Forestville Academy

6321 California 116

School District

Forestville Union Elementary
Grade

2-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

charter

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on October 28, 2015

I have never seen such a caring staff at a school. All the students are treated as family. I would recommend this school to anyone.
Submitted by parent on August 11, 2015

The principle would rather see you go, than help you out of an emotionally abusive 4th/5th combo class. (2014-2015 school year)
Submitted by parent on August 03, 2015

Foretville School certainly has its flaws, but both of my children have been here since preschool and have had wonderful, caring teachers. We've had solid art, music and a fantastic drama program, as well (one of the best and most unique drama programs K-8 in all of Sonoma County I would imagine). Neither of my kids (a boy and girl) have experienced bullying, and it's hard for me to even imagine where some of the comments about bullying on this site even come from. I have friends with children at other regional schools, and I fail to see how the bullying situation at Forestville is any worse than anywhere else. In fact, I'd say it's probably less of a problem at Forestville than other schools.
Submitted by parent on March 05, 2015

Avoid this school! Unless you want your child bullied by teachers. If your child doesn't fit their mold I can guarantee your child will be ostracized. I'm getting ready to make a call to the Dept. Of Education with my concerns. Please take the time to review these reviews. I didn't and I regret it to the fullest.
Submitted by parent on August 18, 2014

This is my son's fourth year attending Forestville School and our experience is very different than many of the reviews I have just read. Without exception his teachers have been professional, caring and attentive. The facilities are well maintained and there is a sense of pride among a strong majority of parents and kids. There is a good deal of parental involvement and well mannered, friendly and happy kids are the norm. Having moved here just four years ago, I was quickly impressed with the general culture of the school which is consistent with the accepting, friendly, quality of life and healthy rural tone of this area. I'm at a loss to explain the bad experiences shared in some of the school's reviews. We've not encountered anything close, in fact, my son found himself befriending kids of all ages and grades in short order; he loves his school.
Submitted by parent on August 06, 2014

Truly an awful school with a giant gaping lack of resources. Put in a lot of thought before sending your child here!
Submitted by other on October 28, 2013

I went to this school from 1st grade until march of 7th grade, and this school is horrendous. Forestville school is bully and hate-infested, the staff provided little to no support and teachers often picked favorites and often yelled and used excessive scare tactics to enforce discipline. The after-school programs and sports are also an unsafe enviroment, other students often get jealous or unaccepting of others and decide to make sure they are too uncomfortable to attend. I do not recommend this school to anyone. I had to leave early and transfer beacuse I was harassed so much for being overweight I had severe depression for most of my life. This school ruined my childhood.
Submitted by parent on June 27, 2013

I am a native here and I attended Forestville School as well as El Molino HS. My children also attended both schools. This school may have some bulling as others are saying. It is not something I have seen that doesn't happen in other schools. Also it is my belief that in other schools it is more than bullying it gets physical. I must say that the staff at this school is not only knowledgeable but understanding and caring of the children's needs. Thank you Forestville School for being the best you can be!
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2013

Sadly I must agree with many of the negative reviews here. I can also attest to the fact that there is very little that stays confidential at this school. So many of the staff are local, have children and relatives in the community, and any event that happens will quickly be shared and spread. I do think there are some exceptional teachers here. Unfortunately there are some awful ones as well. After complaining about the (bullying) type of treatment my child received from one teacher, the principal claimed that she had never heard such a thing about the teacher. As I talked to other parents and children over the following months I found that couldn't possibly be true. How sad that she would choose a bullying teacher over a child. I also found that discipline and harsh judgement was handed out in a partial way. The students of parents that were friends of staff got off lightly for any transgression while others were shamed and subject to rumor and gossip. I think it is possible to have a good experience here, just watch out for the pitfalls.
Submitted by parent on March 08, 2013

I took my child out of this school because of not just kids bullying kids but also school teachers or helpers bullying my child along with her daughter. ths was not just happening during school but as well after school and on face book. After complaining to the school as it was supposed to be confidential and was not word got around within 1 day started recieving ph. calls from various other parents saying this has become the talk of the town. Not sure what ever got accomplished with the yard duty teacher that along with her daughter and friends but she is still working there and from what I hear is still hanging out with the kids causing trouble. Also the school does nothing to detour kids from bullying other kids. The school has not progressed since I went there 40 years ago. my daughter now goes to a different school and has many friends. Something about Forestville school seems the kids have to only mix with a hand full of kids if they have to many friends other kids get jelouse. The school really needs to improve Forestville School is not good for education or acedemics, and so much goes wrong from the ground up. Happy to have gotten away.
Submitted by parent on October 20, 2010

I have found this school very enriching for my children. Parent involvement is exceptional and far greater than any other school I have seen. There are always parents who want to blame the school or the administration for their own woes. I suspect that is a lot of what is being posted here. While there are some parents in the community that have sent their kids elsewhere, there are also many children who have come from out of district to be at this school for the positive programs and environment. I say if you want to help your school, be a positive influence on its staff, children and community. You will get out of a school what you put into it as a parent and citizen.
Submitted by parent on August 18, 2010

Parents Should Call the US DEPT>OF CIVIL RIGHTS ( OCR ) in SAN FRANCISCO . THEY WILL HELP STOP BULLYING / HARRASSMENT AT FORESTVILLE SCHOOL.. California Office for Civil Rights/San Francisco U.S. Department of Education 50 Beale Street, Suite 7200 San Francisco, CA 94105 Tel.:(415) 486-5555 Fax: (415) 486-5570
Submitted by parent on August 16, 2010

Forestville School was Found to have a racially HOSTILE ENVIORNMENT by the US DEPT of EDU OFFICE OF CIVIL RIGHTS ( OCR ) San Francisco ,who came on-site to interview students please . please contact them if you exp.student / parent harrassment esp.by administration./teachers don;t let the District tell you to got to S.R school board they will cover it up the OCR has POWER to STOP FED.FUNDING if the school Does not stop the bullying /harrassment their ROBBING your KIDS of their CHILDHOOD !!!!!!!!!!!
Submitted by parent on June 19, 2010

I am dissappointed with Forestville School. there is no leadership with the Principal at the School. After reading what is a good principal...oh my she has but two of the qualities. She also is big on favoritism towards staff and students. I am sorry to have to remove my child.
Submitted by parent on June 02, 2008

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