St Matthew's School

This is one of the worst Chesapeake public schools we have attended. Since day, one administration has been the worst. They do not take care of bullying at all. The kids behaviors are out of control. If you’re wanting an elementary school, they’re way better ones in the Chesapeake system.

My daughter started Kindergarten during the Pandemic online and she has thrived even under those conditions! She is headed to the 3rd grade and reads above grade level. Each year her teacher inspires her to keep reading and growing! She has been invited to the Summer Enrichment program for the last two years! We LOVE everything about T.M.E.!!!

The teachers and staff at this school are absolutely wonderful. Unfortunately, the administration does not match their level of excellence. Students are punished excessively for small offenses. Teachers and families fear retaliation for speaking out. Sadly, seasoned educators and some students have left the school as a result of these and other leadership concerns.

Bullying, Bullying and bad environment for your kids. If you’re thinking to move to college park elementary, just don’t . You will save your child life.

My children have attended Woodstock since my eldest was in 1st grade, four years ago. We were so pleased our first year as our experience matched the school's reputation. But over the last three years myself and other parents have seen a discouraging shift. The quality of education has slipped. Some of the best teachers have left the school. The teachers that have replaced the former teachers communicate less, are less patient, and the curriculum is sub par. The leadership at the school is untrustworthy and is partially the reason why many of the veteran teachers have left. These are not simply my experience, but the experience of at least two dozen parents that I've spoken with over the last three years. We were hopeful that once things stabilized post covid that the education would return to a better standard. It has not. If I could I would home school or send my children to private school, not Woodstock. Not with the current leadership there. My wife and I, like other parents, are very concerned about what middle school has to offer. We've heard too many unfortunate stories about that experience.