My kids have been going to this school for 3 years now . We absolutely love this school. All the…read moreteachers are so loving and caring. The principal Ms. Miller is so amazing .

Our little one is finally enrolled at SOEC in the PALS program and it has been a day/night…read moredifference from our previous schools. The teacher and assistants are calm, kind, and caring and even more surprising is the support and welcome we received from other parents! They have a nice app and the teacher posts daily updates and it's very transparent and open communication, which we appreciate very much! We hope that we stay until 5th grade.

Now I go to this school, currently as of date I am in forth grade. I am in Mrs.Muffoletto's Class…read moreand I have a lot to say. For example every single classroom has art. There are many enrichments that Lanai pays for Out-Of-Pocket. Sone of these include Computer Lab, with macs PE With an amazing coach and Science with an amazing teacher. Overall these bad reviews are all lies, and if they are true all of the bad teachers are gone. Another reason why this school is amazing is because of the principal. Instead of the sone principals in other schools just sitting down and waiting in a office this, instead he takes care of the school by talking to students sone times watching over the students and he also helps direct the school amazingly while doing all of that. Overall this school is amazing and I would recommend enrolling right now! -Hugo 4th Grade 2023

I regularly pray for Lanai and for all of its amazing staff and parent volunteers…read more I just attended my Kindergartner's "Winter Concert". I was delighted to hear a program packed with myriad Hanukkah songs, from "Hanukkah o Hanukkah" to "Kindled by the Flame" (which references Hanukkah and Menorahs in every verse, complete with wiggling candle fingers). And of course the classic "Happy Hanukkah". All of these songs were absolutely beautiful, especially because each song was presented INTACT, without censorship. But what was ugly was the School's systematic censorship of "Christmas". Not a single time did the word Christmas get sung, and it was not by accident. The concert was so thoroughly de-Jesused that even the great "Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas" was bastardized to "Have yourself a Merry *Winter Season*"! I am the father of a family of church-going followers of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and Christmas marks His birth into this world. That said, I don't expect our public school to be teaching my kids Christmas hymns. But if Lanai staff ARE going to teach my son religious songs, then they cannot discriminate against Christians by deliberately avoiding and excising any mention of Christmas like it's Kryptonite. I cannot imagine the uproar if the entire music program had been filled with expressly Christmas songs and the closest thing to mentioning Hanukkah was "Happy Other Winter Thing". If Lanai is low-key trying to be a public Hebrew school, that's not what we signed up for. As a public school Lanai must be accountable to all its students, and to Federal Laws prohibiting religious discrimination.

I used to bring my 3 sons to this summer camp program in this school as well as bringing it to…read moreschool. Great Quality but one concern that i have is that the fire alarms keep ringing nonstop at 2 PM every weekday, it annoys my 3 sons a lot so im calling a vote to stop the alarms due to nonstop ringing. Other than that, great school designing, EVEN A POOL??? AWESOME! I recommend bringing ur children to this school. Another concern is that 8 GRAND FOR A CHILD? ABSURD Lower the prices for camp and school, this concludes my good/bad review

All 3 of our kids went here. Very good school with quality education. Recommended this school to…read moreour friends.

This school does not care about the parents or students when they have a concern but they love when…read moreyou donate money to them. I've had to reach out to the staff several times in order to get any responses which is kinda ridiculous. I've also noticed that they treat you different if you're not white. I've had multiple instances where I've witnessed it and have also experienced it. For example....Earlier this month I was picking up my son from school with my puppy. I had seen other parents walk in with their dogs before so I decided to bring mine along for the first time. As I got to the pick up gate I picked my puppy up and was walking behind another woman with her dog (who was light skinned) and out of nowhere I hear someone shouting. At first I had no idea this person was talking to me but the shouting got louder so I turned around. This teacher named PAT FOURNIER comes running, gets right in my face and starts shouting "Dogs are not allowed on the school grounds, you need to leave" . Mind you this is not only an adult but a teacher that is teaching our future generations. I asked that he stopped shouting and speak to me like a normal human being and he continued to shout. The yelling was completely unnecessary and disrespectful. He could have easily pat me on the shoulder and said "the dog is not allowed". I am a full grown adult who understands rules and I would have gladly walked out. The other woman that had walked in was left to go in without any repercussions. Racist much??? To make matters worse.... I called the front office to file a complaint. They said they would pass the message along to the principal who would be calling me back regarding the matter. It's been two weeks and nothing. When will I get a call Principal Kassebaum?

Please message me if you went to school here in the 1950s-or you know someone who did…read more Thank you kindly!

