My wife and I had never heard of Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School until we started looking…read morefor private schools for our two boys. We liked a lot of the other private schools, but this school has a great STEM/STEAM program, is a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, forms the whole child (spiritually, academically, emotionally and physically), and the people there are like family. Since we decided to send our children there, we have been at peace, and we have only had great experiences. We also like the offerings that start as early as kindergarten like Cub Scouts, track, Latchkey etc.

Mathnasium Center in Beavercreek has exceeded my expectations for my daughter. Last year, my…read moredaughter was in the 4th grade and had problems catching up with the kids at her table. Children would tease her about being slow, and the teacher stated it was to help motivate her to work faster. But, despite her IEP for extra time, she just began putting her head down in math class and shut down completely. My husband and I decided to enroll her in the summer program at Mathnasium to help build her confidence in math. Our goal was to review the previous year's concepts and provide her with another summer activity. My daughter ended up loving the individualized instruction and completing activities at her pace. In addition, she enjoyed the positive affirmation that she was on the right track while completing the assignments. We stopped for a month in September, and during that time, she repeatedly asked to go back. So a few weeks ago (October), we started tutoring again. As an educator myself, I have so much respect for Jackie and the tutors. The monthly learning plan provides data on how much she is progressing. In addition, the exit ticket gives me something to discuss with her on the way home. While I believe tests only show one part of mastery, with that said, her MAP scores increased 15 points from Spring 2021 to Fall 2021. I highly recommend this place! Thank you for helping support her academically in a friendly, calm, and comfortable environment using your individualized curriculum.

Love Mathnasium! I have three kids enrolled here and it is worth every penny…read more There is no homework (unlike Kumon) and I can bring them any day the center is open, as many days a week as I want (like a gym membership), all for the same monthly fee. No appointments are needed, which means the scheduling is flexible. I like that Mathnasium has its own material. The kids took a placement test to find out their weak spots and then their assignments in the center are exactly at their level and target the areas where they are weak. I also like that the kids get small group instruction. It's usually 2 or 3 kids per instructor. And they have structured rewards so the kids earn prizes. I won't say they LOVE going, but they don't fight me like they did with Kumon--no tears for Mathnasium. We previously tried Kumon (in another state). I didn't like the homework, their restricted hours (only open two days a week), or the student teacher ratios (was like 1 to 8 or more at the center we used). However, Kumon was cheaper so if cost is an issue that would be something to consider. (Kumon was about $120/mo per kid versus about $220/month per kid at Mathnasium). We also previously tried an independent tutoring place. That had the most scheduling flexibility and one on one attention. But it cost $50/hour so twice a week appointments cost about $400 a month. This location just opened in Oct 2015. We were going to the location in Centerville but switched to this location as soon as they opened because the location is so much more convenient (right off 675; close to the Greene). I have a kid above grade level for math and I have one that struggles a bit. Mathnasium works for both of them. Overall, we are really happy with Mathnasium and I recommend it to friends.

In response to Haylee B's post. As a current parent at…read moreSpring Valley Academy, I feel it's important to offer a more balanced perspective in response to this review. First, this is a private Christian school, and families who enroll here do so with the understanding that the school operates with specific values, expectations, and standards. That includes dress guidelines and behavioral expectations that are clearly communicated to parents and students. Regarding dress code concerns, the policies are intended to promote modesty, consistency, and a focused learning environment--not to single out or target students. Dress expectations are common in private and faith-based schools and are part of the structure many families specifically seek out. On safety and administration: in my experience, the school takes student well-being seriously. It's also important to recognize that disciplinary matters are often handled privately, so one account may not reflect the full context or any actions taken behind the scenes. As for facilities, the claim that the school is in poor condition does not align with what many families see. The high school wing was recently built, and the campus continues to be maintained to support students' academic and extracurricular needs.

I have taken my child to 3 other daycares in Fairborn the worst one was the last one so I was ready…read moreto give up when I found Creative World in Fairborn. This is a fun educational environment for the kids and my little girl loves it.

I give the district 3 stars, I come to the district from another city where the school…read moredistricts(all of them) provide transportation to and from school for. My child is now a sophomore and I'm just getting information that they DO NOT provide bussing for 10-12. This is unacceptable. What if the parent does not know how to drive or does not have vehicle. I can drive and have a car but I also have a job that I need to keep and it's an inconvenience for me to take time off my job to drop off and pick up my child. Very unacceptable Lakota

I love this school district. My daughter is thriving at Howard elementary. I highly recommend this…read moreschool district! Last year my daughter was awkward and shy because we moved around several times in the past few years. This year she has blossomed doe to how special her teachers make her feel. I am so happy to see her growth and am very appreciative!