W. B. Goodwin Elementary School

Trying to get my kids in this school has been a head ache. Not only because of my husband transfer but because of the admin by the name of Teresa. She is very rude. She told me that they were not accepting but i fpund out they were. And sinxe i went over her head she has been giving me her nasty energy ever since. My kids have attended Hunley Park for a little less than 2 months and my daughter has been in a fight and been ganged at the school. And her teacher did not call me to inform me about either incidents. I went to the school to talk to the principle and Teresa says they are busy and I could have a seat because it will be a while and another parent is waiting for him as well. She said she will let him know about me as well. So went to go sit down and the principal finally comes in and said hello to the other parent and proceeded to walk with the parent in a conference room. I sat and waited for Teresa to let him know there was another parent but she didnt. He finished up with the other parent and she still didn't get up to tell him anything. She just sat at the desk and played busy. If you are not able to multi task then your in the wrong profession. I spoke with the principal or assistant principal and he was good addressing my concerns. But having rude administration and teachers who think it is not important to call about an incident is not okay.

If you’re looking for a school where your child will constantly be distracted by other students with behavioral issues and are spending more time throughout the day stopping to deal with the outbursts then are learning this is your place! It’s actually extremely sad. There are a lot of teachers that I’m sure actually care about the children but this school is a disaster. Charleston County School districts progressive disciplinary plan is a joke. Children kick other children and get away with ridiculous behavior and nothing is done. At what point do behavioral children ( with an IEP or not ) hinder the learning of every other child. This entire district is a joke and they need to start being held accountable.Military families beware. If you have the option to send elsewhere I would highly recommend it.

The school needs smart,strong leadership vision ,responsible every detail of work person, not only who thinks own families and pockets

My experience at this school was amazing. I know it doesn't sound reliable coming from a student, but I made many great memories here. The teachers were amazing at what they did and I couldn't have asked for a better education. Thank you Garrett Academy for teaching me everything I need to know to survive life.

We moved from out of state where the previous school we were at, my son was being bullied. This made us all apprehensive to starting a new school..However, I couldn't say MORE POSITIVE things a out Drayton Hall! My kids love it, the teachers are amazing about communicating and I love the community! I feel safe knowing there's an officer and he greets the families every morning!

My son has been at MCS since he was 3 years old and is now an 8th grader. I am a CCSD teacher and researched schools extensively before initially placing my son at a local private Montessori school. At 3 years old he won a lottery spot and I jumped at leaving the private school for a public Montessori school. Every single day my son has been at MCS has been a positive one. He absolutely loves school. He feels accepted, cared for and is academically challenged. This school is like a family. The teachers are Montessori and SC DOE certified. My son is held to high academic and behavioral expectations. We made the best decision leaving private Montessori and moving to MCS. If you can get in, do it.

10/10 this school cares for their students teachers care