Way Elementary School

As with most schools, there are some great teachers and some not-great teachers. The principle is a good public face, but not great with parents or issues wih kids. The parents are very supportive. For a public school, they are probably above average, but there is definite room for improvement. Some classes are below average in my opinion.
—Submitted by a parent

Teachers are incredible. My son loves his teacher. We had trouble with his teacher in Kindergarten at another school. His performance had improved greatly from the first week in first grade. Very culturally sensitive. We are very very satisfied
—Submitted by a parent

You will not hear any complaints about this great elementary school...it is the best public elementary school in the area for the past 30 years, especially with the Harvard Visual Thinking program that was recently initiated. There are over 80 students who transferred to Way from the other elementary schools in the district for their top notch instruction and leadership in education by the principal and teachers.
—Submitted by a parent

Way attracts students from throughout the Bloomfield Hills district. The teachers are very strong and enthusiastic. The 'specials' (Art, Music, Spanish) teachers are particularly outstanding, creative, and dedicated, providing a really extraordinary opportunity for these young students. The school was top notch before his arrival, but the principal is probably the school's best asset. He has profound common sense, listens well, maintains firm control over the school, and truly emphasizes educating the whole child.
—Submitted by a parent