Carden Academy of Whittier has been an incredible place for our family. What sets this school apart…read moreis its commitment to academic excellence while still nurturing each child as an individual. The teachers truly know their students and invest in both their educational and personal growth. The curriculum is rigorous and prepares students exceptionally well for high school and beyond. At the same time, the school emphasizes character, responsibility, respect, and confidence--qualities that are just as important as academics. Communication with families is excellent, and the administration is approachable, caring, and genuinely dedicated to the success of every student. The campus has a warm, family-like atmosphere where children are encouraged to challenge themselves while feeling supported. If you're looking for a private school that combines strong academics, high expectations, and a caring community, I highly recommend Carden Academy of Whittier. We are grateful to be part of such a special school.

I am a PICKY parent...lol. I searched and searched for a school that I would love, and after 6+…read moreschools, I found Carden of Whittier! It was important for me that my child was NOT another number, but an individual, with an identity. That my family would be known on a first name basis, and that her school would truly be " a home away form home"! Academics had to be strong, class size had to be small, campus had to be clean and in a nice area. Carden met all of these needs. Carden has helped me raise my daughter into a strong, intelligent young lady. She is more than prepared for her academic future! She carries herself with pride, can communicate well and has huge aspirations for her future..I know this school has a lot to do with all of the above! Thank you Carden!

Ocean View is a very good school. It is maintained well and all of the teacher and kind and…read morerespectful. My kid comes home every day and tells me about all the fun things she did. The school is very inclusive and whenever kids are being rude the noon aids help. All and all this school is a very good school. I would recommend taking your kids here.

Both my kids went here to ocean view elementary in Whittier and I liked this school, but now my…read morebrother has moved back here and he will be moving in with my dad with his ten year old and he talked to the office people at ocean view elementary in Whittier and they told him sorry enroll him somewhere else... Wow complete shock.... Sounds like they are liberals... I am very disappointed in this school thought it was better then east whittier middle school but they sound just as worse.... Don't take ur kids here....i will call the school board and let them know the school is committing a crime by not letting a child go to school there.. Do they turn away homeless children as well??.. Horrible very disappointed

Prospective families should be aware that the Executive Director does not operate in true…read morepartnership with parents. When concerns are raised, communication is handled in a dismissive manner rather than through collaboration or dialogue. Parent input is acknowledged superficially, key points are bypassed, and agreements made at the classroom level are not upheld at the executive level. After receiving an assessment that did not accurately reflect our child's abilities (completed less than two months into enrollment), we raised concerns about the lack of context, narrative, and communication. The teachers acknowledged the assessment was not an accurate reflection of her capabilities and agreed it should be updated to reflect her short acclimation period and current capabilities. However, when this was escalated to the Executive Director, those agreements were disregarded. Rather than updating the assessment as discussed, leadership insisted on singling out a child instead of correcting an administrative misstep. Requests to simply revise the original assessment with accurate context were dismissed. When we expressed concern about the long-term academic implications of having an inaccurate student record, we were dismissed. The Executive Director superficially acknowledged our concerns, and reasonable requests were met with inflexibility rather than problem-solving. A school's culture is shaped from the top. If families are leaving, leadership may want to reflect on how parent advocacy is received and addressed.

We recently transferred our 2.5-year-old from a highly regarded preschool in Playa Vista to…read moreBroadoaks, and the difference has been night and day. While there was nothing "wrong" with the previous school on paper, we never saw the kind of joy, excitement, and emotional connection to the environment that we now see every single day. Our son comes home telling us stories about his teachers and friends, and he literally doesn't want to leave when we pick him up. The teachers at Broadoaks have been so kind, nurturing, and patient with him (and he is very high energy!). It's clear they truly care about their students and create a supportive environment where kids can thrive. We are so grateful for the warmth and dedication of the Broadoaks staff--it has made our move to Whittier that much sweeter knowing our child is in such good hands.

The teachers are so nice and so is the principal. They also have fun and cool assembles and the…read moregood thing is it goes from to up to fifth grade.

This school makes kids love learning. The staff and teachers love the kids and ante constantly…read moregoing above and beyond to bring joy to the classroom. Most of the staff and teachers have had or currently have their kids at the school and that says a lot about how wonderful it is.

Absolutely the best preschool in the area--caring teachers, a warm and nurturing environment, and a…read morethoughtful Reggio-inspired approach that supports sensory needs and encourages learning through nature, animals, and child-led exploration. Our son is thriving and loves going every day! (He's been here since two and is about to graduate to kinder, but will be staying in the afterschool program.)

