I think it's hilarious that kids are rating their high school…read more This was actually the school I was zoned for, but I ended up testing into a different one. It's in a quiet neighborhood down on Shore Road, and I actually got to visit for the first time as my early polling location for the mayoral race. Setup was good, lots of signs and arrows, and it was a quick in and out from the gym. Lots of street parking as well.

Teachers are very clear (most anyway) and the work isnt a overload. the kids are a mix and you…read morecannot expect something from them. overall it is 4 stars because i js dont like it

We are so grateful to LEAP and the entire team for taking such wonderful care of Maya and…read moresupporting her growth throughout this year. We have seen so much progress in her, and I strongly believe that the warm, kind, family-like environment at LEAP helped her feel comfortable and open up with time. I am so grateful that LEAP has created such a wonderful community. Through LEAP, I have also had the opportunity to meet so many kind and like-minded families, which has been such a gift. Thank you for creating a place where children can feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow. We are truly grateful for the kindness, care, and hard work of the entire team.

Due to circumstances outside of my control this was where I went to middle school, and I wouldn't…read morehave wanted it any other way. The teachers and students are some of the friendliest and most supportive people I've ever met, and I've made lifelong friends here. I wholeheartedly believe that the way they educate their students is miles more effective than any "real" school on the island. When I came into Leap I was behind in school, but a year or two later I was well on my way to being above my level and I have Maria, George and the rest of the teachers here to thank for that. While it's expensive, it's worth it for the things your kid will learn and the friends they'll make.

I was so nervous when my first child started school and we had an amazing experience there. All the…read moreteachers and paras I have come across, are so friendly and attentive. I was shocked to see the staff members of other classes greet my child by their name. The general staff members (site coordinators and office staff members) know all the children's names and greet them and dismiss them. One time my brother in law came with me for pickup and he was holding my child's hand, he was stopped because the staff did not recognize him and I came and said I was here with them. The staff is very attentive. They built such a great phonics foundation for my child that they were reading on a first grade level in kindergarten. I live on the other side of the island but I am so satisfied with this school, I am sending my second child there was well. My second child was always greeted by the staff during drop off and pick up. I was nervous about my second one starting 3k but my second child is so comfortable there, I am definitely returning. Love this school so much! Please note if you are unhappy with the school or any school, you have the power to pull your child out. You are the parent/guardian of your child, they are still too young to speak up for themselves. You are their voice.

Allow me to preface this by saying there are a few teachers and Paras there that are friendly and…read moreseem to genuinely care about the kids but there isn't an aspect of this school that isn't disorganized and unprofessional. It was a school year of just stress and worry. My child isn't fully potty trained as of yet and needs pull ups changed, they would change her but one day she came home with a latex glove stuck in her pants leg. I was fuming because that was a choking hazard if she had found it before I did. They were apologetic but said my kid was wiggly during changing . A s**t excuse to turn around and blame a toddler. It's hard to say who actually changed her that time because there are a lot of different Paras that rotate between classes but it's a reflection of the whole school for me. Early this spring my child was out sick .As a precaution I had her at the pediatrician for a viral screen for COVID and RSV and a got a letter that she was negative and cleared to return to school on a specific date. When she returned on that date the nurse called saying she has a runny nose and wanted to know why she was out sick and if she had a seen a Dr. I said there was note in her backpack from her MD. He hadn't even seen it and said the teachers didn't even tell him about it. So in theory I could have returned her to school without any documentation that she was cleared since no one was looking or reporting it to the medical room. She could have returned with any number of viruses. When I asked the staff about it they blamed the nurse and the nurse blamed the teachers, just passing the responsibility off each other. When they would call to ask about her absence they would ask me to get a note but never asked me before she entered the school in the morning . No wonder my child was sick every other week . The mornings were stressful, the staff rushes the kids into the school, when they told me they line up at a certain time it actually meant they went upstairs at the time ,not a minute later, there were a few times when a para took my child's hand and whisked her away without a chance for me to even say goodbye to her, very strange. This occurred even in mild weather so it wasn't just to avoid exposing the children to freezing weather. Once ( while 9 months pregnant ) I was walking towards the gate with her and a staff member yelled out with an attitude - my child's name- "we're waiting for you!" . It was just rude and mean to assume my child would understand and to also expect me to run across the lot with her while super pregnant. It's a shame , avoid avoid avoid .

Great program .Both my kids attend Smiles Around Us and i"m very happy with all the progress that…read morethey are having. Great leadership, great place.

My child has been at Smiles Around Us/Southfield Institute for several years. All I can say is that…read moremy child is enjoying being at school daily. Teachers are very attentive and do care about students. The school uses challenging curriculum that allows my child to be at a level he is. Small classes really help as teachers have an opportunity to teach and make sure students understand what is being taught. Additionally, school offers free clubs weekly for children to explore their interests.

My children have been attending OLGCA since early 2000's . Currently my daughter Sophia is a 7th…read moregrader, class treasurer & has been part of this family since Pre K, my eldest graduated in 2010. OLGCA is not just a school, its a family. If you want to send your child somewhere they can learn, feel loved and come away with more then just an education, this is the place. I promise you will not be sorry. The school has everything you could ask for and your child will make the best friends and relationships possible. The parents and teachers are involved together and most importantly your child is not only receiving a top notch education they are gaining confidence and they are not just a face in a crowd. The tuition is very reasonable and they will work with you if needed. I HIGHLY recommend coming to the school and seeing for yourself, once you visit, u will be hooked. The school goes from Nursery to 8th grade, offers after school and plenty of clubs and programs. Check out the website and also the page on facebook and Instagram to see all the wonderful things they offer. Give them a call, speak to Mrs Silvery, shes the best there is and will walk you through the process. Your childs education and early years are the most important thing in the world, this si the right choice by far.

Castleton Hill is a wonderful preschool. Such fond memories of the teachers and staff. It is a…read morenurturing environment. Still friends with families that we met 10 years ago. If the school had gone from K through 8, We would've stayed in a heartbeat. They provided learning through play in a nurturing Christian environment.

I saw a major improvement on my 2 kids reading level, as well as thier math problem solving. I've…read morebeen to other learning centers and they mostly just have young teenagers or less qualified teacher just do basic homework help. In Chang's the instructors have Degree's from Columbia University, and have shown a highly qualified standard of teaching my kids to go beyond thier grade level. Thank you, they have given my kids an excellent opportunity to succeed. Btw theres two learning centers they have on the same area, I think one is for high school and the other other is for grade school level. That's great, since it will keep the older kids from disrupting the younger kids learning. Another thing, they very much proven to me that deserve 5 stars and I wholeheartedly hope they will continue thier level of excellence.

Sadly this educational institution is not a the best place to send students. Over the summer the…read morestudents were packed in a tiny room all day. They were not provided with any materials-- my child told me they would not give her a piece of construction paper. They have no resources other than a worksheet. The teachers must pay and provide their own supplies for science projects. That is not how a good educational institution is run. Also, my daughter told me that they are only allowed to take sips of water out of small cups. That is not right. I hope the owners figure it out because that is not a way to treat students, especially students who pay tuition

This was my elementary school when I was younger. It was great back then and it still is a great…read moreschool. Great staff, great teachers who pour into your life. Very involved with the community and giving back.