Raleigh Park Elementary School

we couldn't be more thrilled with the nurturing environment our child experiences each day. We're blown away at how many opportunities he has each day. He LOVES going to school, and has so many wonderful stories to share at the end of each day.One of the most remarkable aspects of OES is its commitment to nurturing curiosity. But on top of that is the amazing growth we've seen in his social and emotional learning. A lot of smaller schools talk about good teachers and a strong community, but at OES, you see just how intentional they are about those things - they work carefully to craft an inclusive and warm environment where children feel valued and accepted for who they are. It's really beautiful to watch how empowering that has been for our son, and to be in a community where we see older students getting ready for life in college and beyond be in a place where they just flourish.

Learning: Amazing. Very intimate, most teachers were professors and specialized in their field. Feels like a college campus with uppity buildings endowed by the opulent & with sporty/incredibly smart students who know their way around a chateau yet are extremely humble and nice. Just a touch of entitledness with very few people, Someone told me they let the computer program just pick their classes even though their parents pay dollars a minute just to have them go there lol.spec. ed: They are so selective, I don't think there is even a single VISIBLY SPED kid there. Very sparsely placed buildings, and rocky and steep ground, would be very hard to navigate with w/a wheelchair. They would be amazing in accomodation sthough, & already are.Emotional support: AMAZING.COUNSELORS. They are even thinking of getting an emotional support dog/s. Safety: Good. Very emphasized, especially after the scandal & bullying problems.Admin is ON IT, whether it is about academic honesty, bullying, unsafe environments, or even a nice conversation.Bureaucracy: Forms. SO many forms.As a family you are EXPECTED to take part in activities, and as new students you are given host families to feel welcomed into the Catlin culture.Buildings; They asked for 40 million dollars to revamp the school.eco: They make an effort but it is kind of just greenwashing. The whole foods of education basically. Not an Erwhon, but Whole Foods is still darn good.I'm so sorry to those who had bad experiences (other reviews) Things have gotten so much better, and Admin is amazing. Luv ya & Eagles Soar!