St. Andrew's Lower School vs Bradley Hills Elementary

Anonymous
I am torn between public school or private school for elementary. Will be deciding between St. Andrew's Episcopal School and Bradley Hills Elementary. I know both are great schools, but wondering about the social dynamics for children / families. Does the St. Andrew's Lower School have a close knit parent/family community in the lower school? With the move to the larger campus, wasn't sure if this was lost a bit. Unsure if I'm giving up the chance for my child to become close with neighborhood friends, etc. if does not go to the local public school, and attends St. Andrew's instead.
Anonymous
We sent both our kids to Bradley Hills. There are some excellent teachers there and very nice families. We joined in 3rd grade and bonds were fairly well formed amongst kids who had known each other since K, though starting in 3rd grade didn't seem to be a disadvantage socially.

I can't speak about St. Andrews as while we have one family friend whose DD attends, we have no first hand experience.
Anonymous
Are you already a member of a local swimming pool?
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