My two daughters attended Grace school and daycare. My youngest started Grace daycare at 7 months…read more For the first few months she cried at dropoff but quickly connected with the great care at the school. The school required her to be potty trained before advancing classes and helped. My oldest daughter started in TK and stayed until 5th grade. The teachers and school staff were great! The class sizes were small and well equipped. The school had multiple small plays and ceremonies involving the students for the parents. I had to withdraw my daughters because we moved but Grace set such a high standard that we haven't been satisfied with the schools and daycares in our new area.

My son has been at Grace Christian School since 2nd grade, and it's been one of the best decisions…read moreI've made. It's more than just a school--it's a faith-centered community where Christian values are lived out daily through prayer, chapel, and encouragement. The teachers and staff are incredibly caring and teach with genuine dedication. With smaller class sizes, they provide individualized attention, thoughtful accommodations, and meaningful challenges so each student can succeed at their own level. The strong curriculum, combined with a close-knit, family-like environment, has helped my son grow tremendously in both confidence and character. I've always felt supported as a partner in his education. Grade-level field trips bring classroom learning to life, and opportunities like sports, music, and STEM programs help students explore their interests and build confidence. Community events like the Harvest Festival and Car Show create a welcoming atmosphere and truly make Grace feel like a second family. Most importantly, Grace provides an excellent Christian education in a loving, nurturing environment. I'm grateful for the positive impact they've had on my son and highly recommend Grace Christian School to any family seeking strong academics, faith-based values, and a supportive community.

Finding a private school that balances academic excellence with character development can feel like…read moresearching for a needle in a haystack. For our family, EAA hasn't just been a school, it's been a community that feels like home. From the start, we could tell the teachers and the staff set up a caring environment where your child is seen, known, and cared for with respect and encouragement. The main areas that have stood out to us the most: 1. Excellence Beyond the Textbook - The curriculum here is rigorous and forward-thinking, but what truly sets it apart is the holistic approach. The teachers don't just teach for the test; they teach for life. Starting in kindergarten, every quarter each student had to prepare a presentation that would be presented to their K-1st classmates. By the 4th quarter, each kid was thriving with confidence in public speaking skills! From STEAM projects to the fine arts in musical performances for choir, band, and handbells, kids are challenged to think critically and creatively every single day. 2. A Foundation of Faith and Values - In a world that often feels chaotic, EAA provides a centeredness and steadying influence. The Christian values of service to others, integrity, and compassion are woven into a variety of experiences and community outreach. It is incredibly heartening to see your child excitedly talking about how they helped someone that day and lead with kindness. 3. Mentors, Not Just Teachers - The faculty here are small, mighty, and absolutely world-class. They are deeply invested in each student's personal growth. We have seen firsthand how the small class sizes allow for individualized attention, ensuring that no student falls through the cracks and each child, no matter how young or old, is encouraged to reach their greatest potential. 4. A True Community Atmosphere - When we first started here, we immediately knew we weren't just signing up to any old school; we were joining a supportive community. The parent-teacher partnership is phenomenal, and the sense of safety--both physical and emotional--is something we value deeply. We wanted a school that would prepare our child for a success: whether for life in general or a rewarding career, we wanted to ensure they would be taught more than just the ABCs and the 123s. We now know our child is being set up for so much more through an enriched foundation that provides the tools, resources, and critical thinking necessary for a meaningful life. We have found that at EAA where confidence, intelligence, and faith have been intertwined in the most fantastic way. If you're on the fence, take a tour. Talk to the staff. See the students at play. You'll realize very quickly that this is exactly where your child belongs!

I can't express enough gratitude for Escondido Adventist Academy. After going through a difficult…read moredivorce and relocating to San Diego to be with my parents, I discovered this school through the Seventh-day Adventist Church--and it has been a true blessing. The environment is amazing--safe, nurturing, and full of love. From the front desk to the principal, every staff member is incredible. And I must say, his teachers are absolutely wonderful. They work so closely with him, offering constant support, giving him countless opportunities, and helping him succeed in every way. My son is flourishing--he's excelling academically and growing in character, rooted in Christian values. I'm so thankful for this incredible school and the difference they make every single day in our lives.

My son graduated John Paul the Great Catholic University. He loved going there and is on his way…read moretowards obtaining his dream. I went to the parents weekend and was impresssed with the professors and staff that I met. I am glad my son went there. He specifically wanted a Catholic University on the Neumann list and to meet likeminded people pursuing film and media degrees. If anyone from JPC is reading, thank you! Theresa B

