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.

This school has touched our hearts in so many ways. Our daughter has come home learning everything…read morefrom colors, manners, numbers, Spanish, songs, and her social emotional skills have SKY ROCKETED. I was terrified to put my daughter In school as a first time mom. I actually couldn't handle the anxiety so I pulled her out after I was sobbing all day the first day she was gone. Well, penny and the staff were not only empathetic but made me feel comfortable doing things on my own time table. So when I decided to try again a week later I was welcomed with open arms. The quality of the teachers here feels more like a family. Everyone in the school helps each other. Miss Jazzy, Miss Caitlin, really every single teacher I have ever met has made me feel like home. They all know your child and love your child. Miss Wulan and Miss Ann Marie were her home room teachers and wow. These woman.. they don't make them like this anymore! Positive, loving, personal, engaged are only a few ways to describe them. They have been absolutely instrumental to Logan's growth and experience. She has thrived and become a social butterfly. These teachers never look tired and are always up beat. Ms Chrystal at the front desk always welcomes you with warmth and familiarity and never judged how many incident reports my daughter had. I was always met with comfort and understanding whenever I was worried about something my Daughter had done! And the school is owned and managed by Penny who is a GEM of a human being. These women are loving, smart, and are valued so much. They deserve the world and I'm so grateful to have found them. I'm forever in debt to this school and all it has done for myself and my daughter. Also, they know how much I love them and never once asked for a review. But if you are a nervous mom, or want an honest take, please ask penny for my number and I'd be happy to walk you through how they made this experience incredible.

We absolutely love The Goddard School of Gilbert (at East Germann). Even though there were a few…read moreoptions closer to us, we chose this preschool because the atmosphere here just felt different, in the best way. From the very first visit, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. You can tell the team really loves what they do. Our main teacher is always so happy around the children, you can feel her joy, and it really stood out compared to other places we toured. All the teachers are kind and smiling, and they take the time to connect with both the children and the parents. It's such a warm, supportive environment. Literally everyone is so nice! Another huge factor for us was safety and peace of mind. As a parent, being able to drop off your child without worrying is everything, and this preschool makes that possible. The classroom ratios are low, the environment is always clean, the sign-in process is secure, and they're thoughtful about food and nutrition. We've also had no issues with recurring colds or back-to-back illnesses, which has been such a relief. All of that makes a big difference. They've also been incredibly flexible, willing to work with us to make sure our child feels comfortable, whether that means bringing a favorite stuffy from home or making food & drink accommodations. They even have an easy, healthy lunch ordering system, which has been such a plus for our busy mornings. There are always fun activities and themes planned, plus special events like Splash Days and the petting zoo! We get daily updates (naps, meal times) and photos, which we look forward to every day. Our child is always excited to go, and it's clear the other children are happy too. This location has such a cozy, close-knit feel, and the whole team is just wonderful. We're so thankful we found this place, it truly feels like a second home. Special thank you to Ms. Sydni, Ms. Crystal, Ms. Maressa, Ms. Diane, Ms. Caitlin, Ms. Jazmine, Ms. Mahjoba, and Ms. Penny, you've all made such a difference for our family

Pros: Excellent teachers who truly care about each student. Particularly, Mr. Padilla (he's…read moreincredible!), Mrs. Kotkin and Mr. Rohner. Jennifer, in the front office, is great as well. Cons: Principal Jayne Bostow allows sexual assault/harrassment, bullying and retaliation of the assailant to go unpunished and doesn't seem to care about or feel the need to trouble herself with the effects it has on her students, particularly female students in the upper grades. Mrs. Bostow blatantly ignored the schools own rules and regulations in their handbook from the very start of when the first complaint was verbally filed. When we were finally given a form to file a complaint, the issue still wasn't dealt with in a timely or concise manner. For this reason, I had to pull all four of my children out. Thankfully, therapy is helping with my child who suffered from relentless abuse from her aggressor at this small Charter. From our perspective through this horrendous experience, Title IV is basically non-existent at this school. Mr. Dennis O'Reilly, Head of Schools, was made aware of the situation and also did nothing but send out an email reply that didn't really bring much comfort or offer any real solutions. It's a shame, because the teachers at this school are the best we've ever had and it was really difficult to come to the decision to leave. But, I will not allow any of my children to be treated so indignantly by the person who should have their best interests at heart.

