The parents at this school are incredibly rude and entitled. I have twice seen verbal arguments…read moreescalate into near physical altercations because the principal of this school refuses to manage the traffic situation at pick up and drop off. The streets around this school are made so dangerous by the parents who are terrible drivers and so lazy and entitled, they would rather park illegally and hold up traffic than walk one block. One day someone is going to get seriously hurt because this school refuses to do its responsibility and hold parents accountable for driving safely.

There will always be bad experiences at any school be it public or private. My daughter has been at…read moreWHECES since kindergarten and is moving into her last year. Overall, it really is a great school. You have to be an advocate for your child and as long as you are involved with their schooling the experience should be rewarding. We have all had great teachers and not so great teachers and this school is no different. Your kid will learn a lot! This school is not for every student. If you work with your child and make sure they are getting the right support...it does come from the parent and not just the teacher...they will have a rewarding and successful elementary school experience and be a head of the game come middle school.

As a parent of Calabash Elementary for the past 8 years I can tell you that I have been beyond…read moreimpressed by this school and this is why; * a principal that is fair, that shows no favoritism, and is a true child advocate. * a front office staff that are warm, knowledgeable and show respect for the parents and children. * teachers that care, are passionate about teaching and educated on our children Academic needs. * a librarian that has developed a generation of children with a love for books. * a PTA that has made a community, that has worked non stop to raise money for the programs and enrichments that our tax dollars no longer cover.

Update... as we near graduation…read more The Great -- The teachers. Almost without exception, every teacher we've had at Calabash (approx 12) has been top notch, committed and inspirational. The Good -- The PTA. It's improved. A lot. It's now run by a responsible group that is really committed to raising funds and implementing quality programs for the kids. The Mediocre -- The parents. With the exception of a few, the parent involvement is pretty lame. Same group of parents that volunteer at every event. The BAD -- The Principal. One of the worst I've ever seen. She attempts to run the school like a military base. She has her sights set on climbing the LAUSD ladder and, clearly, every decision she makes is geared toward furthering her personal goals as opposed to creating a nurturing, fun, inspiring environment for the kids. And this isn't just my opinion. Every teacher, parent and student hates her.

My son went there for one year in 2024 before I took him out. The principal, last name Goldstein,…read moreis the absolute worst person. She ruined the school, ruined the grass field, ruined the paintings that the little kids loved. Now, all the people wanting to play soccer not have literal solar panels in the middle of the field.

I rarely leave reviews but our experience at this school was so horrible it felt necessary…read more Incompetent leadership / admin so everyone is left fending for themselves, teachers overwhelmed by this I'm sure and the resulting tension is pretty toxic for the kids, parents, everyone.

My son joined in third grade after coming from a private school, and we were welcomed so warmly…read morefrom the start. He has truly loved this year. He talks about the science program all the time, and he's been so excited about the enrichment opportunities the school offers. It's been really special to watch him feel engaged and supported in that way. From a parent perspective, it's honestly been eye-opening. Coming from private school, where everything carried an extra cost... tutoring, after-school care, lunches... it feels completely different here. Hot lunches are included. After-school care is available at no cost. If a child needs extra support, tutoring is offered without an added fee. It's just incredible to see how many resources are available, and how much support is built in, simply for being part of the school community.

My daughter is graduating after 5 years at this sweet school. We were so lucky to have found it and…read moreis like a private school where everyone all of the administration knows the names of each and every student. it is situated on many acres of land and has a beautiful view. there are multiple playgrounds and a sweet area for the kinder and PK, with a garden. They go on science hikes around the land, outings to museums and participate in beach cleanup. the fifth graders have little buddies, with the small kindergarten children. They look after this is a great source of pride for my daughter. I can honestly say we will miss the school dearly, and we are so grateful to it for raising our sweet child, and keeping her innocent.

As a parent of a student who has been attending Manzanita for 4 years since Forest Kindergarten (…read morenow in 3rd grade ) and another child that is soon to enroll - We are so grateful to have this amazing school so close by. The campus is incredible, grounding , and inspiring for the students and parents - who get to spend time on the land , connecting to nature and learning in symbiosis with the world around them. We have seen our daughter flourish in the last 4 years - first in her confidence, creativity and sense of self - and then in her academics . Her teachers have worked incredibly hard to overcome any challenges she has experienced - gently encouraging and finding the best ways for her to learn. The community is strong and the school works hard to involve the parents in the culture and learning experience. Our personal primary goal as parents is to raise happy and healthy children who will have the ability to adapt, listen and learn in their future. We are very happy with our experience at Manzanita and can't wait to continue our journey under Big Rock.

