Our Community Charter School in Los Angeles

Category	Rating	Details
Test Scores	8/10	The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education.
Student Growth	3/10	The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education.

Posted: April 2, 2025

I want to love this school but it has major class problem. My kids are doing well academically but if you're not upper middle - upper class the other parents will make sure to remind you of it, and the staff treat you accordingly. The parents are clique-y and the staff give obvious preference to the wealthy families.
I would only recommend this school if the class backlash doesn't bother you or if you keep to yourself.

Posted: August 10, 2024

This is truly a special school and I feel very lucky to have my kids there and be a part of this community. The teachers are the best. They are so invested in the childrens success and wellbeing. My children love learning and are interested in what they are learning in school. My older one was well prepared for high school and is now reviving in a very rigorous program. Having small class sizes and and overall small school creates a very safe environment. No issues are missed and they are addressed. No school is perfect, but this school has been a great choice for our family.

Posted: November 9, 2023

The school does not give enough support or attention to special needs students. They have a large special needs population and they are not processing like they should be. This is not an inclusive school, they do not involve special needs students in classroom activities because they are in classes that do not support their needs.

Posted: May 11, 2023

OCS is over-rated. It does feel safe and secluded, Ill give them get 5 stars for that. The kids do make good friends and social development is important; but OCS focuses more on a sociological agenda than it does academics. OCS does not try to nurture students who have an aptitude or a desire for learning. Excellence is thwarted. Students don't get homework at this school. As my child got older, I realized the no-homework policy is so teachers don't have to grade school work at the expense of my childs education. There is no testing for gifted students here. If your child might be gifted do not come here it will become impossible to move into a gifted school from here. OCS does all they can to treat all students equally; there is to be no bright shining stars at OCS, everyone has to be equal. This school is great for special ed students, the school does all they can to elevate special ed students.

Posted: November 9, 2022

Amazing school with amazing teachers that go above and beyond.They really care about their students and are not just there for a paycheck. We are very happy seeing how much our child is learning and loving going to school everyday.

Posted: March 25, 2022

Former employee-I have a disability and asked Vice Principal, Beth, for accommodations that would fallen under the umbrella of the ADA and was denied. She explained that I was clearly using my disability as a crutch (mind you I had never asked for anything and the accommodation I asked for would not have cost a cent) but she felt that I was using my disability as a way to excuse my incompetence. Disabilities are not one size fits all and Our Community needs to do a better job at accommodating employees with disabilities or perhaps read up on the ADA before denying a disabled employee their rights.

Posted: March 25, 2022

Posted: November 4, 2021

This school advertised itself as a school that understands disability and diversity; however, our experience proved otherwise. The teachers did not show any understanding of disability and blamed my child for her difficulties. The BID (the aids supervisor) did not have appropriate training to supervise the BII. The BID (supervisor) engaged in a multiple relationship with my child, being her counselor and her BID at the same time, which is unethical. The children were bullying my child and the teachers and administration blamed my child for it. The assistant principal was not responsive to our needs. We had to pull our child out of the school in the middle of the semester because she was suffering there and was not learning anything.

Posted: November 4, 2021

Posted: May 11, 2021

Five years in, we continue to feel so grateful for this school even with some ups and downs over the years. As parents, we appreciate the community so much-- including the staff as well as the other families that we've met there. But much more important, both of our kids love going to school every day, which was not true *at all* when our son started kindergarten at our neighborhood school. We switched as soon as we had the chance, and witnessed first hand the difference that the OCS commitment to social and emotional wellness makes. And we are so grateful for the hard work, the dedication, and the difficult decision-making the administration put into reopening after closing due to COVID. Our kids are thrilled to be back at OCS, and so are we!

Posted: May 11, 2021

Posted: June 12, 2019

If you go to the school's website and read the biographies of the board, you will see that it's not a professional board - no experts in education or fundraising and very little nonprofit experience. Their inexperience leads to poor decision making, like hiring a principal who lacks basic qualifications for being a school principal and then promoting her to executive director, another position for which she lacks basic qualifications. When the school found itself in a budget crisis, it choose to keep both a principal and an executive director for a school with only 400 students and instead cut art completely, cut music in half, and cut funding for field trips. Leadership is not making students their top priority.

