Cambridge Academy East

My child has been a student at the Queen Creek campus for 2yrs now and I would never imagine him anywhere else. The teachers they bring in are the best and if the teachers are not willing to accept the new curriculum that are coming down then they will find teachers that are. The main focus of the school are the children and that is how it should be. As for the front office, there is one very sweet, caring and over worked lady that sits behind the big desk and what people forget is, is that she is there to help our children. When one is sick they come to see her or when one gets hurt it is her that helps clean them up, so if she comes across a little rude remember she is being that mother figure for our kids when we can't be there to clean them up. Lastly for those people that want to find the negative in everything, where are you when the school needs volunteers? For Cambridge to continue to Excell more parents need to get involved. I have a fulltime job just like many but I will bend over backwards to make sure my child has the best education he can get even with my work schedule. The children should always come First and at Cambridge they do.
--Submitted by a parent

I have entrusted my two children (four years) with Cambridge's Mesa Campus. I feel for those parents giving less than five stars, unfortunately perception is reality to folks. I can say while I wish there more extracurricular activities I wouldn't trade their amazing teachers, class size, challenging curriculum and the parent involvement for them. My kids feel like they are part of family, no bulling, no cliques, no out cast. Thank you to Cambridge for providing my family with a great educational foundation.
--Submitted by a parent

I find it so disheartening to read some of the reviews that people post about this school. You will never find a school that is totally perfect, but I feel that Cambridge is the closest you will get. I help but notice all the effort that the staff and teachers put into making that school the best. Drive by on the weekends or evenings and you will see they are working. I have always been able to speak to the principals or teachers anytime I have asked.They have been more then willing to accomodate my needs and my child's.The staff has never been rude to me even when it has been hectic up front. I see them calling home for homework, lunches, taking care of injured and sick children and helping parents. Remember they are caring for 300 + children not just 1or 2. I agree with the last post! Look at yourself and your parenting skills before you criticize! Do you do your part as a parent to make their day run smoother?Do you make sure that they have what is needed for the school day? Maybe if parents did,teachers, staff and administration could focus on the educational aspect!They should make a site where teachers and administration of schools could post their reviews of parents!
--Submitted by a parent

I have a daughter enrolled in Kindergarten at the Queen Creek location and another for the next year. I volunteer in the classroom every week. Those teachers work very hard and go above and beyond their job requirements for each and every child. As for the comment about the kindergarten classes, you should be thrilled they are willing to change the curriculum if the current one is not meeting your child's needs. Behavior of the children in the classroom is a clear reflection of what they are allowed to get away with at home. You should look at your parenting skills and see how you can improve in order to help your child. Many parents believe that it is the teachers' responsibility to fix their children.Teachers and staff give money, lunches, clothing and supplies to children that may be without. Is that part of their job or is that something you overlooked as part of your job. Get your children to school on time, homework completed, lunch packed and fully rested for school. I have nothing but praise for the front office staff and teachers!!! Their jobs are not easy, especially dealing with some of the disrespectful parents and visitors that they encounter on a daily basis!
--Submitted by a parent

I have never had a "bad" experience at a school, but i went to the school was treated like total you know what... the front office staff is so rude! Im so glad that my kid goes to a VERY awsome school out here in Queen Creek!! I will NEVER think twice about sending my kids to this school....

I can't believe how terrible our experience was here! We had looked forward to all the wonderful promises of the curriculum and staff, but was shocked at the reality. The entire kindergarten staff was changed 2011/2012, and the new teachers still have no idea what is going on. Our child's teacher admitted that the curriculum was new and there was no training. The behavior of the classroom was out of control, with children crying and/or wandering EVERY time we stopped in to check on her. I witnessed children being sat in a corner, and teachers using very negative behavior. We waited months for things to get better, but it didn't. At least eight other families have left from our classroom, and it isn't hard to see why the turnover is so high. What a disappointment this school is! My wife and I tried to speak to the admin, but they seemed to be more interested in the new junior high being built than in what is going on in kindergarten.
--Submitted by a parent

Wow... It seems like the person who posted on February 3rd is very unhappy. I have not had the same experience at all! In fact, I have always just walked in and spoken with the principal on several occasions without needed an appointment! The pricipal was also my daughters coach for Girls on the Run and ran the race with them. All of the teachers are amazing and the school goes above and beyond in many areas. Maybe it takes going somewhere else to realize what a great school it is! We are not going anywhere!
--Submitted by a parent

WE LOVE THIS SCHOOL! My son went to an FUSD school before this and we were all miserable. He hated going to school and I hated sending him there. He started 7th grade at Cambridge Academy in Queen Creek at the begining of this school year and 7 months later, we are SO thrilled. My son is excited to go to school every day. He feels safe! He is learning so much more than before and he has a great support system. The classroom sizes are incredible (less than 20 in his class). The communication lines are open with the staff. The teachers have high (yet reasonable) expectations, but enforce them in a friendly, supportive manner. I absolutely love every single one of his teachers (Mrs. Nieder, Mrs. Meeussen, Mr. Dillon, and Mrs. Gonzalez). Also, the front desk is ran by Ms. Liz and she is always working hard and willing to help out. I feel like everyone is highly invested in my child's education and well-being. There is such a great sense of caring and community. Thankfully they are expanding to 8th grade next year. I am not sure where we would be without this school! Now I can breathe again...at least until high school....
--Submitted by a parent

For the past few years my daughter has attended the Cambridge QC loaction. The first year went well but I was never happy with how the adminstration handled things. This year has turned out to be an absolute nightmare and I can guarantee that my child will not be returning. The teacher turnover here is unbelievable and I have been talking with other parents and there are many of them removing thier kids from this school. Have fun trying to get in touch with the principle as she is never there and when you do finally talk to her she is rude and comes across like I am wasting her time.
--Submitted by a parent

The only good thing I have to say about the Queen Creek school would be is that the teachers and staff there are great. They are kind, caring and very helpful. The staff seem to pick up the slack for the absent administration.They are always working hard and willing to help in any way they can.The teachers are truly amazing! The principal is lazy, rude and extremely unprofessional! She is all show and no action. I have heard her say, "What do they (parents) want from me?" All we want is to have a principal that does her job and keep the promises that she stated when during tours of the school. Stop promising things that you know are not going to come true. She is always coming in late and I have witnessed heard her yell at the employees and parents when walking into the building. I have seen her on several occasions at the nail salon during school hours. What does she think parents are going to say. Step up and do your job and stop blaming the parents for voicing their opinions. Yes, you are not going to please everyone, but at least do your job so that you have at least one thing in your defense. Don't be fooled by this school and their empty promises.
--Submitted by a parent