Greencastle Elementary School

13611 Robey Road

Silver Spring, MD 20904

School District

Montgomery County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 24, 2021

This is a good and caring elementary school. I have two children attending school here and I have seen first-hand the extra effort that is being given by the Principal, teachers and staff to help the children succeed. We receive regular telephone/voicemail and email updates from the Principal. There is also a gazette/newsletter that does a roundup of important information. Enough and relevant homework is given. The Principal is genuinely engaged and accessible. The classrooms are clean and have big projector screens/Promethean boards that make it easy to see what is being taught.During the pandemic, there was quick transition to online learning and as a by-product children became very computer savvy and able to easily navigate zoom platform. There is emphasis on listening to feedback from Parents on how the school can improve. Extra-curricular activities are also available including music and basketball. I especially like the emphasis on parent-teacher conferences where more than one teacher who teach your child give you respectful feedback on your child’s performance and areas for improvement with an aim to helping the child to succeed. The diversity of students is good, it feels like an international school. A few downsides however, Chromebook/laptops tech support could be better. It would be great if the road outside the school can be resurfaced and if the crosswalk lines can be repainted to make them more visible. Additionally, it would be helpful to install flashing speed signs on either side of the road to help slow traffic down. The signs that say speed limit is “x” and your speed is “y”. I asked my children what they like about Greencastle Elementary School and they said, they like their friends and teachers, plus they like math, reading, writing, art, recess, PE, social studies, thrilling Thursday, fun Friday, counselors, office staff, nurse, cafeteria staff and janitor (he works so hard and is very nice).
Submitted by parent on May 06, 2021

0 stars if I could e e e
Submitted by parent on April 16, 2020

Our experience at Greencastle has been very positive. I do wish there were more extracurricular activities available.
Submitted by parent on November 22, 2019

Good experience and the kids love all the activities the school offers
Submitted by parent on February 04, 2015

The new principal is probably not the right fit for the Greencastle community. The community is demanding with many needs. Principals best suited must have firsthand knowledge, passionate, approachable and transparent. Those atleast at the surface are currently lacking. The atmosphere and lack of school - parent - community interaction and communication definitely needs to be improved. However, the teaching staff is superb and that is key and probably the saving grace, but still solid leadership is needed at the helm.
Submitted by other on September 27, 2014

Great school with friendly and courteous staff. Very involved in the community. Current rating doesn't do this school justice.
Submitted by teacher on April 29, 2014

The staff is very caring and goes above and beyond daily. The PTA and parents work closely with the staff to provide assistance and great cultural events. There are over 800 students but the office and administration works patiently with the parents and students.
Submitted by parent on April 18, 2014

Great teachers and students. New Principal coming in for the 2014 - 2015 school year. I hope it is our awesome Assistant Principal Mrs. Ruth.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2014

Most of what has been said about Greencastle is true, especially with the instability of leadership(Principal) in the school. This has got to change. There are great students and teachers but during RECESS more attention needs to be given to the kids.I have had 3 kids injured severly during recess.
Submitted by parent on November 06, 2013

1. younger students get hurt a lot during recess because the recess staff is not watching them! 2. monthly homework instead of daily homework (which doesn't not benefit the students, only the teachers) 3. principal is not listening to the parent's concerns 4. some incompetent teachers
Submitted by parent on February 14, 2013

At first, Greencastle was ok.. but based on recent incidents, I realized how rude the principal and his secretary were towards concerned parents. The secretary raises her voice and talks to parents like they're not educated or something. The principal, Mr. Payne does not care about parent's concerns at all. He just let other people in his staff "deal" with you.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2012

I have a 7 years old attend Green castle. The teachers and staff are so dedicated. I have real admire for teaching and management staffs.
Submitted by other on September 17, 2012

I am a community member and a former teacher from this school. It has come a long way and is only getting better!!! Today, as the assistant principal, I am proud that we are on our way to be a National School of Character...AND that we have met adequate yearly progress every year on the state assessments! Principal Kevin Payne, is just the Leader the Noble Knights need at the Castle! Under his leadership, the Students, Staff, and Families are thriving!
Submitted by teacher on August 14, 2012

I just completed my first year as a staff member at Greencastle. I was very impressed with the students and the staff. This school has met the state benchmark for the passed 12 years. Based on county climate data, parents and students seem very happy with the school. I will let you know how year two goes...
Submitted by teacher on July 19, 2012

This school continues to excel! Great family, terrific staff, wonderful school community!!! This is a fabulous place to send your children.
Submitted by parent on March 15, 2012

my daughter recently started attending Greencastle and we are so pleased with the proffessionalism of the staff, the effort and concern from the teachers. She came from a private school and we are not dissappointed with our descision to transfer her to this school.