Posted: June 12, 2019

They seem to work well with kids with learning disabilities but there is nothing for gifted students.

Posted: June 12, 2019

The administration denies the existence of bullying, as far as I can tell. Kids who complain of bullying get no relief.

Posted: June 12, 2019

The teachers are the school's greatest asset. Unfortunately there has been high turnover in recent years and the current administration does not always make good hiring decisions.

Posted: June 12, 2019

Playground supervisors are largely indifferent to children's interactions, bullying gets ignored.

Posted: June 12, 2019

It used to be a wonderful school, a community of parents and children. But the school leadership has been destroying that community since the current executive director was hired as principal. The education was good, but if you're expecting a progressive education you'll be disappointed. It's a traditional school trying to promote itself as if it's something else.

Posted: June 4, 2019

OCS was wonderful until the new principal came and all the little things that made OCS so special were cut, like after school play, art, field trips, etc. They just hired a second principal that is THE WORST!!! She is rude and closed minded and doesnt know how to work with parents, teachers and children to find solutions. She does not understand OCS philosophy and doesnt have experience with early learning and how to effectively implement proactive anti bullying practices. Finally OCS is well know for being inclusive, but they do not have too much to offer to low income families, their after school programs is very expensive, as well as their fundraising activities. They do not have any extra programs (homework, enrichment, etc) neither.

Posted: June 4, 2019

Wonderful teachers, staff and support team. All together understand and support different learning skills and use their strength to overcome challenges.

Posted: June 4, 2019

The administration does not know how to deal with bullying. They are not constant on their practices and that is confusing for children. In addition, the new principal Does not have idea how to be proactive and use developmental appropriate practices to deal with bullying , braking relationships between students, parents, teachers and staff

Posted: June 4, 2019

Still needs a long way to go on anti bullying practices

Posted: June 4, 2019

OCS has a developmental appropriate approach towards homework

Posted: June 4, 2019

Teachers are the best at OCS and they try very hard to keep the school together even though the administration do not appreciate their potential.

Posted: June 4, 2019

It was beautiful, my children loved it, but sadly is not the same

Posted: April 8, 2019

The board of directors made a terrible choice in hiring a board member as the principal. Someone who had no children of her own, or worked with elementary aged students. From there the school has been heading on a downhill slope. They hired a principal and moved that admin to ED (yikes, also no experience in that role!) so I'd like to think that there is hope. She has proven to be tough yet diplomatic. Sadly, the school can't raise money and so the options are bleak.

Posted: April 8, 2019

Sadly, we have gotten the image of a strong learning center for special needs. I have nothing against in the inclusiveness... that being said, we have way too much now and all the funds are going for that and the admin salary. We are spending much of our funds on the resources. I think personally the balance is off. We have children in diapers. I'm not really sure this is a positive.

Posted: April 8, 2019

We have practices in place to deal with situations. The children are taught from kinder to discuss the problems with the students. I think they way they handle problems are beautiful. I think the middle school is a different beast. Much gets overlooked but like I said, I think they are not focused on middle school and that's unfortunate.

Posted: April 8, 2019

We have great teachers. Sadly, they are uninspired, worn out and tired of fighting for better. Years ago, they had more a voice, made a difference and felt appreciated by the admin... now I think they are all secretly looking for work elsewhere.

Posted: April 8, 2019

They claim empowerment and tolerance, yet they don't celebrate anything! No holiday recognition. I am not understanding how not having a discussion about "differences" is informing our scholars. The social emotional aspects of OCS is wonderful. Responsive classrooms and problem solving... I'm very grateful for this practice. I think the school really needs to understand the middle school and address it's differences as it tries to "grow" through it without an understanding of the needs.

