We have 3 kids currently attending VCS and will hopefully be adding our twins to the roster this…read moreyear. Our children are thriving at Village; academically, emotionally, and spiritually. All of our kids love the campus and the teachers. The curriculum is challenging but the school is always finding new ways to make learning fun. VCS encourage family unity and there are many social events for families. We feel like VCS is our second home and we have made many friends there, friends that we actually like to hang out with outside of school. As a parent I am always worried if the curriculum isn't challenging enough so when other kids come to Village I ask the parents if their children find the work too easy or more challenging. I have yet to hear of one parent tell me it is easier than their previous school. The teachers and staff alike truly care about these kids and love God. It is evident the moment you set foot on campus. VCS promotes college at an early age and will guide your children through the entire process and hold their hand every step of the way. They focus on what the children like and what they want to study. VCS is a wonderful school and we are so thankful our children have the opportunity to attend.

i'd give it 0 if i could. terrible teachers besides mrs. A in the science program. other then that…read morethe whole school sucks

I read a review on Armenian Sisters Academy by Sam S. about the kindergarten teacher Miss Tamar…read more I completely disagree with Mr. Sam's review because I've had both of my children in Miss Tamar's class. Miss Tamar is the most patient, kind, caring, understanding, and most importantly not a bully. She is fair with each and every student and she encourages all of her students to achieve their best by giving them many chances. We recommended many of our friends children to Armenian Sisters' Academy. They have had a positive experience with Miss Tamar and the entire ASA community. Best,

The only reason I am giving this school two stars instead of one is because my daughter truly loved…read moreone of her preschool teachers. Beyond that, our experience has been incredibly disappointing. There is a blatant culture of favoritism here. If you are willing to make large, extra donations on top of tuition, your child will be prioritized and supported. If you do not make these donations, you will absolutely feel the discrimination. It is highly frustrating to experience this when we already pay $1,200 to $1,300 a month in tuition. Even my 4-year-old noticed the difference, feeling left out because other kids were clearly receiving more attention and support. For the amount of tuition they charge, the programs are remarkably cheap. They do not invest back into the children's development, and there is a complete lack of modern technology or learning resources. Prospective parents should also know that the school uses faith as a marketing tool. They constantly invoke religion, Jesus Christ, and Saint Mary to attract families, but the actual quality and environment of their programs do not reflect Christian values at all. If we had known this from the start, we would have never enrolled our child here. I highly recommend looking elsewhere if you want an inclusive, high-quality environment for your child.

Our family has been part of this Catholic school community since our son began kindergarten, and…read morenow that he is in 2nd grade, we can truly say how grateful we are to be here. From the very beginning, the school has felt like a second family -- welcoming, nurturing, and rooted in strong faith and values. The sense of community is something truly special. It is clear that students are known, supported, and encouraged to grow into confident, compassionate individuals. We feel blessed to be part of a school that not only provides an excellent education but also reinforces faith, respect, and service. We highly recommend this school to any family looking for a loving, faith-filled environment where children can thrive.

I've had my kids at SRB for 6+ years and I really appreciate the 5-7 student class size so teachers…read morecan spend the extra time with each student. They are also more affordable than the local private schools. Even though I'm Catholic, they had families that were not which is nice to see as people see the value of a private education regardless of the faith.

Most teachers here do not know what they are doing, they don't care about our mental health. The…read moreadministration lets teachers insult students. Most of the funding only funds the robotics and cinema teams. Teachers do not teach and fail students on purpose and the administration has not done anything to fix the problem since they don't hear anyone out. We told the counselors about the issues they're having with teachers but they don't care at all and never do anything about it. I told my teachers before hand that I had a competition to go to and needed extra time to do the homework, I finished it and showed it to them and they said that apparently it's too late, it was impossible to finish all the homework they assigned, plus the extra homework they gave in one day so they gave me a zero. Kortoshian and Landisi ruined this school and they don't know how to run a school. They give you a ton of homework and tests which take away all your free time. No one deserves to go to this school.

