This is our 3rd year at Wagon Wheel and we have been thoroughly impressed in every way. The teachers are outstanding! They are dedicated, well trained and communicate openly with parents. The school community is very tight knit and feels like a much smaller school. The parents are very involved and
... Read more contribute significantly to the school's success. I can't say enough good things about our school. Read less
My child loves to go to schoo each and every day because Mrs. Tyler is the best teacher he has ever had.
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Posted by a parent on 02/12/09
My children have been attending Wagon Wheel Elementary since 2001. One is now in 5th grade and one is in 3rd grade. This school is not only ranked number one in the district academically, but I'm sure it also has the best PTA/PTO. The combination of dedicated teachers and involved parents makes for
... Read more a winning combination. The teachers are quick to recognize when a child needs extra help and also willing to challenge those that are able to push ahead. The Meet the Masters art program is great. Unfortunately a music program isn't available to all grade levels. Currently Kindergarten, 4th and 5th grades have music opportunities. Teachers are allowed to use the computer lab and science lab at their discretion. The view from the playground is pretty spectacular also. My kids love Wagon Wheel. Read less
I am very impressed with the quality of Wagon Wheel. The parent involvment is amazing, the staff at Wagon Wheel has been nothing but professional. And the programs that are offered are varied and interesting.
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Posted by a parent on 02/13/06
My son has been a student at Wagon Wheel since kindergarten. He is now in his last year at Wagon Wheel (5th grade). We have had a wonderful experiance. He is a strait A student and has thrived here. Out of 6 years we only had one year that we were not happy with his teacher. She just didnt like him and
... Read more unfortunatly it reflected in his grades that year. I guess you cant get along with every one! Sorry to be leaving. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/10/06
This is our first year at wagon wheel. We were told by many people in the neighborhood that it was excellent but we had always been in Private. We are so extremely pleased with the way the school is run, the teachers and their credentials, the academic's taught. Its a blessing right in our own backyard.
... Read more Highly recommend it. I have one 5th grader and 2 third graders. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/06/05
This school is awesome, we are new to it, love the teachers, how its run, the academics It is incredible.
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Posted by a parent on 10/06/05
I have a friend's son who goes to this school (Grade 2). The teachers are excellent and the curriculum is superb. Extra attention is given to math.
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Coto De Caza schools — Wagon Wheel Elementary School is located at 30912 Bridle Path, Coto De Caza CA 92679. 30912 Bridle Path is in the 92679 ZIP code in Coto De Caza, CA The school district for Wagon Wheel Elementary School is the Capistrano Unified School District. Wagon Wheel Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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