Lively Elementary School

1800 Plymouth Drive West

School District

Irving Independent
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by teacher on December 06, 2016

I am a teacher at Lively and this will be my 2nd year here and I am pleased to say that the tone and environment of the school is family oriented and positive.
Submitted by teacher on December 06, 2016

The teachers really care about their students. it is a caring community with a very positive atmosphere.
Submitted by other on December 06, 2016

I am a teacher at Lively elementary and I feel blessed! The students are actively involved in learning in all areas. Fine Arts dept. supports the homeroom goals and PE makes learning fun. We have many extra activities and programs for our students. One of my favorite was Trunk or Treat along with Literacy Night. We have holiday programs and even a talent show. The students at Lively love to learn.
Submitted by teacher on December 06, 2016

I have been teaching at Lively for 6 years, and I love this school. The staff work together as a family to ensure that the needs of our students are met on a daily basis. While we are definitely academically focused, we also work hard to ensure that our students' social/emotional needs are also met. We work as a team to make sure our school is a safe and secure environment for our students to promote the love of learning. #WeAreLively
Submitted by teacher on November 11, 2016

I am a teacher here at Lively, and let me tell you it is a joy to come to work everyday!! I love my co-workers and their support. I love the kids and parents that we serve. We have the best parent volunteers and make a great environment for all.
Submitted by other on November 11, 2016

Amazing family oriented environment and great support system toward students from faculty and staff.
Submitted by principal on November 07, 2016

I am the Principal at Lively Elementary. This is an amazing school. We have the best teachers and parents. The programs offered at Lively are set to meet the needs of all learners. This past year Lively earned a distinction as a top school in student academic progress. Lively also has very supportive involved business partners. Please feel free to contact the school and we can provide a tour at your convenience.
Submitted by parent on November 03, 2016

Great school for the kids they have a great personal . staff its always smiling and helpful.
Submitted by other on October 26, 2016

One of our children have been at Lively for the last 13 years. We have had positive experience from education standpoint and relationally from leadership to staff. Teachers are there to invest and make a difference! They have shaped our children caring about the character and education piece. Our children are thriving and well prepared for transition to junior high. Current Principal knows how to encourage and inspire students to work hard! The teachers are effective and creative in their approaches to learning. We treasure our experience at Lively!
Submitted by other on October 25, 2016

This is my son's first year at Lively and the whole family loves it. They make him feel welcomed and answer any questions we may have. The staff also make you feel welcome and help in anyway they can. The sons teacher have been great with him. He loves going to school everyday. I have seen a good change in my so since he started going to Lively.
Submitted by parent on October 17, 2016

I recommend Lively Elementary! I currently have 3 children attending Lively and they always look forward to school days. Two of my kids are in there 3rd year at this school. They have had wonderful counselors and the staff at Lively is GREAT! The Principals are very understanding AND helpful. Life happens here (like everywhere) Yet Overall, it is a wonderful place for children to learn, develop and blossom into the best they can be. My kids are happy attending this School.
Submitted by parent on May 12, 2015

HORRIBLE HORRIBLE SCHOOL!! My child's teacher was out for maternity leave and some other reason for most of the school year. At least 5 months. The kids had new substitute teachers almost every day! My child didn't learn anything. NEVER had any spelling test. NEVER had any homework. It was like my child was going to the babysitter's Monday - Friday. But even a sitter understands the importance of teaching and being creative with a first grader. No one responded to my calls or letters for 4 months. The assistant principle finally scheduled a meeting on the day I decided to withdraw my child. They misdiagnosed my child with a reading disorder. Then, 3 months later, while I was withdrawing & asking for all of my child records and they said "Oh! No one called you and notified you that there was a mistake on your child's records!" UGH!? Needless to say, We ran as far away from that school as we could. I felt like my child's class was totally forgotten about. No one cared what was going on in that class room or how a bunch of 1st graders may have to retake 1st grade again because of this school's neglect! My child left there only knowing what was taught to them in Kindergarten.
Submitted by parent on February 15, 2014

We've had great experiences with this school. Teachers are very caring and my 1st grader received loads of support when struggling with learning to read. The principal is super attentive and impresses me every time i meet with her.
Submitted by parent on November 26, 2013

This school has a wonderful full day Gifted/Talented program for grades 1-5. It's located in an area with lower income, but strives to make each child feel as though they are capable of success in life. They have made my children love to come to school everyday. There are monthly nights of learning (Math Night, etc.) and programs to help parents connect with their children.