My son made friends and had a good time here the have good fundraisers events and way more it is a…read morelittle classy inside it's a opened campus but very big a just 4 stars because it is not the best best but still pretty good

I as a previous student at this school I have to say my experience was horrible, the only year that…read morewas good was kindergarten. The kids where so mean and got NO punishment for bullying me , teachers always believed the other students and gave me MANY write ups to the point I was in the principals office for standing up for myself. For many years I would go home hungry because kids threw away my lunch and cafeteria said I would have had to pay for another lunch and the teachers did nothing about it I tried to speak up about my problems and they never cared. They where incredibly rude to my parents one time they rolled their eyes at them. Some of these people saying that this is an amazing school baffles me because I was crying almost every night because of the rudeness and the amount of unfair that they did I wrote something personal in my diary. It was about the students that mentally hurt me. to be honest sometimes even physically hurt me I wrote a list saying on how much I hated them and they took that out of context and they rushed me up to the office made me dump out my backpack and went through my diary without consent. They questioned me without an adult present mind you I was about six maybe and I hated my state of mental health by six so I didn't care what they did. I was just scared because they were questioning me and doing a bunch of weird things with each other and they were like whispering so my six-year-old mind did not know what was going on. I would like to say that Miss Ryan was one of my favorite teachers because not all of the teachers were horrible. I can name like only four teachers that I liked in the entire school. it was like picking apples from a tree with those teachers they were like oh we like them so we're gonna make your experience bad. I was removed after fourth grade because I just could not continue going to school with the kids that were a part of that I would 100% not send your kids to that school . I hated my time there and if you want your child at this school just take this as a warning. (just as a little thing, they didn't do any assault. They were just extremely unfair and rude.'

My son is a 1st grader in Mrs.Thomson's class and we love her and Mrs.Small who helps my son with…read morereading. We moved here from Long Beach this summer and started at Star King which was HORRIBLE and relocated to Carmichael. We feel so so blessed we ended up at this school. No school is perfect but this is the happiest I've been with my sons progress and education. He has grown so much and was terribly behind, I will be very sad when he leaves Mrs.Thomson's class. The only thing I don't like is the foul language some of the older students use, especially around the younger kids. The little ones look up to the older kids and I wish they would be considerate a bit and keep that in mind but I can't fault the school for tweens potty mouths I suppose.

The high school is exceptional. The classes are small with faculty who are both incredibly well…read morequalified (many have PhDs or other terminal degrees in their fields) and are incredibly kind and caring. No one is a number here. Faculty and staff know students well and are very invested in students' intellectual and emotional growth. The school has a wonderful theater program and everyone who wishes to participate may. This is also the case for all other extracurricular offerings -- Speech and Debate, Athletics, etc. I don't think enough people are aware this wonderful school is here, and that needs to change. This is the kind of school that changes and enriches your life.

It'a an amazing school with great teachers and a beautiful campus! I go to school there and it's…read moresafe to say it's one of my favorite places. Any chance I get to stay after school I try and take.Love this school so much!

As the dad of a fourth grade daughter I'm a huge fan of this neighborhood school. It gives the feel…read moreof days gone by. The teachers have been great to my girl.

My son attended Arden Middle School for about six months during his 7th grade year before we had to…read morerelocate out of state for my job. He had a really positive experience during his attendance, and I'm glad he ended up here. Originally, Arden wasn't part of our assigned school, but it seems boundaries were updated--and honestly, I was so relieved since Arden is the better option compared to other middle schools in the area, like Katherine Johnson. The campus does have a slightly "posh" feel, which initially made me a bit skeptical about how the environment and staffing might be, especially given some past issues I've had with staff at his previous elementary school. Thankfully, those concerns didn't turn out to be an issue. The front office staff were friendly whenever I interacted with them, and my son never had any complaints during his time here. Most importantly, the school feels safe and well-structured. One thing I really appreciated was the communication from teachers. My son had done well in math previously, so he was placed into a higher-level class when he started. However, he ended up struggling to keep up. His teacher proactively reached out and recommended moving him to a class that better matched his pace, and I was totally on board with it. That level of attentiveness and willingness to adjust made a big difference for us. As for logistics, drop-off and pick-up can be a bit hectic. There are often long lines of cars that spill out into the street, making it somewhat difficult to get in and out. That said, once you understand the flow, it's fairly straightforward. The only real downside I experienced was during the withdrawal process when we moved. There's a form that needs to be submitted, and it can take a few days to be reviewed or processed if staff are busy. In the meantime, I had to keep calling the attendance line daily to report absences, even though we had already moved out of state. Since it's an automated system, it wasn't always easy to get confirmation or assistance, which was a bit frustrating. Aside from that administrative hiccup, my experience with the school in person was always smooth. Overall, I'd say this is a solid and safe choice for a middle school, and from what I've seen of the curriculum and materials, students are receiving a good education here.

