This school cares for the kids. Parents are welcome and Teachers are always working with the parents in identifying the kids potential. Both my kids love this school and do not want to miss a single day. They just love coach Parkman and Coach Addis who make PE both fun and a learning experience.
... Read more Our family is fortunate to be a part of Anderson Family. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/09/09
This review is well overdue. For the way this school cares for our kids started when my kids first went to Anderson last year. My son was diagnosed with ADHD last school year. Yet through it all, the teachers, counselor and principal all worked with me to help my son. This year is no different. We have
... Read more had a couple of issues already 3 days in and the counselor and teachers have once again been phenomenal with the care of my son. It means so much to know he is in great hands. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/27/08
We just recently moved here from Dallad and I am in love with Anderson. My child has really shown her best potential.
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Posted by a parent on 02/04/08
I have two children attending Anderson Elementary and am thrilled with the education they are receiving! The staff and faculty are warm and inviting as well as encouraging of parent - teacher relations. The teachers are respectful not only of one another and the students, but of the parents as well.
... Read more Our family loves Art Night and Science Night - which are above the call of duty for these teachers. I am able to see their unique styles of getting the kids engaged in education as well as their enthusiasm for teaching. The GT program has been stimulating for our kids and has brought about a love for learning. I look forward to several more years with Anderson. Our family is fortunate to be a part of this unique educational family! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/03/08
I visited this school 2 times this week and was disappointed to see that all the children were being punished because of a few troublemakers, with what they call a 'silent lunch' and 'no play recess' during recess. Lunch is a social occasion and if the kids are not allowed to release their energy during
... Read more recess, what will happen during class time? The staff is very friendly but not willing to go the extra mile for any kid. My child is penalized a full 10 points for not including her name on a paper. She is assigned projects irrelevant to her cognitive abilities. I agree with the parent that said that this school is strict but not strong on learning. I get the sense that they are trying to increase TAKS scores but not so focused on kids actually using their brains to learn. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/30/06
Volunteering is nicely coordinated and parents are VERY welcome at the school. FISD GT program for my child's grade is nicely implemented in terms of curriculum and instruction, but POOR in terms of time devoted -- 1 hour per week pullout program equals 3% of instructional time. Too little time challenging
... Read more gifted kids. Teachers very responsive to parents. I have always been made welcome to discuss any concerns, and action is taken. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/18/06
(Novemenber 18, 2005) I love this school! The teachers and staff are wonderful! The level of parent involvement is very high which makes for a wonderful environment for our children. My daughter is currently in first grade so I don't really have too much experience with extravurricular activities
... Read more yet, but I know they are available. I have been very happy with this school and plan on remaining in this area so that both my children will have the opportunity to attend this school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/18/05
Terrible principal, bad school. This school is rigid in rules yet seriously lacking in curriculum (as all Frisco ISD elementary schools are)!
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Posted by a parent on 09/14/05
Principal Polston does an outstanding job. Her love and enthusiasm for our children shows daily and flows through her team. Her team is skilled, creative and committed. My children have loved their teachers and are looking forward to another great year at Anderson.
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Plano schools — Anderson Elementary School is located at 2800 Oakland Hills, Plano TX 75025. 2800 Oakland Hills is in the Ridgeview Ranch neighborhood and 75025 ZIP code in Plano, TX The school district for Anderson Elementary School is the Frisco Independent School District. Anderson Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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