Carolina Forest Elementary

141 Carolina Forest Boulevard

School District

Onslow County
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 25, 2023

I used to go to this school since 2018 it was the best. all of the teachers are nice some aren't. i saw this one teacher make a mess and she made her student clean it up for her. HE WAS IN 1ST GRADE!! she should've cleaned that up herself. anyways this is a really fun school and u should enroll your child!
Submitted by parent on November 13, 2020

Fantastic staff, curriculum, and administration. Very helpful with our military family and moving her in the middle of the school year without our kiddos taking behind. We're so happy we moved into this district and have found a home in Carolina Forest!
Submitted by parent on January 10, 2020

Just okay. I wouldn't move to the area just for the school. It's not what it used to be.
Submitted by parent on June 24, 2019

Fantastic, great environment with top notch staff and teachers. I have 3 kids that attended CFE and it was a great experience.
Submitted by parent on August 27, 2018

My daughter had a great experience in the SPLASH program at CFIE. Amazing teachers.
Submitted by parent on August 22, 2018

Excellent! Wonderful staff and very attentive to the children & parents.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2018

Unorganized. Discipline seems to be top priority at this school. Poor communication from the principle. When I had concerns about a possible bullying incident I was told just to talk to the teacher. The vice principal and principal were unreachable. I love the teacher. She is great but I feel like this school can make lots of improvement to make the teachers and students happier.
Submitted by parent on June 01, 2017

My daughter is in her first year at CFIE school, and it has been non-stop issues, problems and teachers who do not properly inform the parent about any areas that parents need to help their children with before giving low grades on report card. Not to mention when my daughter was retested was given extremely high marks. When my daughter is so-called.out of dress code they call within 30minutes of her being at school, but let her have an issue in math or reading I don't hear about it until I initiate the conference. Constantly the teacher has harassed her all year and sometimes won't even let her go to the bathroom. There are a lot of activities presented because it relieves money from all the military family, but the school is problematic and tries to sweep many issues under the rug.
Submitted by parent on September 26, 2015

My son attends CFIE and we enjoy the school. The principal is great. The teacher my son has for 3rd grade is wonderful, she is caring and goes over and beyond for her students. I love all the work she puts into the kids assignments, and homework. My son rides the bus from CP and so I haven't had to deal with the traffic. My son loves this school.
Submitted by parent on June 16, 2015

Teachers do not care!! It is so sad that it is like this! I am moving my child out of the school!!
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2015

Some teachers seem very friendly and really care but most don't care. It is extremely unorganized in the morning. The drop off line is very long and if you wait long will be counted tardy. With the amount of student drop off they really need to start a bit earlier. You are counted tardy if not in your seat by 8 am and they start after 740 unloading the cars. You never know if the guard is holding traffic. It is very stressful as a parent. You never know especially when the weather is bad or you get behind traffic or a bus etc. The school should consider how this reflect on the children. Go look down the street at the traffic it's horrible. It's not fun! I bet they would have a lot less tardies and see a big improvement. If they would allow the extra 5 or so minutes. This school is an exception because there are so many drop-offs. It may improve a lot next year. There are a lot walkers who wait outside until they open the doors. Don't get there too early because you will stand in the cold waiting for the doors to open. No hallways or caf opens until 740am. I am surprised no one speaks out. My child loves the teacher this year.
Submitted by parent on November 20, 2014

Your child has no value beyond their report cards at this overpopulated school. Principal will back the teacher EVERY TIME, no matter what the situation is.
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2014

My 2nd and 5th grader attend Carolina Forest International Elementary School. We moved back to NC and I was very excited for my children to attend CFE since the school was excellent in the past. I cannot speak about every teacher at CFE however, the teachers that my children received this year are substandard. My daughter's 5th grade teacher is extremely unorganized, will not answer questions in class and is known as the teacher that yells a lot. It takes weeks to find out a test grade and we never have the opportunity to see the incorrect answers. My child cried the entire first week of school. My son's 2nd grade teacher does not seem to be able to communicate with parents. The only feedback I receive is he is on grade level. At the end of each report card period he receives a pile a work without feedback. Since returning to CFE I feel this school has become so focused on end of the year test scores and their image as an "international" school that they have lost track of the the importance of teaching within the classroom. Our family has experienced many schools and from personal experience this school does not meet the standard of 8/10 school.
Submitted by parent on March 27, 2014

