As a parent of a student who has attended Laurelcrest since Kindergarten, I am a little saddened to see that a former student feels hindered. We were just told that Laurelcrests doors will not be opening next year due to financial difficulties and improper management of funds, most of us knew this was
... Read more coming, so many of us had to find a plan B. In doing so, I had my daughter tested both independently and by GATE and she scored very high marks. We are proud to have been at such a wonderful school which had a great mission and one common goal. Teaching our daughters and giving 100% of themselves in doing so. Our daughter received a great foundation, and will strive wherever she goes. THANK YOU Laurelcrest for all that you have done for her. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/21/09
This is very sad that a former student feels she was hindered academically and socially. I do know as a parent that we send our girls to this school feeling that we are giving them a unique learning opportunity. We make a great effort both in our volunteer time and tuition. One has to allow for adjustment
... Read more to a new curriculum once in high school and I am sure it can be daunting. My hope is that later on this student will see the benefits she received at Laurelcrest. That being said, we as parents should listen and consider the opinion and concerns of this former student. Also, the extreme contrast in opinions here leads me to believe that not all students are getting the most out of the curriculum. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/09
I am the father of a girl at Laurelcrest and am very pleased and impressed with what my daughter is learning. The teachers are top notch and truely care about preparing the girls for great academic success in high school and beyond. Although the campus is not 5-star, what is being taught and learned
... Read more inside the classrooms is 5-star. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/03/09
I have nothing but positive comments for Laurelcrest. Our daughter was evaluated, then allowed to start school a year earlier than she would have been allow to do in a public school environment. She doesn't turn five until next month. My sister-in-law is a public school 1st grade teacher in a district
... Read more that scores very well nationally. She had given us a hard time about looking at non-public schools and about having our daughter start school early. Over the Holidays she spent time with our daughter and told us afterward that she was reading better than the first graders in her own class and was more poised than many older children at her school. Laurelcrest has had it's share of problems but we feel they are behind us. We are looking forward to spending 9 years at this gem of a school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/19/09
My daughter is in Kindergarten at Laurel Crest. She loves her teacher and loves going to school, even on Mondays! We are very happy with Laurel Crest, the teaching staff is wonderful. We've had our challenges this year but the head of school that was the main problem is gone and the joyful, supportive
... Read more atmosphere has returned. The school is working hard to rejuvenate the music and arts program. The Meet the Master's program is being used in 2nd grade and above and the Kindergarten has art as a part of their regular curriculum. Also the girls have a Spanish class and PE weekly. We are very pleased and the school community is very supportive and nurturing. I highly recommend Laurel Crest. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/26/09
Now that the main problem has finally been resolved (not without wreaking havoc, unfortunately), Laurelcrest faces a tenuous but hopeful future, but it will take work and dedication by all involved. Laurelcrest is worth saving and there is great opportunity for an amazingly rare all-girls non-religious
... Read more education that is affordable. The teachers are wonderful and your daughter will love it, but if you are interested, be prepared to get VERY involved. Parents must step up, pitch in, and do whatever it takes to not just ensure the viability of the school, but to STAY AWARE so they know if/when problems are developing and not be afraid to stand together and speak up. Hopefully the Laurelcrest Board has finally learned they have to encourage communication with parents, not suppress it. Had they done so, they would have avoided this fiasco. It's up to the parents now to save this little school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/15/09
As a new parent of 2 girls at Laurelcrest, I find the school amazing. The teachers are great and go above and beyond what is required. The girls are the best, very intelligent, positive and confident. The parents are supportive. We had a wonderful time during the Halloween sleepover and many other
... Read more activities. I was somewhat unsure what to think of Laurelcrest before I came. However, it has been one of the best decisions I have made for my daughters. They love going to school and are learning more than I could have ever imagined! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/13/09
This school has several rare qualities a prospective family should consider. It is small and welcoming to newcomers. The teachers are able to give individual attention and strive to keep parents in the loop. It is ethnically and culturally diverse. The school is in a transition but has talented, hardworking
... Read more teachers, parents and staff. This school provides a unique learning experience at all grade levels. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/30/08
re: 23 October review. First of all, the Board is doing/has done an amazing job throughout the past 2 1/2 years. The school was kept together and did quite well through the normal (& difficult) evolution from a very small school to one that has gotten girls into the best high schools in California
... Read more (4 of our girls were accepted one year at The Calif. Academy of Math & Science--unheard of). The Board is totally in control, very professional, and they absolutely have the will and ability to do their job. I am not sure if this parent even knows how a Board works and that the Head of School works for them. If s/he has any issues, go talk with a Board member. I am thrilled that my daughter has gone to Laurelcrest--she can stand up very well for herself with college-level questions in competitions & esp. with boys. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/28/08
It is really ashame that all everyone has to do complain, complain and complain! Where are the parents when the school needs them? Are you not happy with the education you are getting? Are your girls not thriving? I can say that as a parent of a middleschooler and a former PTO officer I must say that
... Read more the quality of education that Lauelcrest has given to my daugher is beyond compare. I can also say that the high school that our graduates are at now has nothing but great things to say about the Laurelcrest girls and how well preared they are for high school. This says alot about the teachers. Why bring this school down when it has been helping our girls grow and thrive? You may not be happy with the administration of our school, but the girls are the ones you are targeting now. Sad..very sad. Read less
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Long Beach schools — Laurelcrest School is located at 3435 San Anseline Ave, Long Beach CA 90808. 3435 San Anseline Ave is in the South of Conant neighborhood and 90808 ZIP code in Long Beach, CA Laurelcrest School is a Private school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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