Our daughter is a kindergarten student at Nesbit and we couldn't be happier with this school. We were somewhat disappointed when we moved into our house two years ago and found out that our neighborhood school was so overcrowded that they were sending all the kindergarteners to Nesbit. Even though it
... Read more is further away, it is worth the extra driving. My daughter is happy, inspired and eager to learn and she loves her school. All the Kindergarten teachers seem to be exceptional and the Principal is outstanding. While our daughter will be eligible to return back to the school closer to our home, we plan to keep her at Nesbit for first grade. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/06/09
As a parent of a first grader and being new to this school, I cannot say enough about the teachers, administration and support staff. They are all committed professionals that do all they can to provide quality eduation as well as promote a respectful, welcoming and friendly atmosphere that is felt
... Read more throughout the school. They have wonderful, engaging assemblies that include exposure to animals from around the world, as well as guest authors who engage students in writing workshops. Extracurricular activities include things such as Mad Science which provided a wonderful hands on opportunity for my child to learn about a variety of areas of science from animals to robots. One of the best things about this school is their program that teaches individual responsibilty and respect for all that includes a peer conflict resolution program. This school is anything but a warehouse for children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/02/08
great teachers, offers & promotes extracurricular activities, cultivates & developes parental involvement
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Posted by a parent on 11/29/08
This school is abysmal -- simply a place to warehouse children. The teacher provides little stimulation and the concept of hands on appears to have eluded this classroom entirely. We've been discussing these problems with the principal, who has failed to follow through with her promises to correct them.
... Read more Even the reading specialist failed to provide appropriate reading materials as promised. While there is certainly a lack of resources, those that are available are squandered. The entire situation is inexcusable. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/29/08
Our family is impressed with the dedicated and caring staff at Nesbit.
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Posted by a parent on 07/22/08
We love this school. The teachers and staff are great here. My daughter attended Kindergarten here and was excited about everyday. Her teacher was great also. A lot of parent involvement in her classroom which we loved. She will be attending the 1st grade there this year so she can't wait.
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Posted by a parent on 06/18/08
My girl loves this school, even now she is in Ralston middle. She always visits Nesbit whenever she has time. She's been thinking about volunteering at Nesbit and shares what she knows with the Nesbit kids. She enjoyed her 5 years being there and missed her teachers a lot. Nesbit prepares her well. She
... Read more is growing strong in Ralston and earning good grades. Nesbit's teacher quality is excellent. Principal, Cherie Ho, is a good leader and very approachable. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/21/07
We love our neighborhood school. The teachers at are wonderful and caring, and the administration is focused. The changes in the past year have been wonderful!
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Posted by a parent on 08/15/06
We are happy with what the new administration has brought to this school.
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Posted by a parent on 01/29/06
Cherie Ho returns to Nesbit, now as principal, after being principal at Sandpiper for several years. She is a strong principal who will increase parent involvement, and improve the spirit of the school.
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Belmont schools — Nesbit Elementary School is located at 500 Biddulph Way, Belmont CA 94002. 500 Biddulph Way is in the 94002 ZIP code in Belmont, CA The school district for Nesbit Elementary School is the Belmont - Redwood Shores Sd. Nesbit Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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