Posted: April 8, 2019

OCS Elementary School is pretty wonderful. We've had creative teachers leave and it's hurt our core. We've made poor hiring choices that are costing us a school. We've lost art totally. Some classrooms are fortunate enough to have a parent bring a craft in or something but that is basically gone. We've lost half our music program and that has been a disappointment. We came into the school with the idea that it was a progressive, outside the box school which is is NOT. We have very few field trips now that the parents aren't allowed to drive. (Bus costs are pricey) We are more traditional now and if you were looking for the other, you'll be disappointed. We don't have a garden program as I was told in the tour. Very few visits are made by the grades. It's a great campus, great parents but sadly, the chaos of the administration, weak board and inability to envision the future has kept this school which once was hailed Best Charter of the Year.... stagnant and stunted. We will not stay for middle school but honestly, comparing other no cost elementary options in the valley.. this is the best there is.

Posted: April 8, 2019

The load is very light. My child is not challanged in the classroom so I'm glad there is not busy work.

Posted: February 22, 2019

Excellent school,happy to see my child learning in such a great environment where school not only cares about academics but also the emotional well being of every child.Hard to find at another school like this nowadays.

Posted: June 8, 2018

We love our first and secong grade teachres. Vanesa and Laura are both amazing.

Posted: June 8, 2018

This was our 2nd year in OCS and we love it. This is a great community and we are lucky to be a part of it.

Posted: June 4, 2018

I am thrilled with our choice to commute out of district for OCS, as it has more focus on building the social-emotional skills for our children with a social justice lens.

Posted: June 4, 2018

They wait to impose homework for children in later grades in response to current data that debunks the need to start homework in early grades.

Posted: June 4, 2018

There were many opportunities as a student to lead at OCS, from student council meetings to being a student ambassador, and the skills I learned from OCS set me up for leadership positions in high school.

Posted: June 4, 2018

One of my good friends had multiple learning disabilities and received support from faculty and students. Teachers helped him whenever he had an episode and my classmates and I were careful to support him whenever he needed help. When we went on our class trip to six flags, the strong community of parent chaperones and his friends encouraged him to participate and he did, much to our joy.

Posted: June 4, 2018

OCS stops this behavior before it even becomes what other schools call "bullying." Other public schools often do not account for emotional bullying, the first step in harmful behavior, and consider bullying only to be the stereotypical pushing, hair pulling, etc. What OCS does by preventing activities such as those occurring in the first place, by rooting out and helping students who feel the need to put down, harass, or otherwise upset other students verbally, is to stop any further detrimental behavior. My experience at OCS was that bullying in all forms was decreased drastically by this approach, and my siblings have experienced very similar results, as compared to friends from other charter, public, and private school classmates I met in high-school.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Our community Charter School fosters intrinsic learning in students. At OCS, I was encouraged to do more with my time than homework and the homework given was meaningful, and the amount given gave me time to grow as a person outside of school while also learning the integral skills necessary for classes.

Posted: June 4, 2018

I received copious amounts of support from the caring teacher community at OCS. My family has been with OCS from the beginning and the administration has only increased their efforts to help students thrive. Birthday circles for students and cards whenever students get ill, in addition to all the personal costs teachers must absorb to furnish classrooms with books, games for rainy days, chalk, art supplies, and other supplies leaves me astonished with their dedication. I created lasting bonds with teachers that have continued through graduation of high-school! At each fair I attend I have chances to meet up with my old teachers and check up on them, and they are always warm and friendly. It would be impossible for me to say they are anything less than potent guides and life-long advisors.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Absolutely. Every person is encouraged to develop these qualities. I feel that OCS, through their care and efforts in my formative 1st-6th grade years, helped me gain these characteristics, and their efforts only increased in 7th and 8th. The strong community, movingly helpful teachers, and well-structured classes sets up each student for success in terms of hard work, honesty, empathy, helpfulness, and positive attitude.

Posted: June 4, 2018

We wanted to love this school. . .and we did! I was in kindergarten the first year OCS existed. I have seen so many things added that I didn't have when I was a student, and I have watched OCS struggle to keep classes like creative P.E, art, and music, despite the odds put in front of them to remove such classes. OCS really IS special. I am speaking as someone about to graduate high-scool, who made it into prestigious colleges like UC Berkley and University of Redlands, who loved OCS and the perfect stepping-stone they gave me into high-school and life. They taught me to love learning, not for a silly sticker or for a letter, but for the accumulation of knowledge that will lend to my future endeavors. They instilled in me a set of ethics unparalleled by many schools nowadays, and a sense of community that has worn the test of time. The administration was always extremely conscious of complaints from parents and students, as evidenced by all the parent groups that emerged. As a student, I was allowed and willing to attend Panda Partner meetings, and the fact that OCS has an outlet such as that for parents is truly superb. OCS gave me the tools I needed to grow as a person and as a scholar, as a friend and as a community member. I am an empowered, ethical, and informed human being who grew in those responsive classrooms and through that beautiful motto, here to say that if you are looking into attending Our Community Charter School, you are in for a one-of-a-kind experience.

