My family loves being a part of Washington Elementary. We all have had a very positive experience here. My two children are thriving, both academically and socially. They are challenged in class and have the benefit of experiencing the 'real world' with a diverse student population. My husband and
... Read more I are both actively involved in the school and we have a real connection to this community. We have made life-long friends here. I think the new principal has brought a wonderful energy to our school and teachers are working together to make our school an even more interesting place to learn and grow. I would highly recommend Washington to any new family in Burlingame. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/01/09
Principal's habitual at raising her voice to small children. Yelling seems to be her way of disiplining.
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Posted by a parent on 07/28/09
I have three kids at this school now, and look forward to our fourth going in two years. The new Principal is great, and the parent community is outstanding. My kids all learn to read well in Kindergarten and love it so much that they read in bed at night before going to sleep. The teachers are very
... Read more committed and willing to meet with us whenever we would like. They had a Science Discovery Day last year that was awesome, with animals, explosions, and all sorts of fun science things. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/23/09
California public schools generally need a lot of extra help from its parents and community in order to give its students a great education. At Washington, the parents, teachers and administrators do exactly that. With a student there for 2 years, I have been surprised and inspired by the amount of
... Read more interest and commitments is made to the school. This is the source of its success. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/08
I am so pleased that Washington Elementary staff and community are finally getting the recognition they so deserve. I have been a parent at Washington for 5 years now, and knew after the first few days of Kindergarten that it was a special place. My daughter has received a top notch education and is
... Read more part of a diverse community that cares about the school and each other. I couldn't be more proud that Washington has been named a California Distinguished School. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/04/08
For the past two years, my daughter has had the utmost privilege of attending Washington School. Washington is a nurturing place where highly qualified teachers and dedicated parents create responsible citizens and lifelong learners in every student. Because of the this joyous place, our daughter loves
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Posted by a parent on 06/15/07
I love this school and the teachers. They are friendly, dedicated and creative. My child is extremely happy and is performing above grade level. This is due to the fabulous teachers. I could not ask for more.
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Posted by a parent on 06/14/07
Washington School's diversity sets apart other schools in Burlingame. The students at Washington are all treated with a high level of respect, are academically challenged throughout the curriculum and are a great group of kids. The community is active, the teaching staff is well respected and the administration
... Read more is first rate. Our family has been a part of the Washington school community for over 7 years and could not have asked for a better experience for our children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/13/07
I find the teachers intelligent, hard-working and very professional. The teachers are very honest and straight-forward. I appreciate this approachand and I like people who tell it like it is. The teachers are of the highest calibur I have seen in the district, and Burlingame has excellent teachers.
... Read more I would not want my children educated anywhere else. I feel so lucky to have children at Washington School. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/13/07
My kids have been very happy at Washington. There is a great sense of community among parents and the teachers are great. There is always someone willing to pitch in, no matter what it is. I'm proud to be a Washington parent!
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Burlingame schools — Washington Elementary School is located at 801 Howard Ave, Burlingame CA 94010. 801 Howard Ave is in the Downtown neighborhood and 94010 ZIP code in Burlingame, CA The school district for Washington Elementary School is the Burlingame Elementary School District. Washington Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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