Both of my children--a 6-year-old boy and a 4-year-old girl--spent two wonderful years at MSF. Our…read morejourney began when my son joined Ms. Angeline's class at 3.5 years old, after a disappointing experience at a chain private school. From the moment he started at MSF, we saw a remarkable difference. He was genuinely happy each day and looked forward to his "working time" at school. Ms. Angeline has a deep respect for each child as an individual. She nurtured our son's growth both academically and personally, helping him gain confidence in expressing his needs and tailoring projects to match his interests and developmental needs. The environment she created in the Evergreen B class was warm, engaging, and thoughtfully structured. Because of the incredible experience our son had, we decided to enroll our daughter at MSF as well. She joined Ms. June's class and also had a wonderful time. Coming from a full Chinese-speaking environment, the transition to an English-speaking classroom could have been challenging--but Ms. June, being bilingual, provided the perfect support. Our daughter was very shy at first, but Ms. June thoughtfully paired her with older, bilingual classmates and helped her adjust with care and patience. In less than half a year, school became her favorite place to be. We especially appreciated the school's community spirit and special events, such as International Week and Sharing Night, which brought families together and created lasting memories.

My son attended Montessori School of Fremont for two years before kindergarten, and based on our…read moreexperience, I would not recommend it to other families. My main concern was with his teacher. Over two years, I didn't see meaningful effort to teach or support my son. Instead, the feedback I received was that "your child is not suited for Montessori" -- which felt less like a thoughtful assessment and more like a way to avoid working with him. A Montessori environment is supposed to meet a child where they are; that wasn't our experience. I also found the administrative side of the school to be inflexible in a way that didn't feel parent-friendly. On one occasion in two years, I was ~1 minute late at pickup due to traffic and was charged a late fee. A one-time delay being treated the same as a chronic issue tells you something about the culture. Other parents may have had a different experience, and I'm sure some children thrive here. Ours did not, and I wanted to share an honest account for parents who are weighing this school.

We absolutely love St. Joseph! As parents, we couldn't ask for a better environment for our child…read moreto learn and grow. The teachers are truly caring, patient, and dedicated--they go above and beyond to make sure every student feels supported and valued. The academics are excellent, but what really stands out is the focus on kindness, respect, and faith. Our child has grown not only in knowledge but also in confidence and compassion. We also really appreciate the strong sense of community--families, teachers, and staff all work together to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere. Communication from the school is great, and you can tell how much effort goes into making every event, Mass, and activity meaningful for the kids. If you're looking for a school that focuses on great academics, strong values, and genuine care for your child, St. Joseph is a wonderful choice. We feel so blessed to be part of this school!

Wow this school Is amazing big perfect school the learning is Wow the staff is very kind and nice…read moreSJS is a very good school. this school is blessed with excellent first time I stepped in this school I loved the kindness amazing! they added Spanish I love that and art wow this school is a blessing the tutoring is vert good. love this school.

This review is long overdue! We love Mission Valley Montessori!!! I first toured this school back…read more at the beginning of 2019 when our 1st daughter was 2 years old and was in awe of how all the children here are so well mannered and calm. Very different compared to other schools I toured. We were placed on a waiting list, enrolled our daughter at another preschool in the meantime and and nearly 18 months later we got a call saying there was an opening for her. Our daughter is extremely shy and has anxiety. Mr. Justin was the head teacher in her class at the time and was so wonderful in guiding and helping her. We chose to keep her at MVM through kindergarten because our younger daughter was also attending and we didn't want to have 2 separate drop off/pick ups. Fast forward to 2025 and we have ended our journey with MVM. Our girls have really enjoyed their time at this school. They have learned so much more than we could have imagined and have made some great friends. In addition to reading, writing (cursive too!) and math, they have been taught how to work with each other and independently, daily life skills, grace and courtesy. The environment is always calm and organized. The teachers and staff are so sweet and it really feels like you're part of a family. There aren't enough words to express our deepest gratitude for all that the MVM staff and teachers have provided for our family.

My daughter has been attending Mission Valley Montessori since she was a toddler, and now she's in…read morethe primary class. I've seen so much growth and development in her over the years, starting from when they helped her with potty training in the toddler class to the confident, capable child she is today. The staff here are incredible--Mr. Justin, Ms. Monica, Ms. Toni, Ms. May, Ms. Louisa, and her wonderful toddler teachers have all made a lasting impact. My daughter is always so excited to go to school each morning, which says it all. I can't recommend Mission Valley Montessori highly enough--it's truly a special place.

staff is terrible always complaints from my kids of how dirty and half-way things are done here…read more Really small campus and head of school is never around, someone else should be running school for improvements because as of now it's pretty bad. Seems to be very male dominated and not a good environment for children. my daughters friends go here and they feel as if this private school is off putting and some teachers have no experience in teaching. play ground is really small, no room for kids to play and cafeteria even smaller. Great experience with smaller staff but head of school needs to change. very rude. they take all your money for no good outcome in your childs learning. cheap, rude and expensive they really get the parents with an experience they can't uphold. put your kids in a better school with better teachers, staff and curriculum and to the head of school 'wagner' do better.

