Pepperell Middle School

The staff of EC has helped my sons transition to a new school. They also hae a team of teachers helping my oldest cope with social issues. They are strict and run a tight ship, but students are challenged and learn in interactive and interesting ways. It's fair to say my sons have grown intellectually.

i would not reccomend this school! the staff are always trying to diagnose kids and get them medicine for inattention. the school needs diversity. it also needs to be cleaner. the staff dresses casual everyday.

My daughter attended PPS from K-3rd grade. I have been very pleased with PPS. As far as the other parents comment with 3rd graders learning what we learned in 5th grade, that's every school now. Kids are so much more advanced than we were at that age. Pepperell has been a 'No Excuses' award winner for the past few years. (test scores vs. per capita income) usually lower income area's (Lindale) have lower test scores. Not Pepperell Primary. They are always above state average. My daughter attended 4th grade in Gordon county, and was ahead of her new class. We bought a home this month, and 50% of the decision was school district. We wanted nothing other than Pepperell.

Our daughter attended St. Mary's and loved everything about it. She bounced out of bed every morning to get ready for school. Unfortunately, we had to move out of the area and were heartbroken that we had to leave St. Mary's. If you want your child to get an excellent education where the teachers and staff truly care about your child, this is the place for you. St. Mary's has it all. They provide PE, music, art, computer, and Spanish classes. All of the teachers are fabulous and well versed in their area of expertise. St Mary's has a high standard of excellence and the students willingly meet these expectations. The school provides ample opportunities for children to participate in extra-curricular activities. There are also many ways for parents to be involved with the school. There are fun activities all year long which makes school exciting for the students. All of this is done in a caring Christian environment. We love St. Mary's School!

I graduated from Darlington and found it to be one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life. The friends from all over the world allow one to realize just how insular regular city schools can be but the quality of the educational experience is really what sets the school apart. I was simply well prepared to meet the challenges of college. Isn't that what it is all about?

The Montessori method is a great approach to teaching children. MSOR has no business being in contact with children in any capacity. I have witnessed first hand issues for other families and experienced numerous unacceptable challenges for my children. The owner has no background in education but thinks very highly of herself (and will tell everyone, whether listening or not). The staff are beyond incompetent - not a surprise based on how the place is run. The *only* reasons my children stayed for a few years were the teachers (we were blessed with GREAT teachers) and the global pandemic. Our teachers were fantastic and operated in spite of the owners tyranny. Our friends and neighbors did not have the same experience and left rapidly. When parents have questions, issues or concerns the owner and staff do not listen and help - they turn the situation around on the parent even taking it as far as recommending you find another school (over minor discussions).They talk of community but it is fake. This “school” will certainly fold in a year or two. Teachers are leaving left and right (half left before this year started). Don’t take your kids here. You cannot trust them with your children.

I’m surprised by the grade given by the state. I have kids in this school and a neighboring district and see a huge difference in Anna K. My experience as a parent has been so much more pleasant with the staff. I feel my kids have had their needs addressed and supported. The love and the way they care about families has been amazing. The facilities are much nicer than the other area schools. There’s new technology and resources available at Anna K. I wonder how much of the poor grade has to do with Covid related things that just couldn’t be helped? As a parent I fully recommend Anna K and hope to get my last elementary kid in there and away from the other school soon.