Vanguard Classical School - East in Aurora

Category	Rating	Details
Test Scores	2/10	The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) data from Colorado Department of Education.
College Readiness	2/10	The College Readiness Rating uses this high school's graduation rates, college entrance exam participation and performance, or AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment participation to determine how well schools are preparing students for success in college and beyond. The College Readiness Rating was created using the following data from the 2021 Civil Rights Data Collection: percentage of students enrolled in IB, AP or Dual Enrollment classes in grades 9-12, using 2025 4-year high school graduation rate data from Colorado Department of Education, using 2025 Average SAT score data from Colorado Department of Education, and using 2025 demographic data from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Posted: February 26, 2026

First I want to start with I believe it can be a pretty decent School of course the kids are great some teachers are better than others. I noticed when I come in the front they're not that friendly up front sometimes they talk amongst each other and ignore you when you come in. Unlike vanguard West every time I walk into vanguard West they greet you and make you feel like you belong there. They actually interact with you at vanguard West. Most of the time at vanguard East whoever's up front seems to be very moody some days they say something some days they don't most of the time they don't say anything to me. Little do they know I'm very involved in the school and I support the school wholeheartedly. It's just a few people maybe should be in the positions that they are in but that's not up to me I just hope it gets better.

Posted: February 26, 2026

Posted: May 1, 2025

It sucks the teachers don't even care about your safety

Posted: May 1, 2025

Posted: January 31, 2024

As a parent seeing my child playing an instrument in the same room they use as the gym and lunchroom, using the lunch tables as seats was very sad for me. This school is super broke I don t even understand why I have to 50 dollars to get entry when it's so broke my son told me that the boys middle school bathroom does not have towels in it to dry his hands so he wipes it on his shirt this is very sad for me, In the next month or so I will take my child out of this hell that they call a school. Don't put your child in this torture, I don't recommend this school.

Posted: January 31, 2024

Posted: September 6, 2022

This school is wonderful! Each teacher works hard to create a positive and supportive environment for the students. They really go the extra mile to make sure each student has the tools needed in order to succeed!

Posted: September 6, 2022

Posted: August 26, 2022

This school is amazing! They have such a friendly and supportive community for students to be who they want to be. The smaller class sizes mean that your students will get all the attention and help they need to be the most successful.

Posted: August 26, 2022

Posted: May 2, 2022

I hate this school so much they are really poor the stairs are literally falling apart the gym isn't even a gym its a cafeteria, there is no math teacher and thy make you do edmentum which is really stressful. This school makes you pay 50 dollars to enter but they can't even build a field all they have is a bunch of space fulled with dirt and weeds. The hallways are very stinky. The student stink so bad that they stink up the whole "gym". The bathrooms are falling apart, the girls bathroom sink doesn't even work and they don't even try to fix it. Many teachers left the school, I wouldn't be surprised with these school conditions

Posted: September 28, 2021

Staff make excuses for staff, Board makes excuses for board. They do not want to follow the IEP guidelines let alone the 504 American disabilities act. They do not take accountability for their actions. Teachers and put hands on students.

Their department for children with special needs is below average.

Staff members dont talk to their leaders!

Posted: September 28, 2021

Posted: August 11, 2021

I love it it is a great school.

Posted: August 11, 2021

Posted: August 4, 2021

My child has attended VCE since K. From the day I left my child on day1, I have felt that they have cared. The show up every day with a passion to teach all children and then put up with adults who criticize. I have my issues, but those are parenting related. Vigorous and thought provoking are words that come to mind when I think of VCE. I believe that the school rose to the challenge of the pandemic and have come out wiser and stronger.
The new year is about to begin. I am looking forward to meeting my childs teachers and finding new ways to motivate.

Posted: May 20, 2021

I recommend this school because my kids love this school and the teachers. After all, they are all nice teachers. This is the best school in the Aurora area. I moved my two kids two years ago, they got straight A in this school I love all of the staff and teachers And don't forget the principal. Especially in 2020 and 2021, they helped my kids move on. Thank you for all of your help and I really appreciate it.

Posted: May 20, 2021

Posted: May 5, 2021

Great Charter School. We love the teachers and the style of teaching. My Child has been at Vanguard East since 1st Grade and we plan on finishing there.

