Vandora Springs Elementary School

Awesome school. Always meets the standards and the teachers are just great! As a family we are very pleased with Vandora!
--Submitted by a parent

A great school! We are so glad that we have Vandora to go to for the next five years! It is the best elementary school in Garner.
--Submitted by a parent

Vandora Springs has the most fabulous principal. He knows the kids by name and is very involved.
--Submitted by a parent

Due to a move, my daughter went from a magnet school in Cary to VS this year. I tried to get her into Timber, but didn't get it. After visiting both Timber and Vandora, I found the staff at VS more approachable, and the atmosphere very friendly and helpful. It put my mind at ease . The principal and staff know the kids, and communication with parents is outstanding. I get regular weekly recorded messages from the principal with coming activities and news. They always respond quickly to inquiries. My daughter is happy there, likes school and her teacher. The only down sides are: they don't teach Spanish, not much for after school activities (clubs), and hallways seem a little dark. Overall, I do like the school.
--Submitted by a parent

First year w/2 children at this school. School bus issues were handled expediously and access to speak to Asst. Principal Blair was not a problem. So far I'm pleased and hope to rate this school again at the end of the school year with an outstanding rate! Mom of 2
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We diligently went through the magnet school process including appeals to the school board. Although dissapointed at the time, we're now so thankful our son attends our base school, Vandora Springs. It is a wonderful community of students, teachers, administrators and parents. The principals are extremely accessible and know the children. There are high expectations for behavior and responsibility. Parent involvement and the PTA are strong and that involvement is encouraged by the teachers and staff. There is a variety of activity for the students including the Art Club and an annual Talent Show. My son will be entering second grade this year. We're thrilled that we'll have a child there for eleven consecutive years and continue to see Vandora get better and better!
--Submitted by a parent

This is the second year that our daughter has been a student at Vandora Springs, and I can't say enough good things about this school. We applied for magnet and year-round schools prior to kindergarten, thinking that would be best for her. We were devastated when we didn't get chosen for either -- but what a blessing it turned out to be! The principal and assistant principal are incredible -- active, involved, caring, supportive. They know every child there! The teachers are wonderful and really care about the children they teach and their profession as a whole. The PTA is extremely active and does an incredible amount to support and enhance the learning that goes on at Vandora Springs. It is truly a community school, something you don't get very often in the Wake County system anymore. I would not want my child anywhere else but Vandora!
--Submitted by a parent

My two children both go to Vandora Springs and I could not get a better education for them if I paid for it!
--Submitted by a parent

In 2004, we applied for two magnet schools, but did not get in. I was thankful that I had taken the time to go visit VSE before our daughter was to start Kindergarten. I had a peace about me, and still do to this day. I I now have two children at VSE, and have been veruy pleased. The administration welcomes you at any time, and iknows every child and is there to help.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is one of the best around. The teachers are very supportive and caring for all kids attending. It's one school that you can walk in and someone somewhere can call your by name. All of the staff and teachers have been there longer than all my kids have and that is a good thing in my eyes. All the way from K-5th I can't say enough to comend them for all they do. Thanks again, One of our loyal supporters!!!!
--Submitted by a parent