John Paul the Great Catholic University played a huge role in forming me into the artist and person…read moreI am today. While I see a lot of reviews on here complaining about the numerous required classes not directly related to a specific craft, I actually really appreciated how the school sought to approach my education holistically; taking into account the entirety of my personhood outside of my primary field of study. As an animation and music student, some of my favorite classes actually included getting to study authors like Dostoevsky and Dante, learning the principles of leadership, Catholic Poetry, and even understanding the importance of Film Criticism. These all played heavily into my animation, music, and writing work. The university's biggest strength is its professors. I can name multiple faculty members who showed me throughout my studies that they cared about me not just as a number, but as a real person with struggles, hopes, dreams, and challenges. One professor in particular, after hearing I was struggling with health issues, invited me to sit in his office, talk it out, and plan practical steps to heal and enjoy the work I was doing. I can't put into words how much that meant to me. Spiritual Life on campus was also one of my favorite aspects of JPCatholic. They have mass daily and adoration multiple days of the week, as well as confession before most masses. This was the main reason I came to the school. I also was part of a wonderful household of women who were incredibly encouraging, steadfast, and had hearts on fire for the Lord. Not only were they integral to my walk with Christ, but were genuinely fun and joyful people to be around. In my own experience, I would say the downside of this school is the sociological aspect of it. Since it's a three year program, one third of the population is cycled out every single year, making it hard to establish a consistent culture within the school. (Which means reviews, both good and bad, about the community are rarely going to apply to the years following it). There are also no communal lunches (because JPCatholic uses apartments, not dorms) which means you really have to be intentional about going out of your way to meet people and maintain friendships. This can lead to loneliness epidemics across the school, especially for people like me who struggle with a workaholic mindset. However, I have multiple siblings and friends who attend other Newman Guide schools who have expressed the same struggle, so I'm sure it's also a human thing. At JPCatholic, you need to push yourself to get out there and make friends, schedule dinners with roommates, and feel like a part of the community outside your work. I would strongly recommend joining a household! The amount of independence JPCatholic gives its students can also be a huge learning curve for people like me who before coming to the school maybe did two loads of laundry in my life and could microwave a hotdog. However, I can say that although it was hard at first, I am so thankful I learned so many practical life skills while I was in the JPCatholic environment instead of having to learn after graduating. Finally, I would say my favorite academic experience at JPCatholic was definitely the senior project program (Animation Capstone). Like many others have mentioned on this site, you're going to learn at this school by doing. JPCatholic is a school that is tailored towards people who initiate and take action... or in other words, you're going to get out what you put in. I began the senior project process as a freshman, and I was moved by the people (especially students and prominent faculty) who actually took me and my idea seriously even when I had only been at the school for a few months. I loved getting to know each and every crew member that was a part of the project and it ended up becoming something much larger than I had originally dreamed. I'm so grateful for that entire experience and am humbled hearing people tell me about their experiences with the film itself. JPCatholic taught me that being a writer, musician, and artist is hard... but that I can do hard things. I came in as an optimist with big dreams, and left with even bigger dreams now grounded in perseverance, experience, and practical skills. I can't wait to take what I have learned at JPCatholic and continue to grow as an artist and person.

No Halloween Costumes at an Elementary school? WTF is this world coming to?…read more This is one of the most ridiculous things I've ever heard. These poor kids get subjected to over-sensitive adults pushing an agenda and they're honestly the only one's paying the price. wish the school and the board had more common sense and a stronger backbone to not allow such ridiculous restrictions on our children. What's worse is that they won't even re-evaluate their position on this and ASK the parents what THEY WANT for THEIR CHILDREN. Ever heard of a survey? Pathetic

Rolling hills elementary how do I even start this. I went to rolling hills elementary for 2 year…read more Keep in mind I did have an IEP it plays a part in this review. I had a teacher her name was Mrs. Iverson she okay at the time but the more I go back in time and really think about it. Me and the other kids kinda got bullied by her. For example, my friend her name is Joanna she really wanted to do safety portal. So she ask Mrs. Iverson to sign the paper. So she read the paper and her words were "Joanna honey look you have a disability so this is a very big disadvantage for you so you can't do safety a patrol." And keep in mind the girl is 9 years old at the time. Like really come on that was so unnecessary. After that day she always looks down on her self and it still makes a big impact on her it's been 5 years since then. My personal experience with mrs. Iverson was interesting. I was cheering for Westview high school pop Warner. And at the time it just so happened to be competition season so that mean I miss one day and that day was a Friday. It also happened to be the day before winter break, so it shouldn't really matter because we were going to have a party anyways. BUT, Mrs Iverson told me her words. " Leilani aren't to fat to be in cheer." and keep in mind I was tall but I wasn't fat I only weighed about 70 pounds. To me that's not fat. So I came home crying because this wasn't the first this had happened with her with me and other kids. She didn't get fired and they just brushed it off. They didn't care. I was also only 9 years old so that caused me to have an ED and it is still with me 6 years later. So this really had an impact in my life as you hopefully can tell. So basically all I'm trying to say is that this school does not care about the special ed students that don't seem to have a disability from the outside. Because we mask it. If you don't know what masking it mean it mean to hide you "not normal habits" So if your kid does in fact have a disability and they do mask it. Very well around people they aren't close to. DON'T GO TO THIS SCHOOL BECAUSE THAT ISN'T EVEN THE WORSE I HAVE MORE experience from different teachers. BUT my favorite teacher of all time was Mrs. Mallory. I'm sorry for the bad grammar and or typos but I'm in the car and I'm kinda in a rush. Thank you for your time to reading this. Have a great rest of your day.

