My oldest daughter graduated from this school and she will be attending Marymount in the fall. She…read morestarted CCS in kindergarten and we love the school community. The teachers really care about the students. My daughter was part of the Academic Decathlon team and they have won 1st place in the LA region, 3rd place in CA, and 4th in the US this year! My youngest daughter is still in CCS and we are looking forward to the changes happening in the school.

I went to school here for 8 years and graduated in 1985. I recently called and asked if I could…read morespeak to a priest as my father is homebound and 88 yo. He has always participated in the Catholic Church and wanted to be baptized finally! He is not dying - so that's not the reason. However, I am shocked that whoever is in charge at the church blew me off so badly and told me that in order to get my father baptized, he would have to go in person to all the classes. Wow. Cathedral Chapel, you are an embarrassment. Not following the church teachings if you want an 88 yo to come to class. No wonder this school is not even an option to send our kids to after growing up there. It sucks! By the way, we got my dad baptized, holy communion as well as confirmed. Too bad CC, you missed out on some very generous and faithful parishioners- I'm embarrassed I say I attended now.

Larchmont Charter is a wonderful, supportive school and provides the kids with lots of freedom to…read morelearn in positive, progressive ways.

Five stars for Fairfax TK-4 which is creative, thoughtful education. It doesn't offer as much…read moredifferentiation as it used to or promises but a lovely community nonetheless. Great lunch and garden program (ESY), fabulous art teacher (Jamie), and many strong teachers. Families from Hollygrove speak highly of their school as well. Volunteers are appreciated. However, Selma is not recommended and LFP merely a pointless drain on the budget as another review mentioned. Fully 1/2 of students don't make if from elementary to 7-12 class and the school still isn't addressing the primary reasons (poor academics). Selma is literally a revolving door. Many, many administrators and the academics are less challenging than the elementary schools. However if you want edutainment, needs tons of support, etc. it will probably work. Tons of teachers shifted from position to position, very poor reviews, and yet they never leave. Poor treatment and value of volunteers. Zero stars.

This is my youngest 2nd year at Marlborough. She loves the academics and the teachers. Yes, there…read moreis a lot of money at this school and some of the parents and students remind everyone of the whole who-has-what mentality but my kiddo who is on financial aid has had no problem finding like minded classmates to bond and form relationships with. I can't speak about drop off or pick up lanes because my kid takes a bus, but i will say they do have sunscreen dispensers by the soccer field and they seemed to have been there through out the school year and into summer. The campus is small and they have multiple security staff located at both gates, which is a big relief with all the violence that has happened on campuses all over the country. Everyone is friendly and professional. The girls on the volleyball team are on campus usually pretty late so we've met a lot of the supporting staff who are also very approachable and genuine. Over all I would recommend this school to friends. She's the youngest of six, so this experience has been a total game changer and I understand the desire for private schools who can provide the support and guidance that Marlborough has. The good news is they offer opportunities for students who may not all have the same means. They have uniform swap day where girls can donate their gently used skirts to be donated to new students and students who just do not feel the need or have the finances to buy new. Over all, we have found a wonderful home here. Our youngest is thriving and we couldn't be more grateful!

My daughter graduated from Marlborough and it made her the fantastic woman she is today. Yes, she…read morehad to work hard and she wasn't a grind. If she got a B in a class that was fine. The work was challenging and the majority of teachers were creative and stimulating. My daughter had incredible friends, lifelong friends, who were the bridesmaids at her wedding and with whom she is still close now that she has her own family. Our biggest disappointment is that she has two boys and no girls To send to Matlbotough. Oh yes, she was so confident that she started her own business at 21 when she graduated from UCLA.

Our family is in our ninth year at St. Brendan School and it's been wonderful. From the time they…read morewere little through having an 8th grader, our kids have thrived, gaining solid academic preparation, well-rounded interests, and a sense of belonging to a warm, welcoming, and active community.   The teachers at St. Brendan are terrific at all levels, starting with the expert Kinder teacher who helped set up one wiggly five-year-old for success and taught another to love reading over Zoom in COVID, all the way through Middle School teachers leading sophisticated discussions of novels and social issues and shepherding kids though high school applications.  When our kids have needed support, the teachers and the Principal, Mrs. Young, have been there and all along, our kids have been seen for who they are, cared for, and championed.  I also love that as a Catholic school, discussions around service and social justice are integrated into daily learning; our family is Catholic but many St. Brendan families aren't and the focus is largely on common values. St. Brendan also offers a wide range of opportunities for kids to learn teamwork and leadership and to expand their horizons, from successful but inclusive sports teams, to a spring musical that levels up every year, to a popular scouts program, and lots more.  The art program at St. Brendan is a standout; all grades have class weekly and the students make some truly remarkable pieces. That said, what really makes St. Brendan unique is the emphasis on togetherness and community.  The older kids look out for the little ones, with each upper grade student assigned a little buddy they spend time with throughout the year, helping our middle schoolers stay playful while learning responsibility.  Every family contributes service hours to the school, meaning parents are highly invested and present every day.  Our collective efforts add to the offerings for the kids and in the process, we've gained wonderful friendships and a sense of belonging.  I can honestly say there is always something fun happening at St. Brendan! As we start to look to the next chapter, we couldn't be happier to have found this amazing school.