Posted: June 4, 2018

OCS currently has a higher percentage of students with learning differences than LAUSD does, a great support class, an intervention strategy and full-inclusion.

Posted: June 4, 2018

It's telling, to me, that students coming in from other school are shocked by what is called 'bullying' at OCS (often nothing more than occasional name-calling). Yes, that spectre does rear its head occasionally and the staff, teachers and students are there to deal with it. The teachers do try to have the students deal with it first, which is a shock to parents coming from schools where bullying is more face-first-into-the-locker kind of violence, but that's part of the package of empowerment and, more importantly, it works! And it works because the kids know they are not alone. If they fail, the teacher is behind them. If the teacher fails, there is support staff. And if the support staff runs into difficulty, there is the administration.

Posted: June 4, 2018

The striking thing about this school is the resilience of its design. It's gone through challenges over its lifetime and consistently been able to overcome them by embracing what they've got -- students, teachers, parents, staff -- and welcoming new influences. Parents have a number of ways to get involved and the kids get to learn responsibility. If problems are encountered, people try and tackle them together. And, having said all that, the most important thing is that, always, the school puts students first.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Overall, it's on par with other schools, on the lighter side of homework (which I appreciate), so kids have time in the evening to, well, be kids. There's enough that it has not, in any way, impacted the ability of my kid to get into a good high school and thrive. I have noticed that as the grades progress, they give more and more meaningful homework, poking at things that are relevant to what's happening in the world and giving projects that teach the child more than just busy work.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Teacher who can't work with empowering kids rarely last more than a year, which may be frustrating if you happen to have a kid in that new teacher's class (which I have), but is also incredible to watch when a teacher 'gets it'. What does 'getting it' entail? It entails actually working with the class to set norms and then working with individuals throughout the year to facilitate the student's needs. This is shown through overall academic excellence but also through how the kids handle their interactions with (non-teacher) adults. They are consistently thoughtful, polite and unafraid to ask questions.

Posted: June 4, 2018

This is a school that follows it's mission statement and works hard to make its students into empowered citizens.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Unlike most schools, OCS has a robust leadership structure. Parents, teachers, staff and students all have a lot of ways to input into what's going on. Recently, they're working towards splitting up the current exec director / principal position, a move which has been planned for years (lots of good caution there) and their hiring practices are consistently thorough and top notch. Their Board of Directors includes input in from all parties (parents, community members, staff, teachers) and are easily approachable.

Posted: June 4, 2018

I am aware of and have seen the intervention and support services those school offers to students. The fact that they have aides in every classroom is tremendous.

Posted: June 4, 2018

See above comments under character section above. Its a major component to the curriculum here.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Homework is not overly burdensome, mostly just a check on what they learned that day. Seems to increase after 6th grade though.

Posted: June 4, 2018

The school is small enough that teachers get a real sense of where the students are in terms of mastering the material.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Our children have learned really effective conflict resolution and communication skills since theyve been at OSC, things i believe are very important in life and are sorely lacking in many.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Ive always found them to be very responsive and respectful of any concerns Ive brought to them. I know there are a few who are unhappy but there will always be personalities that are hard to get along with.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Overall, we have been very pleased with this school. Its hands-down a much better school than the local LAUSD school they attended previously, in all ways. No school is going to be perfect in every way and there is a bit of the Stepford type clique mentioned in another review, but its more an annoyance than anything. We are very happy overall.

Posted: June 4, 2018

I have been a parent here for 12 years and I think the school has set my kids up for success moving into high school and beyond. The school welcomes parent volunteers in ways most schools do not. My children have learned to be leaders and advocates for themselves, by being empowered, ethical and informed.

