Liberty Elementary School

The 5 star reviews for Penngrove were based on the old Principal that left. Unfortunately the new Principal, Carly Harp, from Rohnert Park Schools, is unqualified, and it shows. The front office staff doesn't even compare to previous years. They are untrained and too distracted with gossip instead of caring for the kids. There are some teachers that are good but under poor leadership shows. The kids that misbehave have no consequences and the other 80% are left to fend for themselves. If you have a child with behavioral issues this school may be the best option with how it is run. The school yard is a free for all and again under poor leadership shows. Too many children are now enrolled at Penngrove and Carly Harp plans to keep it that way. Staff is too concerned with making sure they cover their tracks. There is no accountability. Parents have to constantly fight for their kids. Many long standing families left the school. Go to another school!

This school is amazing. Older negative reviews seem to be related to the old principal. The current principal and administration is excellent. The culture here is inclusive and welcoming. Academically my daughter is supported, pushed, and thriving. I love that social emotional learning is part of the curriculum and since it’s a smaller school, the teachers and principal really know each student individually and work to support them where they are and then exceed that. The ideal primary school experience in my opinion.

Absolutely wonderful school. Both my kids attended until we just recently moved to a different state. Staff is wonderful kind people who create a very warm friendly atmosphere. They also have a really amazing buddy system to bring different grade levels together. They have free before and afterschool care. Upon our move we ran into a lot of difficulties trying to have my daughter signed up at her new school and a staff member in the office at Cinnabar helped us through email communicate with the new school back and forth to ensure that my daughter was able to be accepted into her new school. I would absolutely recommend this school to anyone looking for more with their children’s education and experiences.