Manor Park

Our experience at Bel Pre Elementary School in Silver Spring, MD was very negative. In practice, this school is not inclusive of children with special needs, which aligns with what other families have already pointed out in their reviews.The main issue is the leadership. The administration lacks transparency and does not demonstrate a genuine commitment to ensuring that all students receive appropriate support. There is a clear lack of resources, and even more concerning, a lack of willingness to properly allocate or utilize them. In addition, there are several safety issues that leadership never acknowledges or resolves, eroding trust from families and negatively impacting children wellbeing. There appears to be a pattern where disabilities are approached and managed as behavioral issues, rather than being appropriately supported through specialized services and accommodations. This approach avoids accountability and results in students not receiving the support they need to succeed.Communication with families is inconsistent, and concerns are often ignored or minimized. Instead of collaboration, the approach feels evasive and uncommitted.While some teachers try to do their best within these limitations, there are others who follow directives from leadership, even when those decisions end up negatively impacting students.Overall, I would not recommend this school to families looking for a truly inclusive environment, adequate support, and responsible leadership.

I have a son who currently attends RCV and he loves it. I love the community at RCV. Everyone is so welcoming and Mr. Lee (Principal) is truly the best, He is a strong advocate for the kids at RCV ensuring that they meet every milestone. The PTA is always great! We love RCV! Go Eagles!

I've had the pleasure of watching my child grow from a young student to a confident fifth grader at this amazing school. What I love most is the strong sense of community - we know each other, bump into each other in the neighborhood, and even swim together! The after-school programs are fantastic, and my family has learned so much about diversity, empathy, and social issues. My child will grow up understanding and appreciating differences. The teachers are caring and dedicated, and the nurse is particularly special - she genuinely prioritizes the kids' safety and well-being. I'm grateful for this school and the values it's instilling in my child.

My daughter went here for kindergarten and unfortunately it wasn't a pleasant experience. She is nuerodivergent and how they treated her was like she was just a was kid. We were trying to figure of treatments and there was a 504 plan that basically meant nothing. My daughter was left feeling scarred from their her first year of school. I removed her from this school and it was a 180. She is thriving, and happy!