Posted: June 4, 2018

Homework is reflective of the philosophy of the school, which is it should reinforce what is learned that day or to practice the skill.

Posted: June 4, 2018

The teachers are caring and kind and innovative.

Posted: June 4, 2018

The students at this school are great and that is a direct result of the adults at this school.

Posted: June 4, 2018

The school's leadership is thoughtful, which means not everyone agrees. Some parents in the community have a hard time with this.

Posted: May 26, 2018

We wanted to love this school but it just doesn't live up to its promise or reputation. From the outside looking in, this is a progressive elementary and middle school with a tight knit community. Look closer and there is a Stepford-like mentality of cheerleading about how "special" the school is and not really confronting problems. Complain too loudly and people will begin to treat you like an outsider and not a part of the "community". Mostly, if you are unlucky enough to get a bad teacher, good luck having anything done about the situation. You can have multiple meetings but each time you will be the one defending your child and being told that your child is the problem.

It is a nice community, it is a lovely small school, but admin isn't responsive to parents' concerns and there is this odd fear by parents that want to be accepted by the "community" of tipping the boat over. The school is also now creating a new principal position and, without re-interviewing, giving the current principal the title of Executive Director with more money and less duties. This decision doesn't sit well with many but any complaints fall on deaf ears as the Board wants this realignment.

Dig deeper into what is going on at this school before being swept into the excitement of winning the coveted lottery spots. Families who had high hopes are beginning to leave because while on paper the school has an amazing mission (to guide children to be empowered, ethical and informed members of a community by learning in responsive classrooms) the reality and execution of this mission is falling far short as time progresses.

Posted: May 9, 2018

One time, I witness a special ed "teacher" or "assistant" telling a special ed kid "to stop winning."

Posted: May 9, 2018

The class next door (the other second grade class) had a bullying problem with one of their kids, it escalated to the point where administration wouldn't take proper action because they were afraid of this kid's parents. This kid was bullying many other kids, parents were complaining but not being heard.

Posted: May 9, 2018

Neither the principal or assistant principal offer any kind of leadership at this school. They are arrogant to the point that they feel they can ignore parent's concerns. Their leadership is so poor that our second grade teacher would feel the need to vent with me and would tell me things she should discuss only with administration, this is an example of the teacher's lack of understanding about boundaries.

Posted: May 9, 2018

Even though they cut the homework to two pages a day, it is still busy work.

Posted: May 9, 2018

The second grade teacher our child had at this school was a complete emotional wreck, who would yell and then cry often during class. She was also very unprofessional and didn't understand boundaries. She would talk about kids to other parents. She would call our child "mean" and "interrupting chicken" and then laugh. Our 8-year old did not like that at all, and actually thought she was the worst teacher he ever had. She would also use inappropriate language in the classroom. This teacher's behavior was so terrible to the point that our child developed anxiety, he did not feel safe and didn't feel he had a leader to count on in the classroom. We eventually had to pull him out in the middle of the year. He is now happy and thriving at his new school, and his anxiety vanished the same week we changed schools.

Posted: May 9, 2018

This school developed anxiety in my 8-year old. The teacher did not teach compassion or respect, she would mock my child by calling him names. At one meeting we had, the only things she had to say about him were negative, not one single positive thing to say. First time we have such horrible experience with a teacher, and we actually come from an LAUSD school.

Posted: May 9, 2018

Bad. The only positive thing about this school was its community of parents who would work really hard to bring a positive experience to all the kids at the school.

Posted: August 9, 2017

While not offering a GATE program, teachers are sensitive to the needs of students and responsive to parent requests and concerns. Small class size helps.

Posted: August 9, 2017

Homework is given to reinforce what is learned in class, not just busy work.

Posted: August 9, 2017

Teachers take the mission of this charter seriously. The "community" based approach is strongly reinforced in classroom norms. Conflict is handled using an intervention approach which empowers students to address issues in a respectful and measured manner.

Posted: August 9, 2017

The mission of the school is reinforced in a variety of ways, and it's responsive classroom model is terrific.

