Nelson University

0.8 mi

I would give this school 5 stars for its educational model, and our student's teacher absolutely…read moredeserves 5 stars for her dedication, heart, and passion. We've had a genuinely positive experience in the classroom. However, our experience with the admissions and re-admissions process has been deeply concerning. While I understand that, as a private institution, the school has the right to make its own enrollment decisions, the process felt inconsistent and, at times, lacking in integrity. More importantly, I believe the way it is handled can have a significant emotional impact on children and families. Because of this, I am unable to rate the school highly overall. I have shared my concerns directly with the founder and hope the board will take the opportunity to review the feedback I sent carefully.

We absolutely love this school! They truly prioritize family values, which makes it a wonderful…read moreenvironment for our family. As a Christian school, they foster an atmosphere of care, respect, and faith. The teachers are highly qualified and dedicated, and the curriculum is both challenging and enriching. The school also has a fun and inviting atmosphere that makes learning enjoyable for our kids. This was our first year and everyone welcomed us from day one! It feels like we have been apart of the community forever. It's been a great fit for our family, and we're grateful for the positive, supportive community they've created.

Basketball is one of the many sports we offer to our elementary and secondary students.

Our kindergarten students are working on their journals.

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Waxahachie High School

4.5

1.0 mi

Huge campus. From the outside it looks like they have very nice facilities. Plenty of room for…read moresocial distancing.

This is a huge school on a massive property. We came here for a touch football game, there were no…read moresigns telling you where to go or park. The stadium is clean, well organized and has seats and bleachers so no hurt back at the end of the game. The restrooms were clean. The staff was friendly, the concession stand open and operating with reasonably priced items. Make it obvious where to go so people are not roaming the parking lots looking for you.

Waxahachie Preparatory Academy

3.7

1.2 mi

We are so grateful for this amazing school where our children have attended for the past 11 years!…read moreIt is the only hybrid school in Ellis County that is accredited with ACSI, and it has stood the test of time for the last 22 years! It provides a strong biblical education along with an active school culture and competitive athletics program.

Unfortunately, the individuals that are in charge of this school are not of the highest caliber. We…read morewere directly involved with the gun incident that occurred last school year, and it was not handled in a way that displays excellence and/or moral character. It's unfortunate because this school has the potential to be excellent, but misses the mark because of the individuals that are in leadership positions. Praying for everyone that was and is still in this educational system.

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Advantage Academy

3.3

1.3 mi

every thing is good but the WiFi IS TRASH it bro the coach is sooooo nice the principal and vice…read moreprincipal and also nice so is ms wholesome

I used to go here and when me and my brother went the food was cold. Little girls were standing on…read moretop of the toilet and looking over me. They also didn't really teach well enough for everyone.

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YaYa's Yuniversity

0.6 mi

The owners of YaYa's University provides a safe, professional environment for children and parents…read moreto be at ease. I highly recommend YaYa's if you are looking for great teachers, staff, and a interactive environment for your children, and great curriculum. The facility is very clean and provide great thought out meals.

Yaya's Yuniversity has been such a wonderful place for my child. They have worked with me on my 2-3…read moreyear old's potty training, they communicate well and send regular updates with lots of pictures and videos. The facility is immaculate and the teachers are loving. They engage her with stimulating and educational activities. Meals are included and they are good according to my daughter. My child is safe and happy at Yaya's and I'm grateful to have found this awesome daycare for my child. I highly recommend them.

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Texas Christian Adoptions

(5 reviews)

40.9 mi

This is a very long and overdue review for Texas Christian Adoptions and the one and only Andrea!!…read moreWe can not speak more highly of Andrea and her expertise and her love for what she does. We chose Andrea after a very in depth discussion over the phone and much prayer! The Lord literally put Andrea in our path to take us all on the journey of a lifetime! We were told it typically takes 1-2 years for a birth mom to match with a family .... It took us 2 weeks!! What an incredible blessing!! And what a blessing to have had Andrea walk us through each and every piece! She is truly a gem on this earth and I became a mama with the Miracle of Adoption of our baby boy! I honestly would choose Andrea again when or if the Lord decides to bless us again!! Thank you Andrea, for the best thing that could have ever happened to me, my life, and our family!!