Stay far away from this school!!! I received appalling, disrespectful treatment from the moment I…read moreenrolled my son. Everyone from the receptionist Mrs. Magaña to the principal Mrs. Taitano acts like they're above you and won't give you -- a paying customer -- the time of day. The receptionist was bilingual and since I also was fluent in Spanish, I chose to speak to her in Spanish. She promptly race-shamed me to insist I only speak in English. I'm an American citizen and I didn't appreciate the rude and racist treatment. However, I tolerated the treatment for the sake of my son. Next, my son missed a few assignments and I hired a tutor to help him get caught up. I asked the teacher, Linda Hayek, for his missed assignments via email and she never responded to me. We later asked again for the assignments, involving the principal and she nastily retorted that I was "making up stories" and that I had not asked for the assignments and not received them. I have an electronic paper trail to prove I did ask the teacher for them. My husband was upset at how they were treating me so he responded to the principal in an assertive but respectful tone and we received the most unprofessional reply from the principal. Rather than supporting our son and helping us create a plan to help him succeed, they kicked him out of the school. At some point during this exchange, they said we could leave and receive a full refund, but after they kicked us out they only refunded us our security deposit and said they would give us the rest "later" (yeah, right...). I insisted they keep their word which was also expressed in written form. These people do not care about children's education. They only care about money and a hypocritical form of piety that was absolutely disgraceful. I am a catholic, but I am ashamed to have served at, donated to, and enrolled my son in a school with such ungodly leadership. This was not a one off case either. My friends enrolled her kids here and also received the same rude stuck up attitudes and lack of support. Stay FAR AWAY!

I enrolled my son in the Preschool class half days, a few days a week, to test the waters. My son…read moreloved it so much he was asking to go to school ALL the time so I changed his enrollment to all five days since he was enjoying it so much. My family and I are so pleased at his development and his love and affection for his classmates, teachers and staff. Everyone at the school is so inviting and takes an honest, pure interest in each child and family. We have felt welcomed since the day we took an initial tour to now several months later. We have enjoyed the school and church activities immensely. We hope to be able to keep him enrolled as long as possible. I highly recommend St. Peter's The Apostle Catholic School.

I went to elementary school and high school in this district. My elementary school days were okay…read morebesides the fact that I had LICE every year, more than once a year. So basically I had lice almost all my childhood from Midland Elementary. Then for high school it was a lot of rich, snobby kids. I had a boy in my economics class s-xually h-rassing me and the teacher knew but didn't stop it. Honesty they're lucky I'm giving them 3 stars.

Everyone wants to create schools in their own image and that is really what the negative reviews…read morepertain to. This is a great school district that addresses issues as they arise.

Love this school best staff ever highly recommend for you parents out there this is a great schoolread more

This is the worst school in Escondido. I tried to have my son in this school twice, and both times…read morewere a nightmare. Horrible staff, ignored IEP laws, ignored my child, put him in a corner and allowed him to play R rated video games. The list goes on. Trash school over all.

We are so grateful for our daughter's time at Escondido Christian Preschool. She had a truly…read morewonderful experience and is now heading off to kindergarten with confidence, joy, and a love for learning. A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Natasha, her teacher last year, who nurtured her curiosity and made school so much fun. This year, she was blessed with Ms. Yvette and Ms. Audrey, both brought so much warmth, patience, and encouragement into her daily routine. And a special thanks to Ms. Martina, the incredible director, whose leadership and care are felt throughout the school. Escondido Christian Preschool beautifully upholds strong Christian values and provides a loving, structured environment. I felt completely at ease dropping my daughter off every day, knowing she was safe, supported, and truly cared for. I would recommend this school to any family looking for a Christ-centered, nurturing start to their child's education.

This preschool is a dream! My son attended the infant-toddler center from the time he was 22 months…read moreuntil he was 25 months. They made a temporary spot for him while I had an extended hospital stay and my younger son had a NICU stay. I was so nervous to enroll him in any sort of day care since he had been home with me until that point, but had no choice and heard great things about the ITC from the preschool director at our home church at Emmanuel Faith. Ms. Martina called us and gave us a tour and my mind was instantly put at ease. One of the best features of the school are the small class sizes. There were 6 children in his class and 2 teachers. I could tell that Ms. Des and Ms. Rachel really cared about his growth and development. They let us know what they were working on with him and celebrated whenever he mastered a new social skill. They updated through the Brightwheel app with photos and his daily sleeping, eating and diaper change schedule. He did daily arts and crafts and had lots of sensory play. When I got out of the hospital and did daily drop-offs, I'd see him squeal with excitement as he approached the classroom, ready to begin his school day. It made me so happy to see him come out of his shell. It was honestly really hard to say goodbye to this place and I can't thank them enough for taking such great care of my baby during such a difficult time.