4 of my 5 kids go to Self Development Academy (1 is currently in Preschool and 3 in higher grade…read morelevels). We've had positive experiences since our kids started here in the 2's and 3's on the preschool side. My 6 other nieces and nephews also attend this school and we've all had a great experience with SDP and SDA. This school has high rankings in academics but also has a wonderful team who all have your children's best interest at heart. Dr. Majeed, Miss Vernetta, all the teachers Miss Mickey, Miss Amber, Miss Haschke, Miss Oliver, Miss Jenn C., even all the front desk staff (Lonnie, Deena, Brittni), and especially the principal Jenn Salvatori have all been wonderful and helpful with our kids! There was recently an issue with another child was being very rude/disrespectful a couple of times and I reported it right away since my child was upset and crying. I'm happy to report that the resolution was swift. I was also kept updated about how it was being addressed both with the students and internally among their staff/teachers. SDA stresses the importance of the 4 R's Respect, Responsibility, Readiness, and Resiliency as well as academics with opportunities to advance. SDA was also very accommodating when we had to go to online school during COVID and truly care about your child's well being. My kids feel safe here, trust their teachers and administration, and have honestly thrived at this school since being here. I feel blessed to have this school so close to home and to trust my kids with a school that provides such solid support.

I have chosen to not post a review about SDA to stay positive and let that horrible time in my…read morefamily's life go, but seeing this article in our local paper is too much. This school is focused so solely on high achievement that they will do everything possible to push out children who do not perform. My daughter went here with minimal issue, other than adjusting to the old school dictation-style teaching and an isolated situation where a stessed teacher used questionable methods to discipline the entire class for being disruptive. My son has ADHD and was put into detentions and in-school suspension over the allowable number of times per year by state law while he was in grades K-4. He was excluded from activities and field trips, put last in his kindergarten graduation despite it being alphabetical (his name should've been read 3rd - he was th only child not listed in order) and I was constantly told how I should consider medication (again - at 5 years old). They were oblivious to handling a 504 plan. My son was so deflated by his first 5 years of school that he dreaded every day. I have spoken with numerous parents who went through similar situations at this school. The goal is obviously to overwhelm the student and their parents into removal so they don't have to deal with the situation. My son is thriving now in the great public schools in NE Mesa, but still looks back on his time at SDA with trauma. On the positive side, telling his painful experience at SDA did help with legislation to prevent schools from issuing unnecessary suspension to elementary age children. This school may be wonderful for some children, but they do not "give unconditional love" for children with ADHD. If your child is trying to find their way through this complicated journey, this is NOT the school for you.

Everything about this school makes me want to cry. I went here for 7-9 grade and middle school was…read morefine, I really liked eighth grade. But then freshman year was awful. The teachers couldn't care less about you and what may be going on in your life. All that school cares about is grades and how well you're doing work. The classes are an hour and half long and you are CONSTANTLY doing stuff the entire hour and a half. I wouldn't get home till 4:15 and was still doing homework for an hour after that. If you're not insanely intelligent might as well just give up because that's all you're good for at this school. Making my whole life about school made me lowkey insanely depressed and I hated my life because of that school.

Yuck! Beautiful campus but this school feels like a cult. I recently joined a family member on a…read moretour of the campus and it was borderline upsetting. "We make sure to save all of our student's social media profiles and we have someone who scans them to make sure they aren't posting anything inappropriate". THESE ARE HIGH SCHOOLER'S? What a boundary infringement. "We have our students look up to the founding presidents like Thomas Jefferson as their role models". The same Jefferson who had over 600 slaves in his lifetime. It's a NO from me. LOL.

This school is amazing--my daughter has attended here since Kindergarten and she loves it and she…read morehas grown from being at the school in all ways--academic, social, and most importantly, spiritual. There is a great sense of purpose and community at the school, very able leadership and the most caring teachers you will find anywhere. I wish my other two kids had been able to attend this school. I highly recommend this school.

I feel like this school has a lot of potential but right now I feel like the middle school does not…read morelook like it is the best thing I walked in and the teacher was lecturing them and yelling at them, but from what I saw the elementary is looking great I also think that the head of school should be switched with the vice, I feel like the vice could be better in the end.

