Creekside Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia

“My son is in his second year at Creekside. His first year was awesome. The teacher he had last year communicated with me on a regular basis. I really appreciated that. This year is totally different. The communication with this year's teacher is hit and miss. I would send in notes or even email her and I do not get a response. I am not a very happy parent !”
This review was posted by a parent.

“I have been very disappointed with the school. My child tested 3 grade levels higher then her given grade, but was not allow to participate in classes that met her level. She has been required to sit quietly while the rest of the class catches up. There are no accerated classes offered of the children that are more advanced than the majority. The no child left behind must mean that the 'more advanced children' are kept behind. For a child in first grade that is tested in reading and scores on a fourth and fifth grade level and nothing is done something is wrong.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Creekside is awesome. Love It Love the Staff. My children so miss going to Creekside. We relocated to Portsmouth due to Military housing. What a mistake (switching schools of course). My heart bleeds intensely. Mrs. Stitt, Mr. Outlaw, and Mrs. Davis were fantastic!!!!”
This review was posted by a parent.

“This is our first year at Creekside and my child has had a wonderful experience. The teacher has been extremley supportive and available to us for any questions through the entire year. The school has lots of parent support. We hope to have another fun and academically successful year.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Creekside is such a caring school, where if there was a need it has always been met. The teachers are always available whatever the need. My student has been there since opening in 2006-2007 school year. The teachers have been oualified. The ouality of their teaching have been exceptional. Each have gone way beyond teaching. If parents would help the teachers by supporting them, they see what each child is capable of doing in studies. From the higher up to the kitchen I could not have left my grandchild in better hands. Thanks Creekside for making my grandaughter what she is today. You are the best.”
This review was posted by a other.

“I have been so disappointed by this school system. The Gifted/Qwest program is not up to standard. My child was in Challenge in another state and he was given a complete day of Challenge one day a week and the other 4 days he was in Accelerated classes. Here, he is being asked to sit quietly and wait for the other kids to catch up, which, most of the time, takes days, and the QWEST program is only 2 hours a week (if there's nothing else going on) and no accelerated classes. My child should not be punished for studying and learning the material the teacher gives him in ample time, but should be encouraged and be offered classes that do not bore him.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“I have had the opportunity to work on several committees with the principal at Creekside. She has a great personality and a passion for improving the educational experience of all children. She is a fair person who does not show prejudices towards anyone. The teacher who has a complaint about the principal may have their own personal issues/concerns about her.”
This review was posted by a other.

“I also work at Creekside Elementary and find that the leadership is fair and impartial. It saddens me to read that this was not the experience of all staff members. I have not witnessed inappropriate behavior on the part of either administrator. The teachers care about their students and the community. Many amazing staff members!!!”
This review was posted by a teacher.

“I have some major concerns with the level of professionalism that exists at Creekside. Administration does not maintain a neutral approach to their relationships with staff members. Their personal friendships with some staff effect their ability to act as professional leaders to all staff members. Diversity, mentoring, and communication between staff members are not supported by administration.”
This review was posted by a teacher.

“I have two sons attending this school and they have loved it here. Overall, this is a good school and my husband and I have been happy with the quality of the education received...my son's teachers have been fantastic...good communication and they have worked hard to challenge each of them. The gifted program and resource classes are also very good. Communication with administration can be hit or miss. If you are an involved parent, your child will thrive here.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Creekside is overall a fantastic school if I say so myself. My family has only been in suffolk for a 6 months now, relocating from florida.At first I did not know what to expect, but my main goal was to find the very best school for my second grader. The faculty is very helpful and strive to help every child succeed. My daughters teacher is one the best teachers I have came in contact with this far, and she takes her time to ensure every child is working to their potential. One concern that bothered me when first coming to the school is going inside everyday to pick up my child. My daughters past school had a pick up line for the children depending on grade level, which made it very easy if you have younger children. Although at first this issue was bothersome I'm getting use to it.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“This is Creekisde's second year of opening and a great year it was for my child. The teacher was fabulous and worked hard. The administration is very welcoming and overall the atmophere was very positive.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“We have experienced some good and some bad at the school. The facilities are fantastic, as is the librarian. She focuses on each child's potential and tries to channel that. However, the way the teachers specifically teach to the test and only test with SOL review tests for math has NOT been helpful to any students. If they're wondering why their test scores don't improve, look at that. Also, having control of the class has been a problem in one of my children's classroom. The other child's teacher is outstanding--challenging, thorough, respectful, and insightful into what each child needs. Overall I wish the education was better in a newer facility.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Creekside elementary is not at all what we expected. It's a lot of fighting and name calling it's a wonder the teachers get around to helping and teaching the students. My advice to any parent coming into this school is to make sure you talk a lot to your child about what is going on and the teacher. Beacause its a lot going on. In front of the teacher and behind the teachers back.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“My son is in the third grade this year, and it is his first year at Creekside.(it just opened)I must say that I am happy with the education he is receiving. He really has a great time in gym, music,art, and computers. The computer lab at this school is fantastic. The teachers and administration are always pleasant and will make time for you concerning anything you may need to discuss. I'm glad my son has been able to attend this new school and meet alot of nice and hepful people.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“This is Creekside's first year and I am very happy so far. My first grader has a wonderful teacher that helps him achieve his reading goals. My son's second grade teacher is very patient and understanding, which helps my son's self esteem, which is important since it can be difficult with his speech delay. My daughter's fifth grade teachers are great. They are work hard to keep my daughter's interest and make learning fun. I have had nothing but positive experiences with the staff at the school. The resource teachers are awesome and I am always hearing good things from the kids.”
This review was posted by a parent.