Gorman Crossing Elementary School

9999 Winter Sun Road

Laurel, MD 20723

School District

Howard County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on December 03, 2021

I have found the teachers at GCES to be wonderful, and the principal is a great leader and very responsive.
Submitted by parent on August 10, 2021

Great school.No complainIt is one of good school in this area
Submitted by parent on April 27, 2020

Perfect I can’t complain thank you to all the teachers special thanks to Mr Gibbs
Submitted by parent on May 31, 2019

Overall my experience at Gorman has been A+.
Submitted by parent on November 04, 2017

I would rate our experience with this school at a 7. The academic supports after school are lacking and the resources to supporting academic achievement after school is not visible.
Submitted by parent on November 02, 2017

My daughter went to this school, it is fantastic. The teachers are kind and understanding. The principal is ok too. Please send your child to this school!
Submitted by parent on July 18, 2017

My son joined here in 1st grade after 3 years in a Montessori environment. He found great comfort in the 3Rs (Respectful, Responsible, Ready) policy of the school and the teachers were extremely engaged. He is now in 3rd grade, above grade overall, and looks forward to going to school and learning. I couldn't ask for more. I also like that the school has a very well spread-out ethnic diversity among students.
Submitted by parent on June 22, 2017

Our son completed his first year there and we had an amazing experience. The teachers and administrators are very responsive and caring and work in partnership with the parents. The school also fosters an incredible sense of community from very early on.
Submitted by other on March 15, 2017

We have two children at Gorman Crossing and we have been so happy here for the last 4 years. The teachers, administrators, and support staff genuinely care about the the kids and their education. We love the diverse community and the spirit of inclusiveness at GCES as well. The parents are involved and we have found the school to be a safe, nurturing place for our kids to grow, learn and be challenged academically. We have been particularly impressed with the GT teachers and the Curriculum Enrichment Units at the school. We have encountered a small number of average teachers, but they are definitely not the norm at this GCES. Most teachers are engaged and truly invested in helping each child succeed.
Submitted by parent on February 05, 2015

Gorman Crossing is an Excellent place to start a kid's educational journey. Very experienced, courteous and responsible teachers. I can specifically say this, because I have three kids in the school, and I know the quality of educational growth in them.
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2014

I have 3 children in GCES. They have wonderful teachers who are very helpful & great community of parents who are very much involved. Wouldn't trade it for any other school.
Submitted by parent on September 22, 2013

I have two children in this school and have had wonderful experiences so far. The teachers are great, the parents are involved and the leadership has renewed energy! We are thrilled to be part of such a great elementary family!
Submitted by parent on September 22, 2013

I believe our school stands above the rest because of its teachers and parent involvement. I volunteer a great amount of my time in my kids' classrooms by helping in guest reading. The teaching staff knows the students' strengths and weaknesses. If a child is reading or doing math above grade level, they are moved to an above grade level reading or math. This helps the child to continuously be challenged. They cater to gifted children as well. Students in the gifted and talented program learn 2 grades above their grade level. Students who need extra help are pulled aside with another teacher to help them get caught up. Our school is an amazing school and I am very happy with their teaching methods.
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2013

Gorman Crossing Elementary is a school full of diversity. Being in the military, our children are used to being around students with various backgrounds. This school embraces the differences. The teaching staff is amazing. I always feel as though my child is being challenged and met on his level of learning. They go out of their way to make parents feel welcomed and comfortable with the level of instruction that is taking place. I am glad that we relocated to the area. I hope that my child will be able to complete his elementary school years there. Looking forward to another great year!!
Submitted by parent on August 24, 2013

Gorman Crossing is simply an amazing school. I have two children who just completed their first year. One son has an IEP and the other is a young genius. The school has met each child at their level and has surpassed any expectation I had. The special education dept provides services over and above the IEP as noted our private clinican psychologist. This school is like a mini UN and is one of the best kept secrets in Howard County. The PTA is strong and all are accepted. Who could ask for more?
Submitted by parent on October 29, 2012

I have 4 year son that goes there. He has development delay, but ever since he has started going there I have seen a lot of progress. I love this school. Teachers are outstanding.
Submitted by parent on October 02, 2012

This is our 4th year at Gorman Crossing and we love the school. One of our children had an IEP for the first 3 years and during that time i thought he received amazing support from all the staff, not just his immediate Special Ed teachers. He has now dropped the IEP and has thrived in the regular inclusive environment. We also love the diversity there. Our kids have gotten a superb education and have a great attitude about school - we couldn't be happier.
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2012

Read comments about IEPs when we moved here, but wasn't concerned because it didn't affect us yet. First child was in GT classes and did very well as he would anywhere. Second child has been released from an IEP twice now just to lose ground and have to start over. He has a disability and gets zero accommodation. If your child is not "normal", you will have some long painful years here.
Submitted by parent on July 18, 2011

I am so happy that my child is no longer at Gorman Crossing. While the principal was very warm and inviting. The 5th grade team was very standoffish and did not nurture and make the children feel welcomed. It really was very disheartening to see my child come home every day (180) and have a sad look on her face. I think that the 5th grade team should be replaced with teachers who care about the students and want to educate and nurture.