School Around Us

Our family has had an amazing, wonderful journey with SAU. The school and community have worked out great for our two kids, one who graduated last year the other about to start 6th grade in 2020. We love the long time spent running around outside and education which covers not only the ABC's, but respect for others and caring for the environment. Thank you SAU!

With 6.5 years at SAU (so far), it's been amazing to be part of a school that values its teachers, students and parents - as well as our greater community and our planet. Young people here help determine how their time is spent, so they maintain their love and interest for learning. Play and free exploration goes a long way to keep the young people in touch with their wisdom.

I am so happy we found School Around Us for our daughter. She is a curious, energetic kid who benefits from the freedom of playtime, the music/all-school play, and the incredibly caring teachers.

SAU has been a wonderful experience for our family so far. This is our first year and we are just loving the way our daughter feels at home in this school. She is growing so much and discovering more about herself because of the holistic approach of the school.

After almost 4 full years at SAU I couldn't be happier with my child's education. His teachers have been outstanding. He has been educated as a whole person, holistically, and having a fabulous time. He's 13, happy, and loves school and I like that.

We are new to SAU and I can honestly say my son has never been happier at school. Although it's not academically "rigorous" the pressures of public school were too much for him. The curriculum is somewhat traditional (math, reading, writing) but the kids are also given choices in areas like science and history so that they will be interested in what they are learning. There's a lot of play time outside which is great for my son who is very active. There's some access to extra-curriculum activities (eg, guitar lessons, soccer) but not as much as at a larger school. Parents work hard for the school, which can be a challenge but keeps tuition costs down. For us it is well worth it.

I love that creative expression and developing social and emotional skills are valued just as much as language arts, math and science. I am so grateful for the astonishing teachers!

Both of my children went through this school from grades K-8 and it was a fabulous experience for both! My children are well rounded, responsible, intelligent kids who have a strong voice and desire to learn. They are currently both in High School and are doing great in another local private school, but I am certain they will do well anywhere! The teachers are fabulous at SAU and know the children as people and treat them respectfully and lovingly. Music and art are strong focuses and academics are learned in hands on meaningful ways.

School Around Us is a wonderful school. My son graduated last year and is doing excellent in high school. I know that SAU contributed to his quest for knowledge, critical thinking skills and solid sense of self. He knows his passions as a learner. Thank you SAU.