Mosaica Prepatory Academy of Chandler

It makes me sad that Mosaica Prepatory Academy of Chandler declined my child due to a disability. I read the negative reviews about the school, but I was open minded. I wanted to give them a chance. I can tell you that this school is very unorganized which lines up with a lot of other reviews I read. I hope this helps other parents. Especially ones with children that have challenges or special needs (even a very simple need) be aware that the school refused my child of getting an education with them.
—Submitted by a parent

What a difference since the beginning of the school year with the construction almost finished. the school year began with a new, positive behavior program that is outstanding. All of the kinks from last year's move have been smoothed out. the curriculum is challenging. I am so pleased that I remained with this school.
—Submitted by a parent

I will agree that this school challenged my daughter intellectually. I LOVED the curriculum. However, they do lack organization and cleanliness. That includes pickup time. There were times when the children were allowed to go traipsing around the school to sales or other classrooms without my notice or adult supervision (during and after school). The bathrooms were always horrific. There were a couple incidents of bullying, which I know is eminent anywhere (but that lacked control and interjection by staff). This to me became serious enough to pull her from the school. The staff is friendly for the most part.
—Submitted by a parent

This school has a lot of issues. They have the possiblility to be a great school, but it just doesn't come together. The teachers seem to spend more time baby sitting than anything else. I removed my daughter from this school and moved her to Rover. I am so happy with her new cirrciculm. AFP teachers teach, but don't have a format to get the kids to the level where they should be. Homework is a joke and only a few teachers grade homework. My daugher received a piece of paper with 10 items she had to choose to do, and then turn it in on Friday. What happen to the day when our children were corrected. One suggestion the school needs to take very serious is school pick up. It is horrific, with the high probability of a kid being taken. There is no organization. My kid was allowed to be picked up by a young lady who cannot pass for a parent. My daughter was taken off campus and the school had no clue. My daughter also had an accident at school and complained. I came to pick her up, and they didn't even know where she was. This school is a law suit wating to happen. I even called up there once and a student answered the phone. CRAZY RIGHT.
—Submitted by a parent

My son, Caleb, loves this school and so do I. I have to admit I was hesitant when I was checking it out last year after a move, but was quickly reassured by my two sisters who are teachers that the curriculum was excellent and they would both send their children to this school, and would love to teach here. Need a better rating? My son went from being "bored" at school and getting in trouble for talking or goofing off, to "I love my school, Mom!" Good enough for me! DeLana Brown
—Submitted by a parent

AFP is a wonderful school and is significantly better than a few years ago. As a teacher at AFP, I was disappointed to read the recent negative reviews. They are unfair & inaccurate. I can't speak for every teacher, but I can say that my classroom & most others are well-managed & provide a nurturing learning environment, without needing to yell and scream . For a review to state that the "teachers are horrible" is inaccurate & uninformed to say the least. We can't make every family happy all of the time, but we work hard every day to try and do so. We are excellent teachers & an excellent school, with talented students. It s unfortunate that some families had negative experiences with one or two teachers. This can happen at any school, anywhere. However, it s unfair to criticize an entire faculty of teachers based on a poor experience with one teacher. AFP may not be for everyone, and it s up to you to decide if it will be a good fit. I encourage you to put in your due diligence when researching schools. I am sure you will be pleased with what you see & hear at AFP. I am proud to be a teacher at AFP!
—Submitted by a teacher

Parents do not send your child to this school, they are not organized and there is a lack of communication. The Principal does not communicate well with the teachers or parents. And the teachers are horrible there, it was my Childs first year in at AFP and I regret that I allowed my child to go to that school. The teachers yell and scream at the children and they have no control over their class rooms. It is amazing how this school is even open. PARENTS DO NOT ENROLL YOUR CHILD AT THIS SCHOOL..YOU WILL BE MAKING THE BIGGIST MISTAKE IN YOUR CHILDS EDUCATION.........I am trying to do my best to have this school investigated
—Submitted by a parent

My child has attended AFP for numerous years and I think last year was our last. The teachers have been good. My child has enjoyed her years at AFP. As far as school communication I am a very involved parent at the school and still repeatly found myself surprised by lack of info. I should not have to be at the school daily to be an informed parent. The school supply list for 2011-2012 hasn t been posted yet; the meet the teacher time hasn t been communicated; the school calendar is posted on the website in the worst possible format, no PDF yet. The after school program is available only when it is convenient for the school and when I do send my child to afterschool care, I find her roaming the halls when I pick her up. School needs to hire a janitor. I realize that costs money, but as a parent that is at the school numerous times per week, it is unacceptable to me to find the bathrooms repeatedly smelling like pee, no soap, various toilet seats missing, and floors throughout the school simply disgusting.
—Submitted by a parent

I learn a lot at AFP and I love the middle school teachers.I hope they all come back. I even moved up a grade because the principal and my teachers listened to me and helped me so much and I learned all sorts of things in science and math. Also the books I've read I ve done in literacy have been amazing. We also did a lot of stuff in Paragon. I am really glad to be going to this school and I can't wait to go back next year!

