Gilman School

Avoid this school if your son likes arts and is a smart, sensitive, and good boy... unless you want to witness the slow and painful extinguishing of his creativity and individuality. Forget about encouraging your son's love for the arts or nurturing his unique talents. The school seems to have a singular focus on producing a specific type of student, leaving no room for those who don't fit the mold. If your son dares to be different or possesses interests beyond the narrow scope the school deems acceptable, he'll likely feel like an outcast.Also, their so-called commitment to diversity is nothing but a marketing ploy. My bilingual son became a case study in neglect, as the teachers seemed utterly clueless about how to support a child with a unique profile. The school's lack of understanding and support for his needs led to feelings of isolation and inadequacy. I shudder to think about the long-term impact on his self-esteem and mental well-being. Thankfully he's striving in his new school.Lastly, communication with the administration is a lesson in frustration. Trying to get a straight answer about anything feels like pulling teeth. It's as if they're deliberately trying to keep parents in the dark about the school's shortcomings.If you value your son's individuality, creativity, and overall well-being, do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

I like the school and I have lots of friends.

Really only a school for athletes. Most teachers are coaches, and attend mostly to students whom they coach. Very few female teachers here, and that creates problems.

Terrible experience with a lot of bullying going on. Terrible administration that listens but does nothing. Stephanie Dennis the learning specialist is a not there to help the boys.

If your son has any sort of learning difference i.e. disability stay far away from this school. There is no support. Stephanie Dennis, the women who was brought in to run this department, is not there to help your child. She has stated that it is her job to keep kids from getting services recommended by the psychologist. She is combative, not responsive to parents and has failed to get extra time for eligible kids for the SAT They offer very few accommodations. Even if your child is brilliant, you would do better at a different school.