Our two kids who are now 3 and 5 years old have attended Meher since they were 2 years old. Our…read morelove for the school was truly put to the test when the Altadena campus (and also our home) burned down in the Eaton fire earlier this year. We had a choice to make whether we wanted to continue on, meaning a much longer commute and many more hours each day away from our little ones so they could attend the other campus in Monterey park. We made the right decision to stay with Meher. The school went above an beyond to wrap around its impacted families during this crisis. When we were displaced we were even invited into a zoom class room so the kids could stay connected to their classmates. They did not fall behind, and had a loving environment to return to when we came home. We trust their approach to normal misbehavior and conflict between kids, and the kids trust that when they are there their needs are met. The structure is comforting for them and the lessons engaging. We love that the school has a loving and professional approach to child development. We feel there is a real investment in our kids learning how to do things on their own, which we have noticed contributes to their confidence and eagerness to discover and learn. The teaching staff is well versed and continuously learning how to be great teachers. It is not "childcare" it is truly school in a way that sets the kids up for confidence and success. We feel lucky to be part of this community and after looking at other options, are clear this is the right place for our little ones.

Our daughter has been attending Meher Montessori for a year now. It's a wonderful community with…read moreamazing staff. Our daughter is learning how to be more independent and we love how hands on the Montessori curriculum is.

We transfered here from another Catholic school that was lacking academic excellence, compassion…read moreand faith filled environment; located in the ELA area as well. OLG is what every Catholic School should strive to be. Yes its not a powerhouse school that everyone is fighting to enroll their children in but maybe it should be. My daughter has improved academically and her faith formation has grown too. I am not sure why we waited this long to leave the other school but I am glad we ended up at OLG. The principal, the teachers and the secretary are kind, compassionate and helpful. The room patents are very helpful too. Thank you OLG for being you!!

OLG is a private, school located in the heart of East Los Angeles. My son has been attending since…read more1st grade and thus far this school has been very attentive. I have been extremely happy with our experience. Great learning environment, one of the best in town. The educational staff is passionate about what they do and strive to provide all students with the best experience to meet their needs and succeed in class, as well as life. Highly recommend OLG!

I wanted to take a moment to say what an incredible experience we've had with the staff and faulty…read moreat Oneonta Montessori. We put our kiddos there in April 2021 during the pandemic which was a tough decision given the times. However, the staff and Ms. Fiona made us feel at ease and assured us of their safety. They attended Oneonta for three years ending their time their more than ready for first grade. As a result, our kids are more than prepared for first grade. Anytime we had a concern all of the faculty addressed them with care, empathy and concern. I truly felt we had a partnership with everyone there at our school. While every child is different, I know that our kiddos thrived there and are looking forward to coming back for summer camp in 2025! Thank you to everyone for giving our children a strong foundation to start on their academic journey!

We moved from the valley to Alhambra, and this school was the first school I inquired about when…read moreenrolling my kids starting preschool and kindergarten. My kids came from a Montessori school and I wanted to continue the same curriculum. My kids had such an incredible experience at Oneonta and are still there! As a mother of 3 kiddos, I loved that all the teachers knew the kiddos names right away and would communicate frequently via the dojo app, whether they were photos of their activities, classes, and even events when my husband and I couldn't make it to an event at school. From Ms. Theresa to Ms. Vangie, Ms. Carol, and Ms. Maryann, plus Ms. Fiona and Ms. Christina, it's been easy to communicate with them throughout my kids' education. They offer the STEM program and knowing that my kids are being taught these subjects will help them prepare for middle school and up. Coming from a catholic school and public school background, I was impressed by what the school had to offer with the activities/field trips/science fairs/math and spelling bees, plus a fun summer program! It's sad to know that my daughter will be leaving as soon as she finishes 5th grade, but I'm glad my kids have that foundation from Oneonta. :)

It's hard to even know where to begin! Farmdale Elementary is such an important part of our…read morecommunity, and my child is so happy here--thriving academically and has made so many sweet friends! Our new principal, Mrs. Maldonado, is excellent as is all of the administrative staff. At Farmdale you'll find teachers that have walked the halls for decades, creating a rich, vibrant, friendly culture and incredible learning experience for our kids. I currently have a third grader at Farmdale and my second child will be joining her as a Hawk next year! Friends, please don't be fooled by the Great Schools scores - - they are meaningless trash. If you live in El Sereno, do yourself and your child a favor and just tour this school!

