Laurel Academy

Olympic Hills has always been such an amazing school. It was my first elementary school I ever attended back in 2008 to the beginning of the 2013 school year. They had amazing teachers and phenomenal after school programs like Team Read, The academy, Taiko Drums and the Boys and girls club. We also had fun weekly assemblies which the whole school participated actively in. Overall such a good school and I recommend anyone wanting to attend this school to attend it. One of the best schools ever to exist

This school is a treasure, a model of equity, community, and excellence in action. This school is a place where the kids really SHINE!As a magnet Special Education school, 40% of the school population receives SpEd services. The administration and community have built something truly inclusive and incredible, bridging the gaps between abilities and ages with the Buddy Program - where each student is assigned a “Nest” classroom with kids of varying grades and abilities, and “Buddies” who are either older or younger depending on grade. My kids’ favorite days each month are Buddy Days!My children have thrived in this neuroaffirming environment with a community that prides itself on its diversity and inclusivity.Sacajawea is truly a treasure.

We spent ten years at Waldorf, and now our daughter is in high school, thriving both academically and personally. She’s excelling in her classes, loves to read and write, and continues to ask for more challenges. For anyone wondering about academics, she was more than prepared for the transition.What made the difference was the Waldorf approach: a loving community, dedicated teachers, and an education that values critical thinking, creativity, and empathy. Our daughter has grown into a resilient, capable, and confident young person who loves learning and knows how to care for both herself and others.In today’s world of AI and constant change, we need creative, critical thinkers who can adapt quickly and lead with empathy. That’s exactly what Waldorf nurtures. The transformation by 8th grade was remarkable, and the foundation continues to serve her every day. Choosing this school was the best decision we made for our family.

NSFS is a special place. It has a warm, supportive environment that properly centers on each individual student. The teachers are wonderful, caring, and approachable. They set the tone for the supportive atmosphere that allows children to thrive in English and French. NSFS is an excellent choice for any parent looking for a smaller school experience for their child coupled with the opportunity for their child to become bilingual. The French curriculum is more advanced in many ways than the American curriculum, as it starts with full-day school at age 3, thus giving children a long on-ramp to becoming academically focused. The French curriculum also incorporates music and art as fundamental parts of a child's education, not "extras."

I am deeply disappointed with Cedar Park Elementary. My experience has been very negative, especially regarding how students treat one another.This school has a serious problem with student behavior and peer interactions. The lack of resources is evident and is reflected in the school’s inability to properly handle conflicts and mistreatment among students. There are no clear or effective protocols in place, and most concerning of all, these issues are often ignored instead of being addressed with urgency.It is unacceptable for a school to fail to provide a safe and respectful environment for children. That responsibility is not being fulfilled here.I expect the school to take responsibility and implement immediate and concrete actions to correct this situation.