This elementary school is amazing. Everyone from the front office staff to the leadership to the…read moreteachers and librarians are dedicated to student success and wellness. We couldn't be happier with our sweet neighbor in school!

Best school in the known universe. All the teachers really care what they are doing and have…read morevested interest in all of their students doing well. They are strict on timings and take showing up on time very seriously. Keep up the good work staff!!!

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Last year when I enrolled my son in this school and met the new principal, I wanted to Yelp it…read morethen.. but I held my tongue...mostly in fear something bad would happen. The lady was downright horrible. The kids couldn't stand her, and the teachers, many of them, didn't like her either. RRRRGGGGHHH.. School is coming to an end... The old Superintendent is back? Really? Well, maybe there is hope. Open door they say.. voice your concerns, we all did. Halfway into the summer emails coming out stating that principal was relocated as was her assistance. I think I heard the ENTIRE SCHOOL holler in excitement... (no joke) Now, to make it even better... the old principal who use to be here is now back Ms Debby Ewald! Ahhh, thank you. School started today, and everything you would think would be in shambles being the first day, lie it was last year... was not. teachers had their children in their classes with doors closed before I ever even left out of there.. I was Impressed, to say the least. The air felt happy, and inviting... unlike last year. The staff here at this school are some of the best, I truly them! They are so helpful, and thoughtful, and caring. The teachers... well, I've only dealt with 6 of them, but I can tell you, as a whole, they are really great. There will always be a very special place in my heart for my sons Kinder teacher from last year.. Mrs. Battles. Thanks BTE for not falling into the rut some other schools have. Much love!

I've been here for so many years and it's just the best place to be it's my family and second home…read moreto me there's no other school then this school!!!

At the heart of the Brentwood and Crestview neighborhoods, Brentwood Elementary is one of the best…read morekept secrets in Austin. Brentwood was built in 1951 and hasn't changed much since then. The classrooms are quaint, the teachers are friendly and communicative, and the administration is extremely pleasant to work with! We love Brentwood for their commitment to building community both in and outside of the classrooms. The emphasis on lifeskills (like integrity, honesty, courage, etc) and the Tribes curriculum have spilled over into our daily home life. I catch my kids saying, "Mom, thanks for displaying the lifeskill of friendship by making macaroni for lunch!" Sounds dorky, but it has worked for us! We also love Brentwood's diversity, both economic and racial, and the extra mile that the teachers and staff put it to build bridges across the divide. We're proud to say that our kids will attend through the 2020's (damn, we're gonna be old)....

Our current 7th grader attended Brentwood for 4th and 5th grade. We loved the community, the…read moreteachers, the music teacher, the physical education, the effort that was made to go green! Our 4 year old will be attending Kindergarten next year, and while some of our neighbors have chosen Gullett, I am truly commited to Brentwood. The diversity there is very important to my husband and I and my now 7th grader really learned a lot about other cultures. Highly recommended. Why drive to another school when it is in our neighbor and walking distance. We love Brentwood!

We transferred here to 1st grade from a public charter school and I didn't realize how unhappy my…read moredaughter was at the charter school until she was enrolled in Sankalpa and seeing the difference. She now looks forward to going to school and describes school as awesome and fun - every parents dream come true for their kid to love school! She now comes home singing songs whereas before she needed to disconnect and would beg to watch TV (she's not interested in TV since Sankalpa - I think the environment fosters self esteem and love of productivity). She does yoga, learns Chinese and Spanish, and the staff are unflinching in their standards for teaching the children grace and curtesy. I'd say this school is great for any child, but more for children and parents who: 1. Like a quieter learning environment: it gets loud, but at specific times. During the work hours it's quiet and relaxed. 2. Love nature (they're often out and even with clipboards studying things like plants and fractals) 3. Like forging deeper relationships with others: because of the more intimate setting, you're going to interact with parents and the teachers every day. This isn't for everyone, but if you like that sense of community and extended family, it's like that here. 4. Are ok with their child not taking state tests: there are other tests given (one of the very cool things about Sankalpa, it's what first perked my ears) to see where the child is in their learning, and then to tweak their learning program to "fill in the gaps" so to speak. This is how every child has their own individual learning program. 5. Are willing to pay tuition: I was worried about this until I saw how much she loved school and learning, then I realized it was the best investment ever. They're only this little once, and it's the best thing ever to find the school where they can thrive and be enlivened. 6. Want experienced teachers: Sankalpa might be a new school but all the teachers are seasoned and it shows in their interactions with the kids. The principal also has worked at nearly all the alternative schools in Austin so she knows what's what. 7. Are okay with going through Sankalpas admission process: for us this was actually fun, but everyone is different. We enjoyed taking the tour, meeting with the principal and spending an hour getting to know each other, and our daughter loved her trial time at the school which was a week, some kids might be longer or shorter. I loved going through all this because it really helped us make a decision based on facts rather a feeling. It's like getting to know someone before getting married or making a commitment. :) If you're considering Sankalpa at least go through the admission process, it's the best way to really know if it's the right match for your family (but more importantly your child).

Our family has enjoyed our time at Sankalpa. We really appreciate how warm and welcoming the staff…read moreis every single time we see them - it is clear they are all dedicated to the students and to their growth and success. The small class size is wonderful, as it is a great location for walks and field trips. They do a great job of instilling a sense of ownership in the students - the kids are responsible for their rooms, their supplies and their work. It's awesome to witness them tiding up at the end of each day. An all around inclusive education.

