Santa Clara High School

(19 reviews)

2.1 mi

Worse school they never cared about social anxietys and Feeling safe but 1 of my pe teachers was…read morethe BEST She would let me do the work after everyone left best teacher God bless her

Ive never gone there but because of the ratings I guess its good but then also there's some really…read morebad comments there's not many though so I guess I really don't know. I'm a third grader by the way.

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Wilcox High School

3.7

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1.4 mi

Review is for the facility. We were here for a basketball tournament this past weekend. There are…read moretwo gyms. We were in the gym towards back of the school. Parking was plentiful. Entered school through front gate. Quad area is amazing! Gym is nice, spacious. Campus is very clean!

I've been at this school so far for two years. I really like the staff at this school since they're…read moreso kind and really know how to help the students out. One of my favorite teachers so far is Mr. Soykin. I've had him this year for World History and for the first time, I've understood one thing from this class.

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Saint Lawrence Dual Language Catholic School

4.1

(28 reviews)

1.1 mi

This school is a little hidden gem in the middle of Santa Clara…read more We are very, very, very happy we found it. Staff is very kind and helpful. Teachers are very nice and experimented. It's a catholic school and it's a very welcoming environment to anyone: all ethnicities, backgrounds, religions... They will not force you to something or treat you differently because of A or B. What I really like is indeed how diverse it is and that it also offer a good "work-life balance" for the little ones. St Lawrence offers a good education, with values and has a great after school program. It is competitive the right amount for us. I visited several other private schools but they were either not diverse, or way too competitive, 1 fit all style, and with too many helicopter parents. I want my kids to have a nurturing childhood, discover different kinds of people and not develop little robots that would do 5th grade maths in 2nd grade. It is so easy to fall in that trap, especially now and here in the Silicon Valley. What I also loved is that they offer Spanish, Drama and art (with a real specialized teachers) embedded in the curriculum. They have a recreative after school program (Crafts and games), but they also offer thematic programs (chess, programming, art, magician...) for a small extra fee. They have a competitive swim team on site (amazing!). Some things had to be stopped during Covid (after school, swim team), but it is my understanding that these will re-open in September 2021. Cost wise, it is way more affordable than most private schools in the Bay Area, and you can apply for aid as well. The school re-opened part time in Oct 2020 and full time in Jan 2021. Was such a help for the kids (and parents) I imagine. The only "complaint" I would have, is that they should do a little more anticipation and be better at organizing or setting up things (for example pool reopening, Science teacher coming in person etc.) But I blame most of it on a challenging 2020 year - for all of us. Thank you Mrs Lares, the Principal and the entire St Lawrence team!

Not good Not really not at all. Don't trust the teachers…read moreand aides. They can smile while gossiping and laughing and making fun of the kids. They think they're so cool. They are not. Just really immature and self important. It's all about them. Ps if Carina is still principal she encouraged bullying and I saw ad heard her myself. "Now is not the time " during class time. Next thing you know someone is getting ganged up on on the playground. She's a piece of work. She makes herself that way. She's loony I have many more examples. When half the class is crying on the last day of school something is wrong. So they promoted her. Sick.

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Peterson Middle School

(4 reviews)

1.4 mi

Came here for basketball tournament. Nice gym. Very clean. Only downside was that AC was not…read moreworking. It was 90 degrees Fahrenheit this weekend.

I don't exactly hate this place because, from what I remember, the teachers were alright. However,…read moreI will knock them down big time because, like with Laurelwood Elementry school, they thought I was autistic and had learning disabilities despite having high grades, and showing off my skills in arithmetic in one of their teacher-student conferences for "the mentally disabled". I'm also someone who wants friends and gets along with most people perfectly, so that fact should've disregarded these mentally challenged officials claims about me being "autistic".

