I disagree with the recent reviews except with the PTA which is very two faced and gossipy. They spend too much time brown nosing the teachers to keep them happy than spending the raised money on the students well being. The teachers here are wonderful warm and friendly. They do care about your child’s well-being. The test is not the schools fault but the districts for having an inefficient method. The principal here is new and one of the best we’ve ever experienced! The volunteer opportunities are impressive and make families feel welcomed. The office staff are friendly.

Awesome school!! So many opportunities for students as far as extracurricular activities. Several great teachers. Beautiful school.

There are some good teachers but worst principal ever.

The teachers are committed to teaching, they have the dual immersion program that has helped my son a lot, striving every day to be a better school

There is a lot of favoritism and discrimination from some teachers and assistant principals towards other students.

Teachers are super dedicated. The principal needs to be reevaluated by the district. Something is going on with her conduct and policies and affecting teacher's ability to focus on teaching. Also lack of clear communication for recent controversial immersion policy changes.

I am a big believer in providing my children with a strong foundation . I believe that Maestra Michelle, Ms. Cynthia and Ms. Jordan along with the help of Ms. Amber have provided just that and more. My children arrived at Arborland during COVID and though this school was going to be a temporary stepping stone , it has become their foundation for growth and development . They will be shortly completing second grade. The staff here is quite outstanding . Ms. Chen , the principal is very personable . Ms. Martinez, the backbone of the school is just a delight of knowledge , support and my guiding star. Ms. Cynthia is nurturing , encouraging, supportive, and definitely very committed. Children are excelling not only in math and reading but they are doing well in Spanish and Mandarin. My kids have learned to be comfortable in front of large crowds as they have recitals and culture week performances, that are quite entertaining. We feel like family at Arborland. I admire the love my children have for their teachers and how they always want to share their accomplishments with them . This is a close niche community . The education in my opinion is top notch as the standardized testing is a tangible way to show the success, progress and learning that is taking place at the school. My children have been year after year improving and excelling . The after school activities are in abundance . I want to thank each and every staff member at Arborland for making my children feel safe as I have entrusted my children’s future in your hands

My kids attending this school, great teachers, fantastic staff, beautiful buildings

What would you call if your childs grades got lowered shortly after writing a bad review? I get grades sent weekly. I guess thats the world we live in. Where is the leadership ? Unethical behavior

We really like the school. Teachers, atmosphere, education process.

Don’t be fooled by the positive reviews. They are all over 4 years old, before the current owners purchased and took it over. Two weeks ago (4/12/24), on a Friday afternoon, my 1 1/2 year old daughter was abruptly removed from Montessori Central School where she had been attending since October of last year (2023). A little background. That same Friday morning, I had informed the school that my 3 1/2 year old son, who was also attending Montessori Central, and whose tuition was paid up for the next two weeks, would no longer be attending the school effective the end of that school day. I had found an alternative Montessori program that I felt would be a better fit for my son’s needs. However, I did inform the staff that my daughter would remain in attendance at the school. I cannot adequately express to you how shocked I was when, while picking my children up at the end of that school day, I was met by a staff member who handed me all my daughter’s possessions. I was told further that the reason for her disenrollment was explained in an email from the director that I was encouraged to read. To quote the director, “Your dissatisfaction is a sad situation [referring to me removing my son], and as the result, we are notifying you that today is also [my daughters name] last day of Montessori Central School. Their belongings will be available for pickup today’. This action levied against my daughter was clearly vindictive payback for disenrolling my son and speaks volumes about the character of the owner/director. To remove her so close to the end of the school year, without warning, put me in a terrible bind, directly affecting my job and forcing me to spend hours trying to find a program that would accept my daughter on short notice. To date, I have still not found a program that has room for her. I would highly recommend that you DO NOT send your children to this school. The couple that runs this school simply lack the compassion and competency to operate and run a Montessori educational program. Further, there is frequent unexplained staff turnover, and a general lack of transparency. My son was very unhappy in the program and I only wish I would have removed him sooner.

Like any middle school, Libby has its ups and downs, but overall, it is a pretty cool school, and has some pretty good classes for more academic learners or 'advanced' students. The teachers are cool (though some are a bit crazy), the curriculum is well thought out, and they reinforce character, even introducing a class on Fridays called "Character Strong" to try and help students' well-being. Even if it isn't perfect, the staff is certainly trying their best and making an impact. Could things be improved? Certainly. Are they being improved? As much as they can.

While the learning materials are great, it is not uncommon for students to slur and say racist, homophobic, and downright derogatory things simply for the fun at it. I was recently told racist things against Asian people. I am Asian. However, compared to experiences at other schools, Leona Libby is a much tamer place to send your kid. Learning is great, environment? Not so much.

I’m a student here in New Harvest Christian academy and I LOVE it . I’ve been there since I was 2 and not once have I had a problem. We learn stuff that most people are age haven’t learned yet which really helps us in the future. We do all kinds of activities such as art , library, music,Bible, and chapel. All the kids there are very creative .oh , and the lunches aren’t like the public schools lunch’s there so good . I honestly love all the teachers there . I really encourage you to send your child there next Year . Sometimes we’ll do things like plays such as our annual mission’s festival or our spring concert, and even a talent show at the end of the year . I really hope you send your child(ern) next year! Have a good day!

As per comments from friends, school is very good.