I tried to sign in to the church site and it was noted my email was not recognized or my name…read more Additionally; 12 July bulletin did not note our July birthdays. Do we need to do something more? Phelps, Ken an Dolly (Pia)

I am very thankful for this school. The principal and staff have been very helpful and responsive…read moreto us and our child is learning in a Christian environment.

I pulled my kids from a popular, very expensive, private school in Suffolk & enrolled them here…read more Best decision too. They have grown spiritually & academically & are being thought by teachers who truly care & love the kids without any bias. Each time I visit the school, I see happy children everywhere & that tells me a lot. I'm loving it so far & my testimony has made 2 other families I know to enroll their kids here & they have no regrets as well. I highly recommend this place, if you are looking for a nurturing, friendly, love filled, academic environment to school your kids.

I am disappointed with how this daycare/school handled my child's potty accident…read more I fully understand that we have responsibility as parents to provide extra clothes, and I can acknowledge that we should have had backup clothes available. That part is on us. However, young children have accidents, especially when they are adjusting to a new environment, and I was shocked by how the situation was handled. I received a call telling me that my child had an accident and that I needed to bring shorts or pants because they were currently only in their shirt. I was also told that if I could not bring clothes, my child would remain without pants. That is the part I cannot accept. A childcare facility should still have a basic contingency plan for situations like this. No child should be left exposed, embarrassed, or without proper clothing because there are no backup options available. Even when a parent forgets something, the child's dignity and comfort should remain the priority. What makes this even more concerning is that since starting at this school, my child's confidence and self-esteem seem to have changed. They have started saying things like, "I don't use my listening ears. I never do," and "I'm a bad kid." As a parent, that is heartbreaking to hear. Children should be corrected and redirected with patience and care, not in a way that makes them internalize shame or feel like they are bad. A potty accident should be handled privately, calmly, and respectfully. It should never become something that adds to a child's embarrassment or affects how they see themselves. As a parent, it was incredibly stressful to receive that call and feel like my child's dignity was not being protected. I hope the school reviews its policy on potty accidents, backup clothing, and how children are spoken to when they are struggling or adjusting.

Parent pick up is always a breeze. Love the organization and the attention to detail from the staff…read more Education at this school is top notch... they even have their own farm with animals to teach the littles. Love it

It's really good I'm in 5th grade and the teachers there are nice they have cool stuff at PE if…read moreyour me I would put your kid in this school!

Coming to this school I was already worried due to the reviews alone (that they now have turned…read moreoff). As a parent of a child with a disability, I am deeply concerned about the way Hermitage elementary school has handled my son's right to access education. Since August 25, 2025, my son has been denied safe transportation to and from school despite repeated requests and documentation from his doctors. On multiple occasions, I provided photos, videos, and medical notes showing why the assigned bus stop was unsafe. The elemenatry school has refused alternate transportation options and admitted at one IEP meeting that cost was the reason, even though IDEA does not allow affordability as a reason to deny accommodations. I requested interim educational services (such as homebound or virtual, sending work home) while transportation is resolved, but these were also denied. As a result, my son has been out of school since September 3, 2025, with no access to his education. At my son's IEP meetings, staff often omitted my concerns, changed documentation, or fabricated records in Prior Written Notices. In one case, they started the IEP meeting without me present & continued when I requested to end & leave. The school also sent a social worker and threatened unenrollment of my children after I began filing complaints -- which I believe is retaliatory. They also Moved my other child around to different buses without prior notice or clarification of where they'd be at and didn't want to clarify regardless of my safety concerns and principal urged social worker involvement again. That same child that is also identified gifted btw who always had ap/p when transferred to this school got dps on report card with no explanation and no response to why in the same categories that had ap/p prior at other school in the same district. Every child is entitled to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) under federal law, but VBCPS hermitage elementary school has failed to meet that obligation in my son's case. Families deserve transparency, accountability, and equal treatment -- not stonewalling, discrimination, and retaliation. I am currently pursuing my case with the Virginia Department of Education, OCR, and more because this situation has gone too far. They unlawfully unenrolled my child.. Parents should not have to fight this hard just for their child to have safe access to school. What makes matters worse is the mistreatment of African American students/families, compared the high proximity of Caucasian students. If you are an African American family especially one with a disabled child, you need to look into the other schools this by far from my experience is the worst. I do not recommend this school at all.