I am so proud to be a Farmdale parent. My son who is now in high school has taken AP classes in…read morehis freshman year. I give credit to the teachers, the dual language and IB programs for my sons success. The teachers are exceptional. Very knowledgeable, caring and patient. I have enrolled my younger son, who is in 2nd grade now and i am very happy with his performance.

Searching for a school for the first time ever was emotionally exhausting, with so many options…read more(academic, financial, values, etc), but after meeting with ASCS staff for the first time you immediately feel at ease. The entire staff is welcoming, caring and energetic! The small classes, family-like feel and religious values are carried across their classrooms, annual family events and organized community events. The attention and education my child is receiving is amazing and I am so grateful this has been his school experience thus far. He is constantly challenged, encouraged to learn and grow daily - no wonder he wishes to stay here until 8th grade!

All Saints is the best school I sent both my kids to. Teachers are very good and treated my boys…read morevery well. If my. Kids needed 1 on 1 help they received it. Classes are small and easy for the kids to get the attention needed. I have to also say the principal Mrs. Palermo is amazing, she always has a welcoming smile and makes time to talk to you or just say hello. I highly recommend All Saints school in El Sereno.

We have been parishioners at Holy Family since 2010. My oldest had his first year in TK and it has…read morebeen such a wonderful experience! He loves going to school. I am always able to communicate with his teachers. They have such a great variety of classes they offer the kids and I feel so safe having him there. We love holy family and are looking forward to more years to come.

Heartfelt community, but some transparency gaps!…read more I visited Holy Family four times and loved seeing the joyful, engaged students and the peaceful atmosphere of Sunday Mass. There's a lot of heart here, but as a single mom, I want to share a few tips for other parents considering this school: * Ratios vs. Reality: While online stats say 13:1, that's not true. TK class of 20 and class of 35 beginning in 1st grade. There is an aide and teacher per grade level. It's a significant jump from the "official" numbers listed on niche and other sites describing this school with small classroom sizes. * The Assessment: My 3-year-old was interviewed alone in a small room; a tough separation if you aren't expecting it. * Transparency: Between a 3-hour Sunday commitment (Mass plus tour), 2 hr weekday school tour, a weekday interview on a different date than the tour, and the $125 fee, I wish there was more clarity on actual spot availability upfront instead of "we encourage you to apply right away." Ultimately, my child wasn't accepted which was a blessing in disguise (we found a welcoming Catholic school to start his TK adventure in the fall). The rejection letter cited "fit," and while it encouraged us to resubmit next year, I didn't consider this a viable option. It felt a bit dismissive to ask a family to repeat such a time-intensive, costly process without any feedback on what "fit" actually meant or what would change next time. I'm sharing this so other families can ask the right questions before diving in. Wishing the HFCS community all the best!

We're approaching our 1 year anniversary with Mathnasium. In a desperate attempt to support our…read morestruggling freshman in high school, I found Mathnasium. He was significantly behind throughout middle School math- school diagnostic tests never showed improvement and math homework was a nebulous task. After a year at Mathnasium, he's improved 3 grade levels at the middle of the year mark, and finally another 2 grade levels by the end of his freshman year which placed him "at grade level". This experience has exceeded our expectations and I cry thinking about how much he dreaded math just a year ago. We are hopeful he will continue to grow with the support of Mathnasium. We are deeply appreciative of the amazing tutors and Ms. Chloe very much!

My daughter has been going to Mathnasium class once a week for the last few months. I have noticed…read moreimprovement in her math and also willingness to do math problems and in her skills. The staff keep us updated with her progress and working towards goals. They keep the students motivated. Everyone is friendly and professional.

As a fellow alumni and now a parent of a dual language kindergartner at Bushnell way, I couldn't be…read morehappier. The school, the program and the staff have been more than I ever expected. My son has a wonderful teacher that truly cares about the children and their education. Mrs. Ryan is loving and enthusiastic about the program and the success of her students. The principal, Mrs. Narvaez, is approachable, caring and fully involved in all aspects of the school. This has been a great start to my child's academic journey.