We highly recommend. Very caring teachers, whose kids also attended in many cases. Worth checking…read moreout and comparing to other Catholic schools in the area.

A former saint timothy family recommended we tour this school for our rising 1st grader. Absolute…read morewaste of time. Children our son's age are apparently just left to sit crying on the bench in the hallway when teachers can't control them and that hallway smelled like a backed-up toilet.

Wonderful school and community. Kids did Sunday school here and completed their sacraments…read more Dedicated teachers and clergy. We rented their hall a couple of times, great space!

Both my children have attended St. A's since Kindergarten. My son has graduated and was admitted…read moreto his first choice high school. My daughter is in middle school and loves her friends and teachers. We love the current administration and teachers. So many caring individuals. The academics are rigorous and we loving having regular religion classes and Friday mass. They offer after school sports from grades 3-8 in competitive leagues. Such a great fit for our family.

I came here for a volleyball game with my daughter, and I was impressed. The school has very nice…read morefacilities and a welcoming atmosphere. Everyone we met staff, parents, and students was friendly and respectful. The gym was clean, bright, and well maintained, which made for a good experience all around. It's always nice when schools take pride in their space. Great environment and a positive visit.

We have been part of the Westside Neighborhood School community for the past 10 years, and it has…read morebeen an incredibly positive experience for our family. Three of our four children have attended WNS, and our youngest is now an 8th grader preparing to matriculate out. What stands out most about WNS is the strong sense of community and the school's genuine commitment to diversity in the student population, administration, and faculty/staff. Our children have been surrounded by classmates and educators from a wide range of backgrounds, which has enriched their learning experience and helped them develop empathy, curiosity, and confidence. The teachers are deeply dedicated and truly know their students, balancing academic rigor with emotional and social growth. Communication with families is excellent, and we've always felt supported and included in our children's educational journey. After a decade at WNS, we can confidently say it has provided our kids with an exceptional foundation both academically and personally. We're so grateful for the warm, inclusive environment and the lifelong friendships our family has built here. If you're considering WNS, we can't recommend it highly enough! It's a wonderful place for children to learn, grow, and thrive.

Going into this profession I was beyond excited to jump start a career surrounded by children and…read morelike minded adults who wanted to make a change in children's lives. While working with children was a nice experience, considering I have always been able to gain a child's trust since I was younger, I was excited for the connections I was building. Two months into my employment I started to realize how toxic the team is at the Sawtelle /Mar Vista location. I don't believe they have the best interest in the children who attend this location. They never came up to me to evaluate my performance but instead went straight to the director and told her a bunch of lies. If they are genuinely concerned about your child's well being don't you think they would speak to me immediately about my performance? That certainly did not happen. The director took their word and ultimately told me " you're not fit for this company." Seems to me like they just wanted me out but in the end they did me a huge favor! I wish blue oak the best but they should definitely re-think the people they are hiring. As of right now this location only seems to care about getting through the day and making sure they have someone to clean the classrooms, not a genuine authentic team building atmosphere.