Posted: May 5, 2021

Posted: April 16, 2021

This school has been a blessing for us during the pandemic. I switched my daughter here because of their online model, and I am so happy I did! I have been so impressed by the staff and the administration! She is learning back in person now, and even though she was new to the school this year, all of the students were welcoming. She was bullied at her previous school, and nobody did anything about it. Now, she comes home excited to go to school the next day! She has made so many new friends, and the children are so nice. This school really does seem like a family. She loves her teacher and feels so cared for.

The school is also great for students with special needs and gifted students. I love the challenging work that my daughter has been bringing home, and she loves math again! She comes home every day telling me what she learned, not because that's what she's supposed to do, but because she's actually excited about it! Her teacher has been very communicative about her growth throughout the year and is all-around stellar!

I wholeheartedly recommend this school!

Posted: April 16, 2021

Posted: April 9, 2021

We transferred my daughter to this school in the Fall of 2020 because she was not getting the education that she needed online at her previous school. The school has been wonderful, welcoming and actually has a developed curriculum that easily is taught remotely or in person. They also have live instructions, even as remote learning has taken place and have been available in all means to help my daughter succeed. The Gifted and Talented Program has been awesome, with meetings and laid-out plans, all of which I had to fight to receive at her previous school. The curriculum is challenging and supportive to learning. My son will be starting Kindergarten in the fall and will also be attending Vanguard. Thank you for everything!

Posted: April 9, 2021

Posted: April 6, 2021

This is a great school. Both campuses offer a consistent experience with the East campus offering a high school option. High school at East campus provides a unique experience with small class sizes focused on academics. The sports program is growing now that the building is opening back up.
This school has a rich past and a bright future.

Posted: April 6, 2021

Posted: April 5, 2021

VCS East is more than just a school, it is a family! This is a place where staff, students and families are set up for success!

Posted: April 5, 2021

Posted: March 31, 2021

i have been part of the VCS for a few years now. i find them to be very hands on with my kids. they always lets me know if something is going on and always take my feelings into consideration. my only con is not against the school its self really its i wish they had more funding so they could have everything they need to really blossom!

Posted: March 31, 2021

Posted: March 30, 2021

One of the most unique aspects of Vanguard Classical School (East Campus) is its strive to incorporate Character Education into the curriculum. Social-Emotional Learning is not just a piece of our students' experiences here, but the backbone. Students meet with a homeroom advisor at least once a day and address topics such as bullying, character development, and how to volunteer in their communities.

Posted: March 30, 2021

VCS- East is a family. The staff and students embrace our diverse population and have established a culture of our own. We have remained strong through the pandemic. We have endured challenges, like all schools and businesses, and we have come out even stronger on the other side. You will find our academics to be rigorous, our character education to be essential and effective, and our staff unbeatable. VCS- East is a safe place where your child will be loved, treated with utmost respect and kindness, and feel at home.

Posted: March 30, 2021

I have had a really positive experience with leadership. I believe that they care a lot about the school and about the staff that they employ and have tried their very best over this pandemic. I have seen a lot of extremely smart, diverse and motivated students come from the school, and that makes me very proud to work here.

Posted: March 30, 2021

While my experience at this school is limited to a pandemic school year, I will say I'm impressed with the commitment and dedication to the students that the teachers have. Students who have been actively engaged online are showing academic growth even from a remote setting. I look forward to returning in person 5 days a week and seeing a new level of interaction and dedication to the students.

Posted: March 29, 2021

I am fairly new to the school and am super impressed by what I have experienced already. This school has actually been thriving during the pandemic. Students have not experienced the learning loss that has happened with other schools. The transition from in person to online, hybrid learning, and now back to in person learning has been seamless. The staff and teachers at this school love our kiddos! It definitely feels like home. The staff's main priority is that students will be safe as they return to in person instruction. Teachers have been on-point with instruction the whole way through . . . I couldn't be happier with what I have seen, and am so glad to be part of the VCS family!

Posted: April 22, 2019

With the stellar exception of Marvra Winner, the so-called leadership at this school is horrible, from the new Executive Director on down.

Posted: April 22, 2019

despite some positive experiences teaching in the Lower School, teaching here was a nightmare - spare yourself enduring your own nightmare by seeking out ANY other school where to teach

Posted: March 16, 2019

Has met our needs on student. We will be sending siblings when time comes

Posted: March 16, 2019

Due to learning and speech, teachers have been instrumental in helping, and time to do work. They encourage students to ask for questions, of things not understood.

