We're really thankful for this school. We have a junior and a senior, and overall, it's been a…read moregreat experience for both of them. The teachers and staff are kind, and the new principal, Mr. Redemer, has been very approachable and easy to talk to. Anytime we've had a concern, it's been taken seriously and addressed. No school is perfect, but for our family, the Christ-centered focus and values have made the extra cost worth it.

Admin allows predators to continue working there with no consequences. Their reputation matters…read moremore to them than the safety of children. Your children are safer at a public school.

As good as it gets! Went to parent teacher night and got to…read moremeet all of my daughters teachers and they are so up to date on all of the different ways to communicate with the parents to ensure your students succeed. Really nice teachers and really nice campus. My poor kid has to walk so much because the campus is HUGE!!!!

The administration is terrible, and the communication to students and staff during emergencies is…read moreextremely poor. While some teachers are amazing, some aren't very good and will single out students that they dislike. The administration tends to brush things under the rug and forget about them. I would not recommend this school at all.

My interactions with Principal Rogers have been really positive. I appreciate the staff and…read moreteachers. The school has a wonderful garden project. This is a wonderful school and I'm glad for it in Castro Valley.

I loved Marshall elementary for my children! it's a great school, great teachers! The only thing I…read morereally hate about this school is that god awful Libby Hendricks that works up in the office. She is disgustingly disrespectful. I hated dealing with her and her funky attitude.

If You Are Looking For A Great Program..... This Is A Great Spot In Hayward. My Child Goes Here And…read moreHas A Fabulous Teacher (Who Is Also A Family Friend). I Love My Child And Education Is So Important. So If You Are In South Hayward, This Is A Great Public Environment.

Recommend this place if you just moved to the area and city.Very clean and organized schoolread more

My kid has been there for half year and I am glad to see him building a good study habit which he…read moredid not get from school. Also the tutors know how to work with him so his attitude is positive and being a good learner at PEL. The director Mr. Lawrence knows how the students perform, their strengths and weaknesses. Also Mr. Lawrence is happy to join a school teacher conference and being helpful. Highly recommended!

When I first came to PEL Tutoring, my son Ayden was in kindergarten. I noticed he was struggling…read morewith the school curriculum and had a hard time staying seated for long periods of time. I shared my concerns with Mr. Lawrence about the challenges we were facing both at school and at home. He reassured me not to worry and said he would help my son. In the beginning, Ayden struggled a lot. He couldn't stay in his chair for even five minutes without getting up. Mr. Lawrence took the time to have a serious talk with him about the importance of focusing and doing his work. Throughout the process, Mr. Lawrence was patient and understanding of what Ayden was going through. He truly cared. Over time, he became like an extra father figure not only to Ayden but to many of the kids at PEL Tutoring. Mr. Lawrence and his wife genuinely care about the well-being of the children in their program. In just the last few months, my son has improved so much. I 100% stand by PEL Tutoring -- it is absolutely worth it.

I have been fond of Roosevelt for quite some time and have attended several events they have held…read more I love the unity of the parents and their children. My children do not attend but am looking to see how they can come to an awesome school

One of the better public elementary schools in the area…read more Both teachers and local parents are involved with the school and the education of the children.

I've been compelled to write this review for a while-- my daughter has been with iBest since…read morebeginning of this school year and I only have great things to say! My daughter has been learning progressively through iBest's curriculum and enrichment courses and I truly think that her public school education alone would not get her to where she is now. She often recites or sings what she learned here, which goes to show how much she enjoys the learning process. I always feel confident knowing that her after school teachers are helping her learn beyond her school curriculum and setting her up for academic success. I'm often busy to check her homework but when I do, I'm amazed at how much she has learned within a few weeks. In addition to their academic program, I really appreciate the staff's genuine care. Jessica, Annie, Yiping, and Lan-- they are all great and superb with their communication in-person, via email, or phone. I can feel that they prioritize the safety and well-being of my child, for example, by calling me to double confirm if someone picked her up from school when they heard from their driver that I had texted for no pick-up that day. Also, I'm not sure how they keep up with the details but they somehow manage to remember what she brought to school that day (stuffed doll, what type of outerwear - jacket/cardigan, her water bottle, etc). They also check to make sure my kid finished her packed lunch at school; if not they help heat it up for her to finish. Lastly, I'm sure working parents would be thrilled to know that iBest has been really great about opening and offering childcare on days that public schools (randomly) close. They are open pretty much all year with the exception of major holidays. This is our first year of public school and I've heard from other working parents about the complexity of finding multiple weekly summer programs- but I'm so grateful that iBest provides all of this. It brings every parent a peace of mind!

My daughter has been with iBest for more than one year since Transitional Kindergarten. It was…read moretough for a little kid to transit from a preschooler to an elementary student, and to stay in the school until almost 6pm for parents' pickup. IBest made it a smooth transition for my daughter. They offer plenty of activities and books. Small classes bring a lot attention to each student. They teach advanced stuff outside the public school curriculum. Specially designed Chinese class and math class are included in the tuition. I get to meet the teacher whenever request and communicate about my child's performance. The staff also watch the little kids closely to make sure they finish their lunch and drink plenty of water, which is a big release for me. We fully trust the teachers and staff there to take care our kid. The only problem is, my daughter doesn't want to go home when I pick her up :)

My son is entering his senior year at California Crosspoint Academy . I have been throughly…read moreimpressed by the faculty and staff of this school and their commitment and dedication not only to providing a quality education , but to the students also . I have found the teachers and staff accessible and always willing to help the students learn, especially students who may have difficulties . The environment at the school is always respectful and positive . The students are happy with all the academic, sports and social opportunities that the school offers. Finally, I would also point out that the new school facilities are excellent , and adds to the educational experience . We LOVE the school!

**"**As a former student who attended this school with my two brothers from 2019 to 2023, our…read moreexperience was incredibly isolating and painful. Within our first few weeks after transferring, my older high school brother was called the N-word by a fellow student. As middle schoolers, my other brother and I had to witness that, while constantly feeling a heavy, quiet hostility from parents who didn't want us to be friends with their kids just because we were among the few Black faces in the room. The students were mostly passive, but the constant microaggressions about my hair and the casual, stereotype-driven biases made it exhausting to just exist there. After George Floyd's murder, the school put on a performance of having conversations about American racism, but it felt empty--they did absolutely nothing to actually protect or support the few Black students they already had. I wouldn't wish the loneliness and anxiety of my time there on anyone. I am profoundly grateful to the few staff members who genuinely cared and tried to protect us after my brother was called a slur. But I fear nothing has truly changed, and I refuse to stay silent while another Black or minority student risks going through the same pain we did. I expect a response to this review, and I am entirely open to a direct dialogue with the superintendent to discuss how the school actually plans to fix this culture.