Seven Springs Elementary School

I have nothing but great things to say about SSES. The teachers and admin are so caring and wonderful people. My daughter has loved every single teacher she has had there. She is going into 5th grade and I know they will prepare her for middle school. I have no doubt she will be ready at the end of her year! I know she will miss it very much. She is becoming a wonderful young girl that truly loves school and learning. Thank you teachers for all your hard work and dedication!!! You truly are amazing!!!
--Submitted by a parent

My son has absolutely thrived at SSES. The school doesn't have the same reputation as the Trinity schools, but the teachers are really top notch. The caliber of families has changed in recent years, as most are in the free/reduced lunch program. Feedback from the teachers indicate that parents have gotten very defensive when informed that their children's progress isn't adequate (blame FCAT and other standards, not the educator). It's also a school that takes on children with certain emotional and other handicaps, which can bring down overall test scores. I've met some of the specialty teachers and really applaud their compassionate nature. My son has had 15-17 children in his class every year. Some have been spent on the Spanish team, which I highly recommend. The children in his class are so sweet and come from wonderful caring families. The school does not have a gifted program, which is the only downside, as others have mentioned. Otherwise, I'd happily put all my children into SSES. The teachers are resourceful, compassionate, and people I would happily entrust my children to.
--Submitted by a parent

Both of my girls went to this school, I could not have asked for a better education for them. I love the teachers and staff at SSES, and their dedication and commitment to teaching is beyond compare!
--Submitted by a parent

oh my best school ever im a 5th grade student and the teachers are awsome iv been there sense kindergarten i am jasmine bruner mrs,Odell is the best teacher there are safe and who ever you you are who bashes are school home of the sharks is rude i give it 5 stars and its an a+ school to me

Don't get it twisted....Average 13 students per teacher. My child was never in a class with less than 17, and up to 29 students, all the way through (k-5).
--Submitted by a parent

My kids have enjoyed this school. I have had a few concerns, one teacher in particular that I felt wasn't strong enough - but this year 2010 has been excellent - particularly the 5th grade teacher my daughter had this year. My biggest concern was the school nurse and her lack of compassion towards the kids or skill in telling when they are truly ill- my kids were continually sent back to class when they should have seen a doctor - that means others were too - no wonder strep throat went through the place repeatedly.
--Submitted by a parent

My children have had a wonderful experience at SSES and the faculty and staff are very friendly and supportive of their students.
--Submitted by a parent

My 17 year old daughter went to this school when she was in elementary school. We had a couple of concerns while she attended there, but overall it was okay. My 6 year old son just started Kindergarten this year at Seven Springs Elementary and the school has held him back tremendously! We also have had a lot of other concerns and have decided to begin to homeschool my son for 1st grade. The Principal and Teachers are not willing to listen to Parent concerns or ideas. SSES was a C School a couple of years ago and it is obvious that the school needs improvement in a lot of areas. There is also law enforcement officers on the property a lot and that's also concerning. Why does an Elementary School needed so many officers? What kind of problems are going on after I leave my child there?
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school my girls have come so far with all the education they have received. Every time I've had any questions or concerns they have answered or got to us promptly.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers are dedicated and they are the only elementary school in the area that has a program that teaches the children Spanish.
--Submitted by a parent