The concept of an independent study charter school is wonderful. La Vida (Life) offers a variety…read moreof curriculum choices, and their willingness to offer the Oak Meadow (Waldorf) curriculum is one of their strengths. Their teaching staff include both on-site teachers for the students who choose on-site classes 2 days/week and teachers who work with the homeschool-only students. The buildings are old and not well-maintained. Hallways and rooms seem cluttered, confined, and a bit claustrophobic. Some of the textbooks sent home with students are tattered and falling apart. Staff seem unconcerned by this. Staff are difficult to contact by phone, seem unconcerned about returning phone calls, and office staff seem put out by questions from visitors. Our children felt the school was "too weird" for them.

A very warm and close-knit community of like-minded teachers and parents. I am alway confident that…read moremy child is well cared for and given love and attention while he is at school. The children are given the freedom and courage to grow and explore. We have had a very positive experience at WSMC and would highly recommend.

My daughter has been attending WSMC for 4 years, and it has truly been an exceptional environment…read morefor her. Despite the global pandemic, the care and safety afforded to each child has really made a difference in my daughters' development. I commend the passionate faculty and staff.