Ponderosa school is awesome! The teachers are really great!! They care about the students and make…read morelearning fun and engaging)))

This school is horrible. The principal here Julie is extremely racist as my child heard a white…read morechild call her black friend the N- Word and she told the principal just for her to do nothing! And the supervisors here are absolutely crazy! I've worked as one for a few weeks but immediately quit as I did not feel safe on the job. These supervisors let children run around, be sexist towards girls specifically, let them cuss out each other, and include stupid rules to scare and give these poor children PTSD they do not need. The after school isn't all that bad but it isn't pretty and is quite expensive, J would only recommend it for emergency use only. I hope you parents understand this school also has health benefits that haven't been mentioned and i don't think should as it feels disgusting and inappropriate to even speak of. Do not let your children go to this school if you feel they shouldn't be taught such vigorous things such as the N- Word, how to Cuss, and many more.

I was at St Veronica's yesterday to pick up my Granddaughter. While I was waiting, I was watching…read moreto young men lower the American Flag. They proceeded to fold the flag in the way it should be folded. As they walked away one of the boys started singing the Star Spangled Banner and I thought , this school is doing something right. It made me feel pretty good and proud. Thank you to those two young men. You're on the right road. Patti

Something special is happening at St. Veronica Catholic School in SSF. I recently met the new…read moreprincipal, John Payne, several of the teachers, and toured the school. The new principal is kind, listens intently, and is clearly dedicated to creating a school environment that supports the whole child and develops academic excellence. The teachers I met were true professionals and equally kind. Their passion for their grade level and for the new administration was palpable. I saw a tech class in action and the lesson held the students' uninterrupted attention and created excitement. There is a beautiful library on campus FULL of books and organized in a way that pulls students in. All the students I encountered were polite and engaged. The class size allowed for maximum student/teacher interaction. I am a mother of 4 and have taught elementary, middle, and high school. St. Veronica Catholic School is a true gem and I highly recommend to any family looking for a local Catholic School.

Buri Buri elementary is a wonderful school. Three generations of my family have attended.read more

I had the best memories and experiences at this school. I'm a alumni/Class of 2017. The principal…read morewas very nice and prepared fun activities such as mad science, hip hop class, chess, ukulele, and etc. They also had people come to this school and teach students of a lot of varieties of things of what they like to do. Some activities were zookeepers, Japanese drumming, the harp, and STEM ( Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and it isn't only about fun it is also become people better learners and the teachers are very nice.

We feel incredibly lucky to have Ms. Chakraverty as our son's (4th grade teacher). She creates such…read morea warm and welcoming classroom where every child feels seen, understood, and encouraged. What stands out most is how attentive she is to the little details , she truly takes the time to understand each student and bring out their strengths. Since being in her class, my son has improved tremendously, not only academically but also socially and emotionally. His confidence, participation, and love for learning have all grown so much. Ms. Chakraverty has a special ability to motivate her students and get the very best out of them while making learning enjoyable and meaningful. Thank you for your dedication, patience, and care Ms Chakraverty!

My daughter came here for summer school. She really enjoyed school and she adjusted really well to…read moremy surprise. I didn't get photos daily, but I really did like what I was seeing when she did attend Stratford. The teachers communicated with me whenever possible.

All Souls Catholic School has been a blessing for our family. My children have grown academically,…read moresocially, and spiritually during their time here. The teachers are dedicated, compassionate, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping students learn. What sets this school apart is its strong sense of community and its commitment to Catholic values. Students are encouraged not only to excel in the classroom but also to develop kindness, responsibility, and faith. We have always felt welcomed and supported by the staff and other families. I am grateful for the positive, nurturing environment All Souls provides and highly recommend it to any family looking for a school that truly cares about the child and family.

All Souls has been a wonderful school for our children. The friendships and community we have build…read morehere over the past 7 years is irreplaceable. The academic standards well prepared my oldest for high school. The sports program is so well run by the athletic board and has given all our kids a well rounded introduction into competitive sports while encouraging teamwork and good sportsmanship. We love the teachers -- it's clear they love the kids! Thank you, All Souls, for being such a wonderful partner in our children's education.

5-Stars because I grew up here. Great memories with (forgive any mispellings, it was a long time…read moreago) Lara Lesuer, Ernie Pazola, Michael Yasko, another Michael-something, Joey Corrado, Darin Marquardt, Arnold Ong, Jeffrey Thomas, Monica Della, Angela Beck, Christine-something, Toni-something. Many others. I also remember Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Holcomb, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. May, and Fourth Grade teacher Mr. Jordan and his imaginative stories about Dianna "Boss", Raquel "Belch" and other such celebrity spoofs. Wagon Wheels pasta for lunch, Halloween Costume Parades, and paper airplane contests where the winner got candy!!! I wonder if schools still do this today? I also remember I was the coolest, cutest, smartest kid in the school. Hey, that's my story and I'm sticking to it!

Many interactions with this school - unfortunately my ratings will not improve…read more I tried to tell my childs teacher about an incident that recently occurred with another student and she totally didnt care! She said, "oh I dont think that happened". I was not trying to have any child diciplined, I was mainly trying to INFORM the teacher of what was possibly going on with her students and she brushed off my concerns. I've had enough interactions with this teacher, I've even tried to be considerate of her feelings by thinking perhaps she's having a bad day, or that she's just plain busy. But I'm finally convinced that she doesnt care enough. Maybe there are too many students and she's overwhelmed?

