Silicon Valley Academy

I went to SVA from pre k to eighth grade, and had a wide variety of experiences with different teachers and classes. Overall most teachers were experienced and would help students who needed it. There were also teachers whi would let students use things like fidgets in class if they needed them. I will say that in terms of the workload we had a lot of math homework, more than we have in high school, and if you missed an assignment it would get really hard to catch up. I also do have to admit that I never really learned much in Arabic, and I feel a little could be improved on that front. Though overall the only teacher that everyone actively disliked 'left' after a year. I saw another review on here saying that they disliked the lack of hijab, though I would argue it was a plus. From experience, forcing someone to wear a hijab makes it feel more like a chore than something you want to do, and having the choice at school was really nice. Teachers have changed since I was at the school but there were some classes that were-dare I say it-fun. Overall I would give it 3and a half stars, the education was pretty good though some tears there were bullying problems.

Silicon Valley Academy is such an amazing environment for my kids. I currently have a preschooler, elementary schooler, and a middle schooler, and all three LOVE going to school every day. The school focuses on social-emotional learning, as well as academic learning. My kids are being taught to be critical thinkers, how to learn and study, and ultimately, to love learning. Many teachers have been there for 10 plus years, and are so caring and nurturing. I love that SVA has a clear teaching philosophy - all teachers are trained in it and the students master its methods in Kindergarten. I love their new campus - it has huge windows with bucolic views from each classroom, a full-sized gymnasium, a science lab and makerspace (with 3-D printers), and a large soccer field and playgrounds. The classes are small - student:teacher ratio in each class is 20:1 or less, so each child gets individualized attention. I have also seen teachers and admins identify when a child needs more support, whether that is more advanced work to stay challenged or extra tutoring to not fall behind. I feel very grateful that SVA is so focused on supporting each individual student to reach his/her highest potential. I can't say enough good things about this school!

This school academicly and socialy is great.

Health hazard to my son. There are cockroaches everywhere and rats by the playground. my son's developed asthma and the his doctor said cockroaches shed stuff that triggers it.. the school is infested ..

-Love the school and the method of teaching.- Principal and administration SUPER nice.- Teachers depends on your luck and which class your child is in. I would recommend asking parents who have been there for a while about the teachers and request that specific teacher for your child.- First I'm not sure that all teachers are following the same method of teaching, although I was told all of them have received training.- I was told its a fun learning environment, but its definitely not for my little one , hates coming to school and is terrified of the teacher I might consider switching him to the other class if things don't get better by December, since parents in that class are happy.- I see the class is full of papers, pictures and tons of information but I feel my child is being rushed and forced to learn.- some teachers lack communication skills and definitely need to think before talking. - parents who have been there for years are happy and so are their children they said the teachers are new and came from another school that has another system maybe thats why we are not getting the same experience .- Will wait until the end of the year to decide if i will continue or move to another school.