School might be great but you have to get in first. If you are not rich and white or brown and poor…read moreyou will have a challenge.A special education teacher is one that denied my child admission because she self diagnosed my kid as ADHD after spending 6 minutes with him. My child went on to a competitive middle school (PCDS) since she had the hand in denying him admission and has now completed his semester freshmen year at PRINCETON with all A's. My neighbors kid was a member of the church and her student was denied for kindergarten because he couldn't draw a complete circle! SERIOUSLY! he is now a sophomore at BROPHY! How the diocese allows this school to deny their own based on one person's opinion is scary. So parents do not be discouraged if your child is denied admission here since they are "selective". Your child will be okay.

I went to St. Francis for nine years; I attended kindergarten to 8th grade and was in class of 05'…read more Let me first say that K-6th grade was great, I had bad teachers here and there but the atmosphere of the school was relaxed, great classmates' good teachers and I had a good time. Then around 6th grade the schools then principle died from cancer and Ms. Elliot took over in her place as the new principle after that the school went from a fun learning environment to a horrid lockdown strict hellhole. After Ms. Elliot came into power, they locked the gates and installed new ones; this gave me a very unsafe insecure feeling as they basically locked us in. They installed secretary camera's everywhere. They also took down the old playground equipment and installed newer "safer" equipment which basically sucked. Then they changed the way they release students to school making a "drop off lane" it was horrid and I had to wait 30+ mins in the hot sun for my mom to drive through the line to pick me up. Before the lane it took me 3 mins to walk to my mom's car and leave. They outsourced the lunch food to a horrid company that made the worst garbage not fit for human consumption. Even though the school upgraded the playground, cameras and the Jail gates, they never upgraded the classrooms, cafeteria, buildings and "blacktop". They said they would get rid of the nasty portable buildings by 2004 but here they are, in 2009 still standing! In fact they built way more crappy portable buildings where the old playground used to be! There are many things the school promised to renovate but they never got to it the management is generally lazy. As far as academics, the classes are harder then any of the classes I've experienced at Brophy College prep, they push grade-schoolers extremely hard I had about 2-4hrs of homework every night. They teach algebra and chemistry at the college level in GRADESCHOOL! 2-4 page research papers were common assignments for various classes each week in 7-8th grade. They always told us it had to be formatted in Perfect MLA format for high school, truth is Brophy's workload was WAY MORE LIENENT and less then SFX ever was.

This review is due to the most recent 1 star review (right below this review) from Tri***Bou*****…read more(referenced as T.B. in this review). My experience with Creative center has been very pleasant and respectful since January 2025. I have only started going there a couple days per week every other week to pick up my daughter due to 50/50 custody with my ex and him choosing this daycare/school for our daughter. I would like to break down and clarify the 1-star review since I am the ex that was spoken about in that review. On 2/3/25, I went to pick up my daughter from this daycare. I spoke with the school director, Brianna, and showed and emailed her the court order set in place. I asked that I be given access to the system (Procare), which updates parents with things pertaining to the child, such as general updates, incidents, food intake, daily photos, messaging to and from staff, etc. Mind you, the father (T.B's current boyfriend) had access to this same app with the daycare that I had last year because he is entitled to that access as am I. I told Brianna that I had requested this from another staff member in early January and I was given this access, but within approx. 30mins I was removed from her account by the Father, that I spoke with that staff member the following day and she stated that he requested I not be given access, and I told her that he is legally (per court order) not allowed to do that. However, I left it there because I did not want to create more drama than they (Father and his GF) have already done. However, I decided to bring it up again on 2/3/25. Brianna reviewed the court order and gave me access again. It showed that T.B was still in the system as though she was a guardian or "mother" (which I had seen in early January), which is misleading to staff due to this individual having no legal authority over my daughter and she is not even my daughter's "step-mom". Father called within 1 minute or 2 (I was right in front of Brianna when this occurred) upset and Brianna told him that she had a court order stating that I was entitled to the access. Father then angrily stated that he as going to disenroll my daughter and T.B's 2 children due to this and Brianna respectfully and calmly apologized for the way he was feeling and that if he felt that was what he felt needed to be done then she understood, but that she was following what was stated in the court order that she had in front of her. Therefore, I would like it to be known that Brianna did not make any unilateral decisions, she followed the court order, she respectfully, professionally, and calmly responded to Father's angry call. So, if you want a daycare that IS respectful, respects court orders, and is calm in tough situations then you should come check this daycare/school out. However, if you are looking for a shady facility that does not follow legal paperwork then this is not the place for you. I would recommend that the most recent review that I am referring to be ignored and looked over since what was written is by no means an accurate description of what occurred and was only written because their unlawful request was denied. Oh and just as a side note, in ANY daycare/school soiled clothes are always returned to the parents (pee and/or poop), so this is not an abnormal things. To add on to that, my daughter is not even 3 years old so, the probability of her having accidents is still very high and according to the father and T.B. my daughter has "no problems" at their house... ever. However, I have a text from the Father on 1/20/25 stating that she did have a poop accident, so her comment of having "no problems" at their house is also false. I hope this is helpful to ensure that the blatant defamation of this facility by T.B is not considered by parents looking for a daycare/school for their children.

