It's been 5 years since my review and I now have an 8th grader and a 4th grader at St. Dunstan's…read more We have been at the school since 2015 and still love it. The principal, faculty, and staff truly care about each student and it shows. If you are considering private high school, I highly recommend St. Dunstan's to lay the academic foundation. My daughter loves her teachers and said that the high school entrance exam was relatively easy compared to what they are learning at St. Dunstan's. I've spoken to many parents who transferred their kids in for middle school who've said they wished they had started at St. Dunstan's sooner because it is such a welcoming and warm environment. They have a ton of extracurriculars and events. Sports intramurals for K-3 and competitive sports for 4-8th. We have musical theater classes and performances. As well as Spanish classes and technology. Every month there are family friendly events- from family movie night, Casino Night, Lobster Feed, the father/daughter dance, family bingo night, lady knights and men clubs events, and so many fun events. We have the spring festival and middle school dances. Fun Day with games and an end of year school wide picnic. The kids are kind, respectful, and inclusive. The parent community is amazing and we have made lifelong friendships with other families. Choosing St. Dunstan's for our kids is probably one of the best decisions we have made for their academic, emotional, and social well being. We are grateful to Dr. Sandoval and her team for creating an environment where our children are thriving!

We are new transplant to St Dustan families. We were at different school before. My son transferred…read morein at 4th grade. We originally were very worried about his transition and leaving all his friends and his known environment. It has been smooth transition so far. The Families in St Dunstan are very welcoming to our family. My son doesn't normally play team sports that involved balls, he made an exception with the baseball team in St Dunstan. He has thrived so much over the last few months we transitioned. Not only his grades are excellent but also his mental wellbeing has improved so much. He was encouraged to participate more in the class and he did, which he didn't do in the previous school. He participated in the class Spelling Bee that required him to speak and spell in front of everyone which was impossible for him to do before. The school staffs are very nice. They are very attentive of my son and our families. The teachers that he has, have been so accommodating and supportive in making him thrive in school. The school has Science, technology, Spanish, Art in Action and Creative Art. I was allowed to teach how to plant tulips and vegetables in their school plots that the Science teacher incorporated it to his lesson. There are many Non Catholic families as well and you wouldn't feel that they weren't part of the community. In terms of education, I observe that some of the teachers are willing to give extra help to those that need help which they do outside of the school hours. They also have resource teachers for reading and mental health. I also see that there will be accelerated Math for those who are advanced in Math. This will start in 5th grade.

I am absolutely delighted to share my experiences with this wonderful school. From the seamless…read moredrop-off and pick-up procedures to the fantastic and caring staff, everything has exceeded my expectations. The principal goes above and beyond, making a point to remember each child's name, which truly adds a personal touch. The teachers are approachable, friendly, and genuinely invested in the children's education and well-being. In addition, the school offers a plethora of engaging activities and fun events that truly enrich the students' learning experience. I couldn't be happier with our choice of school and wholeheartedly recommend it to other parents. I love the school to end a bit later. I have two kids that attend school here one is in K, and the other is in 2nd grade and it is there first year at the school,ool coming from San Mateo School District.

First year at MiMi. I have two kids and have Mimi pick them up from school…read more I have my kids go to Mimi because it is very convenient, the location is clean, price is reasonable, and they focus on the things I think will help my child -- math, music and Mandarin. All in one location! I don't have to spend a day on the weekend for a music class or language class. The rooms separate kids by age / skill level and is organized and clean. The study materials motivate my kids to learn challenging math for their age. I find my kids' are more proficient in math compared to the kids at public school. During this past winter break, instead of staying at home, my kid asked to go to Mimi so they can do more math. Last but not least, the teachers care about the progress of my kids. My kid didn't want to practice music and when I told the teachers, they sent a personal voice message to encourage and motivate my child.

I don't have any kids in this school, but just saw some kids getting picked up. Will not name…read moreschool or anything. Few kids were crying and saying " I don't want to go".. I don't know, but if your kid goes here just check up on them. The lady holding the kids was on the phone , 3 kids behind her. Seemed little occupied. Talk to your children parents!!

My family has been going to this parish for many years. Before we immigrated here to the states, my…read moregrandparents,uncles,aunts etc have had their baptisms/weddings, all their religous celebrations here. Saint Dunstan's seems to be part of our history and will be part of our future for a very long time. Today, i should have checked if they have a lunch break... yep, they have a lunch break. I was going to ask for a mass card to a loved one. I posted the office hours here on yelp, hoping someone doesnt make the same mistake i did :)

Dad of 3 boys (11, 9, 6). Boys have been with Happy Hall Meadows' afterschool program since 1st,…read moreK, and TK, respectively. The staff, environment, and structure are all excellent. The staff developed excellent relationships with all our boys. There is some cross-over with their summer program as well, so that familiarity served as an added benefit. Most importantly, I've seen them handle higher needs children and tough parenting situations with extreme grace and adaptability, always aiming for the best outcome for the children.