Posted: August 9, 2017

Senior Leadership (Principal and Board of Directors) appears to be supportive of the mission of the school, ensures financial stability to ensure continuity of school operations, and are responsive to making changes based on parent and community feedback.

Posted: August 9, 2017

My daughter completed 2nd grade and is now moving into 3rd grade. The leadership, educators and parents make this a special place. It has the supportive feel of a small learning community. Everyone cares about bringing out the best in our students and the "whole child" model is emphasized.

Posted: June 12, 2016

Great as a elementary school. Not so great as a middle school. I was a student at this school from kindergarten to 8th. It was the full experience. The elementary school portion is wonderful and helps kids strive to be themselves. However the middle school is okay... It seems that a lot of blame is placed on middle schoolers. Not only that but I wasn't really prepared. They treat us like babies in 6 & 5 grade and then suddenly the expect us to be polite adults. Some middle school teachers are not so great and the school seems to brush off a lot of concerns that come from students. Even ones involving sexism. There was an instance when a female peer of mine was catcalled. This was brought to a teacher. Instead of addressing to male student who had catcalled her, the teacher told her to put on a sweater. This was because her tank top was too revealing. This is part of the dress code. Which is a mess. It teaches boys that if you harass a girl, you most likely won't get in trouble. It teaches girls that they are to blame. Like.... Learn self control!

Posted: November 16, 2015

My daughter just started Kindergarten this fall at OCS and my family and I feel so fortunate to have found this unique and amazing school. My daughter loves going to school everyday and we love how the "responsive classroom" has already helped to build a beautiful bond between classmates.
It is a pretty amazing process. We are thrilled with her teacher and how well our concerns have been addressed thus far. I feel like we have a very open line of communication with the teacher too!

Posted: November 16, 2015

Posted: July 7, 2015

OCS teachers are evaluated and observed daily. Professional development is based on the specific needs of our students and school-wide academic goals. OCS works closely with many LA area colleges for support in professional development as well as a resource for top-notch student teachers/teaching assistants that often become lead teachers through a process of working through the ranks while learning OCS culture and traditions.

OCS implements a thoughtful and rigorous hiring process to find "the best of the best." teachers who are able to meet the academic, physical and social-emotional needs of our students.

Teachers and staff are committed to kids. Teachers reflect on best practices and are encouraged to take individualized professional development courses based on specific needs and/or goals.

Posted: July 7, 2015

Homework is meant to be manageable, developmentally appropriate and meaningful. We encourage daily reading and practicing of skills learned at school while avoiding assignments that are rote and excessive that do not benefit a student's academic growth or love of learning.

Posted: July 7, 2015

Each school year, OCS staff members start the school year using the practices of "The First Six Weeks." We value the time spent to engage students in the developing of classroom and school-wide norms, building the foundation for community, getting to know each other, and learning each others' strengths and challenges. We know that when students feel safe to take risks, their learning and confidence increase.

We directly teach our students strategies in conflict resolution and use a platform called Peaceful Learning Community where students share "shouts outs" as words of encouragement as well as discuss issues and concerns in a whole group, constructive manner. These processes allow for student develop in self-advocacy and working toward solutions to everyday problems. We hold ourselves and students accountable for co-creating a respectful, safe, and nurturing environment.

Posted: July 7, 2015

Our Community School is an award winning, tuition-free, public charter school serving K-8th grades where staff members, students and families collaborate in the ongoing process of education. We are an intentional small learning community of 450 students--two classes per grade level. We value manageable classroom sizes with teaching assistant support to meet the varying needs of our students and to promote close connections between and among students and staff.

Our diverse and caring community balances academics with creativity, thereby fostering independent thinkers, problem solvers, and leaders using innovative music, art, P.E., garden programs and technology.

OCS students are guided to become ethical, empowered and informed members of our community and therefore, every community.

Our school program is based on three main themes:
Constructivism/Hands-On Learning: Students learn through connecting new ideas to prior learning. Each learning experience is an opportunity to construct new meaning through discussion, collaboration and reflection to integrate new concepts.
Responsive Classrooms/Developmental Designs: This approach is a way of teaching that fosters safe, challenging, and joyful elementary schools. Developed by classroom teachers, this approach consists of practical strategies of bringing together social and academic learning throughout the school day.
Integrated Common Core Curriculum: Our goal is to prepare our students for active, rewarding membership in our community and our democratic way of life. Students will learn about people and culture, will be immersed in democratic practices, will participate in conflict-resolution and whole class discussions and will have the opportunities to self-reflect.

