Private | K-3 | Evangelical | 121 students |
PHONE: (562) 861-4419
Kirkwood Christian Schools is a private elementary school in Downey, California. It is coed and Evangelical affiliated, serving 121 students in grades K-3.
This school has an average Community Rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on reviews from 14 school community members.
School highlights:
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Rio San Gabriel Elementary School 0.5 miles | |||
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My son is in the pre-school program and loves it! He started about a year ago. His teachers care about the kids and so far my son is thriving and adores all of the staff. As a parent mentioned before, yes they still use tapes but you are told when you go and visit what their curriculum is and what material they use. No surprises if you ask the right questions and observe the school and classrooms before you sign your child up. There is fundraiser going on to upgrade and get computers.
Staff has no consideration for children's needs nor parents. My child has gotten lice from the school twice from the school and no notice is not posted till several children are infected. Staff knew of prior lice problem but waited a week and half to notify parents after my child and several other were infested with lice. Tuition is not cheap to not notify parents ahead of time. One of the most expensive schools in the area and not worth the outdated practices and teachings. Kids are still being taught on old cassette tapes yes cassette tapes to the learn the lessons of Dr Kirkwood.
I love this school.My child has been attending Kirkwood since he has 2. Now he is 4 and he loves it. The staff is wonderfull; they take time to let know each child and treat them with respect.
My daughter started the Preschool when she was 2 years old. It was hard on mommy to put her baby in a preschool. However, the entire staff made me and my daughter feel like family. They took the time to let me know what she was doing during the day and did not mind the many phone calls I made to check up on her. She is now in Kinder at the Elementary school and that was a tough transitions for her but the teacher there had the same patience with us as the preschool did. She has loved each of her teachers and is learning a lot. My husband and I thank Kirkwood for educating our daughter and taking care of her when we can't. She will be attending Kirkwood thru 3rd grade and I hope we cane find a school as good as Kirkwood for 4th grade.
My son is at the preschool campus. He loves school, and loves his teachers. He has to stop by the office almost every night to say bye to the Director.
This is an excellent school. As a parent and teacher, I want the best education for my child. This is definitely it!! My two year old is excited about learning. She is counting, identifying her shapes, colors and so forth. Overall, this is an exceptional school and I recommend it to everyone!!!
This school has done an excellent job so far. The teachers and staff are not only professional but very friendly and make you feel part of the community. Because the school is so small, our kids are better attended to. The academics are exceptional and the swim program in the summer is an added bonus!
The school is great, my daughter has been there since kindergarden and is due to graduate in 09'. They work well with her and are great with me too. My daughter has shown great improvement beacuase of the staff at Kirkwood
mixed feeling about this school, i must say administration primarily the prinicipal has issues and at times one can feel quite uncomfortable questioning if this school is the best for my child. depending what class and who the teacher is makes the difference.
Caring environment. Good education. Lacking sports and music programs but have a good swim program in summer
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