What can I say about this amazing place! Every year kids are getting into UCLA, UCB, Cal Poly SLO,…read moreUC Davis, USC etc. I am not talking about a few kids, I am talking about a huge amount. My own kid got int Cal :)From the exceptional Counselors (Laura T) , to the award winning teachers, this place is awesome! I am so grateful for the education my kids received from this High School. If you are lucky enough to get accepted into the STEM program, you will have Mr. Williams, who is absolutely wonderful. My son decided to study physics due to this amazing teacher. I love, Love, everything about this school. My kids were involved in Volleyball, football, baseball, Lacrosse, and wrestling. All I can say is the coaches and experience was great. The community of Novato is so involved in school activities. This is a place where the teachers actually care about the kids. Novato itself is a gem with tons of hiking trails and great weather. People really care about each other in this town, and I hope it never changes.

Great location for summer stock plays and to catch local high school football games!…read more This is your typical outside "shopping center" type high school. They recently installed solar panels for electric which is awesome! The stadium is great and it doubles as the running track. I'm not sure if you can run on it if you're just a local resident or not. The auditorium is awesome! They have 3 plays there per year all in the summertime. I've seen Gypsy, Into The Woods, and several other awesome plays and musicals. Anyone can try out! It's not just for school kids. The talent is amazing! I urge everyone to head to one of these plays during the summer. It's great fun and awesome to support local thespians! The price is right too! Head on over! You won't regret it!!

Came here for a water polo game. It is a nice pool and nice facilities. The pool is a bit of a…read morehike until you know the secret driving path to the back of the school. What did I learn today? We lost.

I had a great time at NHS. The music program was stellar. The academics? Well, I got good…read moregrades... but I can't say I was prepared for college. Let's put it this way: I got all A's at NHS... but I went to college, worked 10x harder, and earned B's and C's during the first year. I wasn't prepared. Teachers were just OK. I graduated 10 years ago, and I can't really remember any teachers that stood out and made a huge impact on my life. I met some great friends, though... and created some great memories. Go Hornets!

We started Jan 2024. I had a kindergarten boy and a 8th grade girl that started at Marin Christian…read moreAcademy. I see a huge changes in both of my children for the better. My son is now in 1st grade: He loves his school and looks forward to hearing about God and reading his bible. His reading and math skills have caught up as last year he was behind when we started at Marin Christian. We are so grateful to see how great he is doing and my son is so proud of his achievements here. My daughter was only at Marin Christian for Jan 2024 to June 2024, then transitioned to high school. She says what she learned in those few months have stayed with her and that she is much closer to God and this has helped her find her way at high school. She also was behind as she was home schooled over covid. In these few months this school was able to help with confidences and taught her what she was missing to do great in high school. She loved the middle school and we wished that we find this school sooner. Thank you Brenda

Fantastic local school that offers an alternative to public school. Great teachers and the school…read moreadministration is top notch. My children are very happy here and I feel they are receiving quality academia and being well-cared for. The MCA parents association offers ample opportunity to meet other parents and support the school.

Why Does NUSD Own Land Off San Andreas?…read more You know that big lot on San Andreas, off San Marin Drive (near San Ramon Elementary)? The gynormous empty lot with the "No Trespassing" sign? NUSD owns all that land. It's one of their closely guarded secrets. They've owned it for over 20 years. Why? And why haven't they done anything with it? They give good (young) teachers pink slips at the end of the years and ask parents to pony up money "to save our schools," yet they're sitting on a piece of property that must be worth $15M. So... why not donate that land to the city and create a nice park over there? There are no parks on that side of town, just an elemntary school with Hell's Own Gophers creating holes that kids trip in constantly. Or create a Little Theater there that all the schools could use for various functions and performances. There are lots of things that could be done with it. But the first thing someone at NUSD needs to do is own up to the fact that they own that property. (Or just sell it and then ditch Common Core, which is ruining our kids.) Someone do something resembling anything, please.

We decided to move our son from Kent in order to find a school that valued psychological…read moredevelopment as much as academic. The education at Good Shepherd is very hands-on as the classes are smaller and more personal. Laura the principal, heads a group of committed educators who genuinely care about their students. They strive to educate without creating a stressful environment. The language arts is fantastic. It fosters the type of analytical thinking that creates critical and creative thinking. This is a wonderful school providing a nurturing academic experience. We are very glad we chose to send our son to Good Shepherd Middle School.

Great school...great education...great teachers who genuinely care about our children. We feel so…read morelucky to be party of this amazing community.

I love OLL. I'm a parent of a first grader, and I truly couldn't be happier with our experience…read more From the start, there has been a strong sense of community that makes the school feel welcoming and supportive, not just on campus but beyond it as well. We absolutely love our first grade teacher, Mrs. Oswald. She brings so much warmth to the classroom and has a wonderful way of keeping the kids engaged and guided without it ever feeling harsh or rigid. Over the past two years, we've had a few situations come up with my son, both health-related and in the classroom, and I've always felt that she was fully in it with us. As a parent, I've felt genuinely supported, not just as an advocate for my child, but as a partner in his growth. That kind of care is rare. I've also been impressed by how the school handles concerns. Whenever something has come up, the school has followed through thoughtfully and addressed it quickly. The classroom community has been incredible, and the relationships extend well beyond the school day. The parents have truly become friends, and we regularly connect outside of school, which has been such a gift for our family. If you're looking for a school where your child is truly seen and where community extends both inside and outside the classroom, OLL is a special place.

