Aurora Quest K-8

we are a new family in this school. I want to get more information.I love this school. It has been the best decision to go here. The teachers really do know how to teach you, and if you are confused you can always go to them for help. I get the education I need, which was not given to me at my other school because I was always a higher level here.
—Submitted by a parent

School does have a great facility. tear her have been changing recently including the principle and dean, and vice,seems like everyone running from the boat, we don't know why. The curriculum especially in math is weak I agree, most of the kids came to kindergarten with 1st or 2nd grade knowledge, and the teachers did not create any special groups for them, but placed everyone at the beginning starting with counting objects and dots, putting responsibilities on parents to keep previously obtained knowledge alive and practice at home. Hardly any homework, poor communication with parents, one may be two parent teacher conferences a year, one is a must, second is optional, no grading on work done at school that comes home only at the end of the week, keeps parents pretty much unaware of how the kids are performing poorly or not. The report card does not reflect much either since the letter P means everything from C+ to A. Good part we liked so far are reading groups, so the kids can read exactly at the level they are, they are getting tested at least three times a year, but again if the parent doesn't ask the teachers about the scores, they don't volunteer that information. P
—Submitted by a parent

Quest is supposed to be a magnet school for the gifted and talented. Parents choose this school so their children will be surrounded by like-minded peers and will be challenged in academics. It is a privilege to be enrolled in this school and that privilege should be revoked if students are not behaving appropriately. Bullying and classroom disruptions are found across the grade levels and nothing is being done (other than sweeping every incident under the rug). Unfortunately, Quest is failing ALL students by not asking problematic students to return to their original schools and opening those slots to other deserving kids. Quest is also failing ALL students in other matters: Spending 20 minutes every day on "RISE" (their guiding principles) is a waste of academic instructional time. The strict adherence to an inferior math "curriculum" that does not teach algorithms is absurd. Research has proven the inferiority of "Investigations" and even the Colorado State Standards require that algorithms be taught. Students are not being challenged in math! So sad!!! Making the "numbers" look good is the priority at this school, not the education of the gifted and talented.
—Submitted by a parent

So sad that we had to move. My boys both went here and loved it. My oldest went here for 3-5th grade and still talks about it. (He's in 7th grade now). My youngest son only go to go for one year (kindergarten) and Ms. Neff, now Mrs. Garcia I believe was absolutely fantastic. They both excelled here and thankfully I was able to find a school where we live now that is almost equally as great. If we weren't so far I would never have taken them out.
—Submitted by a parent

I love quest I've gone here since I was in second grade and now I'm in sixth. Quest is my pace and that is advanced. If I ever had to switch schools that would only be in high school. My parents love my school and so do I so go QUEST!!!!!

We felt very blessed to have our daughter attend quest from her 5th through 8th grade years. The Aurora Public School district has such poor middle schools so we were so relieved to get her in Quest for those important years. My daughter was doing 7th grade math that I had done in college! She learned everything about technology and computers. The only think I would say was lacking was Geography (something very important in my day). She couldn't tell me the states and capitals, etc. Luckily this is something I can easily teach her myself. Sadly my son has not tested gifted so we haven't been able to get him in Quest and are having to try one of the "regular" APS middle schools. We hope for the best.
—Submitted by a parent

Yes, this school is better than many in Aurora but I felt they spent an inordinate amount of time teaching to the CSAP test. Of course their scores are high when the students spend a great deal of time "practicing" for the test! This preparation ensures high scores but takes away from learning. There are some good teachers at this school but with close to 40 kids in my son's middle school math class, a lot of time is spent on "classroom management" and not as much time is spent on learning. There were many group projects in most classes and the good kids were almost always paired up with the troublemakers. Sure, it's a great life lesson on conflict resolution (or not, since some kids truly didn't care) but these are formative years for education. I was not willing to let my kid babysit at the expense of his education. He attends an online school now and is thriving. I love the concept of Quest but they suffer from lack of funding as most schools do. Too many students per class, too much emphasis on the CSAP, and too much focus on the kids who need discipline while the good kids often slip through the cracks because they don't demand immediate and constant attention.
—Submitted by a parent

