Haman Elementary School is the best school there is! It has very good teachers and very good staff!read more

I'm a little sad that I have to move my daughter to another school but in necessary due to Haman…read morenot having a Autism specific program for her.The staff is wonderful and very helpful!! My daughter is in a special every day program with Ms. Mata. I love that they send the kids home with daily reports on how they did during the day.

I think this school sucks because this school is NOTHING but a joke. They are so negligent with…read morebullying it genuinely pisses me off. I went to this school 8 years ago and in 3rd grade I had beef with this kid because he got mad that I was close with my own best friend at the time so he spread all sorts of stuff about me like for example: I called him Deaf, I screamed in his ear, etc.... Because of him I had to get called to the office everyday and get lectured by the principal at the time who OBVIOUSLY had a bias because even when it was proven I didn't bully the kid SHE STILL TOOK HIS SIDE. And at some point she even told my mom I had to be on medication for my "behavior issues" and in 5th grade the principal called my mom in for a meeting and she tried to get me in mental experiment program at some point. In general, this school is bullshit, the staff are bullshit, I hope they all get replaced DONT ENROLL YOUR KID IN THIS SCHOOL UNLESS YOU HATE THEM.

I'm only giving this place 1 star out of 5 because when I was much younger, I was unwillingly…read moredrafted into their autistic program despite being the smartest kid in the class. I hated being there because a couple of women named Judith and Auclare would constantly harass and belittle me whenever I got something wrong. I also remember I was using self-defense when a classmate was fighting me, and *I* got in trouble for an incident HE caused. I'm also someone who wants friends and gets along with most people perfectly, so that fact should've disregarded these mentally challenged officials' claims about me being autistic. Terrible school. I would rate this place -5 stars out of 5 if this website allowed negative numbers.

This school is a little hidden gem in the middle of Santa Clara…read more We are very, very, very happy we found it. Staff is very kind and helpful. Teachers are very nice and experimented. It's a catholic school and it's a very welcoming environment to anyone: all ethnicities, backgrounds, religions... They will not force you to something or treat you differently because of A or B. What I really like is indeed how diverse it is and that it also offer a good "work-life balance" for the little ones. St Lawrence offers a good education, with values and has a great after school program. It is competitive the right amount for us. I visited several other private schools but they were either not diverse, or way too competitive, 1 fit all style, and with too many helicopter parents. I want my kids to have a nurturing childhood, discover different kinds of people and not develop little robots that would do 5th grade maths in 2nd grade. It is so easy to fall in that trap, especially now and here in the Silicon Valley. What I also loved is that they offer Spanish, Drama and art (with a real specialized teachers) embedded in the curriculum. They have a recreative after school program (Crafts and games), but they also offer thematic programs (chess, programming, art, magician...) for a small extra fee. They have a competitive swim team on site (amazing!). Some things had to be stopped during Covid (after school, swim team), but it is my understanding that these will re-open in September 2021. Cost wise, it is way more affordable than most private schools in the Bay Area, and you can apply for aid as well. The school re-opened part time in Oct 2020 and full time in Jan 2021. Was such a help for the kids (and parents) I imagine. The only "complaint" I would have, is that they should do a little more anticipation and be better at organizing or setting up things (for example pool reopening, Science teacher coming in person etc.) But I blame most of it on a challenging 2020 year - for all of us. Thank you Mrs Lares, the Principal and the entire St Lawrence team!

Not good Not really not at all. Don't trust the teachers…read moreand aides. They can smile while gossiping and laughing and making fun of the kids. They think they're so cool. They are not. Just really immature and self important. It's all about them. Ps if Carina is still principal she encouraged bullying and I saw ad heard her myself. "Now is not the time " during class time. Next thing you know someone is getting ganged up on on the playground. She's a piece of work. She makes herself that way. She's loony I have many more examples. When half the class is crying on the last day of school something is wrong. So they promoted her. Sick.

2011 Update: Mrs Ragsdales memorial was a sneak peek into the closeness of our community…read more Loving teachers that are more concerned about education than test scores! Happy students - no bullying....this is probably because it is a relatively small school. 2 or 3 classrooms for each grade. The more you are immersed in a community the lower the chances for anger. The moms are relaxed, fun and hardworking. Set up, clean up...you name it and they are getting their hands blistered! Many families outside our neighborhood choose to Open Enroll and transfer to Sutter - smart move. Mr Funcheon - I don't think I have ever seen him angry. He values the parents and is extremely thankful in his praise. He is loved by all.

