Foothills School of Arts and Sciences - Boise, Idaho

Stephanie L.

This is THE BEST school and community. Our daughter has attended for 5 years and will continue until 9th grade (the last year offered). It's a supportive, inclusive environment that nurtures kids who LOVE learning.

Academically, they're flying through incredible books (The Giver in 5th/6th grade, read in two weeks), doing units on chemistry and physics before 6th grade, and doing complex math that they truly understand. Imagine my surprise when we were flying in bad turbulence and my 11 year old turned to me and said, "We're completely safe... it's physics!"

Socially, the kids are confident, independent, and encouraged to share their ideas and curiosities. They form deep friendships with their peers and there aren't the typical cliques seen in many other schools. There is extra (exceptional) support for kids who need it.

We can't say enough about what a caring, warm community this is. Our family is forever grateful!

Rissa J.

My experience with Foothills School in Boise has been nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment you step onto the campus, you can feel the warmth and dedication that permeate every aspect of the school.

One of the most impressive aspects of Foothills School is its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The faculty and staff go above and beyond to ensure that every student feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. Foothills School truly caters to the diverse needs and interests of its students.

As a parent, I couldn't be happier with the education my child is receiving at Foothills School. The positive impact it has had on their academic and personal growth is truly remarkable. I wholeheartedly recommend Foothills School to any family seeking an exceptional educational experience in Boise. It's more than just a school; it's a nurturing community where students thrive.

amy M. Y.

Foothills offers the most progressive approach to education in the Treasure Valley. The school utilizes hands on experiential learning, encouraging students to ask questions and guide themselves to critical thinking while still offering traditional math and science and language instruction. Each year builds on the next and I've witnessed my two kids blossom into independent thinkers and doers. It's wonderful to watch their confidence bloom. My "left brained" math and science boys' favorite classes are performing and visual arts, PE and history. The faculty and staff are the most amazing people I've ever met. They meet each child where they are with no judgement and curate an individual learning plan that keeps the right pace for that individual child. They are masters at their craft.

abby B.

Foothills School of Arts and Science is a special place.
Our child has continued to thrive each year through the school’s inquiry based learning curriculum. The progressive education approach has helped him stay curious and challenged academically. Each teacher has taken extra care to understand our son as
a learner and person. He enjoys the variety in the school day, as no day is like the other with well rounded arts and academic programs that keep his creative juices flowing. Another important piece for us is the schools focus on social emotional growth. He has learned so much about collaboration, diversity, acceptance and contributing to the world. He is becoming a passionate critical thinker at the the young age of 11.
Overall the staff and teachers make this school a warm, friendly and incredibly talented community. A huge bonus is the Foothills guardian/parent community. I love that Foothills takes full advantage of its downtown location by visiting local businesses and participating in Arts, Literature and cultural events. Our family feels lucky to have found this amazing school!

Guy M.

My daughter has attended Foothills School of Arts and Science for 10 years. And even before we thought to enroll her there I had met students from this school. There was something amazing about the way these kids held themselves as well as interacted with you. A confidence and security in who they where was very evident. I wanted my daughter to grow up to be one of those people. In the 10 years at this school I have seen why these students act this way. They are allowed to make their own choices and learn in a way that suits their style. Teachers challenge them to be problem solvers and think critically. There is a sense of community at the school that goes beyond the students. The parents, faculty, and staff all are involved in the school in a way that draws you in and makes you want to be a part of this amazing experience. I'm proud to say I see all the attributes I hoped for blossoming in my daughter. And I know I have Foothills School to thank in part for that.

Janice A.

I appreciate the nurturing environment that Foothills provides. It feels cozy like it was built up from a kid’s perspective of what a good environment is. When my children first moved to town and didn’t know anyone else, they got individual attention and people really cared about them. They were in Upper Elementary through Jr. High which is a really awkward time. I feel like the teachers gave them a strong social and emotional foundation to do well academically. I’m happy that they were in an environment that had a diversity of experiences. Foothills is a safe space for kids to talk about their identities. There is so much focus on autonomy and creativity. They can be who they are and they have the freedom to express themselves in whatever way they need. I saw examples of this expression socially, artistically, in debate topics, in short stories, through their mentorship projects, and in the way that the student council organizes around things they want to support. There are more ways to be expressive than in a typical school.

Christina M. W.

We have loved being in the foothills community for the past 5 years. Our kids are thriving academically as well as socially emotionally. The school has high quality teachers and staff, smaller classrooms and learning that starts with the children's ideas and interests. We all love this school!

Tim G.

The only progressive education school in Boise! My daughter just finished her first year at Foothills and I cannot say enough about how incredible this school is! The faculty, learning environment, and cirriculum are all fantastic. I cannot think of a better school to entrust my daughters education with. s