From the moment we joined in 2020, St. Edward School has been such a blessing for our family. The…read moreteachers are dedicated, caring, and truly invested in every child's growth. The sense of community here is so special; in my experience, families are welcoming, supportive, and the school creates many opportunities to come together. Academically, the program is strong and well balanced, with a focus on both academics and character. My two kids come home excited to share what they've learned, which says so much. The campus is safe, welcoming, and offers great extracurriculars, too. I couldn't recommend St. Edward more!

I'm writing this as a frustrated parent who transferred to St. Edward School after Our Lady of…read moreGuadalupe (OLG) closed. We were hopeful for a fresh start in a supportive Catholic community. What we got instead was an unwelcoming, cold, and often dismissive environment -- one that ultimately failed my child and our family. From Day One, We Were Treated Like Outsiders Right away, we were labeled "former OLG families" in group emails, constantly reminded that we weren't "really" part of the St. Edward community. We paid tuition just like everyone else, but it was clear we weren't seen the same. Leadership That Doesn't Listen The principal, Tina Cruz, was cold and condescending. As a single mother, I often felt judged and ignored. When I voiced concerns, I was met with copy-pasted quotes from the school handbook instead of actual dialogue. Trying to engage with the administration was like talking to a wall. There was never a sense that they cared about our concerns -- only that they wanted us to stop bringing them up. A Lack of Support for Kids with ADHD My child has ADHD, and it was clear the staff had very little understanding or training around it. Instead of working with us to meet my child's needs, the school treated them like a discipline problem. No empathy was shown. They expect all students to conform, regardless of how they learn or what challenges they face. Overuse of Petty Infractions The school hands out behavior infractions for the tiniest things. My child once received one just for making a classmate laugh. The kids are expected to act like silent robots -- there's no room for personality, joy, or normal child behavior. Favoritism and Bias There's a clear culture of favoritism at St. Edward. Certain families -- mostly those who are close with the principal -- are treated much better than others. Their kids seem to avoid consequences that other children receive for the same actions. It's demoralizing to see this kind of inequity, especially in a school that claims to value community and inclusion. We always felt like we were on the outside, being judged instead of welcomed. Overly Strict Spanish Teacher The Spanish teacher is infamously strict and borderline unreasonable. Parents even refer to her as the "tardy police." One-minute delays are treated like major offenses. My child was once scolded for returning late from the bathroom. This teacher seemed more concerned with enforcing rules than building a supportive classroom. Poor Handling of Bullying When my friend's child was bullied, the school had them fill out incident forms--but did nothing meaningful to stop it. The bullying continued, and the response from staff was minimal at best. Even worse, after speaking up, the child felt even more isolated and afraid of retaliation. It was heartbreaking to watch. The school's handling of the situation felt more focused on creating a paper trail than actually protecting the child or addressing the problem. Final Thoughts We came to St. Edward looking for community and care. Instead, we were met with exclusion, indifference, and rigid systems that do not support children who are different. We're no longer at this school -- and we're relieved. But I'm sharing our experience to warn other families: if your child needs compassion, support, or a fair environment, you will not find it here. This was our honest experience as a paying family who was never made to feel like we belonged. I wish someone had warned me before we enrolled. I hope this serves as that warning for you. EDIT: The response below contains a false version of events that try to reflect negatively on me. Unfortunately, I have not been given an opportunity to respond directly, so I am adding clarification here. I want to make it clear that I communicated to Tina Cruz that, as a full-time working single mother of 2, I do not have the flexibility to attend in person meetings. Using that reality as justification to shift blame or suggest I have been uncooperative is both unfair and misleading. I will not tolerate being mischaracterized or intimidated into silence.

We've such a positive experience with the TK program at NH. Definitely the new management is…read moreputting much efforts. From the very first day, the teachers and staff have created a warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment. The curriculum is developmentally appropriate and balances academics with plenty of play-based learning, which has helped our child grow both socially and intellectually. We've seen huge progress and confidence when speaking in front of others. Looking forward to upcoming years.

The school has a new management this year and they have completely revived the curriculum, it was…read moregreat before but it's so much better now. I feel that my child (6th grade) is getting really good education at almost half of the tuition that some other private schools charge. And the tuition ($1450) covers staying there all day long, i.e. till 5:30pm. Some other private schools charge more but are open till 3:00 only. I personally think it's quite affordable especially considering the fact that even in public schools I was paying around $600 for after school day care and then to supplement the public school education, I was sending my kid to Kumon, another $300. But the quality of education here is so much better than Kumon, the kids are learning things above their normal grade level. All the teachers are really caring and hard-working. The English teacher Ms Sandya works tirelessly and creates custom lessons based on children's level and is really prepping them for future SATs/college essays, etc. The school also has no screen policy except for the computer class which has really been a blessing as doing that is bringing back children's focus in today's screen slaver world. The class sizes are really small right now (less than 5 kids in most classes) but even then my child is really happy going there. So overall we are very satisfied and love the new school.

Challenger Ardenwood has provided an incredible academic foundation for my daughter, putting her…read morewell ahead of grade level in both reading and math. The structured curriculum and dedicated teachers have helped her develop strong study habits and discipline from an early age. I have noticed significant improvements in my daughter's confidence through the school's emphasis on public speaking skills. Overall, it is a rigorous environment that delivers tangible results, and we are very happy with her progress.