I wouldn't recommend paying for this school. It's very cliché, with a mix of parents who either…read morewant to shelter their kids, focus solely on religious education, or send their kids there simply because they attended the same school and/or parents saying via 539, without considering other educational experiences. The school used to have a good reputation, but not anymore. The Academy is no different from any public school. You might get lucky and be placed in a grade with parents who share your goals, but that's not guaranteed. The school's infrastructure is very old and in need of repairs across the board. The only way to fund these repairs is through donations, which come from the parents. So, in addition to paying tuition, you'll be asked to contribute towards fixing chairs and buildings where your kids are being educated. Save your money--consider investing it in tutoring or paying for religious education separately if that's important to you. Or, if you're stuck in a really bad district, then this school might be an escape. On the pro side the school does try to do what they can't but are dragged down with zero money and not the best community of parents.

My friend's child attended this school briefly. In the beginning it was great, until he became " a…read morebehavior problem". The teachers do not teach, they direct and expect results. Any teacher worth their weight in salt knows that not all methods work for all children, and that instruction should be differentiated. Not here. He was monitored and mainly reprimanded, but not taught . The school was adamant that this child had a developmental delay, when in actuality his behavior was due to being overwhelmed in a class of 25, give or take.. He was evaluated, and the only remarkable results were that he is very intelligent. Happily, he is thriving at another school where he is shown praise , warmth, & attention

The teachers and care givers in the toddler room are wonderful. They made all the difference in…read moremaking our little guy's transition to daycare smooth and easy.

My son is currently a Senior and has been at Compass since Freshman year and we are so thankful we…read morefound this school! The teachers and staff are encouraging and supportive, but also challenge our son when they know he can use that extra push. When they transitioned to remote learning, Compass didn't miss a beat. They made the switch seamlessly and my son didn't lose any instruction time. Their continued their constant communication with families which helped a lot in the midst of changing county guidelines. We are all so glad he's back in school with safe and responsible guidelines among his friends and teachers that he loves.

Grateful to have found Compass for my son. It's difficult to find a supportive, encouraging and…read morecomprehensive program for our kiddos who have learning differences. The teachers and staff are wonderful. They truly care and understand how our kiddos think and what they need to be successful. Everyone is welcome and "belongs!" The music program and extracurricular activities are fantastic! I could not ask for a better place for my son to learn, be encouraged and accepted. The only complaint would be - the cost and the number of day off. The school is extremely expensive. And the number of days off is high! You can't teach kids if they are not at school. Would prefer more days in school / less days off.

Class here just didn't work for my daughter. While the owner and Manager were nice and tried to be…read moreaccommodating, my daughter never connected with any of the teachers and the teaching method didn't work for her. She is behind in first grade math and doesn't really understand any of the concepts. They didn't seem to have any good tools or techniques to really help her understand. They just gave her a quick explanation and then had her do a worksheet. There was never any follow through or continuity between one teacher and the next. We were left after 10 weeks of twice a week with virtually no improvement. On the plus side it's less expensive than a private tutor, but turned out to be a colossal waste of time.

Mathnasium been a great experience thus far. Really appreciate Sang's communication and progress…read moreupdates. Our child is genuinely enthusiastic about going and often asks "can I go to Mathnasium today?"

The North Bay division of TGA's National Junior Golf enrichment program. An excellent way to…read moreintroduce or continually develop golf skills for the K-8th grade window in their school environment or familiar recreational areas. All instructors are certified, seasoned golfers. The 5-level program is a safe, supportive and focused environment that helps develop hand-eye coordination, control, team cooperation as well as individual focus. Some dramatic advancements we've seen in our little one include: detailed reading comprehension, understanding of topical maps, quick math computations on the fly, mental toughness, exceptional dialing in of hand-eye coordination and sportsgirlship! Private lessons are also available for children of all levels -- this is especially great for seasoned junior players that may need more competitive training or simply really love it. Tournaments and camps as well. TGA partners with the likes of the President's Challenge Program, Afterschool Alliance, National Council of Youth Sports, National High School Golf Coaches Associations, in additional to the appropriate regional schools and recreation departments in Marin, Sonoma Counties...and now putting down roots in the Contra Costa area.

From the owner: TGA Premier Junior Golf is a youth development program for PK-8th grade students. TGA conducts a…read morefive level after school golf enrichment program that takes place primarily at elementary schools and youth centers across the U.S. We offer: At School, After School Enrichment Programs Summer Camps Clinics Tournaments Small group and private lessons All TGA programs serve as an extension of the classroom by incorporating the following components: * Golf instruction that is age-appropriate, effective and retainable * Character development lessons through our initiative "Play the Fair Way with TGA" * Physical education and fitness * Rules & Etiquette lessons utilizing our custom 2 Hole Teaching Aid * Academic lessons in math, science, history and English * Every TGA student gets our custom-made Student Handbook that includes all of these lessons plus interactive activities, skills challenges and notes. TGA provides all necessary equipment, including multiple sizes of junior golf clubs that properly fit kids ages 3-16 and an innovative practice ball that is safe for schools but flies like a real golf ball. All TGA instructors are certified through an extensive training program. TGA Premier Junior Golf is a youth development program for PK-8th grade students. TGA conducts a five level after school golf enrichment program that takes place primarily at elementary schools and youth centers across the U.S. TGA's curriculum was created by golf professionals and education exp