Meadowlark Elementary School

My daughter has loved her experience at Boulder. She is reluctant to change at times but it was an easy transition. The teachers have been outstanding. The principal has always been very accommodating. She looks forward to going every day! We Love It!

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"

We love Poly Elementary! The teachers and staff are extraordinary, and the parent participation is priceless! Great learning environment too. Kids don't get lost in the shuffle, but rather are given the time and attention they need in order to succeed. We chose our home based, in large part, on this school, and are so glad we did!

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.

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.

My son attended this school at age 3-6. He was ahead of his class at the first grade level than any of his class mates. Teachers marveled at his comprehension level. I owe it to the Montessori school that helped him on his way to higher learning. The staff were competent, knowledgable, patient, kind, hands on learning that I feel is the best way of learning. Nancy Jo, the owner, was significant in her love and dedication to this school. I want to thank the Billings Montessori for everything they have done for my son and what they can do for you.