Soos Creek Elementary School

I love going to this school I am in sixth grade currently and I couldn't think of a better elementary school in the state of Washington. Most kids in this school are sent to Northwood Middle School ( probably the most challenging Middle school in the Kent school district). Soos Creek teachers are mostly nice. I think it is a great school, but their are still a few flaws.

I have been a parent at Soos Creek for over 7 years and could not imagine my children anywhere else. Soos Creek has an overwhelming sense of community and closeness; my sons have always been very comfortable there. It's our second home. The staff is not only warm and welcoming but experienced and wise. The principal is patient and fair with both students and parents and handles any issues with grace and competence. The staff is constantly attending trainings and collaborating with others to improve their skills. SC is a very diverse school and seems to embrace everyone equally. A terrific place to spend your elementary years!
--Submitted by a parent

I am an active parent volunteer at Soos Creek. There hasn't been one day this school year where there were no parent volunteers. The staff is very amazing, all very helpful people. The student population is diverse and so are the families. My daughter experienced some small issues with bullying that were immediately handled by her teacher and the principle. This is an amazing place for children to get their start in this big world!
--Submitted by a parent

If you can avoid this school and Kent School district, in general...do it! My son has had to endure bullies, apathetic teachers and a generally poor learning environment. Very, very disappointed.
--Submitted by a parent

Love soos creek staff and parents. The school was remodeled summer of 06 so there are doors now (see complaint of 1/06 -all schools more than 20 yrs in district had similar lay out). No transportation because everyone is 1.5 miles or less from school (exception for special ed preschool). A wonderful place.
--Submitted by a parent

my child went to this school for 5th and 6th grade and I was not impressed by the lay out of the school. There are no doors to the classrooms which keeps the noise level very high and distracts the students. Too bad, the teachers are very nice.
--Submitted by a parent

Great, great, school! My family loves it.
--Submitted by a parent

No transportation. This is a good thing for community building a nightmare for student pick up and drop off.
--Submitted by a parent

Fall 2004, my family will begin our 9th year with Soos Creek. All staff members are the cream of the crop. The faculty is very professional and well educated. At the same time it is a very nuturing and calming environment. The staff really seem to enjoy their time there. There is a great deal of concern for each and every child. Our principal is a great leader and continually puts in 12-15 hour days, and loves every minute of it. We have a library with more than 20,000 books and an active PTA with a lot of parent involvement. It really is a great school.
--Submitted by Linda Rimmer, a parent

We have been at Soos Creek for 8 years, my daughter was enrolled in the ece program, and had some difficulty with socialization. The entire staff has been supportive and my daughter has excelled, even earning honor roll her 6th grade year. We have never had a bad experience and are very pleased with the staff and administration.
--Submitted by Shelly Birch, a parent