Sunset Lakes Elementary School

18400 Southwest 25th Street

School District

Broward
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 06, 2019

Sunset Lakes Elementary provides high quality instruction to the students. The administrations, teachers, and staff are always friendly, approachable, and care about our children. The PTSA hosts fun events for the students to enjoy. We love Sunset Lakes!
Submitted by parent on April 08, 2019

Awful. Pulled child out after years of attendance due to the lies and coverup spewed by this ineffective principal. Veteran teacher quit on him mid-year, kids were distraught, and all he cared about was finding another PYT to replace her-as he uses school as his dating site. Entire BC school board turned blind eye. School refuses to label incidents of bullying at school to avoid reporting. Leaving the school and entire district was the best choice made in long time!
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2019

I entered Sunset Lakes as a third grader after five years in a restrictive private school. I was immediately welcomed with open arms and was surrounded by a loving environment. All the teachers there truly care about their students. I flourished greatly and loved every minute!
Submitted by parent on August 21, 2017

I am so happy my kids are attending this wonderful school. It is very organized, loving, clean and safe environment. The way an elementary school should be. I was impressed the staff very effective people and going accord to our modern and technological times. My kids are so excited to go to their classes. Excellent choice!
Submitted by parent on April 13, 2017

Sle is an amazing school! Teachers and staff take pride in making every child's experience a great one. Student and parents feel like they are part of a family and that their children are loved and safe when they leave them at school.
Submitted by other on November 10, 2016

My kids have attended Sunset Lakes for the past 4 years. The teachers have been fabulous-really invested in the kids' learning and thriving. My kids love school and are eager to go. The school encourages reading and math achievement at all levels through school wide programs that recognize kids who are reading a lot of books or achieving in math. There are multiple extracurricular available for the students--orchestra, chorus, math club, student government, robotics, WSLE(school-wide television news). There are frequent activities and fundraisers that encourage the children to think about those less fortunate and do something to help. Parents are encouraged to volunteer, both in the classroom and around the school and as PTSA members. The aftercare program is well-run and staffed by teachers and by college students who take great care of the kids. They have time for homework and participate in clubs and fun activities and sports.
Submitted by parent on May 05, 2016

My oldest daughter attended SSL from KG to 5th grade. She is now completing 7th grade and takes two high school courses because of how well her teachers prepared her. My youngest daughter is finishing 4th grade and has had an equally amazing experience. From the classroom teachers, to the office staff, the cafeteria ladies, custodians, and the administration… they all take great pride in teaching and caring for our children. Thank you!
Submitted by parent on September 19, 2015

Sunset Lakes Elementary is a wonderful and beautiful school. The buildings are always clean, fresh and the teachers and administrators are wonderful people. If there is problem they make sure to solve it In a timely manner. My children are very happy there. They offer many extracurricular activities and if your child needs improvements in their grades, they make sure he or she receives the help that your child needs. Is a gem of a school and I wish every single school would be like this one! Excellent principal! One of the best that I had seen in many years! We are lucky to be in this school and blessed!
Submitted by parent on February 12, 2015

My daughter was at Sunset Lakes Lakes Elementary for 5 years. I had her reassigned from a private school. What a phenomenal experience! This is an A+ school rated on the top 100 schools in Florida. I recommend this school to anyone that move to the area. The teachers are extremely dedicated to the academics, the school has state of the art technology, and there are no words to describe the administration. The office staff also is very accommodating and customer service oriented. Continue doing what you are doing Mr. Charpentier and Ms. Correa beacause you are the BEST OF THE WEST!!!
Submitted by parent on February 11, 2015

Sunset Lakes Elementary is by far one of the best schools in the state. I have never seen teachers so dedicated and enthusiastic about teaching and learning. They are the best in their district by far!!!! Please don't listen to negative responses. I don't understand why people would lash out at such an amazing school filled with such a caring and hard-working staff that only want the best for their students. Sunset Lakes is by far the Best in the West!!!
Submitted by parent on January 25, 2015