This school is truly a gem. My son attended for 2 years and I couldn't be more grateful for the…read moreteachers supporting his growth here. All of the teachers/ staff are warm and kind - they genuinely care for the children. I wish this school went up to elementary school bc I have yet to find quality teachers like Mulberry. Also the Reggio inspired philosophy they apply in their curriculum is amazing! If you're thinking of enrolling your child I wouldn't hesitate. Thank you Mulberry Tree you'll forever be in our hearts!

Best school nice teachers. Lunch lady's are nice Ms. Romero is a kind teacher taught my daughter…read morewell. They keep the kids safe and have many field trips lots of fundraisers that are fun for kids

Coming from an LAUSD school, Mulberry Elementary is what I wish my school would have been like, or…read moremy sons 1st elementary. From day 1 i noticed the difference in communication and attention to the kiddos. The amount of school spirit the faculty and staff have is so heartwarming.

I love this school. My son started Kinder there and he has learned so much. He enjoys going to…read moreschool. His teacher Mrs. Tippitt is such a great teacher, she makes things fun for the kids.

They have a new principal for 2014 school year. I had high hopes for this school when my child…read morestarted kinder but admin and the people who work at front desk are rude. Several times I needed assistance and all I got was a smart ass attitude or they were too busy. They always make you write down your information and possibly get back to you. They do not care for the parents concerns. I wish the old principal was there because he actually reassured you in any situation regarding your child. Over all not good school!

This is where I went to kindergarten. I remember absolutely loving school here, but that's…read moreprobably due mainly to the fact that I had a huge crush (my first!) on my teacher, Miss Pasic. I apologize, Miss Pasic, if I'm misspelling your name, but I didn't know how to read or write in kindergarten. In additional to normal kindergarten things, which were really cool, there is a really fun play area that only the two kindergarten classrooms have access to during the school day. You used to be able to sneak into this play area, but they might lock the gate now. They also had some sort of big party thing that involved a cake-decorating competition, which I won (with 95 percent of the work having been done by my dad). I don't have any idea how large the crowd was, but it seemed massive to me (I was five). The cake was really cool. It was a race car with Goofy in it, and it was my idea to use donuts for the wheels. This school is also cool because it has multiple levels and because they offer classes for kids in the summer. I took one about reptiles and another one that I can't remember.

I too, went K-6 to MRE...the home I grew up in bordered the school property. I was sad to see it in…read morethe News on Fri. Pray for the family & the lives lost. Many happy memories from Mrs Jergens in1967 to Mr Brink in 1973 to Flag Football & Fireworks during the Summer!!!

Beautiful school I love it so much best teacher is Mrs hash 2 nd grade…read moreSo good school amazing lunch with the principal field trips dress up days

Some of the teachers are super rude. Especially in fifth grade, my daughter got bullied and the…read moreschool and teachers did nothing about it. Never EVER seeing this school again.

Our 8 year old son always had a difficult time at the schools he was previously in…read more When my wife and toured Whittier Friends School and met the staff, we instantly felt that " this is it" feeling and we were right! The way the teachers pour their knowledge, love, and kindness into the kids is a Godsend! They have amazing field trips, creative ways of teaching, small classes for a better learning experience, and a strong encouragement of parental involvement. Our son can't wait to go to school the next day! It brings us so much joy knowing that he is excelling at such a high rate. This is his second year and he will continue to attend Whittier Friends School for as many years as he can!

This is a small but amazing school. Multi age small classrooms cultivate a culture of tolerance and…read morecooperation. The small student to teacher ratio ensures dedicated and through lesson plans where students are taught in a classic lesson then pencil to page reinforcement style without screens and a lot of teacher/ student interaction. Computers are used occasionally and sparingly. This as a positive because eye contact when speaking, problemsolving and communication skills are built while learning. We get a report about how the day at pick up that include the day's class activities, behavior and reminders about any school activities or meetings that are taking place or upcoming. The school takes lots of field trips that encourage learning outside the classroom and apply to the current curriculum. This school fosters a culture of scholarship, good citizenship, physical, mental and emotional health, and tolerance. Each child is encouraged to be his or her own unique and wonderful self in a gentle and structured environment. I am so happy we found rhis school and so happy with my son's academic progress. He will be attending this school until he ages out.