I am sharing this to warn other parents about the severe lack of safety and professional standards…read moreat Creative Needs in Casa Grande. After paying for Quarter 3, I was informed by an outside ABA agency that my son's teacher was found sleeping while feeding 12 children with special needs. A student was choking and she had to wake up the teacher. To top it all off I was shown a post of a mother who said her non verbal came home with bruises and marks. When she called the cops they couldn't do nothing because the child was non verbal! Beyond this life-threatening safety issue, the school doesn't follow IEPs which makes them a daycare. They lack basic facilities like a playground. They stopped allowing parents to go to field trips because they lie and tell parents their child did great when they didn't. Despite withdrawing my son immediately due to these hazardous conditions, the owner has refused to issue a refund. This facility prioritizes profit over the safety and developmental needs of children. I would not recommend this school to anyone. If you are looking for a real school that actually supports our children, I highly recommend reaching out to ACCEL (https://www.accel.org/contact-us/). Michelle there is amazing; she discovered that my son's previous IEP didn't even correctly say his autistic!!! After years of being misled, I finally have the support of a behavioral coach and case manager from La Frontera to help me at my next IEP meeting. Our children deserve a safe environment and a great education.

Incompetent self serving administration choosing the easy way for them. Some not flexible or…read morewilling to accommodate documented special student situations. Was optimistic and hopeful, but big disappointment and mistake! Not a good supportive environment for all children!

I enrolled in Rancho Solano for my junior year, and let's just say; it wasn't exactly a caring and…read morefriendly environment. I went to Rancho thinking I would get one of the best educations ever, many reviews (i'm assuming are either payed reviews or the extremely rich parents who's kids lied to them about enjoying it) seemed amazing. However, when I arrived I found all the kids my age to be the most stuck up, snobby, rich kids I had ever met. So extremely out of touch, dimwitted, racist, and tone deaf. I was sitting in study hall when I overheard a group of people gossiping about a senior the previous year who cheated on some very hard/important finals and got caught. The parents allegedly paid the principal an additional 25k (which is the same amount as tuition) to stay quiet about it and let him pass. However, that could easily be untrue and just a rumor (wouldn't be surprised with the amount of liars enrolled). I was in Integrated 2 math class. The absolute worst math teacher EVER had. I was more of a quiet kid, I wanted to keep to myself and not talk to any of the out of touch students there. She would often call me out during break asking why I wasn't with my friends, knowing I had pretty much none (by choice). She was more focused on being a "tough"/"strict"/"intimidating" teacher than a good teacher. I learnt more about her unnecessary classroom rules than about what I needed to pass the class. On the midterm final, I spent 2 weeks studying everything we had learnt throughout the year. We weren't made aware until the week of that we weren't allowed calculators on the test, although we had practiced with calculators the whole year. The final felt like a whole new class, for a moment I thought I was at the wrong final exam when I saw what was on it. The housekeeping of this school is very poorly looked after. It's disgusting, specifically the bathrooms. I can only speak for the girls bathroom, there was always toilets that hadn't been bothered to be flushed. The janitors do not do a good job to clean it up, there would be the same unflushed mess in the same toilets for a week straight. More importantly maybe the adults should teach these kids how to flush a toilet as their maids have been doing it all their lives. I will be calling out another teacher who I thankfully did not have but I did witness doing some strange things to a sophomore girl. We were doing presentations in class and this teacher came in to watch a group of girls who obviously he gets along with and has for a class. I always think it's a little strange whenever teachers and students have oddly close or even flirty relationships with one another. I didn't think too much of it until out of nowhere one of the girls screams bursting out of laughter. This 35+ man was tickling a 15 year old girls waist. Absolutely disgusting and predatory behavior. I won't be saying names but all I know is that he teaches science classes. They always emphasized how strict their rules were about dress code. About how skirts should be 4 inches from the middle of the knee, most girls were walking around with their underwear visible and nobody batted an eye. This place does not deserve to be ranked #2 in Arizona's private schools. Disgusting, sloppy, shady, and overall a complete joke.

