We are starting our 3rd year at Frostig. The academic growth that my daughter has shown has been…read moreamazing. Her teacher, Mary Frances was able to find the perfect balance of giving her space while strongly encouraging her when the time was right. As a result, she loves school and has become so much more confident. She even likes PE now which has always been difficult for her. She has participated in music recitals and school plays and she is very proud of being a part of these performances. In the past it has been difficult for her navigate through having more than one friend. She has made so many friends at Frostig and has the support she needs when she doesn't know what to do. The social skills program gives her a space to ask questions and gain understanding. People with autism often do want to understand things they just aren't able to on their own. Frostig understands this and gives her the extra help she needs to be successful socially as well.

This is a school that caters to special needs students. I've seen how the teachers interact with…read moreeach student, they are caring and give all of their time and attention to each! I appreciate all of the programs and how they work to fulfill each students individual needs for success! Parking can be tricky around pickup, arrive early to grab a spot!

My son has been going to "Institute for Redesign of Learning" or Almansor Early Ed since he was a…read moreyear and a half (he's now 3) and we LOVE it! My son has special needs and developmental delay and I'm so comfortable leaving him here. He even waves "bye" to me now when I drop him off so I guess he's comfortable too! They have a great shaded playground and do a lot of outdoor play. Nothing but good things to say about the Early Education Center.

Really sad how this place is suppose to help young adults with special needs learn life…read moreexperiences. But yet we have been dealing with the same occurring issues here. Georgina seems to be a real issue, hard to speak with and seem to be very childish. A supervisor that seem to act as if she is a child herself. These are grown adults with autism and yes some can be very difficult to deal with and yet the interaction I would have with this person is just beyond me. I just hope that nobody else is dealing with this with their child or family member that comes here. Plotting kids with special needs against each other is NOT the way to represent your work place.

We worked with Ms. Emma for about a year and a half for my son who was there for early…read moreintervention. From the get-go she would have suggestions and tips on things to work with him at home and they were all so insightfully helpful. She was so keen on sharing that although there were goals to meet, what mattered most was that he would progress. It alleviated so much of my anxiety as a parent. She was always so sweet and so encouraging with him. She is already missed and it hasn't been a week since we've said goodbye. And it would be rude of me not to mention Ms. Justine and Ms. Macarena for always communicating promptly and working with us for makeup sessions. Thank-you ladies!

My 9 year old son has ADHD. He went to Sensory Brain to help him with his 'big feelings' for about…read morea year with great results. Emma is great and helped him learn strategies to deal with his temper outbursts.

Great learning center. You can park across the street or in the lot next to this parking lot that…read morethe facility is in! Easy to find, go up the stairs and through the doors. There's a great waiting area inside or outside there's a courtyard and clean bathrooms to wait. They take your child back, tutor them and bring them back out when the session has ended. Clean, bright, and they do a great job with hiring caring patient staff. I recommend bringing your kid for whatever tutoring needs they may have. Welcoming, comfortable environment.

I took my daughter here for a couple of years. It's a very large commitment of time and money for…read morethe program they put the kids through. They "customize" the program to the child and use a lot of un-scientifically sound programs. Still, we were committed or perhaps desperate to help our child. After all the time and effort, I think what happened is that she just got older, and they called this progress. I don't think it was worth the time and especially the money. Most of the "clinicians" are young college graduates and they are friendly and follow the programs well. They are good people, but I voiced my opinion that I didn't think the program was being effective and wanted to make sure we were on the right track. I was repeatedly told that it was a part of the program and that we'd "see" all the work done as it begins to translate outside of their program at the very end of the program. At the end of the program, I feel like they just "finished" the program because they couldn't justify taking any more of our money and time. At the end we still have major behavior problems and poor grades, etc.

Recently my wife and I made the important decision to seek conservatorship on behalf of our son…read more In this very stressful process we were extremely fortunate to come in contact with Gloria (GPS Law Office). A compassionate human being and a true advocate and professional. Her experience and court demeanor made the proceedings seemless. Her services and or representation are highly recommended.

From the owner: Our office provides legal representation for children with disabilities. We provide assistance…read moreprimarily in the areas of Special Education, Disability Services, and Special Needs Trusts ONLY. We have a deep commitment to helping families within our community and to disability justice.

