My overall experience with Northshore Christian Academy was extremely disappointing and concerning…read more As a parent, I need to feel confident that my child is being cared for with patience, cleanliness, and respect. Unfortunately, this experience made me lose trust in the level of care being provided.

Firstly, I've been involved with this school for over 20 years. I've attended church at NCC, I have…read moreclose friends who work here, and I've had my students attend here. The last two years have been incredibly disappointing. Since Mr. Lane Beasley has taken over as head of schools, the turnover of critical staff at this school has been frightening. My current understanding is that the school is even having to hire entirely new departments next year because of staff departures/transitions. I've watched some of the loveliest people be forced out this school to make way for someone who used to be a MS counselor at the school to become the full school (K-8) principal. At the end of 2025, without any warning, the middle school principal was let go our 3-5 principal took his place. The narrative we were told was that He left by his choice after learning he wouldn't be returning the next year. After a personal discussion with him, I am sickened that the narrative we were told in no way aligns with what happened, as he was told to clean out and leave with just a few months of the school year remaining. Then this last year, a beloved teacher had been promoted to our school's K-2 principal. Apparently, rather than providing her feedback or coming alongside her when she struggled in the first year of this new position, she was fired and replaced with our 3-8th grade principal (who is now K-8). All of these transitions have resulted in our assistant principals being overworked, our staff feeling unsupported, and confusion about who's actually in charge at the school. I'm also disappointed in the school choosing to align itself with a specific brand of American conservative evangelicalism rather than the "bible based" identity it claims. My understanding is that when teachers talked or prayed about the unrest in Minnesota from earlier in this year, it was met with an email from admin asking them to "steer away from politics". But it was perfectly okay for the head of schools to send out an easter message that complained about a Washington State millionaires tax? Apparently Mark 10:25 or the Apostle's charitable living in Acts can be overlooked to embrace a gospel of prosperity rather than one rooted in the Bible. Needless to say, this institution has gone downhill. I love NCA, its teachers, and its families, but as an institution it's fallen well out of line with its original mission. This school cares too much about optics, and less about practice. They even had a teach inservice event last year where teachers were instructed to create accounts and give 5 star reviews to the school to bolster its online image. I'd be surprised if this review stays up long before they have it removed, but know this is all coming from someone who's been around this place a long time and is sad to see how it's fallen.

Love love love Monroe Montessori. It's next door to Windermere Monroe and right next to the Monroe…read morePolice station it feels very safe. Down the street is the public library Perfect for getting books and dropping off books.

If you want to meet real people who are just down to earth and caring this is the place. Aaron is…read moreone of the nicest men I have met in along time. The staff is friendly and kind. I was in each classroom and they were inviting and clean. I think this is your best bet for your children's future.

Horrible. Especially the special education department. Some of the teachers are not following state…read morepolicies to protect the privacy of the students. Many other rules an policies have been broken. Principals have been notified with the school/schools that those events have transpired. No response , resolution or reprimanded has come from these principles.

my school district sucked. not as bad as some South Seattle…read moreschools... but #15 sucked. or maybe just our administration and funding sucked. either way, my school district sucked. field trips were sucky. funding for sports teams were sucky.

=== This review is specific to the Mukilteo EACAP program located at Lake Stickney Elementary ===…read more This program is, in a single word, fantastic. My 3.5 yo child began a class here last fall and we've had nothing short of a terrific experience since day 1. School sessions are held in 4 different, fully-functional classrooms, each with a color-name, and supplied with a head teacher and at least two assistant teachers as well as parental volunteers, and each offers the choice between morning or afternoon classes lasting just shy of 4 hours, 4 days a week (no school on Fridays). Even before the school year begins, your child's assigned teacher will visit your home, explain the program and meet your child to make the first day(s) experience as comfortable as possible. Once school begins, classes are structured with daily schedules that include circle/group time, lunch provided by the school in the cafeteria (for PM class, not sure of AM), reading, crafts, fun lessons that usually correspond with a weekly theme, sufficient time for hygiene maintenance ala required hand-washing blocks, teeth brushing and consistent bathroom breaks, and TONS of sensory and free-play. In 5 months, my child is a pro at ABC's and color recognition and is far ahead of where I would expect in letter writing and fine-motor skills such as cutting, coloring within the lines and gluing. My child's classroom (The Red Room with Mary as lead teacher) in particular is a pure joy. My child began the school year very shy and apprehensive in nature. We weren't sure s/he was ready to be in such a bustling setting but it was BECAUSE of this extreme shyness that we wanted to try it out and we are just absolutely thrilled that we did. S/he has made friends quickly, is having a blast learning and playing in a safe, educational setting and the shyness has almost completely dissipated - after only 5 months! Each class is also assigned a family resource counselor who readily offers support both in and out of the classroom via regular check-ins and home visits, and after-school family activities such as Bubble Night, Literary Night and Parent Cafe - as well as open invitations to volunteer in or visit the classroom ANY time you want - ensures that you are welcomed and encouraged to participate in your child's early education experience. There is absolutely nothing I can possibly say that is negative about this school/program. It could use some posted direction and improvements in the parking lots (people parking in front of handicap walkways and in obviously restricted areas) but that's menial in the overall perspective. All in all, love, love, LOVE this place and couldn't be happier.

