Exceptional principal who knows all the kids by name. Great teachers. Strong parent involvement with PTA and Ed Foundation raising money to make up for shortfall left by state budget cuts. Music, art, science lab and even PE in 4th grade and up have remained. Only concerns are true for entire district:
... Read more growing class sizes to over 20 even in K-3, over 30- in 4th adn 5th and district horrible track record and approach to special ed. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/26/09
I moved into Manhattan Beach for its schools and boy, am I glad I did. The strength of this school is its excellent & caring teachers, led by Principal Dale Keldrauk, who is the best principal I've encountered in the 4 schools my kids have attended. Advanced curriculum; good resources.
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Posted by a parent on 08/18/09
We compared this campus, classes offered and the cirriculum to Rolling Hills Country Day, and with only the exception of the swimming pool and the long scenic drive up to RPV, Pennekamp offered everything; computer lab once a week, science teacher once a week, library with staffed librarian, on staff
... Read more nurse, and legendary PE teacher, with PE every single day, music program and Young at Art as well as many supplemental educational assemblies, guest teachers and an amazingly involved, hands on, in class group of parent volunteers. This is our first year here at 1st grade from Montessori of Manhattan Beach and we are very, very pleased so far. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/03/09
Pennekamp is a wonderful school. My son has an amazing teacher. The science, P.E. and other specialists add to the experience. The parents provide good support. The STAR program provides a great variety of activities for the kids. We were previously in a private school and worried about the transition,
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Posted by a parent on 04/21/09
I've had two sons attend this campus commencing with my first in 1999 and my second will graduate this year. Over the years I've witnessed few teachers come and go. The school has a strong academic program, teachers and office staff really care about each child and the parent participation is amazing.
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Posted by a parent on 02/07/09
Pennekamp has been a great experience for both my children who are in 1st and 2nd grade. High parent involvement, many extra curricular activities, and great teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 09/01/08
We moved to Manhattan Beach just for the school district, our child has attended two years here, and the Kindergarten experience was mixed, the teacher was incompetent,although the system and curriculum seemed well-planned and organized.First grade experience has been excellent so far, they hired a great
... Read more teacher.They do too much emphasis on the age, instead of performance of every child, though.Would suggest the school, but be aware that the satisfaction of your experience relates to who you have as your child's teacher. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/21/06
Parents are impressed with the quality of education their children are receiving and the level of academic challenge.
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Posted by a parent on 04/26/06
Excellent program, lots of parent participation, very well run, strong on academics, light on arts, sports and other extracurricular activities
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Posted by a parent on 01/25/06
Both my children have gone to Pennekamp since they were 5 years old. Pennekamp is a school where the children come first. Each child is encouraged to do their personal best without being labeled as the smart or dumb kids. The teachers are highly skilled and work hard to bring out the best in each child.
... Read more The principal is kind and knows each child by name. She is a great example of a leader and I will miss seeing her everyday as my daughter graduates this year. Thank you Pennekamp for bringing out the best in my children and giving them the encouragement and confidence they need to go out into the world! Read less
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Manhattan Beach schools — Pennekamp Elementary School is located at 110 S Rowell Ave, Manhattan Beach CA 90266. 110 S Rowell Ave is in the 90266 ZIP code in Manhattan Beach, CA The school district for Pennekamp Elementary School is the Manhattan Beach Unified School District. Pennekamp Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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