I can't comment on this school from the students point of view. But I can from a parents point of…read moreview. My son just graduated last week and after 4 years of my son going here, here's my thought. My wife and I really liked this school and my son also really liked it. It isn't a big school by any means and of course it has its problems, no school is going to be perfect. If you get bad students, it's going to drag the school down....and bad students start at home, ladies and gentlemen. So parent up and stop leaving it up to the school to raise your kid. Of course there were fights, but in the 4 years my son went there, he told me their were probably around 16 fights, that's 4 fights a year...not bad for a high school. I can't comment on discipline because my son never got into a fight or was the victim of any fight (Thank God). One of his friends did transfer to another school in 11th grade because he claims he was being bullied in the bathrooms. So my son had no idea it was happening. My son had some great teachers he's really going to miss and several that were just "whatever". My sons absolute favorite was Mrs. Schwab, such an amazing teacher who truly is a great man. Mr. Stewart, Mr. Kent, Mrs. Pollard and Mrs. Mencia were other ones he liked alot. I would say that 90% of my sons teachers were great and 10% were just "there". But none of his teachers were "bad". The horseshoe roundabout is a complete nightmare when picking up your child. Avoid it at all costs, you will thank me. Parents double park all over the place, they go out the entrance and enter thru the exit...they basically make it a horror show. I recommend picking up your child on Plummer or what i used to do....have your child walk down Zelzah to the CSUN parking lot and wait for them there. It was a life saver. They had a lot of events on Friday nights thoughtout the years like Fall Festival, Banda Night, Paint Night and so many others. So would I recommend this school? Absolutely. My son is really going to miss this school and I will also as a parent.

Being a student at this school for almost four years, I can tell you that since Mr. Goar has…read moretransitioned to this school, the student safety has declined, bullying has risen, and overall the atmosphere of the school has become much more negative. Mr. Goar shows favoritism towards certain students and neglects other students. He tries to focus on those that are troubled and give them special privileges rather than punishments. Mr. Goar is overall an unlikeable person and his connection to the students is very weak. Each time that there is an issue between two students, rather than hearing out both sides and figuring out the truth, he jumps straight to punishment, even for an innocent student. His logic is flawed, and I hate to have him as a vice principal at Northridge.

This school is just plain stupid. If you don't have any friends then this school pushes you to make…read morenew ones and everyone here is just so f****** rude. If you fit the criteria of having no friends and being quiet, nobody will give a flying f*** about you and NOBODY will clap for you at graduation. Otherwise this school is ok at teaching but it's so embarrassing how the 8th grade math teachers can't teach for crap. Also be aware of one of the 8th grade history teachers if you are a sensitive person. So aggressive for you making one mistake. Yes I'm talking about you mIsS Garcia. Also if you get Mrs. Y Kim for math in 6th grade just ask to switch teachers. Too much vaping here too and kids getting prego. This school went downhill with the new principal. Please be sososso careful about the decisions you make here as a student and a parent here at this dipsh** of a school. What a waste of 3 years. This school also does a terrible job at handling sped kids. Poor children taking hard a** tests the teachers can't teach correctly and then you hear loud screaming sped kids screaming and crying outside and the "care" takers on them dam phones letting them do whatever. Also I have some rude staff listed here to watch out for: Ms. Garcia, Mrs. Aguilar, Mrs. Y Kim. There are som very kind staff I'll shout out yall cool: Ms. Cao, Mrs. Anselmo, Mrs. Hong, Mrs. Galeon, Ms. Ghookassian, Mr, Avina, Mr. Whittek, Mrs. Castañeda, Mrs. Khabbaz and many more. Thank you guys for being epic

Believe the low reviews. If you value your child's education, and safety, do not send them to the…read moreschool. They do not care, (but they pretend to) All they care about is covering their own butts and pretending to follow policy. Bullying is inevitable and nothing will be done about it. Explains why teachers quit and they are so understaffed. They have zero control over the kids and will not work with parents when addressing serious, concerning issues. It's probably not 100% the school's fault, it's LAUSD for not giving them the staff and resources they need. Which in return is very dangerous for our children. Honestly, the only person that cares about the students genuinely.... the security at the front door. The most genuinely kind, and caring person to students, and their families. But if you don't want your child to be bullied and teachers to be disrespected on a daily basis in front of your child and nothing be done about it, keep looking because this is not it.

