Central Heights Elementary School

My kids have gone to Elysian since we moved to Billings over 6 years ago from a small school we absolutely loved in Great Falls. We were worried about the transition into a new school, so I called to ask some questions and was met with a wonderful receptionist inviting me to come in for a tour with the principal. During the tour, all our fears were put to rest quickly. The staff here is truly awesome! They are warm, welcoming, and try to keep things light and fun for kids at every grade level. I have no doubts that my children are receiving a great education and are safe and in good hands when at school. We may be partial, but Elysian definitely makes us feel like our kids attend the best school Billings has to offer!

My experience was not good. I agree that the principal is good with the students which she seemed to be; however, she is not good with her staff especially substitute teachers. She lets the kids run the school. I saw a teacher discipline one of her students for throwing stuff. I next saw the principal go over to the teacher and tell her that it wasn't alright for her to discipline the student for throwing stuff. "Kids will be kids"

I absolutely love this school. My dad went to this school I went to this school and now my kids are going to this school. They have always been very helpful and cooperative. This school has always been welcoming. Both of my kids have some slight learning difficulties and they are willing to work with them and take the time to support encourage and help teach them.

The teachers and administrators do an excellent job communicating with parents. Students are expected to adhere to community standards. Be respectful be responsible be a learner.

people helping in the time of need when a family needs help

The teachers are nice and caring but others are not so friendly. I had a librarian who would yell at me and my sister…when she was in kindergarten!! The expected behavior in my classes were good and easy to follow. In my classes I would only get homework if I didn’t finish it in class, but since I would talk quite a bit I got a lot of homework. This school is not very good at dealing with bullying because my sister was being bullied and her teacher didn’t even notice, or care. My parents talked to the principal about it but he was unreachable. In short I loved big sky, but there are some things that the teachers don’t do correctly.

I can’t believe the administrators of this place haven’t done anything about all the issues here people have been complaining about. I’m honestly surprised about all the positive feedback. I like the fact that this is a Christian school, but I don’t know whether it’s worth the attitude from the staff, the obnoxious homework, or the bullying problems that seem to be associated with it. It’s a neat concept, but I suggest you look elsewhere…