Alden Bridge

I’ve got two kids and Ellisor and we have been very happy. The academics are challenging, the teachers work hard, the principal is very supportive and proactive, and safety is important. The PTO also plans really great events and works hard. My only complaint is that the kids don’t get enough recess, and are on screens too much, but I think that’s across the board at most schools.

We are a military family that retired here in The Woodlands. Our kiddo has been to two previous elementary schools and Bush Elementary has been the best elementary school. We communicated with the school that our kid was a new student and the transitions issues that I could see happening in the future. The school staff (her teachers and assistant principal) were very helpful! We have been at Bush Elementary for two years and the teachers have always been helpful and communicate when your child is struggling. Safety was a huge thing for us, and they will not allow you pick up your student unless you are on the list and have notified the appropriate staff. To me everything is about communication, and I think Bush Elementary is a great school for your kids. They organize fun events for the kids to attend and push together fundraisers for the school as well.

I have very mixed feelings about this school. On the positive, the school is very safe, clean, and kids seem to be very respectful. Large class sizes as you would expect in a Catholic school unfortunately. However, there are some disappointing politics within the administration. For instance, the new principal appears to show favoritism toward certain parents. Parents should be cautious about voicing concerns regarding teachers or curriculum, as doing so can result in being quietly excluded from volunteering opportunities or serving as a room parent—even if concerns are raised respectfully. While the school promotes a strong “family” message, families who speak up about certain issues often feel punished instead. I have two children enrolled here, and many parents share the impression that there is a culture of fear and favoritism stemming from the top of the administration.The teachers are very strict, with discipline being at the center of focus. I would not suggest coming here for early ages, as many teachers are not warm and welcoming to little children.