The grounds of Ocean View Elementary School are open to the public during non-school operating…read morehours. Hours are posted on the fence for those who want a quick answer and no in-person interaction. My first visit, when I was trying to figure out if the grounds were open to the public, no one was around so I thought to read the signage on the fence and sure enough that was the case. In my living in Albany, I came to think of it as an extension of Ocean View Park during its open to everyone hours. If a visitor to the school, signage also clearly communicated to check in at the front desk. Grounds were well-maintained and typically, though not always, open during the posted hours.

Bullies there are always teasing and bullying at recess. The principal does not solve the bullying…read moreand the bullying still continues and even the recess duty teachers stand up for the bully.

Tilden Prep has been transformative for our son, who's twice exceptional. It offers greater depth…read moreand breadth of curriculum and more highly educated staff than its competitors, like Fusion Academy. For example, Tilden offers Multivariable Calculus and Linear Algebra. While such courses are offered at a community college, having the option to learn 1:1 is critical in giving a student a more solid foundation before entering a 4-year college. At the same time, the rates make more sense than Fusion Academy, which is on a trimester system and 30% more. Tilden is run like a school rather than a corporation. It's more pure to its cause. Good job Tilden. Keep up the good work!

Our son had a great experience at Tilden. He is very bright but struggled to organize his thoughts…read moreand get them down on paper. We enrolled him in English 9 at Tilden and had him take the rest of his classes in his public high school. His Tilden teacher, Dave Locey, helped him learn the steps of writing and feel good about his progress and talents. He said Mr. Locey was the best teacher he'd had :). He wanted to get ahead in math (because the common core track forced him to take math slowly with a lot of boring repetition) so we enrolled him in Geometry through Tilden over the summer. Even though he could have taken Geometry online for less money, we felt the one-on-one instruction and monitored pacing and instruction helped him stay on track and thus made it more likely he'd succeed. He got through the course very quickly and is now starting Algebra 2 at his HS so he'll be able to take Calculus before he graduates. His Tilden math teacher was also very knowledgeable and positive.

As someone who moved to the Bay Area about a decade ago, I've often missed the sense of Persian…read morecommunity I grew up with, attending "mehmoonis" (parties), hearing Iranian music fill our home, and being surrounded by our rich, beautiful culture. When it came time to find a preschool for my son, I dreamed of a place that could offer him that same warmth and connection, and Golestan has given us exactly that and more. The first time I stepped into Golestan's "hayaat" (yard), I was instantly transported to my grandpa's garden in Iran. The laughter, the trees, the care woven into every detail. It's such a lively, loving, and vibrant space where my son learns, plays, makes friends, and creates lasting memories. The teachers are absolute angels, deeply nurturing, creative, and so attuned to each child. From the thoughtfully designed classrooms to the fresh, nourishing food (with ingredients straight from their learning garden!), every aspect of Golestan reflects an intentional, heartful approach to education and community. I feel truly honored for my son to spend his days in such a magical and enriching environment, surrounded by love, culture, and curiosity, and I'm already dreaming of the day my daughter can join. Regardless of your background or heritage, Golestan is a place worth experiencing. I'm sure they'll woo you at "Salaam" :)

It is an AMAZING school. They have created magic at the school and it has become an extension of…read moreour home. The teachers love being there and always have a smile. The happy environment is very accepting of kids and loving towards them. The environment is very conducive to learning and building self confidence for the kids. The Director is probably the most passionate person I have met about education and every detail in the school show it.

Both of our kids graduated from CPC, and we're so glad we found this place…read more Five years ago, when we were looking for a preschool for our first child, we visited many in our area. We used Yelp to make a list and toured each one, but there was always something that didn't feel quite right - one school, for example, only offered interesting programs in the afternoon, which didn't work for us. It started to feel like we were running out of options, especially since we wanted a preschool close to home where our child could socialize easily (we speak a different language at home, so this was important to us). Then, one day, my wife happened to walk past CPC. She picked up a flyer by the gate and scheduled a tour. We're still grateful she did. We were impressed from the start. During the visit, a child came up to our daughter, offered her a hand, and asked if she wanted to play. That small gesture meant a lot. We learned about CPC's program, saw the projects and the daily schedule, and knew this was the right place for our daughter. Years later, we're still happy with that decision. Our second child also went to CPC, and both of our kids absolutely loved it. They've grown into kind, emotionally intelligent, creative children who make friends easily. They know so much about nature thanks to CPC, and they often surprise us with the things they've learned. The preschool also offers a wide variety of activities - our kids enjoyed field trips, music, gymnastics, and swimming classes. It's clear that CPC goes beyond just childcare - it's a place that truly nurtures curiosity and development. Now, as we're expecting our third child, we don't even need to think about it - CPC is the obvious choice.

