This is our local neighborhood elementary school. My oldest son started there in K in 2007. My…read moreyoungest one is still there about to go into 4th. There are many Pros and Cons about this school as I'm sure there are with any school. Personally, we have had some ups and downs at this school that have left me feeling a bit off put by it. (But that was our personal exp) There is a mixture of teachers. Some are EXCELLENT! If you are lucky enough to get one of these thank your lucky stars. If not, hold on for a bumpy school year. The ones who really care about education and not just having a pay check are the ones that shine at this school. And sadly are not the ones usually recognized either. The office staff for the most part are wonderful! There are a few you'd like to bop on the head. Mostly helpful and polite. There is usually a volunteer in the front office helping out as well. There is a full time nurse in site who takes care of everything medically related. The school is clean, like any place in Florida there are bugs but not from dirt. They repaint it the same ole boring colours of cream and turquoise. But the district only allows for a choice between two colours. There is a gym/cafeteria/auditorium. There is a huge back PE area. Field, court and playground. All is fenced in and locked up when school is in. The only way you can get in is through the front office with an ID in hand. There is a library, which is always in need of gently used books. There is a media center and a computer lab. There is no pre-school offered but there are special needs ISD classes. Limited parking in three lots. One of them is mainly teacher parking off to the side of the school. One of front and one in the back by the car circle. You can come have lunch with your kiddo which is pretty cool and they are always looking for volunteers for various things.

This school is very clean and neat. The staff are friendly and helpful, and they definitely love…read morethe kids. The administration can be helpful, maybe some more seminars could be helpful to update them on new tactics for the classroom as well as behavior issues. Loved coming here daily and seeing the smiles on those kids faces. Most parents are actively involved in the classroom or if not, keep in touch with teachers. Beautiful school that is kept safe and secure.

School year 2023-24 Our family met with the current…read moreprincipal of Largo High School, Jennifer Staten shortly before this school year. Mrs. Staten is a wonderful person. She is kind, thoughtful, engaging and supportive of her students. Up until this point in our child's education we have never experienced such an overwhelming welcoming response from any school administrator. Her support and concern for our child's success is genuine and sincere. We look forward to seeing how her guidance improves our relationship with the school community and impacts our child's future.

awful school, the school system is terrible and doesnt believe the kids at all no matter how good…read morethey are in school. lots of bullying and stigma; its not a good environment. the teachers here doesnt teach, giving out packets and sitting right back down at there desk. i would never recommend this school, it may have good scores but the people inside the school will make you hate this place.

This is a college preparatory school with a soul. It is a welcoming community steeped in Episcopal…read moretradition.

"My time at Canterbury has been a disappointing experience, to say the least. While the campus may…read moreseem appealing at first glance, the reality is far from the image portrayed in brochures and promotional materials. The academic programs, touted as 'comprehensive' and 'innovative,' fell short of expectations. The coursework often felt outdated, and several instructors seemed disengaged and uninterested in the success of their students. The lack of practical applications and hands-on experiences left me feeling ill-prepared for the real-world challenges in my field. The administration at Canterbury is another major drawback. Bureaucratic processes are convoluted, and getting assistance from the administrative offices is a frustrating ordeal. Whether dealing with financial aid, course registration, or housing issues, I found myself constantly running into roadblocks, and the staff's lack of responsiveness only added to the frustration. Campus facilities, while visually appealing, are poorly maintained. The promised state-of-the-art facilities turned out to be more style than substance. Broken equipment in laboratories, outdated technology in classrooms, and insufficient library resources were a constant source of frustration for many students. The lack of a cohesive and supportive community was evident throughout my time at Canterbury. The student body felt fragmented, and there was a noticeable absence of school spirit or engaging extracurricular activities. It seemed like everyone was simply going through the motions, with little enthusiasm for learning or collaboration. Career services were practically nonexistent. The so-called job placement assistance was minimal, and networking opportunities were scarce. I struggled to find support in my post-graduation job search, feeling abandoned by the institution that should have prepared me for the workforce. In conclusion, I would caution anyone considering Canterbury to thoroughly research and reconsider their options. The glossy exterior masks a reality of subpar academics, unresponsive administration, and a lackluster campus culture. I regret my decision to attend this institution and would strongly advise prospective students to explore alternative educational opportunities." Not only was the school itself a dissapointmen so were the people there the kids were rude and said hurtful things to my kid. The teachers knew about the abusive behavor and did nothing