This school has become a second home for my son. Teacher Tyra's gentle patience and genuine empathy…read morehave helped him grow in ways we never imagined. Principal Ming is a rare soul--his wisdom, compassion, and inspiring life journey shape a school where every child is valued. The therapists pour their hearts into helping each child progress, and the cafeteria aide's kindness brings comfort and familiarity to my son's day. We feel blessed to be part of this community.

My brother attends The Aces Paradise Campus. This year is his 3rd year there and we couldn't be…read morehappier with all the help and support we get. 3 years ago, I toured many schools as I was very nervous about him starting high school and I could have not made a better choice. I am very grateful for the experience we have had, and my brother has grown and learned so much. He loves going to school and Miss Alexa and staff go above and beyond. Teachers and staff are very communicative and available to answer any questions you have.

Great school for the size! Ratio of students to teachers is…read moreexcellent! Rigor curriculum to learn! Great opportunities to play on the middle school and upper sports team. High school sports has a great tradition to play hard and learn to win and loose in any game situations. Most importantly playing to Glorify God!

I do not recommend this school. It is very sad to witness…read morehow much this school has declined. The middle school experience has been especially disappointing. The teachers often come across as rude and seem more focused on enforcing dress code policies than providing quality education and meaningful lessons. The school also does not reflect the Christian values and kindness it claims to promote. Everything seems centered around money, and some wealthy families appear to receive special recognition not because of their children's achievements, but because of their financial donations to the school. Overall, this has been a very discouraging experience for our family.

This place is the best. I have several kids that I've brought here and I have been happy with every…read moresingle experience. The staff is great very easy to work with and super friendly. My kids are well taken care of them very happy here.

HUGE THANK YOU to the Director Monica and her team for not giving up on my son! My son has big…read morefeelings (what toddler doesn't) and no other daycare has been able to properly handle my son, care for my son or teach my son how to work through his big feelings. The past three daycares would do nothing but send my son home. Monica is not your typical director. She is very hands on and will actually get to know you and your child / children. It feels so good to know my child is well taken care of. My son even asks to go to school on the weekends. That's how much he loves it here. The educational programs are not only fun and engaging but also well-thought-out and developmentally appropriate. My child has shown remarkable growth in various skills. I appreciate the structured activities that balance learning with play, ensuring a well-rounded experience for the kids. Communication has been a strong point, and I appreciate the regular updates and insights into my child's daily activities. It's reassuring to know that the team values transparency and keeps parents in the loop about their child's experiences, milestones, and any special moments throughout the day. Additionally, the cleanliness and safety measures implemented at Kids Incorporated are noteworthy. They really prioritize the health and well-being of the children. Thank you Monica and all the teachers for being so welcoming and taking such great care of all the kids!!

This review is long overdue, but I wanted to share our experience with Gateway Academy for other…read moreparents who may be searching for the right school for a child with high-functioning autism, or what Gateway refers to as twice-exceptional students. My son started at Gateway in 7th grade after attending public school since kindergarten. We were actually very fortunate to have had a pretty good experience in public school, especially with the other kids. He had attended the same school since kindergarten and had grown up with many of his classmates, most of whom were still with him in 6th grade. But as he got older, I could see the writing on the wall. Class sizes were getting larger, the kids were growing up, and there had been a few run-ins with bullies. I also didn't love the idea of moving him to a middle school for only two years and then making another major transition to high school. Kids on the spectrum often thrive on routine and familiarity, and my son is certainly no exception. When we found Gateway, it truly felt like a Godsend. The small class sizes were exactly what he needed, and one of the biggest advantages for us was that Gateway goes all the way through 12th grade. He could attend middle school and high school in the same familiar, supportive environment. Many of the teachers have special education backgrounds, but what makes Gateway so special goes far beyond academics. There is a genuinely loving, welcoming culture there. At Gateway, these kids aren't singled out for being different. They're surrounded by other students who understand them. They can be themselves. They have friends. They belong. The teachers are wonderful, as is the office staff. Ms. Robin, Gateway's founder and principal, truly cares about her students, and that caring is reflected throughout the school. Gateway gives students an environment where they can learn at their own pace while also developing friendships, confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging. As a parent, I cannot imagine my son having had the same high school experience in a large traditional high school surrounded primarily by neurotypical students. Those teenage years can be difficult enough, and Gateway gave him a safe place where he was accepted for exactly who he is. My son graduated from Gateway in 2025 and now attends community college. I asked him recently if he misses Gateway. He said yes. So I asked him what, specifically, he misses about it. His answer was simply, "Everything." That answer was both a little sad and incredibly heartwarming for me. More than anything I could write in this review, it confirmed what I had known all along: my son had a wonderful middle and high school experience. He made memories, built friendships, felt accepted, and genuinely enjoyed going to school. As a parent of a child on the spectrum, I don't think you can ask for much more than that. Gateway was also a tremendous resource for our entire family. Through the school, we learned about services and resources available to our son that we otherwise may never have known about. They even connected us with an excellent professional who helped us navigate guardianship and establish a special needs trust as he approached adulthood. Gateway didn't just educate our son--they helped us navigate the journey of raising and preparing a twice-exceptional child for adulthood. For any parent looking for a school for a child on the spectrum, I would recommend Gateway Academy without hesitation. Ms. Robin, Mr. Bloom, Mr. Curt, Mr. Anthony, Mr. Richard, and so many others have made Gateway the special place that it is. We will always be grateful that our son had the opportunity to grow up there. Thank you, Gateway, for giving our son a place where he wasn't simply accommodated, but truly belonged.

