Gilbert Christian Schools

Great communication and engagement from the teachers.

Here is a polished, heartfelt review that keeps your message and story intact while improving clarity and flow:---We chose HTA because of its experienced teachers—many of whom have been at the school for over ten years. That longevity matters more than people may realize, and for our family, it made all the difference.In kindergarten, my son was struggling with letter sounds. His teacher, Mrs. Arnold, noticed the *smallest* window of opportunity—not even a true risk, just a slight concern. Instead of taking a wait-and-see approach, she immediately partnered with us. We talked through the programs available at the school and what support could help him succeed. She was proactive, thoughtful, and intentional about making sure he had what he needed.Fast forward to first grade, and my son landed in the perfect classroom with Mrs. Blick. She is an incredible match for him. She has creative, effective ways of teaching reading that you would never think of—and those skills come from her own personal experience. She truly understands how children learn differently.This is where the value of long-term teachers really shines. Mrs. Arnold *knew* which first-grade teacher would best meet my son’s needs and intentionally guided that transition. She also connected us with a tutor for additional support—Mrs. C, who happens to be the teacher Mrs. Arnold student-taught with. Even better, Mrs. C works closely with students at HTA.You will not find many schools where three teachers align so seamlessly to create the perfect path for a child. My son had the thinnest line of opportunity—not even a risk—and today he is reading, learning, and keeping pace with his peers. That happened because three dedicated teachers worked together, communicated, and truly cared.HTA is more than a school—it is a team that sees children, supports families, and does whatever it takes to help students succeed. We are incredibly grateful.

We love Gateway! We have been here for 4 years now and have had great experiences with the Teachers as well as all the staff. Ms. Lorraine at the front desk is always so friendly and helpful! Ms. Harris does a great job of putting the kids needs first and being a great leader! While there are so many things we enjoy at Gateway I just have to call out Ms. Julia, she is out there every morning and afternoon making sure the kids and their parents make us safely accross the street! But what she also does is brings a ray of sunshine to what can be a mundane task of being in the parent pickup line. She’s always smiling and waving to everyone that passes by. Mornings can be stressful, rushing to get everyone to school and to work but every time I see her I can’t help but smile. And I see it on the faces of so many others that cross her path! She is doing a great job and is a wonderful ambassador of the Gateway spirit!

We had been looking into private Christian schools in the area for quite some time, as we had been working toward moving to Queen Creek for about a year. Finding the right school for our children was an important part of that process, and we wanted to find an environment where they could grow academically while also developing a strong foundation in their faith.As we learned more about Gilbert Christian, we really connected with the foundation and values behind the school. We loved that the school’s focus extends beyond academics and places such an important emphasis on character, faith, and helping students grow into well-rounded individuals.The academic structure and core values of Gilbert Christian were two of the biggest reasons we felt it was the right school for our family. We wanted our children to have the opportunity to be challenged and supported academically while being surrounded by a community that encourages them to grow in their relationship with Christ.Our first introduction to the school was also such a pleasant experience. Walking through the campus for the first time, we immediately felt welcomed and were impressed by the overall environment. We also really appreciated the sincerity behind our interview meeting with Principal Hay. The conversation felt genuine and gave us an even better sense of the heart behind the school and its commitment to its students and families.Ultimately, we chose to apply because we felt Gilbert Christian offered the combination of strong academics, faith-based education, and shared values that we were looking for as we made this transition to the Queen Creek area. Our experience with the school so far has only reinforced that feeling and made us excited about the opportunity for our children to be part of the Gilbert Christian community.

My son has been attending CREO Montessori since he was 7 months old, and I truly couldn't be happier with our experience. From the very beginning, I felt completely at ease dropping him off each day, knowing he was in such caring and capable hands.The teachers are incredible—you can genuinely tell how much they love what they do and how deeply they care about each child. They take the time to share resources and practical advice so we can support the Montessori approach at home, which has made such a positive difference for our family.I’m so grateful to have a school like CREO Montessori in our community. It has been a wonderful foundation for my son's early years, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to families considering the school at any grade level.