Posted: December 8, 2014

This school is a true gem! The school's philosophy is wholesome. It focuses on the children's needs and growth potential. It has an innovative approach of motivating the children to learn without stressing them. They have found a unique balance on learning, but at the same time they foster creativity, fun of learning and a strong emphasis on interpersonal skills and other soft skills. The teachers are extremely dedicated and passionate about teaching. They truly care about the children and give personalized attention to their children. I was amazed when I attended the student-parent conference earlier in the year. The teachers spent time with us (50 minutes) going over the our son and daughter's strength, weaknesses and goals. This has never been my experience at LAUSD where I always felt that teachers mostly did a "check" on parent-student conference. The Principal is truly committed to making the children's experience a truly rewarding one. We are truly fortunate to have been accepted to the school. My kids used to hate going to their LAUSD school, but now they are thriving in this positive school environment.

Posted: September 16, 2014

OCS is an amazing school and my children and I have been lucky to have my children attend over the last few years. Children are engaged, the class size is kept low, and each class has a part time, TA. They provide PE, Technology, Music, and Art in addition to the core subjects. This is a progressive school that utilizes a cutting edge curriculum. The teachers and staff are very helpful and welcoming. They have onsite morning and aftercare and enrichment programs too. When you join OCS you don't just join a school, your whole family joins a community.

Posted: August 30, 2014

I can't see enough good things about OCS. We are starting our 5th year at the school and things just keep improving. The teacher/child ratio is such a great number with dedicated TA's for the Kindergarten and 1st grades and additional teaching supports for the elementary and middle school grades. My 4th grader has PE twice a week, enjoys music and technology/computer lab time as well. The teachers are so dedicated to their craft and the curriculum and methodologies create such well-rounded students. I am so happy with this school and all of the progress it continues to make. It is a joy to be a parent in this community and to see my kids thrive.

Posted: October 18, 2013

OCS is a high quality K-8 charter school full of teachers, staff, and parents who are very passionate and care deeply about well balanced education. The philosophy is special and respectful and the children thrive in classrooms that aren't overcrowded and are not overloaded with homework. The students also get music, art, garden, and lots of pe, which is so rare these days in LAUSD.

Posted: October 8, 2013

We moved our 2nd grader from our assigned elementary school to Our Community Charter School and we couldn't be happier! This is what an elementary school should be! The principal and teachers are very caring. They encourage the parents to be involved. Our child loves going to school now and is flourishing!

Posted: July 31, 2013

We love ocs! My son is in the second grade, we made the best decision when we entered the lottery 3 years ago. I love the school because I know he is safe there every day. The teachers are great!!! They are not pushing the kids, they letting them to learn their own space so they can be happy kids!Hopefully the school will win the 5 grand from Greatschools !

Posted: July 23, 2013

Just love this school .... my kids are happy here! They look forward to going to school . They are encouraged to be independent thinkers as well as part of a community.

#	Name	Type	City	State	Distance
1	Northridge	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Northridge	CA	3.9 mi
2	Hollyglen	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Hawthorne	CA	26.4 mi
3	Foothill Park	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Camarillo	CA	28 mi
4	Camarillo	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Camarillo	CA	28.3 mi
5	Del Prado Town Homes	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Camarillo	CA	29.5 mi
6	RiverPark	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Oxnard	CA	35 mi
7	Hollywood Beach	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Oxnard	CA	38.6 mi

#	Name	City	State	Distance
1	Central Camarillo	Camarillo	CA	28.3 mi
2	Oxnard	Oxnard	CA	35.3 mi
3	Ventura	Ventura	CA	38.1 mi

Base	Distance
Los Angeles AFB	25.5 mi.
Point Mugu NAS - Naval Base Ventura County	32.2 mi.
Port Hueneme - Naval Base Ventura County	37 mi.
Los Alamitos JFTB	39.1 mi.
Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station	44.1 mi.

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