Very poorly run school. Administrator is incompetent and gossips about students and families. Very…read moredisappointing Catholic school. The 3rd - 5th grades teach nothing, contain no rigor, have no Catholic teaching, lack classroom management, and the teachers are not credentialed (as indicated). The curriculum is a bunch of supplemental material & the administrator follows common core instead of classical curriculum, which most Catholic schools adhere to in order to set them apart from public school. The middle school math teacher is excellent. The language arts teacher is awful. This school lacks true Catholic doctrine and allows non-Catholic students to take the host. A true disappointment to the San Diego dioceses of schools.

Awful school. Terrible faculty. Poorly run and full of incompetency. My previous post is deleted…read morebut I will try to write a new one so that parents understand that what they are paying for is not worth it. There is no rigor, there is a lack of classroom management, there is no Catholicism, and noncredentialed teachers run amok. The students are sat in front of youtube videos all day while teachers play on their phones. I took my kids out and it is worth it.

Me going to this school is good the teachers are good but the food is mid and there is a after…read moreschool program

My child was severely physically, mentally & verbally bullied at this school in KINDERGARTEN. A few…read moreexamples: his teacher at circle time (everyone sitting down) made my son stand up and reprimanded him for something he did in line outside before coming in. I personally witnessed him physically pushed to the ground and punched by a group of kids, the yard teacher said " what did you do to make them hurt you?". He came home with scratches so bad on his body that he thought he had a sunburn. I told the principal and there was no action, only offered a school councilor "three times a week" for my KINDERGARTNER. This is just the tip of the iceberg for how incredibly awful this school, its leadership & the faculty were. I moved him schools & he has been doing amazing ever since. DO NOT put your child in this school. I don't have enough words to express on here how much of a genuine nightmare it was, and this experience set my son up to hate & resent school, created a deep sense of self hatred & self consciousness that has stuck with him. BEWARE, this is not a no-tolerance or safe space for children to learn in.

I like that Palmquist is a public school with a focus on STEM. I like that it has a community…read moregarden. I like my child's teacher. My kid likes her, too. But the registration process is disorganized and frustrating. Further, only having half-day kindergarten is really frustrating when you only find out the Friday before school starts that your kid is in the PM class. And to add salt to that wound, the PM kids have to come to class on Wednesdays at 8:15. This makes it really difficult to set a schedule for your child and only the kids put into the PM class are affected by this. I feel like this certainly will have *some* impact on academics.

Santa Margarita Elementary School in Oceanside, Camp Pendleton…read more Last year my son went to P-K, and this year T-k. Every staff member at the school has been amazing. The Principal and Vice Principal, the front office staff, the school nurse, and all the teachers ; they constantly try ( and succeed) at finding the best ways to communicate, and be approachable for the parents and students. There are policies and practices for keeping the students safe and accountable. The learning goals are set and worked towards daily. And everyone smiles and is genuinely friendly, so I don't think that'd be possible constantly unless it was a healthy environment. I'm very grateful for the time my son spends there.

I experience a hassle going back and forth for my child's paperwork for out of district transfer,…read morewent to their schools was told to wait I'll get emails sent, a week later nothing sent, had to drive to Oceanside school from riverside to see if I could get something sent. No luck, front desk said same thing e-mail would be sent! At this point I'm super upset! long story short, I end up driving to the school district office I met Martha a sweet lady in front desk she got me all I needed right away and even offer to scan and send to my email to facilitate the process. She apologized for others lame communication and lack of work, and went above and beyond to make sure I left with everything I needed! She made me feel she was there to help me and guide me, I kid you not i came in upset and left happy!! This lady deserves a big raise or promotion!! If I could I would give her a big hug!! Her name is Martha Fregoso Just because of her I give a 5 star! Libby Elementary gets ZERO!

We love this school for my 5th grader! My daughter had Mrs. Sue Williams for 4th grade and Mrs…read more Holguin for 5th grade and who in the world doesn't love Miss Maddy at the front desk?!? The principal Mr. Carasko is hands on and is one of the few principals that parents have encountered that uses precise and understanding communication tools. I could go on and on about this school because every family finds this school to be more like family. I love and appreciate all the staff and all the hands on learning they give for the kids. Thank you so much to the amazing teachers and the "proud principal of the North Terrace Tigers". Please give a big hug to Mrs sue Williams as she will forever be dear to my heart. She is so selfless and an amazing human being to those kiddos!

I absolutely love this school! 2 of my kids have went here from Kinder on. The teachers are…read moreamazing and actually care about the kids in the school! I would definitely recommend this school to everyone! They all get to know the kids and families on personal levels which is great cause then it's easier to catch if there is anything wrong with your child. They are now up to 7th grade in this school. YaY!

Magnolia is a lovely school. The teachers obviously love the kids and the kids seems to really…read moreenjoy school. Today is an assembly day with awards being given. Quite a ceremony going on!

