I'd give it 2.5 stars, but I can't do that…read more I was a student there from first to fifth grade. I don't remember much, only the "major" moments. At first it was a great school. It was so much fun; the teachers were cool, and it was a lot of fun after school because we'd get to dance to some music and watch movies. The language system was pretty good, I know fluent English because of that school. They made a second building, much better and larger than the old building. During 3rd grade things started going downhill especially at the cafeteria. First of all a teacher named Ms Chisholm began interrupting lunch. She'd blow up your ears by making the loudest sound ever. And it was just a whistle. She'd obviously get everyone's attention. She'd talk about how she can hear us from her office. And that was nearly every day. One day she told me to tell my own teacher for "talking" when I wasn't. Teacher didn't care. But that was just the beginning and things got more intense. 4th grade: Now in lunch there would be a watchdog that would slam a table to make noise over and over again. Then he'd yell "SILENCE!!!" It was ridiculous. He broke 2 tables and I never saw him again the day after he broke the second table. The same applied for after school but it was 2 teachers instead. My English teacher was strict but she knew what she was doing. My other teacher was nice but she also was smart. 5th grade: they switched my 5th grade teacher for medical reasons so the new teacher was ms nuñez. And that teacher didn't know what the largest state on the usa was. She said Texas; its Alaska. After school same thing but even more chaotic. I luckily got out of aftercare

My son attended this school last year at four years old. He has professionally diagnosed ADHD and…read moreAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and unfortunately our experience was extremely disappointing. I spoke directly with the vice principal during the second week of August 2025 and explained in detail all of the behaviors and challenges he would be coming in with. If the school felt they were unable to support him or handle his needs, they should have been upfront with me from the beginning. Instead, they accepted him, assured me that it would be fine, and gave me the impression that they were prepared to support him. From the beginning, I felt the administration and staff viewed my son as simply "badly behaved". The emotional impact on my son was heartbreaking. Every morning he became anxious approaching the building because he had begun to anticipate the reactions he would receive from Ms. Mesa, the counselor, and Ms. Claudia Zuriarrain, who were the two staff usually at the door. On multiple occasions, I personally observed both of them roll their eyes at my four-year-old son as he entered the building. Eventually, he started avoiding eye contact with them and sometimes walked into school backwards because he didn't want them to look at him. No four-year-old should feel unwelcome at school. When we finally received his official ASD diagnosis after the school had repeatedly encouraged us to pursue additional evaluations and an ABA therapist, the response from his teacher was deeply discouraging. She rolled her eyes and said, "Yeah... then it's probably very low." That comment felt dismissive and unprofessional, especially during a time when we were trying to advocate for our child, and ensure teacher had an extra set of hands in the classroom. Some of the behavioral strategies used were also concerning. When my son became dysregulated, he was frequently sent to the front office, where his meltdowns often escalated rather than improved, and led to early pick up almost every day. Toward the end of the school year, the principal, called me and explained that, moving forward, instead of taking him to the office, a member of the administrative or security staff would take him into the garden to give him an opportunity to calm down and regulate in a quieter, positive environment. To my knowledge, this approach was only implemented once. During one of his meltdowns, staff gave him Sour Patch Kids, and on another occasion, the principal instructed him to go into the bathroom and scream when he was upset. These strategies were discussed with me after the fact, and I was not given the opportunity to consent to them prior. The school also asked me often to keep my son home because they were unable or unwilling to manage his behaviors. On one occasion, I was asked to keep him home for an entire week. I complied with those requests, yet those absences were recorded as unexcused instead of being properly documented. Over the summer, multiple professionals and schools I consulted expressed concern about how Southside handled my son's IEP. Looking back, I believe the school failed to provide the support he needed and did not follow best practices for a child with his profile. My latest concern was the school's communication regarding my son's enrollment. We were told we couldn't return next year which I was okay with, but without my knowledge or permission, staff contacted what would have been his home school to inform them that he would be attending there the following year. At that time, I was still exploring different school options and had not made a final decision. I did not authorize the school to communicate on my behalf or represent my plans to another school. I understand that working with children who have additional needs can be challenging, but families should be able to trust that educators will respond with professionalism, compassion, and evidence-based support. Unfortunately, that was not our experience. Instead of receiving understanding and appropriate strategies, my son left feeling anxious, misunderstood, and traumatized by this school environment. I sincerely hope the school improves its training regarding students with disabilities, IEPs, and professionalism with both children and families. No family should have to go through what ours experienced.

