Banting Elementary School

2019 Butler Drive

School District

Waukesha
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 23, 2024

There is some bullying and swearing and talking behind other peoples backs but other than that I totally recommend this school for anyone
Submitted by parent on May 09, 2023

This school has only has two things going for it - diversity and the dual language program. So if you only care about those and nothing else - this is a great school for you. Our children are just sat in front of iPads for a good portion of the day and then the teachers are disappointed in their unwillingness to get off the iPads and engage in regular classroom activities. It’s no wonder there are behavior and test score issues at this school. Perhaps your child is fine with regulating and learning despite the high screen time so that factor doesn’t dissuade you from attending this school, but there aren’t many other opportunities here either. While other district students have opportunities like athletic partnership programs, educational visits from community resources (like the humane society), student and parent engagement activities, and even field trips - students at Banting are lucky to have a book fair and an annual trip to the local nature center. Because private education is unreachable for the middle class and our state government and the district has made “school choice” a low odds lottery, we are now in a position of having to sell our dream home just to get our children a decent education. Spare yourself the stress and heartache. Just stay out of Waukesha - go to one of the better districts that encircle it. If you can’t stay out of Waukesha, then send your children to Rose Glen or Summit View so they at least have a chance.
Submitted by parent on June 11, 2018

We have had a very positive experience at the school in the 2 years my daughter has been at the school. My daughter and I have loved her teachers. They have all been her favorite! Great school, and very diverse.
Submitted by other on October 19, 2015

Great school and wonderful teachers. My daughter is having such a good time learning. Everyone is so friendly and helpful.
Submitted by parent on June 12, 2014

Great School.. My daughter absolutely loves the school and the teachers. Great involvement and awesome activities, wonderful education - academically, socially, and emotionally.
Submitted by parent on April 17, 2014

This is a very good school. The class teacher of my son is a good motivator.
Submitted by parent on August 15, 2013

The staff and parents are fully engaged with the children. My son absolutely loves the school, the teachers, and the rest of the staff. Great involvement and awesome activities are put on by the PTO. Lots of great fundraisers and opportunities for the students and parents to really be involved with their children and the teachers. It is hard sometimes to still find teachers that truly care about the students and their future, this is something I have seen displayed in everyone that I have encountered at Banting. I could not ask for a better school for my children!
Submitted by parent on May 16, 2013

School is Great and friendly and i like the way they will give the information on the first day.
Submitted by parent on August 16, 2012

My son got admitted to this school last year and I so remarkable changes in him with his reading capacities. I am extremely thankful to his calss teacher of 1st grade, who really new to bring the best out of him. A very heartly thank you to the teachers.
Submitted by teacher on October 14, 2010

Children come first and there is great diversity.
Submitted by teacher on October 14, 2010

"Rigor, relevance, relationships." That's what it's all about!
Submitted by teacher on October 14, 2010

Everything - great staff and students
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2010

Great communication. Our principal and teachers create a real sense of community. We have our "Banting Family" and everyone feels that they belong there and have something to contribute to our school's well-being. We can't say enough about the wonderful education our daughter is receiving - academically, socially, and emotionally.
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2010

The opportunity given to the students to be bilingual in elelmentary school is awesome.
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2010

Dedicated and passionate teachers, I love the dual language program and diversity in the school.
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2010

I love Banting elementary because: 1. The teachers are excellent. 2. The students have to respect others. 3. The students know what is expected of them. 4.
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2010

Banting is a very well rounded school that shows a genuine care for each individual child. I have had 2 children at Banting and both of them had memorable and outstanding teachers!
Submitted by parent on February 16, 2010

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Submitted by student on December 10, 2007

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