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St. Justin School - Santa Clara

3.8

(11 reviews)

0.6 mi

My daughter is enrolled in the Pre-K program and has truly blossomed since starting. The teachers…read moreand the aids are all so wonderful, thoughtful and really do care about each student. This being our first year of having her in school all day and all week, it was a little nerve wrecking for everyone but within the first week we were all put at ease. Seeing how excited she is to get up and go to school everyday to not only see her friends but her teachers makes me feel so good. She is being set up for success when it's time to move on to the next grade. The community is so welcoming as well, it's easy to talk to other parents and even with staff. We are so glad we went with St Justin's!

My daughter has been attending since August of 2020. This was such an uncertain time yet our…read moretransition to St Justin was one of the easiest things we did. The students were so kind and playful; the teachers and staff were welcoming, encouraging and optimistic of the future. Years later, this is still true. I especially love the way they teach the students the "3Rs" - to be Respectful, Responsible and Resilient. It's more than book learning (which is going great too!). I appreciate the opportunity to volunteer at school events as it offers me insight into the dynamics of the interactions of the class and school. I see students who are engaged, excited to learn and grasp new ideas. I see students who still acknowledge their previous teachers and truly embrace positive memories with them. I also love their buddy program, where the older students partner with the younger ones - bridging the age gap. It develops accountability for the older while offering a sense of belonging to the younger. I can't say enough great things I see here. The most important one is that I see a staff who try their best every day to build a community that will far outgrow the walls and grades. Once you are a part of the family, you're never truly on your own.

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Haman Elementary School

4.5

(6 reviews)

1.0 mi

Haman Elementary School is the best school there is! It has very good teachers and very good staff!read more

I'm a little sad that I have to move my daughter to another school but in necessary due to Haman…read morenot having a Autism specific program for her.The staff is wonderful and very helpful!! My daughter is in a special every day program with Ms. Mata. I love that they send the kids home with daily reports on how they did during the day.

St. Clare School

4.3

(25 reviews)

2.1 mi

I really like St. Clare school. My daughter joined in Transitional Kindergarten in 2017. They also…read moreoffer an afterschool program until 5:30 pm that was very helpful to two working parents. My daughter made many lifelong friends, and plays on both the volleyball and basketball teams. Her teachers are knowledgeable and engaging. St Clare school provides a silver box program to promote good behavior and to always try their best. The summer program is also awesome. Overall, I recommend this school which not only provides a great student life, education, and many extracurriculars but also supports the growth of healthy religious values in a safe environment.

I have been in the Saint Clare School community for 26 years as a parent, a volunteer and employee…read more As a parent, it was an academically strong, and spiritually nurturing environment of faculty and staff who partnered to raise my child; as a volunteer, our family was embraced by the community and made life-long friends; and as an employee, I've been fortunate to meet alumni from generations going back over 50 years and experienced a working environment of faculty and staff dedicated to the mission and philosophy that is Saint Clare School. It's 167 years strong and counting! GO, WILDCATS!

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Cabrillo Middle School

4.0

1.0 mi

Great school went there for all my 3 years of Middle School. The staff was good, the kids were…read morefriendly and just had a great middle school experience thanks to this school. Definitely recommend. Thank you Cabrillo Middle school. (Make sure to Join the music program with Mr.Okamura he'll take you places with music and a great person to thank you for everything Mr.O Mateo.M)

Ah man, really?! My former middle school deserves better than a three star rating…read more As a Cougar alum who graduated in the mid-2000's, I am proud to have gone here. It is one of four middle schools in Santa Clara and is located conveniently next to the city's Youth Activity Center (YAC) and Teen Center. ACADEMICS - I find the academic instruction to be good, although maybe not as high-achieving as that of Peterson. In 6th grade the students will have the same set of 30-35 students in every class while teachers will change. Then in 7th/8th grade there will be the same students in every "core" class (where one period is Language Arts and the other Social Studies) while in the other classes the teachers and students will change. Additionally, in 7th/8th grades there will be the option to take an elective class, which includes: leadership, art, TAing (teacher assistants), and a few more. SPORTS - There is a variety of afterschool sport programs here, including: volleyball, basketball, wrestling, soccer, and more. When I was a student here, there was a no cuts rule which was unique against the other middle schools. The wonderful thing about this is it encourages fitness and doesn't exclude any student. FACILITIES - The facilities are nice but unfortunately the school does not have school lockers or a gym like that of Peterson and Buchser since those two are former high schools. However, this is rarely a problem as textbooks are distributed in sets of two (one for the student to take home and one kept in class) and the YAC allows the middle school to use its gym. FUN FACTS - The 49ers STEM Leadership Institute (science, tech, engineering, math) is held here! Also, it may or may not be true that the principal Stan Garber plays whiffle ball with students in the mornings :).