Our Experience at This School - A Deep Disappointment…read more We enrolled our son at this private Catholic school with high hopes, trusting in its mission to protect and nurture the children of God. Unfortunately, our experience was deeply disappointing and concerning. This situation happened approximately one year ago, and as parents, we were devastated. It took us a long time to fully process everything that happened--not because we didn't care, but because our top priority was always to protect our son and make sure he was emotionally safe. The pain caused by what happened didn't affect only him--it hurt us deeply as his parents and family. We had to rely on loved ones for emotional support to cope. Now, after time and reflection, we feel able to speak about it because this should never happen again. When our son faced conflict with other students, the school's response was troubling. Instead of fairness and compassion, his teacher reacted with harshness. Her behavior was relentless and cruel toward a 12-year-old child. That conduct was inappropriate and did not reflect Catholic values of safety and respect. As a teacher, her role should have been to guide and support students--not judge or take sides. She clearly took sides, damaging the trust our son had placed in her. He initially felt safe and confident but felt betrayed. She never tried to talk with him about what happened or gave him a chance to explain himself. We were also disturbed when the teacher held a private conversation with our son without informing us. That happened during questionable disciplinary action, which we found unacceptable. We are concerned she held a personal grudge against him--something no school should allow. No child should feel singled out or intimidated by a teacher. It became clear she did not want our son in her class or at the school. She bullied him and damaged his self-worth so deeply we worried for his mental health. He no longer felt safe; he felt scared, anxious, and uncomfortable. He feared constant judgment, which made learning impossible. We also saw a divide between students who started young and those who joined later. New students were not treated equally or supported fully. This extended to extracurriculars--our son was excluded from sports for lacking experience, which left him isolated and discouraged. Eventually, we had to enroll our son in a new school. Transitioning to middle school was hard enough; being pushed out of a school he loved made it even harder. The school should be ashamed of how this was handled. No one stood up for him, and a teacher abused his trust and undermined his success. The school claims to follow Christ's example and hold high moral standards. That should include compassion, protection, and forgiveness. But these values were only words, not reflected in actions. The school failed to protect our son and allowed personal biases to guide decisions. Because of all this, we made the difficult decision to withdraw our son immediately. It was heartbreaking, but we no longer believed he was safe in that environment. We hope the school reflects and makes changes to prevent other children from suffering similarly. Based on our experience, we cannot recommend this school--especially for students entering in later grades.

My two boys goes St.James now. My kids going St.James since pre school…read more This is great little private community school. I love the location near by my house and work. One of kind in this Windsor Squar and Mid Wilshire Area. Great diversity, Great Teacher & School programs(Day & Aftercare) You need to check our the schools and all parents

We have been at St. James' for two years and love that it is an organically diverse school that…read moremirrors the best of Los Angeles. The administration, staff, teachers, parents, and the students have a sense of humility that permeates school life and is a core value for the community. The entire community is focused on supporting a school that prioritizes academic excellence in an environment that is mindful of social and behavioral development and celebrates authentic diversity. We love the school's staff who work tirelessly to make this school a safe and joyful place and the skilled teachers who challenge and inspire. We have formed bonds with wonderful parents and have found them to be similarly dedicated to ensuring that their children are academically challenged, valued, and develop with a core sense of humility. St. James' is uniquely representative of this critically important balance that is talked about and yet so elusive but core to everything that is St. James'.

My daughter recently started going to school here and it's great. I won't say too much, but you…read moreshould definitely consider it if you're looking in this area. UPDATE: After going here for a year, the school and the Pre-K program here is really great. It's really getting by daughter ready for kindergarten (academically and emotionally) this year. It's really nice to have a year of Pre-K at the same school. Very small class sizes, great teachers and care until 6:30pm

Wilshire Private is a great school. It's very united in every way. Teachers, parents and kids-the…read morecommunity is great. Small classes = more time for each child. Movie night once a month for the kids and parents, monthly meetings with the parents and principal to talk about upcoming events and address any concerns or praises. All the kids get along and bullying is not tolerated. Monthly assemblies the teach the kids about being kind, helpful, etc.. My daughter loves it-she always wants to stay and play in the school yard after school.