The food didn't arrive in time…read more.. All staff are very supportive of students being creative and learning. The school is very artistic, really influences students to develop their artistic interests meanwhile getting the required education they need to graduate high school. All accommodation that students may need are met and supported. The school is very helpful and supporting.

We're glad that our daughter transferred to VIPHS. In her words, "The teachers here actually talk…read moreand teach. Many teachers at my old school just let us watch videos." That made me realize how much teacher-led, paper-and-pen instruction helps students focus and learn. As a transfer student, my daughter was warmly supported by teachers, her advisor, and the staff. The community is small, caring, and dedicated. I also joined a Board of Directors meeting before enrolling and was impressed by the school's organization and forward-thinking leadership. VIPHS reports an 81% college-acceptance rate, compared with under 60% at many nearby public high schools. The average class size is about 20 with a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, versus 30-35 students and ratios in the high 20s elsewhere. VIPHS is a close-knit, welcoming community that genuinely cares for students and prioritizes personal attention and academic excellence. Plus, drop-off and pick-up are so easy, a small but real bonus for families!

The antidote to hustle culture--for kids AND parents…read more Highland Hall has been transformative for our family. In a world of stress, hurry, and noise, this school pushes back hard. My ECC student is thriving in their play-based program, and I'm equally impressed by what I see in the grades. What stands out: Teachers are genuinely cared for (you can feel it in how they show up) Outdoor learning is central, not an afterthought Learning is experienced through hands, heart, and mind (and truly offline and not through a screen) Warm, open community that walks the talk Upper school students are bright, engaged, and have real relationships with each other Academic excellence through curiosity, not pressure The slower pace in early years is intentional--less rote memorization, more wonder and deep learning. It teaches families that thriving happens through joy and community, not grinding. Don't let tuition stop you from exploring. The financial assistance program is robust and real. Schedule a tour and see if Highland Hall is right for your family. For us, it's been worth every penny.

This school is an absolute dream! The campus is stunning and a completely unexpected find in Los…read moreAngeles. There are acres of woods, gardens, chickens, and beautiful play areas. The preschoolers help make organic homemade snacks, paint, play, and sing. The teachers genuinely care about the children and are invested in their growth and joy. Highland Hall has beautiful traditions (lantern walk, winter faire) with many opportunities for parents to get involved. We became parents during the pandemic and it has been life changing to feel a sense of community.

7-21-23 @ 09:00 The receptionist of the attendance office answered the phone as "Yessss" ???? I was…read morelost at this moment. Why is she not professionally answering the phone as Nobel Attendance office, xyz speaking how can I help you? I had confirm I was calling the attendance office. She replied by sarcastically saying "yesssss". I called to get information on out of state enrollment into the school. Tone was short, sarcastic, and overall very un-warm. I was taken entirely back by this lady (which, I promise as I am writing this I wish I would have got her name - but she did say she was the one who was in charge of calling folks back who were lottery into the school. First impressions are everything and I promise, this lady through me off completely. I came back and told my 7 th grader, and she was like "Yesssss! I've heard the attendance office people are really rude". Again, taken back.

The receptionist who picked up the phone was very rude and condescending. Thank goodness we will…read moreNOT be sending our child to this school. First impressions are everything, I've heard bad things about this school from others, this call confirmed them.

Our experience at GPS has been wonderful. Both of our children attended the preschool program, and…read moreour family has been part of the GPS community for the past three years. The teachers (Mrs Irene, Ms Megan, Mrs Jennifer...), are exceptional--caring, patient, dedicated, and deeply committed to each child's growth and development. They foster a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn each day. Our children have thrived here thanks to the incredible staff and the strong sense of community the school provides. We are incredibly grateful for the positive impact this preschool has had on our family and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a caring and high-quality early education experience.

The school is a wonderful learning environment. The teachers truly care about their students…read more Small class sizes, engaged administration, and a thoughtful IB curriculum make this school an excellent choice.