It's great to have my kid at Quest, where so many parents are actively involved and supportive. Of course there might be a bad apple (apparently there is, although I haven't seen it myself) but I can say that I have found the parents I have met take responsibility for their kids and their education, and that is just one of the many absolutely wonderful things about the school.
—Submitted by a parent

I think the school speaks for itself! Look at the numbers. Tour the facility. Meet the parents. Meet the teachers. If you can't feel the positive vibe in person.. if you can't see the attitudes that are obvious in the children's demeanor.. then you must be having a bad day! We just love it!
—Submitted by a parent

The CSAP scores and the awards from the CDE are proof that this school is doing all it can to educate our children totally, not just academically. Aurora Quest is a great school not just because of the building. We have very dedicted teachers who go the extra mile to ensure that no child is left behind. Children who are gifted are taken beyond their ability and imagination and those who are not arestretched beyond their capacity. Those who do not want to work will not do well at quest, sorry. Our new principal is doing a great job.
—Submitted by a parent

My boys are going to this school now, sadly for the last year because we have to move. The teachers are amazing. My son is in kindergarten and he got tested for placement at his new school and they recommended that he skip 1st grade and go straight to 2nd grade! My older son has attention issues and his teacher has done everything she can to help him with this. Amazing teachers and staff. I wish this school up and move it to where we will be moving to. I know that the other schools will fail in comparison to this one.
—Submitted by a parent

Love Aurora Quest. Its the best school in town. I did lot of research To choose school for my kids and this was the best choice.I would recommend any one looking for good school.
—Submitted by a parent

We love this school! Great teachers, wonderfull staff, awesome facilities. If your child is gifted or an accelerated learner, this is the school you want your child to attend! I love that the student body is so diverse, and what is great is everyone is committed to their child attending - it isn't in a neighborhood persay, so it is basically its own community, but of choice. The parents all put in a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer work, so the school is very supported by its parents, and both sides (parents, staff) feel very appreciated. I love all the feedback I receive from my daughter's teachers, and my favorite part is that everyone (the staff, other students, etc.) seems to know her name, even though she is only in the 1st grade. Children are very challenged, and my daughter is personally challenged at her level - the teachers and staff have the freedom to challenge the children individually based on their own skill levels & talents. Love love love Aurora Quest K-8!!
—Submitted by a parent

I would give Quest 6 stars if I could. The school is well run. The teachers really care. The students are the best. The parents are involved. We had our son in private school for first grade and I am so glad we switched to Quest. Our family is truly lucky.
—Submitted by a parent

I have had one of my boys in Aurora Quest for 8 years, and my younger 2 were just accepted. This has been a wonderful school for my gifted boys. The teachers keep my kids challenged and interested in learning. Aurora Quest also give my boys the opportunity to further their education with high school credit in 7th and 8th grades. My oldest will be going on to high school to where he will not only receive his diploma, but an associates degree when he graduates. He will be able to do so because of the education he received at Aurora Quest K-8. I firmly believe that Aurora Quest K-8 is the best school in the state, not just my opinion, but with the state testing scores. The teachers are also top rated in my opinion. They actually care about the students to ensure they succeed.
—Submitted by a parent

I love this school. It has been the best decision to go here. The teachers really do know how to teach you, and if you are confused you can always go to them for help. I get the education I need, which was not given to me at my other school because I was always a higher level here. Bullying is not a problem and the friends you can get there are wonderful. This is a great school to go to.
—Submitted by a student

Great School and Great Staff! I couldn't ask for a better school for my child.
—Submitted by a parent

I learn alot i am taking a high school math calss which is triganomatry and core 2
—Submitted by a student

This is a beautiful new school with caring adults, from the Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean, teachers and office staff. Everyone wants the children to suceed. My child is doing very well there. Most of the children are about working about 1 year in advance. This is the best school with a wonderful attitude toward gifted children
—Submitted by a parent

Wow! We are so impressed with this school, and our son has never done so well. Excellent teacher and staff, and a beautiful campus.
—Submitted by a parent