Many of the reviews listed are outdated. There is a new principle and administration is constantly changing their principle assignments - for the good and potential bad. My two children have been attending Stratford for 3 years at the Los Gatos location. We are the happiest we've been with the school
... Read more after having experience at some of the best public schools (Fremont - Mission San Jose; and Saratoga Schools), in addition to 3 Harker Academy (not recommended). My children are STAR testing 3-5 grades in advance of their current grade level - as a testament to the teaching and well... parent involvement we should all give our kids. Stratford is rapidly expanding in the Bay Area, as it seems they have an aggressive business plan, so I am cautious that they will remain true to their roots and 'customer' expectations. The staff overall is caring, energetic, 100% student focused. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/18/09
If your child is not academically gifted, this may not be the school for him. But if your child likes a challenge, there is a chance for him to succeed because the teachers are so dedicated and supportive. It's amazing how the school has manage to maintain its high academic expectation and still have
... Read more the time for so many social events and community services? Too bad, this is my child's first year with Stratford and he is a 5th grader... Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/15/08
The average age of Stratford teachers is very young. Some people may perceive that as a positive because of energy and enthusiasm. Some may see it as a negative because of inexperience. We have been very impressed by the dedication of most of the teachers and staff. The student body is very diverse
... Read more in every way. Although core academics are foremost, the school employs some very talented personnel for music, PE, computers and Spanish. The new PE teachers are adding some wonderful variations to the program, like yoga. Our third grader is very excited about designing a computer generated animation. Negatives: the campus is not pretty and although there is a large field attached to the property, the children aren't allowed to play there. There is a parent committee to assist the school in planning activities, but there is no PTA in which the parents have access to the school's administration. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/15/08
This is my daughter's first year as a pre-K student. I have been very please with her accomplishments accademicaly and owe it all to her wonderful teachers at room 4. I don't personaly like the principle, but did not have issues with her.
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Posted by a parent on 01/14/08
We have been at the school for 2 years and I must say it has exceeded our expectations in all ways. The teachers, office staff and classrooms are set up to allow the childern to learn in a fun and organized manner. My child has been challenged but not stressed out. It has the perfect mix of creative
... Read more learning and structured basics. The only downside I have seen over the last 2 years is the parents- some are very demanding. Some parents expect more than what is possible from the school and the teachers. This school has been the perfect match for our child. It has been amazing to watch the transformation over the last two years and we have stratford to thank. I can't wait to see how the next 5 years go. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/20/07
I have two children who attented Statford four years. While the curriculum is very good and the teachers young and energic. The principals need more expierence and the turn over in Administration has not shown thier best side. One of my children did ok with the school. The other struggled every night.
... Read more After challenges with administration and directors in reguards to communication I finally caved in to the idea Stratford was not for us. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/19/07
We are very happy with the school. Well balanced curriculum is improving each year based on parental feedback. The teachers are great! Kids love the school. It is academic, but not overwhelming for kids (we've been there from Pre-K to 2nd grade so far). I recommend this school to my friends all the
... Read more time. I agree with the other reviews- principal leadership is lacking there, but that's the only negative I can come up with. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/16/07
I have 2 children at Stratford and am thrilled with the education they are getting. I like the strong academic focus. There is a lot of review during the first half of the year, so the academics are not overwhelming. From First Grade, Computers and Spanish are included in the curriculum. There are
... Read more many opportunities for after school club activity, including art, science, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and other foreign languages. Most of the teachers are very good, and all of mine have been receptive and responsive when I have raised issues, or provided feedback. A dedicated P.E. teacher has class twice a week with each elementary grade, and there is plenty of play and social time during the day, especially for Pre-school and Pre-K. My children are ahead of their peers academically, they are excited about going to school and are confident when interacting with others in all settings. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/21/07
I did not have a good experience at this school. The principal was not helpful, and was more condescending than nice. The teachers are under extreme pressure most of the time. The teachers were helpful and wonderful, yet they are not supported by the principal and upper management team. We attended
... Read more for 1 year and would not recommend to anyone. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/25/07
My son attended this school for five years, from kindergarten - fourth grade. They are not very organized and have a lot of turn over with teachers and administration. Therefore, it all really depends on the teacher. If you have a good teacher, then it is ok, but if not, you are stuck with an administration
... Read more that does not know what they are doing and does not respond well to concerns or complaints. There is no real theatre, P.E., language or art program. It is strictly academic. We were fortunate to have two very good teachers, but were less fortunate with two others and after this past year are not returning. If asked, I would not recommend! Read less
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