Simply an outstanding educational experience in every way. Manzanita is an entirely new model for…read morelearning, one that doesn't neatly fit into any established category. Students learn on the land and from the land, supported by teachers trained as mentors for a truly personal, close-knit experience. Your child will be seen, known, and understood here. They will be taught how to think, not what to think. They will be prepared to show up as their most authentic selves. They will be exposed to a curriculum that is much more nuanced and engaging than most people can imagine. Your child will be in community with people who are committed to making the world a better place and often live lives far outside the mainstream. The lunch program is incredible. Tour the school to experience firsthand. Truly amazing.

Round Meadow is one of the best school academically! For second grade we had Ms. Fleischman and she…read morewas such an incredible teacher. My son excelled like never before in reading, math, writing etc. All the counselors and teachers here are very nice and proactive. They have a lot of fun ways to bring the community together! such a great school. The drop off and pick up can be a little backed up and take a while sometimes but its worth it. Its also located in a beautiful area near the hidden hills backside gate.

I was a former student here and now my five year old son is in TK here! Bay Laurel gave me a…read moregreat education and I'm excited to see my son grow here at Bay Laurel. We have Ms. Amico for TK this year and she is a good teacher. I know that we're going to have a good experience here and my son will have all good teachers!

Not worth the hype, after almost 4 years we left highly disappointed at the way the teachers and…read moreadministration handled our child, who is a gifted student. We are now in a better district and the way they handle social-emotional issues and behavior is far superior. It is now plain to see that Bay Laurel teachers were not properly trained to handle Student Success Team meetings: they simply disregarded the "success" part of them. To add insult to injury Principal Duncan did not mind destroying a 3rd grader's self esteem by kicking him out of his class and school a week before Spring Break, without a goodbye or an explanation.

We love WHPS and the Collins St. Campus. Our daughter has been at WHPS for the past two years. We…read moreare so sad to be leaving and heading to TK because I am not ready to be leaving WHPS yet. Ms. Robin, the preschool director, is phenomenal. From our first visit to campus she made us feel welcome and comfortable. I was so impressed that she knew every student and parent walking around as we visited. To this day, she still knows everyone who passes through the gates of WHPS Collins. She is always available for questions, to discuss any concerns, is an incredible support for the teachers and is actively engaged with the school's programs and students' development. We first had Ms. Monica and Ms. Zulay and now have Ms. Kathy and Ms. Candy as teachers. They are INCREDIBLE. The teachers tailor their teaching styles and content to the students in their class and their interests. My daughter is an observer and the teachers have helped push her a bit outside of her comfort zone and she has grown so much over the past two years. There are a ton of extracurricular activities that families can opt into. We've done dance, Spanish, tiny stem, soccer, and tennis. We've also done the summer camp at WHPS. It is a bit of an extension of the school year but with lots of fun water experiences. There is a pool with a lifeguard and available swim lessons. The Parent Association Group (PAG) is highly involved. So many fun experiences like a Halloween parade and Snow Day as well as cultural celebrations like Lunar New Year and Holi. Also, the school is incredibly safe. Double entrance doors which is right in front of the director's office. Codes and sign-ins required by all. Great relationships with LAFD and LAPD who respond quickly if there were to be any concerns. Also, they do a number of drills that are age appropriate for the students. I know it can be scary to discuss drills at such a young age, but it is necessary. With so many preschool opportunities in the west Valley, we were in a bit of a decision paralysis until we got to WHPS Collins. It was an easy choice and we are so glad our daughter has had such a great experience.

Adding this review for other parents like me who felt incredibly anxious about the daycare…read moretransition. Our son had a nanny until he was 18 months old, and while we knew he could benefit from more structure and socialization as a high-energy, outgoing little guy, I worried constantly about whether he would nap well, eat well, and receive the love and attention he needed to truly thrive in a daycare environment. We originally planned for a very gradual transition with a few weeks of partial days. By day two, his amazing teachers reassured me he was doing great and encouraged us to rip the bandaid off and try full days. They sent photos throughout the day and were always quick to respond whenever I reached out for reassurance or updates. To our surprise, our toddler eats and sleeps at school like a champ. He now runs into school each morning and is never quite ready to leave at pickup. When we arrive, he's usually dancing, laughing, and clearly so happy and fulfilled. I've also been incredibly impressed by the thoughtful programming and enrichment opportunities the school brings in--from special guests and themed activities to PGA events and other unique experiences that make each week feel engaging and intentional. Choosing this school has been one of the best decisions we've made for our family, and we truly credit his incredible growth and confidence to the dedicated teachers who go above and beyond for both their students and parents. Special thank you to Alejandra and Brianna for making our little guy so excited about school.