The Imani School

12401 South Post Oak Road

Houston, TX 77045

34 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on October 10, 2024

The Imani School has been an excellent environment for my son and our family. He's been at Imani since the 2nd grade and is now in the 5th grade. The school has a wonderful, supportive administration, an active Parent Development Committee, and wonderful teachers who focus on instilling a strong sense of purpose with a heavy dose of Christian principles and curriculum. The academics are top-notch, and my son has excelled academically since leaving his prior Montessori School. Areas for development are continued focus on expanding and improving the school property/facilities, adding some additional sports options, and continued focus on adding AP-level coursework.
Submitted by parent on April 03, 2018

The Imani School has become a permanent fixture in my life and are now a part of my family. We experienced the best 11 years of my son's life at the Imani School. From the Infant and Toddler School to the Primary School, the Imani School is truly a "home away from home" for its students on a daily basis. The Imani School provides a family environment and ensures that the students are prepared to excel academically beyond elementary and middle school years. Mrs. Lincoln starts off this extraordinary journey in academia in Kindergarten and Ms. Y. Smith finalizes the journey in 8th grade, ensuring that all of her students are prepared for high school academically and emotionally. The Head of School Mrs. Williams, embraces all of "her children" with love daily and strives for each of them to be their best and do their best. Mrs. Garner and Mrs. Gray are always available with a smile to provide any assistance needed in the front office or with parent relations. The Imani School will forever be engrained in my heart as family and part of my village in educating and raising my son
Submitted by parent on March 27, 2018

My husband and I are so greatful of the character, leadership and education that the Imani school has provided to our son for 6 years grades 3-8. The school has given him the best educational and spiritual foundation to help him move forward with high school. The staff is very professional and will provide a very nurturing environment for your child. I would recommend to anyone wanting a safe, loving, spirital family environment to visit the Imani school. You will see changes and growth in your child that you never thought possible.
Submitted by parent on March 27, 2018

My family has had a great experience at The Imani School. The teachers are just as invested in my child as I am. My child is well rounded and well educated.
Submitted by parent on March 20, 2018

The Imani School is the best. I love how the entire staff treats everyone like family. My child has learned a while attending the program and I love that the teachers bring out the best in my child. I would highly recommend this school to anyone looking for loving environment as well a stellar education.
Submitted by parent on June 25, 2016

The Imani school has the most talented and dedicated teachers. They have brought out the best in our three children. They all have such high self esteem , which their father and I attribute in part to the Imani teachers and staff . All of our children have also scored well above grade level. We could not be happier !
Submitted by parent on February 18, 2014

The main problem of concern with the school is lack of professionalism displayed by the teachers. Some teachers especially at higher levels do not display the commitment to education and students as one would expect from a private and religious institution. I have experienced negative comments towards students and even some that rise to the level of being a determinant to the child s social and academic development. If you have an average student are not the type of parent to consistently advocate for your child on a regular basis then your child will get lost here. I would not recommend this school beyond 3rd grade. The foundation is excellent and it seems that the teachers at this level value their influence of the child s development. If the school can find a way to recruit and train better teachers especially then they can fair much better in the future.
Submitted by other on July 08, 2013

As the aunt of several students which have attended the Imani School, I've been impressed with the imagination and creativity of the programs and the excellence instilled in the students. The programs are well executed, and the children are excited to share their learnings with me when I come to visit. It's exciting to see them thrilled with learning-- that's an invaluable gift that will hold them all their lifetime.
Submitted by parent on June 26, 2013

The Imani School provided a solid foundation for my daughter and while she was there I was thoroughly impressed. However, the reason we decided to pull our daughter out at the start of her 1st grade year, and after tuition had been paid in full without a refund, was pure and simple greed and unprofessionalism portrayed by the administration. The FACT is that when you sign your child up for the next session and choose a teacher, they (administration) are aware of how many families have already signed on to a particular teacher and know your chances of actually getting your chosen teacher. However, instead of informing parents, before paying for the next session, they choose to leave families thinking they may have a chance in getting their child into a particular teacher's class. This would be no big deal if ALL the teachers taught the EXACT same subject matter and at the same level. This is real and also unfortunate. For that reason, we pulled our child out of the school. However, the foundational learning that she did receive were great. If you do choose to send your children, do so through Kindergarten...only!
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2013

Imani was once a great school and now it has seemed to lost its way. There is a lack of professionalism missing with the administration and teachers who are unable to distinguish clear boundaries with students and parents. Some of the behavior displayed by the staff would have an average employee reprimanded. Teachers are blatant with their cell phone conversations, internet usage, and texting during instructional hours. They are also inconsistent with their email responses addressing parental concerns. While tuition is affordable, you will find yourself overwhelmed by unplanned fees and expenses. The school has potential for greatness again if it can manage to find its way again. I believe the academics are a great foundation but more needs to be done in science and foreign language. The Spanish program is virtually non-existent as well as physical education. On a good day, the school can be deemed organized chaos. Also, you have some really excellent teachers in the building who are committed to the students which is why I believe the school can ultimately reclaim its original reputation. It is a few of the heavier burdens that are causing the bough to break.
Submitted by other on January 28, 2013

This school is excellent. Its students, at all grade levels, routinely excel in city, state, and national academic competitions such as BETA and ACSI. Its graduates excel when they move on to public and private schools such as Strake Jesuit, St. John and Episcopal high schools A short unannounced visit to its campus will allow one to see the effect of its training in social graces and its efforts directed towards the enhancement of self esteem in the students.
Submitted by parent on November 24, 2012

We LOVE this school! We have been there for four years now. Every on of my children's teachers have been outstanding. Our children have been challenged academically and are truly thriving. The reading and math programs are top notch.
Submitted by parent on July 28, 2012

My experience with The Imani School has been a great one. My children continue to be challenged without feeling overwhelmed. Their confidence is increadable. They are taught that there is nothing they can not acheive. Everyday my children show me what I am paying for. Whether it's through obseving their social interactions, above average test scores, or their desire to learn. Great job Imani!
Submitted by parent on July 17, 2012

My children have attended The Imani School for seven years and our experience has been very positive. Each of my children have gained a solid academic foundation and have had an opportunity to be exposed to to cultural and enriching activities through fine arts. The Head of School, who knows ALL of the children, encourages students to always strive to be their personal best and insists that teachers do the same.
Submitted by parent on July 14, 2012

I agree with the last reviewer. I have had two children graduate from The Imani School. Both were accepted to every one of the private college preparatory high schools to which they applied, and we have found that they were very well prepared for the rigors of these academic programs.
Submitted by other on July 12, 2012

Have visited many schools all across the USA and rarely do you see an institution as dedicated and exceptional as the Imani School. Most encouraging is their track record of placing Imani School graduates in Houston's most highly selective and competitive high schools. And the fact that their students test incredibly well AND perform well above grade level, particularly in reading and math, is notable
Submitted by other on December 07, 2011

is an alright school. Not like it used to be but its alright. No one is perfect.
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2011

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 parent on November 09, 2011

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 parent on November 05, 2011

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.