NOT Christ like environment. (Galatians 5:22-23) demeaning,…read morecontrolling, disrespectfu, gossip about child's family matters and behaviors amongst staff. It's their way or the child gets suspended until they have their way. Unsupportive. AND the children eat outside year round in the AZ 100+ degree days.

My son graduated from here. There is a reason it's ranked number one in Arizona, top 17 in the…read morenation, and the only Exemplary Accredited ACSI school in AZ. My grandson will soon start preschool there too- it's 5-Star, Quality First rated. Excellent.

Perhaps the most uplifting church I have ever visited…read more - - - - - - - - February, 2026 Visit God does not need a church; he was clear in that messaging to King David and to other Jewish leaders. People build churches to help one another get closer to a personal relationship with Jesus; a church is a physical place that seeks to guide us toward heaven. "Cathedrals and churches architecturally prepare our souls for the beauty of the Eucharist." - Allen Hunt (Dynamic Catholic) When few people could read and write, Bible stories were told through stained glass windows (or painted walls, as in a church on the Hug Island in Hawaii). Classical churches are shaped in the form of the Cross, to remind us of Jesus' ultimate sacrifice for every single person who ever lived, is living, and who ever will live. A Catholic Church typically has front doors opening to the west, so as you enter you approach to the sunrise to the east, beyond the altar. Some Catholic Churches will have a labyrinth mid-way down the aisle, to help the faithful contemplate Mary's saying Yes to being the mother of God, and to Jesus' conception. St. Bernadette has much of this and is likely the best-lit and most uplifting church I have ever visited. St. Bernadette's is cruciform in shape. St. Bernadette's ceiling is curved and there are seven paintings of Mary, from her Assumption / saying "Yes" to Archangel Gabriel, to the birth and presentation of Jesus to Mary being at Jesus' Crucifixion. These paintings are amazing... the ceiling must be 25-30 feet up and each painting is clear as can be and Jesus glows... I don't see any lights specifically focused on Jesus in each image so it must be a combination of the paint and "divine inspiration" that makes the effect... Jesus is visually extending from the ceiling, pulling you to Him. You feel like you are present at each event in Jesus's life looking at each painting / scene. The same is true of the two paintings to the left and right of the altar, respectfully. The canopy above the altar has a curved top that glows golden, not unlike the sun, and the under side / the ceiling contains an image of the Holy Spirit, as a dove. Around the outside, in Latin, is written: Et verbum Caro factum est et habitat in nobis The sword became flesh and dwelt among us The ceiling above the altar has paintings of Mary and several saints / religious; the images of God the Father and God the Son are on the ceiling just be for the altar. When such a beautiful building is supported by priests, whose homilies being you closer to God, you have a holy church. Homilies this week noted: Saints Cyril and Methodius proclaimed the Gospel to Slavic lands and created an alphabet to help instruct people (Cyrillic, still used today); their goal was to help everyone they met hear the good news of the gospel. Lord, How can I speak Your word in a way that others can hear? Thank you to all who made, and continue to make, St. Bernadette such an uplifting Church! ----- ----- -----

Attended morning Mass here w best friend, St. Nick (I need to go back to confession). Churches in…read moreAZ are so much different than those in New England. More modern, better attended, more young people. Prior to Mass, saw an amazing outdoor grotto w a stone sent from Lourdes France, where Mary had walked. B4 Mass, SN and I met Paul Zucarelli, who wrote a book (w a forward by Bishop Olmsted) about his actual death (for 2 hrs) experience, and his visit to heaven. He gave us a copy of the book, "Faith Understood ". The church was beautiful. Elaborate frescoes and statues. A visit to the adoration chapel was inspiring w all the relics of Saints. The gift shop also worth a visit. Free coffee refill made SN very happy.