Our two girls have been in city kids for four years and we are so thrilled with the school and…read morecommunity. Having a school that goes till 6pm is so helpful for us as a family with two working parents. We also really appreciate the bilingual education the school provides. We've seen such tremendous strides in our kids comprehension and use of Spanish over the last few years in this program. The teachers at city kids really really care about our girls and we have had lasting relationships with them over the years. They are passionate, hard working, and so dedicated. We have personally had incidents where our kids have needed special considerations, such as dietary restrictions or sleep and nap schedule changes and we have been so touched by the way the school did their absolute best to accommodate those concerns and issues to the best of their ability. They consulted a sleep specialist to find the best solution for one daughter who needed to end naps earlier than usual, and worked with the other daughter's changing dietary restrictions gracefully when we were trying to find out which foods were causing her problems. We have also seen numerous sensitive issues over the years handled with a measured and deft response that secured our confidence in the priorities , abilities, and mission of the school. In parent teacher conferences, we get a thorough written evaluation and ILP ( individualized learning plan) for our child's performance in both Spanish and English programs and can see in detail where our kids are thriving or could use additional assistance. It includes specific recommendations on things to work on for them, such as which numbers they skip in counting , or reverse in writing, or social emotional issues the teachers see while watching the kids play. We are so grateful that the school has such an incredible level of attention to each child's needs. As a family we consider ourselves so lucky to have found this school and couldn't be happier.

Our daughter has attended Argo preschool for the last two years and it has been an incredible…read moreexperience for her and our family. The preschool director and the teachers are incredible, they love the kids so deeply and get to know all the families so well. The kids are challenged academically and it's been incredible to see how much our 4 year old has learned. They go on fun and exciting field trips, have access to extracurriculars and have a nice rotation of activities depending on the season (water play in summer, areal class in the fall etc). The hours are great for working parents and the kids are fed very healthy and interesting foods, helping to expand their palates. Each month they focus on a different global destination and they also learn about social issues in an age-appropriate way. I can't imagine a better preschool experience for our daughter and I'm so thankful for everything she has learned in such a short period of time!

Fully accredited private school in the center of West Hollywood. Great educational programs, very…read morefamily oriented.

Our daughter started studying here from 8 grade , now she is at 9 grade …read more Most important part my daughter is happy about her school, she loves it. Education here is strong. Students get chance to finish high school a year earlier and get to good college because of the knowledge they got here. They have political science and psychology class at 8 grade along with 9 graders , which is impressive. My daughter has Spanish and Russian language classes . Students get 100% attention from their teachers ! They are always welcome to stay after school and do their homework in safe and quiet environment! I strongly recommend that school !

I have been working at Harkham-GAON Academy since its inception. I am so proud of the work that we…read moredo and the students that we graduate. I value the personal relationships that we have built with our students over time and look forward to many great years at the school.

My kids attended 3rd Street Elementary, and I agree with many of the reviews here…read more One thing I noticed was that the principal and assistant principal seemed much friendlier and more welcoming to families who donated a lot of money to the school. My kids attended through the PALS program, and afterward they were supposed to return to their home school. I noticed that some students were allowed to stay, and from what I saw, many of those families were active donors. One of my children really wanted to stay. She was well-behaved, did well in school, and had no behavioral issues, but she wasn't given the opportunity. I never really understood why. I also felt that if you appeared wealthy, the staff--including the administration--treated you differently. They were never outright rude, but they often came across as dismissive if you didn't look like you had money. Many of the staff also seemed conceited and superficial, and it often felt like appearances and financial contributions mattered more than anything else. That was my personal experience. That said, there were definitely positives. The teachers were kind to my kids, and the campus is very clean and well maintained. The school offers more enrichment programs than many other public schools, has an active PTA, and provides a lot of opportunities for students. There are also many open enrollment spots, likely because many families in the neighborhood choose private schools instead. Since it's a Korean Dual Language school, I did notice that many of the open enrollment spots seemed to go to Korean families, which makes sense given the program. If your child has an IEP, I had a positive experience with the special education program through second grade. The support my children received was good. My only complaint was that the IEP administration changed every year, so we often had to start over with new administrators who weren't familiar with my child's needs. Overall, I think it's a good school with a lot to offer. My biggest criticism is that it often felt like families who donated, volunteered heavily, or appeared more affluent received more attention and opportunities than others. While my children had kind teachers and a positive experience in many ways, I didn't always feel that all families were treated equally.

Third Street is an incredible school. There are negative reviews on here from people with a sense…read moreof entitlement that they try to project on the school. It's one of the highest academically achieving public elementary schools in the city and those lucky enough to have it as their home school are truly fortunate. Getting in via a waiver is understandably difficult as a result, but possible as I can personally attest to. Fundraising is absolutely part of the culture at the school, but no specific amount is ever required. That's illegal at a public school. The school does ask for a donation of any amount that is "meaningful to your family," but that could be $5 if that's your situation. The school is in an affluent neighborhood so the largest share of donations are coming from people who can well afford it. All the cuts to public schools; art teachers, science teachers, physical education - that doesn't exist here because third street parents pay for them via donations. Teacher quality is high. There is a great sense of community and it's a diverse one at that. Every family has a different experience and I'm certain some didn't like their time at Third Street. As a whole however, it's unfortunate that there aren't more schools like Third Street, because a lot more kids should be able to benefit similarly to what the majority experience here. Ignore the reviews from the non-attending families. It comes across as nothing more than sour grapes.