Went here as a child. Most of my family went here when they were kids. amazing experience during my…read moreelementary year. so much fun and great teachers

The staff listen to your concerns& appear genuine. The crossing guards are a definite plus.read more

I can't tell you what it's like for when your children are in this school, but I can tell you that…read morebased on how they present themselves, I don't think they would be doing a good job at that. To start with, you're asked to message them on their website or email. Cool. And then they'll tell you over email to call and make appointment to tour the facility....why can't you just tell me over email? I took a tour and I wasn't sure about it, so I wanted to arrange another time to come back with my wife. So I called them again, and guess what they told me? "Call back in January." No explanation. Why would you give me a tour just two days ago in September, and then say that I can't have another one until the next year? "That's when the waiting list opens"....got it. I was promptly hung up on. So now it comes time to tour again. We come back and make an appointment over the phone. The school is a school but...the people just don't seem like they care at all. The tour was so lackluster. It took all but like 15 minutes. I've spent more time looking through a grocery store. I don't think they're paid enough to give tours, let alone look after your kids. I've seen high schoolers give better tours at the children's museums. I could have been guided around with a lifeless robot. Hell, if robots could critically think, then they would be like, "...Damn. You're making me look bad." The ratio is 7-8:1, at the toddler age. It's ideally supposed to be 5-6:1. I guess the school is affordable, but it seems too good to be true. It's too affordable for something that's supposed to be Montessori, so I'm suspicious. RESPONSE: "...genuinely wonder if your review may have been intended for a different school." Does your version of Montessori teach children to deflect and gaslight to protect a narcissistic ego?

--With a half-eaten chicken nugget in one tiny palm and a fistful of buttered pasta squeezed into…read morethe other, our then three-year-old turned to us mid-meal and said, in the sweetest, most innocent little voice: "Mommy... Daddy... I think I really love my school." () That was the moment we knew, meeting with Ms. Simin and enrolling our child at Mills Montessori was the right decision. From day one, Mills felt like a place filled with genuine warmth and care. Over the 2.5 years our child attended, we experienced a close-knit, family-like environment that helped shape the foundation of his social, emotional, and academic growth. It's a school we've confidently recommended to family, friends, and coworkers looking for a loving first school experience for their children. His final year at Mills was especially impactful and played a big role in how prepared and confident he was starting his new school. Ms. Jen and Ms. Kaytlin provided incredible attention, nurturing, and encouragement, leaving a lasting impression we know he'll always carry. Ms. Helen is truly a gem--her dedication to phonics and early literacy made a huge difference in his reading and penmanship, and we credit her greatly for his progress. We also loved the variety of extracurricular programs offered. Our child participated in soccer, ceramics, art, dance, Spanish, and piano, all of which he genuinely enjoyed. One standout experience was the Messy Hands sensory class led by Ms. Ineca. We were amazed at how much he loved it and how quickly we saw growth in his sensory confidence and cognitive development--major shoutout to Messy Hands. The teachers, the playground, the programs, and most of all, the warmth and care make Mills Montessori truly special. We're so grateful we walked in for that first tour, and after our experience, we couldn't agree more with our son's words. We really love this school too. -Bryan

Found this school in the summer of 2023 for my granddaughter. My first impression was really great…read moreseeing the summer school program teachers and aides were very welcoming. Enrolled her to 1st grade and I can say that it was the best decision we made for her. She was always happy and excited not only to see her friends and teachers but the learning experience she has with this school. I can understand the frustration of some parents about the recent changes that the school experienced, however I am also confident that these changes will bring better outcome too. The school earned an accreditation despite the changes and that speaks a lot. On a personal note, I would choose this set up than public elementary school where ratio is somewhere between 20-25:1 (student:teacher) vs 2:1 at HCA. If I am looking for quality education and experience for my granddaughter, I am still going for HCA.

Never seen a school environment where the parents and teachers giving 200% involvement on the sake…read moreof our future leaders. Everyone knows each other children. A very save environment. A small community has its potential. At least I see it from my niece. Due to low enrollment, 1 teacher teaches 2 grade students. Being in the kindergarten last year, she was exposed listening or learning the 1st grade work. Now, she is in 1st grade. It's just the 2nd week of the school year, she did 1st grade homework all on her own.

My son's Kinder year was terrible. His teacher was so disorganized they even brought in another…read moreteacher to assist, which also didnt help as she was just disorganized as the first one. His current 2nd grade has also been bad. His teacher left in October, kept pushing her return just to not come back at all. His class has been covered with substitute teachers. I signed him up for an afterschool program only for them to tell me they had no room, however the afterschool program made sure to charge me the registration fee and weekly fee.

John Muir is a wonderful school. The principal, Dr. Frances Dunleavy, is warm and caring...I've…read morenever seen a school principal as involved as she is. Every morning she is out greeting the kids (ALL she knows by name) and parents. She will stop and take the time to speak with anyone who has a suggestion or concern. AND she goes to all school functions. Besides that, she is a fun person with a great personality. The parents are very friendly...you always feel welcome there. I honestly wasn't expecting the other parents to be so involved and so nice to be around. This makes you want to go to all functions because you know you will have a blast. I can't speak for all teachers...but the kids I know all seem happy with their teachers. MY sons kindegarten teacher is top notch in my book! Mrs. Claussen has a wonderful way of being warm and loving with the kids and at the same time, is no pushover and the kids respect her for that. She has a great sense of humor and a wonderful teaching style. There's my 2 cents (more like 80 cents!) If you are deciding whether to have your child attend John Muir, please call Dr. Dunleavy and schedule a tour, you will not be disappointed.