When we were looking for a school for our son to attend Kindergarten, we were overwhelmed. There…read moreare so many options, whether public or charter, and being new to the Gilbert area, we didn't know which way to go. When I found Leman Academy Mesa, it was entirely by chance as I drove by it one day. I thought to myself, what a cute school, and it was literally down the street from our house, so I booked a tour. Mind you; this was before the pandemic. When we attended the tour, we were greeted by the sweetest administration staff and even the Principal! Mrs. Bostow is hands down the best Principal ever. The fact that she was not only in attendance for our tour but also presented info on herself, her background, and the school's mission says a lot about the values they encompass and the family/community feel they want their scholars' families to experience. We did not experience anything like this at the other schools we toured. Some of those folks couldn't even correctly introduce themselves! Now fast forward to 2020 and the pandemic. Mrs. Bostow and the entire administration staff at Leman have gone above and beyond to keep all families informed and up to date on the new procedures, policies, and progress as we deal with this global situation. They've surpassed any expectations my husband and I could have had for such a situation. We have officially started Kindergarten this week, and on the first day, my son came home with new friends and the happiest disposition. He loves his teachers so much and can't wait to learn! He said Mrs. Robins is funny and friendly, and Mr. Opazo was silly and fun. We are very blessed to have found such an amazing school with core values, a classical model for learning, family and community support, stellar staff, and top-notch security. We couldn't imagine being anywhere else and are so happy our sons will be apart of the Leman family for years to come. Here's hoping they decide to open a High School by the time our sons reach that age. :)

I absolutely love ALA Gilbert North! I looked at several schools before choosing ALA and I am SO…read morehappy that I did. The teachers and faculty truly care about each students success and education. Not only is their curriculum top notch but they also teach students how to be respectful, have integrity and how to be accountable for themselves. They are teaching the students valuable lessons that will continue with each student as they press on toward their futures. If there was ever a concern with my child's education or his well being at the school it was quickly addressed and resolved. I am so thankful my child will continue to receive his education at ALA! In response to other comments, I would have to disagree with some. I am not rich and I am not Mormon and my son is treated equally along with others students who are religiously and culturally diverse. The students at ALA are sent home with a lot of homework as does any other charter school. I do not mind the amount of homework because as my son finishes this school year, he is already learning at the next grade level as well as his other classmates. My son may not be experiencing other issues within the school as he is still in elementary. I am a realist, at any school there will be bullying, there will be students who do not act appropriately, there will be students who will break the rules and bring inappropriate things to school ("vapes and drugs"). As this happens, students will make their own decisions on how to behave whether it be good or bad. I would love to know if there are ANY schools in the area who do not experience this, because even at a private religious school these things are going on. I know ALA has a ZERO tolerance policy and follows it. Hopefully other parents are realizing this and may consider speaking to their children more rather than blame the school for everything. As I stated before, I love ALA and their values. I will continue to enroll my child at this school despite the negative reviews.

Nothing but an LDS machine trying to indoctrinate your kids into their faith or shun them. I've…read moreworked with so many kids who have left these campuses after they've been verbally and mentally abused by staff and other LDS kids. It's very real, AZ needs to do something about these academies, they are nothing but abusive if you're not LDS. If your kids come home telling you things that sound outrageous, believe them. These people lie lie lie and protect themselves, I've never met such a horrible group of people who try to call themselves Christian's .

Kinderbugs continues to exceed our expectations! From day one, the teachers have been incredibly…read morecaring, attentive, and truly dedicated to creating a loving and nurturing environment. My child feels happy, safe, and excited to go every single day -- which says everything as a parent. The communication is wonderful, and you can really tell how much heart they put into what they do. We are so grateful for Mrs. Sheila and the entire Kinderbugs team. Highly, highly recommend!

