11864 Darling Rd, Saugus, CA 91390

This School is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Don't Believe the Negative Reviews!I am THRILLED to share my experience with this incredible school! I have to speak up because some people have written horrible reviews, and I—along with MANY other parents—could not disagree more!I have children at all three schools in the district, and let me tell you: Meadowlark has been the BEST it has EVER been! My oldest son is now in 10th grade, my daughter is in 7th, and my youngest is in 4th, so I've seen this school through many years, and the transformation has been remarkable!Our principal has completely CHANGED THE CULTURE of our school in the most wonderful way possible! She has created an environment that celebrates inclusivity and cultural diversity like never before. She welcomes each and every parent with open arms—her open-door policy is genuine, and she will work with you to solve ANY problem. I cannot emphasize enough how approachable and caring she is!The students are HAPPY and more engaged in learning than my older children ever experienced! The difference is night and day! She communicates exceptionally well and makes sure everyone knows what is expected—there's no confusion, just clear leadership and high standards.I'll be honest: this is a small town, and sometimes that comes with resistance to change and people who aren't ready to accept those who don't look like them. Some parents want to run the school themselves rather than allowing the principal to do her job and ensure our children are actually LEARNING. But this principal stands firm in her commitment to educational excellence!If you're looking for a well-organized school with leadership that holds both teachers AND students accountable, with HIGH EXPECTATIONS for teaching and learning—THIS IS IT! Under her leadership, this school has become a place where children truly thrive!Your child will LOVE this school and have FUN while they're learning! She genuinely loves our kids, and they absolutely LOVE her back! The positive energy is contagious!Don't let a few negative voices discourage you—come see for yourself! This school is something special! Also, a few of the reviews read as if they are from a disgruntled person who is trying to make our school look bad. My family and I, and so many others, love our school and the people there.

We have two kids at this school, and it has truly been such a wonderful experience for our family. We were new to the district, and from day one, the teachers, staff, students, and other families welcomed us with open arms. Starting somewhere new can be intimidating, but they made us feel like we belonged right away.One of the things we appreciate most is all the opportunities the school offers. There are so many activities and sports for kids to get involved in, including Bells, Ballroom Dancing, Piano, Flag Football, Volleyball, Soccer, and so much more. The teachers and staff do a great job encouraging students to try new things, build confidence, and discover what they enjoy.The academics are challenging in all the right ways, and the teachers truly care about their students. It’s clear they want every child to succeed, both in and out of the classroom.We feel incredibly thankful to be part of this school community and couldn’t recommend this school more. It has been such a blessing for our family.