Beach Haven

I've now had both of my daughters attend Chet's Creek for their elementary education. Not only is the staff responsive to all questions and recommendations but the PTA is very involved and family activities are the best including the fall carnival, all of the school dances and the classroom learning fun. We absolutely love this school and our Chet's families!!

Great school with loving teachers and staff, the education is prestige.

Hi I’m a former student of this school, and overall I would give it about a 2.5 out of 5 stars.One of the biggest issues was the teacher turnover. Every year I attended, at least one teacher left in the middle of the school year, making learning inconsistent and sometimes chaotic. Many classes ended up with long-term substitutes, and students were often given large packets of work instead of receiving proper instruction. The science teacher situation during the 2025-2026 school year was especially frustrating. The first teacher taught the material, although lessons often felt rushed. After she left, the replacement teacher provided very little direct instruction. Most classes consisted of digital organizers and articles, and he barely included presentations or lectures. When students asked science questions, they were often directed back to the articles instead of receiving clear explanations. As a result, many students felt they had to teach themselves the material and prepare for the EOC largely on their own.The school’s organization could also be improved. It often felt like students with known behavioral issues were placed together in multiple classes, creating frequent distractions and making it harder for others to learn. The car line was another recurring problem. Students were sometimes scanned into the wrong lane, and dismissal often took longer than necessary because of traffic backups and confusion.I also had concerns about PE. At times, students were pushed through intense drills through hot weather, and some appeared genuinely exhausted or close to passing out. Another concern was the attitude of some administrators. There were occasions when staff seemed disrespectful toward students, at times I even overheard many speaking negatively about students. I was also concerned about how some students with special needs were treated, as they did not always seem to receive the patience and support they deserved.To be fair, there were some positive aspects of the school. Its smaller size made it feel less overwhelming than many other larger Duval county schools , and class sizes were generally reasonable. Some teachers and staff were excellent, particularly the counselor who taught history and the 7th-8th grade math teacher. Another positive part was the remediation policy, which was less strict than at many other schools and gave students more flexibility. I hope the school takes these issues into consideration of improving.