Borton Primary Magnet School

No academic focus. When my daughter transitioned into 3rd grade at her new school, she was really behind on her reading, writing, and math.
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We absolutely LOVE Borton. It is a wonderful community where everyone knows my daughter's name and looks out for her. The teachers are top notch and I like the administration even more-- definitely a great school!
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My daughter just finished Kindergarten and we love the school. If your child loves the arts and being creative then you will love this school. If you want a strict traditional school this will not the the place for you.
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Very disappointed. Their academics are poorly enforced and their discipline standards are also very low.
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This school is very progressive,cares about the students, gave all four of my children their greatest start in their successful lives and the staff and principal there are amazing.
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I have had my daughter at Borton for 2 years. She and I both absolutely love this school. And they will hopefully be adding a 3rd grade! It is very nurturing and inclusive. If you can get in to this magnet school, do it! :)
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this school is a wonderful pace to learn. this school and Tully elementary are the 2 best schools a parent can send their child

This is one of, if not the best school for young starters-you can tell just by walking in one classroom that there is extreme student involvement-and they enjoy learning. The whole enviornment of the school makes you happy the second you walk on the grounds. I strongly recommend this school-only down fall, it only goes to 2nd grade.
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I have had 3 children at this school and I think it is wonderful. It has a very close community feeling. There is a strong art and music component. But I think the best thing is the overall atmosphere at the school. It is very comfortable and nuturing. The teachers teach the children to be kind to each other, and I have seen almost no problems with bullies or rough behavior.
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Fantastic school - absolutely wonderful principal. There is full-time PE as well as full-time art and music. My first child was there for three years and now I have a child in a K/1st combo class. Great diversity, lots of love, huge playground and a three acre bird sanctuary! A winner of a teaching innovations award from Microsoft Corporation this year (2006/2007). This school has lots to offer. I highly recommend it.
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