My ASD son has never been as happy as he is in this school....we did the public school, Catholic…read moreschool, French school. We did everything and then we found....THIS AWESOME SCHOOL . He is happy and engaged. He is growing as a person and as a productive member of society. All good.

Education is important to me. I have degrees in pure math and computer science. I have taught math…read moreat private, public, and charter schools, at universities, and in a prison. I waited three years on the wait list for my first child to attend the UT Lab School or Priscilla Pond Flawn Child and Family Research Laboratory. She thrived there. Once she was too old to attend the lab school, she enrolled in a public elementary school. She spent a month there as I watched her spirit dim. I was afraid to try something as radical as Clearview Sudbury, but it seems radical was necessary. My daughter is becoming a real person who can think her own thoughts. She decides what values are important to her. She learns about herself. She learns from other students and staff of all ages, and they learn from her. The staff at the school treat her with respect. They are able to give her their attention and to truly see her because they are not distracted and kept busy by an endless check list. She asks me how to use correct grammar, and I show her. She asks staff how to calculate taxes, and they show her. She asks me how multiplication works, and I show her. She asks staff if her friend's sketchy story about giant caterpillars is true, and they learn about caterpillars together. The girl knows more about life cycles of different species than I ever knew. I am no longer worried that she will be at a disadvantage. It is clear to me that she is on the best path I can provide her. In addition to this, I have immense trust in the staff at Clearview. I trust them with my daughter's psyche, emotions, and abilities to communicate and use logic.

My kiddo is in Kindergarten at Lee. We dig it. It's a great little Art Deco style schoolhouse…read morewith a really classic vibe. The teachers seem happy to be there, and no one seems to mind how all us busy body parents want to hang around all the time. This place is a regular lunch stop for me, and I haven't missed a party yet. We're looking forward to 6 more years here.

Lee has always been such a highly regarded Austin public elementary school. While we live in the…read moreneighborhood, we really won't have first hand experience with the education for another 4 years or so....but the playground is a lot of fun for a 2 year old, a 42 year old and beagle named Maggie.

We are new to Highland Park Elementary this year. Love it. The transition into the community has…read morebeen easy for all of us- parents and 2nd grader. The teachers work together and git r dun! The PTA is a force to be reckoned with. Our heads literally spin trying to keep up with all the activities and enrichment, but in a good way. Truly inspired. If you are shopping schools/neighborhoods- you owe it to your family to pay HP a visit. 60 years of providing a top notch, well rounded education and counting. We are happy to be a part of the impressive legacy. Go Scotties!

I miss this school so much. I am in seventh grade but I went to highland park from grades Kinder…read morethrough Fifth grade and enjoyed it very much. The staff is very nice which is great. The principal knew everyone's name which I thought was crazy considering how many people were there! If you are considering taking your child there for Elementary school, I would strongly recommend doing it. This school truly deserves 5 stars.

If you get a teacher called Mr. Rerucha then run! This man convinced me and then entire class of…read moremostly boys that everyone had adhd! We all took our kids to doctors and got them on the medicine that made them zombie like. This man should not be teaching kids! He is a monster and I will never forgive myself for listening to a "teacher" and giving my child these medicines for one month. If you cannot get an entire class to pay attention then it is for sure the teacher not the children. Shame on you Mr. Rerucha and the principal you had during that time. You were a horrible teaching and shouldn't be allowed there. Like I said people, if you see this name -run!

Becker represents the best of an urban school - very diverse population, wonderful central location…read moreand a fantastic dual language program enabling kids to become bilterate and bilingual in Spanish and English, while learning all core academic material. Becker is rated EXEMPLARY by TEA! There are lots of enthusiastic and motivated parents! Becker has the Green Classroom, a chicken coop and a parent academy where parents can also learn Spanish and English as a Second Language.

This school has been a miracle for my teen. My child had gotten so sick from the issues that…read moretroubled them in public school that we were desperate for other options. We wanted to do a private school that would give us a little more control over our child's environment, but we didn't want a stressful academically competitive school or a religious school. ATI ticks all the boxes for us. My child comes home from school EVERY day, excited to share what they are learning. They are allowed the freedom to really get into some subjects and coursework that keeps them completely enthralled with learning more. My child is dyslexic and this school has been wonderful at accomodations for this. Prior to ATI, my child refused to read books unless forced to and now they are asking for books to read for fun, in addition to being ahead of their schedule for their required reading. The teachers and staff really, really care about helping my child be a good and decent human and I never feel that we are just a number or a dollar sign. They have taken the time to learn who my child is and have tailored their education around that to make it fun to learn. It is conveniently centrally located on Airport Blvd and is such a kind and warm community. It's a small school but this means my child gets a ton of personalized teaching and also that it is quiet. Public school, with it's bells, drills, and chaotic passing periods was really stressful for my teen but ATI is so much less sensory overload. I never regret making the change to ATI. It's worth every cent and I honestly feel that it has truly saved the life of my child, who was just so depressed at public school. It's a quality, personalized education that has brought out and enhanced all the lovely beautiful things I love about my kid. It is also SAFE. If I have an issue, the teachers and staff listen and act. We have a relationship and there is excellent communication. I don't worry when I drop them off at school if they will be hurt. That feeling of knowing they are safe is priceless.

I cannot speak highly enough of our experience at ATI! Our middle schooler was slipping through the…read morecracks in public school after the pandemic. ATI provided him with the individual attention to move him from surviving to thriving! It's like seeing a whole new kid, who is engaged and learning in a truly supportive environment. ATI has been a lifesaver for us! K. Landgraf