Stevens Creek Elementary School

10300 Ainsworth Drive

School District

Cupertino Union
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:22
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on July 30, 2023

My daughter has been attending this school since kindergarten and she loves it! She loves the teachers and their teaching methods. Kids are well mannered and concentrated on school work while never missing out on any of the fun! I recommend this school 100% to anyone!
Submitted by other on May 12, 2022

I used to go to this school. I feel that it is going downhill. since 2018 (I think???) and since the new principle its even worse. There are lots of bullies (someone in 5th grade, I knew got punched in the face by a 4th grader on the way to the bathroom). And what's even worse is that their best teachers that everyone knows and loves retired. (Not gonna name anyone.)
Submitted by parent on October 14, 2021

I have been a parent at this school for the past 4 years and each year it gets progressively worse. Getting a good teacher every year is like winning the lottery and an emotional roller coaster ride. The entire emphasis is on STEM only and in parent teacher and emails from the principal, the rhetoric of "Whole child", "We are supportive", "Never any time limits", "We care about their emotional well being" are just that... rhetoric that does not match actions. The past reviews resonate with me. My happy and funny child turned into someone afraid to ask questions, constantly told he is not good enough, compared to other kids who go to intense after-school programs, and turned into an 11-year-old with stress about school and being bullied in the schoolyard. I have seen kids falling on other kids and nearly choking them with no supervision!!! Cannot wait to leave. Good riddance. Run!!
Submitted by parent on March 07, 2019

Not good. Maybe one bad teacher gave very bad impression of the school...Looks beautiful school... Hope it gets better...No bullying from teacher....Moved out as soon as I could......
Submitted by parent on August 29, 2018

I know that the school district caters to what the majority of the parents want from the schools. But, please pause for a moment and think about what we are doing to kids. It is viewed with skepticism about kindergarten children having fun during recess by their own teacher! Does she not know that, it is essential for kids to play games outside? Our family seems like the wrong egg in the box here. Please parents think what kids want. It is important at the tender age of 5 to be shown a world where their emotional, social needs are met otherwise we might be having teens unable to handle their emotions and taking wrong actions. Having a workbook written beautifully is not the ultimate goal of kindergarten!
Submitted by parent on May 29, 2018

A great school with great principal, teachers and involved parents.
Submitted by parent on January 31, 2018

Great school! Great PTO! Fun and hardworking teachers!!
Submitted by parent on October 29, 2013

My child started kindergarten in August of this year and my experience with her teacher and the staff has been very positive. I can see that the people who work here genuinely care about the children and strive to do their best in providing a good environment that fosters learning. I am impressed by the learning opportunities beyond the usual curriculum: art, computer, PE classes are just some examples (for kindergarteners, no less!) Many of these special classes are possible from the support of the PTO which also illustrate the involvement of parents. I help out once a week in the class and have observed first hand how well my daughter's teacher works with the individual child as well as with the group as a whole. I personally think teaching can be incredibly rewarding but challenging as well and I have great respect for what teachers strive to do each day. My take on it is that we as parents are the most important influence on our children and are their primary teachers. Their teachers at school are important partners and teamwork is the key to a happy child who loves school. So far, I am glad to report that my daughter loves her school and her teacher!
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2012

I am not sure why the school has been getting such awful reviews in the last year. Apparently people didn't like Mrs. Franklin. There is a new principal and it's too early to tell what she will do for the school. Stevens Creek is a really good school with many fine teachers and programs for students. No school is perfect. Parents who think a school can do everything for their children are going to be disappointed. Stevens Creek works with the help of the parent community. If you're not happy with the school then get involved and don't just complain. You can make a huge difference.
Submitted by parent on June 03, 2012

It's hard to believe how CUSD has kept Vivian Franklin still employed! The parent and the student community at Stevens Creek are absolutely disgusted and annoyed with her, her punitive methods, harsh, indifferent attitude and autocratic rule. All this has factored in to bring this school down to rocks.... Most of the good teachers who were earlier there with the previous principal have left and those who are currently continuing also laugh and mutter at Vivian Franklin's back. Everybody is dissatisfied shows through when one is in the campus. Being a parent of two kids in this school I have seen all of these things happening in front of my eyes, but just tolerated and kept quite so that my kids are not targeted.
Submitted by parent on May 29, 2012

We have been with this school for long time putting a few kids thru elementary school. I pleased to say this is our last year at Stevens Creek. It has been a shame how the school has gone from an absolutely loving and yet high standard environment to what it has become today. As a part working in high tech in the valley, where leadership makes or breaks companies, I think that is what it has done to Stevens Creek. Ms. Franklin may have the best intentions in mind, but her style does not work for today's environment. The only saving grace for school i the few good teachers left from the old days.
Submitted by parent on May 26, 2012

Principle Vivian Franklin is HORRIBLE Has control issues. Unable to make it in adult work place, so chose to work with children. Facility is outdated and run down
Submitted by other on April 07, 2012

This school stinks. I am one of the students at this school writing this review. This is anonymus. I hate this school. They spend too much of their money on technology. Every classroom has at least 1 I-pad and now they have a mobile I-pad lab. The money should be spent on useful programs for students who need a challenge, like the GATE program. I am one of those students.I will not say who I am. This school needs to change the way it uses its money. I am glad I am going to a different school next year.
Submitted by other on March 20, 2012

should this school be the babysitter center not the shcool since children at these ages as well older ages have great ability to learn by themselves & set guildline , rules for their peer to follow. they r more comfortable at their own age// these days these teachers & principlal think schools r build & create 4 them , they should be constantly reminded as little rude child they r here to baby sit not need to teach & children & parents teach & they learn more from parents & peers
Submitted by parent on December 04, 2011

I do not recommend this school. The principal is a bully who prances around in a miniskirt and high heels yelling at parents through a megaphone. She will call you up and harass you for money when donations are optional. Hey, public school is public, duh. Not everyone is rich. The kids who thrive are taught everything by their parents before they enter the classroom. So if you are not from a culture where that is the norm get ready for a world of hurt!!!! If so many parents have to get a tutor, hey that's an indication something is wrong with the curriculum. I love my teachers and I know they try with so many kids. Many of the parents I've talked to have children who are not thriving at this school. The music program is great if you are not one of the kids runnIng out of the class crying. I see a lot of criticism and zero 'one on one' teaching with my child. Don't believe the hype, people. Cupertino is not the answer and Stevens Creek has been such a disappointment. All I can do is get a tutor like all the other moms. Don't even think about asking for help from the principal, she is mean. Good luck! Oh, and my kid doesn't know how to do a proper push-up or sit-up! Gosh! Omg.
Submitted by parent on May 12, 2010

It provides a caring and nurturing environment for the children and is a welcoming institution for the parents.
Submitted by parent on May 06, 2010

Teacher with great passion, incl great music and PE programs that kids love!
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2010

My children had exceptionally good experiences in learning at this school and they had terrific after school programs also.
Submitted by parent on March 26, 2010

It is a great school to be in .Very positive environment and good quality of education as a whole not just curriculum .
Submitted by parent on April 04, 2009

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