importantly, the faith-based foundation woven throughout the day is something truly special. My child is not only growing academically, but also developing character, compassion, and a sense of belonging. The combination of these elements creates an environment that is truly second to none.

My husband and I are in the military and enrolled our three daughters in Saint Paul's Lutheran…read moreschool after attending the local public school. We desired a small focused experience with dedicated teachers and faith base curriculum. What we got far exceeded our expectations, the teachers are so caring, creative, and focused on our child's individual needs. Each of my daughters is thriving in her class and is known by all teachers and staff. The academics are rigorous, but the teachers presented them in a way that keeps the kids engaged. They come home knowing far more than I would have ever hoped for, both in traditional academics and in faith curriculum. The school is not afraid of new technology and leverages AI and group learning approaches that would not be possible in a larger school. My children have been benefited greatly from this approach. One of the most important aspects for me is that the school does not tolerate isolating or bullying behavior. My fourth grader was distracted in her public school experience by 'mean girls' but at St Paul's, she is friends with each girl in her class and has often commented on how grateful she is to have no cliques or strife. This is so rare and is a testament to the hard work of the teachers and staff. Being members of the St. Paul's school community has increased my husband's and my faith as well. On a hard days, the staff has taken time to walk with us or pray. On great days they celebrate with us. We feel like we belong here as well, not just our children. Highly recommended on every front.

I have another student going here now. Communication is better now. Teachers communicate frequently…read moreabout your student's performance. They truly care. Some of the discipline procedures via administration are pretty odd though. There's a lack of it.

Rika is right, this school is mid at best. I have my friends here, but most of the kids and staff…read moresuck. I wish I didn't go here, they never give you time, and they think their supiorior as if we don't have a ton going on already

We are very happy with the experience we've had during our daughter Elena's first year at the…read moreschool. Her growth has been remarkable in every way -- academically, emotionally, and socially. From the very beginning, we felt welcomed and part of a true community, which made all the difference for us as a family. Principal Dena Stoneman is always attentive, approachable, and thoughtful in every detail. Secretary Sara Sinclair is a kind and loving person, always willing to help with warmth and efficiency. We are also deeply grateful to Elena's teachers -- Ms. Chu, Ms. Delgado, and Ms. Andy -- for the care, dedication, and love they've shown throughout her learning journey this year. We fully trust the school and are excited to continue this journey with you all in the upcoming school year!