We feel incredibly grateful to have been part of Emek Hebrew Academy for so many years. All four of…read moreour children attended Emek, and looking back, choosing this school was one of the best decisions we have ever made as parents. From the very beginning, Emek provided our children with a warm, nurturing, and structured environment where they felt safe, supported, and truly cared for. The teachers are not only knowledgeable and professional, but also deeply invested in each child's personal growth. They take the time to understand every student's strengths, challenges, and personality, and that individual attention makes a huge difference. Academically, our kids received a strong education that prepared them well for the next stages of their lives. The curriculum is thoughtful, challenging, and balanced, combining strong general studies with meaningful Jewish education. Our children learned how to think critically, work hard, and take pride in their achievements. At the same time, they were never just treated as "students," but as whole people. Socially and emotionally, Emek truly shines. Over the years, our children made real friendships that lasted beyond the classroom. They learned how to respect others, work as a team, handle responsibility, and develop confidence in themselves. The sense of community among students, families, and staff is something special and not easy to find. One of the things we value most is the strong foundation of values Emek instills. Our children learned kindness, respect, integrity, responsibility, and connection to their Jewish identity in a meaningful and positive way. These lessons were not just taught, but modeled daily by the faculty and administration. As parents, that gave us tremendous peace of mind. The administration is approachable, responsive, and genuinely cares about the families. Communication has always been clear, and we felt listened to whenever we had questions or concerns. You truly feel like a partner in your child's education rather than just another parent on a list. Watching all four of our children grow, mature, and thrive through their years at Emek has been incredibly rewarding. Each child had their own unique journey, yet all of them walked away with strong academics, lifelong friendships, and solid values that will guide them throughout their lives. We highly recommend Emek Hebrew Academy to any family looking for a school that combines excellent education, strong values, and a warm community. Emek didn't just educate our children -- it helped shape who they are today, and for that, we will always be thankful.

Emek Hebrew Academy has been a blessing for my family and I. Our family wasn't observant and the…read moreschool accepted us with open arms and allowed for our family to grow and learn on our level and time. Best decision we ever could have made is put our kids at Emek. Beautiful campus to

Our two children have attended St. Francis since preschool and absolutely love it. There is such an…read moreemphasis on community and fostering a love of learning at a young age. The teachers are all attentive and very skilled educators. The school provides wonderful enrichment such as chess, tennis, and science - this is on top of the weekly school curriculum which includes Spanish, art and music classes. I also have to mention Principal Goethals - who is just the crème de la crème! She goes above and beyond to ensure the students feel safe and nurtured while also cultivating a great atmosphere for learning. We are very grateful for this terrific school and community!

I normally don't post reviews but I felt the need to review the school my kids go to because it's…read moreso hard to find a good private school that's big enough to have many friends in the class but small enough to foster a strong community. Saint Francis de Sales is committed to fostering a sense of community that you don't find in many places around Los Angeles. They organize various events and initiatives that bring together students, parents, and teachers, creating a supportive network that extends beyond the classroom. SFDS encourages students to explore their imaginations, fostering a love for innovation and problem-solving. SFDS students are given the freedom to express themselves and develop their unique talents through art, music, sports, drama, science and many other ways.

The worst year of my life, was my one year at Buckley School. Three decades ago, entering 7th…read moregrade; the children and teachers of this school welcomed me with bullying, daily threats, physical assaults and teacher-encouraged mocking. The evil I experienced at this school in 1990 was breathtaking, and by today's standards would have lead to this school's closure with all the social media video to back up my assertions. I almost committed su***de that year. "We let the children work out their problems themselves" was the mantra. No relief. No protection. Just the infliction of pure cruelty .... while the "adults" stood by and watched. Tho they ALWAYS stepped in to punish me when I tried to fight back. "The true measure of any society can be found in how it treats it's most vulnerable members." -Mahatma Ghandi. This quote follows me - haunts me to this day, BECAUSE of Buckley School. They taught me a very valuable lesson in this life: to not trust anyone.

My grandchild has been a student at Buckley for the past three and a half years and loves going to…read moreschool every day. HIs friends are all grounded, lovely humans who treat one another with consideration and respect. The teachers are dedicated professionals who make learning engaging and foster strong relationships with students. I can't recommend the school more highly for the way it has helped our chikd grow as a learner and member of the community.

I go to this school and it is quite amazing actually. All the teachers are nice but sometimes…read moreunfair. The counsellor is fair when I get mocked and credits to Mrs. Hall for always supporting me.

This school has been very disappointing. My brother has clearly needed additional help in school…read morebecause he has a difficult time concentrating. The school counselor (Ms. Donna Lee) never reached out to us about our concerns and what methods we could take to help him. I then reach out to the principal who refers me to the special education counselor (Ms. Berman) who promised to set up a SSPT plan for him and also meet with him once a week. Never happened... very disappointing