W. R. James Sr Elementary School

I am the parent of a third grader. My daughter loves her school! The teachers are first rate and the academic programs are challenging!
--Submitted by a parent

I have had two children attend WR James school and I have nothing but wonderful experiences there. The teachers are caring and totally First rate! The principal challenges each of the students and teachers alike to put forth their best efforts in accomplishing their goals and to never settle for mediocracy! My children have been Blessed to have had a Pennypacker/WR James Elementary School Experience!
--Submitted by a parent

I think the principal at this school is doing a great job for what she is given. My only problem is the school is in dire need of fixing up. Very old.... I think for the taxes we pay in Willingboro the schools should have some fixin up.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is doing the best it can with what the administration allows. The staff is nice; the principal is caring; the office staff is friendly. The main concern is the lack of parental involvement. The parents who don't come to the meetings are the first to complain and point the finger. Discipline is a problem, but this should start at home and some parents need to 'step up the plate' and support the school with the discipline codes. Another problem is the students lack of concern in doing assignments. It would serve the child well if some parents would be concerned about their child completing assignments rather than moving on to the next grade with a 'D' or 'F' average. Overall, the staff is one of the best in the district.
--Submitted by a parent

This is my children's first year in the school. I haven't had any problems with the students or staff. For the most part I love!! it and so do my children. I have a 1st and 3rd grader that attend the school and they love their teachers (Mrs. Allen and Mrs. Lamb)
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter started at James school in Pre-K. I believe that a child is what the Parents make them into. The school has a ggod curriculum. She is now in the 1st grade, and I am still expecting her to succeed. There's a lot more I wish was available at the school, but we take her outside of Wilingborr for extracurricular activities. She loves Art and Music, there's just not enough available to the kids. There is no sports available for her age. Parenets ca be as involved as they want to be. My husband and I are at the school every day. The school needs help, but its up the the parents to lend a had and stop pointing fingers.
--Submitted by a parent