What's not to love? The teachers, the administration, the volunteerism...all top notch!
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Posted by a parent on 10/01/09
Central is a great school with a wonderful philosophy. The teachers are very professional and the environment is friendly and comfortable.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
I disagree with the last post. The principal, Cori McKenzie, is not 'so-so', she is fabulous. She met with us at pre-K orientation, and immediately impressed us with her caring, knowledgeable, and professional attitude. She has been with us every step of the way (they're now in 3rd & 5th), leading
... Read more the school through a tough budget environment to win a National Blue Ribbon award, celebrating each member of the school community's achievements and participating in every event we've attended as parents (even sparsely attended 'better parenting classes'). I think her fair, thoughtful leadership has been excellent. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/22/09
Teachers are great with a few exceptions, like any other school. Principal is 'so-so.' The PTA is wonderful. So overall it is an average school.
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Posted by a parent on 08/21/09
Responding to the parent comment about don't believe the hype. Everyone thinks their kids are the smartest on the planet. It is arrogant to think yours are something academically special. This school is top notch and if the teachers know your kids to be average then believe them and get over yourself.
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Posted by a parent on 02/15/09
Our family transfered to Central. We have truly found a home! When I asked my 2 boys if they liked their school, my 2nd grader told me he wanted to go to Central forever! My boys have been nurtured as well as challenged. The parent involvement is unbelievable. It is so cool to be able to see our
... Read more kids grow and learn and the Central staff wants us as parents to be a part of that. I am always amazed to see the principle knows every child by name! My boys are both testing at the advanced level! The other factor in the Central scene is the community spirit taught to the kids. They are taught to respect one another as well as themselves. What more could you ask for in a school? Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/21/09
I am proud to say that both of my children attend this remarkable school. The principle, teachers, and staff are all nurturing and caring-modeling the expectation of their students and parents. The parents at Central are hardworking and caring with the constant force to making our school a great place
... Read more to be. PTA and School-Force (Ed Foundation) help to round out the education at the school by providing additonal educational and enrichment programs (art, dance, reading specialists, libraries, science, music, etc.). I am proud to be a parent at this wonderful school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/21/09
When we moved to Belmont four years ago, we told our agent that we were only interested in Peninsula neighborhoods with outstanding schools - a top-notch public school was (and continues to be) our number one priority. While we knew Central had high test scores, we did not realize how outstanding it
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Posted by a parent on 01/21/09
My family loves Central School! Our neigborhood school not only has great academics (excellent test scores), but also sets the bar high in teaching social skills, common courtesy and even environmental awareness. The school has scores of wonderful parent volunteers, a caring Principal and a very professional
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Posted by a parent on 01/21/09
Central has been our school for five years. I have one child who is above grade level and one who now is at grade level but needed additional help for three years to get to this point (mostly in reading). With both children, I have witnessed teachers working to challenge each child s strengths and
... Read more weaknesses while focusing on the development of the whole child. With my child who had learning difficulties, we were provided feedback regularly and he was assisted through the many wonderful specialists that are on site. The parent community is wonderfully supportive and very involved. The parents are active not only at this school site but are the leaders for much of the district (via School-Force, the education foundation). The PTA provides many outlets for families to gather and get to know one another fostering the principal s vision small community based school with parents and kids who care. Read less
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Belmont schools — Central Elementary School is located at 525 Middle Rd, Belmont CA 94002. 525 Middle Rd is in the 94002 ZIP code in Belmont, CA The school district for Central Elementary School is the Belmont - Redwood Shores Sd. Central Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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