Garden Oaks Elementary School

Unfortunately, we were very disappointed with this school. We had very high hopes, but soon realized it did not work for us. Our child became bored and not interested in attending school. She also picked up some very bad habits from the older montessori children, including their cuss words. We never got feedback from the teacher, and our child started falling behind. This school is not good at all for the really young kids, as the teachers cannot dedicate the time to helping them. The classes are just too big. The school seems to have a strong parental base, which is good. However, it also has its share of bad kids, who can bring the good kids down.
--Submitted by a parent

wow, cant say enough about the dedication of this staff. my child began the first grade nervous, not liking school and unable to read. within two months, she loved school, loved her teacher ms. davis and was READING and WRITING. She still enjoys school, and I could not ask for more from a 1,000 dollar per month private montessori school - and unlike many private schools, GOE has the resources to identify and help students who may have learning disabilities.
--Submitted by a parent

Very disappointed the Montessori program will now be mandated, rather than optional. We will now have to look outside our own neighborhood for traditional education programs. And, for the Montessori supporters, this is not a commentary on the quality of the program. I'm sure it is great for some children - but certainly not all. Whether or not to send a child to such a program should be up to the parents, not the school district.
--Submitted by a parent

Because GOES is a great place for children to grow and learn not only the academics to be successful in life, but also learning about how to give to the community and values such as respect, world peace, responsibility, caring, honor, perseverance etc. The teachers at Garden Oaks really care for the future of their students and give more than lessons to help this children develop a character and become a world citizens.
--Submitted by a parent

I love Garden Oaks Elementary School for many reasons: 1. It is a free Montessori education 2. It is has an incredible outdoor garden campus 3. The school is tucked away in a beautiful safe neighborhood 4. The staff and principal are wonderful 5. Parent involvement is outstanding 6. (And most important) Children are happy and they are learning What is not to love!
--Submitted by a parent

The parents, the kids, the teachers, the principle, the support staff, Montessori, the school grounds. I'll stop now, it sounds like an Oscar's thanks! We love the schoo!!
--Submitted by a parent

The parents and teachers are great. The gounds are beautiful and lots of outdoor space for kids to learn.
--Submitted by a parent

I love that this school is not a box, that the classrooms open to the outdoors. Each classroom has its own garden to prepare, sow, care for and harvest! Now to mention that the teachers and staff are incredible! Garden Oaks Elementary is also home to a Public Montessori Program with a spectacular parent-volunteer base!...
--Submitted by a parent

Public Montessori, a great community of people, wonderful teachers and administators!
--Submitted by a parent

excellent community involvement in school. Great opportunities for Montessori education.
--Submitted by a parent