Kuumba Learning Center

3328 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southeast Washington DC 20032

Washington, DC 20032

49 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK, K-10
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on July 19, 2019

I searched for a safe and nurturing educational environment for my son for quite some time. When I found Kuumba the school was exactly what I was looking for. I immediately enrolled my son in the Pre-K4 program. My son receives a well-rounded education that includes Language Arts, Science, Math, Social Studies, Geography and History. The students also study African languages, dance, drumming, sewing, and theater. I have enjoyed watching my child grow intellectually as well as in character. Everyday my son has a smile on his face when he enters school and when I pick him up. Kuumba is a real jewel in our community. Kuumba has given my son more self-confidence since he has been at the school. The experiences we have had together exploring our history and culture has been eye-opening as well as life changing.
Submitted by parent on July 19, 2019

Kuumba has changed my life as well as my children’s. Kuumba is full of love and welcomes you with open arms. They are so positive and always willing to lend a hand and help out in anyway. When I first saw the name Kuumba I had to know more. I was hooked. When we came for the interview I knew my kids had to attend. They were already so involved and committed. I had never seen my kids eagerly want to go to school. Kuumba has had a huge impact on my entire family. My daughter is opening up and growing up in to become a great young woman. My oldest son has changed completely from his unacceptable behavior at his previous school. My youngest twin had so many issues that I had no idea about and if it wasn’t for guidance from Kuumba I would have never known. Kuumba has shown me new ways to discipline, teach, care and feed my children and I am truly blessed and thankful.
Submitted by parent on May 10, 2018

Kuumba has changed my children's lives making them more confident and focused on what is important in life.
Submitted by parent on March 23, 2018

This school is a village, teaching community and collectivity. I am very surprised by the bully comment because I witnessed the above reviewing parent come into the school cursing and threatening staff members. She was so disrespectful that her child had to be expelled because the staff could not handle her foul language and unpredictable tantrums around the children. This school has tremendously helped me discipline my children and instill cultural pride and African centered appreciation into them. The staff are very personable and welcoming and are very passionate about behaviorial intervention. I very grateful for Kuumba.
Submitted by parent on February 14, 2018

I have never had a worse experience at a school in my life. The head of the school is a bully and harassing parents. They aren't trained in ANYTHING and can not resolve simple problems that parents come to the administration about. This school needs to be CLOSED immediately.
Submitted by parent on August 15, 2016

If you notice all of the reviews that are good start in September anytime after the child has been there more than 6 months she started to see the unraveling of the school consistent educational turnovers inconsistent Health in the office and consistent communication with parents and consistently teaching children the children are not a great ready once they leave there any child attending the school after the 4th grade will not be able to compete
Submitted by other on October 28, 2015

Kumba Learning Center has a 20 plus year track record of producing phenomenal minds out of the realities of stark poverty, hopelessness, and institutionalized racism in southeast Washington, DC. The leadership of this great institution is committed to the growth and well being of its scholars. The love, discipline and structure provided by the teachers and administration is clear and evident to the scholars, parents, guardians and visitors. I love Kumba Learning Center and I am grateful that this school was created for the education and uplifting of the youth of southeast Washington. The curriculum and small class structure has produced well read and creative scholars. Kumba Learning Center is the pearl of southeast and is an awesome space for children to learn!
Submitted by other on September 19, 2015

I went in this school and witness Greatness! The children were great and most of all the teachers and staff was the best I experience in DC schools in years. Keep on empowering youth with knowledge of self!
Submitted by parent on September 17, 2015

Our son who is now 6 has been going here the past 3 years! Initially we had our son when he was 3 at a public charter! As a Parent you have to be Open Minded to African centered Curriculum. Being from East Africa it was important for me to find a school that teaches African History, African American History, World History, The Real American History, Native American History, the Caribbean etc.... I love that my son has small class rooms, I love how his Phenomenal teachers have him at a Excellent reading and Writing Level and their STEM program, their focus on Maths and Sciences, their Arts programs, the Positive Music and Culture they expose my son to. I love the fact he is learning how to grow his own food, how to be responsible for his community. The School cooks Vegan food everyday for the Children, has activities for parents such as Personal trainers boot camp, how to cook healthy at home! This is a Gem in South East DC....It is unfortunate we have some Parents of African Decent who find African Centered Education odd...their Children would Flourish Here just as the Rest of these Amazing Bright Children! We need more schools like this in Black communities!
Submitted by parent on July 15, 2015