I was originally intending for this to be a humorous review, but Andy O. has done a fine job…read moreoutlining the funnier points of the mess that is Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School. Clark touts recognition at the state and national levels for being a top school, and likes to promote its GUSD-leading API ranking, but let's be honest here, the bar is low. There are a few staff members and teachers who care about and do their jobs well, but on the whole, Clark is a case study on academic mismanagement and why many students in the American educational system succeed in spite of the schools they attend rather than because of them. As I sit here at 27 years of age writing this, I'm fairly happy with where I am in my life. I graduated from a top university and work at a job I love, which just happens to be with one of the most successful companies in history. I'm not trying to come off sounding like a tool here, but I want to make it clear that my success in these two areas commonly associated with a quality high school education came as a result of my own hard work, talent, and determination rather than anything Clark can take credit for. Thank you, Clark, for the 'innovative' curriculum that ended up being completely misaligned with the first-year prerequisites at nearly every U.S. university, the lack of any *quality* extracurricular activities, and your Draconian code-of-conduct which sought to stifle any sort of self-expression and created a culture hell-bent on breeding America's next group of mindless followers rather than its future innovators, thinkers, and leaders. On a more personal note, thanks for the 4 or 5 (?) suspensions as well. Like Andy Oh, I guess I too am a gangster. This review is getting too long and angsty already, so I think I'll end here. I will leave you with one last funnier memory, though. During one of its first years in operation, Clark was extremely excited to field a team for the district-wide academic bowl. Expectations were set high since, you know, Clark was full of nothing but the brightest students being coached by the best staff. End result? Last place finish.

Our Lady of Lourdes in Tujunga has been such a wonderful experience for my daughter and our family…read more The academics are strong and well-structured, and I've seen real growth in her learning and confidence. The teachers are caring, attentive, and truly invested in each student's success, which makes a big difference. The school also has a strong sense of structure and decorum, especially with uniforms that help create a respectful and focused learning environment. There is a real sense of community here--families are involved, supported, and welcomed, which makes it feel like more than just a school. We also appreciate the spiritual foundation of the school. Weekly church on Fridays and family mass on Sundays help strengthen faith and bring everyone together in a meaningful way. Nothing makes me happier than being able to participate and watch my child present and read during Mass, take part in class projects, and see her excitement in sharing what she has learned. My daughter truly loves attending this school, and as a parent, I am very happy and grateful for the positive environment, values, and education she is receiving.

I sent my kid here in grade school after worrying about influences outside of our own and…read morestruggling academically in the public system. My kid is now graduating Catholic high school with a 3.1 GPA, and I credit this school and their environment, period.

Most beautiful church and community in the area . The family loves our pastor Fr Jim. We've been…read morehappy members for more than 20 years and counting. All the priests are so holy and eloquent. Even the visiting priests are full of meditative insight. Beautiful campus and kind member. Check out the Blessed Sacrament chapel. Come by and stay with the Lord. You won't regret it.

Excellent school. We transferred our son here from a public charter school and the difference is…read morenight and day. Lots of structure and attentive teachers. Facilities are nice.

This public school is amazing. They have the best DLI (Dual Language Immersion) Japanese program…read more Fantastic teachers and caring staff. The new principal is Mrs. Worley and she's been great since taking over after Mrs. Stegman retired. The community of parents is extremely involved and volunteer for all the special events the school has often. This school feels more like a private school than a public one and it shows with all the kids loving their time learning. We feel lucky to be a part of Dunsmore Elementary.

Excellent Japanese immersion program. Mrs. Stegman is the principal she's awesome. Great community…read more Very safe! Not too competitive but still challenging!

Excellent school. Great staff and AMAZING parents. So grateful to be a part of the Monte Vista…read moreElementary school community for all three of our children. Shout out to Esther Chong and Geny Kim. MVP Parents.

Indirect experience: two siblings, one went to this school and the other went elsewhere because…read morethey moved. The kid at the other school did well. The kid at Monte Vista did okay, but did not have as good of an experience. Some of the stories they came back with about some of the staff and administrators were less than reassuring. It's not a terrible school, and I'm sure most of the faculty are good. But even one or two bad teachers and/or bad administrators can really hurt a child's experience, especially at elementary ages. I don't know that I would want to send my children here if I had a choice.