Phenomenal learning institution. The investment in the children here is top notch. 100% graduation…read morerate. And best of all kids are prepared for college. Love this school .

Wonderful school with amazing opportunities and a kind, inclusive community. We are so pleased.read more

SHPC as it is affectionately known is a great place to explore and deepen one's faith. It truly is…read morea place where everyone is welcome and the variety of classes offered appeal to those just beginning their faith journey as well as those deepening it. There are ministries for children, youth, young adults, adults, and senior adults caring for ALL of God's people. Come join us and feel the welcoming nature.

I have been going to this church for about 5 years now. I shopped around for other churches and…read morefinally landed at this one. The staff is friendly and they don't really seem like staff, they actually feel more like people who just want to be your friend and share good information with you. I was baptized at this church after having a love hate relationship with religion and even went on to getting married here. The place is beautiful, the sanctuary is very nice and they do not shy away from computer screens, projectors and videos made exclusively by the kids and adults to share faith in a techno savvy or just spiritual encapsulating way. They have 3 main pastors here and its great having the chance to talk with all of them and hear about all of them when they get up to preach. They even have a little time they like to call, "Family Meeting Time" when the pastor pulls up a chair and you actually get to hear the life of the church, what they are doing, what they need, what they are lacking in and where even the church is putting their money. Its very inclusive. Their programs for kids are fantastic, they have the normal Wednesday night thing going on called TRUE. They say "God is always TRUE" and they have core beliefs that they share with the kids to make sure they know what truly is important and then of course they get to play and pray a bit. The leader of the youth program here is not what you expect, in a very awesome good way. They have plenty of leaders there helping make sure faith is kindled and fun is had. Mike, the leader of True Student Ministries is energetic, tech savvy and an absolute joy to witness both while preaching and witnessing the youth program. Thankfully enough he also has some young staff in there helping out as well doing a fantastic job in the process.

This is a review for the Dell Performing Arts Center at St. Andrew's Episcopal School - A Hidden…read moreGem! (5/5) We didn't even know this place existed, but what a pleasant surprise! The Dell Performing Arts Center is a small, cozy theater with great views of the stage from every seat. The intimate setting made for a wonderful experience. Parking was convenient, with a lot right in front of the theater and overflow parking available. Check-in for the show was smooth and hassle-free, and there's even a concession stand before you enter. The audio quality was excellent, making every performance clear and engaging. Overall, a fantastic venue for performances--well-organized, comfortable, and a great addition to Austin's arts scene!

St. Andrew's is the WORST Episcopal school in ATX. The teachers are horrible, especially that…read moreAWFUL English teacher, Kay Hart, who was there, back in the day. She forced the kids in our family to read material that was disturbing and inappropriate. They should have had a better principal, or HR team, that could have prevented this. The science teachers, Stephanie Jenkins and Anne Donovan, were also lousy, and they seemed to resent the very attractive students. Perhaps, this was because they were not attractive, themselves. Please keep your children clear of this place. Thank you, and God bless!

100000 stars!! There aren't enough words to say how AMAZING this school is!!! Athena is a special,…read moremagical gem and we feel so absolutely lucky to have found it. The teachers and the atmosphere just radiate peace and positivity. The quality of education is incredible. My son turned 5 yesterday and is already about to start reading!! The amount of personal attention and care each student receives is incredible. My second child is about to "walk through the gates of life" this May and head to kindergarten.. I am honestly heartbroken to not go there everyday anymore lol! We have had a child there for the past 5 years and if I could keep them there forever, I would! We have had the honor to get to know Ms. Alex, Ms. Jazmin and Ms. Morgan over the years and these women are absolutely INCREDIBLE! They have huge hearts and really LOVE what they do, and it shows!! They have a magic way of connecting, communicating and relating to the kids. We are so THANKFUL for the values and knowledge they have bestowed in our children that will shape who they become forever!! We love each of you so much!! My kids made me promise to always take them back to say hello as they grow...that speaks volumes in my book. Athena is a purely magical place!

We have been blown away by our experience with Athena. The support and caring from the staff has…read morebeen amazing. Our son has flourished at the school. The growth from August until now has been exponential on all fronts. He is more independent, communicating more and becoming a member of his classroom community. The other parents as well have created a lovely community and support system as well. My husband and I didn't realize just how lucky we were to get a spot in the school!

This is a fairly conservative leaning church. Music is contemporary. The people are very nice,…read morefriendly people. There are two services held, one in English and another in Spanish. Pastor Wyles conducts services in English, and Pastor Flores (bi-lingual) conducts services in Spanish. [Sometimes services are combined bi-lingual services.] Sunday school is at 9:00 am; the main service starts at 10:15 am. A nursery is provided. Small children are usually dismissed part-way through the service for children's church. There is an active youth group for teens. This church also has a food pantry ministry. This is not a very large church, but it is a vibrant one. In very little time it is possible to feel very connected here. Of course part of getting connected is up to you, but the pastors and the members do a good job of reaching out and being welcoming and friendly. To learn more about the nazarene denomination, see http://nazarene.org

From the owner: We have a free Food Pantry on Mondays from 9:30-11:30am except holidays.read more

