Bates Elementary School

We’ve been at the Sumner two years and our very pleased, especially with the remote learning. If I could give the Sumner 4.5 stars I would (because hey no school is perfect and BPS facilities do need upgrading - though the Sumner has an amazing brand new playground). We’ve had two fabulous teachers and have been able to connect with other families. The school is large but I have never gotten the impression that it’s overcrowded. I love that the preschool classrooms are by themselves on the lower level and likewise the wraparound care for the youngest grades. I think the school and especially the parent council try hard to reach out to engage families and are especially concerned with doing so equitably, given how diverse the school is.

My child is being bullied & the school is purposely ignoring it. Yet chooses to punish them for their response. The principle claims to investigate but always comes back saying she found nothing. Even though there is a known problem with behavior in this classrom. I am seriously concerned for my child's well being. They are now telling me they don't think their teachers like them cause no one listens to them. No one is offering any real help. In my opinion, the staff is a smiling passive aggressive rouge group with the power to determine whether to hold themselves accountable for anything.

Es increíble la calidad humana y pedagógica de todo el personal de esta institución. Dudo que mis hijos puedan sentirse en otra escuela como lo hicieron en esa, mucha dedicación, mucho amor por lo que hacen y sobre todo la responsabilidad académica que tienen. Agradeceré infinita mente a Mr Jean, su desempeño es invaluable; Mr Rithe, Ms Be, Ms McComack ufff sin palabras, en fin mis hijos al igual que yo felicitan a esta ejemplar institución, felicidades a ese equipo directivo que hace que todo funcione a cabalidad, a todos todos gracias

As a parent, my experience with the Lyndon has been very positive. I can only speak for the elementary grades so far, but my children have progressed well academically and socially. I have been very happy with all of the teachers so far over 5 years. The school offers gym, music, art, science, theater, and various before/after school childcare options/activities. The current administration has been excellent, and notably has increased the academic rigor above what BPS requires generally. Parents are heavily involved which is a major plus.

This is my daughters first year in the Nursery program at Holy Name and I couldn't be more pleased. The staff overall is very helpful and the administration well organized. I love my daughters teacher and I am amazed at how much she has learned in one year. I would absolutely recommend this school to anyone interested in affordable private education.

Overall great experience thus far, my son has experienced continuous academic growth and has really become part of the school culture. The school's curriculum is well rounded and focused on the whole child.