After taking one step on campus, I knew that Our Lady of Perpetual Help (OLPH) was the right place…read morefor my kids. Living in the area, we are fortunate to have many options to consider: from public, to charters, to private faith and non-faith based schools. And, although my husband is an alumni of OLPH, I did not want that to influence my decision. However, I simply could not deny how comfortable I immediately felt and how impressed I was with the tour. It started with the kindness that I received as I walked into the office to start my tour. Another parent overheard that I was touring and welcomed me and told me about how happy she was with the school and the faith community. My tour guide Maria was so patient and knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. And let me tell you I threw a lot at her as I'd done my homework! One thing that struck me was that no matter where we went on campus, there were connections. It became clear how much teachers and staff truly love what they do. Multiple teachers have 20+ year legacies, while others are former alumni, and still others started as homeroom moms and are now on the administrative staff! What makes them stay? Their dedication to educating children and providing a faith-based environment, their devotion to their teaching ministry, and the amazing staff they work with every day to shape our children into kind, responsible young people. It isn't just the teachers who have this legacy, but it's also the parents. In fact, there are some families who have sent three generations to the school! Like my husband, many former graduates send their children to OLPH. This is what makes the community unique and special. Then, there is the academics. With small class sizes and highly qualified teachers, your child will be set up for success. Besides the core subjects, every class from K-8 learns Spanish. Additionally, the school has a Science Technology Engineering Art and Math (STEAM) room where creativity blooms. Lastly, as a faith-based school, religion is interwoven into the curriculum. The day begins with morning prayer and students volunteer to do readings over the loud speaker for all to hear. With weekly Mass and Sacrament preparation included in the day, children become full members of the church by the end of the third grade. Not Catholic? No problem! Although religion is a required part of the curriculum, receiving the Sacraments is a personal choice and many families choose our school with different religious or non-religious beliefs. We have a great sports program, wonderful pre- and post-school care, after school homework help, and so many fun enrichment programs to extend the day. We even have a Transitional Kindergarten program! We are a tremendous feeder into parochial high schools, with most of our 8th graders feeding into Brophy, Xavier, Notre Dame and others. Go take a tour today. I promise you won't be disappointed!

This school is fantastic. My son went there for a two hour tour and he was warmly welcomed by all…read morethe kids and staff. The price is very reasonable the only reason I gave it a 4 star is because of all the additional costs that add up like uniforms and many other things. The campus is safe and secure with locked gates and cameras. Overall I wouldn't hesitate to send your children here.

This private Christian school has been a true blessing to my wife and I. We found this little…read moreschool when they first opened their doors. It was a small building with wonderful teachers and staff that have big hearts. Now it continues to grow and develop with a "family" feel where parents are encouraged to help and volunteer in order to provide the best education possible. The time spent helping each child is rewarding, but to see the children develop a love for Jesus, watch the school grow academically, and grow with FCA family is way better than anything I could have imagined or hoped for. God bless the staff, children, and families. Thank you for staying on the right path and not falling into the norm at other public and private schools. If you are looking for a great place to send your children to school that will excel their education, I "HIGHLY" recommend talking with the staff at Freedom Christian Academy.

As long as this school is hear, we will too. Want to be near family out of town but, we know that…read morewe'd never find a better school! kids are highly excelling & it's because the teachers & staff are the best that there is! We love it there & I love who my children have become.

Will see if worth the cost at about 14 k am not sure if you are getting that quality education. For…read moreexample the cost is about 50 % of the non boarding rate of a school I attend. We had experienced masters plus level instructors and clas size of 10 was huge St Theresa's seems to have some trouble retaking staff and the education level of instructors seems lower average than some schools. In the end it is up to you to decide if the cost is worth the education my advice is look around before deciding on any school from Choate to your local public school

Ugh. I hate this school. Like, honestly, hate. It taught me to have low self-worth. Don't get me…read morewrong, I received an excellent education. But it took me several years to recover socially from my experience at STS. And some things are too deep to ever mend. Funny how a Catholic school has me so full of demons.

my son has been at Little Lantanas since the age of 3. As soon as we met Mrs Elledge we knew this…read morewas the best option for us. Mrs. Elledge is a long time educator with a depth of experience. she challenges herself and works to deepen her skills by continuing her education. She truly loves education and is GOOD at it. Her love of learning directly impacts the students. My kid is happy there and absolutely loves the different learning activities they have. At pickup he often wants to take me in the classroom and show me his current favorite work activity. Little Lantanas without a doubt has been the best school for us.