What an amazing school! I say this with every bit of me! From the office to the teachers the nurse…read morethe principal is truly breathtaking, this is truly a little community. Everyone is so thoughtful here. I've always felt the love here but today made it speechless when Mr.Hines went out of his way to give me and my husband a hand out in the rain because our cars battery died! xoxo Sierra Family! #SpreadTheLove #GodIsGood

5-year update: We have 3 children attending CCA, and we…read morefeel confident that this is the best place for them emotionally, academically, and spiritually. It feels like family: from drop off to extended care (which is super reliable & affordable). Teachers each have their own personalities, some are super warm, while others are stricter - but they all really try to help every kid. During our 6 years here, we have not experienced any bullying. Actually, every day kids are specifically taught to be kind and supportive to each other, and teachers and the principal get involved (very involved) with any behavior issues immediately. The bad reviews are from a few families that were likely not a good fit from the beginning, even though the school did everything to make them welcome. Over the last few years, the school has grown tremendously, and one thing we'd recommend is that they screen & educate incoming families a bit better.

Our kids have been attending CCA since 2021 and it has been absolutely wonderful in so many ways,…read moreacademically and spiritually. The principal and teachers have worked hard the last few years to grow the campus. The extra curricular activities, sports, and fun events for the community and school families are expanding and so fun to be a part of. The principal values parent feedback and he and his staff have worked tirelessly to expand where needed and keep student safety as a top priority. The teachers are all fantastic. They are able to show love to our kids, discipline with grace and kindness, and are all great examples of Jesus' teachings. Chapel is weekly, music lessons are offered at an affordable price, aftercare is THE BEST (affordable and FUN). The kids are learning like we used to, real life history, math, social studies, etc. They teach our kids to respect our country and our flag-- something you will not get in most schools. Music is integrated into the classroom as a subject which is a lost art in public schools. Religious or not, you will not be disappointed sending your kids to this school! They are accepting and loving to everyone, no matter your background. CCA is a true staple in the Carlsbad community!!

We love Empresa elementary. Great system, music program, and amazing g teachers. My son is…read morefinishing TK this year and we couldn't ask for a better teacher than his teacher. We love their sports, painting, AP/PM program and teachers. We also hear a lot of amazing stories from other parents. We only hope Empresa can get its Chess Club back soon. Thank you all for the amazing job you do with all the children!

I'm so happy with Empresa the staff and teachers are so helpful and kind. Love that they have music…read moreand art. I have a first grader and a 5 grader both love this school. Thank you Empresa for all you do. EMPRESA ROCKS!!

This school is the MOST AMAZING school my boys have ever been to and unfortunately they have been…read moreto quite a few. Any and every school can teach kids what they need to learn but very few can teach kids how to be amazing human beings and every single staff member I have encountered at this school has done so by strong example!! My boys have been through a lot and they have provided them (and all others) with a loving, caring, and supportive environment. The principal is amazing! At most schools you hardly see the principal if at all but not here. I see him daily. He is a constant throughout the school constantly moving and involved in all aspects and activities instead of just hanging out in his office. The office staff is always helpful, warm, and welcoming and they show a genuine care and concern for all the kids (and parents) and their well being. The teachers are amazing and put a massive amount of effort into each child and their individual learning needs. I have a child with severe ADHD who has struggled in school ever since he started and his teacher Mrs. Cress has some how managed to find a way with him to where now, not only is he actually completing work but completing it correctly and retaining what she is teaching. He is actually excited to go to school and even do homework (weird lol) for the first time ever! The after school program is amazing and the staff there is equally as caring and invested as everyone else in the school! I am so grateful my boys wound up here!!

Honestly I had a bad experience with the staff at the office. Seemed very obnoxious and rude when…read moretalking about issues. Had to remove my kid from their and change to another school because of her. My kid was mixed and I think she had a dislike for colored skinned kids.

I'm a grandma to three kids who've attended here. I've never seen a better school in my life!…read moreClean, nice teachers, newer modern school. They even have healthy school lunches (unlike public school). My mother was a Special Ed teacher, so I grew up hearing about education. I'm soooo impressed! And grateful my grandkids had such a great head start!

When we relocated to the area, one of our biggest concerns was finding a high-quality preschool. We…read morespent hours reading reviews, touring schools, and agonizing over the decision. Ultimately, we were referred to Carlsbad Country Day School by an acquaintance--and we are so grateful we followed that recommendation. From the moment we toured the school, we were impressed. The staff is incredibly warm and welcoming, the campus is clean and beautiful, and the overall atmosphere is calm, joyful, and thoughtfully run. The curriculum is fantastic--our kids enjoy yoga, sports, reading class, and so much more. The school also provides healthy and delicious meals daily, which has been a huge relief for us as busy parents. Even better? The kids love the food! As for their teachers--Mrs. Gina and Ms. Stephanie are absolutely wonderful. You can tell they truly care about their students and pour so much effort into making each day special. Mrs. Gina creates such a positive and engaging learning environment for our older child, and Ms. Stephanie brings so much warmth, fun, and care to our younger child's classroom. We feel so lucky they have these amazing educators in their lives. Our kids are genuinely excited to go to school each day. One of them won't even say goodbye at drop-off, and at pickup, it's like pulling teeth to get them to leave--honestly, we take that as a great sign! The outdoor space is spacious and full of activities to keep them busy and happy. The school also hosts adorable events throughout the year--like a mother/son dance, a Christmas party, and more--which really make families feel connected. They also offer professional school photos twice a year, and the sibling pictures are to die for--some of the cutest we've ever had taken. We truly feel like we won the lottery finding Carlsbad Country Day School. Our only wish is that they went through elementary school too!