Pioneer Academy has been an incredible experience for our family. We enrolled our 4th grade son…read morelast fall after realizing that the traditional school environment simply wasn't the right fit for how he learns. Pioneer Acton Academy in Richfield offers a unique learner-driven approach that is very different from traditional schools. Honestly, making the decision to switch schools was pretty scary for us. We did a lot of research and spent a long time wondering if we were making the right choice, but we really felt like we were selling him short by keeping him where he was. Our son is a very bright child who always got good grades at his previous school, but it was becoming obvious that it wasn't the best fit for him. Sitting still through long classes, moving from subject to subject on a rigid schedule, and being expected to learn the same way as everyone else was slowly draining his curiosity and passion for learning. Any 'plan' to help him seemed more about making him 'fit in the box' than about recognizing his strengths and how he naturally learns. He had developed a strong dislike of school, and watching his love of learning fade was really heartbreaking. Pioneer Academy completely changed that. The environment encourages independence, curiosity, and problem solving. Instead of just being given answers, the kids are encouraged to ask questions, think things through, and figure things out. There's a lot of movement, collaboration, hands-on learning, and time outdoors. And the guides at Pioneer have been incredible! They truly know the kids, challenge and support them, and create an environment where students feel capable, trusted, and motivated to grow. They recognize that all kids learn in different ways. Instead of trying to force every child into the same mold, they create an environment where students can take ownership of their learning, explore their interests, and develop confidence in themselves. This kind of environment is good for every child! It challenges kids to go deeper and focus on true mastery instead of just learning for a test. The kids take real ownership of their learning, which helps them build confidence, independence, and a growth mindset. Each session includes a "quest" where the kids dive deeply into a topic through projects and exploration. Right now they're doing a quest called "Newton's Toy Box," and our son comes home so excited to tell us about what he's learning, building, testing, and discovering. One of the biggest differences we've seen is in his attitude toward school. He is genuinely excited to go every day. In fact, he was disappointed when he had to miss a couple of days for a family ski trip. That alone says a lot! Watching our son rediscover his excitement and passion for learning has been amazing, and we're so grateful we found Pioneer!

My son is in kindergarten. The teachers truly care about the students, the principal is super…read moreinvolved (she directs traffic after school!), the staff is friendly and loves what they do, and (my son has special needs) --- the teachers are very well versed in working with all types of students.

My daughters (5yr) and (3yr) LOVE this daycare! the staff is friendly, understanding and…read morepassionate. they communicate well with the parents and overall, it's a great daycare to send your children to. they have events that give parents the opportunity to meet other parents and to be involved in their daycare experience. the value is certainly worth it! apparently since being under new management, this place has thrived and i can vouch for that!

We were there for a little less than two years with our toddler, and the place proved time and time…read moreagain to be so dysfunctional. There were some great teachers, but the environment was so toxic for them that it spilled into the learning experience and safety of the children. Would not recommend.

Lutheran West is an excellent choice for middle school and high school academics, athletics, and…read moreextra curricular activities. The teachers, coaches, and facilities are the very best. Grateful to have this faith-based school in our community.

Great school. On the expensive side, but a great education and program. Have the motto "Men For…read moreOthers".

Knowing what I know now I would have fled this school and attended Cleveland Heights High. Every…read moreday I was depressed here. I just wish I'd understood that plenty of local schools are so much better. Ignatius routinely employs uncertified alumni with little experience. Two teachers and a coach were emotionally and psychologically abusive. I was a year younger than all the other students which doesn't help in this toxic environment. Homophobia and racism are endemic. Zero science during freshman year, zero opportunity to socialize with girls. Ignatius now offers a health science mentoring and internship program, probably because they noticed very few of us smarties were prepared for medical studies. They had to improve their game given the exhorbitant tuition and inferior curriculum compared to good public schools in the area that have four years of science, superior arts programs, healthier culture and don't subject young boys to four years of mandatory religious indoctrination. They actually told us there was zero networking for medical school. It seems like efforts were made to improve, but I would never send my son's here or indeed to any "Catholic" school after my experience. If your parents hold you back a year or two in one of the local "Catholic" grade schools, play football and the administration will shepherd you with better instructors and manipulate your record to improve your GPA.

This is a horrible school. they are discriminatory, and false. they have teachers, staff and staff…read morefamilies to post good reviews for their benefit while trying to delete the true reviews from true families that have had a horrible experience. that is why they went from a k-8 school to a k-5 school. The administration is truly awful and the teachers are not caring or nurturing at all. is best to stay as far away from this place. There are other better schools out there where they treat people better. Thank goodness we got out and never went back. Truly awful how they treat certain families at this school. Not Very Christian at all.

I attended Messiah from kindergarten through eighth grade…read more Kindergarten: Mrs. McKay & Mrs. Pompeianni First grade: Mrs. Spicer Second grade: Mrs. Neumann Third grade: Ms. Hinsch Fourth grade: Mrs. Chuhran Fifth grade: Mrs. Schnittger Sixth grade: Mrs. Kalinowski Seventh grade. Ms. Wescott Eight grade: Mrs. Humphrey Not many people can recall the names of their teachers unless they made a huge impact on a life. Each of these teachers taught me the importance of service to others and why education was key. If I lived in Ohio I would send my children here!

My son started 6th this year with a ton of confidence. He has been going to Sylvan for a little…read moreover a year now with the goal of getting him ready for middle school. He just got his first trimester progress report. He has never handed me a progress report (they are usually hidden). Happy to say straight A's. So proud of him! Thank you Joy and all the teachers at Sylvan!

Not worth a star if I can! Please parents or guardians check your kids' work even if you send them…read moreto this center!! I always have to correct the homework most of times; sometimes the whole homework; incorrect!!! Whenever I check help the kid correct, he got completely perfect grades from his teachers! Stop wasting your money for this center!!!!!!!!!

PGI Young Explorers is the worst company I have ever dealt with. I ordered a stroller for my new…read moregrandson in November 2020. Got a notice backordered and no idea when it would come in. I needed for Christmas. I cancelled order. Kept getting notices they can't cancel and I kept sending to cancel. I finally cancelled my credit card. It is now March 10 and I just notices a charge for the stroller and the shipping which was supposed to be free and never got the stroller. After 1 1/2 hours on phone with credit card company I got my answer. The company somehow found out I had a new credit card and fraudulently used my new card to pay for this stroller I never received. Chase is contesting it, but they told me the company has a special program that can find out you new credit card and number. So much for privacy and what a fraud. Buyer beware.

Our 14 month old son has gone to Young Explorer's since he was 11 weeks old and we couldn't be…read morehappier. All the teachers (not just those in his classroom) are so friendly and helpful and really care about their kids. I have never worried that my child wasn't getting everything he needs. That peace of mind is invaluable. We were only planning on being in Aurora for 3-5 years and we're coming up on 4 years here - the only thing stopping us is that we (and our son) are so happy with Young Explorers.