I have read all the reviews of Colonies North Elementary and I want to go on record as saying this is an exceptionally good school. My children have attended Colonies North since 2004 and we are very pleased with the work the administration and staff are doing. They approach challenges as opportunities
... Read more and work very hard to give students at Colonies North the best education. Students who attend Colonies North do very well in Middle and High school and this is directly attributable to the skills they learn in elementary school. I recommend this school without reservation to anyone considering a move to the area. The negative reviews I read on this site suggest personal dissatisfaction that is generalized to the entire school. I find that the staff and administration are very accommodating and always, always, put the students first. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/19/08
Incredible staff, awesome teachers, top notch administration and involved parents and students add up to the coveted exemplary rating. Great work Cougars!!!
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Posted by a parent on 11/12/08
I have a kinder that attends Colonies North and I really wish that I would have done research on this school and its administrators prior to moving to this area. Thank God that we rent because we will be changing schools at our first chance. I truly feel that from the teachers to the administrators
... Read more there is not a true love for children at this location...The principle is cold and does not respect the children and parents concerns. There are better schools...with better leaders. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/23/08
We have been with this school for some time now and loved the former principal. It amazes my husband and I how much things have changed since my kids started school there. The school has improved as far as its looks. However, I do find the recent change in administration unfavorable. Parents, if
... Read more you have the choice, do not enroll your child at this school. There are many other schools in the district that will treat you and your children with the respect they deserve. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/12/08
Absolutely the worst school I have ever seen, been to, or had a child enrolled in!! Sooooo disorganized.
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Posted by a parent on 09/08/08
Great school, great teachers! sooo happy w/ the work my children are doing.
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Posted by a former student on 11/02/05
Great School. My son was in speech and the teachers were wonderful there. My kids have gone for five years and I am very satisfied with the school. Lots of community involvement. I dont particularly like the office staff but thats about it.
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Posted by a parent on 09/07/05
I think the school, teachers, and staff are outstanding! The math specialist (Miss Cotton) did wonders with my child and I am forever greatful. I have since had two other children enroll in the school and have recognized that all of the teachers offer their full academic support where necessary. The
... Read more school is also a smaller community which I think makes the students feel at home. Parent involvement in outstanding as well. The teachers and staff do whatever is necessary to produce effective and prepared students and I am so proud. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/27/05
Great school with a caring staff. My concerns were readily answered!
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School Profile for Colonies North Elementary School
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Enrollment
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Student enrollment:
500
Students per teacher:
13
Full-time teachers:
38
Number of classrooms:
30
Arts
Art
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Gifted Students, Speech/Language Pathologists
Music
Music
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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San Antonio schools — Colonies North Elementary School is located at 9915 Northampton Dr, San Antonio TX 78230. 9915 Northampton Dr is in the 78230 ZIP code in San Antonio, TX The school district for Colonies North Elementary School is the Northside Independent School District. Colonies North Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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