Pelican Marsh Elementary School

The Counselor of this school has no professionalism, instead of helping the children what she does is make them feel guilty. The worst experience that has happened to my child is this school.

I have two children who are in Kindergarten and 2nd grade. The teachers are very caring and do their jobs well. My children love their school and teachers very much.

We experienced ongoing issues with exclusionary peer dynamics and unkindness that significantly impacted our child emotionally. Most often, there appeared to be a culture of cliques among both students and parents, which made the environment feel less welcoming and inclusive than we had hoped for in a faith-based community.We also felt there was an emphasis on appearances and social status that did not always align with the values the school promotes, especially when moms of the school are being Photoshopped and posted on social media, and families are being titled “royalty” if they donate. Families considering the school may want to look not only at academics, but also what rpa truly stands for and if it aligns with your faith based values and how social and emotional well-being, kindness, and inclusion are fostered within the student culture.

ENCA has bee great for all of my children. The staff is very friendly and helpful. My children have done both VPK and wrap around care for several years now and I love the school. The instructors are always communicative and helpful if I have questions or concerns. The leadership staff has always been open and willing to help with any questions or concerns I have. I would recommend this school to anyone!

The school does not value academic success. They are way too easy on the students, especially in middle school. They have a no homework policy which harms the students and prevents them from learning. The academic rigor and encouragement to push students to work and learn is not there. A majority of the students do not value hard work or education. I would send your child elsewhere, especially for middle school. There a few teachers who are really good and value learning and want to teach students how to work and learn, but the administration does not seem to value that. Also, the field trips are very expensive. They cater to a certain crowd.

I would not recommend this school. The environment feels judgmental, unsafe, and not aligned with Christian values.

We felt unfairly "pushed out" of this school. Called very early in the year for vpk. 6 months in advance and was told to early. Called again at 3 months early same response. I expressed my concerns for him getting in on time. Was reassured It was to early and to call back. Finally calling a month in advance I was told someone would call me back.. Never got a call. I called again was told there were no more spots available. !!?