We love ALA - Gilbert K-6…read more We had took our son out of public school as he was struggling a lot and seemed behind. We were hesitant to put him into ALA as they are a little bit more advanced and within a few months he was excelling! The teachers that we have had have been amazing and truly care and help our kid in any way they possibly can. I really appreciate their hard work and help. The pick up line and drop off isnt bad after the first couple of weeks and everyone gets used to it. We are sad to be leaving and moving to a new school.

I have one student at the Jr. High and two students at the Gilbert campus. I've done everything…read morefrom public school to home schooling and my kids could not be any happier than at ALA! They are developing great leadership skills as well as a love of learning. I'm so thankful that we found this great school! I highly recommend it to anyone who wants their child to grow up with values and integrity!

St Mary-Basha Catholic school is a hidden gem in downtown Chandler! For 80 years it has been…read moreeducating the student in the Catholic faith as well as exceptional academics. We have been attending SMB for over 10 years, and we couldn't be happier. Weekly curriculum includes art, Spanish, PE, science and music. Extra-curricular activities are available for EVERY interest! Band, theater, choir, orchestra, chess, robotics, ballet, sports, STEM, to name a few. Junior high students can choose from many electives, such as forensic science, anatomy and physiology, personal finance, sewing, improvisation, screen writing, and many, many others! The teachers are exceptional and truly care about the success of EACH and every student. My older children are academically doing well, and were challenged by SMB's curriculum. They are now succeeding in a Catholic high school. My younger children struggled to return to grade level after Covid-19 quarantine (SMB returned to in-person option in Aug of 2020, thank goodness!) The teachers and support staff dedicated much time to getting my children back up to par. I was touched! The school has math and reading specialists and a counselor present on campus. The students practice the sacraments regularly; they attend mass at least weekly, as well as regular confession and adoration. Priests can be seen regularly attending morning prayer, and the sisters are employees of the school as teachers, school nurse and playground monitors. I love having religious priests and nuns present daily in the students' school day. The principal is a phenomenal leader! Lastly, the parent community is unbeatable; very supportive of each other and prays for the students, staff and each other with weekly rosaries and monthly adoration, and bible studies. It is worth your time to visit this school in person. You will be blown away!

Just shy of 70 years of the complete education is tucked away in downtown Chandler, AZ. Mind, Body,…read moreand Soul is enriched by great Principal, Staff, Faculty, and community. Parent involvement is amazing and vital to this school. This school in particular scores highest in the diocese in ITBS and many students coming in are catching up to their pace and level. Extra-curricular activities include Robotics, Music/Band, Sports: Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, and Flag Football, Chess and more. After school care is available. Financial Aid is available. But the graces received - priceless.

Tyrone W. Review was absolutely false my son was the one who found the gun left by security…read moreauthorized to carry the gun in the restroom. It was dealt with swiftly, professionally, and safely. I have 7 kids who have gone through this amazing school and I Praise God for it everyday.

Every time I'm on campus I'm greeted by the most amazing staff. They are so kind. They have some of…read morethe best teachers. The principals are very kind and helpful. Always a pleasure interacting with the staff and getting the best support and service from them.

MONEY GRAB & NOT ETHICAL!!! We toured, submitted an application + $250 fee, and was told the…read moreinterview was next. Received a call on a Friday from the admissions manager that they would be out on Monday when actually they were out for the week on a mission trip. I followed up and their backup had no clue about our family or what was going on. The vice principal told them to tell us we would hear from them shortly. Then we received a letter from the principal late on the Friday afternoon before Spring Break that after "prayer" they could not (would not/did not want to) meet our sons need. The letter was very condescending and came off as if the principal and staff where the only ones with a prayer life. When I followed up on what was the factual basis of their decision and why we were never afforded our interview. The principal was not forthcoming with details. My husband and I take the Blessing of being on this parenting journey as a way to honor Gods greatest gift (children). So, when I asked for feedback it was a sincere ask to see if we could better meet our sons needs. The principal NEVER addressed why we were not granted our interview or provided feedback. We did everything we were asked and paid the fee only to be refused a complete application/interview process. There are other schools with better ethical practices, honest, and truly representative of the Christian values that Jesus asks of us. Not their skewed and narrow minded view of Christianity!!

You'll find teachers who care deeply for the development of your kids, both spiritually and…read moreemotionally. They'll be challenged with the education and enjoy a really great culture that works hard to connect kids and help them build friendships. Had two kids go through.

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.