Something needs to be said about Glen Oaks Elementary School…read more.. To all the staff helping with pickup -- the teachers, aides, cone crew -- please chill out a bit. This is an elementary school, not a prison yard. The energy out there feels tense for no reason. There's a lot of yelling, finger-pointing, and attitude. Kids are small. Parents are just trying to pick them up. It doesn't need to feel so aggressive every day. A smile goes a long way. A calm tone goes a long way. Instead of acting like wardens, try creating a space that actually feels safe and welcoming for the kids. And this isn't just about pickup -- it feels like a bigger issue with how some staff carry themselves. Having a degree or a position doesn't mean people owe you anything. Respect goes both ways. Hopefully the principal takes a look at this and reminds the team: lead with patience, not pressure. These are children. The environment should reflect that. This is an everyday occurrence and a sad experience

A pillar in the community. I hope everyone understands that the Glenoaks Elementary School culture…read moreis extremely welcoming of everyone. They are helpful and caring. The parent organization goes out of their way to to support all children, especially the kids whose parents have to work and who cannot do everything the participating parents do altruistically. Everyone seeks the truth. No one jumps to invalid conclusions. Bliss!

We sent both our now-7-year-old and currently-6-month-old to Almansor Center. It's been phenomenal!…read moreTo clarify, IRL is a large nonprofit that serves adults and children with special needs with a range of services; IRL runs a private elementary school (grades 3-8?) for children with physical and cognitive special needs on site, a site which was formerly a public elementary school; and alongside the Almansor Academy (the private school for special needs) is the Almansor Center / Early Education department. It's for neurotypical and special needs kids. The special needs kids are a small percentage, but I loved that my sons got to spend time with special needs kids who would be placed in a different class in public school. (Nonverbal, vision issues, etc.) This childcare for age 0-4 has almost zero online presence, which is why so few people know about it. But the other review explains how great they are. People from different neighborhoods send their kids. Check them out!

Our son attended Almansor's early education program from when he was one years old until he turned…read morethree, and he loved it there. We left to attend a school closer to us, and on our final day, we were all in tears to say goodbye because that is how much the programs staff and teachers mean to our family. From before our son could walk, and through every big milestone, the caring teachers at Almansor have supported him developmentally, emotionally, and academically. We love the teachers, especially Teacher Alexis and Teacher Mary who our son still talks about. They provide so much love and support, and we always felt comfortable and at ease with leaving our kid in their care.

My family and I have had a phenomenal experience at Chandler's Preschool. We enrolled our daughter…read morejust before her second birthday and will soon need to leave, just shy of her fourth birthday, due to a move. From the beginning, we have felt welcomed, comforted, and cared for. Prior to joining Chandler's, we were fortunate enough to have close family watch our daughter while my spouse and I were working. Our child struggles with general anxiety, transitions, and often becomes emotionally overwhelmed easily. She started in the youngest classroom, The Caterpillars, and has transitioned up to the current oldest classroom, The Butterflies. From the start, The Caterpillars Head Teacher, Ms. Claire, consistently made an extraordinary effort to comfort our child at drop-offs. With empathetic language and a calm demeanor, she consistently soothed our daughter. When our daughter graduated from The Caterpillars and transitioned to Ms. Gisselle's classroom, The Cocoons, Ms. Gisselle also demonstrated a knack for using distraction and redirection. She reminded our daughter of all the wonderful activities and stations she could work on in the classroom, offered to play a song she loves, and inquired if she would like to assist her in setting up things for the day. Ms. Annel in The Butterfly classroom is engaging, communicative, and possesses outstanding interpersonal skills, forming a strong connection with the children. Her ability to connect effectively with the children is evident in the positive impact she has on their learning experience. Upon receiving her daily tracing and worksheet packets, our daughter takes great pride in her accomplishments when Ms. Annel acknowledges her efforts with a marker smiley face.  The teachers at Chandler's Preschool are exceptional educators. They are passionate, enthusiastic, creative, patient, and engaging. They instill kindness, respect for oneself and others, fairness, and have all done an incredible job at fostering a lifelong love of learning in our child. Our daughter has struggled with speech sound disorder, stuttering, and language delay. She began speaking more around the age of 2.5 when she entered The Cocoon classroom. Ms. Gisselle and all the teachers possess a special compassion, remarkable listening skills, and unwavering kindness towards our daughter's language development. From a young age, she would become easily discouraged if she could not perform tasks as well as her peers. However, she has grown into a persistent individual who understands the importance of perseverance. She eagerly shares her daily experiences, including conversations and lessons learned, and proudly presents her work. The daily routine at Chandler's is meticulously structured. Each classroom follows a weekly lesson plan that encompasses Circle Time/Language, Books/Reading, Arts and Crafts, Science and Math, Gross and Fine Motor Skills, Cooking, and outdoor activities. The classrooms are equipped with distinct learning stations, centers, ample natural light, displays of the children's work, opportunities for movement, and designated quiet spaces. Additionally, the school maintains an immaculate cleanliness, and ensures that the building is stocked with toys, dress-up clothes, props, art supplies, books, age-appropriate learning materials, child-sized tables and chairs, and low shelves with accessible toys. Furthermore, the school provides an outdoor area for children to engage in activities. During warm weather months, there is a creek for water play, a track and path for bicycling, a playground and swings, and an open space for outdoor learning and birthday parties. One notable advantage is the extraordinary meals prepared and cooked daily in-house for the children's breakfast and lunch. These meals have fostered a strong preference for wholesome and nutritious foods in our daughter. Some of the meal examples include veggie egg scramble, homemade cinnamon oatmeal topped with pecans and mixed berries, chicken stir-fry with vegetables and sticky rice, organic spinach and peas one-pot creamy ground turkey spaghetti, organic soy and chorizo tacos served with Spanish rice, black beans, and pico de Gallo, and vegetable, lentil, and tricolored beans server over jasmine rice.  Our daughter has made significant progress in early literacy, numeracy, problem-solving skills, and has developed a strong interest in art, books, puzzles, and memory games. Chandler's has been instrumental in helping her regulate and express her emotions, and her confidence has flourished since joining the school. In comparison to a year ago, our daughter's sharing skills have exhibited wonderful improvement. She demonstrates patience and has formed lasting friendships that bring her joy every day. We couldn't have found a more perfect school for our daughter. We feel confident and secure when we drop our child off at Chandler's, knowing she's safe, loved, cared for, and in a nurturing learning environment.

