Holland Hall

My child has attended Holland Hall since preschool. However, I feel that if you aren't from Tulsa you simply don't fit in. Everyone is from Tulsa and/or were sorority sisters. Most women have never worked, therefore they spend most of their time gossiping or backstabbing. We are impressed with the academics, but disappointed in the lack of parenting and pretentiousness that surrounds Holland Hall. Therefore, we are seeking a more appropriate environment for our child.
--Submitted by a parent

Our daughter starts Holland Hall two years ago. At first I was not so fond of the school but I quickly noticed changes int the way my daughter works. That school is really the best in town, academics and life skills are well balanced and kids are so happy and fortunate to be there. I am sure she will stay there up to the end.
--Submitted by a parent

Holland Hall is a good school but far from being among the best in the country! They have limited advanced placement classes and no IB program. For the child who is motivated and independent, this is the right place. However, HH fails tremendously when it comes to children with ADD/ADHD or children needing structure. That is not to say that these kids couldn't be successful somewhere else. The system here doesn't allow it and the staff won't make serious changes to address it.
--Submitted by a parent

Holland Hall is undeniably the greatest school in the region -- and among the best in the nation. Striving for excellence in Academics, the Arts, and Athletics, Holland Hall successfully creates an environment that invites students who excel in any of these three categories. The schedule is a huge plus, as it allows much needed time for accomplishing homework, and receiving help from teachers. Teachers and students interact loosely with each other making great relationships. There is a huge workload, and stress is not uncommon, but the college prep received is incredible. It is not the right school for everyone, but for the right students, Holland Hall is an incredible place.
--Submitted by a parent

Our kids have been at HH for the last 11 years starting with preschool and each year I am amazed at what they're learning. They are always challenged and prepared. We could not be happier with their education and overall development.
--Submitted by a parent

Holland Hall gave me a glimpse into a world that I only hope my kids can experience and I have higher standards because of my time there. Students' friendships and relationships traverse socioeconomic classes. The teachers truly do want students to learn. Parents owe it to themselves to look into Holland Hall for their families.
--Submitted by a former student

My son begged us to send him to Holland Hall for High school. We did and it was the most painful year of his school life. Even though we have above average income, he was teased, called names, and excluded because according to the other students, 'he was not a real Holland Hall student'. The indifference and the faculty made it even harder. At parent teacher conferences, one teacher did not even know which language he was taking from her. Sport participation was a nightmare. Although I have been active at other schools as a volunteer, and attended any parents program I was aware of, We were not included ever as a family. High school is too late to enroll your child at Holland Hall.

Ten years ago (on a whim, I confess), my husband and I visited a Holland Hall Campus Open House. The experiences of that day absolutely astounded us, and by the end of the tour, we were shocked to realize that we had found the place our children would spend their childhood. We have never looked back. Since then, our children have completed a total of 24 collective tuition years at Holland Hall. In every event, Holland Hall has exceeded our expectations for academics, athletics, extra curricular activities, social enrichment, spiritual direction, community service... and fun! Certainly, Holland Hall is not perfect. We really like that every concern we have ever had has been addressed openly and directly, and resolved completely. We gladly make the sacrifices that allow our children to receive this world-class education in such an enriching and joyful environment. Holland Hall has taught our kids to 'love learning.'
--Submitted by Mary Kay Edwards, a parent

My parents struggled to put us through Holland Hall on two near minimum wage incomes. Since I did not come from the same privileged background as my classmates, socioeconomic divisions were very apparent to me. These are the same divisions that exist in every high school in America. The difference is that at Holland Hall, I was ALWAYS treated well, encouraged to learn, and respected by my teachers and classmates. I probably do not even need to speak of the quality of the education. The success of the school's alumni speaks for itself. My classmates are now bankers, lawyers, physicians, engineers, and community leaders. If I still lived in Oklahoma, I would send my children to Holland Hall without any hesitation. I am so blessed and grateful to be where I am today, a result of the sacrifices my parents made and the opportunities that arose out of my HH education.
--Submitted by a former student

My daughter is an alumna of Holland Hall School. After graduating, she earned her BA and her MA from Ivy League universities. I attribute her college success to the superb education she received at Holland Hall, a top-notch school in every way. We had to make some sacrifices--the tuition is not inexpensive--but the extraordinary Holland Hall experience was worth every sacrifice.
--Submitted by a parent