Castille Elementary School

Castille is AWESOME...everyone is loving and friendly. I can't say enough great things about the teachers, principal, office staff and parents...Everyone is all about making this place the best it can be! My son is receiving a top notch education. I am amazed what they are teaching these kids...A++
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We love this school. My son first went to Melina Heights and I was afraid that Castille wasn't good enough for him but as soon as we met the teachers and the principal, we knew he was going to be fine. His first grade teacher was amazing, the best teacher so far since preschool and now his second grade teacher is as good as the first grade one. Have to more kids and I am sure they will be as happy as my older boy!
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Castille is an exceptional school. The student body is made up of genuinely kind, caring, and determined individuals who enjoy coming to school. The families of these students are dedicated to helping in any way they can to ensure their children are getting a quality education. The teachers, staff, and principal are incredibly professional, dedicated, and truly caring people. The whole child is important to all of the adults that walk through Castille's doors every day! A culture of excellence, integrity, and responsibility permeates throughout the entire school. There isn't a day that goes by that one won't witness teachers going above and beyond the call of duty. There is no reason to pay for a private education! Castille is a fantastic school!
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My child is in her last of 6 years at this superb school. She has had exceptional teachers who got better each year. Each looked for ways to encourage, enhance and bring each child to their potential, striving to bring out a life-long joy and benefit of learning and character. There have been 3 principals in 6 years and, like the teachers, just got better. The current one, Mrs. Lyon is loved and respected by students, parents and teachers. She always has the success & safety of the students in mind, has an open door, a smart mind, and a loving heart. The front office staff is nothing short of exceptional - always on top of what needs to be done for the kids or the school - and with a simle and helpful hand. Mr. G, the custodian, has made the school look it's best and is always there when you need him. A vibrant, successful PTA and plus parent involvement has kept so many programs here for our children when the district has failed miserably. I, and my daughter, couldn't have been happier and more satisfied that this has been her elementary school. There is the interest, attention, drive, and care of a private school at public school prices. Thanks, Castille staff!
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This is an incredible school!!! We have four children attending Castille. We have been at this school for 3 years now and greatly enjoy the school for so many reasons. The teachers are incredible and take individual time and attention to support the children academically as well as in other developmental growth needed. We respect the leadership of the school greatly, Mrs. Lyon is the most exceptional principal I have had the pleasure of knowing. Our children are blessed to be in such a great school. It is about the people at Castille - the teachers and Administration makes an amazing school and culture with such limited funding our public schools receives. It is a wonderful place for our children; we enjoy watching them grow in their education and character as well! The Castille community is dedicated to the children and ensuring they receive an excellent educational experience!
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We transferred to Castille in my daughters 3rd grade year from a private school....we could not be happier with our choice! Love, love, love this school and it's teachers!!!
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My third child to attend Castille is in her final year there and experience with the school now extends to a decade. The staff is generally excellent; experienced, forward looking and kind. The physical plant is adequate and parental involvement has been ongoing over the years. There has been a fair amount of turnover of principals over the years, but the majority have been strong and interested in improving the school. The current appears to be the hardest working, as I see her there 2 hours after everyone else is gone on a regular basis. A special thanks to Mr. G, the rock that has held things together there and a positive influence that has outlasted all teachers and administrators (the custodian) ! Thanks Mr. G. !! Thanks Castille Staff. If there are any issues, it's more at the District level than at Castille.
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This is a public school with the teaching staff, credentials and volunteer parent support expected more from a private school.
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This is my first year as a parent at Castille. I have one kindergartener and one preschooler. They absolutely love it!! The Principal and all the teachers are very nice and they all make themselves available to answer any questions we, as parents, may have.
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We are relatively new to the area and every parent I have talked to, has raved about Castille, their teachers and the staff. Despite California's poor funding for education, the teachers remain dedicated and excited about teaching. I feel confident sending my only child to Castille Elementary School.
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