Clifford Elementary School

There is a great sense of community at Clifford School. My kids have been attending Clifford for the past 8 years and they love it.
--Submitted by a parent

We have are having a wonderful experience at Clifford. Our teachers have been excellent and the adminstration fair. There is a great sense of community at Clifford, with the parents and the kids. The kids are getting a well rounded education with slices of real life every day. Very positive experience!
--Submitted by a parent

During the 7 years I have been teaching at Clifford and my children have been attending, I have experienced an amazing sense of community from the parents, teachers, and school staff. Making the choice to have our children attend Clifford instead of the San Carlos school they were designated to attend wasn't easy. However, this many years later, we are pleased with our decision to do so as our children have been well educated and are very well rounded. Currently, there are 6 teachers and staff members who have their children attending Clifford, and over the past 20 years there have been many more. This in itself speaks to the character of this fine school.
--Submitted by a parent

As a Parent and Substitute Teacher for the Redwood City School District, I choose to work at Clifford above all other schools. The inclusiveness of staff and collaborative nature of administrators and parents have made this school a wonderful place for both staff and students. The sense of community on campus as well as the "family feel" of this K-8 is unlike any other. I don't understand why anyone in this neighborhood would choose to send their child anywhere else!
--Submitted by a teacher

I have worked at Clifford School for 16 years and love it! I live in the San Carlos School District and if I had children they would be in the White Oaks boundaries, but I wouldn't send them there. I would send them to Clifford! I work with very dedicated, hard working teachers who are here until 7-8pm at night and on weekends preparing their classrooms and lessons. Our parent community is very suppotive and involved. They do amazing volunteering, fundraising, and provide enrichment opportunities such as assemblies, field trips and after school enrichment classes. We have a very close knit community/family feel to our school that when you are on campus you get the vibe that it is a very special place.
--Submitted by a teacher

Have no fear sending your children to Clifford! It is a fabulous and well-rounded school. We have had a terrific experience there. The school has a richly diverse student population. The administration is responsive and fair. The teachers are dedicated and skilled.
--Submitted by a parent

While my children have been at Clifford for the past 6 years I have seen what a fantastic education my children are getting. Based on my childrens' high scoring on the state's standardized testing, I feel the academics at Clifford are great. Equally important are the home lessons that are reinforced at school such as dignity, respect and awareness of others talents despite their differences. It is important to my wife and I that that our children are taught in an environment that supports those values. Another great aspect of Clifford is the amazing Parent-Teacher Organization that has supported interests from PE & Sciene to Theatre. I can't ask for a better overall school experience for my family. GO CLIFFORD!
--Submitted by a parent

This First Rate school is a highly academic, community oriented and diverse K-8 school that offers countless opportunities to be creatively educated and enriched. As a parent at the school for more than 5 years, I have worked in the classrooms of my children and have experienced first hand the dedication, creativity, openness and excellent academic knowledge of the teachers. These teachers are skilled in working with children at all academic levels and work with them to achieve higher scores no matter where they start from. Clifford has numerous after school programs from Reading, Math and Music to Chess, Gardening and Art. Clifford's vibrant Parent-Teacher Organization funds the PE & Science programs as well as many community building events especially important since all the recent budget cuts. The teachers, administration and families embrace and celebrate the diversity at our school on many levels which is apparent in the way the children play with one another. We are truly thankful to have our family educated at this wonderful school.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been very happy with my kids teachers and instruction. Great supprt from most parents
--Submitted by a parent

Clifford School is an excellent example of what a top-notch community school looks like. The highly qualified, dedicated, and caring teachers keep the best interests of students in mind, providing education to meet their needs and raise them to the next level and beyond. Parents are encouraged to actively participate in the classroom and in various schoolwide activities. Administrators and staff are always happy to answer questions. It also has a very diverse student population with a wide range of ethnicities, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds- which are all welcomed and embraced. The administration always fairly addresses any issues. Even though class sizes have increased (everywhere, not just Clifford) additional support is provided where it is needed. The dedication to making Clifford a welcoming, positive educational environment truly makes it a great place to be!