Wiley Elementary

301 Saint Marys Street

School District

Wake County
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:10
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on June 24, 2019

My son and daughter attend Wiley. We have had great experiences with their teachers. It's a diverse school with a strong PTA. We've been undergoing a long renovation, but the teachers and staff have handled it as best they could. Some families left Wiley because the new location was not convenient, which was a loss to our community. I feel like the families who stayed are very committed to the school. We are excited to see the new building when it's done!
Submitted by parent on October 10, 2017

My son has attended Wiley for 2 years, and we are so pleased with the teachers, the principal, and the language arts programs. The teacher truly care about the kids and look to you as a partner in the kids academic development. We are very happy at Wiley.
Submitted by parent on October 03, 2017

It's been great, with lots of support for my high-functioning autistic child. The school motto of 'Respect - for self and others' is supported by the teachers and echoed in the lessons. My kid enjoys school.
Submitted by parent on September 13, 2017

My child loves going to this school which speaks volumes about the staff and administration but also the students. There is a strong sense of community and the teachers are very dedicated and approachable. Whenever I visit the school I am left with the impression that the educators at Wiley share a commitment to not only teach but also inspire the kids to love learning. We love Wiley!
Submitted by other on September 13, 2017

Teachers and administration at Wiley are dedicated to all of their students. They go out of their way to provide thoughtful, creative instruction and personalized, nurturing support to kids and families. They also have fun while they work their tails off. The atmosphere is incredibly positive.
Submitted by parent on September 13, 2017

Both of my children began at Wiley in Kindergarten, and our experience has been fabulous. The variety of languages available, exposure to different cultures and global studies programs really make the school stand out from others in the area. I am consistently amazed at the dedication and hard work from teachers who customize teaching to meet each child's needs. Contrary to the most recent review, we feel students are well-behaved and considerate of others. When behavior issues emerge, they are handled consistently and effectively. Leadership of the school is strong, and there is a clear culture of collaboration among teachers.
Submitted by teacher on October 19, 2016

I am a substitute teacher and this was the most disruptive and stressful assignments I have had. Older students are a behavior nightmare and when corrected began confrontational and aggressive. I would not want my children in that environment.
Submitted by parent on February 28, 2015

This school is an excellent school. The programs are excellent. The teachers are profession and very good to work with. I would give this school seven stars if they had that many.
Submitted by parent on August 24, 2014

I love this school. I have three children going here! Love it! Teachers are great and kind!
Submitted by parent on February 17, 2013

My child entered Wiley as a 5th grader, and I cannot be happier with the academic and social environment. The 5th grade team of three teachers is terrific, each one teaching different subject matter. The teachers are quick to assess and identify the needs of your child, especially for enrichment or acceleration. The assignments are more creative and allow students of all abilities to learn and benefit. My accelerated learner has definitely been challenged. Children have two electives per quarter, one of which will be one of five foreign languages. Although the language exposure is better than what is available at most elementary schools, it is obviously not immersion, so do not expect a bilingual child. The principal and assistant principal are also very involved and have also been very supportive of child-led activities. I feel welcomed as an adult and my child has had one of the best years in her elementary education. No school is perfect, but my child's year at Wiley has come very close to my expectations and has, in some ways, surpassed them.
Submitted by other on November 28, 2012

I graduated from Wiley in 2012, and it was a great school. All the teachers are nice, and most of them make your learning experience fun, instead of just straight-on teaching it.The teachers are very nice, they do a lot of experiments, and make them fun like in second grade, we let balloons propel themselves and in fifth we let sand erode and poured acid into a mini-garden to study the effects. This school is over all very fun and the learning environment is great, and the neighborhood is awesome.
Submitted by parent on January 19, 2012

This is our fifth year attending Wiley, and I can't imagine being anywhere else. The school is small enough to form a close community feeling, yet large enough to give the kids many learning opportunities such as electives, extracurricular activities, and one of five foreign languages. There is a diverse group of kids at Wiley, personally I feel that it is similar to a private school in the attention given to each student, but with a more inclusive population, reflective of its location in the capital city of North Carolina. Lastly, love the emphasis on physical activity... during daily (long) recesses and through PE electives, gym class, and extracurriculars including jump rope club and running club.
Submitted by parent on October 19, 2011

This is our third year at Wiley and we are continually impressed by the quality of the teachers and the wide range of interesting classes. We look forward to all of our children attending Wiley Elementary!
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2010

This internation al magnet school is a small school, rich in personal attention, and has a great caring faculty and staff. My child was there for the past 6 years ans received a wonderful start in her formal educational journey.
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2010

This is a wonderful school. The diversity of courses and opportunities they offer the students opens the world to the kids.
Submitted by parent on February 14, 2010

Wiley is an excellent school. Everything stated in the Nov. 4, 2009 post is true. Every teacher knows and has a relationship with every child. The school is so connected to the community. Talent shows, grounds day, Wiley Goes Green! They teach the whole child to respect their community and all others. The diversity is wonderful and emphasized as part of the curriculum. Lots of field trips as well. I'm looking forward to my second child entering in the Fall.
Submitted by student on November 30, 2008

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