They have the best teachers out of the five middle schools I have been to in El Dorado Hills. Everyone is so nice and the activities and sprots are soooo much fun!
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Posted by a student on 10/03/09
I have two girls at Golden Hills School and we have been there for 3 full years. I can tell you that the teachers, administrators and the parents care about one thing, your childs learning. Take a visit and you will see for yourself what a joy this school is to the community.
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
Small community, great families, good education and supportive staff
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Posted by a parent on 09/17/09
I love my school because it's home away from home for my daughter! Our school is small but big with heart, community and excellence.As a parent I feel wonderful knowing that the teachers are well respected so in turn this is passed on to our children.Because we are a nonprofit school, volunteerism is
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
Our daughter is now in her fourth year at Golden Hills. The teachers and administration know every child by name. They know their abilities and strengths and help each child learn to the best of their ability. There is a genuine love of learning and a sense of community respect that is instilled in
... Read more every child. Due to the fact that this is such a small environment (approximately 200 students at this time), each parent needs to be prepared to contribute their time and talents to make events, fundraisers, etc. a success. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/09
We have two daughters (K & 3rd) at GHS and couldn't be happier. It is academically challenging to both of our kids in a very positive manner. The staff is full of heart, and I truly believe we are getting great value. The other local public schools in the area are also fantastic, so finding value in
... Read more the school is important. I completely trust that my kids are well taken care of and appreciate the flexibility of a private school. The uniforms are great. And for such a small school, the extra-activities are very good. Our daughters enjoy school musicals, piano lessons on campus, computers, spanish, hot lunches and a great sports program. The teachers have been top notch, and the administrative staff is very accessible and helpful. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/09
We have an excellent school all around! All of the teachers are credentialed, supportive of the students, and are easily accessible for the parents. Everyone... the Principal, Administrative Staff, Teachers, Support staff maintain the welcoming value based education in which the students work up to
... Read more their potential, are challenged to grow as a person and a student, make lasting friendships, and have many opportunities to shine! The new Principal is conscientious, approachable, innovative and aware of the ebbs and flows of the school, and is dedicated to maintain the high standards on which this school was founded. The school has a new Athletic Field, a multipurpose room, stage and sound system which support the sports, drama, music and arts programs. The students who graduate from GHS have access to all private and public high schools in the local and surrounding areas. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/04/09
This is a GREAT school! We had one child in public school and after much frustration, we made the right decision moving to private and GHS. We've been there for years with multiple children. We have children with high academics and a child that works hard for B's. Both are treated equally and educated
... Read more differently based on their individual learning style. We love the focus on character and the comfort of knowing our children will have their choice of high schools and colleges. There has been a headmaster change, and with any change its difficult for those of us who have been there awhile, but this change is exactly what GHS needed. We look forward to many more years there! If you are considering Private Schools, take a look..you wil be as impressed as we are! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/02/09
We've been at Golden Hills for 5 years and are very pleased. The academics are excellent. The staff is caring and dedicated. Our kids have access to a wide variety of extracurricular activities where everyone participates and is encouraged. There is loads of parental involvement which serves to give
... Read more a high adult to child ratio on campus. A focus on character education is clearly developing well mannered, caring kids. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/09
We have been with GHS for several years. The first few years were wonderful. The last two years the school has declined and my family no longer even feels welcome on campus. The teachers focus has changed to just keeping their jobs and not teaching their students
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El Dorado Hls schools — Golden Hills School is located at 1060 Suncast Ln, El Dorado Hls CA 95762. 1060 Suncast Ln is in the 95762 ZIP code in El Dorado Hls, CA Golden Hills School is a Private school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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