Arlington Science Focus School

We have had a terrible experience at Barrett. The administration is weak and ineffective. They have some serious behavior issues and parent involvement is minimal.

Just chiming in to say these glowing reviews are still relevant. Glebe really is a great school- with experienced, dedicated teachers, a very active PTA, and incredibly devoted administration. The student body is very diverse, but the school seems to excel in fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates differences while also creating a close-knit, family- like environment. We're a lucky community to have it.

My child started first grade here this year. We did kindergarten elsewhere after moving into the area. As a parent I have not felt welcome and my child has struggled to make friends. His teacher seems overworked with a disproportionate focus on test scores and “achievement”. Homework is constantly pushed on us which, although I understand it comes from a place of concern, has been very stressful. And the moment our child met “the metric” he was dropped from being helped. Also the principle is only selectively friendly. I haven’t figured that out yet. But I don’t seem to be on the “list”The best part of the school is the before/after care program which is done in house. There the teachers are warm, friendly and welcoming. They really create a positive and inclusive experience. And it shows: this is the part of the day our child is most excited about. Thanks to those workers!

This has to be the absolute worst school my child has ever attended. The facility is outdated and old. There are many young and inexperienced teachers. The quality of education your child will get will be poor. If I could go back in time I would do everything to have my child to attend a different school. Luckily the principal who did nothing to stop bullying is leaving.

I am about to graduate from this school, and I can say that I have never been so excited to leave the school. A lot of students at this school get bullied, and have gone to all of the principals, but no one has done anything about the situations going on. Not to mention that the staff refuse to take any constructive criticism whatsoever. The bathrooms are very unsanitary and are very outdated. The teachers assigned too much work, and it causes overstimulation and exhaustion. The dress code is incredibly sexist, especially for the girls. It is run like the 1920s. The library is in the church, and isn't very much of a 'library'. Middle school students are highly mistreated, especially eighth graders. I do not recommend this school.