Our son has been attending Merryhill for the past 4 years, since pre-K. He loves coming to school each day and attending summer camp at MH (the fact that they have a pool on campus helps). The quality of the faculty is top notch and the principal is very involved in the day to day operations and it
... Read more shows. Even though it s a sacrifice financially, our son s education is more than worth it. The academics are far above other public schools in the Natomas district including the Charter schools. We interact with a lot of children from our neighborhood who attend public school and the curriculum at MH is at least one grade level higher. Other Natomas schools just aren't as academically rigorous. Even though our son tested as eligible for GATE we choose to keep him at Merryhilll. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/27/09
My child attended Merryhill from K-3rd Grade. I have daily comfort leaving my child at Merryhill knowing she is safe and knowing she loves school. My child hated to miss a day of school while attending Merryhill. The school has outstanding leadership that starts with the Principal and continues via
... Read more the teaches and the students. The students not only excel academically but also excell at real life skills (e.g. learn how to be self reliant, learn how to work as a team, learn leadership skills, learn how to resolve conflict, learn how to accept success and failure with grace, learn how to respect others, learn self respect, learn how to prioritize homework and projects through daily planners, etc.). My child also passed the GATE test and has scored consistently in the 95th percentile on standardized tests. Sincerely, a Proud Parent! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/13/09
My son has attended Merryhill Millcreek K through 5th, and daughter attended Pre-K through 4th. The speciality teachers (art, music, Spanish, PE, computers), small class sizes, energetic principal, and most of all committed and caring teachers in each grade that give special attention to each child's
... Read more needs - make Merryhill Millcreek a great school. The PTOM events were an added bonus at the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/03/09
Our son has been going to this school for last 6 years. We are very pleased with the academics and the after school program. The environment is safe and friendly. Principal has made a great difference. Our son received good attention. He loved all of his teachers and he looked forward to going to schoold
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Posted by a parent on 06/02/09
Our daughter is just finishing her first year at Merryhill and we are not only pleased with the advanced academic program, but the principal - who greets every child by name - gives a genuine impression of caring for each and every student. It is apparent in all her communication and her demeanor. The
... Read more outdoor play area is a very good size, albeit slightly in need of some gardening care, and our daughter loves the pool. Their camp program has to be one of the best, if not the best in Sacramento! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/27/09
Our son began at this school this year in Kindergarten. I have loved his exposure to dedicated art, computure, physical education and music class. I am very appreciative of his 7 hours of education plus the before and after school care which is also structured, fun while informative. He loves his
... Read more teacher, the environment and learning. We have also appreciated the individualized attention given to our son allowing him to really expand in his strengths. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/26/09
My son started this school in the first grade. We were unhappy with his last private school, and needed to find a solid school with strong academics, seasoned faculty and administration, and well run camps - Merryhill had this and more. After our first year, we are very pleased with this school!!
... Read more His teacher practices individualized learning, and worked hard to understand our child and the environment he would learn best in. In addition, the staff is organized and professional, and they know each childs' name. Merryhill, also, has private buses for field trips, and the field trips and class activites are very well organized. Finally, the school is led by and dedicated Principal who truly cares about leading and running a well established community. I highly recommend Merryhill Millcreek! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/26/09
Our daughter has been in Merryhill Millcreek School for the past three years. Although a top student in public schools before she started here, she had to 'catch-up' to the other third graders as the academic standard was significantly higher. She has been on the honor roll every semester and enjoys
... Read more the challenges posed by great teachers. All of the students seem to be very motivated and do very well. The teachers are outstanding and are loved by the students, even though they are tough academically. The principal greets every student and parent by name as they arrive every morning...very impressive. I have never seen a discipline issue from any of the students in the past three years. We are very pleased and the investment has been well worth it. Pleased parents. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/26/09
I have two children who attend this school and also participate in their after hours care program. The teachers and curriculum are fantastic and caring- my children are excelling whereas at our local public school, they struggled. I highly recommend this school.
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Posted by a parent on 05/22/09
My son has gone to Merry hill for two years and just loves it. He is doing great academically and socially. I think the variety and exposure to other countries and culture is great.
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Sacramento schools — Merryhill School is located at 2565 Millcreek Dr, Sacramento CA 95833. 2565 Millcreek Dr is in the Natomas Corporate Center neighborhood and 95833 ZIP code in Sacramento, CA Merryhill School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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