Varnum Brook Elementary School

I had two daughters go through this elementary school. We've had a mixed experience here. A couple of the teachers are known for shouting at their students throughout the school day (this is did not happen to us, but I've heard it first hand from other mothers). Another teacher would tell me in person how well my daughter is doing, "but she's a bit talkative... it's ok, we'll figure it out." Two days later, she's sending me a note home saying how the talking is terrible, uncontrollable, etc. I'd offer to meet with the teacher in person - and then in person she'd recant her story... this happened SO MANY TIMES. Teachers are inconsistent in their grading from grade to grade or even teachers in the same grade. If your child is not 'special needs' then there isn't much help offered after 2nd grade. I had to push to get a tudor for one of my daughters - outside of school - in the 4th grade. The teacher felt that it was an issue with paying attention, not the comprehension of the math work. After we utilized a tudor, her math work was excellent.School is outdated to say the least.

Exceptional school and staff! Wouldn't send my child anywhere else

I love VBES- I've had great experiences with both of my boys!

The staff here are friendly, caring, and supportive. I was a student here and I know how wonderful VBES was to me.

I pulled my son Out of another school after a Terrible experience.. He was nervous and so was I but This School Has given him So much confidence He Is Doing So well Academically Way above Grade average! We couldn't ask for more