Yu Ming Charter School 2501 Chestnut Street, Oakland, CA 94607

"My 6-yr old grandson in on the school waiting list. Recently we got an email notice from them requesting an online interview. My working daughter thus made arrangements so he could be home for a midday zoom meeting. We waited 3 hours, but no one showed up. We were later told the teacher doing interview wasn’t told. So, we made another online appointment. Again, tons of arrangements had to be made so he could be home for the interview. To our surprise, no one showed up again. So far, my daughter hasn’t got any explanation or apology on what happened. I heard this is a great school. But our experience certainly didn’t reflect that! Hope this is not an indication of the school leaders’ competency!"

"I am here on vacation and have seen these class’s walk to the rec center, and back. Sooooo adorable! Seeing the kids made my wife and I want to make a donation to their school. There was a couple of children being naughty, the teacher noticed it, and explained to the children why we do not disrespect other peoples property. Was sooooo awesome to see teachers in action. ( my mother in-law is a retired science teacher)"

"Terrible school for kids with learning differences or families who don't have resources. I wish I'd never sent my child here, it was horrible for them."

"one of my most favorite school in Oakland!!! my daughter started from kindergarten and she is now in first grade we are from Eritrea East Africa no background of mandarin but she is doing really great and her bother joined her !they both happy!!!. friendly staff and one of the highest performing school. love it so my kids!!!"

"My son went here w/o understanding Mandarin in kindergarten. However, when he got into first grade his Mandarin was fluently."