Kipp Philadelphia Elementary School

1.5 mi

terrible awful place with terrible awful administration. at least the old principle cared about the…read morekids recently there has been 0 concern for student well being. it's sad how they shape the kids and how they come out of that school.

I heard really high ratings about this place! I was doing a painting gig with others for an open…read morehouse event and the kids were cool! I see a very active sports soccer team in the parking lot. Their campus was gorgeous! Makes me wish I knew about them instead of going to Central High school freshmen year when I was younger! I would have gotten in on full scholarship just based on my top notch city wide scores test where I was like 95-98% then! Oh so proud of the good old beainy days! Lol! Oh I think I heard it was a scholarship or tuition based school. What it takes to qualify I don't know. You gotta do some research! My advice to scholars: straight A's, state standard testing and extracurricular activities and hobbies and travel when young are the way to go! All the best luck to the kids who do go here! I heard like a third of class for accepted to Harvard or an Ivy League! Kuddos to the Brainiacs!!!

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia

5.0

2.1 mi

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia is a unique community of caring, cooperative, highly educated…read moreand nurturing teachers and faculty. Both of our kids have attended (and one has now graduated from) Philly Waldorf and have received not just a top level education but have also developed a strong sense of self and compassion for others. This school is truly a community: parents, students, teachers, and staff help to create an extended family of creative and thoughtful kids. Our son is now in 9th grade and was both academically and socially prepared to take on the challenge of high school. Waldorf works and this school is an amazing place.

We love our school! My son goes to school happy, comes home fulfilled and educated beyond our…read moreexpectations. I can't wait to see where he goes in this world- thank you philly Waldorf for loving and holding my child. - we've experienced 1st through 7th at this time, and will complete 8th grade next year.

Russell Byers Charter School

3.5 mi

I've been going here for a few months now and this school is horrible, the teachers can't teach,…read morethe kids are disrespectful and spend half the class arguing with teachers, overall it's just not a good school don't send your kid here.

it's a good school overall they lunch good principal ok except for some man name ap Wyatt's he…read moretalks about the kids in a bad way n is crazy

Philadelphia City School District

5.0

(1 review)

3.1 mi

Olney Elementary is a great school to work at or send your children to. The administration is…read moresupportive and organized, teachers are dedicated and students are respectful. The school is way too big for it's building so there are a number of trailers and off site buildings used to house everyone. There is a church 5 min away on Roosevelt Blvd used for K and 1st grade. The church across the street is used for 2nd grade, and the main building is for older students.

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Philadelphia School District

2.8 mi

This is a good school. The office is a little disorganized at times but everyone is very friendly…read more Feltonville is one of the better schools in the Philadelphia School District. Students can be rambunctious but are mostly respectful. Administration seems supportive and teachers are caring and knowledgeable. This is a decent place to work or send your children.

I would be concerned about the Philadelphia School District. They have hired on Shawn Bird as the…read moreChief Schools Officer. During his very short tenure at the Pasadena Unified School District, he left the district in disarray with his roll-out of Common Core Math. He was completely unprepared, and adopted very poor resources for the students to use. I would watch his actions very carefully.

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The Westwood School

1.0

(1 review)

3.8 mi

Not a school I would send my child. A lot of yelling from teachers and students. Lack of…read morecommunication between teachers, administration, and owner (Sirlena). Preschool class is over crowded. By law you are suppose to have 10 students per 1 teacher however, it exceeds that amount and the poor teacher looks stressed and exhausted! I have heard many teachers wanting to leave and looking elsewhere. Complaints of lack of material and support. Stay Away!

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Busy Bees Learning Center

4.1

(14 reviews)

4.1 mi

My son went to Busy Bees from August 2024 to February 2025. Despite only going for a few months,…read morethroughout I was supremely impressed with the kindness and professionalism of the people who worked there, and in the care they gave the kids. They are thoughtful, welcoming, and warm, and I always felt like my son was safe while there. It is definitely worth consideration for anyone who is looking for a good, affordable and encouraging environment for their little ones.

My son went here for 2 years and while it's nice to have the camera access, I've witnessed several…read moreoccasions of the teachers being too rough with the children. In one specific case, the director agreed that the teacher was in the wrong to rip a toy out of my son's hand and push him down, the teacher was just moved to another classroom. The two's teacher has come in high on several occasions. This was brought to the director's attention by several parents and it's been brushed off. There's no real curriculum, they will just keep your kid "busy" all day. Overall, I wouldn't recommend sending your child here.

Welcome to Busy Bees, please have a seat. Our cozy lobby is a popular spot for families to chat and plan play dates.

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Our cozy lobby overlooks our indoor gross motor (movement) play space. We're all wild for the "Jungle Room" !

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