As a student here, it's a good school. Teachers are really nice, and good education…read more I'm about to go to 5th grade, and I am honestly excited. I never see bullies. Spacious. Great teachers! Would recommend.

This school is ranked very high in the Virginia Beach School District. We have a child attending…read morefirst grade this year. So far, the staff in the office and in the classroom has been friendly and helpful. It is an older school in need of upgrades, but overall it seems to be a very nice elementary school. My only complaint would be that my 1st grader eats lunch at 10:40am and then does not get snack in the afternoon. That is too early for lunch. So he goes 4 hours with no food and he is starved by the time I pick him up in the afternoon. I would love to see them change this.

This school is a great atmosphere for children. Teachers care about their students! In Home…read moreschool Unlimited students get the individual attention they need for success. There so many extracurricular activities that appeal to children, again small groups where they can participate and succeed. My experiences include first grade and sewing classes.

Just attended mommy & me and music school for the first time this morning with my 15 month old…read moredaughter. She had an excellent time, and I can tell that she will learn a lot as we continue classes. Thanks Virginia!

Very sketchy place. They don't have a lot of staff who are actually experts in Early Childhood…read moreEducation. Mrs. Valentina has a bachelors in linguistics and is the Lead Teacher? I find that odd and weird. All this money this daycare wants you to pay yet it is troubling that someone in such a critical early education role does not hold a degree in Early Childhood Education. The Goddard School is not simply a time for play--it is a foundational academic daycare that supports essential cognitive, social, and emotional development. Educators in this space should have specialized training in early childhood development, instructional strategies for young learners, and knowledge of age-appropriate curriculum standards. A degree in Linguistics, while valuable, does not provide the pedagogical framework or developmental understanding required to teach effectively at this level. This situation raises concerns about the standards being upheld in early learning environments. Recognizing someone as "Teacher of the Year" who lacks a degree in Early Childhood Education not only undermines the value of that credential but also sends the message that passion alone qualifies one to lead a classroom. Passion is important--but it must be paired with relevant, formal education to ensure children receive the quality instruction they deserve.

Our son was born just before the Covid pandemic started in 2020, this left us with a lack of…read moreoptions for childcare and also a big sense of unease about sending our baby to daycare/preschool. It took me almost a year to build up the courage to send him and in the summer of 2021 he started at Goddard. Now it's the summer of 2022 and both of our children attend Goddard. Our son is a little timid in large groups and likes to play independently, in each class his "style" has been respected. We get regular updates on his days and when a little extra attention is needed from us, his teachers have been gracious enough to help us reinforce positive behaviors at home. He loves his school and his teachers, every day he has a "great day" (his words). Navigating school and childcare in the post-pandemic has not been easy but we are always thankful and appreciative of the communication and cautiousness that Goddard places on the safety of the students and teachers. I would encourage any family looking for daycare/preschool to explore Goddard!

BMS was our daughter's home away from home for many years! We were lucky to get a spot and graduate…read moreKindergarten with Mrs. Hobbs! My kiddo was beyond prepared for first grade as a result of their quality education. The staff are caring and skilled in working with children of all needs and abilities. My daughter never had one "bad day" there, always came out smiling! Several of their teachers have a great deal of longevity as well, which speaks to high quality. The school is child-centered, clean, well-kept, and updated with themed learning materials often! I can also personally attest to knowing how much time and care the Owners and Directors put into training their staff! I have witnessed the staff not only be trained in the required social services licensing areas, but also in child-centered behavioral and emotional health practices to enhance their overall teaching responsibilities with children from all walks of life. The Directors also care for their staff and provide thoughtful team-building and moral activities. If you are looking for a place for your child to feel happy, safe, and loved, then Bellamy Manor or any Manor School is the place to be! -Sally, Manor School supporter since 2015

Bellamy Manor was everything we could have hoped for and more for our young child. The team was so…read morewelcoming from day one, they made our child feel loved, cared for, and taught her so much. My husband and I felt so at ease with our child in the care of the Bellamy manor team. We will be returning again next summer and plan to bring our second child once they are old enough. This place and the people are incredible!