I don't usually "rate" things - schools, stores, etc., - but after another parent showed me the below review, I feel the need to at least give another side of things & it's the side that I think the majority of us parents feel. My children have been at AFP for almost 4 years & while of course there have been hiccups and teacher turnovers (The U.S. actually has one of the highest teacher turnover rates in the world & it has less to do with CAO/admin than it does educational budget cuts), I could not be more pleased with the education & care my children have received here. While I can understand a parent being frustrated with a lack of communication, I have a hard time believing it to be true &I don't say this to make someone else look badly, but because of my &my friends &their experiences here. Maybe it's because I volunteer so much at the school that I see how much they do for every child every day that I understand how thin they stretch themselves, our CAO especially, but I know know I've received phone calls after hours from him, something I consider above and beyond. But then, I've always been an active parent, and I think communication is a 2 way street.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is lucky to get 1 star! Unfortunately, the reality is quite different. Lack of leadership by the CAO and school policies not being enforced in the five years my child attended. Additionally, with the school staff, I have seem a high turnover each year. Unfortunately, since the principal resigned two years ago, this school has went down hill with their new principal . Several times, when my child has had problems with another student(s), the school never brought it to my attention.. Not acceptable! NOT recommended. I am sooooo glad school year is OVER! Submitted by a parent
—Submitted by a parent

As a grandparent, I have watched my grandchildren blossom due to the education they are receiving. Ahwatukee offers programs that enrich a child's learning. They involve the family, faculty, and staff in providing a true learning environment. This school teaches them not how to take a test but how to learn and apply what they have learned to have a better understanding of life. I have watched their patience with my grandson as he has matured. Their structure and method of teaching has allowed both of my grandchild to exceed beyond belief. If I had but one wish, it would be that Governor Perdue of North Carolina could convince this organization to open a school here so our students could receive the wonderful opportunities that my grandchildren have been bless with.

Mr. Brown, Ms. Wachtel & the rest of the staff at Ahwatukee Foothills Prep made my son's transition to kindergarten & our family's journey into the school easy, smooth & amazing. My son is excelling, thriving & popular among his class. He was very emotional & shy at the beginning of the year. I look forward to sending my son to kinder at afp in 2012, & our youngest daughter to kinder in 2013. Ahwatukee Foothills Prep is an amazing & life changing school.
—Submitted by a parent

My son began his Kindergarten year as an extremely shy child who I was afraid would not be able to thrive in the Kindergarten environment. His teacher Ms. Wachtel, worked with him and all the members of his class to promote the highest level of development, learning and creativity. I am so grateful we are a part of this wonderful school and am excited to be sending my other son to AFP as a Kindergartner, next year. With Mr. Brown at the helm, this school is going places and my family is so happy to be a part of it!
—Submitted by a parent

I think Mrs. Schubert is a fantastic teacher. Our daughter is excelling in her class. We are especially pleased with the level of expectation she sets for her class. What you are doing is working..Thank you!!!
—Submitted by a parent

The great thing about this school is the paragon program. The kids learn about cultures public schools don't even mention. My son has been teaching me new facts since 1st grade!
—Submitted by a parent

The teachers and administration are nore than outstanding . I am so glad that now the school is offering High School as well I want my child to be with AFP until College. Hats off to Mr. Brown as he has turned around the school in the few years as being principal .
—Submitted by a parent

Excellent elementary program- all my kids go here and teachers are very involved. Very diverse child population- Middle and high school program still in early stages; still needs work- But I would still recommend any new family to give this great school a try!
—Submitted by a parent

Just returned from a PTO meeting tonight & was truly happy to see a lot of parents in attendance. Healthy discussions and new ideas amongst the parents left me feeling happy to be apart of AFP.
—Submitted by a parent

AFP is a great school where we found the best education for our children. The school has the nicest environment for learning, from the teaching system to the professionalism of the teachers. They promote excellence at any level and we have seen the results!
—Submitted by a parent