Posted: March 16, 2019

Same as above. Encourage students to ask if subjects are not understood

Posted: March 16, 2019

Same as above, all students are encouraged to ask questions

Posted: March 16, 2019

Posted: January 9, 2019

My son and I really like this school. The entire leadership strive for the core values to be impacted on each child. They are very supportive and do not tolerate bullying in any form.

Posted: January 9, 2019

Posted: August 13, 2018

Horrible communication between staff and parents. Teachers acted immature and unprofessional. Principal and staff was not consistent with communication with me as a parent. Would not send your child here. The staff was not helpful or communicated to me in a timely manner. I had to call and call still no response. Very unprofessional.

Posted: August 13, 2018

My experience teacher acted immature and unprofessional. There are always two sides to every story. This is not high school.

Posted: August 13, 2018

Son told me about incident I called left message with prinicapl and never got a call back

Posted: July 29, 2018

Very good school. Students learn to be more respectful.

Posted: July 29, 2018

Posted: April 13, 2018

They work together with your student the make a really good And pack in their studies.

Posted: April 13, 2018

To try their best to overcome any obstacles.

Posted: April 13, 2018

Student and teacher work together as a team.

Posted: April 13, 2018

If a student is behind they will offer some help to them/

Posted: April 13, 2018

They have great Seminars like kindless week.

Posted: April 13, 2018

My overall Experience in Vanguard Classical School East.
Was front desk staff and administrative office where really nice. I got the chance observe a first Grade class. It was Amazing watching every student work together as a team with their teacher.
I Encourage Parents, Grand Parent & Legal guardians to be part of your kids Academic lives to greatness.

Posted: August 11, 2017

I disagree with the previous comments. I have found that when I approach teachers, front desk staff, and administrators in a calm, polite manner, I receive the information that I need. My experience at Vanguard East has been nothing but positive.

Posted: August 11, 2017

Posted: August 9, 2017

This school is full of disrespectful teachers and employees the front desk lady is extremely disrespectful and makes you feel very unwelcome. I will definitely be looking into who I should talk to about this.

Posted: August 2, 2017

This school has been made 3 years ago and I've been there those past few years and I can strongly tell you that the teachers are in fact disrespectful and only care about comeing and getting there jobs over with.my last year there I had only found 4 teachers that have acutely cared. There are no field trips and if there are you have to pay 20 or more to go. The lunch there is not as good , the burgers smell odd and the lesangia is watery. If you have a kid you should take them to this school and if you do then only take them there for grades k-5 because after 5th grade they will notice that the teachers don't listen and don't care. This school cares more about passing the kids then acually teaching them

Posted: August 2, 2017

Posted: July 28, 2016

While having a license does not make a teacher "good," not having a license or having gone through an education program leaves teachers lacking many skills. There is little-to-no structured mentoring, and teachers do not know what the expectations are for them from administration. If you're going to hire individuals who don't have any teaching experience, you MUST have strong oversight and mentoring in place.

Posted: July 28, 2016

With so many new teachers, there's a complete lack of understanding of how long something will take a child to complete. Also, in grades 7-12, very few teachers communicate regarding daily homework. Consequently, students are being asked to complete upwards of 4 hours of homework each night.

Posted: July 28, 2016

I had desperately hoped that last year's administration change would yield a positive environment for the school community. Unfortunately, this was not the case. There were admittedly a few positive changes, however the most critical component--teacher expertise and mentoring--is still lacking. As a charter school, Vanguard is NOT required to hire licensed teachers. This means that, while all teachers in the building are NCLB qualified, many do not understand child development or pedagogy.

Consequently, teachers with an education background are both burnt out and underpaid (many of the licensed teachers are making *less* than their unlicensed counterparts).

Posted: April 28, 2016

The teachers here are very hateful and disrespectful to us. As a student currently attending this horrid school, I am doing my best to convince my parents to move me. The curriculum is very different and old, and not taught well enough for some people to understand. There are many kids being bullied at this school, and the staff does nothing to fix that. This is a very serious issue, and I recommend you NOT go to this school.

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1	Sterling Hills West	Area of Town	Aurora	CO	2.3 mi
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3	Forest Lakes	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Monument	CO	44.4 mi
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Vanguard Classical School - East

Aurora, CO 80017

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