I literally got molested by Mr young he grabbed my penis while looking at me at the eye and telling…read moreme to relax when I was very nervous he tried to lore me to his house before.This is a terrible vice principal and I will never send my kids to this school after my sister told me her son was yelled at by Mr young and I was abused by him when he was still a science teacher

I would caution any parent before sending their child to OLA school. The principal and certain…read moreteachers are completely unprofessional and do not have the children's best interest at heart. As a student at the school I have come home muiltiple crying for the major bullying problem. At the school that goes unsloved. We do the same stuff every year With no new activities. I am often called off to altar serve becasue no one else does. With how many times Ive came in to help the school I sometimes think im running it. The school needs major maintenance in its bathrooms. often times the toilets overflow and its disgusting to see.

My kids had a joyous time at OLA! The teachers, the students, and the overall environment at OLA is…read moreso welcoming and bright! When my kids were new to the school, they were welcomed with open arms! OLA is a great school that provides amazing opportunities! I am so glad I put my kids through there, they had a wonderful time and we miss it!

This school has a bullying problem. My 1st and Kindergartener were physically attacked. Not only…read morethat but the children who were attacking them were attacking other children and teachers. Both bullies were punching/throwing chairs at children and teachers. My 1st grader was stabbed with a pencil. The administration did nothing. Nothing for anyone. My daughter's 1st grade teacher quit. The kids are all fleeing because the administration doesn't give a shit. I have talked to them till my face is red. They wont do anything. Your kids are NOT SAFE HERE.

Our son has attending 3 years now at this school. My son had a wonderful teacher Mrs.Shipman who he…read moreadored but sadly for health reasons left a bit early from the school year and now that he is in the 5th grade Has a wonderful teacher named Mrs.Cabrera. She goes beyond and up for what she has done for our son. Taking the time to hand write notes about special things he does and understanding his situation. She makes me feel as a parent that my child is her only student even though I know he isn't. Words can't express what this women has done for my family and I and our precious little boy we hold so dear. I am sad to say this is his last year here but a year he will never forgot as it helped him set himself up to gain the confidence to face what this world is going to show. Thank you Mrs. Cabrera

This school is absolutely amazing!! 3 of my kids have attended,1 is still enrolled and 2 have sense…read moregraduated, 1 a year early. The faculty is incredibly knowledgeable and really care about the student's success. On top of typical curriculum, they teach them life skills, like how to stay within a budget at the grocery store. They also teach them music, art, and go on field trips monthly. Additionally, they do not give homework but encourage family reading time. And more importantly, during parent-teacher conferences they not only discuss areas of improvement but also what they plan to do to help your child succeed. I can't say enough about the school. I definitely recommend coming by to do a tour and see all of the amazing things they have to offer.

My son has been attending Almondale Academy for a little over a year. One of the first things we…read morenoticed about the campus is how spacious and serene it is. It has so much outdoor space for the kids to play and explore, and the fact that there are visiting peacocks and chickens wandering around just adds to the charm. My son loves bringing home little nature "souvenirs" like feathers and cool rocks and sticks he finds at school, and they've become prized possessions in his room. The atmosphere is really calm and peaceful, which makes it a wonderful learning environment. The small class sizes are another huge plus and allow the teachers to give each student the attention they need. The staff here genuinely care about the kids, both academically and emotionally. I've been amazed at how the teachers, staff and even the other students have really helped my son come out of his shell. Despite being previously enrolled in preschool, he was quite shy and introverted when he first started kindergarten. He's now really flourishing and every day I can see the positive impact everybody at Almondale is having on him. I can't say enough good things about the staff and teachers. They're kind, attentive, and genuinely care about each student. My son isn't just another kid in a classroom; the staff and teachers truly take the time to understand his strengths and challenges and work with him every day to help him thrive, which is something I really value. Almondale Academy has been a perfect fit for our son, and I'm so glad we made the choice to enroll him here. If you're looking for a nurturing, supportive, and academically solid school, I highly recommend checking it out.