We love this Montessori! The instructors are kind, loving and patient. Our kids are learning like…read morecrazy and it's been one of, if not the best educational decision we've made. If you are simply looking for childcare to keep your child contained I would not suggest this as the right place for you and your family. This school helps children to explore and thrive in a highly challenging yet fun learning environment. Ms. Kokila is always finding ways to push and challenge the kids. I'm constantly impressed with how our kids beautiful minds are growing here and how much they love it every single day.

3.65 out of 5. This is an old school, and a school that is very busy w almost 900 kids. Pushing…read more25+/- in a classroom. The property itself could use a facelift, but that costs money. Big money. Will our kids learn anything here? Hope so. Only time will tell. The teachers seem good. School faculty seems professional. The principal is a nice lady and appears fair and level headed. Safety is key here. Good. We need that. Problem here is the extreme insulation of teaching staff from parents. It's very hard to speak w your child's teacher in person unless you make an appt in the front office, which is much like trying to be a new patient at a doctor's office. "5 weeks from now we can get you in." Ugh. All is basically done via email or an app which can be arduous to communicate properly re issues when not face to face. There is no showing up at school for a quick hello w a teacher. Nope. They won't let you see your child's teacher real quick. They'll turn you away, and give you a slight snide vibe... like you might be a criminal or trying to do something dastardly. The attitude is unnecessary and unreasonably excessive. Another aside is that "side eye" that some "outdoor kid wranglers wearing safety vests" give if you dare ask a question, or "cross an imaginary line" that they deem uncrossable. So many rules to break by accident. A few, not all mind you, seem to deem some parents as a threat. I'm sure these ladies outside have seen their share of hard to deal withs, they're out there, but that percentage is low. Parents w their children aren't threats. (Hence the 3.65 out of 5 stars) What about that "Kindness Always" message again? Now... the ugliness that is the drop off and pick up situation at Hillcrest. Hoooo weee! DO NOT DO IT. Stressful! The school built in 1961 was never ready for the volume it has now in the 21st century, as well as the neighborhood that was built around it. Put your child on the bus! Seriously. Trying to park or getting in a line up of cars winding through a neighborhood an hour prior to drop or pickup is extreme. It can move along expeditiously at times, but mostly it's slow going and a daily fight. I wouldn't, nor would most, recommend it. You have to get there fairly early before school, and 45 mins before for pickup. Lots of sitting in your car waiting. People cut the line amd make it worse too. Getting away from the school is also tough. Put the kids on the bus! Nix the traffic jam and hanging around out front waiting for the teacher to walk out. This is an issue all experience. All in all Hillcrest is alright. B-. We can deal w the vests outside, the warden-esque front office, and the insane school traffic. Most agree it's the better school of the bunch in LS. Better than most. We work with what we have.

Nelson Elias the school psychologist and his helpful staff make the best team and go out of…read morethere there way to help the kids at Hillcrest elementary, they really care for the kids they take care of

The staff is professional, passionate, patient and prepared for each day. I am thankful to say I…read morewas part of this school for three wonderful years before retiring! After working in over ten preschools I must say, Park Ridge Kids has my highest recommendation. It is great to the core!

Wow this school is good! I have had two kids go to this school over the years and I really…read morerecommend it. They go above and beyond really the teacher my son has for kindergarten is the best she is so sweet caring and helpful I hope my younger son gets her lol I really really recommend this school