This is a really good school. The progam UIL is supported by teachers and parents. Their is no lack of parent involvement.
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Posted by a parent on 03/25/09
Canterbury is like a private school, only it is public. The staff is very dedicated and there is a high morale overall. There are many activities to encourage family togetherness at the school. My child seems to be ahead of all his friends who attend other schools nearby. Also the school seems like
... Read more it is clean and sanitary. I couldn't ask for more. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/08/08
I strongly believe that Canterbury Elementary School is the best school for my children. Based on our previous experience with another GT public school intra-district, Canterbury School promotes fairness and discipline at all times. This school offers a variety of academically-related extra-curricular
... Read more activities that are equally supported by school staff and parents. Mrs. D. Guzman, the principal has the characteristics of being a true leader. She is a very busy person who always finds time to listen to parents. The teachers are excellent. I feel blessed and fortunate to have a school that is conducive for learning for my two lovely children. This makes me go to work as a single parent with confidence, knowing that my children are in good hands. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/07
My son comes from a one income family and on top of that he is disabled and does not get any government assistance whatsoever. So, we are not wealthy. However, I don't understand why that is an issue in having a good education or taking part in it. We, as parents, need to be held more accountable
... Read more for the futures of our kids. We can call the teachers or send notes with our children and ask them about their progress or what we need to do to help out. We're not doing their jobs but we do need to take an interest. Parenting does not stop at school. I, for one cannot volunteer during the day, but there is a PTA to attend and voice our concerns or even give our praises. I, for one, am very happy with this school. It is a very sought after school to attend. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/07
This school was problematic because some students were economically better off than others and this caused a riff within the students. For example, some students were able to stay after school for their extracurricular activities because they could afford the t-shirts and had rides. The students from
... Read more single parent homes didn't have the option of staying after school so they missed out on clubs. The teachers and meetings also don't consider that single parent homes in which the parent works cannot attend all the functions that are during the day. Another thing that was a problem was the preferred treatment that children received if they had parents who were teachers. It would be helpful if they could implement a system where teachers took turns with the children and offered rides or offered after school activities or Saturday, where parents could pick them up or drop them off. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/23/07
I love this school we have to move I I'm trying so hard to find a home in the same area. My daughter is in kinder and she was taught more this year than her cousion who is in the First grade at another school. They are both at the same reading level. And have the same words to learn. The teachers and
... Read more staff are great and very open when it come to my childs progress. She comes home every Friday and is excited to learn and tell me about her new science project. She also teaches me great new songs she learns at school as well as the classics. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/10/05
Kids are highly motivated, discipline is very good, and there are some awesome teachers. I highly recommend it.
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Posted by a parent on 02/12/05
This is the best school that my child has attended. My child has attended private school in the past, but it cannot compare itself to the dedication of the staff and ms. Guzman. It is a pleasure as a parent to know that my child is in an enviromemnt that is condicive to learning and where excelling
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Edinburg schools — Canterbury Elementary School is located at 2821 W Canton Ave, Edinburg TX 78539. 2821 W Canton Ave is in the 78539 ZIP code in Edinburg, TX The school district for Canterbury Elementary School is the Edinburg Cons Independent School District. Canterbury Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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