Creekside Elementary School

I love my daughter being in this school... the kindergarten program here is superb, and her teacher is the best. She has made so much progress in not only her education, but her social life and discipline this year. The school is clean and safe, and the ESS program is top notch. I would recommend anyone that is thinking of moving to San Diego to move to Poway and enroll their children in this school... I feel very fortunate that my daughter attends.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a parent of 2 elementary school kids that go to this school. The nice thing about this school is that the building is new and they have decent facilities. A lot of the teachers have moved from/to other schools and some say that some of the better teachers have left the school. The principal is rigid in her approach. My son when he started first grade with this school was at 3 rd grade math and reading level and now he is in the 2nd grade and is still at 3rd grade math and reading. The school is not doing enough to encourage brighter kids and aims at even-ing out the children. The class room teachers are not adequately stocked with material for over achievers nor does the school encourage kids to attend higher grade for subjects. The principal offers very little support for gifted kids.
--Submitted by a parent

Wonderful teachers and a fine school. Wish I could say the same about the new principal, but perhaps she'll come around. My kids have loved all their teachers, the test scores are high, overall a great experience
--Submitted by a parent

I'm a Grandma involved in my grandchildren's lives so I'm often at Creekside Elementary and see the Principal, Teachers, Staff and Volunteers doing an excellant job. This has to be the best Elementary School in San Diego, CA.
--Submitted by Margaret Hollingsworth, a parent

We love Creekside! This is a top notch school and are so happy our children are here. The principal is not well-liked and seems to have control issues. In spite of that it is still a terrific environment with an active PTA and Kids Korps program.
--Submitted by a parent

If the principal was more approachable she would be made aware of the unhappiness of a majority of parents over some of the things she has chosen to stand behind. People are afraid to speak their mind and they also know that their opinions will not matter in the long run. Success is based on more than test scores - moral and support of families should also be of utmost importance. If the school parents were polled annon. the results would be astounding.
--Submitted by a parent

Don't listen to any of the bad reviews below. The principal is awesome, the teachers are wonderful and this school is a wonderful place to be. As a long time Creekside parent, I can assure you that this is one of the best elementary schools around. The PTA, CEF and Kids Korp help enhance and already amazing elementary school.
--Submitted by a parent

As a longtime Creekside family, we are very happy with the school. The school, under our new principal, is definitely better than it has ever been before. She is wonderful, and so are the teachers. Yes, there have been changes over the past couple of years, but they have been improvements. I would give the school, principal and teachers an A+
--Submitted by a parent

Creekside is an amazing school. The Principal, teachers and support staff are so approachable, nothing is a problem. They go the extra mile to ensure your child is in a happy learning environment. The scores are a reflection of this 'can do' attitude. Safety of the student on campus is an extremely high priority of the Principal's. This is reflected in the many changes she has implemented this year after meeting with parents on several occasions during the year to get their views. Also I love the positive way students are disciplined and the way parents are always kept informed.The office staff and custodians are always courteous and friendly. There is an awesome team spirit at this school that makes parents wish to volunteer!
--Submitted by a parent

Creekside is a great school. Lots of parental involvement and dedicated teachers. The new principal is not very approachable and support staff are not the most helpful, however, the school as a whole is a wonderful place for children to learn and grow.
--Submitted by a parent