I started at Gateway when I was in seventh grade. I just graduated from there in May. I came to…read moreGateway because I was struggling with staying on top of assignments due to the heavy workload at my old school--leading me to start failing my classes. When I first came to Gateway, I was scared and alone. Little did I know that I would make friends that were as precious to me as my life there. It's a small school, so everyone knows everyone. Some might think this is bad, but in reality it's great because we get to form a tight-knit community within our grade level (and sometimes other grades too). There are therapy animals there, which absolutely helps students who are stressed out or who are going through something in their lives. You can always find Apollo and Athena (the therapy dogs) out during passing period, saying hello to the students. Talking about therapy animals, Gateway also does an equine therapy program for both middle school and high school. I was in this equine therapy program for eighth grade and part of high school. This program helped me so much through my struggle with mental health. Being with the horses quieted my brain. The teachers are absolutely amazing. I have never had a single bad teacher there at Gateway. They were all so kind and patient. You could tell that they knew what they were talking about. The English program they have there is absolutely fantastic. Both middle school and high school. The books that we read are actually interesting. Examples of this include The Boy in Striped Pajamas, Flowers for Algernon, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Animal Farm. The lunch program that they have is great as well. They bring in food from different places, and it's covered by your tuition, so you don't have to pay for the food. Some lunches that they brought in were from Panera, Venezia's, Potbelly, and Jimmy John's. Just remember to bring a couple snacks with you because sometimes the lunches can be a little bit on the smaller side. Every Friday, they have clubs. We can pick what club we want to be in, and there are a variety of them. Such as gaming, art, and board game club. It helps give us a break from our classes and gives us some time to hang out with our friends before the weekend hits. They also have programs that help build great resumes--along with helping to make your college and scholarship applications stronger. I was in the National Honor's Society and the Student Council for two years. Those were some of the best decisions I've made in my life. I got to meet new people through volunteering and even host a school drive for a non-profit that I volunteered at. The headmistress, Mrs. Robin, is very sweet and genuinely cares about all of her students. She was the one who set me up with my (then) future externship opportunity. Mr. Curt is amazing. He is the person in charge of the National Honor's Society, and he also helped with setting out flyers among the school about my school drive. Mr. Anthony is fabulous. He is also part of the admin. He helped me a lot with my dual enrollment last year. The admin are wonderful and won't shy away from any questions and/or concerns. Gateway Academy changed my life in the best way possible. I started getting good grades again. I made friends that I thought I never would have made. I would 100% recommend you go to this school if you have high-functioning autism. Once a warrior, always a warrior.

Wonderful center directed by Ms. Pooja- whose love and dedication for each and every child is…read morepalpable from the moment you walk into the door! My daughter has been there for year now, and it was the best decision we have made. She loves seeing her teachers, and I love witnessing her confidence grow steadily with each meeting. Special shout out to the front desk, Kade & Shailen, who always go above and beyond to help! Ms. Janet and Ms. Peggy have been exceptional with my daughter, and I look forward to enrolling my younger daughter as well!

Amazing center led by Ms Pooja. Both kids have benefited a lot since they joined this Kumon center.read more