St. Bernardine of Siena School 6061 Valley Circle Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 91367

"There are certain fundraising events in which your child can earn free dress, breakfast with the principal, or be teacher for a day ! They even have a 500 Club for the kids who fundraise $500 or more. Then theres the festival ! Dont forget to buy your beer or margarita tickets. You might earn a chance to get drunk with the staff or principal. Very professional. Overall, we threw alot of time and money into this school. It took us a while to see that they simply don't hold the values, morals, and academic standards that we were promised and hoped for. I witnessed bullying, children with special needs who were talked about by their teachers and aides. There are no special ed resources. Parents bully other parents. The principal hires and fires more teachers than I've seen at any school! In fact they lost a music teacher during break last year and a 5th grade teacher this year. Not to mention, most of the new incoming teachers dont hold a multi subject credential or experience. This school is a disaster. Take your money elsewhere. All the good families are either on their way out by choice or simply because their children are graduating. The school and community is not what it once was."

"This is not just an amazing school and parish, it is a welcoming and open-minded community. St. B's is a special place that produces self-confident and well-rounded students. Academics, class size, and solid teachers are why anyone should consider sending their child here."

"Beautiful surrounding... the church itself is not so big. However, it brings up a joyful feeling and a good atmosphere once you walk in there."