I attended my niece and nephews Winter Percussion Family & Friends show…read more The band directors and all assistant directors are dedicated to all the student musicians and color guard. I truly enjoyed the performance and school spirit. The students were amazing. This yelp elite is GHHS Class of '87

I went to high school here for all four years. very humbling roots. glad that I done with my time…read morehere, but I learned to appreciate the journey. offers quality resources and programs that other high schools in the valley, county, state, and nation do not offer

Do NOT send ur kid at this school. i repeat do NOTT. send your kids to this school. from these…read moreother reviews the rumors are true kids are giving blowjobs in the bathroom i remember i my younger sister who just graduated nms said that she be hearing people moaning from pleasure and it is super unhygienic and can prob easily cause STDs because of how dirty and messy the bathrooms are ive seen it. not to mention this is a magnet school. the teachers can teach kids properly because the tend to rush things or not try hard enough to teach students and sometimes its just young adults that seem like they dont wanna teach or do anything with their students and just assign work without going it through with them. and also it is not considered having these "younder pouches" to the school because the school has a horrible environment there were 3 or 4 lock downs in the school because of active shooters near the school and mind you they cant contact their parents if the shooter was actually in the school campus. And also this whole school honestly needs metals detectors because my sister told like literally everyone had vapes or carts and everyone and they mamas would hotbox the bathrooms and get high. and just in general this school is so ass they are honestly not doing anything about it i hope the damn priceable or some teacher reads this and actually think about it and make a difference because holy shit this school is so bad

Sad to say I graduated from this middle school in 2020 I am now 19 years old and from my experience…read moreit is not a good place to send any teenager with a bright future I had to go through teachers straight up telling me that I didn't have a chance graduating even though I did and the environment overall was really shady I think that bullying here was not cared much about by the staff. The teachers I had felt like people with very degenerate lives like ms barajas,ms hernandez and in my opinion any kid at 12 to 15 doesn't want to experience what I did in this middle school.6 years forward I can still see that this school is still worse or the same and with the same type of violent environment it had when I was there myself.Sometimes I wish this school can be demolished to the ground because the cycle of its bullshjt has obviously not changed at all !!!

If you are considering enrolling your child in this school, especially if they require Special…read moreEducation services or have an IEP, i would consider to look elsewhere where - the main teachers at this school are horrible humans. We had bad experiences with two of them. I would not recommend this school for families seeking strong support for children with IEPs or special education needs.

core program is horrible. dont send your child unless you want them to have 4 shitty years in a…read moreshitty program. teachers have no sympathy for children and would rather see them have mental break downs every night than have a night off

I don't recommend this school based on my personal experience. They forced me not to attend my…read moredaughter graduation for wearing heels, not high heels but it was heels. While just right in front of me a parent with real high heels, they just yelled making scenes and they let them go in. They do discrimination . If you are bully you can survive, but if you're a quiet person and cannot yell ; they'll walk over you. I'll never forget and forgive them. I'll never recommend this school. My daughter Graduated in 2022. It's 2026 now and I still remember.

As a parent, I've had three children attend VAAS. Two have already graduated and one is currently a…read moresenior. Each of their experiences has been different, but one thing has stayed consistent: their confidence has grown and they've learned how to advocate for themselves. I remember when my oldest started as a freshman. He was nervous and trying to figure out where he fit in. He's part of the LGBTQ community, and as a mom you hope your child will be accepted for who they are. At VAAS, he was. The diversity here is real, and you can feel it every day. He joined the dance team, got involved in theater, and eventually became president of several clubs. Watching him grow into a confident leader showed me how much this school was helping him develop as a person, not just as a student. My other two children were excited to attend after seeing his experience, and I've watched the same kind of growth happen with them. They all have different personalities and interests, but they've each learned to speak up for themselves and take ownership of their future. As a parent, that means everything. What makes VAAS special is the smaller environment and the relationships with teachers and staff. Students are known by name, and the teachers genuinely care. I've had teachers reach out not just about concerns, but to share progress and ideas for growth. It shows they're truly invested. Both of my children who graduated from VAAS have now graduated from college, one from UC Irvine and the other from the University of Hawaii, and my youngest has already been accepted into college. That tells me VAAS really prepared them for what came next. One of my favorite experiences as a parent has been Digital Portfolio Night, where students present their own work and reflect on their growth. Seeing that confidence firsthand is something special. VAAS is more than just a school. It's a supportive community that prepares students for life after high school, and I would absolutely recommend it to other families.