Well, I am very sorry to say that this school has been nothing but a big disappointment. The administration here, including the Principal are not the most receptive bunch. Upon entering the building you sense a feeling of not being welcomed there, from the receptionist on... Some of the teachers are
... Read more great and doing a good job. Some are, well... just not!When problems are brought up to the principal she sweeps it under the rug. Not very good leadership. Also please observe this school's Student car pick up line... It is very unorganized and unsafe. Students are not monitored as to what cars they are getting into. I am talking Kindergarten children being stuffed into cars by 5th, graders, while the adults are socializing w/ each other. No one is monitoring the situation. I am very unconfortable w/ this. Talk about Negligence! The playground is lacking shade and equipment. Overall a big let down:-( Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/25/09
I used to be a student here about 2 years ago. I enjoyed everything about it. Even though we had a mulitude of pricipals throughtout the 6 years i was there, I still loved every single one of them. The food is great, the teachers are awesome, what else could you want? Plus, It's by a safe neighborhood.
... Read more Kids can walk to school without parents worrying. In my years there, no single emergency has happened. Except probably the tornado warning, but the tornado never came anyways. So, just because of everything above and more, I love this school, and rate in 5 stars! :) Read less
Posted by a student on 11/16/08
I am very pleased withthe school in general. Unfortunately the school has had 3 principals in 3 years. The school is excellent, but I believe the highly qualified teacher in general and lots of parent invovementhas to do with the rateing. We have some teachers that are excellent while others like the
... Read more 1st grade team this years could use some help. In all we have an excellent TAG team and office team. In general I am satisfied with FBE. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/02/07
I am extremely pleased with both the high quality of academic stimulation and the accessibility of the teachers. My 7-year old attended other so-called exemplary public schools, where I was less than impressed by the degree of challenge provided, so Fern Bluff turned out to be a very pleasant surprise.
... Read more Much as I dislike living in Round Rock, I do not plan to move out of here until my child is finished with elementary school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/29/07
I am a student here and I beleive this school deserves a very good rating. The teachers are fun, it has a very friendly environment, and I learn someting new every day. 5 stars!
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Posted by a student on 11/22/07
My wife and I refuse to sell our house or move out of the neighborhood until our children have all passed through this school - it is that good! The staff (including the principal) reaches out into the community and is very active outside of the school - it is evident they are interested in the lives
... Read more of the children they teach. Sadly, I am concerned that there is a teacher there who would publicly undermine a fine principal (sorry to see her go) while hiding behind anonymity. I would really rather that this person not teach my children - I want them to learn to honor others, not tear them down. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/01/07
Students at Fern Bluff are getting an enriching and challenging, well-rounded education. The teachers are very committed to developing these students, thus, they keep current with cutting edge strategies and best practices. Parental involvement is very high as well, which adds to the almost
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Posted by a parent on 07/19/06
On outside it looks as though this is a great school...inside is somewhat different. The principal is very snotty and doesn't have a welcoming attitude. The teachers don't get along and the poor students are pressured to death to maintain the school exemplary scores. You can see the stress in those
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Posted by a teacher on 06/16/06
Good school with lots of wonderful teachers. Needs more shade on the playground though! Principal seems friendly.
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Posted by a parent on 04/26/06
Fern Bluff is a very good school. Your child will be prepared to move into Middle School. Rules are enforced. Parent involvement is high. The PTA is very busy. Excellent choice in a great location.
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Round Rock schools — Fern Bluff Elementary School is located at 17815 Park Valley Dr, Round Rock TX 78681. 17815 Park Valley Dr is in the 78681 ZIP code in Round Rock, TX The school district for Fern Bluff Elementary School is the Round Rock Independent School District. Fern Bluff Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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