Maltby

Great experience overall, with the exception of the space challenge in the parking lot. You can easily spend 15 min trying to get in/out with kid at the pick up line. There is no other way to get your kid unless you qualify for bus service. Nearly 40 percent of the school is a parent cooperative so there’s lots of families giving of their time and energy which makes for a strong community.

Both my kids are at Cathcart School. It is an awesome school, awesome teachers and the best people at the office and last but not least the most awesome Principal ever!!! Mrs Anderson :) They have great programs during school and summer school! Im glad I am part of this community! :)

We have two children enrolled at the school and will have a third child entering in the next year or two. We've had a positive experience overall and believe our kids' academic needs are being met. We particularly appreciate the more traditional education provided in the standard educational program. For example, our child was still taught cursive handwriting, which is no longer required (and has been de-emphasized) in the Washington state curriculum in many districts.The principal is highly involved and communicative with parents, actively working to address challenges facing the school. We've seen noticeable overall improvement under her leadership. The administrative staff is very friendly—we're impressed that they know all the children's names and even recognize their parents. The WATCH D.O.G.S. program (Dads of Great Students) for fathers is also a nice touch that promotes positive male role models.School, parent, and teacher involvement and communication are strong. Most teachers provide weekly updates on lessons and suggest activities to support further learning at home.We also have a child in the Montessori program at the school. We appreciate the alternative educational style offered while still maintaining standards and testing to ensure a balanced education.