Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Gilbert

As a parent at BFCS of many years at Gilbert Campus their is a procedure to follow regarding these issues concerning your child. The first step should have been to first talk to the teacher and then the principal after that you can contact the administration. I know for a fact all issues have always been dealt with fairness and resolved happily. It is unkind to bash a specific person simply because of differences of opinions. We are all adults and should deal with things as such. Door #2 is an amazing person, who is highly qualified and loves the children. I feel sad when teachers are treated unfairly because of all they do and deal with on a daily basis. Please remember we all have bad days, bad moments and tough times. We are here to learn to be kind and be good examples for the children of the future.
--Submitted by a parent

Amazing curriculum, great staff and teachers. I have been a parent here at BFCS for over seven years, and will continue to be one untill all my children have concluded sixth grade. Here at Benjamin Franklin Charter School teachers are trained to teach a well rounded curriculum. The renowned Spalding and Saxon math method of teaching are implemented , as well as deep study of the American constitution. The teachers follow an oustanding code of conduct, and are loving ,friendly to the children and parents. The principal is great with children , and deals with them with fairness. When problems arise he is always willing and ready to meet the child and the parents to help solve problems. I honestly have not to deal with the principal very often, because I was able to resolve most all issues by first consulting with my child's teacher. All the office staff is cordial and helpful to those that belong and are just visiting the campus. I am well pleased with the school, but most importantly with the type of education provided here. Ounce again the curriculum, the discipline, and the structured enviroment is outstanding. Visit our school and see for yourself.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been with this school for many years. I love the academics and staff. I know that my children were loved, cared for and taught well. My older children have excelled as teenagers because of this program. This past month has been two of our families favorite highlights. Fall festival and the Veteran's Day program. What a great way to help create a family friendly environment. Thank you to the staff and all of the parent volunteers.
--Submitted by a parent

I could not be happier with this school. I took my son out of a nearby school and enrolled him in Benjamin Franklin. He has only attended 5th and 6th grade here, the only regret I have is that I did not look into this school sooner. The academics are well above other area schools, the staff, teachers, and principal are dedicated to providing the best care and academics to the students. The functions; Fall Festival, Christmas Concert, Field Day, etc. are wonderful. Thank you to BFCS for all you have done!
--Submitted by a parent

The school as a whole is better than average for sure; higher academics, great curriculum, most teachers are highly qualified and do a great job. However, in recent years (I have had kids there for 11 years now) there has been a trend toward incomplete handling of discipline issues, particularly related to bullying. I think it is a matter of policy as well as implementation and leadership by the principal. I have recently addressed this with the Board so hopefully changes will be forthcoming.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a parent volunteer at the Gilbert campus so I am at the school at least each week helping in my children's classroom. The structure and the accelerated curriculum is what brought me to this school. The teachers communicate with me frequently. The office staff is always friendly and helpful. I see the principal in the classrooms often. He is easy to work with. I have seen great changes in my children since they have been here. It is a great campus and I would recomment any parent looking for a great education for their children to check it out.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been a parent at this school for 4 years and find it to be excellent. From the principal to the office staff to the teachers all are friendly and making sure my needs and the needs of my child are met. I could not be happier.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is excellent! Great homework assignments, challenging, and good teachers, way above average. School does not infringe upon parental rights and requires 100% participation or parents in most activities. I have a daughter there now for the 3rd year, my son went for two. Try Hamilton Prep Academy in Chandler for 7 - 12 grades.
--Submitted by a parent

This is a great school academically. It's a very accelerated level of education. Although there is a high turnover with teachers, at the Gilbert Campus, they are all trained very well on how to implement the program by the great mentoring system in place between all 4 campus'. Overall, the school is great. My kids have been attending for 9 years and my oldest is now graduating Jr. High from the Power Campus. Very ready to attend public High School. The only issue I have, with the Gilbert campus, is the principal. He does not know how to support his teachers, support staff or parents of the students. If you have never had any 'dealings' with him, you probably would think that he is an excellent principal. But, if you have a child that needs extra attention, he is not the one you want to deal with them.
--Submitted by a parent

We have been impressed with the school overall. We brought our student to the school after attending 3 years of public school and never learning to read. Half way thru the first year and he is almost reading at his grade level. I have found the school to be very structured and strict however have observed some of there policies enforced depending on religion and politcal clout. I would recommend this school to all however be prepared for a very poorly engineered parking lot and a great deal of inconsiderate parents that do not know how to lead by example. And a staff that seems to just allow it. The principal we do have our reservations for but overall good school.
--Submitted by a parent