I don't recommend this school at all if I can give 0 starts I will. So where should I start…read more... The director Cathie is so unprofessional, extremely rude. I was not greeted with respect as a mother of a child going to school there should be treated. I can't even imagine what goes down on those closed doors when I'm not around. I felt criticized about my race. And my son was getting hurt every day I will see bruises and scratches. He had scratched nails marks on his chest next to his neck, when I went to inform the teachers they will say something like.. he came to school like this or He scratched him self. So now this is unbelievable so I go to speck with the director Cathie and she says that she's not in-position to show me the cameras, also says that "in school kids get hurt and kids get sick" and I tell her that I'm will aware that these things happens but it's not ok for kids to come home will scratch's and bruises EVERYDAY !! Now let's talk about The employees who are taking care of our children while we're thinking their HAPPY and SAFE! Ms. Cathy and ms. D (the one year old class) they are very rude and have very bad energy. Twice already of picking my son from school they left him with a dirty diaper (pooped) That he also got a rash. They also feed my son water from the sink?! My son kept on throwing up allll day and night and they failed to inform me that we give him water from the sink, so I had to ask and they wouldn't tell me what water they was feeding him until I asked (are u guys giving my son water from the sink?) and she finally said yes and I told her all the money I'm paying u guys, you can't spend $3 dollars on baby water???! NOT ALL Belleair montessori academy's are good schools because it's not about the name of the school BUT THE STAFF IN IT. Look at the photos I posted below ..

Love the school. My son runs and hugs his teachers and is excited to go. He has learned so much in…read morethe 1 1/2 he has been there too. Had him evaluated because I thought his speech was slightly delayed and he blew not only me, but the ladies doing the evaluation. I know he learned all that from the school. The drive for us everyday has been worth it.

My son has been going to this Gingerbread location since Feb 2014 and we are in love with this…read moreplace!! The teachers are ALL caring and nurturing! My son has Ms. Erica as his teacher and she is so welcoming to parental involvement!! They teach the kids and make it fun! The prices are very reasonable.

My granddaughter began attending this wonderful school a few months ago! She loves it and so do…read morewe! The assistant director was there the first day we visited and we were very impressed, you could tell the parent's feeling were as important to her as the student's! Most importantly my granddaughter was thrilled....with the playground and we were thrilled with the kindness and the warm way everyone we met reached out to her and made her and us feel so welcome! Since she has been there the director and Assistant director have been visible and very hands on and accessible! Excellent at parent notifications and maintaining safety at the school-classrooms have keypads! Her teacher Miss Stephanie in the three year old class is exceptional! Professional, loving, caring and she is adored by her students! My granddaughter loves her and looks forward each day to going to school! A fantastic teacher. From a grandmother's perspective and that of a retired PreK teacher of 28 years I give my absolute seal of approval!

Hello anxious parent! (I mean who else is going to read this review?)…read more You're probably checking Yelp because you're getting ready to decide where to send your little one for daycare/preschool/VPK. It's stressful, isn't it!? My son was in an in home daycare I loved from 12 weeks old but as he approached 4, I knew I was going to be faced with a very difficult decision. Where do I send him next? He has a September birthday so I wanted him to go to someplace I could count on for VPK eventually. But I also needed to feel confident in their leadership, the curriculum, and the facility itself. We toured many places and met with several directors but nothing felt "right" other than Ohana. Here are our reasons! 1. Location. For us, this is close to our house so my son doesn't spend an hour in the car each day. 2. Cost. Their tuition is very reasonable for the area! 3. Staff. Kara, the director, is super chill, has a masters degree, and just leaves you with the feeling that your kid will be in good hands. She was great during the tours and answered all of our questions. My son's teacher is also great. Ms. Amber is communicative, positive, loving, and helpful. 4. Curriculum. They provided me the info on their curriculum so I could do my own research. This was helpful as we chose between preschool because I knew what to expect educationally. 5. Facility. The preschool is CLEAN and cute! (I mean who doesn't love turtles!?) 6. Reasonable expectations. They are realistic about what to expect from kids behaviorally and developmentally. They don't call you for every little thing. They don't send your kid home because he sneezed twice. They get the woes of a working parent. 7. The extras. They have a provider come in to teach soccer (at an extra cost), they do school pictures, they do class birthday parties, they encourage parental involvement (reasonably), they have special theme days. They keep it fun! 8. 2 months in my son is SO HAPPY. He asks to go everyday. Even on days they're closed he wants to go to school. He loves his teacher. He's made friends. He's learning quickly. We definitely made the right choice! If you want more info or to ask more questions feel free to message me! Love, A no-longer-anxious-parent

