Waples Mill Elementary School

11509 Waples Mill Road

School District

Fairfax County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on March 04, 2025

I went to this school almost four years back. From what I remember, this school was better than the school I'm in right now. The community and the school how I remember it was very tight knit and genuinely cared about parents. The rating has gone down from a 7/10 to a 5/10 which is disappointing. Truthfully, this school doesn't necessarily teach you all the things about math and social studies, but it does teach you real life skills. Which in my opinion is necessary for a growing child.
Submitted by parent on January 31, 2025

Terrible experience with this school lack of accountability lack of discipline lack of care and dedication nothing out of the few years my kid has attended that we’ve had a good time with any experience with a teacher classmate they don’t take bullying seriously or do a damn thing about it and don’t care about your kids safety or care where they go after school
Submitted by parent on March 09, 2023

My daughter went to this school. She has ADHD and did not get any support when she needed. Other teacher told me that she was harrased by her teacher in front of others. And the new principal treated my child like a handicap. Whatever incident happened to my daughter, this school blamed on her. The new principal is very unconcerned and not caring on minority,especially Asians. Not a good school for anyone!
Submitted by parent on March 27, 2021

Excellent school with fantastic teachers, staff, and administration. Excellent before and after school care program (SACC) and a huge variety of extracurricular activities before and after school. Atmosphere is friendly and diverse with tons of students speaking multiple languages and being highly engaged in their communities through philanthropy and volunteering. Very active PTA (so lots of sponsored activities for kids). AAP goes up to level III (basically, same content as in level IV centers, but kids pulled out of class for it). Highly recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on January 06, 2021

My son Comes homeHe starts his homework and finishes itI check it and he remembers everythingHe did it in literally 5 Min 2 sheets in 5 MinThe school keeps him engaged by Using Online Games that are educationalEX: st Math, AbcyaHe now knows the table of 9 8 and 3 Mentally!
Submitted by parent on November 25, 2018

As a Veteran parent, I was very upset knowing the school doesn’t do anything special for the day, however, my sister and I went to this school and it’s one of the main reasons why I decided to buy my house in the Waples Mill School district.
Submitted by parent on September 30, 2018

All four of my children have attended or are currently attending Waples Mill and I have been consistently impressed by the teachers and the school in general.
Submitted by other on February 07, 2018

I had a miserable experience here especially 5th and 6th grade. A lot of the teachers here have no idea what they are doing and it really impacted me in middle and high school when teachers had to catch us up because of our lack of knowledge especially in the subjects of reading and writing.
Submitted by other on November 16, 2017

This school has the worst teachers possible. Just because their student are scoring high doesn't mean their teachers are doing their job. Sometime I feel their teachers want to ride the high rating of the school with no work. They will find every possible way not to work. Principle should re look at its staff, otherwise I've no doubt this school should be rated below at lowest level.
Submitted by other on January 25, 2017

My child went to this school recently. My child was constantly harrassed by one of the teachers. First, I tried to not make it an issue. Then, the harrassment started happening in front of me and others. My child was coming home sick frequently. When I complained, the principle never returned my calls. The assistant principle down played to protect the teacher. Finally, I moved my child to a private school.
Submitted by parent on August 03, 2016

My child is 9 going in to 4th grade, arrived mid-year/foreign service family. *BE FOR WARNED THERE IS LIMITED BEFORE/AFTERSCHOOL CARE from this Elementary. It has constantly been a struggle to find a balanced option. I have been on the waitlist for SACC up to #80 and havent made it that far down the list -its been over 7 months. Winwood/(daycare's) have been nice for younger kids -older kids have a challenge, but the only other option is Martial Arts or a nanny. PTA offers programs but no transportation and limited hours.ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Nice public school. Had a few glitches with them registering emergency information and educational transition from overseas school with the teacher, but with time it worked out. The teacher actually spent quality time to help the children who needed it. When it came to end of year testing time (SOL)...ITS A BIG DEAL!! It seemed like crunch time for us. I fully recommend anyone who starts their child mid-year to get a tutor and work on what is needed for the SOL test in advance. Not much, if any, transition assistance (with academics or make a buddy program) for children who are coming from overseas schools.
Submitted by parent on August 28, 2014

We have two children, both have graduated from Waples Mill E.S.. Great experience, time passes so fast, it was a peaceful, blessed education. Thanks to all involved.
Submitted by parent on June 25, 2014

My kids love going to school here! They do everything in their power to keep the children from falling behind in a caring attentive manner.
Submitted by parent on October 15, 2013

This school has some pros and cons like any other school. Programs are good but that all depends on the teacher. Some teachers are working their for so long, I feel like they hate their job. I think school should give them early retirement and welcome new faces.
Submitted by parent on May 22, 2013

My daughter has attended this school since kindergarden and she's now in the 3rd grade. I have loved all of her teachers - they are very dedicated and take each student's needs to heart. My daughter was placed in the Advanced Academic Program and she has excelled. Class size is reasonable, content is far and away more challenging than I received in elementary school. A++ all around.
Submitted by parent on May 22, 2013

Too many phone calls to parents with insignificant problems. But when something serious happens, like several lice outbreaks, they give you a notice, but that's all. No separation of students, no removal of the student with the repeats incidents. Also too much parent involvement for this working mom.
Submitted by parent on April 08, 2013

We love this school!. Even though we moved house our one criteria was that we had to stay within the same Waples Mill area! Teachers are dedicated and hard working. The school is able to both challenge kids near the top of the class as well as give extra help to those needing it. School is well equipped and parental involvement is huge. Sometimes parent meetings/events can't fit in the cafeteria...!