Welby Way Elementary School

Great school and great teachers! Our son is in the Magnet program and we couldn't be happier with the choice that we made to enroll him in this school. Looking forward to 4th grade! :)
--Submitted by a parent

My son just culminated from the 5th grade magnet program after 4 years of attending the school. The teachers, staff, and parent involvement at Welby Way is outstanding. To attend this school is to be part of a community, and it was the best choice we could have made for our child.
--Submitted by a parent

Welby Way is a true gem. The staff really understands what it means to educate our children. The teachers have high academic expectations, but they also focus on finding creative and innovative ways to teach. They care about helping the children become well-rounded people who care about the world. There is always a schoolwide activity going on. Living a block away from school, I see teachers and the principal at school late at night and on the weekends working or attending a school event on a regular basis. Even with the harsh budget cuts over the past two years, the school has managed to keep the music teacher, ballroom dancing, computer program, and the PE program. Everyone really cares and my children love going to school.
--Submitted by a parent

As a concerned parent who has been actively involved it is hard to say the truth about this school. Unfortunately the school is on a downhill path with an admin who only cares about test scores and wants to cancel all art and extra curricular programs. I question the schools test scores, teacher hiring practices, and overall future. It was once a great place and I am glad that my children will soon be moving on.
--Submitted by a parent

The Magnet program is comprehensive and gives a solid base for Middle School. Although LAUSD is in crisis and the school does not escape from budget problems, the POWW ( Parents Association ) contributes in many way to keep the standards high.

Welby is a great academic environment. My daughter started last year in full day Kindergarten and coming from private preschool I was skeptical. The teachers are very in tune and the small class sizes coupled with strong parental involvement make it easy to understand the high test scores. I would like to emphasize this school has strong parental involvement. All parents give both cash and time to the school. With N=22 kids in her kindergarten class and three slots per day for volunteers it takes everyone. ;)
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers and programs are first-rate and everyone makes you feel like you are a part of a family.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers, the adminstrative staff, and all the families that make up the community that is Welby Way. It has been, and continues to be, a meaningful and memorable learning experience for my child. I can't say enough good things about Welby Way Elementary School.
--Submitted by a parent

Welby Way is a warm and secure school with excellent teachers who provide the necessary tools for an enriching education.
--Submitted by a parent

great school in every possible way.
--Submitted by a parent