Bearden Elementary School

The parental involvement at this school is outstanding. A true community school. Walk your child in and before you know it you feel like family. Teachers, office staff, custodial staff, are all top notch. You would be hard pressed to find a better, more dedicated principal than Mrs. Dunlap.
—Submitted by a parent

We moved here in time for this last semester and my son has done very well in the 3rd grade with much better grades and he had a great experience. I will have 2 boys there starting in the fall and I know they will flourish. Thanks for all you do!!
—Submitted by a parent

The Principal , Teachers & staff are like a family. Mrs Dunlap , The Principal is always there for you every day with a happy face. She inspires and a source of encouragement to all the kids. She knows each and every student by their names. The teachers are very friendly and helpful. My daughter is in Ms Ray class and is very happy & satisfied with her teachers. The Principal, Teachers , Staff and room parents are like a community.
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BES is the only elementary school we have experienced in Knoxville, and we love it. The parent involvement in this school is exceptional. The teachers and office staff are kind and know the students by name. I never worry about my child's safety, and I know the values I want him to learn are being taught at Bearden. This is a good elementary school.
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My daughter asia loves this school. Me ellison made it enjoyable and she learned so much and is looking forwred to school, I am very happy with this school and all it has to offer the students
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Wow, I can't say enough great things about this small, diverse, community oriented school! My son has just completed kindergarten and his self-concept and abilities are sky-high! Having taught in two large Knox County schools and at a private school in town, I have just been overjoyed with the one-on-one attention the students' receive at BES. Parent involvement is encouraged and excepted, which is super! I have a child who is reading, writing and performing math skills with amazing confidence. Thanks Bearden Elementary!!
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My daughter is in First Grade in Mrs. Colquitt's class. She has been an excellent role model to my daughter. I continuously hear how happy she is with the school when she returns home. She was enrolled in Karns previously and had a bad experience so we are delighted to have Mrs. Colquitt and the staff at Bearden to show what a fun and inspirational learning environment should be!
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Our favorite aspect of Bearden Elementary is the community spirit. Bearden is small enough to feel 'homey' and for all the students within a grade to know one another. There are many committed, intelligent, active parents who freely give their time and creativity to make our school a treasure. The teachers are very open to parent involvement. The librarian is a gem. The gifted program teacher is a fireball. We're small but mighty!
—Submitted by a parent

My 2nd grader says this is her favorite school ever, and I agree! We have been very pleased with the nurturing environment and the concientious teachers. The parents are very involved, in a positive way, and the library is wonderful. My daughter says 'We love it a lot.'
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This is the best elementary school I have found that works for ALL my children! I have an 7th 6th and a 2nd grader who have all Loved bearden!! My 2nd grader is the only one who has been there since kindergarden But my two middle schoolers loved their time at Bearden! The teachers are friendy and hard working. they make sure your child has fun yet learns a lot at the same time! I would recomend Bearden to any parent who is looking for a new elmentary school! The old principal will be missed but we love the new one just as much!
—Submitted by a parent