Our older child is starting his 3rd year at Challenger and our younger one her 2nd, and we couldn't…read morebe happier with the experience. The kids have learned so much and, just as importantly, have grown in confidence. The teachers and staff are incredibly supportive and caring. Our older child has a medical condition, and the school has gone above and beyond to make sure he is safe and supported. We have never once felt like it was an inconvenience to call for help when needed. Thanks to the amazing teachers and staff for always being so supportive. The hours are great for working parents, and often when we pick up the kids early, they want to stay just to finish the activity they're doing. They truly love school, and we are so grateful for the caring environment Challenger provides.

The principal is less than stellar. He cops major attitude, very condesending, and then expects the…read moreparent to just be quiet and take it. You can tell he's used to bullying people / children. I plan on transfering my child to Schilling. Not due to any teacher issues, just prefer not to have a bully as a principal. I spoke with a few other parents who had similar experiences. This guy has very low social skills and I truely wonder how it is he became a principal! Grow up Mr. Dunn. Stop acting like the children you're supposed to be in charge of.

Hi,I actually go to to this school so yeah.I'm in fifth grade and my teacher is Mrs.Sheridan.Graham…read moreis a very fun school and I recommend you take your child there!

We are incredibly grateful to all the wonderful teachers who have been a part of our son's early…read morelearning journey. He started at the school in preschool, and from the very beginning, his teachers made him feel loved, safe, and supported. Miss Sipra, Miss Poonam, and Miss Vaishali were incredibly loving and kind during his preschool years. They showered him with affection and care, making every transition smooth and comfortable for him. What stood out most was how personally invested they were in his growth -- they truly understood his individual needs and helped him develop with patience, encouragement, and warmth. As he moved into Pre-K, we were equally fortunate to have Miss Sandhya and Miss Keiani guiding him. They created a nurturing environment while also helping him learn the importance of boundaries, structure, and kindness. Under their guidance, we saw our son grow leaps and bounds -- academically, emotionally, and socially. Miss Sandhya's knowledge, patience, and years of experience truly shine through in the way she teaches and connects with children. Along with Miss Keiani's warmth and encouragement, they made a wonderful team that helped our son feel confident, supported, and excited to learn every day. We will always be thankful for the positive impact these amazing teachers had on our son's early years. Their dedication, compassion, and care mean so much to our family, and we highly recommend them to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive environment for their child.

Stratford FRB is truly a special place where the teachers and the staff are very welcoming and…read morecaring. Our child has had an enjoyable and enriching year in Room 3 Pre-School. The teachers Ms. Sipra and Ms. Vaishali have been very caring, nurturing and patient with the children. I am truly marveled at the growth - (both academic and social/emotional) in the past year for our child under their care. They have instilled curiosity and a sense of responsibility for our child as well. My kid has enjoyed this year so much and made many friends in the class. That is only possible due to the positive environment that the teachers create for our kids. I am truly indebted to both these teachers for the love, affection and care they have given our child and the many memories they have created. I would be remiss if I did not thank Ms. Pam, Ms. Radha and Ms. Cheryl who all stepped in briefly during the year to help with the class and kept the same happy learning environment alive. I also need to whole heartedly thank Ms. Swetha for her fun science class, Ms. Maricella for instilling the curiosity to learn Spanish in kids and Mr. Dmitri for the amazing music lessons. Special mention: It was exhilarating to see our child perform with confidence for the Winter and Spring musicals. All the class teachers and Mr. Dmitri have given their best effort to make our kids shine and perform with so much enthusiasm. Final mention, all the staff especially Ms. Meera and Ms. Shehla are amazing as always, welcoming us with a smile and tending to our needs and requests with utmost attention and care. This campus is amazing and I strongly recommend this bunch of teachers and staff for parents looking for their kids' early education needs.

My son attended private preschool and I was skeptical about sending my son to public school. I am…read moreso happy that things worked out the way they did. My son's kindergarten teacher is great. He comes up with ways to keep my son and all other little ones occupied. The principal is enthusiastic and very knowledgeable in the way she runs the school. The school is nicely kept up and the office staff goes the extra mile to answer all your questions and/or concerns. I couldn't be happier and my son is getting a great education here.

I love all the team leaders in this after school program. Unfortunately, the school doesn't…read moreprovide parents any information about it and I have to do all the research on my part. When I finally got a hold of someone, the program was already full but I was told to register my son anyways and that they usually always had drop outs and they expected to have room for him. Within two days I got called that there was room for him and they have been really friendly ever since. My son is very energetic, very curious and does a great job at getting in trouble but the team leaders are always communicating with me and working together with parents to guide the children. I am very lucky that this program is offered at my son's school.

Great school with quality teachers and caring principal. I feel confident with the safety measures…read morein placed.

It's a great school. The teachers are great, care about the kids' clean environment, and have great…read moreeducational goals for students.

My kids time at Glennmore was an amazing experience for me and my wife as parents and watching my…read morekids grow up there was even more amazing . Teachers like Mrs turner and Mrs Sendenos (she remarried ) were such amazing people . Even though my kids left there a few years back I see the value in elementary schools. When mh daughter went to middle school in hayward she was actually more advanced then the kids here in Hayward . The pride that Glennmore puts on education is tremendous! This is a school I high recommend to parents! One thing I really enjoyed was all the parent involved activities , including sports they had for the kids . Also our basketball ball team kicked but ! Champions our year ! Haha the science camp trip for the kids was amazing and left an awesome impression on my two kids ! Now my cons. There's not much . Just the moms who don't got anything else to do and just be either Karen's or nosey and always have a damn opinion everything ! You tell them the sky is blue they damn for sure will argue with you and say it's lavender . And some of the dads there , can we say cucks! Grow a pair boys please ! I experienced this while at science camp with my kids ! My rating! The best . Minus the lame parents at times , most of the parents are cool AF !