Encino Charter Elementary School

Truly an amazing school for special education kids. This school is one of the best in LAUSD if your child is mild on the spectrum. Also, it's small and has a nice homey feel.
—Submitted by a parent

I could not ask for better. We had our son in a private school for pre-K and were so let down by the teachers and administration, that looking for a new school made us both tired and negative. After spending last year with Encino, and our son having the best Kinder experience I could ask for - I will tell anyone who asks what makes Encino Charter such a phenominal school. The teachers are caring, well trained and concerned about students from the second they arrive until the minute they leave. The principal is superb at her job. She balances nurture and discipline fairly, in my opinion. The parents are so involved and if the school was not performing to their standards, why would they spend so much time there. The students are the best part of the school. They really care about their own goals and accomplishments and are proud to be at school. You can see it every morning at assembly. It speaks volumes to what their day is like. As a parent I couldn't ask for more. THANK YOU!!
—Submitted by a parent

We feel so lucky to have our son at Encino! We have such an amazing group of Teachers & Parents that work together to make this the best school for our children!
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I am so happy both my boys have the opportunity to attend this school. Teachers and parents are very involved and the principal is always available and willing to assist in anything that is needed.
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I could not be happier to be a part of this school, with two kids currently enrolled. From the principal to the teachers to the parents, everyone is involved and invested in the kids and in making sure they receive a quality education. This school is a gem within the LAUSD system.
—Submitted by a parent

I love this school. it is clean. Teachers are so caring for the kids. Their reading rocks program is fantastic and really energizes the kids to read. Parent involvement is really high. My sons wouldn't want to go to school anywhere else.
—Submitted by a parent

This a wonderful school. The parent involvement is amazing! the staff is caring and nurturing! I love this school. This is truly what an elementary school should be and others should strive to be.
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The best kept secret in the valley is this school! What a fine example of what a public school should strive to be like. Encino Explorers ROCK! I have two girls at Encino. My Kinder is in Ingram's class (love him) and my older daughter because she is an SAS student is in Mrs. Siskens 3rd grade classroom (love her). We are new this year as this is our neighborhood school and I can't say enough wonderful things about this school. The Principal Mrs. Marcia Koff is in one word AMAZING! I have never ever seen a principal who goes way beyond the call of duty. She is what makes this school Outstanding. I love how she includes EVERYONE, and makes you as a parent welcome. She is by far an asset to Encino Elementary. Not sure why this school is not graded with a 10. No one can top this incredible school. We are honored to be a part of Encino Elementary!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter had a great Kinder year and is loving 1st grade. The parent involvement here is OFF THE HOOK and really makes a difference. I couldn't be more thrilled with the teachers, staff, students and facilities.
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My daughter is beginning 1st Grade today and my son who is now 13 graduated from Encino. We are so lucky to have won a seat in Open Enrollment! We loved our son here and now our daughter is so fortunate! I have one more little 3 year old and I hope I can continue with him enrolling as well!
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We are so lucky to be at Encino. My daughter will be entering 1st grade this year, and we discovered quickly last year how above and beyond the faculty goes for their students. The new principal is amazing with the right balance of authority and warmth. But what makes the school are the parents and families who realize that LAUSD's cutbacks would be tragic if they didn't step up to fill in the gaps. Parent fund-raising supports an art, science, computer and P.E. teacher as well as keeps the library supported by an awesome librarian. We could not be happier.
—Submitted by a parent

We love Encino Elementary. The education my son is getting is fantastic. He is in the SAS program and is appropriately challenged. His teachers are caring and wonderful. The library is beautiful. I am so happ I can send my son to such a great school
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Great school in every aspect! The teachers are wonderful. And they put great emphasis in all aspects of education like art, computer, science and PE, not only the regular academic curriculum. Truly deserving of being called a GREAT school!
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This school has been great. After a horrible experience at my son's old private school, Encino Elementary Staff was very welcoming. Encino's staff really cares about the kids and the parents are always actively involved. As new comers we were welcomes by the staff, teachers, and even the kids where very sweet to my son. We have now been there for over two years. My son enjoys going to school and loves all his teachers. i can not recommend Encino Elementary School enough. If you want harding individuals who really care about your child to look after there well being this is the school to go too!
—Submitted by a parent

Fantastic school! Love how involved the parents are and what a great job the teachers do.
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We feel so fortunate to have found Encino Elementary School. With all the LAUSD cutbacks we were worried that we would need to send our daughter to private school in order to get her a quality education. But the level of parent involvement at this school is truly unbelievable, along with a Principal who encourages and supports her teachers and students. The reading program is amazing, along with the library and our wonderful librarian. The computer lab and teacher are top notch... the diversity of the student population is truly a microcosm of the entire country, makes us very proud to be Encino Elementary School parents, can't say enough good things about it!
—Submitted by a parent

We are very happy at Encino Elementary. The teachers are excellent and the computer lab, PE and art and science teachers are all supported by the parent association. a lovely community where my children are thriving.
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I culminated from Encino Elementary last year and I am so happy I had the greatest 6 years of school!!! I loved that school so much, and I wish the school would continue up to 12th grade. Thanks to all of my teachers who helped me throughout my years and i will never regret going to that wonderful school!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great community of families and faculty working together. Dad's and Dudes know how to put on great events and the ETEAM works hard to raise funds for the increasingly long list of programs NOT funded by the district. I heart Encino Elementary.
—Submitted by a parent

My son just started kindergarten, and loves it! I am very impressed with the structure and organization. This school made me feel as if it was a private school, with the loving attention and student support, from both teachers and parents. Very Happy!
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