A Lifesaver and a Treasure…read more Chandler's Preschool quite literally rescued our family. We suddenly lost our nanny and were scrambling for care when the school had just opened--and we were lucky enough to be one of their very first families. From day one, we felt embraced, supported, and cared for in a way that exceeded all expectations. Our son just graduated from Chandler's and is heading into kindergarten not only confident and excited, but already reading. He was accepted into an excellent private school, and I have no doubt that Chandler's nurturing environment and thoughtfully designed curriculum played a huge role in preparing him. The teachers are warm, engaging, and truly see every child. The director runs the school with such intentionality--making sure the meals are always fresh, organic, and nutritious. The facility itself is immaculately clean and beautifully maintained. You can tell that everything, from the schedule to the classroom setup, is created with early childhood development philosophies in mind. Our younger daughter still attends, and I'm always blown away by the care and quality of education. She has weekly science lessons, cooking projects, and physical activities all seamlessly woven into her day. So much of the learning is hands-on and joyful--my kids often don't want to leave when I come to pick them up! We are endlessly grateful for Chandler's Preschool. It's been a home, a school, and a community for our family--and we can't recommend it highly enough.

They run a summer camp every year and I decided to give it a try and work for them, little did I…read moreknow what a bad work ethic they would have. They discriminated camp counselors who were older from the younger ones. They got upset if you got any breaks, even though you were outdoors under the heat for long periods of time but were giving extra breaks to those who they favored. It was a toxic environment to work in, I feel sorry for the kids because the camp counselors should be having a great experience while working there, so that kids can also have a good experience. Unfortunately the camp lead was a great example of unprofessionalism and bad manners so definitely don't recommend working there, plus they pay way after the month so good luck trying to enjoy some extra cash during the summer.

After my kids going to school in this district since Kinder they didn't even feel the need to help…read moreus keep our kids( one whom has a valid IEP for 3 years) in their school. The HR person Kimberly something is beyond RUDE. I don't understand how she still works there. Had to deal with her for 5 years and couldn't remember who I was. Oh and btw, South Pas DOES allow kids from out of city to attend their schools. It just so happens that my brother in law Jeffrey Cortinez was viciously attacked by one of the boys attending SPHS when he was living in La Puente. I don't understand this one bit. Like I said my kids are both in elementary and were refused the right to remain at the school atleast till my son finished his IEP. Neither the Principle nor Kimberly did more than an arm reach to try and help us. If I could do minus stars I would!

My son is in the ETK / PCC class and we love it. His teachers Miss Ward-Loveland and Ms. Allison…read moreare amazing. PCC stands for preschool collaborative classroom. This means they have kids with special needs and kids without special needs in the same classroom. They have a special education teacher (Ms Loveland) and a general education teacher as well as a TA for each category. It's a very supportive environment, and we found it a much better fit than a couple private preschools we tried.

I am very happy with this schools academics my three kids currently go to Garvanza Elementary and…read morethe teachers are enthusiastic about teaching and are involved with their learning , and I always feel involved with the academics they always make sure that parents are involved with anything that occurs at the school and offer activities and workshops for parents