We worked with Andrea back in 2018 to adopt our baby girl. We are still great friends with her and…read moreare hoping to adopt another baby with her. We are searching for our last baby (we've adopted four times so far!). Three of our children have special needs and we would love to adopt our last baby with Andrea's help. It's a long distance to get to her, but so worth it!! It's now 2024 and we are still friends with Andrea! I cannot believe our baby girl is going to be 6 in a few weeks!

Confused? Scared? We are here to help educate you on the adoption process and to encourage you. You can also customize your adoption plan.

You don't have to be alone in this process. We love our Birthmoms and want to give them the support they need.

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Joyous Montessori Keller

Available by appointment

We have had such a wonderful experience with Joyous Montessori. We have been attending the school…read morefor 4 years. The teachers are very loving and the director really cares for the students. My 3 year old can write his name, write numbers and the alphabet. They always come home with fun crafts and artwork.

Nice clean place for anyone who is interested in child care place that isn't so crowded.read more

Craft Fun and learn at #Joyousmontessorikeller

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Sports activity in our playground

Little Road Montessori

26.7 mi

Fantastic school with great teachers/ administrators. I love that they embrace family and community…read moreinvolvement.

This place deserves more than 5 stars. I was so nervous and hesitant when I had to start looking…read morefor childcare for my 17 month old. I was so scared that I wouldn't find a place that would take proper care of her and give her the attention she needed. I toured other daycares and schools, but when I stepped into this place, I KNEW I had found the one. The teachers are absolutely amazing. They care so much about each child and take the time to teach them new things everyday. I was amazed by the amount of progress my daughter made in 3 weeks there! She started walking, eating more table food, and talking more. Miss Ana, Miss Mallory, Miss Jennifer, and Miss Andrea are absolute treasures. I feel good everyday when I drop my daughter off because I know she is in great hands. If you are struggling to find a place that will love your munchkin like their own, you have to give them a call!

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ArborCreek Montessori School

(8 reviews)

37.0 mi

My son started here at 4 months old and is now 2 and I can't say enough good things about this…read moreplace. Being a working parent and deciding on childcare is no easy feat, but I cannot imagine sending my son anywhere else. They are kind and welcoming and have created such an excellent space to nurture children and have a safe place to learn. My son loves his teachers and his classmates and is thriving here. I'd give them 100 stars if possible. We love ArborCreek!

We have had all three of our children at Arborcreek from 8 weeks old-3 years and I cannot speak…read morehighly enough of the quality of care and education that our children have received. Sima, the director, deeply understands children, their behavior and their abilities. Her involvement with every child and every teacher creates a very unique environment in this gem of a school. It is special for each of our children to have the same lead teacher from infancy through toddlerhood. Because of the small size and the personal connection between teachers, students and parents, we truly feel that these teachers have been partners with us in our parenting journey. Their love and commitment to the students, the amazing communication with us as parents, and the willingness to go above and beyond has made our experience truly amazing. Our kids have blossomed into confidence, happy kids who love school and love learning. We are continually amazed by what these tiny humans can learn and achieve and how creatively they are taught. We are so grateful to have ArborCreek and highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a place that can truly nurture the whole child.

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Country Life Montessori School

(7 reviews)

50.6 mi

This school has done wonders for my daughter! She didn't really talk much before attending the…read moreschool, within a month or two she was talking in full sentences. She is in her third year with them and I can only say good things about this school! My daughter loves her teachers and LOVES to learn because of this school! Every day I ask her what part of her day was her favorite and she says playing outside (they get 45mins to an hour every day!) I am so sad that she has to move on to a new school next year but look forward to when my son can start there! If you are a parent who is looking for a place for your child to flourish, look no further!

We have been attending country life for two and a half years and wouldn't go anywhere else! We love…read morecountry life and love the teachers and the atmosphere!!!

Helping feed our animals!

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Bambino City Montessori Academy

32.9 mi

My daughter went here from a few months old until she started kindergarten, and is already enrolled…read morefor the summer semester while she's on break from public school. It is the most incredible school we could have ever put her in. The Guides love my child, they are so kind with their positive reinforcements, they speak to the kids in an age appropriate way, giving them more credit to reason and understand than I feel many adults do. They taught her academics but also personal responsibility and conflict resolution. Bethany will be that teacher that my child remembers fondly for the rest of her life. They do so much one on one teaching so each kid gets taught the way that best helps them. My daughter was so far ahead when starting kindergarten. I would recommend them to anyone, and so would several other families from there that we've built lasting friendships with.

