University Area

Ok but needs a lot of improvements…. Better assignments for actual grade level, more organized, better solutions from staff for parents questions…,

Excellent experience at this school for my special needs 1st grade daughter and pre-school son. Their lives have been enriched greatly by their attendance and experiences at Lake Otis Elementary School.

We have two children at Anchorage Waldorf School and love it. Rather than rushing children through rote memorization and standardized testing, the Waldorf teachers cultivate deep curiosity, imagination, and a genuine love of learning. The arts-integrated curriculum is woven into every subject. Whether it's watercolor painting, handwork, music, or drawing as a way to process a math concept, the arts are a living thread through the entire school day. Small class sizes mean that teachers genuinely know each student.The physical education program is unlike anything we've seen elsewhere. Students get to ski, practice archery, and experience a range of outdoor activities that build confidence, coordination, and a deep connection to Alaska's natural environment.There's a real sense of partnership between families and teachers. You feel like a collaborator in your child's education, not just an observer. We're so grateful to be part of this community.

We've brought our 2 kids to Starbright for a couple of years now from ages 2 through 5. Do not let the neighborhood mislead you.. this place is excellent. Experienced teachers that build relationships with your kids and as parent I get a ton out of chatting with teachers at pick-up. Not ONCE have we had a weird/bad experience. There are many folks here that have been a very positive/constructive influence for our kids over the years and I wouldn't limit the 5 stars to one particular classroom or teacher. Starbright also strives to stay open even when ASD closes for remote learning days which is super helpful with little ones. We are extremely happy that we decided to enroll our eldest in Missy's kindergarten class here. She is one of those rare teachers folks use in those password hints "what was name of your favorite teacher in your whole life?" Also Starbright is recently under new ownership and after experiencing both the old and the new, I can say they haven't lost a beat. The new owner/director (also) Missy is awesome. Bring your kids to Starbright and upgrade your life.