Del Sur Elementary School

15665 Paseo Del Sur

School District

Poway Unified
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:25
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on November 07, 2022

Amazing School!I went here from Kindergarten to 4th and every year was wonderful. The bottom floor is for Preschool-2nd and the top is for 3rd-5th.All the teachers are good, there were combo classes when I was there and in 3rd, I was in a 3rd-4th combo.There's in-class music, 5th grade Music, MPR P.E class, rainy day movies in the MPR, and amazing food, including tamales, star cookies, and cupcakes for your b-day! I would always recommend this school for Poway families! Also, AMAZING FIELD TRIPS, 3rd grade Legoland, 4th grade Sacramento flight and stay for a week, Kinder San Diego Safari Park, and more! One sub was kinda harsh and my sister agrees, she also brought her lil' daughter to the class which was cool. Best regards,Former Del Sur Student
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2020

My son has attended this school since preschool and is now in fifth grade. Each teacher always did something that made me feel as though they genuinely care about my son. For example, in first grade he had tics and his teacher took it upon herself to make note of when they would appear so that she can better understand what brought home on and talked to me about it with a genuine sense of wanting to help. The commitment the teachers have to the individual growth of the students is amazing.
Submitted by parent on December 29, 2018

Top notch. We moved to this area for the school. Kids are safe, being pushed academically, and experiencing a sense of community that is rarely seen this day and age. We love it.
Submitted by parent on October 25, 2018

The school is a good school with some every effective educators who care about the kids, however it's best days are in the past. There are a lot of politics between the administration, PTA, and the foundation that has impacted the school and morale. There are many parents who feel that it is not what it used to be and moving their kids to other nearby or private schools. The school is declining but still a good school.
Submitted by parent on September 20, 2018

Wonderful school! When we moved our kids to this school from outside of the area it took them a little while to catch up to there classmates. Del Sur’s academics were so much stronger and more advanced. The teachers are awesome and go above and beyond. Just a great school overall.
Submitted by parent on September 19, 2018

This schools looks good from the inside out but lacks high academic focus. This school does not recognize high achieving students with awards but rather focuses on achievements of physical fitness due to the high percentage of whites that attend the school. The new principal does not have a spine to tell the parents they need to live up to the schools policies regarding attendance and on time arrivals. He caters to the affluent parents just to keep his job. So glad we moved our kids to a school that focuses solely on academics.
Submitted by parent on October 25, 2017

Used to be very good but it got one step back after the new principle came. Not communicative with parents, Imposing and/or revising rules with not enough pre-survey. Nevertheless, it's still the great school.
Submitted by other on September 29, 2016

Great support and help from teachers and Principal - I'm very happy that my kids are attending this school !
Submitted by parent on July 05, 2015

We LOVE it here. After listening to so many parents rave about Del Sur, we decided we had to move so that our children could attend. We had a horrible experience(s) at our previous school, even though other parents convinced me that the other school was the best blah blah blah. academics are high and the school really gets full effort from the students. I have not heard of any bullying towards my son or to others, but at the old school it was definitely a monthly occurrence that didn't get better. i could go on and on, but you get the picture!
Submitted by other on May 31, 2015

I feel like better than expensive private school. It is one of the blue ribbon school.
Submitted by parent on October 01, 2014

We love Del Sur Elementary! This is our fourth year and we couldn't be happier. The teachers, staff, and principal are dedicated to creating an environment that fosters a love of learning and a sense of community. I respect that they are working hard to continually upgrade the use of technology in the school, without sacrificing hands-on learning. Our son has thrived both educationally & socially and LOVES to go to school every day. Also, I have to say, that I appreciate the fact that the principal (Mr. Johnson) is visible...always out among the students: in the hallway, in classrooms, even directing traffic during drop off and pick up! The teachers take turns out there too (wearing neon vests :), handling the crosswalk, and directing cars). This may not seem like a big deal, but I think it models a feeling of community to the students and sends a great message to the kids ("We're here when you need us"). I'm so glad we found Del Sur!
Submitted by parent on August 06, 2014

Great school, WONDERFUL, CARING PRINCIPLE, should I say more?... We feel so lucky to come here!
Submitted by parent on February 27, 2014

Del Sur Elementary school is a fantastic school in a lovely community. The school staff is making a big effort to get the best out of our kids. Principal Mr. Doug Johnson is very "visible" and 100% devoted to this school. We feel so welcome and blessed to be a student at DSES!
Submitted by parent on October 25, 2013

We moved to Del Sur mainly because of this elementary school and we have not been disappointed. The principle, teachers and parent involvement are outstanding and the fact that both of my kids love going to school everyday and love learning is great testimony.
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2013

Del Sur Elementry SChool the best by far great Principle & teachers for our kids love it
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2013

My daughter LOVES going to school here! She went last year to the preschool and this year to the Kindergarten and she has made so many friends, adores her teacher(s), and is already reading just 2 months into the school year! She also gets exposed to art, music, the library, and PE during the day. One extra plus is that they start off slow the first 6 weeks (just 4 1/2 hours per day) before the children go a full day (6 1/2 hours) so they aren't exhausted the first few weeks of school.
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2013

Fantastic school. It runs great and the staff is awesome! Five extra star to the principal which is always dedicated and passionate about his job and he is LOVED by every single student!
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2013

Love love love Del Sur! There is such a sense of community and working together to give out children the best childhood they can have. "It takes a village" and this is our village!!!
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2013

Del Sur Elementary is a wonderful school with great opportunities for the children to explore and grow their talents. I feel so fortunate to be able to have my child going to the school.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2013

Awesome school and fantastic teachers. The best in Poway unified school district. This was our first year in school in 2nd grade and love it.