If you're looking for academics, this is the place to be. The school offers Pre-Calculus in eighth…read moregrade for the people who are more skilled in math than other students.It also offers Economics which is a college level course in eighth grade the school is going to open a high school next year, but if you are interested in sending your kid here next year, read this review before you think about anything. First of all, this year, we had a temporary campus for a new campus that was still in construction. The quality was terrible. We could hear the construction from inside and when we were outside we were exposed to the dust that came from the construction it was a nightmare we also had to eat our lunch outside in the sun although they had picnic tables in PE was outside in the grass they gave many people many allergic reactions. And the grass had potholes. Many, many potholes. They have divided the MPR into five classrooms and it was really noisy. It was hard for any students there to focus at all. We were all desperately waiting for the new campus. Oh, and if you think that's bad enough, that was only this year. Last year, three teachers left the school midway two of them fired. And when they had to fire the first teacher they blamed it on the students at the school, even though they specified that they did not want the teacher fired, but they just wanted her to change her teaching habits in a way that would suit all of the students at the school. I mean, are the students not allowed to voice their concerns about the school and make it a better environment for the new students? And they're paying money to go to the school. Which brings me to my next point, the tuition. The year that the school opened, the tuition was twenty four thousand dollars. The tuition kept on increasing over the years, from twenty four thousand dollars to twenty five thousand dollars to twenty six thousand dollars and now twenty seven thousand dollars. The tuition has just been skyrocketing since the school opened. But there are upsides. And when I say upsides, I mean a lot of upsides. First of all, there are only 150 kids at the upper school. That gives teachers a lot more time to communicate with the students at the school and help them with any concepts that they do not understand. Teachers also have office hours after school to help students with any questions they may have. The teachers want the students to learn, and that's what makes this environment important. Everyone works together like one big happy family. The friendships that students make here are everlasting. If you make a friend one year, that friend will never leave your side and will always have your back. The students have such great memories of their past years, and they reminisce one their past experiences at the school. Overall, I would recommend the school for people who are committed to academics and don't care much about extracurricular activities. As BASIS grows there are more and more extracurricular activities that are emerging such as cross country basketball, volleyball, soccer, and flag football, as well as clubs that are offered by the school. Thanks for reading! Edit: After four amazing years, I have decided to transfer to another high school.

Great school, studied here as a student. I would say they have taken safety more seriously since…read morethe last time I attended this school, since there where regular people who traspases into the school during school hours, but apart from that it's a excellent school and kind teachers and staff who are respectful and understanding for a child's learning

Had a horrible experience with the 4th Grade Spanish Immersion Teacher Mrs Cowley. My child is…read moreADHD & had 504 plan. We had several meetings to promote communication between the teacher & us to assist our special needs child in succeeding. We finally brought in the district & she said all of the right things. We only learned that she had lied and refused to communicate & help support our child several months later once we received failing progress reports. We again went to the district. Apparently teachers are allowed to do whatever they want and not honor agreements or 504 plans with no consequences. If you have a child with special needs PLEASE find a different teacher.

I went to elementary school here, and Kristi Yamaguchi grew up and went to school here as well! Woo…read morehoo! Now I was a very difficult child, ADHD, behavioral problems etc. and I'm pretty sure I drove the staff wild here. They tried their best and some of my best memories of school are from Niles :) I still keep in touch with friends from here and I pass by historic Niles from time to time since it's such a quaint little part of Fremont. I thank all of my teachers for their patience in teaching me and helping to shape me into the person I am today. K - Mrs. Halligan 1st - Mrs. Rice 2nd - Mrs. Brammer 3rd - Mrs. Leys 4th - Mrs. Freitas 5th - Mr. Miller 6th Mrs. Green I'm sure none of these teachers teach here anymore, but I figured that since I remembered the names I should list them. Woo, class of 1996!

My daughter is having a wonderful experience in kindergarten thanks to her teachers, Ms.Giri and…read moreMs.Vohra. They are incredibly kind and have a great sense of humor, which makes the classroom such a positive and welcoming place for the children. Together, they create an environment where every child feels seen and heard, and they build strong, meaningful connections with their students. Ms.Giri brings a nurturing and gentle approach, truly understanding that the children are still young kindergarteners. She pampers them with warmth and care, making them feel safe, comforted, and supported every day. Ms.Vohra, on the other hand, beautifully complements this by encouraging the children to become more responsible and independent. She ensures they learn to follow rules and classroom routines, helping them grow with confidence and structure. They are both attentive to the children's needs and address concerns promptly. We also have experienced their genuine care firsthand. On two occasions when my daughter misplaced her sweater, Ms.Giri went above and beyond to help--she even replaced it with a new one so my daughter wouldn't worry. Whenever my daughter has taken a sick day, she has always made it a point to personally call and check on her health, which means so much to us. They also ensured we receive the essential homework sheets on time so my daughter could keep up. These gestures truly touch our hearts and reflect the deep care and dedication they have for her students.

We feel incredibly lucky to have had Ms. Anjali Giri as our child's kindergarten teacher. She is…read moretruly one of those rare educators who goes above and beyond--not just academically, but emotionally as well. She has created such a warm, nurturing, and safe environment where my kid feel seen, bonded with, and encouraged. She has a natural ability to connect with children and parents individually, and it shows in how happy and supported our child feels. What stands out most is how genuinely caring and patient she is. We are so grateful for the love, dedication, and positivity she brings. Any child would be lucky to be in her class! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for her to move to being a 1st grade teacher!