My son attended this school last year 2013-2014. Within the first 2 weeks of school he came home with bruises and fingernail marks around his neck. I contacted the school immediately, but they never did anything. Subsequently, he was kicked by a boy, which required medical attention. Again, nothing was don except the boy was not allowed to go on a trip, and the Primcipal did not find enough evidence to "substantiate bullying". Thank goodness most of the schools are under capacity, so I was able to reassign my son to a much better school in my opinion. He's now at Silver Shores Elementary where the Principal did his dissertation on bullying and upholds a zero tolerance policy.
Submitted by parent on December 04, 2014

I have only great things to say about sle I love the communication between the teacher and the parents, it is very clean, I find it very organized and great educational system. My daughter started this year to go to sle, I had to change her from silver lake elementary( she is assigned to that school) and let me tell you I see a huge difference between one and the other, I am extremely happy with sunset lakes elementary, the classroom my daughter is at have 18 students, and the teacher is great!!
Submitted by parent on November 05, 2014

The school is over crowded. Over 22 students in some classrooms, and a lot of yelling and chaos as one reviewer mentioned. All they care about are test scores, not the best learning experience for the students. There is a PTSA at the school that does not contribute anything to the teachers, or from what I see the students. It is one unorganized fundraiser after another. I have even witnessed members of the PTSA fighting loudly amongst each other in the hallway, which I find innappropriate. The school needs a lot of improvement.
Submitted by parent on September 29, 2014

My son just joined first grade in this school. Being a volunteer and being able to actually have a look inside the class while in session has been an eye opener for me. The teachers are extremely stressed in the classroom. Shouts and yells at all the kids, some kids get yelled at more than the others. Kids can be made to stand outside the classroom and become a topic of discussion among all the teachers. Many a times my kid has come home with wet pants, telling me he was not allowed to use the restroom in spite of asking her three times. Home works are given out as loose sheets of papers. If they fall out of the paper, kids are yelled at. Administrative staff at the front desk are some of the worst people to deal with. Especially an old lady with short hair. Best part is note is teacher's change in behavior as soon as kids parents shows up to pick the kids up at the end of school. Almost as if they have a split personality!
Submitted by parent on September 20, 2014

Overcrowded!!! My daughter is in a first grade class this year with over 30 students! How is a child supposed to learn? There are 2 teachers, but my daughter said they are always trying to get all of the kids under control and have little time to teach. We feel that she is gifted, and are very concerned that there are way too many kids in her class, and that she will fall behind because of it. Overall, I would say that the school does not follow the 18:1 student teacher ratio, and that is very concerning.
Submitted by parent on August 16, 2014

My two daughters have had the most wonderful experiences at SSL. The administration, support staff, teachers, and parent organizations work collaboratively to provide the best education for our children. My girls have been so happy. While one is now starting middle school, I am proud that my younger one will continue to benefit from their love and dedication to our community. It is an amazing school with a beautiful campus and loving staff. It feels like an elite private school. Thank you Sunset Lakes Elementary!
Submitted by parent on August 07, 2014

I just found out that my friend's child was bullied and attacked in this school, and nothing was done about it. I pulled my two children out because my 4th grader was bullied the entire 2013-2014 school year and the principal and assistant principal didn't do anything. They would not answer my emails or phone calls. Sometimes I would even stand outside his office, but he would not acknowledge this serious issue. I am fortunate my kids got into Somerset Academy and we will never have to deal with Sunset Lakes again!
Submitted by parent on July 23, 2014

Complete lack of transparency. That's all I need to say. Go for a reassignment at another local school or apply for charter schools such as Somerset Academy.
Submitted by parent on July 04, 2014

Sunset Lakes is a great public school. My daughter attended first grade and received excellent assistance for her reading and math. The teachers keep you informed, have websites, and use email for communication. I really felt appreciated the extra assistance from the staff in the front office. I think the only thing they could approve are on the lunches, but to give them credit I think all shcools private and public could use an overhaul in this department.
Submitted by parent on May 07, 2013

I have two kids in the school since I moved from NJ. I have a first grader who's been here for 2 yrs and a prek who has been there for 2 yrs also. In Sept 2013 my oldest will go to second grade and my youngest will start Kindergarten. What can I say, I love it!!! Beautiful school inside, clean, large, great teachers, beautiful mac computer lab. The administration is wonderful very helpful. The bus program is great and my kids belong to another zone school (panther run) but I don't send them there its not as sophisticated or up to date (tech wise). The academics at Sunset Lakes is also one of a kind. Kuddos...I love this school....