If you have a bright child that seems a bit advanced, which I do, my experience has been that the teachers are too overwhelmed with accomodating the trouble makers and children needing extra help to catch up, to give advanced children the work and attention to keep them excited about their work. It
... Read more is a sweet school filled with wonderful families and well-intentioned teachers but it is not a place for high-achievers. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/01/09
My daughter has just started her Kinder year at Zilker, but already I am impressed with the teachers, staff and the parent involvement. I'm looking forward to all the new and exciting adventures that await and everything I've seen so far makes me think it's going to get better with every day.
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Posted by a parent on 09/03/08
My son attended Zilker from Pre K thru 5th grade. Last year was our last. An education is only as good as the teacher and we had an above average one every year. Their were at least two very good ones in each grade we entered. The core of teachers is still in place, but the diversity sets it apart
... Read more from other schools in the area. It is not all white, so my son was ethnically asscociated early on- an immeasurable quality not listed on Taks tests. 'Zilker is a great place for kids!' The school encourages creativity in kids as well as parents. go there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/11/08
We have lived in Georgia, South Carolina and been in many different schools. My youngest son is entering 2nd Grade and has Autism- he is fully included with an amazing support team. Our oldest is going into fifth grade- the fifth grade teachers are amazing and we are very excited about the school year.
... Read more My niece is entering fourth- has always been at Zilker and has always had amazing teachers. My nephew is entering first grade and again has had great teachers. My other nephew is in the daycare at Zilker and it has not been the greatest experience- but atleast he is on campus and we can all swing in and give him a hug whenever we want! The community is amazing- very hippie- loving, supportive and accepting. The Teachers are the best we have ever encountered! Highly recommend Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/23/08
Despite the new principle, the school has retained many of the teaching staff that helped it attain its Blue Ribbon status. The teachers are fabulous, parent involvement is outstanding and the school as a whole is diverse and provides a quality education as well as unique socialization opportunities.
... Read more I transferred my son in, and I couldn't be happier. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/26/07
Zilker had a very strong Principal hired away after bring it to a Blue Ribbon and Exlemplary award. The following Principal was much less interested in the quality of educaion as for the needs of special needs student (may be a easier route). Any way the percent of special needs kids went to
... Read more 25% and the GT program went out the door. I know we slipped downtwo slots from exeplary the new principals first year dont know what it is now. There are still many good teachers there but a large percentage have left. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/18/06
This is the kids of school that could only exist in Austin. The parents (several musicians) are highly involved, the teachers are great, & I truly respect Bren, the principal.
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Posted by a parent on 05/12/06
Zilker is a great school. My son was having problems with reading and Zilker provided him with free tutoring after school. His reading has improved a great deal.
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Posted by a parent on 01/25/06
Zilker is a great school. The teachers and staff are all very caring and really helped my son feel at home during his first year at school.
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Posted by a parent on 01/25/06
My son has had a wonderful experience at Zilker Elementary. The teachers truly challenge him everyday in his coursework. The parents along with the PTA truly helps the school succeed in every aspect(providing extra art programs, parents volunteering with events and in the classroom, supporting the
... Read more teachers when needed, provides extra tutoring programs). Zilker Elementary is a great starting place for your child's education. Read less
Autism Specialists, Early Childhood Special Needs, Emotionally Challenged, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech/Language Pathologists
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Austin schools — Zilker Elementary School is located at 1900 Bluebonnet Ln, Austin TX 78704. 1900 Bluebonnet Ln is in the Barton Hills neighborhood and 78704 ZIP code in Austin, TX The school district for Zilker Elementary School is the Austin Independent School District. Zilker Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 6.
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