Swansfield Elementary School

5610 Cedar Lane

School District

Howard County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:9
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on June 11, 2024

Overall experience, very professional from the office staff to the cafeteria staff. No issues at all.
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2023

Nothing but positive experiences with this school
Submitted by parent on January 05, 2023

We spent two years at Swansfield with two kids in different grades and loved it. The teachers, the community and the administration were all fantastic. We have since moved to a school with a higher rating (7) that we have found to be less satisfactory than Swansfield. In general, and in Howard County specifically, I find the school ratings to be deceptive and nothing more than an indicator of socioeconomic status.
Submitted by parent on May 05, 2022

Lots of fights! Kids disrupt the class so much others can not learn.
Submitted by parent on May 22, 2017

My kids are learning to work and play with students from all over the world and many economic backgrounds. They are learning to be 21st century world and community citizens. Their teachers and projects are excellent.
Submitted by parent on February 21, 2017

We are a good school on our way to being great! Mrs. Strong (our new principal) is a dedicated leader trying to fix problems that were there well before she arrived. As a parent, I am inspired by the constant commitment to improvement and look forward to increasing my involvement with the school in order to give teachers and administration the support that they need to help all of our kids thrive.
Submitted by parent on January 26, 2017

Teachers are wonderful. My children are learning so much. The curriculum is progressive and inspires them to continue asking questions and learning when they come home.
Submitted by parent on October 15, 2016

There are many excellent teachers at Swansfield, however the behavior of many of the students interferes with their ability to provide effective instruction. I have been very disappointed with the new principal, Mrs. Strong. I am concerned that my children are not going to be able to learn as much as they could at another school.
Submitted by parent on June 29, 2014

My school is a vibrant and welcoming place for all students, whether as part of the Gifted and Talented Program, or whether they need an extra push to help them get on grade level. The parent participation and sets us apart from all the schools in the county! International Night celebrating the diversity among us is just one example of how the school and PTA embrace our community.
Submitted by parent on September 08, 2013

We have been a part of Swansfield for 4 years and have had nothing but great experiences. Mrs. Ketter for one is amazing. It is apparent that she truly loves being an educator and working with children. Every member of the staff has ensured my son has everything he needs to be successful in elementary school. Every year I am impressed with the amount of parent teacher communication. Keep it up Mrs. Ketter and Swansfield!!!
Submitted by parent on August 17, 2013

We have had a very good experience at Swansfield. This is our last year there with our youngest son, and we will miss it next year. The school population is very diverse and the teachers are wonderful. We have experienced the GT programs and special needs programs, and in both cases the teachers have been caring and responsive.
Submitted by parent on August 13, 2013

This schools staff seems to be very rude and arrogant. They do not return phones and you need to call them back at least 3 times to do get the information that you need but you get different information everytime.
Submitted by parent on March 15, 2013

I am shocked to hear that a parent can say this for Ms Ketterer.She is an amazing Principal and the best thing that has happened to Swansfield.The Teachers are amazing and so are the administrators!
Submitted by other on October 28, 2012

the teachers we have are wonderful this year. the principal leaves alot to be desired. alot of prgress needs to happen there. they love music and art classes. and really learn a broad spectrum of music and appreciation for various types of art as well.
Submitted by parent on August 12, 2012

worst experienc e last 3 years with ms ketterer. defintiely needs alot of work. leaves alot to be desired to adress issues . felt ignored quite often and avoided, so as not to adress issues at hand. teachers are awesome! but the leadership in this school needs alot of work!!!!!!!!! can not rate any stars because do not feel any are deserved at this time.......