Once again, our kids have finished yet another FANTASTIC year at Challenger Basic School! This tiny school is Gilbert's best kept secret!!!! The entire staff is dynamite and appears to work incredibly well together to provide an outstanding education!
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Posted by a parent on 06/17/09
We finsihed Kindergarten here and it couldn't have been better. It's rare that education exceeds expectations, and Challenger has so far. Having a full time teacher and full time aid in Kindergarten makes all the difference. No complaints this year at all...can't wait for first grade!
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Posted by a parent on 06/17/09
I did a ton of research before choosing Challenger Basic and there is no doubt we will continue with them next year! The school has a lovely private 'campus' and top notch academics. My daughter transferred in the middle of the school year and both the staff and students helped her make a happy,
... Read more seamless transition. There is no busing service, so the school tends to attract parents who are serious about getting a quality education for their children. For example, if homework isn't done, students may very well miss part of recess to complete it...as it should be! Plenty of fun to be had here as well: field trips, planned after school activities, Pizza Day, Field Days and Book Fairs. This school has it all! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/27/09
My child has went to this school from K to 5th and I couldn't be any more pleased with the education she is getting. She loves it too.
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Posted by a parent on 01/31/09
This school is an excellent school but it was not the right fit for my son. First of all I would recommend that you send your child there from K because they have their 'own way' of teaching. Since my child started there in 2nd grade (new to AZ) he didn't have the 'system' down. That is just my advice
... Read more to parents interested in this school. Otherwise it is a wonderful school. You also must be aware that the classes are smaller and you may find that your child is spending outside playtime catching up on class work. Since the school is small and limited if you child isn't keeping up then he/she will be missing out on those activities. I only became aware after some time and I was very upset BUT again the school is small so they just don't have the resources to give that extra help. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/23/08
I have a child in 2nd and in K and both my children are excelling in all areas. The teachers are wonderful . I like the small classroom atmosphere. The children get the extra attention when needed. I will keep our children there during there elementary years.
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/08
I have been very happy with the quality of teachers and academics at Challenger. They encourage parental involvement but require fingerprinting/background check on all who wish to help in the classroom and on campus and encourage parents to do so. I'm very pleased with what my child has been learning
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Posted by a parent on 04/04/07
My children have thrived learning and using the curriculum Challenger Basic offers. I like how the curriculum has continuity throughout each grade level and that each teacher is held accountable to teach it. Parents are required to take an active part w/ their children's education by insuring that the
... Read more daily homework which reinforces daily concepts is completed. I'm thrilled with the caliber of educated teachers and the administration that enforces the school's policies. I'd recommend this school to any parent that desires a well-rounded education with a smaller class size and high expectations for their children. The school campus reflects an ambience that is also carried over into each classroom. I'm so glad I found Challenger Basic School for my children. I'm definitely here for the duration of my children's elementary education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/22/07
My wife and I have no regrets leaving the public school environment for Challenger Basic School. I was educated in a small town school, similiar to Challenger, where the emphasis was placed on teachers being involved with each child's education on an individual basis. We did not have what the big city
... Read more schools had to offer, but we learned to love to learn. I want this for my son. To find a school like this in the Phoenix Metro area, that has that small town, family oriented ambience, yet has all of today's more effective curriculum, modern teaching tools, and qualified educators--well, it's a diamond in the rough. I don't think a great school happens by chance. The leadership, staff, families, and students all just work well together. I highly recommend this charter school to anyone looking for a small school that delivers quality education in a big way. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/17/06
The school is very pretty and everything looks good on the outside. When you finally get to know what goes on inside it is enough to make you sick. The principal is so controlling with her teachers and the parents.
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Gilbert schools — Challenger Basic School is located at 1315 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert AZ 85234. 1315 N Greenfield Rd is in the 85234 ZIP code in Gilbert, AZ The school district for Challenger Basic School is the Arizona State Charter School Board. Challenger Basic School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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