We send our little TK for their after school program and he absolutely loves it. The staff is very…read morefriendly and accommodating. It is so helpful they are open until 6PM for working parents. I love that it's onsite at the school and they are very familiar with the school schedule so I never have to worry about which days are early dismissal because they will just take care of it. Communication is constant, the activities are great to get all their energy out. Highly recommended.

My daughter was a student at Millbrae Montessori for 1 year and then returned for summer camp. We…read moreabsolutely love that school! The teachers are incredibly experienced, passionate, and loving. The curriculum is diverse and engaging and includes activities like Spanish, music, field trips, performances, art, and more. My daughter learned so much while she was there and had a fabulous time. They prepared her very well for elementary school. The directors, Ms. Perry and Ms. Nicholle are a brilliant duo who run an amazing school and foster a beautiful community of family and alumni. I highly recommend Millbrae Montessori.

"Millbrae Montessori School has been an incredible environment for our family. The teachers are…read moregenuinely caring, patient, and dedicated to each child's growth. The classic Montessori approach is structured beautifully here, and we've seen an amazing boost in our child's confidence and social skills. Highly recommend to any local parents!" An amazing school!!!

I initially became interested in The Nueva School after subscribing to receive job postings. What…read moreimmediately stood out to me was how frequently new openings were being posted -- sometimes seemingly every week. As an educator, that naturally made me wonder about staff turnover. Eventually, I applied for a position and interviewed with someone who honestly seemed very kind and thoughtful. I left the interview feeling optimistic, especially because I was told I would hear back by the end of the week. In education hiring, timelines usually move quickly because schools want to secure teachers for the upcoming school year before candidates accept other opportunities. Weeks went by with complete silence. No follow-up, no rejection email, nothing. Wanting to close the loop professionally, I eventually emailed to thank the interviewer for her time and wish her and her team the best for the upcoming year. Oddly, the message bounced back, even though I had been communicating through that exact same email thread previously. At that point, I honestly began wondering whether the communication had somehow been compromised or whether I had fallen into some strange scam situation. I even called the school directly to verify that the interviewer actually worked there, and thankfully she did. The school then provided me with another email address associated with their official domain. I forwarded my message there as well, but once again received no response at all. Whether the message reached her or not, the overall experience felt surprisingly unprofessional and dismissive, especially after what had initially seemed like such a warm interaction. After later reading additional reviews and experiences from others, I ultimately realized this probably was not the right fit for me anyway. Still, basic communication and professional courtesy go a long way, particularly in education, where relationships and respect matter.

Interviewed here and saw some things that were surprising to me for a school that is as well funded…read moreas this one is. i would likely avoid this school if you want your children to have a fully rounded education experience.

My son's Kinder year was terrible. His teacher was so disorganized they even brought in another…read moreteacher to assist, which also didnt help as she was just disorganized as the first one. His current 2nd grade has also been bad. His teacher left in October, kept pushing her return just to not come back at all. His class has been covered with substitute teachers. I signed him up for an afterschool program only for them to tell me they had no room, however the afterschool program made sure to charge me the registration fee and weekly fee.

John Muir is a wonderful school. The principal, Dr. Frances Dunleavy, is warm and caring...I've…read morenever seen a school principal as involved as she is. Every morning she is out greeting the kids (ALL she knows by name) and parents. She will stop and take the time to speak with anyone who has a suggestion or concern. AND she goes to all school functions. Besides that, she is a fun person with a great personality. The parents are very friendly...you always feel welcome there. I honestly wasn't expecting the other parents to be so involved and so nice to be around. This makes you want to go to all functions because you know you will have a blast. I can't speak for all teachers...but the kids I know all seem happy with their teachers. MY sons kindegarten teacher is top notch in my book! Mrs. Claussen has a wonderful way of being warm and loving with the kids and at the same time, is no pushover and the kids respect her for that. She has a great sense of humor and a wonderful teaching style. There's my 2 cents (more like 80 cents!) If you are deciding whether to have your child attend John Muir, please call Dr. Dunleavy and schedule a tour, you will not be disappointed.

We had to move our child to a new school during her 7th grade year and "Dr" Patrick Sullivan…read morerefused to even discuss with us the idea of her transferring to St. Roberts, stating incoming students are never prepared for the st. Roberts curriculum. What kind of principal/educator is that? I was shocked by the schools response to our inquiry.

Teachers often assign way too much work. Kids need time to grow in other aspects of life besides…read moreeducation such as in sleep, sports, and social life. The rules are extremely strict regarding dress code. Such as nail polish, leggings, hair accessories, etc.