God bless this school, ,bless the educational staff, bless your homes, your finances and may this…read moreschool be the light that illuminates all students. I highly recommend this school, it is well located, professional academic staff, responsible, busy and concerned about the teaching and education of students. The IEP program is excellent and professionally trained. My children were happy here and I join them. GOD BLESS THIS SCHOOL. THANK YOU

This school is not the same as it was a few years ago…read more The biggest change has been in the kindergarten and first grade program. Losing the teachers they had was a huge mistake, and I know a lot of parents who have lost confidence in those grades because of what happened. I personally would not feel comfortable sending another young child into the current kindergarten program. The teacher they chose as a replacement is awful. She often says age-inappropriate things, acts overly emotional at times, and constantly yells at kids, especially special ed students. It's really sad because there are still some amazing teachers here who care so much about the kids, but it feels like leadership is driving the good ones away. Every year more experienced teachers leave, and you have to wonder why.

So far so good. Our kinder experience at Basis Tucson Primary has been a lot better than our prek…read moreexperience at Leman Academy. The school strongly emphasizes academics and kids are given letter/percentage grades like high schools do. Yes there's pressure but nothing we can't handle so far. My complaints: 1. De-prioritization of physical activity. You have to put your child in an after school club (more money) for dance, bowling, and other movement-based activities. I had the opportunity to volunteer to help with hot lunch once. I learned a lot. Like just how short lunch is; it explained why my daughter was hungry but had uneaten food in her lunch last semester. Volunteering has opened my eyes and I started packing her lunches a little differently 2. It's a charter school so they have to raise money. However, the fundraiser updates in the app are ridiculous. Class vs class, grade vs grade. Everyone hurry and donate before the deadline...use the AZ tax credit...oh the deadline has been extended so you can donate more (no surprise) None of the issues I mentioned are major to me. Why? Because my kindergartener is reading, can read digital and analog clocks, she can add double-digit numbers, etc but her friends who are in 1st and 2nd grade in TUSD schools aren't there yet. The academic advantage Basis provides is unparalleled without attending an expensive private school But there are pros and cons to each school and I've included a couple for potential parents considering the school

I just had a concerning conversation with her regarding her science class today. There was a movie…read moreshowed and she expressed that she was very uncomfortable and the teacher quickly dismissed her and forced her to watch this video or go the principal's office. Now this sounds a lot like bullying to me from the teachers to student. If a student concerns, uncomfortable, and would like to leave the room they should, am I wrong? Now this has been going on all year and I've been quiet about it. I'm not pleased with the staff nor the faculty on how they pursue my daughter into wanting her to change instead of developing her strengths the way that needs to be done and I feel really awful and shameful for bringing her to the school. I will never recommend Basis. I hope you guys change the way that you view your students they are not robots. They are human beings and if they feel uneasy about a situation, they have the right to speak up.

My children went to this school and it was probably the best choice I ever made. The Nuns there are…read moreloving and family orientated. The staff treated us like family. And they are willing to work through any obstacle to help you child strive for the best .I high recommend this school.They work with the tuition and they offer scholarships. Truly a remarkable school. My kids didn't want to leave. And they still go back and visit. Ask for Mrs. Akins