Manning 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.

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

Some teachers are wonderful. It is NOT a school for high needs children although it says it is. Children do not receive the correct pull-outs for therapy according to their IEP's and the school is very hard to work with. I have had children on IEP's; this school outright lies through their director of SPED. They do not follow laws or regulations and my child is caught in the middle. His academics are well below average and they are telling me he's doing fine. No, he isn't. So if your child has any special needs, be forewarned.

Poor leadership. Discipline by public shaming. Blame student who is getting bullied. Lack of community. No diversity. No social/emotional support. Too many tests. Emphasis is on results.

Great school. My son is learning better study habits and organization. Teachers are great and very approachable. Great communication. Good bunch of new friends on and off the field, Dexter is Great!