You TRULY feel like family at Ohana ! Both my 3YO and 1YO are at Ohana and it is truly the best!…read moreAnd trust me, we have tried A LOT of daycares throughout these short 3 years-and we won't go anywhere else! The teachers and staff truly care about your children, as if they were their own! I cannot say enough good things about this place. A true gem in the heart of Palm Harbor when it comes to your child's everyday care.

We considered many options for our son's education, and we knew that this was the most critical…read moredecision when it comes to his early, formative years. As soon as we made contact with the Waldorf School of Tampa Bay, we knew that we had found something unique. My son and I were introduced to the school through the Merrily We Meet parent/child classes, taught by one of the most delightful educators you'll ever meet - Ms. Connie. She provides a beautiful introduction to Waldorf education through modeling, singing, simple handwork, puppetry, article/book discussions, and so much more! If you are interested in learning more about Waldorf education, this is such a lovely way to start. I will forever treasure the early days when I was able to attend class with my son! I shared everything I learned with my husband, who did some more research and went to tour the school with me. We saw the campus (it's magical), talked to the administration and faculty, asked tons of questions about curriculum and safety and social emotional well-being, and left the tour feeling so relieved that we had found a school where we felt our son could have the space and guidance to thrive; not just academically, but also physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Fast forward to the end of our son's first year in the early childhood program and we cannot be happier. He is excited to go to school every morning. He has lots of free play inside and outside, circle time, a healthy and hearty organic snack prepared by his teachers, and plenty of opportunities to socialize in different settings - from outside in the sandbox, to inside playing with toys, to around the table sharing a meal. He loves his teachers, and we do too! They have been very helpful in sharing ways that we can support our son's first year in school. We treasure the fact that they honor our son's current stage of childhood and respect him as a unique individual. In addition to our son's day to day happiness with his teachers and classmates, we have learned what it means to participate in a school that nurtures not only it's children, but entire families! We have had many opportunities to become involved in our school community through the parent council and through monthly parent education sessions presented by various teachers. Topics are always inspiring and range from nourishing a child's imagination, to how art feeds science, to creating loving boundaries, and many more. We have felt so welcomed and respected by the entire community throughout our first year as a Waldorf family. And we've learned a lot, too! In summary, my child is safe, well cared for, and respected at his school. His teachers know what is developmentally appropriate for his age and for him as a person, and they guide him accordingly. The teachers, administrators, and parents all support each other and the result is this peaceful, thriving, magical little community beneath the oak trees in Palm Harbor, FL. A place where learners are exposed to rigorous academics alongside the arts, plenty of time to explore and play and move their bodies, instruction in multiple languages, hands-on experiences, and countless opportunities to think critically. And I'm so glad that we get to be a part of it!

Was a skeptic on Waldorf education before coming here. But now my kids actually have a love for…read morelearning, and can compose themselves in public without needing an iPad stuck to their faces. You reap what you sow and I'm very happy with the direction my kids are going.

A very good school. The staff and teachers are awesome. The teachers are very helpful. With My…read moredaughter she is very happy. Going to middle school and I'm very happy satisfying that my daughter is graduating from middle school I would recommend this school to all my family and. Friends

Awesome teachers and awesome co-workers.read more