I just read all of the comments below and I think people need to realize that common core has reared its ugly head, and the teachers are having to bend over backwards to meet all of the requirements. To blame test score solely on the teacher is just ridiculous. We have been at this school for 3 years. We love the CFIE family and have been very pleased. Parents have to step up and fill in the gaps at home.. sometimes it is hard to do, I get it... but there is only so much a teacher can do. "They really need to step up their test scores".. Come on! This is by far the best elementary school in town! I do agree that the traffic is a little ridiculous, but once you figure out what works for you (walker, car rider, etc..) it's doable.
Submitted by parent on March 05, 2014

What happen to these tests scores? Did you they fire the best teachers or something? 2012 G-3 (95%) to 2013 G-3 (55%). What happen? Carolina Forest is the best school in these area. They just really need to step up there test scores. Or have teachers work a lot harder to get test scores up.
Submitted by parent on January 03, 2014

Wonderful school! Wonderful neighborhood too! The teachers are amazing (that doesn't mean everybody is amazing but 80% of the staff is good!!!) and that's really hard to find in jacksonville town! Principal is wonderful too! She is the rock of that school. And that is why she won the award as "The principal of the year". This is the second year for my children to attend CFE. And I can just tell you that you would not regret it. Is not any private or public school that match this school quality. I'm a proud mom to have my children's and this amazing school! Go Eagles!!!!!!!
Submitted by parent on December 13, 2013

Ok, but not what I expected!! Some of the staff behavior towards the kids are sometimes inappropriate. Some staff members are yelling and screaming at kids for no reason. Kids also should be able to relax and talk in the breakfast line at least prior to 8 am, but they aren't allowed to. Most of the teachers are cordial and reasonable with the students.The principal is cordial most of the time, but she works her agenda through her staff. Gossip and sarcastic remarks about parents needs to stop. I'm very familiar with other schools in the county and this one is not at the top of my list. I really love when my child has homework, but I do feel that it can be a bit excessive (2-3 hours) for a 3rd grader. Kids are asked to remove their cotton covers from their heads as soon as they step a foot into the building. Can they warm up on their way to class? I think most of the staff does a great job with having at least 27 to 28 kids in some classes! My child has attended a school that has over a 1000 kids to, but everything ran a little smoother. The car drop off line and dismissal times weren't so long. Waiting in the car line in the evening for almost 30 minutes is unreal!
Submitted by parent on August 18, 2013

My children have been attending Carolina Forest Elementary school for 4 years. We couldn't be happier with their education. The teachers and support staff are amazing. I had some concerns and when I reached out to see what I can do to help it opened my eyes. This school keeps growing my the minute because we are rated one of the best schools. I am amazed how the principal and staff work and operate on such a tight budget. Congrats!! and we are looking forward to another great year at the forest.
Submitted by teacher on August 17, 2013

I have had the privilege of teaching at Carolina Forest Elementary School since the doors first opened in 2004. We have a large and diverse population of eager learners and have been awarded the "Honor School of Excellence" due to inspiring administrators, committed staff members and involved parents. Our student population has grown from approximately 400 students when the doors opened in 2004 to over 900 students last year and we are "busting at the seams" this year. We have added 7 international teachers to our school and will begin a Spanish immersion class this year. As we continue to strive to help all of our students become 21st century competitive learners and educationally advantaged in their global world we need to add more technological tools (laptops, netbooks, e-readers, etc.). All students need access to technological devices both in the classroom and at home in order to bring the latest knowledge and research to their finger tips. With budget constraints, being awarded grants will certainly assist us in meeting these challenges.
Submitted by parent on August 15, 2013

It is horrible!!! No talking at lunch, no talking in the hallways, recess seems to be optional. If the kids are bad they have to walk laps rather than play. The PTA is almost no existent. The teachers very knowledgable are unhappy. The stress to make sure the school rating stays up has come at the price of happiness, and learning. There is too much stress put on the kids to pass the end of year test. Teachers tell students not to tell the parents what happens in school. I have witnessed on several occasions students being screamed by the staff. Being a military mom my children have gone to 4 different schools from private to public in other states. This is by far the worst.