Redding Elementary School

Terrible. I taught my child almost everything he needed to know. Other than meeting so nice kids and enjoying recess, I feel the time he spent in the classroom was a complete waste of time. I taught him to read, write, spell, add, substract, multiply, divide, sight words, grammar, all of it. I often wondered “what are you doing all day at school”? I would find out there was very little science and social studies. When he was behind in reading, he got sent out for help and it did little to get him up to speed. I ended up getting him up to speed at home. He had never really been taught proper grammar (I was told by 3rd grade teacher it’s not in the curriculum), so I taught him that too. Teachers were having him log onto a computer program called Reflex for basic math skills. There was very little instruction and then reinforcement. They would teach “mini lessons” then have them work on their own. I don’t know, it just didn’t seem like the time spent at school was spent in a meaningful, educational way. A lot of the things they did was “busy work” and silly projects. So he would come home and I would teach him what he needed to know. After RES, we literally left the whole district and enrolled him into private school. What a difference and what a shame that people move to Redding for the schools, pay high taxes because they think they’re getting a good editor their children, but really aren’t. Save your money and don’t move to Redding if it’s just for the education. You’ll find a better education elsewhere.

I am very happy to send my son to Redding Elementary school. The teachers and the staff are very friendly and care genuinely. They value learning and play time for my son who is in Pre-k. I appreciate the feedback they provide to keep in communication of what my son is working on and what we need to do as parents to help him. I moved from Westport CT and this has been a smooth transition.

We moved here from Brooklyn in September 2015, and we could not be more pleased with Redding. Our daughter's kindergarten teacher has been warm and caring. The kids here get a lot in terms of enrichment--including Spanish--and the class sizes are small, which allows for individualized education and strong friendships. It is so nice to feel like the teachers at RES actually know and understand our particular child. They understand the value of play in learning, and they provide enough challenge to keep her excited and motivated, without overwhelming her with busy work. We also feel that the community has been very welcoming.

We moved here in 2012, one year before my oldest started Kindergarten. Coming from the Bronx, I knew I wanted smaller class sizes for my children. Not only did we get smaller class sizes, we also got amazing and caring teachers that go above and beyond for the kids. The school staff is warm and welcoming. The principal, Dr. Huber, is actively engaged with the school community. I also appreciate the light homework load in the younger grades and the emphasis on play in Kindergarten. Parents are always welcome in the building and are encouraged to have lunch with the kids in the cafeteria. For working parents, the extended day program goes until 6pm. Staff will bring your children to activities you've registered for (sports, etc) at the rec center, then bring them back to the school after. We have a very active and dedicated PTA, and recently won an Award of Excellence from the National PTA. For more, http://resctpta.orgDisclosure: I am the VP, Communications for the RES PTA.