Lambs Elementary School

Moving to the Charleston area in January 2012, we had the choice of having our children attend Lamb's or Hunley Park.We chose Lamb's and I have to say that we are happy with this school. Our son was in the 2nd grade and has Developlmental Disablities (he requires speech therapy and working daily with a Resource Teacher). He got lucky with his teacher, Mrs. Sandra Haddon. She is dedicated, structured, disaplined, kind, down to earth and loves what she does! We only wish he could have her in the 3rd grade!! He also worked with Ms. Dudley (speech Therapist) and she has a heart of gold! His Resource teacher was Mrs. Young and she was also wonderful and very kind and loving!! I know that this school has just received a failing grade from the District and we are very saddeden by this. We believe that the teachers are very dedicated and make this school great, however, I do believe that the student population could greatly improve. With the base popultion low, this has greatly affected the student body. Not saying anything negative of surrounding areas, but with a solid home life comes many benefits. Hopefully this will improve-it has to in orde to have this school succceed!
—Submitted by a parent

This is my son's first year at lambs. He is autistic so he is in a special class. His teacher Ms. Dobson is AWESOME! The principal Mr. Plaster is great and very friendly. I feel like I can talk to him about anything concern that I have. He has only been at Lambs for two years. I unfortunately had to deal with the past principal Ms. T when my son went to AC Corcoran last year. She was HORRIBLE! I moved my son specifically to Lambs to get away from that woman.
—Submitted by a parent

The principal this year (2009-2010) is great. His name is Mr. Plaster.He is very approchable unlike Janice Timko. Volunteers are coming back to the school becuase the school has such a positive warm climate, now. I am so glad that my child will have one good year at Lambs.He has been going their since Kindergarten. Mrs. Timko always talked to my wife like our child did not matter. Mr. Plaster speaks to the students and the parents very warmly.The whole climate of the school has changed.
—Submitted by a parent

Some teachers focus so much on reading not knowing how important the writing and the math skills are too. I would not recommend a parent send their child to this school unles the they are being taught all three skills as well.
—Submitted by a parent

05-06 Was the first year for my child at Lambs. He came from a private school. He loves Lambs and especially his teacher, Ms. Clymer. I cannot say enough about this teacher, she is great. When my child started Lambs he had difficulty in reading. They have a great reading program, he has progressed very well. He says he don't want to go to any other school,and his self esteem has greatly improved. Every time I have visited the school the principal has always shown a concern in my child.A very pleased parent and child
—Submitted by a parent

Great school for military. Teaching is progressive...Ms Way is great! Would be alot better if you did not have to go so slow for ESL students but that comes with the territory, right?
—Submitted by a parent

VERY POOR school!! Some of the teachers cannot even write a coherent sentence. It's no wonder people go to private schools.
—Submitted by a parent

I have a 4th grader at Lambs & I've been very happy w/Lambs. I think it's always hard being the Principal. They have to focus on what is best for the kids as a whole rather than addressing each individual child. I volunteer weekly in my child's class & I am welcomed each time. We are military & have lived all over. I think school is always what you make it. People search out private schools because they want more--but you have to pay for 'more' as well. I think Lambs focus on the 'big test' is state govt money-driven more than Principal-driven. As a working parent, I know that everyone answers to someone. When it comes to our kids--we sometimes get tunnel vision! Give Lamb's a try-I think you will be very happy. Ms. Timko has always been empathetic & kind to us (but we have a great kid!):)
—Submitted by a parent

Being a military family, we have experienced numerous schools. Lambs Elementary is by far the WORST our children have attended. The pricipal has NO communication skills and relies on bullying tactics to either scare the teachers or run them off. She is unapprochable and has no desire to be approachable. Our principal, Janice Timko, chose the wrong profession and the school has to suffer for it. Too much emphasis is placed on the 'big' test. Because of the above statements, parents are yanking their kids out left and right. We have lost so many children because of her. Volunteers? There are none because they don't want to deal with her. We have some great teachers but they are packing up too. I wouldn't recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent

Principal is only interested in the tests. Not the children. Many AFB families leave the area. I don't blame them.
—Submitted by Jason Haugh, a parent

Principal is very difficult to deal with and primary focus is on testing. School based on 'tough' love for all when not all require it. Many Charleston AFB personnel choose to live off-base in different school districts, home school, or pay for their kids to go to private schools. Better alternatives are readily available in the local community.
—Submitted by a parent

The Principal of this school is only interested in statistics and not the children. My children attended for 2 years. And I have never had so many problems with a school before. The teachers do not care about helping any child that is not of average learning ability. I would not recommend anyone sending there children to this school.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is extremely unfair to special needs children, especially ADHD kids. My son attended for 3rd, 4th, and 2 months of 5th grade before he was pulled out and homeschooled. The teachers has no interest in truly teaching these kids. I do not recommend this school for anyone.
—Submitted by a parent