West Amwell Township Elementary School

My daughter is in her 4th marking period at West Amwell, and I have only good things to say. West Amwell is one of the few districts in NJ with full day kindergarten - a definite plus! The class sizes are small, so each child gets a tremendous amount of attention. No child can go unnoticed/fly under the radar. This kind of attention is so critical during their early education. I have friends in larger districts who describe classes of 22+ in half day kindergarten classes, and I realize how lucky we are. In addition, everyone knows my daughter's name (secretary, gym teacher, music teacher, even special ed teacher - and my daughter does not require special ed!). It is a nurturing, positive environment where my daughter is flourishing. My only criticism would be the building, but I would not trade the quality of education we are receiving for state of the art facilities.
—Submitted by a parent

As a parent of a kindergarten student from overseas, I was a little anxious as to how our child would settle into a small and close knit community school. I needed to have no concerns as the quality of education (very high) is matched by the open, friendly nature of the faculty and PTO. Great school.
—Submitted by a parent

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this school. I have one child graduated from this school and another is in the school. Both of them excelled academically and socially. The school administration, staff, and the PTO have done a great job. The education is great. Most importantly it provides a loving environment for the children. My children love all of their teachers, classroom helpers, principal, and superintendent. We just love this amazing school.
—Submitted by a parent

What's not to love about West Amwell? This is a small, community-based public school with a private school 'feel.' I have had children in this school for 6 years now, and our family's experience has been tremendously positive. The students score quite well on state standardized tests are clearly well-prepared for middle school by the time they graduate. The teachers are enthusiatic, creative, and caring. Our school building may not look new, and we may not have all the 'bells and whistles' of larger districts, but in the end I don't feel that these are the most important things about a school. I feel my children have had an extremely positive, well-rounded experience in a very nurturing environment. The teachers and administrators KNOW my kids extremely well, and have been able to provide them well a great deal of individualized attention. My kids have thrived here, academically and socially.
—Submitted by a parent

Not sure why anyone would be disappointed in West Amwell Elementary School. It is a small, family oriented school with parents and faculty that are actively involved which makes for a wonderful environment for young children. The test scores are above other leading school districts in NJ -- higher than Princeton, Montgomery, etc. Don't let the little school fool you -- it's wonderful. It is an older building, but you certainly can't judege a book by it's cover!
—Submitted by a parent

If you are looking for a quaint, close knit school that offers a great education, then West Amwell is the place! The administration is extremely professional, they know and care about each and every child and if a child has trouble, or some kind of challenge, administration and teachers come together to find what is best to solve the issue. We have an amazing parent support group, a strong BOE and the people who live here appreciate what we have. One of our children is through the school, two more remain, and we are thrilled with the experience we have had so far. I, for one, like to be able to call my child's school and identify myself by my first name and be known. How many parents can say that about their child's school in an enormously populated state like NJ?
—Submitted by a parent

The administration at West Amwell is very unprofessional and my husband and I continue to be very disappointed in our child's education at this small district.
—Submitted by a parent

I'm a parent of two West Amwell students and can not say enough great things about it. The teachers and staff are second to none and being such a small school they know everyone, including us parents. For the three years that we have been at the school my children have exceeded all my expectations both socially and academically.
—Submitted by a parent