Westhill Elementary School

I wish I could say that my experience with this school has been a rewarding one, but I'd be totally wrong! Last year was our first year here and I was impressed with my son's first grade teacher (Hyndman -- she can be quite tough, but it is because she truly does care!) This year has been a disaster and has ultimately made us realize that we have to get our child out of this school as soon as possible. His second grade teacher has been extremely unprofessional -- my husband and I have met with her on three separate occasions where she spent the entire time telling us how "immature" our child is, without backing her claims. And just exactly HOW mature is a 7 year old expected to be? He's a child for crying out loud!!! Overall this teacher has been a major disappointment and has hurt our son's feelings on multiple occasions. He now has a strong distaste for school because of her constant pestering. I just hope we are able to undo the damage that she has caused. No one deserves the kind of treatment we've received from this institution and we most certainly will NOT be back next year!!!
--Submitted by a parent

Both my kids go to WestHill and have been really impressed with the teachers and the community around westhill. Kudos to Ms. Bonifaci (3rd grade) and Ms. Hydman.(1st grade) They have left remarkeable impressions on our kids
--Submitted by a parent

Westhill has been great for both of my children. They have attended for going on four years and we truly appreciate the diversity available. There isn't much diversity on the Eastside of Lake Washington. The teachers have left lasting impressions on our children and their learning has exceeded our expectations as parents. I would encourage anyone to go meet the staff and learn about the West hill Mustangs.
--Submitted by a parent

Westhill Elementary has been a school that has provided quality education and a great sense of community. It is being required to support a rapidly growing suburban population, but is not buckling under the strain. Overall, it has been a very good school in the quality Northshore School District.
--Submitted by a parent

We transferred our son from a private school two yrs ago and feel that West Hill is comparable to private education in many ways. This is a small school with lots of individualized attention, terrific programs, and strong parent involvement. There are good systems in place to accomodate all students regardless of learning levels without removing them from their classrooms. There is high-tech wiring and computers in every classroom and the library. There are wonderful Art and Music programs for all ages. And, West Hill strongly promotes good citizenship amongst its students. There is a great gymnasium, playground and playfields for physical health as well. Parents are very involved at this school and there is a strong sense of community spirit in this neighborhood. I highly recommend this school and the Northshore School District!
--Submitted by Elizabeth, a parent