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Scott Lane Elementary

1.0

(1 review)

1.5 mi

School changed website to https://scottlane.santaclarausd.org…read moreI will never forget what they allowed to happen to my son. Recap son was not even there one year and he had fallen more behind then he already was. His teacher was kind but office personnel especially principal was aweful. My son now has trauma from his experience at this school. He was bullied daily and even followed home and assaulted. He was daily ridiculed and fat shamed. My complaints only fell on deaf ears. This principal's lack of care for my son was supported by its district. Not safe, My son was flipped off by an adult in a car at the parking lot. My son was refused lunch in the cafeteria. My son was forced to clean and sweep as a consequence for dropping a grape on the floor by male janitor. Not safe at all, I had to move away so that my children would never attend this school district . If you have a sweet caring child, i would not recommend this place, this is a slum area.

The Harker School

3.6

(32 reviews)

2.0 mi

This place is great but the parking sucks . Your literally stuck at the round about they need…read morepeople to conduct traffic .

Great teacher and we like the summer camp at Harker school. Nice performance art and high quality…read moreeducation. The food is great.

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Happy Days Child Development Center

4.8

(79 reviews)

1.3 mi

Our son started Happy Days when he was around 12 months old. The teachers and staff have all been…read morefantastic from the beginning (and still are!). He's since graduated to the transition room at Happy Days and is still having a blast. He often comes home demonstrating skills from school that surprise us! And he's learning new play from his classmates as well that are adorable to us. When I pick him up, it's also nice to see that the children know each other's names when they say goodbye or when their parents enter the room for pickup. We're now queued to graduate from the transition class (to the next class up) where the school really help us with the potty training journey. They've been great partners in ensuring that he readily tool to transitioning to a potty. As a part of an (unrelated) outside evaluation for our son, there were some observation windows within the classroom. Afterwards, during the debrief with them, they were very happy with what they saw at Happy Days: from the teachers, class interaction, and our child. Which is great news for us, because they've seen more schools than we have! Overall we're very glad to have found Happy Days early in our search. Our infant-now-toddler has had huge growth during that time.

My daughter started going to Happy Days 2 years back in June.She was a very shy kid. I was so…read moreconcerned in the starting. However it did not take much time to accept and love the place. Later when we go to pick her up, she is happily playing and denies to comeThe staff , teachers and Principal all are very humble friendly and supportive. I would call the daycare in initial days multiple times just to make sure my daughter is doing good, every time my call was answered and request was taken care of. I believe Happy Days truly stands by its name, it makes everyone happy. Now my daughter has moved out and is in school, but we are really thankful to Happy Days for all the learning and nurturing my daughter has received !!

Kids made a sombrero and wore it in there dance performance! Impressive!

That's beautiful! In there entrance hallway....

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Action Day Schools - Pruneridge

4.8

(47 reviews)

