Sterling Park Elementary School

Very disappointed in this school that I thought would be my son's school, he started in VPK and just two weeks before finishing the program they tell me that the child is expelled for absences. They made that decision just like that, when most of the absences were due to health problems justified by their doctor with evidence. I had to lie to the boy saying that school ended today. A very unfair decision by English Estates Elementary School. I hope this comment will serve as an experience for all the mothers who start with their children in public schools and choose the best school for their child so that what happened to me does not happen to them.

Mixed feelings as our then 7 yr old daughter was constantly being bullied by her peers. We notified the teachers but it continued throughout the year. It was one and done as we placed her in a different school this year.

I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr. Thacker and the majority of the staff at Red Bug Elementary. They truly are an amazing school. They put together so many wonderful events for the students, and it’s clear how much they care. Dr. Thacker even spends her weekends at the park watching the students play—giving her personal time just to support and connect with our kids. That level of dedication and love for the students is truly special.

My 8 yo daughter took a very important test that would determine if she could be promoted to the next grade or be retained. She has ADD and gets distracted very easily. I received a phone call from one of her two teachers telling me she did not pass the test and she would be retained. She got the lowest score possible which made me question if she had even paid any attention to the test. When I asked her teachers they had no clue of her performance during the test. I was told they were not with her while she took the test but didn’t care to find out how she got the lowest score possible. I addressed my concern to them and their reply was to not reach out to them for the rest of the year and instead to reach out to administration. Zero commitment, dedication or accountability. If you are an advocate for your child’s education don’t enroll your child in this school. Note: The other staff were always great to me (front desk, nurse, principal assistant, and others).

Our experience with this school's admission process raised serious concerns about fairness, transparency, and equal treatment. Decisions appeared to be based on assumptions rather than the student's actual abilities or the facts provided. I feel important decisions were made without following proper procedures or giving fair consideration to the documentation submitted. When schools act on preconceived notions instead of facts, they risk unfairly limiting opportunities for capable students. In my opinion, the school's actions and decisions toward my child were neither fair nor transparent, and felt discriminatory and unjust. I believe every student deserves to be treated with respect and without bias. I share this to raise awareness and to encourage schools to provide proper training, oversight, and accountability so that every student is evaluated on their strength and potential, not on stigma or preconceived notions. Families carefully consider all aspects beyond academics.

The sweetest and most special school. It has become like a second home to my children and I couldn't have better things to say. The school not only makes my children feel safe and comfortable, but they go above and beyond to understand each individual child's learning style and personality. My kids genuinely enjoy and look forward to going to school every day. The curriculum is incredible and I have seen such a difference between my young child that has gone to school there since they were little versus one of my other child that went to a different school for their first few years. I highly recommend.