Great school. Good grades and friendly atmosphere. Excellent neighborhood with lots of children.read more

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the Pomeroy campus team. Over the past eight…read moreyears, our kid has experienced a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where he has grown and developed with confidence. We are especially appreciative of the school's strong communication and care. The administrative team has always been thoughtful and responsive--whether supporting families through unexpected situations or keeping us well informed about Vincent's progress and experiences at school. This level of partnership has meant a great deal to us as parents. As a parent volunteer，I have also had the privilege of working closely with the school and the parent community. These experiences have made us feel deeply connected to the Pomeroy community. We are especially grateful to the teachers for their dedication and support during the important transition year, including their thoughtful guidance and recommendation support for the students. Many good teachers here, Mr.s Lewis, Mr. Adler，Mr. Merchant, Mr. Lee, Ms. Alldredge, etc We will certainly continue to recommend the Pomeroy campus to families and friends.

(This review is not for schools's teachers but for management)…read more Initially we enrolled our kid here but we had cancel way before the school starts. We ended up paying first month tuition 3k + deposit 750$ and also few other extra fees. As per the contract, if we cancel we loose 10%. Even after going for a single dat in school, we lost 4000+$. We were kind of let it go as this is what we signed in the agreement. Above incident happened 2 month ago. I didn't write any bad review at that time as it was us who cancelled the admission. Today we received an email stating this "If we do not receive the outstanding payment by the end of this week, we will be compelled to refer your account, along with any outstanding fees and tuition, to a collections agency". Now they asking us to pay another 400$ saying it is stated in your contract. Its not like their spot is open, they already filled the spot. Even without going for a 1 day school, school charged us 3000 + 750 + 100 ( + 400 another they are asking) after 2 months. We were thinking again to send our kid to Stratford school after one year due to lot positive online reviews but this incident baffled me today. If you are not certain or may have to change something during school enrollment due to some life events, do not sign anything or do not go with this school. they won't honor your situation. One a side note, when we use credit card / bank details with this school website, we always had fraud issue or leaking the personal details. I had cancel my credit card when I paid initial 750$ deposit.

School changed website to https://scottlane.santaclarausd.org…read moreI will never forget what they allowed to happen to my son. Recap son was not even there one year and he had fallen more behind then he already was. His teacher was kind but office personnel especially principal was aweful. My son now has trauma from his experience at this school. He was bullied daily and even followed home and assaulted. He was daily ridiculed and fat shamed. My complaints only fell on deaf ears. This principal's lack of care for my son was supported by its district. Not safe, My son was flipped off by an adult in a car at the parking lot. My son was refused lunch in the cafeteria. My son was forced to clean and sweep as a consequence for dropping a grape on the floor by male janitor. Not safe at all, I had to move away so that my children would never attend this school district . If you have a sweet caring child, i would not recommend this place, this is a slum area.

SCCS has been a wonderful school, we joined this past Fall (my daughter is in 2nd grade) and it has…read morebeen a great experience all around. The school has been accommodating, welcoming and Christ-centered. My daughter loves her class and also feels challenged educationally. I love the intimate feel of a small school, it reminds me of my own elementary school down the street. The staff feels familial, there are plenty of opportunities to volunteer or get involved, and there is a wonderful church associated with the school that we love as well. Mr. Nice is the school's principal and also the main Pastor at the church, he lives up to his name and is truly special.

I can't say enough good things about SCCS. As a working mom of three energetic and bright boys,…read morefinding a school that truly understands both children and parents felt like searching for a unicorn--until we found SCCS. From day one, the staff made our family feel welcomed. They strike that rare balance of being warm and nurturing while also maintaining high academic and behavioral expectations. My boys are excited to go to school each morning, and as a parent, that peace of mind is priceless. The teachers are exceptional--patient, communicative, and deeply invested in each child's growth. They recognize that kids learn differently and somehow manage to challenge, encourage, and celebrate each child as an individual. Yes, it is a Christian school, but it is by no means over the top and our boys really enjoy the stories and songs. The lessons are truly focused on being good humans - who can argue with inspiring a little more love and kindness? What stands out most is the sense of community. This isn't just a school; it's a partnership. Whether it's helping my youngest gain confidence in preschool or ensuring my older kids are engaged, curious, and supported, the school consistently goes above and beyond. As a mom juggling work, schedules, and three very different personalities, I can say with complete confidence that this school has been one of the best decisions we've made for our family. My boys are thriving--and we can't say thank you enough to SCCS.