Springwoods Elementary School

I consider this school to be only slightly above average. It is by no means outstanding. We moved here last summer and were extremely disappointed with the 5th grade curriculum. The reason this school is able to keep its school of excellence status is because they blatantly teach to the sol test. Both of my children spent their entire last 9 weeks studying for their standardized tests. If you are coming from a below average school, you might be pleased with this school. However, if you you are used to an above average school you will be disappointed.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is fantastic! My son was a third grader there, and had some very serious learning problems. He needed to be moved to another school because of this, and in the many meetings we had about him, the staff had only his very best interests at heart. His teacher, Miss Doyle was just great with him, and in the end we were sad to go, but they were just meticulous with his testing, and the school psychologist Mrs. Ross really knows her stuff! It was hard for us to hear what she and the other staff shared, but it was all true and well researched. I am an AP at another school, and know a good staff when I see one, and only wish my staff was this good - very professional and knowledgeable. My son is now at another school that specializes in his type of learning problems, but had it not been for the Springwoods special education staff, we might not have ever known! The Principal should be commended for such an excellent staff that she has put together.
--Submitted by a parent

We are a military family and have been very happy with this school. The Principal, Mrs. Ripperger, is excellent, caring, very involved and supportive of both kids and parents. I have witnessed her actively recruiting excellent teachers she interacts with, so I know she has been involved in attempting to hire teachers who are compassionate, organized and motivated. The parents & PTO are phenomenal too. My 2 kids have received only the very best in the way of teachers - professional, patient, caring - the kind of teachers who just love and want the very best for kids. They haven't been the type who challenge children far beyond ability, which we appreciated- we've been to those schools & basically, the parents end up doing all the work that is too hard for the kids & the kids end up stressed out. These teachers know it is important to let the kids be kids & there is learning value in that. Like all the schools I've been to, if your child has borderline learning disabilities, they care, but they are underfunded & can't even really give advice lest they then be liable to provide assistance. I wish parents could opt to subsidize the program to obtain some help in these cases.
--Submitted by a parent

My Child has really blossomed here. She came from Christ Chapel hating to read and despised homework, now she loves both! Her teacher is awesome and I couldn't be happier.
--Submitted by a parent

We are a military family and have experienced several different elementary schools (I have a kindergartener and 5th grader). My husband and I place a high priority on education and want our children to attend excellent schools. Springwoods Elementary is fantastic and by far the best school we have ever seen. The staff is incredible and the teachers are top notch. This school has received many acedemic honors and I am confident that my children are getting a quality education. I volunteer in the school and get to see first hand how the staff, teachers, and students interact. Students are encouraged and learn in a stress free and enjoyable environment. You will not be disappointed with Springwoods!
--Submitted by a parent

Wonderful teachers, awesome PTO, great staff who all care tremendously about our kids and their success!
--Submitted by a parent

We have the best kids, the best parents, and the best teachers :) We are the best!
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My Dughter has been going to springwoods for 6 years and she loves it.All of the tachers there are very nice.
--Submitted by a parent

Springwoods Elementary is a great school for my daughter. She has learned so much and the teachers have helped her with writing & reading. It is a really great school!
--Submitted by a parent

Great school...kids are excited and learning