Charles Drew Middle School

Love the community and staff. The gymnasium is very clean and very well maintained. Love itread more

There were a lot of discrepancies when it came to keeping track of parent hours. In the end, we…read morewere told that we had more than 40 parent hours to fulfill even though volunteering on site took place. No letters or timely phone calls were made when my son was dismissed. No sense of direction where he could go to start and complete his senior year. Then it was turned around saying that it was my child who was hiding things and correspondence. My son changed the three years he was there. His confidence deteriorated. Later I found out that there was a lot of favoritism when it come to certain students, especially the "star" athletes. They would get away with bullying other students and people would look the other way. Ever wonder how Verbum Dei keeps its high percentage of college acceptances? They kick out their lower performing students without proper guidance nor sense of direction, not even providing resources for parents to further support the student. My son's mental health deteriorated and much counseling was needed afterwards. We were left dissatisfied and disappointed because we sacrificed a lot to send our son to school, working multiple jobs even though the work study program partially helped. We thought we were doing our son a favor, when in reality it was a disservice. If you decide to enroll your son at this institution, be ready to keep track of everything because you will get told last minute that your volunteering contributions were not "complete," even when some of the office staff would say that no sign is was required because they already tracked it for you...

112th St. Elementary School

(1 review)

Every time my kid comes home from school she's so happy and she's been going since pre-k this…read moreschool is so good she started reading at kindergarten

King Elementary School

(3 reviews)

3.0 mi

This school will forever hold a special place in my heart my 4th grade teacher mr Gibson so caring…read moreand patient absolutely amazing the principal was such a sweet hear too and I was bad child let me rephrase that I was a child that was going through a lot of trauma but this school was always sweet to me and my counselor was truly a blessing we had the same birthday as well they probably don't remember but they sure left a big impact on my life

This school is special because the parent volunteers are amazing, and the staff and teachers truly…read morecare about the children.

KIPP Corazón Academy

4.6

(11 reviews)

I love this school! I found out about it from a friend who was a teacher at one of the schools in…read moreDC and I knew I had to check it out! The waitlist for Comienza was soooo long but I am glad when we got the Corazon call. My son is a founding student and this campus has always exceeded our expectations! From teacher communication and involvement they just do so well. My son has gotten lucky having amazing teachers as well, Ms Baroudos, who he had for 2 years was beyond amazing. She genuinely cared and her hard work and time never went unnoticed. With virtual learning the campus has continued to work hard for all students. I love the fact that my sons teacher is only a text away. Super communicative and supporting as we venture into this virtual learning. I honestly can't wait until my second son enrolls and hopes he gets the same teachers as my first as they have made such a huge impact on my first born! I definitely recommend this school to anyone looking. I am not from the LA area originally so I was nervous to say the least. However, KIPP has always been a great and safe space!

School is horrible. Always had fights and ended up on the news because of it. Upper school is…read moreterrible. Kids rude to one another and teachers do nothing but call their parents like its going to change their mind. Never bring your kids unless you want them to be a bad kid.

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Flournoy Lovelia P Elementary School

2.3

(3 reviews)

My daughter went to this school and it's horrible it's unbelievable the school is very old and…read moresometimes it would be dirty this is crazy how it's been the same since my other daughter went (it's been 7 years since she went,, the school looks they same since she left it's just unbelievable that it looks like same and old.

Flournoy has been so good to us! My daughter attended all 5 years and she was in the Magnet…read moreprogram! Mrs.Akinsanya who is the magnet coordinator always made sure every student had what they needed, she made sure no Student fell behind and she also made sure the communication between parents and the school was open. Mrs. cash whom is the principal has changed a lot of theming s and the school and staff are welcoming to our tiger students! During the pandemic the parent center has been driving around our community and providing meals and sanitary items to our students so that their students and community have basic meals. I love Flournoy! Great job Tigers!

Compton Ave Elementary School

(1 review)

1.3 mi

Worked here for almost 8 years. Loved the environment, staff, parents, students. Truly lucky to…read morehave been a part of the compton ave family.

Ninety-Second Street Elementary School

3.7

(3 reviews)

0.9 mi

Nice to know it's still there. There.was wonderful teachers there. I loved all of them. I will…read morealways remember my first grade teacher M. Wright. I pray that God had kept her. Blessings to here..There will always be a place in my heart for her...

Grew up in the are and went to Ninety-Second (late 80s-early90s). Will never forget the diversity…read morebut also the amazing teachers (Ms Bell, Mrs Gonzalez, Mrs. Lee...). I know how difficult it was to grow up in the area during this time, but staff and teachers made sure we were protected and happy. Wish I can return to thank everyone. Thank you--from San Diego.

Lucille Roybal-Allard Elementary School

(7 reviews)

2.4 mi

Wonderful school with caring teachers and staff who know my boys by name. They're always attentive…read moreand supportive. I highly recommend the magnet program!

Hands down, this school is peak. And Mrs Equihua is the best teacher in this school. I will forever…read morelove this school not gonna lie.

One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary School

3.8

(5 reviews)

2.8 mi

I LOVE IT SO GOOD,it is perfect so many fun things and also on Christmas they give a toy for free…read moreand it's phone company that does and more exiting things and events sometimes so fun love it ,teachers are mrs,banks,Escobedo,trinidad I love all those teachers they are the best,I'm am sad knowing I will have to leave this school soon!