My son loves coming to Kinderbugs. Would highly recommend the preparatory school. I'm so happy and…read moregrateful we found this place. The staff is so amazing. Thank you guys

This review reflects our experience at the Val Vista campus only and is specific to the current…read moreadministration there: We enrolled believing a small, faith-based school would provide stronger leadership, accountability, and a more protected learning environment than public options. That was not our experience. Beneath the polished tours and Christian branding, leadership at this campus proved ineffective, dismissive, and unwilling to meaningfully address serious concerns raised by families. Many parents are drawn to a Christian school hoping to shield children from age-inappropriate influences; ironically, in our personal experience, our children were exposed to more inappropriate language and behavior here than they had been in a Chandler public school, with limited administrative response. Administration frequently emphasized high demand to attend, yet from our firsthand experience and conversations with other parents, just as many families appeared to be leaving. Academic quality and classroom professionalism raised serious questions about how teachers are hired, their qualifications, and why turnover seemed high. Tuition and a Christian label do not automatically guarantee a better education, stronger values, or responsible leadership. This review is shared in good faith to encourage families to look beyond appearances and ask direct questions about leadership accountability, discipline policies, teacher hiring practices, and retention before enrolling.

Very exclusive, it feels like you are trying to hand pick your students and exclude anyone that may…read morenot be an "A" student.

8/25/26 First Visit to this campus. Heart Cry hosted our…read moreMonthly Valley Directors meeting.which is held at a different Church each month. Houses of Worship from all religions are welcomed, we had faith based attendees from across the Vally tonight. After dinner we got into the agenda. Announcements Presentations Guest speakers Training facilities Pass the microphone sharing Networking Wrap-up This campus is growing fast and has a private school; grade school through Jr. High. Great evening after a three month summer break. Reminder we have more in common than our differences. Change the trajectory of someone's day with an act of kindness my friends-SYOY!

Scheduled a school tour, and they couldn't be bothered to set aside any time to talk to us about…read morethe school. Very awkward vibes, and as we asked questions inquiring about the curriculum and goals and expectations, the assistant couldn't answer any of the questions. Then ultimately told us they wouldn't have room for our child in the fall. If that's the case then why are you scheduling tours? Wasting people's time. Very unprofessional and discourteous for being a faith based academy. Definitely not recommending this school to anyone.

I'd like to thank Canyon State Academy for caring for my son James (2010) in such a way that while…read morein your care, my son received an abundance of support that increased his self-esteem, self-worth, and academically, he thrived meeting all of his academic goals. I will forever be grateful to you, your mission and endless commitment. Blessings to your staff for caring for son during his life changing journey. Thank you!

The abuse runs rampant at this school, and it's not even funny. If you're a parent thinking about…read moresending your child here, please please please reconsider. I guarantee you that your child will experience some form of abuse here. I attended a few years ago and the treatment of the kids here was depressing. A lot of teachers and coaches and instructors were on unacceptable power trips. If you do your research you will find that this facility has been under investigation multiple times for lots of different types of abuse. Multiple students have died here as well.

I can't say enough good things about San Tan Charter School. Every teacher we've encountered has…read morebeen so caring and patient. They actually enforce a zero tolerance approach on bullying, which is great. I am grateful for San Tan creating a safe space for my children.

My oldest attended San Tan Montessori school years ago. We were promised everything until the sun…read moreand recommended to move from 3 days a week to every day, with limited income. My son had a high IQ and gifted, but limited communication. We were told he had behavioral issues daily, and I would be in the office after school, upset trying to figure things out. Now I'm a behavior analyst and realize how wrong the school was. one day he came home with scratch marks on him and no one could tell me how it happened. I immediately removed it and transferred him to Knox Gifted Academy. He thrived there, and he never came home with marks that "no one" had any idea how he got them. Between that and learning how they mismanaged funds and had to pay back $180K. Who would trust them? https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/gilbert-education/2019/06/13/arizona-san-tan-montessori-school-inc-execs-kristofer-rita-sippel-repay-state-180-k/1279389001/