Edison Elementary School
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17 reviews
2700 Buena Vista Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4002
Community Reviews
Read what parents are saying about Edison Elementary SchoolOur family is super grateful for Edison. Two of my kids have attended and one is now in middle school. Having worked at schools in East Bay schools myself I appreciate the warmth, consistency, and academics that this school provides. It requires a lot of parents giving a lot of time and money, so if you can help out in any way, that will make your experience better. I hope the school culture continues to grow in its inclusion and cultural humility. In general, I have met a lot of very kind and generous families.
Posted by a parent on 8/12/2023Teachers and staff do an excellent job of caring for the whole student - they are focused on social emotional learning in addition to academic curriculum. I love being a part of this community.
Posted by a parent on 2/24/2022We are having an excellent experience at Edison, as do most families. The parent leadership and financial donations help accommodate the very low budget the school is given. Diversity is appreciated and applauded.The music, art, library, garden, sustainability, and PE programs are interesting, relevant and always being reinvented. We are undergoing construction that will improve campus safety. The office staff is super warm and friendly. The wonderful school community is why people move to be at Edison. (If you do become an Edison Otter - give back - in time, donations, and by joining the community, this is how you and your kids will gain the most from this school.)
Posted by a parent on 6/4/2018We have had a fabulous experience at Edison. The new principal, Rob Slauson, is a force of nature - he is passionate about education and character, and is leading his team to excel. Our children have benefited from truly extraordinary teachers. The PTA is incredibly dedicated and provides resources for art, garden education, music, physical education, diversity and inclusion curriculum, and technology. Perhaps most importantly, Edison is a really inclusive and welcoming community. The office staff is wonderful, the teachers are great, and the parents are busy like everyone in the Bay Area, but genuinely love and support not only their children but the entire Edison community. Edison is the heart of our neighborhood and is transforming from a very good neighborhood school into a model of diverse, inclusive, and dedicated education. We feel very lucky to be there.
Posted by a parent on 5/14/2018There are many great things about this school (amazing teachers and parents) but in the recent years it has gone downhill and many people are leaving this school, which is unfortunate. The principal/school leadership is the main reason for the school’s steady decline. She either does not address issues openly or directly, or will ignore things altogether. Most of the time, things are left unresolved or with a less than ideal resolution. Many of us felt that the best way to deal with her is to not deal with her. Most people hope not to have any reason to interact with her. Bullying has become an issue at this school; the “zero tolerance” phrase is just words with no meaning. The bullies are allowed to be bullies. Good teachers have left or have been driven out. This principal also allows staff to bully children on the playground, despite being aware of the staff member and this woman’s objectionable behavior. Other issues have come up where parents have organized and voiced their concerns in force about this principal and her lack of judgment, only to have nothing done. People stay away from direct confrontations with her though, because of the fear of recriminations towards their child. The parents remain dedicated but others have given up and moved on. Edison used to be the school that everyone wanted, sadly, not anymore. Look around before you commit, there are other options. If you ask around, you will find the current principal has a less than stellar reputation in the community.
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Alameda schools - Edison Elementary School is located at 2700 Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda CA 94501. Edison Elementary School is in the Alameda Unified School District. Edison Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-5.
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