I love the Schoolhouse because the administration and staff truly live their mission and because the children are not only getting an education about academics, but about love and compassion and the world. And more importantly, they do a great job of providing an environment that celebrates a student's
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Posted by a parent on 11/03/09
This school is no good for educating kids in anything other than arts and crafts, and the arts there are mediocre at best. After 3 years of attending Hollywood Schoolhouse my daughter left with the 'learning diability' label. She was completely illiterate. Since, my daughter has been attending public
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Posted by a parent on 10/24/09
Our family is new at the Schoolhouse this year and we couldn't be happier. The Schoolhouse is a wonderful community of families and an amazingly supportive and nurturing environment for learning. The curriculum is challenging with a creative twist.
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Posted by a parent on 09/30/09
The best school in Hollywood. I have experience the pre-school, elementary and middle school and find each to fully live the wonderful mission that the school has. Right now, the school is expanding. I speak to parents of graduates and they tell me how prepared their children were for their high schools.
... Read more The school is incredibly diverse in everyway and there is a great vibe that you experience when you enter the campus. I find it hard to believe the negative comments; theirs has not been my experience. My experience has always been positive and the head of school has brought the new to a new level. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
My child went to the Hollywood Schoolhouse from 1st-6th grade. A wonderful place where every child is valued for their uniqueness. Teachers stay forever which is a good sign. Administration is friendly and helpful. Lots of positive changes in the last few years. If you are looking for not just a school,
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Posted by a parent on 09/17/09
I am sure that this web site provokes all the disgrunteled parents to deliver their tale of woe. I can only speak to my five years at the Hollywood Schoolhouse. The Schoolhouse is a profound dynamic and diverse community that truly lives its mission. It is the best kept secret in Los Angeles. My child
... Read more has thrived in this stimulating nurturing community. She has been challenged academically while offerered an array of fine arts and performance experiences. I would give this school my highest recommendation for any parent who is looking for an independent school that is unpretentious, non-exclusive and full of rich creative learning experiences for children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/13/09
My child an I couldn't be happier with the Hollywood Schoolhouse. Its teachers and administration have a connection with every child and family that fosters a love of learning.
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Posted by a parent on 04/13/09
My daughter attended the JK program. We were very enthusiastic about the school based on what we had been told about the philosophy and methods of the staff and principals. We were soon very disappointed with what we experienced. Our experience was disheartening due to the emphasis of the school
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Posted by a parent on 03/31/09
My child attended the pre-school. I was pulled in by the promise that the school fostered a loving, caring community, but the reality was just the opposite. The headmaster is a nice person, but the two people whe really run the school are petty and vindictive. Any parental concerns are met with scorn.
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Los Angeles schools — Hollywood School House is located at 1248 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles CA 90038. 1248 N Highland Ave is in the Hollywood neighborhood and 90038 ZIP code in Los Angeles, CA Hollywood School House is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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