Imagine Tempe

1538 East Southern Avenue

School District

Imagine Elementary At Tempe Inc.
Grade

K-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:17
Type

charter

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on January 24, 2018

My son went here for about two years after a bad experience at another charter. Overall he liked going to school here- we just had issues with finally getting a 504 Plan with very minor classroom and testing accomodoations. Basically I had to threaten to withdraw him before the principal got his act together. On a weekly basis my son was getting negative behaviors reports many times a week from his 1st grade teacher. However, he made friends here and did well otherwise. The only reason we transferred him was that I left my job nearby the school due to chronic illness and so he went to a campus closer to home. Very caring staff overall.
Submitted by parent on December 14, 2017

For the 7 years in which my student has attended Imagine Schools Tempe, his teachers have always shown a strong passion for both teaching and care within the classroom, and a strong leadership development outside of the classroom.
Submitted by parent on June 01, 2017

My son currently goes to this school. They have camera's throughout the school. I like that it's an indoor school as well! They have a "Class Dojo" so instead calling and speaking with the teacher and not getting an answer you can see pictures, videos and leave comments to all of your child's teacher's.
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2015

Imagine Tempe provides an encompassing atmosphere for students who really need that extra attention. The staff takes a personal interest in each student and that is reflected in their daily interactions. The school has an approach of nurture and then education and that helps the students really zone into what they are learning because they feel the staff believes in their success. I feel that this has contributed to my students performance because it helps her to take accountability for her education.
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2015

Teachers are amazing here! I love the personal attention, small class sizes, and the various after school activities.
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2015

We love Imagine Tempe!!! My kids have been going here for 3 years and I could not ask for a better school for my kids to attend. We love the teachers and the administrative staff. Send your kids to Imagine Tempe, you will not regret it!!
Submitted by parent on August 19, 2015

My daughter has been going here for 3 years, and she loves it. The teachers are wonderful, the principal is great, and there are all kinds of after school activities that she loves! Send your kids to Imagine, they will love it too!
Submitted by parent on April 21, 2015

My sons teacher, Mrs. Ward, is a trusting individual who has gone above and beyond to connect with students as friends. He receives good lessons everyday that push him to reach higher standards. The most positive experience we've had at Imagine Tempe is the second chance my son was given regardless of how good or bad his mistakes were.
Submitted by parent on April 18, 2015

I love the individualized education the students get by breaking into leveled groups for reading and math. My kids have always been challenged to excel. The teachers truly care about the kids. They know all the students' names and take a genuine interest in their families. My student's teacher is very flexible and patient with the kids and makes learning fun. She saw where my child was struggling in math and offered to send home supplemental activities!
Submitted by parent on April 17, 2015

Imagine Tempe provides a balance of great academics and character building. The emphasis on character building helps reinforce at school the values we try to teach at home. 2 of my children have had Mrs. Campa as their kindergarten teacher. She is great! She engages the kids at their level and has a calm presence in the classroom.
Submitted by parent on April 17, 2015

I love Imagine's small class sizes and individual attention my child receives. He comes home having learned something new every day! He is always excited about learning. I have enjoyed partnering with my child's teacher to support his education. His teacher has given me, as well as other parents during parent-teacher team meetings, many tools to use at home. On top of the excellent education Imagine Tempe offers, my family loves attending the many events throughout the school year.
Submitted by parent on April 17, 2015

Imagine has been an alternative family friendly environment since our first day here. They really foster an environment of nuturing and acceptance that really helps to make it a stable setting for kids who need it the most.
Submitted by parent on April 17, 2015

I love Ms. Montes! She treats her students like mature young adults. I love that she pushes them to excel while motivating them to set their own goals. I really like the competitive classroom setting, it's promotes healthy and positive competition which makes learning more exciting! A big change that I've noticed in my child this year, which is a direct reflection of Ms. Montes' teachings, is that things are no longer "hard", instead everything is a "challenge". This way of thinking promotes a "can do" attitude, pushes them to try harder, set goals and succeed! Seeing this trait demonstrated in school through class work and testing, and then implemented in our home life is an amazing accomplishment for my little one!
Submitted by parent on April 17, 2015

My daughter has grown so much in her first year at Imagine Tempe it is mind blowing. She was this very shy little girl and now she is one of the most sociable girls I know! Thank you! The staff at Imagine Tempe care about the children, they make you feel like family. Everyone is very friendly and personable. My daughter began summer school with her teacher who made her feel comfortable since she was just beginning school. Her teacher has helped her grow and learn to love school. She looks forward to school everyday.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2015

Imagine Tempe is a really great school in Tempe. The number of students are small so my child gets a lot of one to one help. All the staff are caring and very helpful. My son and I are very comfortable with the school. Mr. Billie is a great teacher. He cares so much about his students learning. He has helped build my son's confidence in test taking and being the best student he could be.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2015

Imagine Tempe has brought structure to the way my child learns and has also contributed to her education by having this great Pre-K program. The most positive experience has been seeing my child be recognized in an assembly for her hard work and dedication to turning in every homework assignment. Miss Betty is AMAZING! She is gentle but firm and genuinely cares about each and every student. We wish we could keep Miss Betty as her kinder teacher.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2015

Coach Audrey (the PE Teacher and Spiritline Coach), always shares great communication and flexibility with us. Her passion is truly expressed and shared with my daughter.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2015

It challenges them at their level, well-rounded education. I feel like my children are safe and well cared for when they are at school. As a parent, I can't ask for anything more important. The teacher notices details in behavior and work and is quick to praise. I feel like she assesses the students' needs well, and their strengths too.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2015

Imagine has helped my child reach her goals and to never give up. Dream big and stay focused. Anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Keep doing what you are doing, I wouldn't change anything. Great Job! -A Third Grade Parent
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2015

Imagine Tempe has helped my son overcome many obstacles in his academic life. He has made great strides educationally. The most positive experiences at Imagine Tempe is the helpfulness of his teachers. Lyndsey Bennett and Kristen Franzen have been the best teachers my son has ever had. It is because of them that he has come so far!