So what can I say about AISD???…read more My mom and myself grew up in this education system. We both actually graduated from the same high school. The demographics have changed drastically since I went there and when my mom attended. The one thing I can say about this school district is you don't have to try that hard to succeed. I was able to get top 2% of my graduating class just due to the sheer number of people. Since college acceptance is based on this percent tile, I was very happy to be here. The drawbacks of this school district are the fights and the crime rates. I remember back in school there was a fight almost every day. And some times there would be multiple fights at the same time so the police couldn't respond to both at the same time. I remember my last few years we got metal detectors installed. All in all I would not put my children through the same system. It was an experience I would never take back since I was exposed to a very diverse population early on. This made my transition for college much better. Where else can you have pro football players, pro basketball players, Grammy winning singers, and drug deals all at the same place? You guessed it, ALIEF!!! Reppin da Lief 4 life!

Budewig discriminated against my disabled Don and will not allow him to go on a field trip due to a…read morecondition caused by his disability. Instead of calling his insurance to get a chaperone they said if I couldn't go on the field trip he couldn't go.

Not a good school. Not even a safe one. Bullying is normalized and an everyday occurrence. My kid…read morewas hit, kicked, pushed, shoved etc on a weekly and sometimes a daily basis. Teachers would do this as well (bullying). My son was bullied by a teacher repeatedly. Admin would rarely respond, and if they did it was to find a way to blame the victims of bullying. I am not alone in this, as I met other parents who felt the same. Based on our experience - we would not recommend going to a school, where your child is not safe.

This is the WORST school your child could ever be inscribed into not only are the staff almost like…read moreghost because they never respond but also the fighting and bull in this school is horrible.

Both my kids are at Yorkshire and it is the perfect school for them because of the low teacher to…read morestudent ratio, small total class size and strength & encouragement in the academic, music and arts. My children have loved being at Yorkshire and we are extremely grateful for the opportunity for balanced growth YA provides. The teachers are AMAZING and truly care about the students. Its Cottage class teachers are the best for 2-4 years old. I've also found the families warm and friendly and a great mix and diversity amongst the students. Such a unique school to be able to see at the Memorial Area!

We love Yorkshire Academy! We love the community it provides, the education with small classrooms…read moreand amazing teachers, and the activities that my children get to do are so unique and fun! Also, YA doesn't go by SBISD school openings and closings. So sometimes YA is open when public schools are not (due to weather or Covid etc). YA is much more consistent with school NOT closing. It's a lovely place to be, my children are ALWAYS happy and my 3 year old wants to be a teacher now because of her amazing teacher at YA!

This is our second year at Grace and my son loves it. He loves his teachers. He is developing into…read morea great student. The school has a very nice facility and top notch security. School has a basketball court, football field, and two playgrounds. Glad we found this gem!

We love Grace School! Our son has been in primary school there for 3 years and will continue there…read moreuntil high school in addition to enrolling our other son. Their curriculum, teachers, and staff are incredible! They go above and beyond with STEM days, yoga, library, problem based learning, chapel and so much more.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Ms. Elena Morales and Smaller Scholars Montessori Academy !…read more Our son has been at the school since he was just 18 months old, and this place has truly become a second home for our family. As he now prepares to start elementary here, we reflect with deep gratitude on the impact Ms. Elena has had on his journey. Ms. Elena's dedication, warmth, and the thoughtful application of Montessori principles have been transformational. Thanks to her care and guidance, our son is not only well-prepared to start Elementary but he has also grown into a more confident, independent, and kind-hearted little boy. She has nurtured his curiosity, encouraged his growth, and helped shape the values he will carry with him into this next chapter. Thank you Smaller Scholars for everything you've done for our son and to Ms Elena for all the children lucky enough to be in your classroom. -- The Iannone Family

Great school and great community! We love the school and our daughter has flourished here. Any…read morequestions or concerns are always addressed immediately. I love that all the teachers know all the students name in the school regardless if they are in that class or not. Couldn't be happier with our decision to send our toddler here!

I'm a 13-year-old student at Memorial Private School in Houston, and because it's a small school,…read moreit's easy to get to know people quickly and feel comfortable from the start. Academically, there's a strong focus on **memorization**, but in some subjects we also do **projects**, which adds some variety. We usually take **five classes**, so when exams come around it feels **more manageable** to plan your studying, since you're balancing fewer subjects at the same time. Even though the school is small, the **6th period (electives)** has a nice range of options, including creative classes and sports like **martial arts** or **pickleball**. One thing I would improve is **Spanish**: if you already speak it, the class can end up being mostly **tests**, and you don't always get the chance to work on material that actually helps you improve.

My experience with this school was extremely disappointing. The values and mission promoted on the…read moreschool's website did not match what I observed during my time there. The educational program lacked rigor and failed to provide the level of academic challenge and support that students deserve. I was particularly concerned by what appeared to be a greater focus on financial gain than on student development and educational excellence. Rather than fostering a positive learning environment centered on student success, many decisions seemed driven by business interests. Communication was often lacking, and concerns raised by families were not addressed in a meaningful way. The overall atmosphere did not reflect the professionalism, integrity, or commitment to education that the school publicly advertises. Based on my experience, I would encourage prospective families to thoroughly research the school, ask detailed questions about academic expectations, and speak with current and former families before making a decision.

The staff is super nice and friendly. My son got a lot of help from Dr Valdes and teachers.read more

My daughter came to this school as an international student from Vietnam and found out this school…read moreis for special educations which is for students with special needs. The owner is advertising this school in US and Vietnam as regular school for all students including international. By mixing regular and special needs student, they are harming all students. My daughter was depressed with the school environment and we had to move her to a difference school. This school was registered as "Special Education", why it is advertised as regular school, it is completely wrong and needs to be investigated. Please check this school before registering your kid here.

I completely agree with your review. My own experience with the Head of School was very similar in…read moreearly 2000'ss. When one of my three daughters was dismissed just as she was starting to have trouble with her grades, it felt clear that once they decide they no longer want a student there, there's little room for understanding or grace. My oldest daughter actually graduated from this school, which is why I fought so hard to keep the other two enrolled. After spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on this school, I would have expected a much higher level of care, compassion, and support from leadership at the time. Hearing about hints of discrimination within the school community is also deeply troubling and disappointing.

Our experience with the lower school changed significantly once Mrs. Garcia and Mrs. Clayton…read morestepped into their administrative roles. The environment--both for students and teachers--shifted in a way that many families, including ours, found concerning. The biggest issue was the inconsistency and lack of genuine warmth. While the school often emphasized values and faith, the leadership's day-to-day actions didn't match those messages. Interactions frequently felt insincere, and there was a clear pattern of favoritism. Some children were approached with patience and grace, while others received a noticeably harsher tone for the exact same behaviors. As a parent, this was heartbreaking to watch. We also noticed a sharp increase in turnover among both families and lower school teachers during their leadership. When people continue to leave year after year, it naturally raises questions about the internal culture and what may be happening behind the scenes. In the end, we chose to move our child because the environment no longer felt supportive to their well-being, confidence, or growth. My hope is that by sharing our experience, the school will take a closer look at its leadership and the culture that's being shaped under their direction.