Just read all the other reviews. LILA has an international program which is well thought out academically but occassionally falls flat in practice. The administration seem to be working on ironing out these wrinkles for which it should be commended. On the other hand, it is baffling why there is such
... Read more a large administrative staff and yet certain parts of the program are compromised by a lack of academic staff (a proper art, music or sports curriculum for example). This is not to say those subjects are not taught, they are but the school still has a ways to go to prove that these subjects are being taught to the standard they are in other LA schools. The teachers are dedicated and the classes are small. The families are friendly and it is a very small yet very cosmopolitan environment. The campus is simple but airy. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/18/09
We have two daughters that have been at LILA for their entire education. Both girls are bilingual, excited by their education, motivated and inspired by their teachers, and eager to continue their formative education at LILA. If bilingualism for your children is important to you, and you want your child
... Read more to be exposed to other cultures and curriculuums, then LILA is the place. The administration is responsive and serious about the education and welfare of its students. A great experience! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/24/09
As an active parent with 13 years invested in the school ( pre-K into high school), I can say with absolute certainty that LILA's academic level is very high. A 100% pass rate with honors in French Bac and 94% International Bac pass rate ( 15 full bilingual diplomas and 2 certificate candidates) with
... Read more majority scores of 30 or better and the possibility, depending on their chosen college's policy, to convert these scores into college credit, indicates that the students are anything but 'slow'. This year's graduating class' acceptances into Stanford, Vassar, Tufts, Carnegie-Mellon, USC, Emerson, NU, Occidental, UC Berkeley, RIT, et al backs this up. A highly qualified team of 5 educators from France and the U.S. oversee and implement the school's uniquely bilingual academic program, ensuring that French and English teachers work together on a cohesive teaching plan which encompasses students at every level. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/13/09
The contention that this school is 'not for everyone' due to its high academics is not true. The school teaches to the slowest student, an average kid will be bored to death because there's nothing to learn. A smart student has no place in this alleged school.
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Posted by a parent on 07/10/09
Ask admissions and the head of the school how tuition dollars are spent. And if any money from current students is being saved for a new campus. Ask who is in charge of translating 'French' grades into American equivilants. Ask how many textbooks are issued per student. Do a thorough tour
... Read more of the school before enrolling your child. Do conduct independent research. Call IB International to find out what the real pass rate is. Call the College Board to find out what the real average SAT score is for LILA students. Ask the French consulate and The California Department of Education about ongoing problems at this school. Do a comparison of LILA's curriculum to other dual-language immersion programs. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/27/09
I am a rising high school senior at LILA, having started in Kindergarten. My experience has been GREAT. I have friends who attend other L.A. private schools and who either feel no loyalty at all to their schools, or who absolutely hate them and cannot wait to leave. I can truthfully say that I love going
... Read more to my school and am grateful that my parents chose to enroll me here. While sometimes I feel the stress of a heavy workload and resent when teachers expect so much from us students, overall, I look forward to every school day and definitely feel that the education I receive is worth my parents' investment. Teachers really care and make time for us individually. The majority of my classmates are serious students and thanks to LILA, we look forward to a successful future in college and beyond. Read less
Posted by a student on 06/26/09
I have 2 children who have gone through the entire LILA experience from Kindergarten through high school. It has been my experience that misunderstanding drives parents to panic. The demanding bilingual program is not for every child, and some parents resent this. The academics are definitely there:
... Read more this year, my older son's 12th grade graduating class, the majority of whom went through the entire LILA system, had outstanding results ( many with distinction and/or 'mention' in the French Bac) and was accepted to schools like Stanford, Vassar, Carnegie-Mellon, Boston U. SAT scores for many students were nearly perfect. The highly qualified secondary and elementary academic directors are both French from France, familiar with both the French Bac and International Bac programs. The French Consulate and the French Ministry of Education have close ties with the school which is WASC accredited. The Head of School is bilingual 1st generation French-American. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/26/09
The students don't have enough books or content in any other form. Quality of instruction is poor, administration isn't responsive, and the basic amenities are seriously lacking. The 'academic experience' is sorely lacking and this is definately not a French or European school in curricula or approach.
... Read more It is a poor looking school in Los Feliz run by Americans. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/21/09
The 'academic experience' at LILA is incoherent. The facilities are very poor and the quality of instruction is below par in French and English. The coursework is flimsy. Do thorough research, call all the organizations they are accountable to and ask serious questions before enrolling your child here.
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Posted by a parent on 06/20/09
Our child is in his fifth year at LILA and we continue to be absolutely delighted with his progress in an impressive bilingual program. Many of the parents we have met at school are educators themselves who have chosen this school because of the unique academically challenging coursework. The facilities
... Read more may not be the most fancy but for parents who value academics above appearance, the education is top notch. We are friends with families whose children are in the secondary school, and are constantly impressed by the quality of students the school produces. Read less
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