There is no higher reccomendation I can give than this: For many years, I have trusted Erica and…read moreher team with my daughter. Their after care and day care program are excellent, they are reliable, consistent, capable, compassionate, and clear communicators.

My son attended this school for 4 years and my daughter now been there for 3 years. What a…read morewonderful community of students and families. The environment fostered at School of the Madeleine is incomparable to any school that I've ever visited before. Any kid will thrive anywhere if they are destined, but for a parent to thrive as well is a dream! There are many activities for students to make wonderful friends and build great memories. The teachers work from the heart and the principal and staff are welcoming and supportive. I highly recommend this school for families looking to give their child a well-rounded education!

We spent the better part of 2021 researching schools for our twin boys to begin Kindergarten and…read moreafter several recommendations from friends, we landed at The School of the Madeleine. Our boys are headed into 3rd grade and we could not be more grateful for the experience we've had at The Madeleine in our first three years. Beginning Kindergarten at a school where our children didn't know a single person was a bit scary for us, as parents. They were immediately comfortable and welcomed into the community by the faculty, staff, students and the families. The genuine warmth and inclusivity that was around us was so refreshing and it has only grown stronger since then. We have found the Madeleine to be an incredibly well balanced and enriching place for our children as well as us parents, too. The principles and values exhibited at the school extend well beyond the classroom. We are as happy with the culture at the school as we are with the education. Anyone who attends just one of the daily morning assemblies can feel the positive energy emanating from the administration, faculty, students and families. It's my favorite way to start my mornings . . . no joke. I cannot recommend the School of the Madeleine enough for those seeking a home for their child's K-8 education. We are deeply grateful for the wonderful experiences and relationships we've had in the relatively short time we've been here.

I do not recommend the school. On my first day of school I had a male staff walk my daughter to the…read moreclassroom and later thanked the principal for having the staff member walk my daughter to school. She said oh was it Mrs------? I said no it was a man and her response was we don't have any men working at the school and then she goes. Oh well it must just be a staff member of the day. This was very concerning and I did not like this happening on the first day of school. Then the second day of school, my daughter was put into the afterschool program which she's not enrolled in by her teacher. I have been asking since day, one to volunteer in the classroom and have gotten fingerprinted and have gotten no response about it. I have been completely dismissed. She picks other people to volunteer in the classroom, even though I was the only one to sign up at open house. I've been persistent about wanting to volunteer and no response. My daughter has been through trauma, and I shared this with the teacher on the first day of school and I feel I've been discriminated against. It's been quite upsetting and it was a big mistake to have my daughter register at the school. Staff are not understanding and can be very under mining.

This is our second year at Fairmont Elementary. My daughter is in Ms Cook's 2nd grade class and we…read morelove her! I love the way she carries her voice and she has a way of calmness whether she is happy or upset with the kids. As a parent I would like to be more like her when I am especially upset with my kids! Parent participation is welcomed at the school and I can't encourage parents enough,to take advantage of volunteering. I love that my daughter sees me active with her school along with the other kids asking me if we are doing an art project? We had our 2nd Silent Fiesta Auction which was a huge success. When we walk on campus, all the teachers on yard duty always smile and say hello! The office staff and Principal Ms Murphy are wonderful and always ready to help! I am looking forward to another 4 years at Fairmont Elementary.

My 8yo, who was deeply opposed to summer strings camp, came back with incredible joy and glee after…read moreday 1 of camp and begged to do the camp again next summer. The entire two weeks she was incredibly engaged, even choosing to practice on her own (which she'd never done before!!) because she was so enthusiastic about the music and camp. I'm so impressed by Crowden's faculty and counselors. I was also really amazed at the end of camp recital how much the kids were able to learn. They had a chorus with the whole camp where they sang a Bach cantata in German together - and it actually sounded good! Crowden really ignited a fire in my kiddo who was definitely meh about music up until now. Can't wait to send her back for another summer session.

The intro to music for kids class is ridiculous. Just a waste of money and time, actually…read morecounterproductive if your kid wants to learn music.