Cielo Vista Elementary School

My daughter transitioned from Tutortime Kinder to Cielo Vista last year, and is about to go into 2nd grade in a few months. My 5 yr old will also be starting Kinder here. I cant say that I have any complaints about this school. My daughter is a total drama queen, and has her moments of needing to be disciplined, but the staff is great with this. I've been kept up to date on everything going on, and always get progress reports when requested. My daughter isn't an angel, FAR FROM IT! But I can honestly say she is getting a great education from this school. I look forward to having my son here in the next few months. I would highly recommend this school! As far as the office staff...everyone has their days! But I have yet to see the principal act rude, or give me any type of attitude. I can't say so much about the office staff, because they do make unnecessary comments. If there was a rating for the office staff it would be a negative star. I have caught a few of the ladies making rude comments in Spanish thinking that nobody understands them. With that said, I like this school, the teachers, and the principal!
—Submitted by a parent

Cielo Vista is an amazing school! The principal, teacher and office staff are very supportive and accommodating to all students, parents and visitors. it is interesting that the only 1 star I read isn't a parent that attends the school. If she were a parent who has a child at the school, she would know how much positive energy is in the school. My children have been attending CV for the past 3 years and the education is phenomenal. CV has a full time computer lab with 2 outstanding full time teachers who don't just sit there, but instruct K - 6 on computer skills. There are many different programs that struggling to GATE students obtain. My children are getting a better education at CV than a private school. I have not seen one rude or "bad" teacher or office staff especially the office manager at CV. Yes, the class sizes are not like they use to be with budget cuts, however, the teachers have not let this affect the quality of the education that my children receive. Thank you Dr. Peterson for your quality leadership and to all the teachers and staff at Cielo Vista!!!
—Submitted by a parent

the offece manager at this school is very rude i went in to pick up my girlfriends son granted i was 5 minutes late and this was my first time picking him up she jumped right on me giving me a lecture like i was one of the students there i tried explaining myself and she just walked into her office telling me she doesnt care i think in my personal oppinion i wouldn't want my child going to this school with this lady with her attitude
—Submitted by a parent

We are new to this school and school district, coming from Capo. After reading the reviews on how great this school was, we decided to move to this area. I have to say, after the back to school night, being herded into the auditorium for the 6th grade back to school, we didn't even get a chance to meet the teacher one on one to introduce ourselves. Then went on to meet our daughters 4th grade teacher, she went on to say how long she had been teaching and about her credentials and how well she prepared her students from 3rd grade to now 4th grade then went on to say how unprepared many students where that where coming from other schools. I found that to be extremely arrogant on her part. My daughter was an accelrated reader in her 3rd grade class and above average in her studies, both our children are. Her class room lacked any kind of character to encourage students to want to learn, the class room sizes are out of control, over 30 students per class? I'm not impressed with the teachers and the lack of "one on one" between teachers and students. It seems as though the students are just lost in the shuffle.
—Submitted by a parent

My kids have been at Cielo Vista for two years now and we are extremely happy. They do an amazing job of meeting the needs of all of the students. I have one GATE child and one that needs a little more help, and the teachers at CV have adapted for both of them beautifully. We love Cielo Vista.
—Submitted by a parent

Great school with amazing teachers and the best principal out there. They really care about helping kids learn and use creative approaches for all levels of learning. Does have an active GATE cluster group. Student Council and PAL for kids to be apart of. C.V. has smartboards in all classrooms, and new computers in the computer lab with excellent teachers in the computer lab who are a source of knowledge on educational, fun websites for kids. PTA supports Meet the Masters art program and funds for the librarians. Accelerated Reader program and Study Island are great programs the school uses. Upper grades do an amazing job preparing the kids for jr. high (check w/ RSM intermediate school to see their take on the different elementary schools and how their kids come prepared for jr. high). The Principal is very friendly and cares for the students. Don't write off C.V. because of it being a Title 1 school. Look into how the extra fund are being used to impact all students attending C.V. Again Great school!
—Submitted by a parent

Cielo Vista is an excellent elementary school. All three of my children attended this school and were more than prepared for junior high. The staff is top notch, the children are dedicated and our current principal, Dr. Peterson is very hands-on and making positive improvements to Cielo Vista every day! I encourage you to check out this school and even make an appointment to speak with Dr. Peterson about your child's future at Cielo Vista. You will be impressed!
—Submitted by a parent

So many great programs for kids. PAL, Student Council, PTA, and amazing staff and principal. Currently using SMART Boards in conjunction with iPads & iTouches.
—Submitted by a parent

Fantastic teachers, an amazing Principal, a state of the art computer lab with a teacher that is so dedicated and great. Tons of diversity and dedicated parents.
—Submitted by a parent

We are new to the city of Rancho Santa Margarita since summer of 08'. I found the ladies in the front office more than helpful with registering my three children, 6th,1st and a kindergartener for school. All 3 of my childrens teachers are excellent! They are friendly, knowledgeable, and great with their classes. Anytime I need to speak with any of them they are always available. On a daily basis you see and greet the principal and vice principal, and they have lots of staff on hand for the children before and after school, and during recess & lunch times. My children love this school, and I couldn't have moved into a better area with a great school!!!
—Submitted by a parent

From the principal, to the teachers, to the PTA, Student Council, and the Talent Show, Cielo Vista offers it all. The quality of education is superior, and challenges our children in every way.
—Submitted by a parent

Cielo Vista School has been a California Distinguished School twice in the last ten years. It is a large school with a diverse population. The parents are heavily involved and contribute a lot of time and effort to make this school an excellent school. Teachers are well respected by students and the community due to their willingness to go that extra mile with each and every student. There are many programs available at Cielo Vista that encompass all subject areas. There is an after school enrichment program taught by teachers and parents, some of the classes include gardening, sports camp, cooking, spanish and scrapbooking. Cielo Vista's goal is to promote excellence for students.
—Submitted by an administrator

My two daughters have been at Cielo Vista for three years and have had an exceptional experience thus far. The prinicpal and staff are always assessible and my daughter's teachers have been suited perfectly for their needs. Each of their classes are geared for their particulare level of learning so the diversity of the student population does not affect their learning potential. We attended a private school prior to Cielo Vista and it was very difficult (if not impossible) to modify the curriculm for the special (advanced) needs of my children. CV also continues to offer a fine music and art program dispite all the cutbacks. I am very pleased with this school.
—Submitted by Patty Morris, a parent

It's too early for me to tell how the school is regarding their curriculum or their style of teaching, but I do know that the people at the front office need to learn how to be more pleasant. They are the first impression of the school and they left a bad taste in my mouth. They are rude and abrupt.
—Submitted by a parent

Our daughter has excelled tremendously at Cielo Vista. The school challenges her to strive to do her best, both in her studies and in a social atmosphere. Discipline and respect are seen in the students who attend here.
—Submitted by a parent

My son has been in Cielo Vista for two years now and is just about to start 5th grade. His teachers have been amazing. Lots of communication. I have never been the parent that volunteered before. I love doing it now. The quality of a school is often based on the quality of the teachers. These are the best!
—Submitted by a parent

My wife and I are very happy with Cielo Vista school. We had our 3 children attending grades 1,3,6 in 2002-03, and were very pleased with the high level of teaching and support they recieved in each of thier classes. We moved to RSM from another school district in OC and Cielo Vista ES gets excellent rating from both of us.

My kids attend here one is special needs and has gone two others schools (hated getting up in the morning)... the younger started K and is just finishing 1st. Since transferrng to Cielo Vista I can say they love school, they love the teachers, the admin staff and even the crossing guards! I feel they are doing a wonderful job with our students.