Creekside Elementary School At Martin Park

3740 Martin Drive

School District

Boulder Valley Re 2
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on October 31, 2024

My 3rd grader wanted summer to end so she could go back to school sooner. We can't blame her, this school is awesome.
Submitted by parent on December 09, 2022

I have two kids at Creekside and it is our zoned neighborhood school. We love the diversity of students and cultures and the administration and counselor are excellent - they are so professional and truly care about and prioritize the kids social and emotional development, also typically have great, open communication with parents. Anti bullying education and encouraging kindness and inclusion are a daily message for students and teachers from K through 5 for both of my kids have always been open to feedback and honest about everything, even when we didn't always see eye to eye. School has a great community feel with kids from the surrounding neighborhoods and all over boulder, and quite an international influence from CU being one of the zoned elementary schools for the university... We have had the pleasure of getting to know families from all over Europe and Asia during the time my kids have attended, and the school does a great job of encouraging learning about different countries, languages and cultures. Lots of parent involvement/investment as well, which I think is a huge part of its success. Good relationships and conflict resolution between kids are always a priority, and my kids have both thrived there, when they needed anything at all, from an ALP to one needing extra reading help during covid. We love Creekside and have been so happy with the administration and staff! I'm going to be sad when my oldest has to leave for middle school next year.
Submitted by parent on April 12, 2021

Our daughter has been attended Creekside for Kindergarten and 1ST grade. She loves it there and is thriving. Unfortunately we will be moving out of Boulder so she will be attending a new school in 2nd grade.
Submitted by parent on February 17, 2018

Our daughter has thrived since starting at Creekside this year. Teachers and administration are excellent. Couldn’t be happier with our experience so far.
Submitted by parent on June 03, 2017

Not only my kid but also my whole family has been enjoying the experience at Creekside for last 3 years. I feel like this school is getting better each year. Very welcoming atmosphere, loving and passionate teachers, great leadership.
Submitted by parent on December 02, 2016

Creekside is a treasure- a community school with dedicated and skilled teachers, a caring and accessible administrative staff, and a global community of students that are kind, interested, engaged and inspired. My four children have thrived here.
Submitted by parent on October 06, 2015

Creekside has been an amazing experience for both our children. We've been there 5 years, and have children currently in 2nd and 4th grade. Every year, my children's individual needs - academic, emotional, social, and medical - have been met with the very best efforts of every teacher. Creekside cares about the whole child, and the diversity in the school - far from causing anyone to be "held back" because of the needs of "slower" student - has enriched my children's experience so much. We've had conversations about everything from autism, social needs, ethnicity, and how to welcome someone new. Both my kiddos have good friends there, and we can't wait for the new school that will be finished in 2017. Creekside is awesome!
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2015

Creekside is a great school, with smart and caring teachers, an active parent community, and a more diverse population than you find at other Boulder schools. We love our neighborhood school!
Submitted by parent on September 16, 2014

Wonderful school. We came to Boulder from abroad and our children (now 8, 10) did not know any English. The children loved the school and the teachers immediately. They had a wonderful first year and now they are in their second year (grades third and fourth). Both our children's teachers had been amazing (At the beginning of last year my older's son teacher asked us what our son likes to play at the break so she could help him find his place). They learnt English amazingly fast and the overall school program really impressed us (math and social studies). The principle is also great. His priorities as he explained them was making sure the children know that they are loved unconditionally, that they feel a sense of achievement and there was a third thing i forgot...The community is open and active. The children love most of the food in the cafeteria. I have only good things to say :)
Submitted by parent on April 30, 2014

Amazing teachers, great leadership, fantastic community! We are constantly awed with the teachers' ability to teach effectively to so many different levels. A single classroom might include kids who are just learning English, a child with autism, and gifted kids, but everyone's needs are met appropriately and effectively due to the focus on smaller class sizes and co-teaching. The principal is hitting his stride now that he's been there for nearly 2 years, and making some great positive changes in the school in the midst of budget cuts. Literacy is a big focus, and the school is doing well with making sure each child is learning at their particular level. Math is not yet set up to enable faster learners to move ahead, but they're working in that direction and I have every confidence they will become as successful in providing varied learning opportunities for math in the next 2 years as they have been with literacy in the past 2 years. We were almost scared off from Creekside due to its low test scores, but we are so glad we chose this great school. Look beyond the test scores and you'll find one of BVSD's true gems!
Submitted by parent on September 11, 2013

we adore creekside! the community, teachers, children, and facility are awesome. what a great surprise. feeling lucky here in martin acres.
Submitted by teacher on May 03, 2013

I have worker at Creekside for 12 years. I consider it to be my home away from home. The students and staff are like my family. Creekside is a beautifully diverse and vibrant school. There are few schools in Boulder such as this. This school reflects the real world in that there are people with differing abilities, languages, religions, race, and socio-economic levels. Creekside is a wonderful community!
Submitted by parent on April 30, 2013

My daughter has attended Creekside since kindergarten and is now in fifth grade. She has had *amazing* teachers all the way through, who have challenged her to improve on her weaknesses and build on her strengths. Also, Creekside has a very friendly, "community vibe" where everyone feels welcome and students with special needs, different languages etc. are totally included. And the class size...where else are you going to find 22 kids with 2 teachers or 16 kids with one teacher? Not even in a private school, that's for sure! I would recommend Creekside without hesitation.
Submitted by parent on October 08, 2012

Creekside Elementary is a school with a wonderful community feeling. There is a new principal this year and the school is thriving under strong and consistent leadership. Teachers at this school work endless hours to ensure each student is reaching his/her potential. The co-teaching model (2 full-time teachers in each classroom) means low class sizes and more individual attention for each child. The student body is diverse in a variety of ways, but we feel this only adds to the learning experience. Our student is meeting children from various backgrounds and this is a true reflection of the world, which is often difficult to find in Boulder.
Submitted by parent on April 08, 2012

bullying, lice, and poor leadership plague this school. poor adherence to special needs regulations is another problem. teachers are excellent but they are fighting against larger social issues of poverty and hunger
Submitted by parent on January 10, 2012

We love the international student base of Creekside, its heavy parent involvement, and the teachers and staff who give everything to the students. It's really a community feel; we are all vested in making the student's education and desire for learning a success.
Submitted by other on April 21, 2010

Amazing staff and fantastic students - from all over the globe and all walks of life...a vibrant neighborhood school.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2010

Great environment, great teachers, great community