Selma F Bartlett Elementary School

Our daughter is having an awesome experience. She’s in 3rd grade and has gone here the whole time. I feel like they do a lot to keep families involved and the kids are learning and having fun!

I have never in my life been so appalled by a school, the principal and overall tacky “professionals.” The principal Jill Keith should be fired as her behavior is outlandish towards the children in the school. She holds personal grudges towards kids and their families and loves to embarrass kids. She is the reason my family have pulled our child out of this school. STAY AWAY !

This is my daughter's first year, not in private school, so we were a little apprehensive about enrolling her at Twitchel. Our experience has been nothing short of amazing! The majority of the reason is because Miss Christina Garcia is an absolute angel teacher sent from heaven! She really cares about all of her students. She's very communicative and we always know what's going on in the classroom with our child. She even makes the kids feel special by implementing fun Friday! I know my daughter looks forward to it every week. Last week they even got their nails done! The amount of care That has gone to teaching the kids in this first grade class, is just amazing. If it wasn't for Miss Garcia, I think our experience would be much different. We are so grateful for her!

I DO recommend the school for kids who fit their mold and have no delays. But please be cautious if your kids have any delays (speech included) or are energetic boys. The teachers are amazing but ill equipped to support kids who can’t sit still and stay focused independently. Or have any delays - even speech. But if your child is gifted and fits their mold -It’s an amazing school. Otherwise please do your due diligence so you aren’t scrambling to find a new school mid year that can support your children like me and other parents.

This school is a hidden gem in the heart of Green Valley. We have been here for 4 years now and every year gets better. If you are interested in private school at a fraction of the cost of other private schools, you've found that choice! Low student to teacher ration, and large classrooms. The teachers and staff nurture all of the kids at a developmentally appropriate rate, and my kids are thriving here. Bonus- there are super fun events throughout the school year!