It has taken me months of reflection to write this review because our experience with MMS was…read moredeeply confusing and upsetting. Our 3-year-old daughter started at MMS in January 2024. We really loved her primary teachers, and initially, she seemed to be doing well. There were a few incidents of misbehavior (hitting, biting, not listening--maybe three times?) but overall, it was a positive experience. She made friends, spoke happily about school and her teachers, and seemed engaged. From the beginning, I found Dena to be condescending and sanctimonious, but I tried to overlook it. After summer camp, she returned to the same class with many of the same students. But from the start of the new school year, we began receiving frequent calls and incident reports about her behavior--hitting, biting, disrupting nap time, etc. Over the next few months, things unraveled. Our daughter no longer wanted to go to school. She became hysterical every morning at drop-off. We received daily incident reports and multiple phone calls from the school. At home and in other settings, playdates, gymnastics, family events, her behavior was very different. She wasn't perfect, but she was typical for a 3-4-year-old. It began to feel like the school had completely lost control of the situation. She was regularly sent to the office for "breaks" or timeouts, but she would just sit and color, so it didn't feel like a consequence to her. The school called us to pick her up early several times, saying they couldn't manage her and that she was essentially a danger to others. She also began saying things like "I'm bad" and "I'm mean," which was a major red flag. We took her to the pediatrician, an occupational therapist, and had her evaluated for ADHD and other potential concerns. Everything came back within the range of typical development. We had multiple meetings with the school. Dena assured us they were trying everything, but their actions didn't reflect that. Eventually, they asked if we could switch her to half days. Although it was a major challenge for our full-time working household, we agreed, hoping it would help. It didn't. The daily calls continued, and we were still asked to pick her up early. They assigned an aide to shadow her, but the behavior didn't improve. Our daughter started coming home saying no one wanted to play with her, that she had no friends, and that she was bad. Our OT was confused--if she had a one-on-one aide, how was she still getting into so many incidents? We tried sticker charts, calming strategies, every tool recommended by professionals. And yes, our daughter is emotional and sometimes struggles to keep her hands to herself, but again, not in a way that felt outside the norm for her age. We received two to three detailed incident reports each day. It often seemed like the school was spending more energy documenting her behavior than actually helping her. Over time, it became clear we weren't welcome. Dena and some of the teachers began giving us cold looks. Dena even told us that other parents didn't want their kids playing with ours. The whole environment felt hostile and out of control. After another unproductive meeting with Dena, we were told our options were to find a new school or pay for a full-time aide, on top of tuition. We enrolled her in a new school the following week, and the difference has been incredible. One of the strangest parts came when we decided to withdraw our daughter. Dena asked if we would bring her by for "closure." I declined, as I didn't feel that would be appropriate. I went to pick up her belongings, and while the students and teachers had made her a goodbye card, which seemed sweet at first, the messages inside were deeply unsettling. Things like "We know there's good in you" made it sound like she was evil or broken. Again, she was THREE. And she really is a sweet, loving kid (who gives the best hugs). At her new school, she has many friends, and in 7 months, she's had one behavioral incident. We still recognize that she is an emotional and spirited child, but she is thriving in a supportive environment. I only wish we had made the switch sooner. Looking back, it's shocking to realize that for the entire second half of the school year at MMS, we didn't hear a single positive thing about our daughter. I feel heartbroken thinking about the constant negative feedback loop she was caught in. no wonder she thought she was "bad." I'm not saying MMS is a terrible school for everyone. Clearly, some families have had positive experiences. But it seems that if your child doesn't fit a certain mold, they are unwilling or unequipped to support them. I still struggle to understand how things got so bad, especially considering the immediate change we saw when we moved her. Even at home, she was noticeably happier. she now runs into school every morning and i have so much peace of mind.

Francis Parker School. What is there to say other than its…read morethe finest college prep school in San Diego and maybe the whole Country. I graduated from there in 2006. I was also a lifer meaning I attended parker my whole life from pre-school til graduating high school. This expierence you recieve from Parker is one of a kind, they great faculty, administrators, coaches, facilities. And now with the new campus its not only a great school but it has state of the art classrooms. Parker will strive to give your children a memorable expierence along with a great education which will prepare them for life's journey after high school. Parker will always have a special place in my heart and I hope one day I can send my kids their. I also wanna say I'll never forget- Mrs. Brown-6th grade math, Mr.Ghroni-7th Grade Science, Mrs. Robinson -Drama, Mrs.Z- P.E. Coach , Coach Morrison- greatest football coach, Mrs. Dosick- Learning center . Mr Mitchell - principal, Mr. McIntrye-Headmaster - I know i forget some of the other teachers who made an impact on my life but I love you all.

The facility is beautiful. Most of the teachers are really good. The administration does not care…read moreabout you. Sometimes they respond to emails and sometimes they don't. The head of the administration is a political figure. If you're Jewish, the school does not care about you. They don't care whether you stay or you go. They don't care about anti-Semitic incidents on campus. Anti-Israel is not anti-Jewish for them. You will just yell into the void when bad things happen. There is zero accountability. I'm feeling very poorly about a school I was very excited to have my child join. If you're left leaning and hate Jews, this is the right place for you.

This is a magical place filled with incredible educators. My children have received a priceless…read moreeducation that has instilled a love of learning in them that is truly remarkable.

It is a fantastic community to be a part of! A lovely campus, supportive staff and great teachers!read more