Flora Vista Elementary School

1690 Wandering Road

Encinitas, CA 92024

School District

Encinitas Union Elementary
Grade

K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:17
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 26, 2022

This school took away my son's makeup classwork without any notification or discussion or anything else in place for him when he was sick for longer than was convenient for the teacher to put together the makeup work. They said it was due to a district policy that doesn't exist. They tried to have us do an independent study contract like we were taking him on a vacation. They tried to force us to use a home hospital resource that we didn't want to use...all the while they kept his schoolwork from him so he could not keep up with his class. This school does not care about what is best for kids...they cared less about this sick little boy. He became disengaged as a result. They are horrible and should be ashamed to call themselves educators.
Submitted by parent on February 07, 2020

We have high praise for the special education staff. It is a tremendous relief knowing our kids our flourishing with their assistance.
Submitted by parent on October 20, 2019

Teachers punish the special needs children that don't listen to them. Instead of putting them in time out in the bench at recess in front of all children they should teach the child what he/she is allow to do at recess. The Behavior supervisor Kristie Garcia says that children should learn to socialize organically. How come an autistic child learns to socialize organically if he has Autism?
Submitted by parent on July 27, 2019

The best! I feel so comfortable with my children here. All of us moms are friends and almost family
Submitted by parent on June 20, 2018

Wonderful. I love the parents and community. The PTA and EEF are so dedicated to the students, school and community.
Submitted by parent on June 11, 2018

Overall, I'm very happy with the school. I have two children attending. It has a great principal, highly qualified teachers, and is made up of a community of very involved, supportive parents. I was blown away by how much parents do to support this school with their time and talents- and that really makes a difference in the student's education and experience. It is a small, tight-knit community. Of course, students are also bound to do well here just due to the demographics- these are privileged kids who tend to have highly educated, older parents. The school facilities are old and not in great condition- but I don't think that bothers the kids and ultimately the quality of the people (teachers, principal, and families) is what matters. The playground is big, which allows the kids to run and get plenty of exercise. I would prefer smaller teacher-to-student ratios, but I'd need to send my kids to private school for that (not worth it, $ better saved for college), and I'm not convinced charter schools are better. It's actually amazing to be able to send my kids to such a great school for free (aside from our donations to the PTA and school support fund.)
Submitted by parent on June 10, 2018

I expected more from FV. I love all of the extra programs the students have access to weekly- yoga, science lab, gardening, music. However, there is a lack of curriculum for math and social-emotional development.
Submitted by parent on May 27, 2018

The experience has been an absolute nightmare!
Submitted by parent on January 15, 2018

Our experience has been superb. We really love our teacher and school. My kid can't wait to go to school every day. So grateful to have such a great school.
Submitted by parent on December 13, 2017

I would rate my experience and my child's experience at Flora Vista Elementary as an absolute nightmare! Hands down, Flora Vista Elementary under Principal Chris Juarez is by far the worst school I have ever experienced in my 30+ years of child rearing. We have removed all our children from this district, but unfortunately, not everyone can do so. Schools belong to the communities they reside in, not to the educators who refer to them as a number, or a nuisance. These are our most precious gifts in life. As parents, we entrust you with their safekeeping, that they'll be fed full of knowledge, respected as you would want yours to be, and nurtured with positivity and not to be dragged down by anyone's agenda.
Submitted by parent on January 10, 2015

We love our neighborhood school. There is such a great sense of community and the teachers are always going above and beyond!
Submitted by parent on March 12, 2014

Very Provincial. We have two children that attend Flora Vista and the experience so far hasn't met our standards. what has troubled us the most is that we are regularly reminded how insular the community tends to be. It's a 'fall in line' culture at Flora Vista that tends to promote a very singular vision. If you desire a more progressive education for your children that embraces different cultures and perspectives I would steer clear of FV. Teacher quality has been hit or miss for us, but I should note that there are some excellent teachers at the school. Parental involvement is extraordinarily high which is both an asset and liability to the school. There are loads of activities for the children and plenty of helping hands, but the level of gossiping and cattiness amongst the moms and some of the faculty is astonishing...a problem that really needs to be addressed. Overall, If we had the choice to make again we would have looked more closely at other alternatives for our kids.
Submitted by parent on January 18, 2013

My child was treated very poorly by a teacher and the principal. One amazing teacher, one nightmare teacher. Principal used as a threat circa 1950. Appalled, disappointed, flabbergasted!!! These people went into child education??? Where does the 10 rating come from? Very uptight group of parents. If you want cookie cutter and judgemental, his is your go-to. Enjoy. Thrilled to be leaving.
Submitted by parent on January 03, 2013

We love Flora Vista! My three children are receiving a great education from the dedicated and loving staff. The parents and PTA work tirelessly to ensure a high level of support. We feel very lucky to be in this sweet, little school!
Submitted by parent on May 04, 2012

My daughter is finishing up her first year in Kindergarden and we are very happy with the quality of her education. She has excelled in reading and her self confidence is off the charts. We are so happy we chose Flora Vista as our school of choice!
Submitted by parent on August 16, 2011

My boys have been going to Flora Vista for the past few years and we love it! The principle and staff are very involved if your child needs extra support and help! We feel blessed to be part of the Flora Vista community!
Submitted by parent on November 03, 2010

Great Principal, Great Teachers Crazy group of 6th grade girl parents, thank god they will be gone in 8 months!