1.9 mi

We have had a truly wonderful experience with this daycare, led by the director, Perl. Our daughter…read moreis three years old, and since we moved from New York one year and six months ago, the environment and system here initially felt a bit unfamiliar to us. However, it didn't take long for us to realize how warm, professional, and thoughtfully run this daycare really is. At first, we did have a small concern that the number of children seemed a bit high compared to the number of teachers. However, during our meeting, the staff clearly explained that the daycare strictly follows California's teacher-to-child ratio regulations. After spending some time here and observing how experienced and capable the teachers are, we quickly felt reassured. It became clear that the team knows exactly how to manage and guide the children in a calm and structured way. One thing that really stands out is Perl's leadership. She is very hands-on and actively involved. She organizes events and is often outside observing the children while they play. If she notices any inappropriate behavior, she steps in immediately and gently corrects it in a calm, professional, and patient manner. As a parent, it is incredibly reassuring to see someone guiding the children so thoughtfully. Another detail we truly appreciate is that the director's office is intentionally located along the drop-off and pick-up walkway. Because of this, we frequently see Perl or the assistant director, Marissa, when dropping off or picking up our child. We can easily say hello, have friendly conversations, and talk about how our child is doing. At some daycares, if you ask the director about your child, they might just tell you to ask the classroom teacher. Here, that's not the case. They are approachable, engaged, and genuinely interested in the children and their families. As parents, we can sometimes be picky or have many questions about our child's experience. What we really appreciate is that the staff here always listen patiently and respectfully. They never dismiss concerns and always take the time to communicate thoughtfully with parents. That kind of openness and respect makes a huge difference and builds a lot of trust. Perl has extensive experience and shows a great deal of respect and empathy toward each family. She understands that every family has different backgrounds and situations, and she approaches each child with patience and care. Under Perl's leadership, the teachers are incredibly kind and caring with the children. Each teacher has their own style, which we really appreciate. Some are firm when needed, while still being warm and sweet with the kids. I was especially impressed when I read one teacher's profile card explaining her philosophy that every child has a different personality and should therefore be guided in different ways. That level of thoughtfulness really stood out to me. Other many teachers also show a very genuine love for the children and treats them almost like their own. The outdoor play area is also fantastic. In the afternoon, it naturally gets shaded, which helps the kids stay comfortable even during warmer days. The staff are also very attentive to the weather and will bring the children indoors when it gets too hot. The daycare also does a wonderful job celebrating diversity. There are many family participation events, such as St. Patrick's Day celebrations, that reflect different cultures and backgrounds. In addition, the children participate in daily educational activities that support their development. You can really see the experience and thoughtful structure behind their curriculum. In addition, the daycare offers extra activity classes such as dancing, soccer, and baseball. These are wonderful programs that give the children opportunities to stay active, explore different interests, and simply have fun while learning new skills. They also offer a monthly "Parent Night" on Friday evenings. For a small additional fee, they care for the kids until around 10 PM, giving parents a little breathing room. The kids enjoy movie nights and fun group activities organized by the teachers, and our daughter always comes home excited after these evenings. We feel very lucky to have found this daycare. If we have a second child, we would absolutely choose to bring them here again without hesitation. For parents who may still be deciding where to send their child, I completely understand how difficult that decision can be. Choosing a daycare is one of the most important choices for your family. I hope this review helps ease some of that hesitation. From our experience, this is a place where your child will be cared for, guided, and loved--and you can feel confident in your decision.

My husband and I are so impressed with Action Day Pruneridge. Our shy 2-year-old goes there…read morepart-time and it's the perfect fit. The staff is wonderful. All the teachers--not just our daughter's--are so gentle and caring. It means so much that they all greet her by name and even come out of their rooms to say goodbye. The facilities are clean, and we love how much time the kids get to spend in the big outdoor play area. All the kids seem happy and well cared for. The administration is also top-notch. When we had a paperwork issue initially, the director went above and beyond for over a month to get it resolved, providing regular updates along the way (thank you Ms. Pearl!) It's clear they truly care about the kids and their families.

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Cordelia O.

10 years ago

Honestly if I could give this place a negative one then I would. The damn councilors screwed up my transcript and almost everyone I know and I almost couldn't go to college. The rallies are the most ridiculous thing ever, and the Renaissance Rally? That made me feel so bad because my straight B's would never match up to what everyone else was getting, it feels like I was being pitted against everyone. Everyone I knew as friends in Middle School are doing drugs now because they feel like shit. And that one guy who raped that girl and those sophomores that had the nude pics of those other girls? Justice has not been served for those girls. I am ashamed to have came to this school and would have opted to drop out because of the depression that I got when I worked so hard only to get a C because I was compared to everyone else. If you like rallies that make you feel like shit and having your transcript screwed up be my guest and go here and rot and die, unless the filth and rudeness of the other students kills you first. read more

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