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I enrolled my son at BridgePrep Academy on 137th Ave. in Kendall with high hopes, but our…read moreexperience was deeply disappointing. Within the first week, a young girl in my son's first-grade class began threatening him and our family, saying she would kill him, me, and his father. When I addressed this with the school, I was shocked to learn that the teacher was aware of these threats but failed to report them or take action. I brought the issue to the assistant principal multiple times--not once, not twice, but at least three times--with my husband to discuss the growing concerns. Unfortunately, we never saw any sense of urgency in how the school handled the situation. Even though this was a clear threat, the administration seemed more focused on minimizing the situation rather than ensuring my son's safety. Eventually, the girl was moved to another class, but not before my son endured additional stress and fear. Shortly after, my son began coming home with bruises, explaining that other students were hitting and bullying him. When I raised this with the school, they brought in the school officer and seemed more focused on my son defending himself than addressing the root issue: other kids initiating physical altercations. As a parent, I understand the need to give grace to children, but when violence and bullying are involved, disciplinary action must be taken swiftly to protect all students. The school's failure to discipline the aggressors adequately, or to assure us that such incidents wouldn't happen again, was deeply concerning. At a charter school, I also understand their inability to share the specifics of the actions they took with other children, but there was no transparency or reassurance that these behaviors were being addressed seriously. Honestly, my son is too young to be dealing with violence in a school environment, and BridgePrep Academy should be ashamed of their failure to create a safe space for their students. I feel strongly that steps could have been taken early on to prevent the escalation of these incidents, but the administration repeatedly dropped the ball. Since moving my son to Norma Butler, I've seen a remarkable difference. He is thriving, there have been no incidents of bullying or physical altercations, and the teachers are proactive and communicative. I wouldn't recommend BridgePrep Academy to anyone. If you're facing similar issues, don't hesitate to find a better option for your child--it's worth it.

From the moment you step onto campus, you feel the warmth and care out of this world. The teachers…read moreare incredibly loving and attentive, creating a nurturing environment where every child is known by name and treated with genuine kindness. Thanks to the small class sizes, attention is personalized and relationships are strong--it's a close-knit community where everyone feels like family. One of the most beautiful aspects of Aguamarina is its emphasis on teaching values and uplifting self-care messages. Children are encouraged to be kind, brave, cool and confident, and these lessons are woven naturally into their everyday experiences. The school is also deeply committed to sustainability and planet-friendly practices, modeling environmental responsibility in everything they do. Learning at Aguamarina is joyful and hands-on. Kids explore through play, creativity, and real-world experiences rather than memorizing or tracing. It's an approach that sparks curiosity and builds a lifelong love of learning. If you're looking for a school that nurtures the whole child--academically, emotionally, and ethically--Aguamarina Elementary is a wonderful choice.

My daughter has been in Aguamarina since PK2 in preschool and just started their elementary school…read morethis year. She loves it so much! It is a very creative environment that really teaches kids to love learning. You really need to take a tour of the school to learn and see for yourself what sets it apart from other private schools. Truly a very special place!

this school I find peculiar the teachers are not the worst but they have trouble controlling them…read morethey also don't care as much about what the student does outside of class. the academics are good though but they need to work on athletics.

We have lived in six countries, been in more than 10 schools and we have never found teachers more…read morecompassionate, hard working, oriented to help the students to learn who they are, where they want to go and lovingly encourage them to go beyond their limits, than in MCA. I want to express my gratitude to Ingrid and all her teachers for the huge role they have played in our lives. For me as a mom, the school has been an immense support. Ingrid has been an angel in my life. I've felt understood and her guidance has been invaluable. During our five years here, we have worked together as a team. Nothing had stopped her. She is always thinking about what else to do to help the kids. Her wisdom, integrity, love and knowledge has helped both my son and myself! The program here is so much more interesting for the kids and there is more freedom in finding a pace and style that truly works for their unique needs. There is no limit to their creativity and eagerness to learn! I just wished all the kids in Miami had the privilege to find MCA as we did! Maria Cristina Massa

Teachers are not all qualified. Be careful when sending your children on school tours. The group…read moreleader and chaperones are notorious for keeping the tips that are supposed to be for Bus drivers, guides and tour directors. They also neglect the kids on trips and treat it as of they were on vacation and not the kids.

Think carefully before applying. Carrollton will gladly take your application and money even if the…read morehave absolutely Zero seats available for the grade you are applying or your child does not meet their desired minimum GPA score. They will keep you in the dark until it is too late there is no chance for you to apply to any other school. They will discriminate you two ways: not smart enough and not rich enough. Gone are the days when Christian schools were all about teaching and welcoming students of all kinds. This one is all about ratings, prestige and selectivity. They do not represent Christian values in their admission process which lacks transparency and truthfulness.

My daughter has been at the school since 2020, and it truly feels like a second home to us…read more Academically, she has grown so much. She consistently performs at a high level, and I can clearly see her development over the years. What stands out the most to me is that she is not just another student. She is known by name, seen as an individual, and genuinely cared for. That makes a big difference, and it's something that not every school offers. I feel very comfortable and confident with the entire environment and everything the school provides. We are also very excited about the new campus and everything that is coming next.

My journey at KPCA was a true legacy! I made a surplus of friends and made the biggest amount of…read morememories in this school than at any other. I felt honored and was treated very well by the staff. The teachers are great, the classroom is clean, the education is amazing, all while still shaping their children in the image of God. I will always remember the great people I met here, and will cherish those memories forever. Great job to Ms.Morales for her leadership.