The owner as well as some of the staff I have had direct contact with are often not pleasant and unprofessional. I am uncomfortable asking questions because the response is usually not given in a way that makes me feel comfortable.
Submitted by other on February 03, 2014

the bestt i learn on a collage level and my grades inproved tremendouslyyy.the scholl prevent dumness and provotes to know thy self
Submitted by parent on January 31, 2014

My name is Mia S. and my child goes there. I do nit agree with some of the other posts because this school is great! From Mama Maja and Baba M, Jason in the admin part of the school, ansd the teachers! They are patient with those children and care VERY much and it is not fake! It shows in their actions! I say to KUUMBA to KEEP doing what you are doing! That school has has a POSITIVE impact in my daughter's life and I am hopeful that my son will be able to attend also.The vegan diet is actually the best diet for the children, especially with everything that the FDA is allowing to be put in meats! I am wondering if the people who are posting these negative comments educated on why the diet is the way that is is and that the curricullum is set up the way that it is. It is a proven fact that the public schools are failing the children that is what make KUUMBA so great because they are not like the public schools! These children are confident, intelligent, and proud!! I would DEFINITLEY reccomend this school!! KUUMBA YOU ARE DOING A GREAT JOB! I AM THANKFUL AND GRATEFUL TO ALL OF YOU for your DEVOTION in helping me guide my daughter in the right direction!!!
Submitted by parent on December 28, 2013

My child's school has small classroom sizes. The teachers at Kuumba care about the students and focus on character building. Students learn about many different cultures and languages. 90% of the staff speaks more than one language. I ate lunch with the students and noticed that mostly all the students asked for seconds. Most of the students are not vegetarians but enjoy eating the vegan lunch which is unusual but excellent to know and attests to the fact that they have one of the best cooks in the city. Teachers work with students on their level, offer extra help, and grant extensions to ensure assignments are completed thoroughly.
Submitted by other on November 24, 2013

I happened to pick up my friends kids ,from school one day .The 1st thing I noticed was they had no books. Me being a career Teacher I just thought they were joking.Until they told me they don't use Pencils,paper, or books. HOW COULD THAT BE? Will these students be able to hang with other Public School Students on a Statewide basis. This school is doing a Disservice at this time; I do see a Great Need for Improvement in All Areas; especially from the Top Down...
Submitted by other on November 15, 2013

Hi my name is justyce I want too right a review about kuumba learning center because I go to that school we learn about new things every day like:math literacy GK that is a private school and I think you should know that kuumba has lots of strick and nice teachers That school goes from 12months-high school. -justyce 10 years old,
Submitted by parent on November 08, 2013

I really love the family oriented setting that focuses on education and good character. The learning atmosphere is a very positive and a pleasant setting. They truly care about their students. My son comes home at tells us the great things he learns on a daily basis. My son is really hey he found Kuumba. I highly recommend.
Submitted by teacher on October 31, 2013

I thank Kuumba Learning Center for giving me the opportunity to work there they are working everyday to make sure their staff and children are satisfied. Their always trying to do more for the children I hope they get the help they deserve and need to go further.
Submitted by parent on October 31, 2013

Kuumba Learning Center develops the artist and the scholar! We love this school, it is not cookie cutter, and understands learning should interest and challenge the child and enhance their creativity. Our Son was in public school, and we are so happy we pulled him out and put him in Kuumba!
Submitted by other on October 30, 2013

The school environment at Kuumba is peaceful and calm for a learner. I've experienced school environments in the past where the classroom was full of chaos most of the time. I'm more motivated now to be an excellent student. The teachers always encourage us to do our best and strive for excellence. I really enjoy the education the teachers provide me. As an African-American male I am also taught that I must be committed and be obligated to my people and community to do my best. I think when we as kids get older we will take on the knowledge they teach us to pass on to our own kids/children.
Submitted by other on October 30, 2013

Kummba is a great school because we explore the african philosophy. I have learned so much about history, forgein languages like French, Spanish, and African languages. Kuumba has a vegan diet witch has amazing food. I've been attending Kuumba for a long time and the past years has been out standing. All of the staff are very loving and generous. They teach us the Importance of education, and the value of life. The school expects an educational greatness for all their students. I love Kuumba