Little Lantanas has been my son's school for the past 2 years and it was the best decision we made…read morefor his social, academic, and emotional development. This is a very small school that creates a close community of children that really care about each other. My son loves coming to school every day because his friends and teachers are patient, caring, and kind. He always says Mrs. Elledge and Ms. Tae are his favorite teachers. My son struggled at other schools but Mrs. Elledge welcomed him with genuine care and intention to understand him and guide him through the Montessori program. It is a school that develops the whole child and where each child is seen as an individual. This means children are taught academics at their pace, taught how to engage with their environment and classmates with respect, and where the teachers have a relationship with each child. Now that my son is going to first grade, we will always cherish the time he had at Little Lantanas and will definitely be back to visit!

Excellent Christian school! Our kids are thriving in this environment. Rigorous academics, high…read morebehavioral standards and filled with the love of Christ & Holy Spirit! 14:6 Calvary Chapel is also an excellent church that teaches the Word of God.

What a great School! We are so blessed to have found Academy Fourteensix! They truly care about…read morethe education our children are receiving. What a breath of fresh air. We could never go back to public school. So Thank you Academy Fourteensix.

I called for help to see what assistance I could get to get out of this bad living situation I'm in…read moreand it seems like I called and said hey I'm trying to get some kind of assistant they immediately said oh we have no money and try to hang up on me without me explaining the situation of what was going on. The woman who answered was extremely rude and obviously not a caring soul who practices apparently what they're supposed to preach. I will never go back to the church or call for help again.

We absolutely adore this school and feel so grateful that our daughter was able to attend here. The…read moreteachers are incredibly patient, loving, and truly care about each child. We watched our daughter blossom, grow in confidence, and thrive during her time here -- which speaks volumes about the environment they create every day. The director is absolutely amazing and leads with so much heart, professionalism, and care. You can feel the love and intention behind everything they do. If you're looking for a preschool you can truly trust with your child, I cannot recommend this one highly enough.

Our daughter attended the Kennedy Campus from age 2 1/2 to 5, and it was such a positive experience…read morefor our family. The maestras are incredibly kind, patient, and dedicated. They truly care about each child. From the beginning, they made us feel like part of a family. Everyone knew our daughter well, including being mindful of her food allergies, which meant so much to us as parents. Director Karen always greeted us with a smile and even knew us by name, which added such a personal touch. We're very thankful for the nurturing environment and highly recommend this school!

Awesome school! All personnel is dedicated to our children. Teachers and administration are great…read more Congratulations Mrs. Karen Castro for making us feel like family.

My daughter has attended PCDS for the past four years and she will continue on until she graduates…read more We have been very happy with the Middle School and so far the High School. One of the best features aside from the gorgeous campus is that they offer Mandarin. I am hoping this doesn't change and that the language is continually supported as it sets the school apart from others. The classes are small and there is plenty of personal attention my daughters graduating class is 75 which is one of the bigger classes. Our sports facility will be incredible and Science is HUGE. Freshman English is a little scary but she is getting by and in the long run will help her with her testing. All in all an amazing school we love it.

Don't be fooled by the prestige name, the academics here are far from excellent. The school lacks…read morethe robust, advanced curriculum you would expect from a high-end private institution. What they lack in academic rigor, they make up for in donor-pleasing. There is a continuous, undeniable filtering process where the system goes out of its way to pamper wealthy donors.