The Imani School

is an alright school. Not like it used to be but its alright. No one is perfect.

I agree with the last comments. Not only are some teachers and students attitude and statements condescending and disrespectful to other students but they also demonstrate this same character to certain other teachers, who they have decided do not fit into their cycle. For example, open sarcastic statements are made to the students concerning the Jazz Ensemble Director; a response made in class by the teacher to a negative note written by one of her students concerning her was your Mama . Such statements are totally not acceptable for an educator to make to his/her class. The statement is not Godly, not professional, and is definitely not appropriate. Some (not all) teachers and administrators do not respond to parents email inquire. The teachers and administrators do not seem to have a passion and love for children but rather for themselves.
--Submitted by a parent

We have had a wonderful experience. My children never say they don't want to go to school. In fact, they don't want to leave! They have to stop and hug every teacher. The staff is always ready to help if there is any knd of problem. I have never had difficulty getting in touch with anybody from the principal on down whenever I need them. It has been a blessing to our family.
--Submitted by a parent

The Imani school has proven to be heaven sent for me and my children. I am a single mother of two a very sweet sensitive young lady and a very head strong young man. The Imani School has helped to increase their self esteem while helping them excell academically in the classroom. Tuition is very reasonable compared to other private schools in the area, however it does not cover everything, i.e fieldtrips, lunch or extended day. The teachers have the kids best interest at heart and administartion even makes a point to try to know all children and parents by name thus creating a very family friendly enviroment.
--Submitted by a parent

This is an excellent school to send your young children who are gifted and/or working grade levels ahead. I have sought out alternatives for my child, and they do not exist. Most private schools do not differentiate the classrooms to the extent Imani does nor do they routinely teach two grade levels ahead. Public schools most certainly do not do this. A child entering Kindergarten, for example, who is comfortable with reading comp and basic subtraction would still, in public schools, be subjected to the basic beginning Kindergarten curriculum (phonemic awareness; counting/patterns). Even GT programs provide insufficient enrichment. In other words, your child would make zero academic progress unless you elected to allow your child to test for credit, in which case he or she would be placed with significantly older children. This school is imperfect, but it is by far the best option I know of for parents who worked with their children at home during early childhood and wish to see them actually build upon that progress during their early school years. I cannot attest to the quality of the upper school, but its graduates routinely go on to competitive local high schools.
--Submitted by a parent

My fourth grader has been at the Imani School since he was in PreK 3. He has excelled in all areas. We are very pleased with his Stanford 10 test scores where he has tested above grade level in all areas and even PHS (post High School) in some areas. I attribute this success to the aggressive curriculum and high standards set for the children. He also excels in extra-curricular activities such as chess and speech. Beyond the academics, my son's self esteem is very high. He truly believes the sky is the limit. This too, I believe is attributable to the teachings at school. Imani is like a family to us and within all families there will be ups and downs. For us, the ups have far outweighed the downs.
--Submitted by a parent

Let s just say this; the school has gone down If the school was closed in about 2 or 3 years I would not be surprised. The school has been operating in the red for the pass year.

I am a parent of two and I have been very satisfied with the Imani School. I have had very pleasant experiences at the school, while Imani is by no means perfect is was a perfect fit for my children. I had one child to attend starting in Pre-K 3 and the other in 2nd grade. One is still thriving in the new revamped middle school which is AWESOME!! and the other is now a well adjusted, overly prepared high school junior taking ALL AP classes. Kudos to the Imani School for a job well done!
--Submitted by a parent

Horrible school and they play favortism.Teachers up to middle school are unprofessional , gossipy and messy. They say anything around the kids. This school can change your child's character and self-esteem. Activities are given to the favored kids. School absolutely ghetto especially teacher McNeil.

I can tell you The Imani School is goodup to a VERY certain point. Pre-K3-4 lays a good foundation, and have great teachers. 1st-3rd grade can be good, IF you get into a class that has a good teacher, and most won't due to favoritism in the office. If you love your child, after 4th grade, you will head to another school. I went through with 5th and that was the worst mistake our family has ever made. Some say the academics are OH SO GREAT, when really its horrid. The school wouldn't switch classes if the teacher wasn't there, instead of getting a substitute. Teachers had favorites, and held kids after class, when they were supposed to be in ancillaries meaning they miss class. Many teachers left the children alone in the classroom & said report anyone who talks. That's havoc. Untill 6th grade there is no place for your child to leave their items such as their books, so they will be forced to haul LUGGAGE around to hold it all. We thought our child had asthma & after we left the school, they stopped coughing. The aftercare program is horrible. They hire people around the age of 20 to look after 25+ kids @ one time. The school itself is overpriced & they pressure you to stay. Don't.