The proof is in the pudding! Upon graduating from preschool at Blue Oak, our 5 year old son is…read morearticulate, confident, competent, independent, self-aware and kind. Words like, "inspired, identity, collaboration, advocacy, equality, mentorship, hospitality, and community" are not only commonplace in his vocabulary, but they are part of who he is and how he understands himself and his world.  We moved our son to Blue Oak after having completed 1.5  years at another local preschool when we had serious concerns about how he was being treated and how he was learning to behave.  The contrast between these two schools could not have been more striking. When my son joined his Blue Oak class mid year, the teachers prepared the class to welcome and embrace him. A few weeks before he started, they placed photos of him and our family in the class room and spoke all about him at morning meetings. They asked the children what they wanted to learn about him and asked them how it might feel to be new to a group of already established friends (using the opportunity both to ensure our son was welcomed with so much warmth but also to teach the other children empathy). They scheduled a playdate for him and us to come meet a few of the children prior to his start date. On this play date, we were all welcomed with such warmth. All of the teachers and administrators greeted us by name (before we introduced ourselves) and you would have thought my son was  a celebrity based on the reception he received from the children. The children (not the adults) gave us a tour and showed our son their favorite things to do at school. Additionally, the administration had a family in his class reach out to us to welcome our family to the community and set up a play date outside of school so our son could build rapport with their son prior to starting school. How they handled this transition was a glimpse into how they do everything; with so much deliberate intention;  knowing that every action, every conversation, every word impacts others (and especially these precious young souls).  I was so worried about my son when he started at Blue Oak, not so much about the transition, as I immediately knew that Blue Oak had that handled, but concerned he'd continue the behaviors he learned at the other preschool - hitting, kicking, biting. I heard nothing from the teachers for the first few weeks, but immediately started to see pictures of my son on the blog looking content and focused, engaging with new friends, digging, wire cutting, climbing, reading quietly in cozy spaces, sitting in small storytelling groups "collaborating" with others and I couldn't help but compare it to the scenes I would witness at pickup at the other school we had just left - unsettled children, chaos, yelling, hitting, frenetic energy while the teachers were eating or gossiping with parents or each other, in short - dysregulated little nervous systems in desperate need of competent adults with both the will and skill to support and guide them. If only that other school could learn from the brilliant directors and teachers at Blue Oak!  .  When we had his first parent/teacher conference, I was in tears when the teachers shared that on his first day at Blue Oak, a friend took a toy from him and he hit that friend. The teachers said that they fully expected this behavior given the environment he had come from and that they were thrilled that they had this opportunity to work with him and teach him the norms and behavior expectations. They explained how they worked with our son and the other friend on conflict resolution (without shame or blame) and THAT WAS THE LAST TIME he ever hit at school.  I remember feeling so relieved, our son was going to be fine...and now after his 1.5 years at Blue Oak, I see that he is so so much more than "fine." He is thriving! I feel so beyond proud of the 5 year old he has become and see nothing but a bright future for him (based on this critical foundation of respect, social and emotional intelligence, empathy, self-regulation and love).  Send your child to Blue Oak if you believe your child is capable far beyond what conventional societal wisdom would assume and if you want your child to be seen and honored for exactly who they are. Your child will be treated consistently by all adults (admin teachers and aides) with nothing but respect, kindness and the healthy structure and boundaries that they need to explore their limits safely and to grow to be their "best self"...and DON'T TAKE IT FOR GRANTED! I think I might have had we not had the "other" experience at another school first. This school is the real deal. You will count yourselves among the luckiest (and blown away by the results)  if your child (and family) have this experience.

This is the worst school my child has ever attended. The teachers (aside for a few) are absolutely…read moreterrible. For example Ms. Heathcoat has caused so much trouble with my kids for getting them in trouble. The teachers make false claims AND they suck!

We are so happy at St Mark school in Venice. The academics are excellent and in grade 5 they start…read morethe middle school program early with our child experiencing a number of different teachers for science, math, social studies, prepping them early. The team sports program is great with lots of after school activities on offer too. The family community is very welcoming and helped us transition with ease. The fall festival was amazing and many other fun activities for children like the lion Olympics a day of sports fun. Mr Bersin the principal is so hands on and is always around to sort out any problems and keep things moving in the right direction. Overall a well rounded school with many positives. Also love attending morning assembly and it's easy to stay up to date with what's going on. The children all seem very happy with bright energy.

Let me start with the positives. Wonderful families. Neighborhood feel. Loving staff. However …read more.. the principal has GOT to go! This man genuinely hates women. The way that he treats the moms over the dads is some 1950s kind of stuff. When we met with him, he ignored me and basically just spoke to my husband. But that wasn't enough to make me dislike him. I just thought he was trying to "bro out". However, as our year progressed, he was disrespectful to a single mom during morning lineup. She was so upset, she cried afterwards and ended up leaving the school because of him. I had several issues that I didn't like how he handled them. I tried to speak to him but he was rude and manipulative to me the entire time. When my husband got involved he implied that I was "out of control" and to keep a better handle on his family. Lastly, let's talk about how he doesn't care about the children. He prioritized Covid over everything. The parking lot was a wreck and people were speeding. A mom brought it up at a PTA meeting worried someone might hit a child. He responded "Well I'm taking temperatures I cannot police the parking lot". So he did nothing about it. I mean I didn't want my children to get Covid, but I certainly didn't want them getting hit by a car either. He never stood up for the kids to have them go back to school even once other schools were opening in late 2020. He wanted to stay home because he was scared for himself, so he took an entire year away from the kids until they went back for a few hours in March 2021. I am completely shocked that this man is still allowed to be a principal. He runs the school like a dictatorship and moms are scared of him so don't argue. Anything he does people talk amongst themselves but feel helpless to stand up to him. Toxic. Toxic. Toxic. We obviously left the school due to him and he alone. Some tips: 1: stay away from this man. He is NOT your friend if you are a woman. 2: He is 5'4 max so I don't know why people are scared of him but they are so just know if push comes to shove you can probably take him.