I will always be grateful for Bambino City Montessori! My…read moreson started at this school a month before his second birthday. He was one of the first 10 or so children to start. He is now a couple months away from being four. He has learned so much so quickly there. His teachers have always been so up front with me and always address any concern head on. My son has a speech delay but, his teacher and I have worked so much together to get him the resources that he needs. My son will throw a fit to be dropped off with anymore else. But, he absolutely loves going to "his" school. He is so excited to tell me about his day and the things he did while he was at school. His teachers love him so much, and take such good care of him and all of the other children. They take pride in their school and it shows. Cleburne has definitely needed an amazing school like this one.

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Smart Start Montessori School

3.7

33.0 mi

My child has been enrolled here since he was 18months. Very family oriented and educates them in…read moretrue Montessori methods. I recommend them to everyone!

I love this school! My child loves it and has learned so much…read more The director is amazing and all the teachers are so nice and understanding. 10/10 would recommend

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Reviewer W.

1 month ago

I'm giving it 3 stars to be generous because I didn't have a terrible experience here. I transferred from this school after last spring (currently attending a different one), but I wanted to be transparent about my experience I had here. Even though applications are probably overdue, you never know who might need to hear this information. I find it quite disappointing that there aren't reviews from people who don't look or act like a majority of the main people around campus. While going here, I would have to say it was quite depressing. I did have a single room in Teeter, but I still hardly got to know any of the girls on my floor besides my suitemate (who was a senior) and my RA. Nobody really talked to me. Just like any other school (especially Evangel University), if you don't look or act a certain way (preferably white, pretty, and outgoing), you were treated like you didn't exist or like someone like you has never been seen before. Unfortunately, this generation bases a lot of their views from social media so it must have been surprising to see someone like me not act how they thought I would. The dating culture was also the same. There weren't a lot of couples while I was going here but you also were not pursued if you did not look like me. I bring up my appearance a lot because there were hardly any girls who looked like me going here when I went. On the plus side, the food was actually delicious. In particular, their burgers and burritos. I really liked it because they gave you take-out style boxes so it was way easier to carry your good back to your room. Two other pluses (at least in Teeter, since I lived there) was that (1) the bathrooms were large and they supplied a microwave and fridge in the room. (2), in the dorm right in front of Teeter (forgot the name, apologies), there was a counseling center. Overall, my most memorable experiences were not really involving the community. Nobody really talked to me, and nobody really offered to take me to their church with them. Interactions seemed pretty fake to me. Extra Note: If you truly have no sure way of getting financially secured for a missions trip here, I would NOT recommend going on one with them. A lot of the people there who are missions majors will make it seem like they "trusted God" for funding, but their parents/grandparents/church (especially pastor's or missionary kids) will already have thousands of dollars saved up to go. They convinced me I would be able to go to Vietnam through "prayer" and "fasting" and also told me that they would help me fund, but they didn't help me with anything. During "call night" (when you call family members or anyone who can help with your trip), there were spoiled kids sitting all around me saying how they were fully funded and that their grandparents posted about their trip in church and they got loads of money from that. It was humiliating. So just make sure you know what you're getting into before falling for the "don't worry about money" trap. They'll let you sit with the team right up until the last deadline and then you have the tough conversation about not being able to go. read more

Leanne E.

6 years ago

If you feel that the school preaches too much and that they push it down your throat, then you should not have enrolled there in the first place. In this day and age it is a privilege to hear the gospel in college. You are in charge of your spiritual maturity. It is truly an honor to have Christian Professors and faculty. The students graduating from an institution like this are highly sought after in the real world. And they deserve respect for choosing this college for their undergrad and graduate school. read more

Renee D.

8 years ago

SAGU was the right University to prepare me for a career in Education. I enjoyed the Christian world view that was evident from professors and all who worked there. Came back to get my Masters and was so inspired by the quality of the campus and faculty. I'm definitely a Lion for Life! read more

Jeannie T.

136

8 years ago

An amazing university with excellent theological teaching and all areas of expertise with a great outcome for students attending here. We have had three generations graduate from SAGU and more read more

Jacob M.

116

8 years ago

SAGU is the best Bible college in the world. You can grow as a person and in your walk with Christ. If you're considering ministry, this is your route. Say yes to SAGU 10/10! read more

Peter C.

12 years ago

Great college loved what I got from my years their. Waxahachie is a quit little town I would love to raise my family in. The price was good to! read more

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