There's this girl named Michael that went to clear creek and gave Katherine a headache but she made…read morenew friends

128th Street Elementary School

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KIPP Compton Community School

3.6

(8 reviews)

3.5 mi

My son hasn't even started yet and I see the communication is horrible with this school. No one…read morepicks up the phone ever. They said we have to attend virtual or in person orientation and don't send a time or an online link to attend for summer school classes. And today was an orientation but we didn't receive the information until today with no link. I heard the teachers aren't even accredited. I'm taking my son out after kindergarten

Since Christine Crawley took over as school leader I have seen a drastic decline within the school,…read moreespecially this school year. She likes to hide in her office so she doesn't have to speak to parents. Her communication skills are bad for someone "running" a school.

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Kawai Kids

4.9

(28 reviews)

8.2 mi

There aren't enough ways or words to express how thankful I am for Kawai Kids. My son just started…read morethis August and I was so nervous about the new transition. His first day came and all my worries went away immediately. The way my son walked right in and was welcomed with such warm smiles and hugs made my mama heart explode with happiness. I knew he was going to be okay. Knowing that my son is in great hands with such caring staff is exactly what puts my mind at ease. I appreciate all the ways that they encourage my very picky eater to at least try new foods and celebrate all his wins! Forever thankful to Kawai Kids!

Our older son previously attended this daycare, and as soon as we found out I was pregnant, we knew…read morewithout hesitation that we wanted to come back, so we immediately put ourselves on the waitlist. Leaving our 18 months old was incredibly nerve-wracking, However, from the very beginning, Kawaii Kids went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and supported. The staff is exceptionally caring, patient, and attentive, and it was clear how much they genuinely love and care for the children. They took the time to communicate with us, answer our questions, and reassure us every step of the way. We highly recommend them to any parent looking for a trustworthy, loving, and high-quality daycare.

Learning through art and play.

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Activity calendar. Lots of fun activities!

Honeybee Bilingual Children's Center

(21 reviews)

4.0 mi

Women-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

We are so grateful for our time at Honeybee Bilingual daycare - this was our daughter's first…read moredaycare experience, and Ms. Sandy helped make the transition so smooth! She and the other teachers gave us so much confidence in the care and safety provided each day we dropped our baby off. Our daughter loved the thoughtfully curated story time, the bilingual curriculum, the outside play, and the love from each and every teacher she interacted with. It was so wonderful to receive updates on her day and many pictures/videos of her activities through their app. We would recommend Honeybee to anyone in a heartbeat!

My son has been going here since he was 2 and will be graduating this year, heading off to kinder…read more My daughter started here at 5 months old which was really hard for me but I had to go back to work. She has been there for over a year now. The staff are all wonderful and I know they really care for my children, which makes it a lot easier to leave them in their care. My children love going, have learned so much and are always happy to be there. They offer lots of great activities and also do thoughtful things for the parents as well. I also think the price is pretty good for the amazing service.

Bumblebees Classroom

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Montessori Academy Of West Adams

4.8

(28 reviews)

7.1 mi

Our family has had such a wonderful experience at Montessori Academy of West Adams over the past…read moretwo years. From the very beginning, we were drawn to their individualized academic approach, which truly allows each child to grow at their own pace while building confidence and a genuine love of learning. It has been incredible to watch our daughter thrive in an environment that recognizes her unique strengths and encourages her curiosity every single day. The teachers are absolutely amazing--warm, attentive, and deeply committed to making every child feel supported and valued. We especially appreciate all the extra thought and creativity that goes into making her early school years so memorable, from engaging activities to special events that bring so much joy to my daughter. Thanks to this wonderful community, our daughter's first experiences with school has been nothing short of extraordinary, and we are so grateful to be part of it.

We cannot say enough about how special MAWA is. Choosing a preschool is such an important decision,…read moreand we feel endlessly grateful that MAWA became the foundation of our daughter's early childhood. The directors, administrative team, and teachers are truly exceptional. They bring so much intention, warmth, and care to everything they do. It is clear that they see and value each child as an individual, and they create an environment where children feel safe, confident, and inspired to explore the world around them. Our daughter has grown into such a thoughtful, curious, creative, and kind little person, and MAWA played an enormous role in that. She learned not just academic fundamentals, but how to be a good friend, how to express herself, how to ask questions, and how to move through the world with confidence and empathy. There is something truly magical about this school. It is a community in the fullest sense of the word, and the impact extends far beyond the classroom. We will always be grateful to MAWA for helping shape who our daughter is becoming. It is an extraordinary place, and any family would be lucky to be part of it.

Hands on Lesson

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Aqua Fit

(26 reviews)

9.5 mi

I took 1 on 1 adult lessons with Allyson to work on improving my swimming skills and I can…read moreconfidently recommend. A lot of great tips and tools provided to help isolate and work on specific mechanics. I started out knowing how to swim generally, but worked on getting more confident in the water and now have a fresh round of feedback to better coach myself during practice sessions. Pro tip: there is a waiting list. I spent a few months on this list so plan in advance. Thank you Allyson

Allyson is the best. I am training for my first triathlon and knew my swimming needed help. I…read morebooked beginner triathlon lessons with her and felt so much stronger even after just my first lesson! She gave me swimming tips that made sense and were easy to understand and follow. Allyson is easy going, attentive, and approachable. She's patient, kind, and was extremely flexible with scheduling lessons. The ocean swim lesson was very helpful and she gave great tips for entering/exiting during the race. Bottom line she is a great swim coach. Highly recommend. Thanks so much Allyson!