450 5th Ave, Wilmington, DE 19808

My experience with Forest Oak Elementary was extremely disappointing, especially regarding how my child’s IEP and behavioral needs were handled.While attending Forest Oak, my child experienced ongoing issues that I repeatedly tried to address with the school. I felt that certain situations were documented in a way that did not accurately represent my child or what was actually happening. Some of that information remains in his educational records and follows him to other schools, which is one of my biggest concerns.Since transferring to a different school, the difference has been noticeable. So far, my child has had no complaints, is making friends, and is adjusting well. Seeing him doing well in a new environment has made me question even more whether the environment and handling of situations at Forest Oak contributed significantly to the problems he experienced there.I was also very dissatisfied with some of my interactions with administration. There were times when I found the assistant principal’s demeanor and presentation concerning and unprofessional. As a parent, I did not always feel that my concerns were taken as seriously as they should have been.Parents of children with IEPs need to pay close attention to what is being documented about their child. Ask questions, request copies of records, and advocate when something does not accurately reflect your child’s needs or what occurred.This review reflects my personal experience as a parent. I hope the school takes concerns regarding students with IEPs seriously and makes improvements so other families have a better experience.