Browne Elementary School

Best elementary school here but the principal is not very good at her job however everything else is amazing

5 out of 5! I have two kids at Finch and have loved every teacher. Both of my kids have needed extra help with reading and the school recognized and adressed it immediately. My kids have improved so much. There's such a great parent community and there are a ton of great extra curricular options as well. They feel right at home and the school feels safe and loving.

My youngest have been in attendance here for that last three years. My son's previous schools just let him slide through the cracks so that when he entered 3rd grade at ridgeview he couldn't read or write!! The staff and Mrs Johnson were incredible! They got my son back on track with his peers. I don't know how they do it but they are excellent at making sure every child is individually loved unconditionally. Thanks to Ridgeview my son is back on the right foot and will be completing his last year of elementary there. They also offer a lot of exclusive opportunities and engagement for children that attend a public school and may not have experienced these activities otherwise (ie safety bicycle classes, free ski/snowboard lessons, and many other opportunities). I can't say enough good things about the principal and her staff.

While the PTA is very strong at this school the focus is academia only, the concept of teaching a love of learning, active play, and even recess is once a day for all grades. Zero elements are in place to support children with bullying and working through problems since the efforts are mostly test scores and meeting standards. Each kid hated school severely after attending and won't go back. Several parents I've talked to have had similar experiences. The admin needs to change before this school can thrive.

My son attended Westgate Christian School for 8 years. The teachers are wonderful, challenging him in areas he excelled, even giving him curriculum for the next grade up in one subject when he worked hard to earn it. The school families get to know each other well with opportunities for carpooling and chaperoning field trips. There are lots of parents and grandparents that volunteer one on one with kids too, so if they are struggling with certain areas, they have the opportunity for help. They are also aware and careful about kids with severe food allergies.

It’s refreshing to find a Catholic school that focuses on what is important - teaching students how to read, write and do math, all intertwined with the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Catholic faith. Teaching is done in the rhetorical style, so the children are engaged. They are held accountable here, not enabled. They will study Latin and grammar, and the beauty of nature studies. They will be exposed to classical and sacred music. Children will learn the history of Western Civilization and why it matters. Classrooms are clean and orderly and free from distraction. The school offers an authentic pre-K Montessori program that fits well with a classical model of teaching. The St. Charles leadership understands the end goal of developing children who can think critically and live out the Catholic faith - and strive for sainthood. Grateful St. Charles is an option for our family.