Luis and I moved to Austin from Houston on July 14, 2017. We have been married by our Catholic…read moreFaith since January 24,1981. As soon as we were settled down, we look for a Catholic Church where we would feel welcomed and peaceful. We searched, and finally, our daughter took me to St Catherine of Siena and we are so grateful to God and to her. We love it. In Houston, we were parishioners at Saint Mathew The Evangelist Catholic Church located in Hollister Road, for many, many years and, needles to say, we were very happy there. St Catherine of Siena is so beautiful, but the thing that we like the most, is Rev. Patrick Coakley's sermons. They are straight to the point and he tells it like it is. On our adult life, we have never, ever, as a couple, enjoyed and touched by other homilies, as we are now. He talks about current events and how we are behaving as human beings. He teaches us the gospel values and emphasizes that is never to late to straighten our lives. Little by little, we are becoming more involved in St Catherine of Siena's community outreach and mission. Deacon Jesse Casares was so helpful when he provided me with the application to become parishioners. I will never forget his welcoming smile and his joy. Gracias!! The choir is splendid and we enjoy the music, the lyrics and their voices. I thank God for leading us to our new catholic church in this beautiful Austin.

This was the Church we attended when we first moved to Southwest Austin many years ago. It was…read moresuch a special place. The community was a nice mix of loving and caring parishioners. One of the things we missed the most when we moved. In all the churches we have been since, none can compare to St. Catherine's. Something just so magical about it. The wife and I recently attended a mass since we were in the area. It is still the same. The christmas decorations were just right. We were excited to now see a school on site and the expansion of the hall. The saddest part of the visit was not seeing Father Oliver. He is now in heaven. So many fond memories of him as well.

We have been attending Vertias Academy for about 8 years. It has truly been a blessing to be a…read morepart of our children's education and walk this path together. Academically, they set the bar high and continue to evaluate all academic areas to make sure that they are providing the best education each year. My favorite part, there is no distinction between Christianity and academics. Veritas integrates them together beautifully and the result is Christian children with character, values, wisdom, and knowledge. What more can a parent ask for.

From the owner: Veritas Academy is a fully accredited, non-denominational, PreS-12th Grade school in southwest…read moreAustin. Our school is a Classical, Christian, University-Model school. Students are taught the skills of time management and independent study as the University-Model redirects time from school to the family, affirming the parent's role as the primary influence in their children's lives.

My son has been attending Country Home for a few months now. The teachers are all so great with him…read moreand keep him engaged! I was worried about his transition to care outside of mom and dad and they've been so communicative and patient with all of us. I could not recommend this place more. Plus - all the artwork and photos you get make my day!

I highly recommend Country Home in Southwest Austin. It is a wonderful place for children, with an…read moreexcellent curriculum that combines learning and creativity. What stands out the most is the love and understanding that they show for the children and their families.

We had a great 4 years with INIC at their Austin Campus. I always had great communication from the…read moreteachers along the ups and downs that come with raising a baby into a little child, and felt that each teacher went out of their way to have a bond with our kiddo. There was lots of hugs and affection, and we never had any concerns around his safety or academic growth. He loved going to school and would run away from me at pickup time because he wanted to keep playing.

My family was part of the INIC community for nearly four years. I sent both of my daughters there…read moreas infants and previously left a 5-star review. I would have enthusiastically recommended this school. Today, I cannot. The issue is not the teachers. The teachers have been exceptional and are the reason so many families choose this school. Despite years of tuition increases and persistent concerns from teachers and families, the school has not made the investments necessary to retain them. In early March alone, at least 7 teachers left or announced their departures--nearly 20% of the teaching staff by parents' count. Both of my daughters experienced unexpected teacher departures in their classrooms during that same period. For young children, teachers are not interchangeable. They are trusted caregivers and a critical source of stability. When teachers leave, children lose important relationships and families are left helping them navigate yet another transition. During enrollment, families are told classrooms are staffed with a lead teacher, an assistant teacher, and additional flex staff available for coverage. In reality, my oldest daughter's classroom frequently operated at the legal minimum ratio of one teacher for fifteen four-year-olds. Multiple current and former teachers described being unable to reliably use sick days, vacation days, or even take basic bathroom breaks because there was often insufficient coverage available. When a school is staffed so leanly that teachers struggle to meet basic human needs during the day, it raises serious questions about how well both teachers and students are being supported. Teachers reported compensation in the $14-$17/hour range despite bilingual education being one of the school's primary differentiators. Comparable non-bilingual childcare positions in Austin often advertise higher wages. The result is predictable: teachers leave. Children lose stability. Families absorb the consequences. Demand for bilingual childcare in Austin far exceeds supply, and many families have few realistic alternatives once enrolled. Given that reality--and given that tuition has continued to increase year after year--I expected a greater commitment to investing in the teachers and staffing stability that families are ultimately paying for. Parents who attempted to ask questions and advocate for improvements--including efforts to reestablish the PTA--often received little to no response. While our family's relationship with the school ultimately ended following disagreements with leadership about these issues, the concerns described here are based on nearly four years of experience and conversations with numerous current and former teachers and families. The teachers are the school's greatest strength. The challenge is whether the school will make the investments necessary to retain them long enough to provide the stability and continuity that young children deserve.