My child will be starting second grade at Valley Vista next year. The teachers and staff have made my family feel welcome at all school events. My daughter has received an excellent education beginning with Mrs. Phelps in Kindergarten. Even though Ms. McKearney is moving on to another school site,
... Read more I know that I can trust the teachers to continue to make this school a second home for my daughter. Her academic, emotional, and physical needs are well met at Valley Vista. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/03/09
My children started going to this school last year. I use to have my children in private school and was worried about the transition and larger class size. All of the staff and teachers are great. The principle stands outside when school is out to be available to parents. Although the class size
... Read more is larger, teachers communicate actively with parents which made the transition easier on the children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/16/09
Important note - it slipped my mind that I had written a negative review - I did not end up taking my child out of Valley Vista. Mrs. McKearney stepped in and arranged my child s agenda accordingly and it shows my son s overall testing scores continue to improve and Mrs. McKearney continues to work with
... Read more him to improve his work habits. It is most comforting to know my son is not being just pushed through but rather getting much-needed individual attention on top of the principal s already busy schedule. This school cares greatly about our child s overall rating scores, which is most important. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/07/08
Unfortunately, no matter how hard I try to communicate with the school and teacher this year, I get no feedback whatsoever. This school continues to give grades of 2 or 3, just to push the child through the grade and move on. It is a shame our children are subjected to this and please, keep very close
... Read more touch with what and if, your children are actually learning at all and homeschool them on top of this school if you want a chance for your child. Read less
My son had to be held back so we transfered him to Valley Vista. It was the best choice for him. The teachers are extreemly dedicated and the school is a place which nutures student creativity. My son is doing great! Keeping good contact with the teacher and being invoved in school activities inspires
... Read more your children to excell. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/18/07
I have a child currently enrolled at Valley Vista and I have been satisfied with the dedication the teachers have for the children. My child is experiencing a difficult time with language arts and there were two teachers in particular who addressed me with immediate concern about my child. We are currently
... Read more working with my child as an individual, to become a more proficient student. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/13/07
I have 3 children that are now in their 5th year at Valley Vista. My family couldn't be happier. The teachers have been & remain very involved with my children's academic & personal success, even as they have moved to the next grade level. My FAMILY's experience with the teachers, principal
... Read more and the administrative staff at the school has been great. The school has a very active PTO what works in conjunction with the staff & parents to bring music, art, sports, science, reading and other fun programs/activities into the school for the students. Due to some re-zoning, we are currently out of this school's zone. My family choose not to move because we are all very happy where we are and would not think of leaving Valley Vista. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/31/07
My two boys attended there last year and its their first time attending a public school and this was a huge dissapointment, my kids came out without any knowledge and bad habits, I have never been so discouraged before my kids learned nothing, the teachers were not involved as I have previously experienced,
... Read more I am transfering them out of this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/28/07
My child has been attending since 2001. I was puzzled by previous bad reviews. I've never seen a more hands on and involved Principal in my life. I believe she cares deeply for the children and wants only the best for them. I do wish this school had an everyday music & art program. A foreign language
... Read more class would be nice too. Also an everyday PE class. The level of parent involvement could be better. The PTO board has done a fantastic job, but they could use more help. Finally, the teachers at Valley Vista are the best. Read less
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English as Second Language
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Bonita schools — Valley Vista Elementary School is located at 3724 Valley Vista Way, Bonita CA 91902. 3724 Valley Vista Way is in the 91902 ZIP code in Bonita, CA The school district for Valley Vista Elementary School is the Chula Vista Elementary School District. Valley Vista Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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