Having my children attend this school with the last one graduating recently, I feel I can honestly…read morewrite this review with the last 10 to 13 years in hindsight. The overall quality of the education provided was pretty good. There are some really good teachers with a few being exceptional. There are also some bad teachers too. Unfortunately the exceptional ones have either retired (like the former 8th grade teacher Mr Laner) or have moved on to other schools simply because of administration issues. Like many have stated, the administration is sorely lacking and that all falls squarely on principal Watson who lacks the proper skills and judgement to be an effective leader. Is this a good school? Overall, yes as a local private Catholic elementary and middle school. Were my two girls happy being part of this school? Yes, they created a lot of long lasting friendships and developed good solid religious values through the curriculum. The campus itself has gone through some wonderful improvements through recent renovations, but it could benefit and really flourish with a new principal and a fresh start..

What an incredible transformation! I cannot say enough good things about Redeemer and the…read moreexceptional staff. Both of my children transferred from LAUSD, and the difference has been nothing short of remarkable. My son, who was previously on an IEP and had never even used a dictionary, is now thriving. For the first time, he's learning from a teacher who is not only deeply passionate about education but also sees each child as uniquely created by God. His academic progress has been outstanding--his speech has improved, his work ethic has grown, and he now truly understands the value of hard work and perseverance. Ms. Bradshaw has been a true blessing. Her dedication has challenged him spiritually, mentally, and academically--with care and purpose. My daughter is also flourishing, thanks to Mrs. Gonzalez aka Ms. Z, earning consistent academic awards, making the honor roll, and building strong friendships. She absolutely loves the Redeemer community and feels genuinely connected to everyone. Which makes me feel safe and amazing! Redeemer offers a refreshingly traditional approach: no tablets, meaningful homework, uniforms, Bible-centered learning, and joyful praise. The environment is structured yet full of warmth and fun--and the lunch calendar is great too! Redeemer is truly a gem and a testament to the power of a faith-filled, nurturing community. We can't imagine returning to public school. I recommend Redeemer wholeheartedly!

Honestly... didn't think I would be writing a review 15 years later, but seeing that a certain…read moreabusive teacher still works there, I find it imperative to share this. When I was in 5th grade at Redeemer I almost took my life because of a specific teacher who singled me out and bullied me along with the rest of my class. During this time I was struggling with school as my dad was diagnosed with stage 4 leukemia and was on the brink of passing. One day during prayer and our teachings my teacher told me that "people have cancer because they are sinners and have the devil in them". Being only 10 years old this broke me as my dad was so sick he couldn't even attend school events. A few months later, I was still struggling with grades and keeping up as things at home were getting worst. During this time I also found myself developing a crush on a girl in my class. After the school caught wind of a possible LGBTQ+ crush we were both treated terribly. They publicly scorned both of us and had me sit for DAYS behind the "stage area" in the dark alone, instead of going to class, and even threatened to hold me back a grade. The most traumatizing of it all is when she convinced my parents (who were not in a healthy state of mind due to what was happening with our family) to come in and cut all of my hair off as a punishment in front of my class and make me look like a boy...the kicker is, the teacher who punished me most, is very much so in the closet herself and I do feel a lot of the treatment I received was internalized homophobia of her own. After this experience I only dated men for a majority of my life even though it felt completely wrong. After years of therapy I finally felt safe to come out and I am now happily married to my WIFE. The only teacher who kept me from taking my own life was Mrs. Ridgeway, God bless her. She was the only teacher who stopped the constant bullying I received, the only teacher who saw more than my trauma in me and the only teacher who told my parents I would be okay. Sadly she passed away from cancer 2 years after I graduated. She was the most Godly and close to perfect human I have known to this date and she still died of cancer. I wonder if they believed that SHE had the devil in her... I truly hope not. I share all of this to say, there are lots of amazing and Christian based schools in LA that teach Christian love not Christian hate. I suggest trying one of those if you're not interested in therapy bills later.

Went to Calvary Christian School again for a basketball game and had another good experience. The…read morefacilities are very nice and I am especially glad they were not affected by the fires. The gym is clean, well kept, and a great place for the kids to play. Most of the people there are very nice and welcoming, and the overall atmosphere is positive.

We used to call it Calvary UnChristian School under the previous Principal who was terrible…read more Choosing favorites and treating others with disdain. Thankfully she is gone. The new principal has made quite an improvement in academics and the general tenor of the school.