Bayview Elementary School

24 South Walnut Street

School District

Waconia Public
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on September 14, 2018

Decent school overall with good teachers. The only problem is the current secretary. She's just rude and doesn't belong there. We hate walking by her when we have to sign in. I think it's her second year there as the lady before was way better. She needs to cool it or be replaced as she has not been nice to our family for whatever reason. When the first thing you see is this grumpy dissatisfied face,, it sets the tone for the rest of the time there! Otherwise, we like the school, just get rid of this one problem and we'll all be happy!
Submitted by parent on January 29, 2014

We just moved to Waconia, MN this last fall (2013) and our daughter attends Bayview Elementary. Her 2nd grade teacher is amazing and went above and beyond to make sure our daughter was adjusting to her new school. The curriculum seems challenging enough and their music/art programs are top notch. We like that they celebrate all the winter holidays, Christmas included. They aren't too politically correct which is a good thing! My only complaint would be the lack of parking spaces when you attend a school event.
Submitted by parent on July 11, 2011

We moved within the Waconia School district a year ago and specifically chose our house in a neighborhood in order to attend Bayview Elementary. We are very fussy about the school our children attend and have been extremely satisfied with the well rounded education our children are receiving at Bayview. The staff is fabulous to work with, there are many great ways to get involved and plenty of activities for families to attend . The PTO for Bayview is well run and in general, most parents and families participate and help out whenever needed from what I have observed. If you are questioning whether or not to send your child to Bayview, look no further. You won't be disappointed!
Submitted by parent on July 01, 2011

Great school! The teachers we have had so far are great! I believe an involved parent makes a huge difference anywhere. People that just think of school as a daycare are missing a lot. If you think the school should do it all and you can sit back, you re mistaking. My family and neighbors love the district!
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2010

My son has attended Bayview K-2. He loves it there and so do my husband and I. Teachers he has had have been very helpful. They have been willing to go above and beyond...sending home extra work, emailing to check in if they have noticed slight changes in behavior, really getting to know my son and how he learns, etc. The principal is wonderful. He regularly walks the halls, playground, classrooms, cafeteria to stay connected. He knows his students and their families. My son struggles with reading and math and has benefitted from services I didn't know about until it was brought to my attention. As far as I know, parent involvement is excellent. We are very blessed to have such a great school near us!
Submitted by parent on November 06, 2010

My child's teacher has been very condescending towards us, has misrepresented our child's behavior/response to an incident (not bad behavior but of him being upset about something) to place guilt and shame on us, has given unsolicited advice on how to run our household and has stated she has done something when she has not. She did not take seriously or take any action to an incident our child had with another child were on the playground was harmed physically by another child that was brought to her attention by us. I am not certain I can keep my child in a classroom when my son can see she is saying one thing and doing another.
Submitted by parent on September 23, 2010

I had two children attend Bayview from K through 5th grade and could not have been more satisfied in every aspect of this school. The entire staff is committed to provided the best educational experience a parent could hope for. I would highly recommend this school to any parent that wants their best for their child.
Submitted by parent on January 31, 2010

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