I agree that GV pushes the kids pretty hard and part of that reason is for high test scores. BUT, the kids learn a lot and they are sponges so in the long run, what's the harm?
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Posted by a parent on 10/01/09
Grand View is an amazing elementary school because it offers so many exceptional programs for our children to learn through. Growing Great, Grades of Green, Young At Art, Class Performances, Field Trips, etc. My children have been inspired by the teachers and staff to do more than they thought they
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Posted by a parent on 09/24/09
Amazing location, teachers, principal, staff. Happy kids, great programs and an awesome PTA!
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Posted by a parent on 09/23/09
As far as public schools are concerned, I would rate Grand View as top of its class. The school has all of the components necessary allow kids to be at their best -- an amazing location, large play areas, caring teachers, dynamic leadership, an actively-involved parent group, and other programs that
... Read more give students opportunities to expand their knowledge base. Our family has found the teachers, staff, and administration to be very responsive, responsible, and proactive in terms of meeting my child's needs. We send our youngest in to kindergarten without worry since we know he too will be well educated and cared for. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/09
Grand View is focusing on preparing students to pass state tests rather than teaching them to learn and love learning. The quality of teachers has dropped dramatically as the school struggles with the increase in special needs education.
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Posted by a parent on 04/18/09
My son loved being a Grand View Gator. Situated in the Sand Section of Manhattan Beach, this is a beautiful Art Deco style school filled with happy kids, excellent teachers, and many extracurricular programs. Grand View also hosts the local Cub Scout pack, and sponsors the annual Gator Run, an excellent
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Posted by a parent on 04/01/09
Test scores and behavior reward programs are the focus of Grand View. Grand View does not encourage individuality. The up-side is that we have clean bathrooms, part-time science and full time PE.
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Posted by a parent on 10/20/06
Grandview is a wonderful school with caring, thoughtful and smart teachers who truly enjoy our kids. There is a new principle who has been making changes. Overall good. We are very happy at Grandview and highly recommend this school.
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Posted by a parent on 09/10/06
Grandview is a great school. My kids are getting a fantastic education. They love to talk about the PE teacher Ms. Wood, and the librarian Mrs. Snively, the Science Lab, Computer Lab. I'm so proud that they are excited about learning. The New Principal is very involved. The parents are also very involved.
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Posted by a parent on 07/09/06
GrandView is a great school with a great principle and teachers. Even though it doesn't have art or music the teahcers still teach the students those activitites. GrandView ISN'T only interested in the kids grad scores they want every student to be doing well in schol
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Manhattan Beach schools — Grand View Elementary School is located at 455 24th St, Manhattan Beach CA 90266. 455 24th St is in the 90266 ZIP code in Manhattan Beach, CA The school district for Grand View Elementary School is the Manhattan Beach Unified School District. Grand View Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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