Bagley Elementary is a great school and is located in a good/safe residential area. That's…read moreimportant when you have kids like myself walking to and from school alone, or with other kids. I came here at 4th grade, but I easily performed well and fit in. It's crazy because many of the people I was friends with then, I am friends with now. It's been a while since I went to school here (obviously) but Bagley is still a school that shines throughout Detroit Public Schools. It's a decent size and very closed in from the hoopla in the streets.

As a social worker I spend a lot of time going in and out of Detroit public schools. I see some…read morethings that really make the hair stand up on the back of my neck. And then, occassionally, I see a few gems. This school is one of those gems. UPA and University Prep High School both use project-based learning so that kids can really focus on the things that interest them. All students do regular internships which are supervised by a local field instructor and a teacher (they get school credit for the internship). This gives them a chance to refine their interests and get exposed to the work world. But, a few things to note. UPA is a bit overrated in terms of it's academic rigor. Although it is a world above most of the DPS schools I visit, not all graduates are going to be prepared to start at a mid-range or top tier university. I've seen kids advanced from grade to grade (particularly in math) who really don't have the basics down well enough. And, another important thing to remember about UPA is that their teaching approach does not work for all students. Some kids need a lot more structure and will flounder when given so much academic freedom and responsibility for their own education. Parents of UPA students need to stay in close contact with the teachers and review their student's work on a very regular basis. Overall, this is a great school. The campus is well laid out, the rooms are clean and things are in repair. There's not a lot of violence. The teachers and staff are very good at communicating with parents and they take a personal interest in their students.

I think its good for the city. Nice looking charter school. We went to take my god daughter b-day…read morecupcakes. You sign in and have to call to confirm. They require the kids to do an expedition project every month which is a good thing for kids to do in my opinion helps them to discover something new. You have to stand in a long line of cars just to pick up your kid but that's better than leting them run around and risk someone taking them. Great School Donate today!!!

So, a caveat to begin this review. I'm a social worker and serve children and youth with mental…read morehealth problems. I've never been a student at this school or the parent of a student. But I have had a few clients that went here. I've always been impressed with the quality of the education kids in this school get. They have two school programs (K-8) and high school. There is also a large preschool/pre-K program. The teacher student ratio is good and they are very willing to work with kids who have learning disabilities and mental health issues in a respectful, nurturing way. This school is located near McNichols and Grand River off the southfield freeway. They have an impressive array of afterschool activities and extra curriculars as well including girl scouts, student counsel, camping trips, science and rocket day, and day care programs.

this historic Detroit church has served this community for more than 50 years . The pastor dr…read more Adams is a well-known Theologian and civil rights activist. they have so much parking around the church and they still can't hold all the cars when everyone shows up at church. I am glad that I was able to get there early to get a spot in the handicap section. It's really wonderful to go to a church and see people who have been going there for years with their families and the new children. Every Community needs a great church home and I will say this one seems to serve the community well. Thank you very much Dr Adams and Hartford Memorial for being our Rock here in Bagley District.

Incredible environment where you get to spending "working" days with your child and other parents…read morein their first preschool experience. The bonds you make with families will last a lifetime.

This is a wonderful play based preschool. It is a co-op preschool so there is a lot of parent…read moreinvolvement. My daughter is currently enrolled in the 3 year old class and she and I love it. They have classes for 2, 3, and 4 year olds. I love all the wonderful people that I have met through Drayton.